Living Library: Guide to Raising Unweaned and Underage Kittens now available
We’re excited to share that National Kitten College, in collaboration with University at California, Davis, the University of Wisconsin and the University of Florida, has launched a new resource for anyone caring for underaged kittens. This “living library” is designed to be a true game changer-bringing together the latest, evidence-based information in neonatal and young kitten care, with real-time updates as new insights emerge. And, there is a Spanish version! It’s an invaluable tool for both fosters and shelter...
Fall Instructor-Led Courses are coming soon!
Looking to implement a new program, learn more about a specific subject and create positive change for pets and people in your community? Be sure to save the date for Maddie’s Fund® Instructor-Led Courses! All courses are free, #ThanksToMaddie. We are excited to share that we have two brand new classes this term, bringing it to a total of 11 different courses in the Fall 2026 session. The fall 2026 application window opens on August 14, 2026 and closes on August 23, 2026. Read on to learn about the two new offerings.Disaster...
What we learned about access to care at Animal Care Expo 2026
At this year’s Animal Care Expo, Maddie’s Fund partnered with the Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation to present an interactive booth centered around access to veterinary and behavior care. As a result, hundreds of attendees shared their experiences, perspectives and ideas of both the challenges and opportunities facing animal well-being organizations across the country. Survey note: These responses were collected from Animal Care Expo 2026 attendees who chose to participate and are intended to provide a snapshot of perspectives...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Dr. Lila Miller Shelter Medicine Day, Community Conversations is moving and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. July 10 was Dr. Lila Miller Shelter Medicine Day!July 10 is Dr. Lila Miller Shelter Medicine Day. Dr. Miller is known for her trailblazing leadership and purposeful dedication to the field of veterinary shelter medicine. If you are one of the millions of people that have adopted a dog or cat over the last three decades, you have Dr. Miller to thank.… Learn More Weekly Community ConversationsWe’re taking July off. See you Wednesday, August 5!Register now...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Community Conversations is moving, lost pet prevention courses and more!
Happy Tuesday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Community Conversations is moving to Wednesdays!Mark your calendars! We’re excited to share that Maddie’s® Community Conversations will now be held on Wednesdays at 11am PT/ 2pm PT starting August 5! These webcasts will continue to be a collaborative place to connect with peers in the animal well-being industry, share exciting new programs and research on a variety of topics including foster, access… Learn More Lost pet prevention...
Community Conversations is moving to Wednesdays!
Mark your calendars! We’re excited to share that Maddie’s® Community Conversations will now be held on Wednesdays at 11am PT/ 2pm PT starting August 5! These webcasts will continue to be a collaborative place to connect with peers in the animal well-being industry, share exciting new programs and research on a variety of topics including foster, access to veterinary and behavior care, community partnerships and more. Plus, each webcast you attend (live or on-demand) gives you a chance to win up to $10,000...
Lost pet prevention courses
Fourth of July is a popular time for pets to go missing. Fireworks can sometimes cause even the calmest of pets to escape. We have two lost pet prevention courses to help minimize lost dogs and cats, not only on the summer holiday but all year long. In “Lost Dog Prevention,” a self-paced course on Maddie’s® University, you’ll learn about keeping a dog safe in new environments as well as during frightening or exciting situations. All videos and infographics in the course can be utilized by animal welfare...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Healing emotionally after an animal bite, veterinary guides from Open Door and more!
Happy Monday. Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Healing emotionally after an animal biteAnimal bites are an expected risk and emotionally impactful part of shelter work. Beyond the physical injury, a bite can trigger fear, shame, guilt, loss of confidence and even long-term avoidance of certain animals or situations. A new course authored by Valerie Bogie, “After the Bite: Healing Emotionally,” on Maddie’s® University, aims to help. This… Learn More Increase access to veterinary care...
Healing emotionally after an animal bite
Animal bites are an expected risk and emotionally impactful part of shelter work. Beyond the physical injury, a bite can trigger fear, shame, guilt, loss of confidence and even long-term avoidance of certain animals or situations. A new course authored by Valerie Bogie, “After the Bite: Healing Emotionally,” on Maddie’s® University, aims to help. This course provides a trauma-informed, practical framework for shelter staff and volunteers to emotionally recover after a bite occurs. Participants will learn how to process...
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