Learn all about the Animal Welfare Assessment Grid
Join us on November 13 at 12PM PT/3PM ET for the next webcast in the Maddie’s® Insights series, “The Animal Welfare Assessment Grid.” This one hour event will be presented by Drs. Sarah Wolfensohn and Rachel Malkani. They will introduce you to an cloud-based tool designed to track and visualize the well-being and lifetime experiences of animals. The Animal Welfare Assessment Grid (AWAG) turns complex well-being data into compelling visual evidence, making it easier to communicate with decision makers, support strategies...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Preventing lost cats, Foster 50 Challenge and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. The September Weekly Community Conversations grant giveaway winners are…Earlier this month, Maddie’s Fund® gave four organizations at random a $2,500 grant for attending the September Weekly Community Conversations for a total of $10,000 in grants. In fact, the call was jam-packed with prizes. Join us in congratulating the four people who won a grant for their organization: Kris Holland, IndyHumane (Indianapolis, IN)...
How to prevent lost cats
After learning how to keep dogs safe with our “Lost Dog Prevention” course, now you can do the same for cats! Bringing a new cat home is an exciting moment—but it can also be overwhelming for your new feline friend. New sights, sounds and smells can cause even the calmest cat to panic or try to escape. Preparation is key to helping them feel safe and preventing a “lost cat” situation. In “Lost Cat Prevention,” a new, free self-paced course on Maddie’s® University, expert Kimberley...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Understanding tribal sovereignty, Maddie’s Tail Wag and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Understanding tribal sovereignty and jurisdiction for animal welfare professionalsEffective and respectful partnerships with Tribal Nations require more than good intentions, they demand a foundational understanding of history, law and culture. Join us on Wednesday, October 29 at 12PM PT / 3PM ET for a special two-hour webcast designed for animal well-being professionals working alongside and in partnership with Tribal communities. Through the guidance… Learn...
Understanding tribal sovereignty and jurisdiction for animal welfare professionals
Effective and respectful partnerships with Tribal Nations require more than good intentions, they demand a foundational understanding of history, law and culture. Join us on Wednesday, October 29 at 12PM PT / 3PM ET for a special two-hour webcast designed for animal well-being professionals working alongside and in partnership with Tribal communities. Through the guidance of Karen Diver—former White House Special Assistant to President Obama for Native American Affairs and a national leader in tribal governance—participants will...
A new version of Maddie’s Tail Wag is now available!
Maddie’s® Tail Wag is back with a brand-new edition! This fun and educational activity book is for kids ages 7–10, designed to spark empathy, creativity and a love for animals. In this new edition, kids can follow the journey of Wiggle and Waggle, a homeless dog and cat on their journey from the streets to the shelter to a foster home and finally, an adoptive home! Along the way, they will find mazes, word scrambles, a dog treat recipe and more, to keep them engaged. This free, downloadable PDF is perfect for parents, teachers...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: October webcasts, new webcast series and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Mark your calendars for these upcoming webcastsThe last half of October is filled with plenty of learning opportunities for all! And, if any webcast doesn’t work with your schedule, be sure to register anyways as a recording will be sent to you. Integrated Operations for Greater Access to Care October 21, 2025 at 12PM PT/3PM ET In just 30 minutes, you’ll hear… Learn More Beyond the Page: Meet the Authors Shaping DEI in Veterinary...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Learning Paths, transport barriers and more!
Happy Tuesday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Find your perfect fit: Choose your Learning Path on Maddie’s UniversityWhether you’re just starting out in animal well-being or looking to level up your skills, our updated Learning Paths page on Maddie’s University® takes all the guesswork out of what to learn and sets you up for success. Each path contains content that covers a single topic so you can discover what you need and… Learn More How Field Officers are addressing pet...
Find your perfect fit: Choose your Learning Path on Maddie’s University
Whether you’re just starting out in animal well-being or looking to level up your skills, our updated Learning Paths page on Maddie’s University® takes all the guesswork out of what to learn and sets you up for success. Each path contains content that covers a single topic so you can discover what you need and get on with your day. BehaviorEverything you wanted to know about behavior! A series of collections with self-paced courses and resources on dog and cat behavior, body language, training, shelter care, program...
How Field Officers are addressing pet transport barriers directly in the community
Access to pet care isn’t always as simple as scheduling an appointment. For many families, transportation is one of the biggest barriers standing between their pets and the care they need. If you haven’t already done so, we recommend watching the webcast recording, “How Field Officers are addressing transport barriers directly in the community.” In this webcast, animal well-being specialists shared how animal control officers are integrating pet transport into their work to keep pets with their families. Speakers...
