Does Your Cat Exhibit Confusing Behaviors?
If you’re a cat parent, you’ve probably experienced moments where your feline friend acts in ways that leave you completely baffled. One minute they’re purring in your lap, the next they’re swatting at you. Don’t worry – you’re not alone in feeling confused by these mixed signals! Why Cats Act So Mysteriously Cats communicate differently than humans do. What seems contradictory to us often makes perfect sense in the cat world. Your kitty isn’t trying to be difficult – they’re just...
Four national family foundations collaborate to bring free spay/neuter event to the Bay Area on December 6-7
Nine animal well-being organizations across five Bay area counties are partnering to provide free spay and neuter surgeries and vaccines to pets over a two-day, December 6-7, 2025, event called “Champions for Pet Health: Communities Partnering for Wellness and Spay & Neuter.” This event, all due to the generosity of four national family foundations – La Russa Rescue Champions, Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation, Maddie’s Fund® and BISSELL Pet Foundation – represents a collaborative effort to make vital...
Understanding Reverse Sneezing in Dogs
If you’ve ever watched your dog suddenly start making loud, honking sounds while standing stiffly with their head stretched back, you’ve likely witnessed reverse sneezing. While this can be scary for dog parents, understanding what’s happening can help you stay calm and know when to seek help. What Is Reverse Sneezing? Reverse sneezing, also called paroxysmal respiration, is a common breathing event in dogs. Unlike regular sneezing where air flows out through the nose, reverse sneezing pulls air rapidly inward while the...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Holiday fostering, understanding tribal sovereignty and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Want a silent night at your animal shelter this season? Try holiday fostering!This year is the perfect time to bring back, start or expand your holiday fostering offerings. Organizations across the country are getting dogs out of the shelter and into homes for the holidays through foster care. Holiday foster initiatives… Learn More Learn how to bridge your animal organization’s services and strengthen your community Looking to strengthen...
Managing Fear-Based Issues in Dogs
Every dog is unique, but some need extra patience when it comes to facing the world around them. If your dog seems scared of new people, other dogs, or certain situations, you’re not alone. Fear-based issues are common, and with the right approach, you can help your furry friend feel more confident and secure. Fear-Based Issues Fear-based issues happen when dogs have strong, worried reactions to things that most dogs would handle easily. Your dog might shake, hide, bark loudly, or try to run away when they see their triggers. These...
Building Safe and Happy Relationships Between Children, Dogs, and Cats
On this Children’s Day, let’s take some time to reflect on and improve our perspectives about nurturing positive relationships between kids and pets. Having pets and children in the same home can create wonderful memories and teach kids important life lessons. However, it’s essential to understand how to keep both your children and your furry family members safe and happy together. Starting Off Right When introducing a new pet to a home with children, or bringing a baby into a home with pets, take things slowly. Animals need...
Organizational Culture
[embedded content] Cultivating a strong, inclusive culture can fuel innovation, sustain momentum, and transform outcomes for animals everywhere. Speaker: Brian Daugherty – Executive VP, San Diego Humane Society Find Human Animal Support Services Online Our Website: www.humananimalsupportservice… Facebook: / humananimalsupportservices Instagram: / thehasslife LinkedIn: / hassproject Source: Human Animal Support...
Generating Government Buy-In
[embedded content] How to foster a productive, efficient, and mutually beneficial relationship with local municipalities. Presenter: Mike Wheeler, Director of Cabot Animal Support Services Find Human Animal Support Services Online Our Website: www.humananimalsupportservice… Facebook: / humananimalsupportservices Instagram: / thehasslife LinkedIn: / hassproject Source: Human Animal Support...
Osteosarcoma in Dogs: How to Spot Symptoms Early and Support Your Furry Companion
Learning that your furry friend might have osteosarcoma can feel overwhelming. This bone cancer is serious, but understanding what it is and what options are available can help you make the best decisions for your pet’s care and comfort. What is Osteosarcoma? Osteosarcoma is the most common type of bone cancer in dogs. It develops when abnormal cells in the bone grow out of control, destroying healthy bone and replacing it with cancerous tissue. This makes the affected bone weak and prone to breaking. Unfortunately, this cancer is very...
From Data to Action: Keeping Pets and People Together in Times of Crisis
[embedded content] Leverage data to engage municipalities and build a sustainable network of crisis pet foster programs that support pet owners in accessing essential services. Speakers: Elkie Wills – Director, Human Animal Support Services Zoë Agnew-Svoboda – Director of Engagement & Program Development, BestyBnB Find Human Animal Support Services Online: Our Website: www.humananimalsupportservice… Facebook: / humananimalsupportservices Instagram:...
