Maddie’s Insights: Helping the Helpers – Improving Shelter Staff Well-Being
Shelters and rescue groups have shown great resilience, finding innovative ways to save animals despite major challenges. However, many workers face burnout and compassion fatigue, leading some to leave the field. In 2023, Best Friends conducted the largest U.S. survey on shelter staff well-being. Nearly half of respondents reported high compassion satisfaction, and most plan to stay in their roles. Yet, over half showed high burnout, and over 90% had high compassion fatigue, raising concerns about staff well-being and the sustainability of...
HASS Embarks on Clearing More Kennels by Launching the “MAP” project: the Modern Adoption Process
The project seeks to simplify the complicated adoption journey through customer care services, encouraging families seeking pets to adopt instead of shop (AUSTIN, TX) February 26, 2025–Human Animal Support Services (HASS), an international project bridging the gap between human and animal welfare, today launches the Modern Adoption Process (MAP) project. MAP will address functional challenges of the adoption journey by implementing strategies from for-profit business models. The emphasis will be on fostering connections, meeting...
Holistic Approaches to Joint Health in Young Dogs
Animal Wellness is North America’s top natural health and lifestyle magazine for dogs and cats, with a readership of over one million every year. AW features articles by some of the most renowned experts in the pet industry, with topics ranging from diet and health related issues, to articles on training, fitness and emotional well being. Source: Animal Wellness...
Bond with your cat using Tui na – a 10-minute session
Tui Na, also known as acupressure-massage, is an effective way to connect to your feline friend. Learn how to bond with your cat using Tui na. Cats delight and mystify us. Their furry bodies and wily ways are so appealing, and their expressive meows beckon us to satisfy their needs. As cat guardians, we want to connect with our feline friends. An acupressure-massage technique called Tui na is an effective way to do it. Find out how to bond with your cat using Tui na in a simple ten-minute session. Understanding feline nature ...
Nurturing Your Dog’s Gut Health: Tips for Lifelong Wellness
Animal Wellness is North America’s top natural health and lifestyle magazine for dogs and cats, with a readership of over one million every year. AW features articles by some of the most renowned experts in the pet industry, with topics ranging from diet and health related issues, to articles on training, fitness and emotional well being. Source: Animal Wellness...
Intake to Impact: Creating Efficient Pathways to Placement
[embedded content] Across the country, animal shelters continue to face many challenges in turning animal intake into successful placements. With a united goal being to save lives and support both people and pets in need, Spencer Conovor, Assistant Director of HASS pilot shelter Pasco County Animal Services, speaks in this webinar about how to develop a productive pathway to increasing placements and improving intake. Source: Human Animal Support...
A 3-in-1 Food That Can Replace Treats and Toppers Too!
Imagine an all-in-one dog food so delicious, nutritious, and versatile that you could feed it daily and use it to replace treats and toppers as well. It’s here, and dogs can’t get enough of this! Dog parents are accustomed to buying multiple products to feed, spoil, train, and support their fur babies. And while there’s nothing wrong with having a pantry stocked with goodies for Fido, wouldn’t it be so much easier if you only had to worry about buying a single product? ZIWI’s air-dried recipes for dogs contain...
The Health Benefits of Swimming for Your Dog
Swimming is not just a fun activity; it’s a treasure trove of health benefits for dogs, making it a favorite among those looking to enhance their furry companions’ well-being. This low-impact exercise is particularly advantageous for dogs of all ages, especially older ones or those with mobility challenges. Physical Fitness and Joint Relief One of the most significant advantages of swimming is its ability to provide a full-body workout without the strain associated with land-based activities. The buoyancy of water supports a...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Foster program survey, Instructor-Led Courses and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. LAST CHANCE: Take this foster program survey for a chance to win a $500 grant!Learning about shelter and rescue organizations’ programs can help us improve how we function, so Maddie’s Fund® is looking to collect information on foster programs across the United States in this short survey. By completing it, your organization could win one of ten $500 grants. The survey closes on Wednesday, February 26. Take the survey Camp Maddie: Kitten...
5 Natural Dental Care Solutions Your Furry Friend Will Love
The state of your dog’s mouth tells a story about their overall health. Traditional approaches combined with modern understanding offer effective, natural solutions for maintaining optimal dental wellness. Here are five natural dental care solutions to keep those pearly whites shining bright.Source: Animal Wellness...
