Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Spay/neuter event, shelter hours and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Four national family foundations collaborate to bring free spay/neuter event to the Bay Area on December 6-7Nine 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...
Living with Limb Amputation for Bone Cancer in Cats
When your beloved cat is diagnosed with bone cancer, the news can feel overwhelming. If your veterinarian mentions limb amputation as a treatment option, you likely have many questions and concerns. Let’s explore what this procedure involves and how it can help your feline friend. What is Bone Cancer in Cats? Bone cancer in cats most commonly appears as osteosarcoma, an aggressive tumor that develops in the bones. While less common in cats than dogs, this cancer typically affects the limbs and can cause significant pain, lameness, and...
What is Cherry Eye in Dogs
If you’ve noticed a pink or red bump in the corner of your dog’s eye that looks like a tiny cherry, your furry friend might have a condition called “cherry eye.” While this sounds scary, understanding what it is and how to handle it can help you make the best decisions for your pet’s health. What Exactly is Cherry Eye? Cherry eye is the common name for when a special gland in your dog’s third eyelid pops out of place. You might not know this, but dogs have a third eyelid – a thin piece of tissue at...
Acupuncture for Pain Management in Dogs
Watching your furry friend struggle with pain can be heartbreaking. Whether your dog is dealing with arthritis, back problems, or recovery from surgery, you want to find safe and effective ways to help them feel better. One treatment option that’s gaining attention in veterinary medicine is acupuncture. What Is Veterinary Acupuncture? Acupuncture is an ancient practice that involves placing thin needles into specific points on the body. In veterinary medicine, trained professionals use this technique to help manage pain and promote...
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...
