Did you know that foster field trips can improve welfare in dogs? And that partnering with your local police department can help more dogs get adopted? It’s true…. and that’s not all! Happy #MaddieMonday!

Study: Can foster field trips improve welfare in dogs?
Can just a few hours outside the shelter make a difference for a dog? Data from an ongoing study suggests foster field trips can help improve welfare in dogs, increase adoption chances and create other advantages for the organization caring for the dogs. Here’s the background: About a year ago, Austin Animal Center received a… Learn More

Louisville shelter teams up with local police to get dogs out into the field… and adopted!
Looking for ways to get your shelter’s dogs out into the community so they can get seen by more potential adopters? Consider partnering with your local police department! That’s what Louisville Metro Animal Services (LMAS) did after Stephanie Jackson got back from the Maddie’s® Medium and Large Adult Dog Foster Apprenticeship at Pima Animal Care… Learn More

Maddie’s Fund^® is hiring!
We’re hiring a Senior Accountant. The person in this role ensures the integrity of accounting information by verifying and recording transactions, and establishing quality control over financial transactions and reporting. The Senior Accountant assists in the preparation of financial statements and ensures that all deliverables comply with regulatory guidance and professional standards. Learn more….

Are you using Maddie’s^® Pet Assistant yet?
Maddie’s^® Pet Assistant (MPA) is an app for mobile phones and tablets developed by Maddie’s Fund to help animal shelters and rescue organizations provide support to and communicate with caregivers after pets go home. Think of it as another tool in your toolbox to help animals succeed in their journey beyond the shelter. Learn more….