Happy #MaddieMonday! We hope you had a fabulous weekend either at the Best Friends National Conference, or following the fun on social media. From Maddie’s Tattoo Parlor to Maddie’s Match Game, we hope you walked away with something memorable from the Maddie Experience (and knowledge from the amazing sessions, of course)! Read on for anything you may have missed from us over the past week.
The Innovation Grant Window opens next week on July 30!
Maddie’s Fund® is offering up to $5,000 to implement a new program at your shelter or rescue organization that will advance lifesaving. We are looking for applications that propose to implement a new program or expand an existing program to increase lifesaving at your organization. This grant opportunity is not designed to cover general operating costs or capital campaigns. Learn more
Tip: Create a ‘relaxation station’ for shelter dogs who need to chill
Do you have a dog in your shelter who could use some time away from the noise and activity levels of the adoption floor? How about a dog who just needs a staycation? With some creativity and a little bit of extra space, you can create your own “relaxation station” for a stressed-out dog! Learn more
How to clean and disinfect pet foster homes
Your foster caregivers provide a warm and safe place for their foster pets, but do they know how to properly clean and disinfect their homes? This is especially important when there is a sick foster in the house. Everything from how to clean, why, when and supplies needed are discussed in this 17-minute Flash Class! Learn more
Looking to build your skills with practical experience? Consider one of our Externships or Internships!
Externships take place over a short period of time with the opportunity to work side by side in your chosen field, while internships provide real world work experience with on-the-job training. Apply today!
Want to increase lifesaving?
Stay connected through Maddie’s® Pet Forum, use Maddie’s® Pet Assistant app to increase foster care success and take advantage of free online training with Maddie’s® University!