March 6, 2023
Categories: #MaddieMonday

Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week.

Register now for the free Spring 2023 Shelter Summit!
If you’re looking to create change at your shelter, but unsure on where to begin, Maddie’s® Million Pet Challenge Learniverse Spring 2023 Shelter Summit and Fast Tracks may be the opportunity you’re looking for. The half-day, live online summit on March 14, 2023 from 9AM PT – 12:30PM PT, will focus on five topics: Coordinated… Learn More

Register now for My Dog is My Home’s Co-sheltering Virtual Conference
My Dog is My Home (MDIMH) is back with their annual C0-sheltering Conference, taking place virtually on March 21-23, 2023. Maddie’s Fund® is proud to sponsor this unique conference focused on how co-sheltering people and animals together fits into the wider struggle for a more just society. During the conference, you’ll hear inspirational stories of how… Learn More

Grant opportunity for senior dogs
The Grey Muzzle Organization is currently accepting applications for grants that are focused specifically on helping promote the well-being of senior dogs. Allowable costs include medical/dental care, preventive care (e.g., blood panel, blood pressure screening, urinalysis), staff time, adoption fees, advertising and other promotion-related costs, food, emergency care, and behavioral assistance. Grey Muzzle is particularly interested in efforts to prevent senior dogs from being surrendered. The last day to apply is March 15. Learn More

Do you have a transformative shelter innovation?
The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement is looking for major innovative projects and programs that have transformed animal welfare within organizations and its communities. Learn More

Maddie’s® Insights: Treatment Options for Canine Fears and Anxiety
Join Dr. Nicholas Dodman, DVM, DACVA, DACVB and Ian Dinwoodie, a data analyst and software engineer, as they discuss the results of their recent publication concerning optimal treatments for various canine behavior issues related to fear and anxiety. The one-hour webcast will be held on Thursday, March 9 at 12:00 PM PT/3PM ET. Register Now

National Shelter Programs Survey
Got a few minutes? We’d love to hear from you! The intent of this survey is to collect accurate information about United States shelters and rescue organizations. By completing this survey, you’ll be entered into a drawing with a chance to win one of ten $500 grants! Learn More

Don’t forget: Monthly grant opportunity!
Maddie’s Fund is giving away a $3,000 grant each month to one lucky Maddie’s® Pet Forum member!  You’ll automatically be entered to win each month when you start a new discussion, reply to a new post… Learn More

Weekly Community Conversations
Register now for the weekly Monday 11AM PT/2PM ET call for animal well-being professionals. These 50-minute calls are a collaborative space to share exciting new programs and research, discuss uncomfortable topics, connect with peers in the industry, and more, all while sharing a common goal of preserving the human-animal bond. There’s also $10,000 in grants given away each month to participants!

Want to help keep more people and pets together?
Join Maddie’s® Mailing List, connect with us at Maddie’s® Pet Forum and take advantage of free online training with Maddie’s® University!