Stress is a leading cause of disease and behavior problems in shelter cats. That’s why Maddie’s Institute has designed a learning track on stress reduction for cats in sheltering environments.

Kitten season’s in full swing. Do you know how to raise orphaned kittens so they’ll become feline socialites to rival even Jackie O?

We can get more pets with treatable conditions adopted, but it takes learning about marketing and care strategies that really work!

When it comes to getting adopted, a dog’s playfulness and desire to be near the potential adopter tell the tale.

Have you ever wondered how dogs communicate? Are we even close to understanding them?

It's not only shelter cats who experience environmental stress. Pet cats, too, are often bored, under-exercised, or deprived of social or mental stimulation — a lack that can lead to behavior problems that could result in the cat being surrendered to a shelter. The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) and the International Society of… Learn More

Ever wish you had a reliable way to know which dogs would get along in a group setting in your shelter?

Enrichment and stress reduction for shelter dogs will keep them healthier and happier. That means reduced costs and better adoption rates. Want to know how to get there?

Can you tell when a cat is showing signs of an aggressive reaction, whether due to rough play, over-stimulation or fear?

It may violate the conventional wisdom, but an ASPCA study found adopters appear to like it when dogs jump on them, because those dogs get adopted more often.