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Kitten Season Social Media Graphics

Every year, like clockwork, shelters and rescues prepare for an adorable yet overwhelming invasion: kitten season. It’s the time of year when unspayed cats start having litters—lots and lots of litters. The result? A flood of tiny, meowing, bottle-fed babies who need round-the-clock care. Kitten season not cute. It’s chaotic. That’s why shelters and rescues […]

Wish Lists: What Every Animal Shelter Needs

Running an animal shelter comes with a constant need for resources. A well-thought-out donation wish list helps you gather what’s essential for your day-to-day operations while making it easier for supporters to contribute. Focusing on seasonal and holiday-specific needs can also help you remain well-prepared year-round. Why Animal Shelter Wish Lists Matter Wish lists play […]

Animal Shelter Love Graphics

Looking to spread the love? Our Love Graphic Templates are designed to help animal shelters and rescues share heartfelt messages. Whether you’re promoting an adoption event, encouraging donations, or simply spreading love for the animals, these graphics are: Canva Templates: Import to your own account. Eye-catching and festive: Perfect for the season of love. Customizable: […]

Common Grant Types for Animal Shelters and Rescues

Running an animal shelter or rescue means relying on grants to fund everything from providing medical care to animals in need to organizing community adoption events that bring families and pets together. Below is an overview of common grant types available to animal welfare organizations, along with their purposes and benefits. 1. Programmatic Grant Programmatic […]

Writing Effective Grant Proposals for Animal Shelters and Rescues

Grant funding helps animal shelters provide care, expand programs, and save more lives. A strong, well-prepared application improves the chances of securing support, making organization and clear impact essential. A compelling grant proposal requires thoughtful planning, clear communication, and attention to detail. This guide provides tailored recommendations for crafting grant proposals and applications for animal […]

Balancing Care and Celebration in Your Shelter This Holiday Season

The holiday season is a unique time for animal shelters. It’s a chance to measure and celebrate achievements, recognize hard work, and prepare for challenges ahead. While the holidays is a time for festivities, the dogs and cats in care still need feeding, cleaning, and attention. Here’s how shelters manage operations, support their teams, and […]


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