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Did you know that video can be an incredible tool to not only make teams feel appreciated, but to attract new talent? Berkeley Humane is renowned for their commitment to animal welfare. They wanted to create a surprise video for their annual appreciation event to honor their hardworking volunteers and staff. fLO approached the project with precision and care. We collaborated with the Executive Director to determine key messages and achievements to feature. We then conducted confidential interviews with staff and volunteers to gather heartfelt messages (staff speaking about volunteers and volunteers speaking about staff) without spoiling the surprise. The final product told the story of how much both groups appreciate each other and how they work together to create amazing outcomes for domestic animals. The team at Berkeley Humane realized the video’s potential for recruitment after seeing the enthusiastic response. The video not only made the appreciation event special but also became a powerful tool for attracting new volunteers and staff by showcasing the organization’s vibrant community. Berkeley Humane’s appreciation video demonstrates the power of thoughtful storytelling in fostering community and attracting new members. If you’re looking to create a similarly impactful project, fLO is ready to help you share your story and achieve remarkable results.

How is our branch responding to the animal rehoming crisis? As some of you may know, there has been a huge decline in animal adoption numbers,  which is now taking its toll on the animal welfare community. The implications are far-reaching and show no signs of improvement. This is why we are channelling our efforts into delivering the best service possible to our beneficiaries. What we are doing: 🐱 Placed the adult cats at our animal centre into foster homes to ensure that they can enjoy a familiar, homely environment whilst waiting to be adopted. 🐰 Seeking feedback from our adopters through a post-adoption survey. This allows us to adapt and respond to ensure we offer the best experience possible. 🐹 We pride ourselves on making the journey to adoption as easy as possible. Testimonials from adopters include: “slick process”, “clear steps”, “easy to follow”, “staff are extremely helpful”. 🐱 Some of the ways we make our cat adoption process easier is through tutorials that come both in written and video format, as we know everyone processes information differently. 🐰 We are at the forefront of difficult conversations about the future of the animal welfare sector. We believe a head-on approach, working in partnership with others, is necessary to deal with the crisis and to finding solutions. You can find our video guides here - https://lnkd.in/gSwUgYUe This fight requires us all to work together. Want to buddy up? Get in touch! 💬

This hypothetical article highlights the important and growing field of veterinary social work. As more veterinary practices realize the barriers vulnerable populations face in caring for their pets, they are incorporating dedicated social workers. These professionals work to break down obstacles to animal healthcare by assisting pet owners struggling with financial limitations, housing issues, lack of transportation, disabilities, age, domestic violence situations, and other crises. Veterinary social workers provide services like securing temporary fosters, financial aid for vet bills, pet-friendly housing information, counseling for grieving pet parents, and transport to appointments. This invaluable support makes veterinary care more accessible across socioeconomic divides and helps keep the human-animal bond strong even in difficult circumstances when owners have limited options. The article highlights the life-saving impact of veterinary social workers on pets, vulnerable people, and community animal welfare. #veterinarysocialwork #pets #animalwelfare #humananimalbond #communityhealth

Did you know that February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month? Spay/Neuter Awareness Month was established to address the issue of pet overpopulation and reduce the number of homeless animals, serving as a reminder for pet owners to consider the welfare of their animals and take responsible actions to prevent unwanted litters. Read more about it here: https://bit.ly/3vFJUnE #SpayNeuterAwarenessMonth #ResponsiblePetOwnership #PetHealth #AnimalWelfare

Working horses, donkeys and mules greatly impact the emotional health of the people who own them. These wonderful animals work alongside their owners and allow them to access basic essential resources such as food, water and firewood, and maximise their ability to earn a living. Loss of a working animal, or meeting the costs of treatment in case of injury and disease, can put major stress on an owner’s livelihood system. It can also drastically reduce the wellbeing of a whole family where a reduced income forces children to work rather than attend school, puts a family at risk of illness due to not being able to afford healthcare, and minimises the amount of food and water that can be collected. Assuring good welfare for working animals therefore increases an owners’ ability to cope and reduces household vulnerability. To improve and maintain animal welfare it is critical to work with communities, because owners and their families make the biggest long-term difference to their animals’ lives. Brooke teaches people better animal care which allow their animals to be healthy and thrive. We help provide animal healthcare services by training vets and farriers and advise on welfare-friendly harnesses and carts. Not only does this improve the emotional health and wellbeing of the animals but it also ensures they stay fit and healthy so they can continue to live and work alongside their human families. In turn this secures the emotional health and wellbeing of their owners. #EmotionalHealthDay 📷 Freya Dowson • Photographer

📌𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗜𝗦’𝘀 𝗔𝗕𝗖 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 Help In Suffering Jaipur(HIS) ,Animal Birth Control (ABC) program exemplifies how targeted interventions can lead to far-reaching benefits for both animals and humans. Since its inception in 1994, HIS’s ABC program has made significant strides in public health and animal welfare. 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀: ➡️ Public Health Improvement ➡️ Reduction in Dog-Bite Incidents ➡️ 𝗘𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗽𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹 :By sterilising street dogs, we prevent overpopulation and improve their quality of life, reducing the number of homeless and suffering animals. 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 can help us expand these efforts and achieve even greater impact. 𝙅𝙤𝙞𝙣 𝙪𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 to create safer, healthier, and more compassionate communities. #PublicHealth #AnimalBirthControl #CommunityImpact #HelpInSuffering #JoinTheCause#VolunteerWithUs #SupportAnimalWelfare #DonateNow #ABC #MakeADifference Timmie KumarJack ReeceDr Sanjay SinghDr. Shubhi Saksena

Great News! **Next Event** Thursday 6th June 19:00-20:00 Don’t forget you can now book onto each of the monthly online emotional health check in sessions for shelter staff, for the rest of this year! I am running these free sessions monthly (First Thursday of the month 7-8pm) under my new project The Human “Animal Welfare Alliance” Human Animal Welfare Alliance (HAWA) An innovative and unique alliance spearheaded by Psychologist Dr Tara Quinn-Cirillo and fully supported by the All-Party Parliamentary Dog Advisory Welfare Group (APDAWG). Utilising the skills and passion of mental health professionals, as well as those in the animal welfare sector, to create a core shift in how the emotional health of those working in animal welfare is addressed and protected. We aim to create a direct, measurable, and hugely positive impact on the animal welfare sector in the UK. We know that stress can exert a significant impact both emotional & physical wellbeing. We can’t change the current climate, but we can help you & your needs to be heard. We can help support you to understand how & why we respond to stress the way we do & give you strategies to use to help mitigate the effects. This will help you to avoid burnout & other stress-related conditions so that you can engage in more value-based living, both in & outside of the great work you do. Stress avoidance is impossible, but stress management is something within all our capabilities when given the right tools to do so. Watch out for more innovative mental health support coming soon too Link to join monthly here👇 https://lnkd.in/efpx-hyX #hawa #apdawg #agriaperinsurance #shelterstaff #animalrescue #emotionalhealth #stress #overwhelm #anxiety #mood #coping #support #compassion #hope #empowerment Dr Marc Abraham OBE Tara Cunningham BA MCIPR Russ Hales Dogs Trust Hope Rescue Assistance Dogs UK Cats Protection Association of Dogs and Cats Homes (ADCH)

Explore the Transformative Role of Social Media in Pet Adoption. The Digital Evolution of Animal Welfare. To learn more: https://lnkd.in/dX-bpt3W #AnimalWelfare #PetAdoption #DigitalImpact #TechForGood #SocialMediaAdvocacy #FurryFriends

As a passionate advocate for animal welfare, I believe it's crucial to spread awareness about the importance of cat neutering. 🔹 Overpopulation Control: One unspayed female cat and her offspring can produce hundreds of kittens in just a few years, contributing to overpopulation issues in communities and shelters. 🔹 Health Benefits: Neutering not only prevents unwanted litters but also reduces the risk of certain reproductive cancers and infections, leading to longer, healthier lives for our feline friends. 🔹 Behavioral Improvement: Neutered cats are often less likely to exhibit mating-related behaviors such as spraying, yowling, and roaming, making them better companions for both indoor and outdoor living. 🔹 Community Impact: By neutering our cats, we can play a proactive role in managing the cat population in our neighborhoods and reducing the strain on animal shelters and rescue organizations. Let's work together to create a brighter future for cats everywhere! Spread the word, support local TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) initiatives, and consider neutering your own cats to make a positive impact on their lives and the community. 🌍🐾 #CatNeutering #AnimalWelfare #SpayAndNeuter #CommunityImpact #TNR

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐬: 𝐀 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐃𝐨𝐠𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐬😺 🐕 In recent years, the plight of abandoned dogs and cats has become an increasingly pressing issue in our communities. The article highlights the urgent issue of abandoned dogs and cats, calling for compassion and proactive measures from individuals, communities, and local authorities. It emphasizes the importance of adoption programs, spay/neuter initiatives, and raising awareness about animal welfare. By fostering a culture of kindness and responsibility, society can create a safer and more supportive environment for strays, enhancing their quality of life. 👉 For a deeper understanding of the issue and potential solutions, here's the link to the full article: https://lnkd.in/d8hwZaF4