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As a team that values animal welfare, working with Lucy's Project to produce their latest video was not only meaningful, but also eye-opening. Domestic and family violence is a devastating issue that affects millions of people worldwide. However, what many don't realise is that animals are also victims of abuse in these situations. It was shocking to learn that up to 71% of domestic and family violence victim-survivors report that their companion animal had been threatened, harmed, or even killed. Even more concerning, when these survivors decide to leave, up to 93% are turned away from refuges with their animals. This is why Lucy's Project is so important. By raising awareness of the link between animal abuse and human violence, they are advocating for safer families - paws and all. We were proud to work with such a passionate organisation, and we encourage everyone to check out the Lucy's Project website to learn more and support their cause. Let's come together to remove the barriers to safety for victims-survivors with animals, and ensure that no one ever has to choose between their own safety and the safety of their animals. What are your thoughts on this issue? Comment below and join the conversation. #LucysProject #SafeFamiliesPawsAndAll #AnimalWelfare #DomesticViolenceAwareness

End Animal High Kill Shelters: Join the Movement - 1.5 million shelter animals are euthanized annually in the US alone. It's time for change. - Raise awareness: 670,000 dogs and 860,000 cats are euthanized each year. Spread the truth and inspire action. - Demand change: Advocate for stricter regulations and stronger animal welfare laws. No more high kill shelters as the norm. - Prevention is key: 80% of shelter animals are unaltered. Promote responsible pet ownership and accessible spaying/neutering programs. - Take action: Volunteer, foster, support organizations finding loving homes. Let's rewrite the narrative and end animal high kill shelters. #EndAnimalHighKillShelters #AnimalRights #JoinTheMovement #CoExistRescue #AnimalRescue

appreciating Guarini Center at NYU School of Law guidance thanks for highlighting Biophilic Cities this #first-of-its-#kind #policy #brief #describing #how #local #governments can #incorporate #wildanimal #welfare #considerations into their #institutions, #planning #processes, and #policies on #landuse and the #built #environment. '#Experts #increasingly #agree that the #health of #humans, #animals, and the #environment are #interlinked. As #cities #consider how to make their #infrastructure more #resilient and #sustainable, #policymakers and other #local #actors have an #opportunity to #adopt new #policies that can #benefit #wild #animals, humans, and the environment. The brief covers six #policy #areas: #green #infrastructure, #tree #canopy, #ecosystems, #buildings and #developments, #lawns and #open #spaces, and #roads. For each #policyarea, the brief #identifies #promising #policyoptions for #cities to consider, #ranging from #bird-#friendly #building #materials to #greeninfrastructure #design and #prohibitions on #gas #leaf #blowers. #placebased #bioregional #naturefirst #intergenerational #intercultural #intersectoral #onehealth #wellbeing #sdgs #forall #inclusive #planning #resilientcommunities #skills #regenerative #safe #education #airshed #waterhsed #h20 #culturalheritage #naturalheritage #biophilic #mentalhealth #biodiverse #habitat #foodsovereignty #selfdetermination #publichealth #healthcare #natureprescribing #socialimpact #leadership #law #wildlife #sanctuary #mobility #crossings #interbeing #ecosystem #benefits #qualityoflife #prosperity

There is a national animal welfare crisis right now. 🔽 Animal shelters face tough decisions daily as animals come in with diverse and complex needs, especially when space and resources are limited. Learn more about these challenges and how you can help make a difference. Read our latest blog post and join us in doing more to help the animals who need us most. https://bit.ly/3wHLl65

You may have heard professionals in animal welfare talk about "The Five Freedoms." These are five principles that the animal welfare community has adopted to ensure animals needing shelter receive appropriate, basic care. Today's featured "Freedom" is the Freedom from Discomfort. From our CEO Donna Casamento: "IndyHumane is aware that part of keeping our animals happy and healthy is addressing their comfort. To this point, our teams have worked hard to find "quieter" places for reactive or shy dogs to live, we are fortunate to have a De-stress area for cats who need time to adjust, and we have a barn cat program because we believe that cats who don't want to live inside are still worthy of life! These Freedoms embody what IndyHumane strives to provide and are at the core of everything that we do as paid and volunteer staff, and as an organization. This is not only due to an amazing group of shelter staff but also due to thousands of hours of volunteer staff time, and from support for the supplies and equipment from our donors." Read the rest of the blog post here: https://lnkd.in/gWjmtYJU And donate to IndyHumane here: https://lnkd.in/ggDt24TN

𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗮𝗺 𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗼𝗴 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗲.... 👉Act of Compassion: The rescue of a dog that fell into a river showcases the innate kindness of people. Despite the risks involved, individuals came together to save the distressed animal, demonstrating empathy and a willingness to help. 👉Community Support: The incident highlights how kindness can unite a community. Whether it's strangers or neighbors, people rallied together swiftly and efficiently to ensure the safety and well-being of the dog, emphasizing the power of collective compassion. 👉Animal Welfare Advocacy: Such acts of rescue underscore the importance of animal welfare and the role of kindness in protecting and caring for animals in distress. It serves as a reminder of our responsibility to be stewards of animal welfare and to act with compassion towards all living beings. 👉Inspiration and Hope: Stories of dog rescues from perilous situations inspire others to perform acts of kindness. They serve as powerful reminders of the positive impact that compassion can have, spreading hope and encouraging individuals to extend a helping hand whenever possible. 1. #HumanRights 2. #KindnessMatters 3. #EmpathyInAction 4. #CompassionInHumanity 5. #HumanityFirst

Want to know how you can help homeless pets during this time of crisis for animal welfare organizations? Check out this article from Utah Stories Magazine for more information on adopting, fostering, and other strategies to keep shelters running smoothly! 💜🐾💜 Link to article: https://buff.ly/3QELpuI

People often wonder about how they can get involved with animal welfare activities. On a small scale, one way to change the life of an animal in need is to get involved in animal transport. This could involve transporting animals from a shelter environment to a rescue group, foster home, or a potential adopter. Watch this video from Humane Rescue Alliance to learn more about how transporting animals saves lives and opportunities to get involved with an organization in your area https://lnkd.in/gaxsMkwq #transportsaveslives #rescue #animalwelfare #webinar #education #transport #animalrescue #animals #humananimalinteraction #humananimalbond #knowledgeispower

Considering adding a furry friend to your family? Adopting a dog from our local animal shelter can be a life-changing decision for both you and the pet. Not only will you provide a loving home for a dog in need, but you'll also contribute to reducing overpopulation and supporting animal welfare efforts. The adoption process is straightforward, involving an application, screening, and a meet-and-greet with potential pets. Prepare your home with essential supplies and create a safe environment for your new companion. #AdoptDontShop #AnimalShelter #PetAdoption