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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)

Is your animal welfare organization struggling to keep donors engaged? This blog explores key strategies to enhance transparency, communication, and trust through public relations. Find out how to strengthen your donor relationships and boost support. #AnimalWelfare #PRSuccess #DonorEngagement #OrangeOrchardPR

Good human-animal interaction is a win-win. For most people in developing countries where animal welfare is yet to be embraced, we tend to believe that animal welfare is a luxury, especially for those who have been able to meet their basic needs. When I first travelled abroad, I saw homeless people living on the streets still having pets with them. I wondered what this meant and why they kept their pets, despite the circumstances that they were going through. I think I know better now. Those who are homeless and have pets seem to hold on to life more than those without pets. Pets for those who are homeless are their only source of love, and they can't afford to live without them. The implications of improved animal welfare extend to human-animal interactions, shaping our ethical perspectives and emotional well-being. Positive interactions with animals have been associated with reduced stress levels, improved mental health, and enhanced social connectedness. When animals are treated with care and respect, it fosters a sense of empathy and compassion in individuals. Moreover, animal-assisted therapy and animal-assisted interventions have gained recognition for their positive impact on human health. Such programs have been implemented in healthcare settings, schools, and prisons, proving to be effective in reducing anxiety, promoting emotional well-being, and improving social skills. By prioritizing animal welfare, these interactions can be enhanced, maximizing the potential benefits they offer. My first time holding a cat for less than a minute brought significant relief to me, as if I had just won a prestigious award, because this short experience has helped me conquer a great fear.   #humananimalbond #mentalstate Animal Welfare Group Nigeria Animal Welfare Student Club, FUNAAB All I Am Is Cats Janet Patterson-Kane FRCVS Janet Hoy-Gerlach, PhD, LISW-S, LCSW, Author of Human-Animal Interactions - A Social Work Guide Tunmise Faith Ehigbor Barnabas Babalola.

What an interesting read. Animal welfare encompasses the ethical treatment and well-being of animals across various contexts, including shelters. Adoption from local shelters plays a pivotal role in promoting animal welfare by providing loving homes for abandoned or neglected animals. By opting to adopt from shelters, individuals contribute to reducing pet overpopulation, combating the prevalence of euthanasia in overcrowded shelters, and fostering a compassionate community that values the welfare of all creatures. Furthermore, adoption from local shelters not only saves lives but also encourages responsible pet ownership and strengthens the bond between humans and animals. It serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of compassion and empathy towards our fellow beings, ultimately fostering a more humane society.

New groundbreaking research alert! Understanding global support for #animal #protection #legislation and advocacy efforts is crucial in shaping a more compassionate world. Our recent study led by Chris Bryant Christopher Hopwood @João Graça, @Adam Nissen, Courtney L. Dillard, and Andie Thompkins, PhD delves into the critical area, shedding light on factors influencing public #attitudes towards farmed animal #welfare across 23 countries. Key findings: 🐾 Higher support for animal welfare correlates with stronger farm animal protection legislation worldwide. 🌏 Cultural and religious factors influence attitudes towards specific animals and their treatment. 💚 Contrary to expectations, more advocacy organisations in a country didn't necessarily mean greater support for animal advocacy, hinting at untapped potential in certain regions. Our full report can be downloaded here: https://lnkd.in/g8V5RDer #PHAIRSociety Mercy For Animals Rethink Priorities Sentient The Conversation UK Plant Based News ProVeg International

In our latest blog, we explore the powerful connection between community services and animal welfare. Find out how your organization can play a pivotal role in fostering these vital relationships. https://bit.ly/3JXqK0q

It's #AdoptARabbit month! Learn from the Animal Welfare League of Arlington and other experts how you can keep your shelter's bunnies happy and healthy and better showcase them to potential adopters.

Please enjoy my most recent blog on communication in animal welfare. https://lnkd.in/eSR4Z-MN #savefursyth #communication #compassion #animalwelfare

The new CCAC categories of welfare impact guidelines have a six-year implementation timeline, with the expectation that certified institutions develop an implementation plan by the third year. This will allow all program participants the time they need to prepare for the implementation of the categories of welfare impact in 2030. Between now and 2030, institutions must continue to categorize their protocols using the current CCAC’s categories of invasiveness in animal experiments and submit their annual animal use data to the CCAC using categories of invasiveness and not the categories of welfare impact. The "CCAC guidelines: Categories of welfare impact" is aligned with two other recently published guidelines documents: the "CCAC guidelines: Animal welfare assessment" and the "CCAC guidelines: Identification of scientific endpoints, humane intervention points, and cumulative endpoints". These documents will figure substantially in the new method of animal use data collection that is currently in preparation by the Animal Use Data Working Group. However, until 2030 when both the new animal use data collection method and the categories of welfare impact guidelines come into effect, institutions must continue to categorize their protocols and submit their annual animal use data using the CCAC’s categories of invasiveness.

Check Your Knowledge 🧠: What are the domains that encompass the 5 Domain’s model for animal welfare?