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Can you imagine having to choose between a home and your beloved pet? This is the heartbreaking reality for many Canadians. Over 60% of households in Canada have cats or dogs, and more than 70% see them as family members. Sadly, the shortage of pet-friendly housing in our country is a major problem, making many families choose between a home and keeping their companion animals. Many shelters are at capacity, dealing with an influx of surrenders from families facing this reality. From August to September 10, our goal is to raise $10,000 through our Tails of Summer Challenge. By donating today, you’re helping us to continue to work with policymakers, raise public awareness, and support pet owners facing housing challenges. Every dollar raised in support of our work brings us closer to a Canada where no one has to choose between their home and their companion animal family members. Give today to make a difference https://lnkd.in/gn5VEQhX

First of all, I am a dog lover. we have a Yorkie named Scooter We have a cat named Ambush, that took up with us when he was dumped. The somewhat staged ads that the ASPCA runs are very expensive and really tug at your heart. That's the point. So I did a little research on them and was appalled to find out that about 42 cents of every dollar goes to Executive salaries, administrative costs, and ads. The CEO makes over A million dollars annually and other executives are over $200K annually. Even the basic caregivers make more than many teachers and policemen.These figures are in the public domain and if they are inaccurate, please make corrections This is way out of line from most charitable organizations which are closer to 20 cents out of each dollar or less. Tunnels to towers only spends about 5 cents on the dollar on salaries and administration. Meanwhile, most local animal shelters are underfunded and not supported by the ASPCA My point is this. Adopt your pets from local animal shelters and donate there. Many employees or volunteers are barely compensated for their time and serve out of the goodness of their hearts.

URGENT - On Tuesday, May 14, 2024, Parachutes for Pets was activated as emergency support for those fleeing the Fort McMurray wildfires with pets. Although most evacuees were headed to the Edmonton area, nonprofits are struggling across Alberta and the pet resources are extremely limited. Within 24 hours Parachutes for Pets had sent multiple loads of pet supplies, and emergency pet packs to Fort Saskatchewan, Edmonton, and Lac La Biche. They had also arranged for over 40 pets in the Edmonton area to have safekeeping and six to receive vet care for wildfire related medical concerns.  Their team has also seen 8 pets arrive to Calgary with their families. They currently have 4 of them in their safekeeping program, and the rest have popped into Parachutes to get the essential supplies they had to leave behind. At a time when their regular need for services has increased, and the prediction of a long, dry summer ahead - they need to humbly ask for support to ensure our efforts can continue.  Can you help? Call their team at 368-999-6460 1. Follow them on social media 2. Volunteer - to safekeep evacuated pets, pick up and deliver donations, etc. 3. Donate pet supplies - thanks to our partners at Doodle Dogs 4. Financial Donations (instant tax receipts delivered to your inbox) - enable us to address urgent needs in the moment https://lnkd.in/gGwnCA5w

There's a heartbreaking crisis in our community: countless homeless cats are struggling to survive. These vulnerable animals face hunger, illness, and danger on the streets. The good news? We can make a difference together. We're excited to be ramping up our Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) efforts with East End Kitties. Last week's TNR Field Day was a huge success, and we're committed to helping even more cats. But we can't do it alone. Your support is critical in providing these cats with a lifeline. With your help, we can humanely manage the cat population, improve their health, and ultimately create a better life for our feline friends. Here's how you can make a difference: 🐾Donate to support our TNR initiatives. 🐾Volunteer your time to help with trapping or caring for cats. 🐾Spread the word about TNR and the importance of spaying and neutering pets. 🐾Together, we can create a more compassionate community for all cats. #DonateForTNR #VolunteerForCats #bethechangeforcats

Every year, more than ten million people in the United States experience intimate partner violence, a reality that also affects their pets. That's why Greater Good Charities and RedRover work together to create effective and sustainable programs for people and pets in crisis. Click below to learn more about how we're making sure no one gets left behind! 🧡 #RescueRebuild #AmplifyTheGood https://hubs.ly/Q02KTxhj0

Today is International Guide Dog Day - celebrating the important role Guide Dogs play in supporting people all around the world. We proudly partner with Guide Dogs Australia as our charity partner for Dialogue in the Dark programs and have seen first-hand the vital role Guide Dog services play in empowering individuals who are blind or have low vision to lead independent lives. The theme this year urges us all to learn the laws about Guide Dogs access – “Wherever you can go, Guide Dogs can go too”. Access issues consistently get in the way of Guide Dogs Handlers being able to get to where they need to go, with almost every second journey for Guide Dog Handlers resulting in a refusal from a taxi or rideshare, even though it’s the law to let Guide Dogs travel. Watch a short video for further understanding: https://lnkd.in/gfKwgMgm And visit https://lnkd.in/er5Ti6Yj to learn the law about Guide Dogs access. #internationalguidedogday2024 #IGDD

🐾 Bridging the Gap: How Animal Kingdom Inc. Supports Families and Shelters Alike 🐾 At Animal Kingdom Inc., we understand the tough decisions families in crisis face. Often, they must choose between their wellbeing and their beloved pets. Traditional shelters, while invaluable, sometimes can’t accommodate the unique needs of families facing temporary hardships. That’s where we come in. Our Mission: To provide a safe, loving temporary home for pets of families dealing with homelessness, hospitalization, or domestic violence, free of charge. How We Bridge the Gap: 🔹 Support for Traditional Shelters: By offering free, long-term boarding, we alleviate the burden on traditional shelters, freeing up their resources to help more animals. 🔹 Keeping Families Together: We prevent the heartbreaking scenario of families having to permanently surrender their pets due to temporary crises. 🔹 Comprehensive Care: We accept all domestic animals, ensuring they receive the care and love they deserve until they can be reunited with their families or adopted into new homes. Your Support Makes a Difference: 🙏 Donate: Your donations directly fund the care of these pets, including food, medical attention, and comfortable housing. 💞 Share: Spread the word about our mission and how we’re making a difference in our community. 🤝 Get Involved: Join us in our efforts by volunteering or supporting our initiatives. A Real Impact: By supporting Animal Kingdom Inc., you’re not just helping pets; you’re supporting families in their time of need, ensuring they don’t have to face their struggles alone. Your generosity bridges the gap, creating a community where no one has to choose between their wellbeing and their beloved animals. Donate today and be a part of this life-changing mission. #AnimalKingdomInc #Nonprofit #SupportFamilies #AnimalWelfare #CommunitySupport #DonateNow #BridgingTheGap #HopeAndHelp

"Great job by the LEOs in EVERY aspect of the situation!! All the drama about the dog… As the daughter of an LEO raised with K9s and German shepherds, they were absolutely correct to be cautious and wonder about the dog’s behavior regardless of the current wagging tail. Personal experience: as a child my parents let me keep one of the German shepherds that was too old to start with the dept. We were incredibly bonded. Our driveway was huge and there were stairs leading to the porch. My dog was 100% friendly in the driveway. Tail wagging, licking, happy for pets. But the moment anyone attempted to cross that first step without my parents escorting them, she would and had on 2 occasions bit someone. She did not attack them. She bit them to say, “this is my turf and my child is here. You don’t have permission from my owners. You can’t come closer” This is what happens when they go into protection mode. They can be the sweetest happiest tail wagging pup but the moment you cross that boundary, their job is to protect their family. Maybe the word choice could have been different. Honestly though, they were concentrated on saving a child’s life. Not being politically correct in their word choice for possible dog behavioral changes. They did an amazing job and everyone is safe! That’s what matters! 🖤💙🖤 (Note: she was not put down nor deemed vicious. The 2 people who were bit were fully aware that they crossed her boundary and she was warning them. Humans have trouble respecting theirs and others boundaries. Let alone remembering animals have them too.)" Source: projecthumanize_official . . . . . . ❤️ Love content supporting/celebrating First Responders? - Follow us 👉 @FRBAusa - Email us at [email protected] to be featured - Watch never-before-seen stories told by First Responders, their families, and their community when you text the word “Series” to 864-400-1582 #police #policeofficer #cop #cops #sheriff #deputy #policeman #lawenforcement #firstresponder #emergency #thinblueline #k9 #CorrectionsOfficer #ThinGrayLine #dispatch #charity #giveback #nonprofit #causes #frba

For #NationalPetMonth, we want to share with you some of the positive impacts owning a pet can have and why protecting the human-animal bond is so important: 🐾Pet owners are less likely to suffer from depression than those without pets 🐾 People with pets often have lower blood pressure in stressful situations 🐾 By participating in playtime with pets, owners may see an elevation of serotonin and dopamine which can help keep owners calm and relaxed 🐾 Pets provide companionship, especially for those experiencing homelessness 🐾 Pets can help owners meet new people 🐾 Owning a pet can offer comfort and as a result reduce anxiety 🐾 Pets can offer structure and routine 🐾 Pets can provide sensory stress relief such as touch and movement which are two great healthy ways to quickly manage stress Don't just take our word for it! Take a look at Debs and Bluebell's story to see for yourself the great benefits of owning a pet, especially for those experiencing homelessness 💙 Deb is now doing well, training in a new career and embarking on her own fundraising journey for StreetVet as she wants to be able to give something back to StreetVet for all the help and support they received. She will soon be skydiving for StreetVet to raise money to help other owners and pets experiencing homelessness. You can show your support to Deb by donating here: https://gofund.me/ba4056fa #StreetVet #HumanAnimalBond #Petsareimportant

𝙃𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙬𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙚𝙣 𝙩𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙡 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙞𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙙𝙞𝙚𝙙 𝙤𝙧 𝙗𝙚𝙘𝙖𝙢𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙖𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙? The good news is you get to decide what happens to your pet after you're gone or if you’re sick, but only if you actively make the choice to legally document your wishes through estate planning. And here’s the thing. If you don’t legally document your wishes for your furry friend, your family has no obligation to keep them, which means they could end up in a shelter, or worse! That’s why I’m donating $100 to a local shelter for the first five families to book a Session in July. During your free Session, we will… ✅ Discover exactly what would happen to your assets and your family if something happened to you right now. ✅ Develop a plan that legally documents and protects your choices. ✅ Ensure your family (and pets) are prepared for life without you. ✅ Learn the secret to protecting your kids’ inheritance from lawsuits and divorce. ✅ Discover how to leave your loved ones a gift far greater than all the money in the world! I only have space for FIVE of these no-charge planning Sessions this month, so schedule right away so you can enjoy the rest of the summer knowing that your family’s health care, property, and yep - furry companions - are protected, no matter what. Schedule you Life & Legacy Planning Session now and don't forget to mention the code 𝙁𝙐𝙍𝘽𝘼𝘽𝙔! ▶ https://lnkd.in/gtK5K-fW #debbiebabblaw #estateplan #assetprotection #wealthprotection #wealthbuilding #trustsandwills #losangelesestateplan #CAestateplanningattorney #losangelesattorney #familybusiness #smallbusiness #family #familylegacy #personalfamilylawyer #personalfamilylawyerCA #losangelespersonalfamilylawyer #generationalwealth #multigenerationlawyer #peaceofmind #adulting #specialneedsplanning #specialneedstrust #specialneedsadvocate #parenting #familylegacy #guardian #businessplanning #avoidprobate #PetProtection #losangelesmom #CAmom