Are Volunteers the Biggest Donors to Your Animal Shelter or Rescue?
Volunteers donate 50% more than non-volunteers according to a study several years ago. Is this true for your animal rescue or shelter? A few weeks ago I volunteered to work…
Volunteers donate 50% more than non-volunteers according to a study several years ago. Is this true for your animal rescue or shelter? A few weeks ago I volunteered to work…
Are you looking for new volunteers to work at your shelter, to participate in fundraising events, to offer professional services, or to serve on an advisory board? What about targeting…
Offsite adoption events are widely used by many shelters and rescues to increase homeless pet adoptions. Many animal lovers don’t like to go to animal shelters. And, you can often…
Are your online videos as effective as they could be? YouTube videos have become a standard on many websites, blogs, and Facebook pages. Many could be much more effective in…
Does your animal shelter or rescue offer low-cost or even free spay and neuter services? A spay day event in our area recently was not fully booked with appointments for…
If you’re thinking about starting a spay-neuter clinic or maybe you need to expand the clinic you already have, here are some ideas you can use. Best Friends has extensive Spay-Neuter Resources including…
Do shelter politics get in the way of saving the lives of homeless pets? Sometimes I get emails from newsletter “unsubscribers” who answer the “why” question saying they no longer…
Animal shelters are filled with pets given up because their senior humans are going to nursing homes, assisted living, hospice, or just can’t afford them. What can animal lovers and…
It’s heartbreaking to visit a shelter or rescue group and see all the homeless pets given up by seniors who can no longer afford them. Or sometimes they’re given up…
As the recession drags on, animal shelters and rescues are looking for new fundraising and adoption ideas. Try taking advantage of the recession to help homeless pets. Here are a…
How often do you read a homeless pet story that could have been prevented? Here are some ideas for animal shelters and animal lovers to help prevent pets from losing…
Involving kids at the local animal shelter by using their computer skills can provide enormous help to the shelter and be a great way for kids to volunteer. Shelters can…
Most teenagers spend a good part of their days using Facebook and texting their friends. Take advantage of these social networking skills by asking animal-loving teenagers to help homeless pets.…
Here are eight ideas for animal lovers and their families to help homeless pets this holiday season. — Order a Kuranda bed for your local shelter. — Offer to set up or…
Do you have a serious budget deficit? Or do you have a special needs pet who needs medical care or a foster family? Is your pet food bank nearly empty?…
As the holiday season approaches, take advantage of Animal Shelter Tips website articles and blog posts about holiday fundraising, involving kids, working with other nonprofits, improving your website, and more.…
It’s that time again to buy holiday presents, send cards, and plan holiday outings. What are the gift possibilities offered by the animal shelters and rescues in your community? Larger…
Do you ever wonder why you don’t see more revenue from your publicity or fundraising efforts? Are you adding new donor names to your database after each fundraising event? Are…
Help your animal shelter or rescue win cash grants just by voting in the Shelter Challenge. Go to the Animal Rescue Site to read how the Shelter Challenge works. This contest…
As the summer progresses and many nonprofits schedule fundraising events in your community, take note of the events they sponsor. You may find some new ideas to use in fundraising…
Why are Dogs Abandoned in Rescue Centers? The majority of dogs in rescue centres are there as a result of their owners abandoning them. Many have been rehomed because they…
Use a baby gate to keep them out of the kitchen. One of the biggest obstacles new puppy owners face is keeping their pups out of the kitchen. Puppies are…
[Image 1: This is an adorable photo of a dog (not mine) wearing a sweater. The caption reads, "Welcome to The Farmhouse Life! We love dogs around here."] Welcome to…
Can you make the commitment to a dog? Owning a dog is a long-term commitment. When researching breeds, it's important to consider how much time, money and effort you're willing…
German Shepherd You may have heard that German Shepherds are dangerous animals, but actually they’re quite the opposite. They are known for their loyalty and intelligence and are very protective…
Short summary blurb about home-for-cats Home-For-Cats is an animal shelter for cats. The place was founded by a very wealthy man, who built it himself and left it to his…
Go out with a bang. In order to ensure your birdhouse is ready for the spring and its new tenants, start by cleaning out last year's nests, dusting the house,…
Buy the Right Cat It is important to take time when choosing a cat to adopt, as you will have this furry friend for the rest of his life. First,…
Meet Stella from Parks and Rec. Stella is a pug for the sitcom Parks and Recreation. She is played by a dog named Nugget, who does an amazing job of…
There are shelters for kittens, puppies and adult dogs. Shelters are places where animals can be housed and cared for during the process of finding them a new home. In…