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Through our travels to shelters and rescues across the southern states, we've witnessed incredible innovation, heartbreaking challenges, and inspiring success stories. Our blog shares these real-world experiences alongside practical resources, grant opportunities, and insights that can help rescue organizations operate more effectively. Whether you're a shelter professional, volunteer, or advocate, you'll find stories and solutions that matter to the work of saving homeless dogs.
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The Public-Private Model That Works: 50 Years of Collaboration in Boyle County
In Danville, Kentucky, a 50-year public-private partnership between municipal animal control and a private humane society has created a thriving, low-stress environment that has eliminated euthanasia for space. By sharing the physical workload, medical expenses, and community outreach, this symbiotic model serves as a blueprint for other animal welfare organizations. Read more about the Danville-Boyle County Humane Society.
Overcrowded but Undeterred: Our First Ohio Shelter Visit
We made our first Ohio shelter visit to HSOV in Marietta, where a dedicated team of 17 is managing double the animals their facility was built to hold. From the reality of overcrowding to the inspiring concept of "virtual fostering," look inside their daily climb—and discover how you can help.
New Leadership, Shorter Stays, and Big Dreams at the Cattaraugus County SPCA
In 2024, the average stay for a dog at the Cattaraugus County SPCA was 92 days. Today, it’s down to just 27! Big changes are happening under new leadership, but with a 40-year-old building beyond repair, the hard work is just beginning. Check out our latest blog post to see how this amazing team is crushing their goals and kicking off a $6 million campaign for a brand-new facility.