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Today is National Rescue Dog Day. So what is the state of rescue today? In 2023, ~400,000 dogs & cats were killed in our nation's shelters. Including 30% more dogs than in 2022. That increase is both staggering & heartbreaking. And the shelter where I volunteer is at capacity for dogs. Thankfully there are specific things you can do to help save lives: - Adopt don't shop. This is the #1 thing you can do. When you buy from a breeder you perpetuate the cycle that animals are commodities & directly increase the number of animals who end up in shelters (and yes, even expensive breeds end up in shelters). - Spay or neuter your pets. This is the #2 thing you can do. If you're adopting your pet from a rescue or shelter, then you'll be good, since most, if not all, won't adopt out an intact animal. Plus, it's healthier for animals to be fixed 🙂 It's a win-win-win! - Get involved. You can adopt, foster, volunteer, donate, and/or educate others about the issues. Everyone can do something to directly help the animals. Just pick the best fit for your lifestyle! For me, it's volunteering every week at the local shelter. In 2016, 1 million dogs & cats were killed in our nation's shelters, so overall, we've made tremendous progress. Together we can save more lives. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask! [Photo from Best Friends Animal Society.] #adoptdontshop #shelterpets #animalwelfare #animalrescue #SaveThemAll #NationalRescueDogDay

I love animals. As an only child, nature was my sanctuary (still is) and wildlife fascinated me. And my pets were my best friends; I often preferred time with them over people. Nearly everyone at Point of Reference loves animals as well (found my people). I think an organization's people help define its culture. And when possible, the people and their passions should be highlighted, regardless of how "businessy" they may be. We're #peoplebeforeprofessionals, after all. So this year, featured at #CustomerXCon, we're doing a CMA Pros & Pets contest! You don't have to attend the conference to participate, but all photos will be featured and winners selected to win great prizes. Comment here with your photo and pet name(s)! And I will personally make a donation to the winners' animal welfare charities of choice because, well, I'm an animal advocate as well :) #customeradvocacy #customermarketing #customerexperience #customerengagement #customersuccess #animalwelfare

If you need to get to those hard to reach places, remember we have #scaffolding and #ladders available to hire. However, If you see a cat stuck in a tree, don't wait until we reopen tomorrow. Here's what you can do today: Assess the Situation Stay Calm Call for Help - Animal control or animal charities. Offer Assistance: If the cat seems approachable and you feel comfortable doing so, you can try to coax the cat down by offering food or a familiar item, such as a favorite toy or blanket. Provide Support: If the cat is unable to come down on its own, try to provide support and reassurance from the ground. Speak softly to the cat and let it know that help is on the way. Remember to prioritise safety at all times, both for yourself and the cat. Avoid attempting to climb the tree or use makeshift tools to reach the cat, as this can result in injury to both you and the animal. 🐈

If you need to get to those hard to reach places, remember we have #scaffolding and #ladders available to hire. However, If you see a cat stuck in a tree, don't wait until we reopen tomorrow. Here's what you can do today: Assess the Situation Stay Calm Call for Help - Animal control or animal charities. Offer Assistance: If the cat seems approachable and you feel comfortable doing so, you can try to coax the cat down by offering food or a familiar item, such as a favorite toy or blanket. Provide Support: If the cat is unable to come down on its own, try to provide support and reassurance from the ground. Speak softly to the cat and let it know that help is on the way. Remember to prioritise safety at all times, both for yourself and the cat. Avoid attempting to climb the tree or use makeshift tools to reach the cat, as this can result in injury to both you and the animal. 🐈

The Challenge of Fundraising for Animal Welfare 🐾 In the world of fundraising, animal welfare can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. Unlike human services, where the impact is often immediate and visible, our work at the Humane Society of Missouri focuses on giving a voice to those who can’t speak for themselves—our animals. What drives us as fundraisers is knowing that every dollar raised translates directly into lives saved: a puppy rescued from neglect, a senior cat finding comfort in its final days, or a rehabilitated animal thriving in a forever home. But we also know it takes creativity and connection to inspire people to see the value in our work. My team and I are always looking for new ways to tell these stories, build trust, and connect our community’s passion to the urgent needs of the animals we serve. When we connect hearts to our mission, we not only raise funds—we build a movement of people who care deeply about the well-being of all creatures in our city. To my fellow fundraisers: never underestimate the power of storytelling. It’s the bridge between empathy and action. Let’s continue to inspire others to support the causes that matter most. #AnimalWelfare #Fundraising #NonprofitLeadership #HSMO #Storytelling #InspireChange #Philanthropy

I'm beyond excited for our client, Invisible Universe 🥳 🎉 . If you haven’t seen their recent developments, you’re missing out! Did you catch Clydeo on the Today Show? 👀 They’ve been creating some of the most adorable characters, but there’s so much more happening behind the scenes. For a quick recap of what Invisible Universe is all about, here’s some info from Doug Shapiro's article: - Invisible Universe (IU) is an internet-first animation studio that develops animation franchises and distributes chiefly on YouTube and TikTok. - Instead of the traditional model of creating content and then distributing it, IU employs a highly iterative content development process, continuously engaging with its fan base and quickly turning new content. Fans play an active role in plot and character development. - Recognizing that falling entry barriers generally mean lower margins, IU doesn’t view video as a profit center. Video is a mechanism for creating franchises that are monetized through other channels. - Contrary to the perception that GenAI is currently a hobbyist tool, IU has fully transitioned to AI-enabled content generation. Over the last year, it has created its own fine-tuned models, trained on its IP, and developed a custom workflow. As a result, it has reduced development time on its videos from weeks to hours and reduced content development costs by over 90%. - It intends to productize its workflow as a IU Studio that enables fans to create content using its IP. Essentially - they are doing amazing things AND 🚨 Exciting News 🚨 unlocking some of their studio capabilities to the public for the first time! You can actually help Clydeo choose his next adventure in their AI art studio!! 😲 Trust me, you want to give them a follow! #clientshoutout #ai #technology #videoproduction #accountingfirm #excitingnews #todayshow #rescue Connected Accounting

Texans should adopt this holiday season to avoid supporting and endorsing out-of-state puppy mills that supply pet stores and sell pets online. What if you want a purebred? The purebred dog you are looking for might be at your local shelter. Did you know that 25% to 30% of dogs in shelters are purebreds? By adopting a pet from your local shelter or rescue, you will free up space for another homeless animal to have the opportunity to find a forever home and relieve the pressure on shelters and rescues. https://lnkd.in/gGYnbMwB

🚨 Exciting News! 🎥✨ ☔ DARTCC has launched our official YouTube channel to share details about modules, tools, features and all the inner-workings that EASApp™ offers. 🐾 If you're a #volunteer or #veterinarian of a disaster animal response team and passionate about #disasterpreparedness in your community, be sure to check out our user-friendly, first-of-its-kind Emergency Animal Shelter App -- yes, APP! So your team can focus on pet care, not paperwork! Watch, share with your team, and subscribe for updates! #nonprofit #nonprofitorganization #socialgood #givingback #donate #animalrescue #animalrescueteam #emergencypreparedness #disastermanagement #climatechange #disaster

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