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Co-housing can save lives, but overcrowding your shelter without adequate staffing resources is simply overcapacity.
Abel arrived at Greater Hillsdale Humane Society (GHHS) in Michigan in February 2023. Because he was heartworm-positive,
BISSELL Pet Foundation's Animal Incident Management (AIM) was contacted regarding a failed “rescue” in Arkansas that could no longer
Get to know BISSELL Pet Foundation's 2024 Junior Board of Directors!
Cathy Bissell encourages animal shelters and the community to make critical choices in 2024 to save the lives of pets.
We’ve just wrapped up our Empty the Shelters Holiday Hope event, and one of the many stories that captured our hearts was of former BPF Grateful Pet, Faith
It was August 8, 2023, when the island of Maui experienced its most catastrophic wildland fire in history. As with all disasters and times of crises where people are impacted, pets and animals also find themselves at the forefront of the tragedy.
Although my last name is Bissell, the need is greater than one person, one family or one company. BISSELL Pet Foundation’s programs are vital in the animal sheltering industry, the demand continues to increase every year and always outpaces our funding.
As animal lovers and advocates, we at BISSELL Pet Foundation believe every pet deserves a happy and secure life, and we know you do too.
In the first week of October, BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Animal Incident Management (AIM) team was on the ground in Missouri supporting National Mill Dog
Cathy Bissell shares insights on the lifesaving impact of BISSELL Pet Foundation's Animal Incident Management initiative.
Two national leaders join forces to save lives during the largest funded adoption event of the summer
Do you remember Hope? Hope was left for dead and found by St. Landry Parish Animal Control in May. She had been shot with BBs, her ears were cut off, she had a broken jaw...
BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Animal Incident Management (AIM) team was called to action again on Monday to help 120 dogs from a suspected puppy mill.
As you may know, BISSELL Pet Foundation's Executive Director of Disaster & Field Response, Eric Thompson, was recently on the ground in Maui,
Good news! Many of the 70 dogs who were part of the horrific Mississippi cruelty case have been placed with trusted BISSELL Pet Foundation shelter and rescue partners and will soon be available for adoption!
BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Animal Incident Management (AIM) team received an urgent call pleading for help – this time from the Island of Maui.
An average of 1,225 pets were adopted each day of the nation’s largest funded adoption event.
As you know, BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Animal Incident Management team partnered with Animal Rescue Corps (ARC) in mid-July to save approximately 70 dogs who were left to slowly suffer and die across two properties owned by a failed “rescue” in Mississippi...
When disastrous flooding overwhelmed Vermont two weeks ago, BPF took immediate action to transport pets. Because Montpelier was already underwater and the reservoir above it was expected to breach, there were concerns about the flooded area dramatically expanding. The nearby Central Vermont Humane Society staff was still able to care for pets in their shelter; however,
Approximately 70 dogs were left to slowly suffer and die across two properties owned by a failed “rescue” in Mississippi.
BISSELL Pet Foundation provides lifesaving assistance in large-scale animal cruelty case
Last week, BISSELL Pet Foundation's Animal Incident Management (AIM) team and other animal welfare experts were on the ground in Missouri coordinating the care for more than 240 dogs after authorities pressured a large-scale puppy mill breeder to shut down and a separate commercial breeder went out of business. BPF partnered with National Mill Dog Rescue to save the dogs, many of which were living in unsafe, crowded conditions and have medical issues resulting from lack of care.
Cathy shares details of BPF's Animal Incident Management team's recent mission in Missouri.
Two national leaders join forces to save lives during the largest funded adoption event of the summer
Today, BISSELL Pet Foundation's Animal Incident Management team and other animal welfare experts are on the ground to assist with the rescue of more than 225 dogs after authorities
From May 1-15, 2023, more than 350 shelters in 45 states will reduce adoption fees thanks to BISSELL Pet Foundation and Dogtopia.
BISSELL Pet Foundation's Empty the Shelters (ETS) events are proven to help pets find loving homes, including those who have experienced long stays of months or even years. Our most recent ETS event in partnership with Dogtopia resulted in thousands of happy tails!
Cathy passionately shares her concerns about certain animal welfare practices.
Last weekend, the BISSELL Pet Foundation team and our dedicated partners were on the ground in Opelousas, Louisiana, where we touched the lives of hundreds of community pets by providing a free vaccine clinic
We have exciting news to share! BISSELL Pet Foundation is teaming up with Dogtopia for our first national Empty the Shelters event in 2023 from May 1-15!
From May 1-15, 2023, more than 350 shelters in 45 states will reduce adoption fees thanks to BISSELL Pet Foundation and Dogtopia.
So many happy tails came from BPF's Empty the Shelters-Adopt Your Valentine event, but one story stood out—after 550 days of waiting, Daphne finally found a loving home.
Thanks to your generosity, 70 dogs rescued from commercial breeders caught their freedom flight on March 1.
Cathy passionately shares her concerns about certain animal welfare practices.
Throughout March, BISSELL Pet Foundation is raising awareness to encourage community support for shelters with its Feed the Shelters® campaign.
BISSELL Pet Foundation’s first flight of 2023 was also our first flight to Maine!
Why payment options should be available everywhere and what you can do.
BISSELL Pet Foundation is celebrating the transport of our 10,000th dog! In just two weeks in February, BPF moved more than 320 pets from overcrowded shelters
BISSELL Pet Foundation expands crisis and disaster response efforts with Animal Incident Management, a new collaborative program.
Cathy Bissell shares updates on lifesaving efforts in St. Landry Parish.
Get to know BISSELL Pet Foundation's 2023 Junior Board of Directors!
The numbers say it all. We are so excited that 56,706 pets found homes through our adoption events in 2022! BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Empty the Shelters (ETS)
How to make a difference for homeless pets all year long.
Cathy Bissell talks about how the animal welfare industry can improve access to care for pet owners.
Cathy Bissell shares how BISSELL Pet Foundation supports source shelters and how destination shelters are giving back.
More than 12,600 shelter pets were adopted during BPF's Empty the Shelters Holiday Hope
Cathy Bissell talks about BISSELL Pet Foundation's approach to spay/neuter in the year to come.
Your generosity empowers BISSELL Pet Foundation to make the biggest impact for pets by enabling us to respond when and where we are needed most.
Giving Tuesday is one of the most important days for nonprofits, and it is just around the corner.
Cathy Bissell talks about the impact of drawing potential adopters into shelters.
BPF is committed to impacting the lives of homeless pets in shelters and owned pets by making spay/neuter possible for those who would not otherwise be able to access these preventative procedures.
Nearly 9,500 shelter pets were adopted during BPF's Fall National Empty the Shelters
BISSELL Pet Foundation is working tirelessly to support the people and animals impacted by Hurricane Ian in Florida.
Cathy Bissell details the importance of transporting pets.
BISSELL Pet Foundation recently helped place more than 50 puppy mill puppies.
22,165 adoptions took place during BISSELL Pet Foundation's July 2022 Empty the Shelters event.
More than 29,000 shelter pets were impacted through adoption and transport during the nation’s largest funded adoption event.
Speaking up for shelters in the face of bullying as they work to support more than 4,000 beagles saved from Virginia facility.