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Podcasts
Because They Matter: Second Chance Rescue NYC
Denise Diaz is the Director of Operations at Second Chance Rescue NYC. Their mission is to reduce animal overpopulation in shelters, rescue and rehabilitate critically injured and neglected animals, and…
Amy Peterson · May 28, 2021
For Good
Saving Animals One Photo at a Time
As the saying goes, “a picture is worth a thousand words.” Complexity of something or someone can be conveyed by a single image and explain the essence of the subject.…
Mackenzie Perez · May 23, 2021
For Good
Debo’s First Class Flight Home
There’s a term we use far too often in animal rescue, one that signifies heartbreak and misunderstanding- owner surrender. When we hear about a family pet surrendered to a rescue,…
Alexis Gomez · May 20, 2021
Meet CUDDLY CEO, John Hussey
NFL Referee Hussey Gets CUDDLY In late 2013, NFL referee John Hussey found himself standing in the Minneapolis airport on his way to his hotel, getting ready to work for…
CUDDLY Staff · May 18, 2021
Podcasts
Save Who We Can: Saving Animal Lives 24/7
Megan Driver, founder of Saving Animal Lives 24/7, discusses all things rescue from the adoption process to compassion fatigue. Saving Animal Lives 24/7 is a nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing…
Amy Peterson · May 18, 2021
For the Joy of Pets
Pet Videos that Spark Joy
I think we can all agree that the only upside to the pandemic was having more time to spend with our beloved pets. Covid-19 forced many offices to close and…
Alexis Gomez · May 17, 2021
Podcasts
The Dangers of Founder’s Syndrome: Soi Dog International
John Dalley, Co-Founder and President of Soi Dog International, discusses how a passion for animal welfare led him and his wife to establishing an organization committed to solving Phuket, Thailand’s…
Amy Peterson · May 13, 2021
CUDDLY Learning Center
The Lifetime of a Capital Campaign
Capital campaigns generally adhere to five progressive stages that provide an organization with its greatest probability of achieving success. STAGE 1 is the PREPARATION STAGE. This is when a shelter…
Amy Peterson · May 12, 2021
Pet Relationships
Celebrities Obsessed with Their Pets
Celebrities, they’re just like us! They are just as obsessed with their pets and there’s no shame in that. From taking them on beautiful hikes, to even bringing them on…
Alexis Gomez · May 11, 2021
CUDDLY Learning Center
Capital Fundraising: The Need for a Feasibility Study
Once your board has determined to take action and plan for a new animal shelter, it’s time to give serious consideration to having a fundraising feasibility study conducted. A fundraising…
Amy Peterson · May 7, 2021
Podcasts
Embrace Your Fear: Ozzie and Friends
Nancy Jimeno founded Ozzie and Friends and in this episode, she discusses recovering from dog bites, building a tight-knit team, and being of service to animals and people. Listen on…
Amy Peterson · May 6, 2021
For Good
The CUDDLY Club: April 2021 Recap
When looking over the countless animals in need, it can feel impossible to make a difference. Joining the CUDDLY Club takes the guess work out of donating. With one monthly…
CUDDLY Staff · May 5, 2021