Maddie's Fund

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To revolutionize the status and well-being of companion animals.

Maddie was a beloved Miniature Schnauzer whose unconditional love, devotion, loyalty and spirit inspired her caregivers to start a charitable foundation, Maddie's Fund^®, in her name.
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No Kill Progress

Number of Dogs and Cats Killed per 1,000 Americans

Getting to No-Kill Chart

Getting to no-kill by 2015
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Don't miss Advance, the new publication from Maddie's Institute promoting progressive strategies for the health and well-being of homeless pets. In the first issue, find tips from the nation's top shelter medicine experts on the latest vaccine research to prevent disease outbreaks and save lives. To subscribe, click here

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Expanding Lifesaving in Tough Times

Maddie's Fund^® President Rich Avanzino offers innovative ways to expand life-saving in spite of government budget cuts.

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Maddie's Daylong Certificate Course at Expo Some of the nation's top shelter directors and shelter veterinarians have proven you can save treatable shelter dogs and cats, and... Read More

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