By Brett Yates, CEO Michelson Found Animals One of the starkest issues facing the U.S. pet care industry today is a shortage of veterinarians and veterinary technicians. In fact, by 2030,¹ we will need 40,000 vets and 133,000 vet techs to meet the needs of our...
By Leap Venture Studio (Originally published on foundanimals.org) Are you passionate about revolutionizing the pet care industry and creating innovative solutions for our beloved furry companions? If so, brace yourselves for an exceptional opportunity that could...
South Gate, CA - Downtown Dog Rescue has opened a new storefront and Pet Support Space called Clancy’s Closet, a program made possible in part to a generous grant from Michelson Found Animals Foundation. Clancy’s Closet is located in the heart of South Gate, CA, on...
More and more property managers are considering the removal of weight and breed restrictions to be more attractive to pet owners, who now account for about 70 percent of U.S. households. By Judy Bellack, Industry Principal, The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative...
In a celebration of innovation and the love for our furry companions, Leap Venture Studio recently hosted their annual virtual Demo Day that premiered on June 8. This year’s cohort of innovative pet care companies came together to showcase their groundbreaking ideas...
What’s one of the best ways to support animals? Turns out, the answer, often, is to support humans. Michelson Institute for Pet Professions, under the inspiring leadership of Heather Thomas, invests in the education of people with a desire to work in animal...
“Every little bit that we can do to help our community goes a long way, and when they’re coming here to get spayed, neutered, vaccines, flea medicines, it goes a long way. So people come here, and we build community while they get a little help and service right here...
By Dick Anderson After nearly a decade in development, a single-dose, nonsurgical sterilant for companion animals has yielded promising results. In a newly published study in Nature Communications, lead author Dr. Lindsey Vansandt, a theriogenologist at the Cincinnati...
Gene Therapy Produces Long-term Contraception in Female Domestic Cats Michelson Prize & Grants, a program of The Michelson Found Animals Foundation, is offering a $25-million prize to scientists to develop a permanent, “single-treatment,” nonsurgical sterilization...
"MIPP has given me the opportunity to expand my knowledge and open a path for a new career." - Marina, MIPP Student The Michelson Institute for Pet Professions (MIPP) has achieved a remarkable milestone by successfully training and certifying over 100 graduates since...
Congratulations to My Dog is My Home for hosting a successful Co-Sheltering Conference 2023! The Michelson Found Animals Foundation was honored to be a sponsor and present alongside influential friends in the industry. During the event, Michelson Philanthropies...
"Our goal with MIPP is for our students to ultimately be successful and find long-term, rewarding and lucrative careers working with animals. Ultimately, we hope to grow the program and support individuals in all types of jobs helping both pets and people." - Heather...