Posts categorized under: adoptable pets

The High-Five Doctor Is In!

Developed by Jackson Galaxy and a team of animal behavior experts, The Jackson Galaxy Project’s Cat Pawsitive is a mojo-enhancing, positive-reinforcement clicker training initiative that enriches day-to-day life for cats in shelters, builds new skills for cats as well as shelter staff and volunteers, promotes the human-cat bond, and helps improve adoptability. The Jackson Galaxy […]

Mr. Feeny: Shelter Cat, High-Fiving Feline, & Resident “Wild Man”

GreaterGood.org, along with its signature program, The Jackson Galaxy Project, is celebrating National Adopt a Shelter Cat Month with our high-fiving feline finalists!

A Day in the Life of a Shelter Dog

This National Rescue Dog Day, the GreaterGood.org team checked out a day in the life of a shelter dog at the Pima Animal Care Center (PAAC) in Tucson, AZ!

High Fives All Around in North Carolina

The SPCA of the Triad in Greensboro, North Carolina, is now a couple of months into their Cat Pawsitive training and they have all quickly learned its value. Read how high-fives have been helping kitties in this shelter!

Oscar’s Faux Paw is a Happy One

Whether it's a birth flaw or due to illness or injury, pets with disabilities are just as capable of showing love and living a fulfilling life.

Pierogi Comes Out of Hiding Thanks to Cat Pawsitive Pro

ICS participated in the initial Cat Pawsitive Lite program and were amazed at how quickly the cats learned clicker training. This time around ICS is focusing on the shelter’s shy and less socialized cats affectionately known as the ‘Scruffys’.

A Big High Five for Star Feline Student at New Beginnings Animal Rescue

After a few months into the Cat Pawsitive Pro (CPP) training, there have been many positive changes at New Beginnings Animal Rescue (NBAR) located in Royal Oak, Michigan.

One-way Ticket to Thailand

We went to Phuket, Thailand to rain-proof a shelter and help improve the welfare of dogs and cats in Asia!

Cayenne’s Cancer Journey

Cayenne's story is one of hope and resilience, especially as we observe Pet Cancer Awareness Month.

Saving Mamas and their Babies

GreaterGood.org works with partners all over the country to place nursing moms and growing puppies and kittens in foster homes.