TailsPal Blog — all about helping animals and spreading kindness

• A warm story about an animal who became a hospital friend
• How the first meetings started and grew
• Why animals help patients and staff
• Practical steps for safe animal visits in hospitals
• The role of volunteers and shelters in such programs
• How the community can support and participate
• Tips to protect the animal's welfare during visits

• Understand physical and emotional needs
• Start with veterinary diagnosis and a care plan
• Adapt the home for safety and access
• Mobility aids and gentle exercise
• Nutrition, medication, and skin care
• Hygiene, toileting and pressure sore prevention
• Mental stimulation and consistent routine
• Community resources and rehabilitation options
• When to seek urgent help

• Why donations matter for TailsPal
• Choosing a payment provider and payment methods
• One-time vs recurring donations
• Security, compliance and local rules
• UX and mobile-first donation flows
• Transparency, reporting and donor communication
• Testing, launch and monitoring
• Practical tips for teams and volunteers

• A calm, watchful dog became the neighborhood’s informal guardian
• How the dog was welcomed and stayed near the yard
• What being a ‘guardian’ means for a community dog
• Practical care and socialization steps
• How neighbors and volunteers helped
• Safe ways to approach and assist such dogs

• Check animals’ condition and behavior outdoors
• Provide dry, insulated shelter and how to build one
• Safe food and water tips for freezing weather
• Avoid toxic substances like antifreeze
• Recognize hypothermia and give first aid
• How to transport an animal safely and contact help
• Organize community support for street animals

• Why TailsPal runs volunteer surveys
• Defining goals and target groups
• Choosing channels and survey formats
• Writing clear, neutral questions
• Ethics, consent and data protection
• Encouraging participation and improving response rates
• Analyzing responses and turning feedback into action
• Reporting back to volunteers

• A short story about a rescued animal that changed people's hearts
• A hesitant dog and the small signs of trust
• How shelter staff and volunteers rebuilt confidence
• Daily routines and patience as healing tools
• Practical steps to help scared animals safely
• Ways to share stories that inspire community action

• Recognize common signs of shock
• Ensure safety for you and the animal
• Control bleeding and reduce pain
• Keep the animal warm and calm
• Support breathing and position safely
• Prepare for transport to the veterinarian
• What not to do during shock
• When to seek immediate veterinary care

• Mapping potential partners in the community
• Defining clear value for partners
• Simple, transparent agreements
• Joint projects and events
• Training and support for partners
• Regular communication and resource sharing
• Tracking outcomes and adapting
• Nurturing long-term relationships