National Lost Dog Awareness Day: How Kids Can Help Keep Pets Safe (and a Fun Project Idea!)
Every year, April 23rd marks National Lost Dog Awareness Day—a time dedicated to raising awareness about the thousands of dogs that go missing and what we can do to help bring them home safely. At Paws Up Projects, we believe even the smallest hands can make a big difference when it comes to helping animals […]
Small Pets, Big Impact: How to Celebrate Adopt a Rescued Guinea Pig Month
March is officially Adopt a Rescued Guinea Pig Month, and if you’ve been looking for a reason to add a little more “wheek-wheek” to your life, this is it. While they might be small, these “pocket pets” have massive personalities and even bigger hearts. However, behind the cute squeaks is a growing reality: guinea pig […]
Festive Funding: 10 Creative Holiday Fundraisers for Animal Shelters
The holiday season offers a unique momentum for animal lovers. Between the “giving spirit” of December and the end-of-year push for community impact, there is a powerful opportunity to turn holiday traditions into tangible change for dogs, cats, and rabbits. Here are 10 fun and creative ways to make an impact this holiday season: The […]
Don’t Forget Your Furry Friends: Fire Safety for Pets
July 15th marks National Pet Fire Safety Day, a critical reminder that while we plan for the safety of our human family members during a fire, our beloved pets often get overlooked. At Paws Up Projects, the safety and well-being of every animal is our top priority, and that extends to ensuring they’re protected in […]
Teachers: 10 Reasons to Inspire Real-World Change with Animal Shelter Projects!
We know you are always looking for ways to engage your students, foster empathy, and connect classroom learning to real-world issues. What better way to do this than by undertaking a project that directly benefits shelter animals? At Paws Up Projects, we believe in the power of hands-on learning and community involvement. Here are 10 […]
For the Love of Pets: A Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser
I recently participated in a Pickleball tournament called “Paddles 4 Paws” that benefitted my local animal shelter. For me it was heaven because I love both animals and pickleball. I didn’t realize that this kind of fundraiser is being done all around the country. If you play or watch Pickleball you know it’s a great […]
Paws Up Thanksgiving: Helping Animal Shelters
Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude and giving back. This year, why not show your appreciation for animals by supporting your local animal shelter? Here are a few project ideas to help you make a difference: Donate Supplies Essential Items: Food, water bowls, litter boxes, and cleaning supplies are always in need. Warmth and Comfort: […]
Paws Up Video Introduction!
Learn what Paws Up Projects is all about in our 2 minute video! A lot of the footage is from my days as a middle school teacher. Although I taught math, I also created and taught an elective class called “Animal Care & Welfare”, for 7 years. My students learned about important topics like spay/neuter, […]
5 ways to help shelters/rescues other than adopting!
Giving a shelter/rescue pet a loving home by adopting or fostering is always needed and appreciated. But, we can’t always adopt/foster and want to help. Here are 5 other ideas where you can make a direct impact and help shelter/rescue pets: #5: Promote an adoptable pet on social media. Visit your local shelter/rescue’s website and […]
Welcome to Paws Up Projects!
We are thrilled to have you visit Paws Up Projects! We love animals and know you do too. I’m Kasey Brown, a retired middle school teacher. I taught math, but also created a class called Animal Care & Welfare. Kids love to meet and learn about animals. Throughout the years I taught the class we […]