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To Michelson Found Animals, philanthropy is an opportunity to focus funds, resources, and business acumen towards giant, solvable problems. It’s through the programs below that we champion pets in our world.
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Strategic Initiatives

  • Spay and Neuter Initiative
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    • Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative
    • Better Neighbor Project
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    • Michelson Found Animals Strategic Grants
    • Leap Venture Studio
    • Robert & Erika Brunson Fund
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Do’s and Don’ts: Feeding Your Pet on Thanksgiving

Do’s and Don’ts: Feeding Your Pet on Thanksgiving

by Michelson Found Animals | Nov 17, 2017 | Health, News & Events, Pets & Family, Safety

Thanksgiving is a time for community and good food. Why not include your pet in the fun? You can absolutely let your dog or cat have a feast of their own – just make sure you know what foods are safe for them to eat. As always, also don’t let your animal...
Planes, Trains and Automobiles: Traveling with Pets During the Holiday Season

Planes, Trains and Automobiles: Traveling with Pets During the Holiday Season

by Michelson Found Animals | Nov 15, 2017 | Pets & Family, Safety

Traveling during the holiday season is generally a very stressful experience and adding pets into the mix certainly doesn’t help. How you get from Point A to Point B is largely up to you when traveling with pets, but make sure to factor in your animal’s...
USC Opens New Michelson Center for Convergent Bioscience

USC Opens New Michelson Center for Convergent Bioscience

by Michelson Found Animals | Nov 15, 2017 | News & Events

People new to the Michelson Found Animals Foundation might be surprised to learn that our benefactor, Dr. Gary Michelson, is a major player in sectors other than animal welfare. As a retired orthopedic spinal surgeon, he naturally has a passion for bioscience. Dr....
Gift Guide: Pet and Book Lovers

Gift Guide: Pet and Book Lovers

by Michelson Found Animals | Nov 13, 2017 | Fun

Senior Pet Care: Extending Your Pet’s Lifespan

Senior Pet Care: Extending Your Pet’s Lifespan

by Michelson Found Animals | Nov 10, 2017 | Health

Senior pet care is important! As pet owners, it stands to reason that we want our pets to live as long as possible. It seems like just yesterday they were puppies and kittens. Here are tips for extending your pet’s lifespan and making sure that their senior years are...
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