The Grey Muzzle Organization has awarded a $25,000 grant to the Kauaʻi Humane Society to strengthen efforts to support vulnerable senior dogs.
The Kauaʻi Humane Society was part of a group of animal welfare organizations chosen nationwide this year from a highly competitive applicant pool.
This funding will expand access to critical veterinary care, dental services and adoption support for at-risk senior dogs on the island.
Tanya Ramseth of the Kauaʻi Humane Society said: “This grant will enable us to provide essential veterinary and dental care for senior dogs like Moco, a 9-year-old hound who, despite his age and health challenges, remains full of potential.
She added: “These dogs deserve every opportunity to thrive, and this support helps us remove obstacles so they can find the permanent homes they need.”
This year’s Grey Muzzle grant cycle emphasizes the development and dissemination of best practices that can be adopted by shelters and rescues across the country, extending the impact of these investments to help far more senior dogs nationwide.
Over the past 18 years, the Grey Muzzle Organization has distributed more than $8.3 million in grants, building a national network dedicated to elevating senior dog welfare standards, according to the nonprofit.
“We are thrilled to support programs that deliver immediate care while also establishing scalable best practices to strengthen senior dog initiatives nationwide,” said Emily Grossheider, Executive Director of The Grey Muzzle Organization, in a press release.
“Senior dogs are among the most vulnerable in our communities, yet they have tremendous capacity for love and companionship,” she said. “Our grants help organizations like Kaua`i Humane Society provide the medical support, foster care and adoption services needed to give these dogs a real second chance.”
