About Us

Who We Are

Pawsitive Change exists to improve the lives of animals by providing essential resources, innovative solutions, and direct support to those who care for them. Whether you’re an animal shelter, rescue group, wildlife sanctuary, veterinary clinic, or independent caretaker, we stand with you in advancing animal health and well-being.

Our Mission

Pawsitive Change exists to protect the health and well-being of shelter animals by delivering science-backed biosecurity solutions that prevent illness, reduce suffering, and create safer environments for pets and the people who care for them.

Our Commitment

We’re not limited to specific brands or products if an animal care provider needs it, we work tirelessly to find a way to deliver it. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we can adapt to the evolving needs of those on the front lines of animal welfare. Every donation fuels our ability to protect, heal, and uplift the animals and caregivers who need us most.

Join us in making a Pawsitive Change

Together, we’re creating healthier, safer, and more sustainable environments for animals everywhere. Because every animal deserves a fighting chance, and every individual or organization dedicated to their care deserves a strong support system.


All donations go to animal welfare. All board members and administrators are volunteers.

IRS List of Qualifying Expenses

Aligning with the Animal Welfare Act (AWA)

Here’s a list of IRS-approved expenses eligible under the Pawsitive Change Credit Back Program to support local animal welfare.

Food And Nutrition

  • Pet food (dry, wet, and specialty diets)
  • Nutritional supplements and vitamins

Veterinary Care

  • Routine check-ups and examinations
  • Vaccinations and preventive care
  • Emergency medical treatments
  • Spaying and neutering services
  • Dental care services

Grooming

  • Grooming services (bathing, haircuts, nail trimming)
  • Grooming supplies (shampoos, brushes, grooming tools)

Supplies and Equipment

  • Bedding and blankets
  • Leashes, collars, and harnesses
  • Crates and carriers
  • Toys and enrichment items
  • Litter and litter boxes (for cats)

Training and Behavior

  • Obedience training classes
  • Behavioral training sessions
  • Training supplies (clickers, training pads)

Shelter and Housing

  • Outdoor kennels or doghouses
  • Indoor pet gates and barriers

Transportation

  • Transportation costs to and from veterinary appointments or shelters

Adoption Fees

  • Fees associated with adopting a pet from a shelter or rescue organization

Community Programs

  • Funding for community outreach programs to promote responsible pet ownership
  • Costs for workshops or seminars on animal care and welfare

Emergency Care Supplies

  • First aid supplies for pets
  • Medications prescribed by a veterinarian

Rescue and Rehabilitation

  • Costs associated with rescuing and rehabilitating animals in need

 

Microchipping

  • Microchip implantation for pet identification

IRS List of Qualifying Expenses

Here’s a list of IRS-approved expenses eligible under the Pawsitive Change Credit Back Program to support local animal welfare.

Donation Transparency

Pawsitive Change is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit dedicated to saving shelter animals, improving their care, and helping them find forever homes. We operate with full transparency and accountability.

As a 501(c)(3) organization, we rely on the generosity of individuals, businesses, and foundations to fund our work. Contributions to Pawsitive Change are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law, which means your support not only helps further our mission but also provides a tax benefit to you.

To provide transparency and reassurance to our donors and supporters, we’ve made our IRS determination letter available for download. This document confirms our status as a 501(c)(3) organization. You can view or download here

Our Employer Identification Number (EIN) is: 99-2178479

You may use this number when making a tax-deductible donation or for employer matching programs.

Our Partners & Their Stories

We’ve teamed up with shelters, rescues, and training facilities nationwide supplying critical resources, biosecurity support, and rapid relief.

Muttville Senior Dog Rescue rescues and shelters senior dogs ages 7+. Every day dogs in good health with hearts of gold, and wonderful personalities are euthanized. Why? Because they’re older, and not considered adoptable under typical circumstances. Muttville reaches out to senior dogs at risk, gives them the care they need, and finds them loving forever homes.
Black Paw Dog Training and Boarding focuses on bettering the lives of both dogs and their people. The team enjoys sharing their knowledge of animal behavior to help families better understand why their dog is doing what they are doing and how best to get their dog on a better path. They love seeing the lasting, positive changes in the relationship between dog and family that comes from the right coaching. One of the most important aspects of that relationship is the dog’s health.
The Maxfund Animal Shelter has been a beacon of hope for abandoned pets in Denver. With our support, they’ve been able to upgrade their cleaning and sanitization protocols, ensuring a safer, healthier environment for the animals and staff. Their dedication to finding forever homes for every pet inspires us daily.

What are our customers saying?

What are our customers saying?

Gabriella Jew
    Gabriella Jew

    Director

    “Your donations have been a game changer for Muttville. Your disinfection solutions and equipment have allowed us to make our open shelter model work and still healthy for the dogs. They have also energized our volunteers because they are so easy to use, anyone at any age can operate them. We’ve had volunteers fighting over the chance to clean and disinfect!”

      Bernadette Pflug

      Owner

      “Respiratory viruses are rampant among dogs and many families are highly concerned. The Pawsitive Shelter Change donation is making a huge difference in the health and safety of our customers.”

        Erick Velliquette

        Manager

        “With the help of Pawsitive Shelter Change, we were able to replace the disinfectant we had been using with a safer and healthier option, help reduce the cases of Parvo, and reduce the cleaning time our staff has to do so they can spend more time caring for the dogs.”

        Let’s make a Pawsitive
        Change, Together!

        Let’s make a Pawsitive Change, Together!