BISSELL Pet Foundation Celebrates 1 Million Pets Impacted Through Lifesaving Initiatives

Milestone Marks 14 Years of Unwavering Commitment to Reducing Shelter Pet Populations

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BISSELL Pet Foundation proudly announces a historic milestone: 1 million pets impacted through its national rescue, adoption, transport, and spay/neuter initiatives. Since its founding in 2011 by Cathy Bissell, the foundation has been dedicated to reducing pet homelessness and providing critical resources to shelters across the country.

"This milestone is a testament to the shelters, rescues, and advocates working tirelessly every day to give pets a second chance," said Cathy Bissell, Founder of BISSELL Pet Foundation. "While we celebrate 1 million pets impacted, our mission continues—too many pets still need help, and we won't stop until every pet has a loving home."

Over the past 14 years, BISSELL Pet Foundation has launched and grown impactful programs that support shelters and rescue organizations nationwide.

• Fix the Future® – The fastest-growing free spay/neuter program in the U.S., providing direct payments to veterinarians and connecting them with shelters and pet owners in need. With a network of more than 340 relief veterinarians, the program ensures pets receive spay/neuter services, vaccinations, and microchips for $35 or less.
• Empty the Shelters® – The nation's largest funded adoption event, helping pets find families by making adoption more affordable. BISSELL Pet Foundation provides financial support to participating organizations to help cover adoption costs.
• Crisis and Disaster Response – Through its Animal Incident Management (AIM) team, BISSELL Pet Foundation provides emergency rescue, transport and shelter support for pets in harm's way during natural disasters and large-scale crises. In collaboration with Animal Search and Rescue (ASAR) and partner shelters throughout the country, the foundation helps relocate and care for animals in urgent need.
• Transport Program – By moving adoptable pets from overcrowded shelters—particularly in high-intake regions—to areas with higher adoption demand, the foundation has helped thousands of pets find homes.

To commemorate this achievement, BISSELL Pet Foundation will be sharing heartwarming stories of pets who found their second chance thanks to these lifesaving programs.

To support BISSELL Pet Foundation's mission and continue making an impact, visit bissellpetfoundation.org/donate.

About BISSELL Pet Foundation®
BISSELL Pet Foundation (BPF) is a charitable 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to help reduce the number of animals in shelters through pet adoption, spay/neuter programs, microchipping, and crisis and disaster response. Founded in 2011 by Cathy Bissell, BPF is an extension of her long-standing love for animals and commitment to their welfare. BPF has since partnered with more than 6,000 shelters and rescues across the U.S. and Canada to help pets find loving homes. The Foundation is supported by generous donors and BISSELL Inc. where Every Purchase Saves Pets™. To learn more or make a lifesaving donation, visit www.bissellpetfoundation.org.

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