23 December 2024

A Texas Rescue Organization Simplifies Operations with Zoho Creator

By Ronald Smith

I’m excited to share how our rescue organization in Texas has made our work a whole lot easier with the help of Zoho Creator. Let me tell you how our lives have changed thanks to this amazing tool.

When it comes to rescuing animals, every second counts. That’s why we needed a system that would streamline our processes and keep everything organized. With Zoho Creator, that’s exactly what we got.

Before Zoho Creator, managing our operations was a real hassle. We were drowning in paperwork and struggling to keep track of all the animals in our care. But now, it feels like a weight has been lifted off our shoulders.

Zoho Creator has allowed us to create customized forms for every step of our rescue process. From intake to adoption, we have it all covered. No more filling out endless paper forms and losing track of important information. Everything is now digital and easily accessible.

One of the best features of Zoho Creator is its ability to automate workflows. It saves us so much time and effort. For example, when a new animal comes into our care, we can easily assign it to a volunteer and automatically generate a task list for them. This ensures that nothing falls through the cracks and everyone knows what needs to be done.

With Zoho Creator, we can also track the progress of each animal, from their medical treatments to their training sessions. This helps us provide the best care possible and ensures that every animal gets the attention they need.

Another great aspect of Zoho Creator is its reporting capabilities. We can now generate detailed reports with just a few clicks, giving us insights into our operations and helping us make informed decisions.

Overall, Zoho Creator has revolutionized the way we run our rescue organization. It has simplified our processes, saved us time and effort, and allowed us to focus on what really matters – rescuing and finding loving homes for animals in need.

If you’re involved in animal rescue, I highly recommend giving Zoho Creator a try. It’s a game-changer that will make your life so much easier. You won’t regret it!

A Texas Rescue Organization Simplifies Operations with Zoho Creator

When I think of success, I can’t help but think about Golden Retriever Rescue of North Texas. Can you believe that they started out rescuing just 15 dogs, and now, after over 20 years, they help more than 100 furry friends? It’s truly incredible! I think a big part of their success is thanks to their dedicated volunteers. These amazing people work tirelessly to make a difference in the lives of these lovable pups.

But what exactly does Golden Retriever Rescue of North Texas do?

In 1997, I became part of Golden Retriever Rescue of North Texas (GRRNT) as the medical coordinator. Our mission was simple – we wanted to rescue golden retrievers in need in the North Texas area, provide them with care, and find them permanent homes filled with love. Additionally, we made it our goal to educate the public about responsible pet ownership and the wonderful qualities of the golden retriever breed. Our primary focus was on cities in North Texas and the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.

Now, let me tell you something interesting about our organization. We are entirely run by volunteers like me. We don’t have any paid employees. We don’t have a shelter or kennel either. Instead, we rely on the kindness and generosity of foster homes provided by dedicated volunteers. These foster homes lovingly care for our dogs until they find their forever families.

GRRNT’s foster families take care of the dogs as if they were their own until they find permanent homes. Many of these dogs have been mistreated, left behind, or ignored. Foster families give their foster dogs good food, toys, basic training, stability, and most importantly, love.

The love they give is a big part of the therapy the dog needs to adjust well to its new forever home, says Qualls.
GRRNT takes care of all the medical costs for the foster dogs. In fact, more than 90% of their budget goes directly to the dogs for their veterinary expenses.

The hard work and countless hours put in by our volunteers have been the key to GRRNT’s growth and success since 1997, says Qualls.

What is GRRNT’s area of expertise?

When it comes to adopting a golden retriever, GRRNT believes that it’s a lifelong commitment to treat them like a cherished family member, I say. And that’s a belief we make sure to share with everyone. Golden retrievers, despite their loving and gentle nature, have a deep need for attention. This need is often even stronger in rescued dogs.

Every now and then, GRRNT comes across a golden retriever that veterinarians consider unadoptable due to a medical condition. These are the dogs that become part of our permanent foster program. Most of them are older golden retrievers, but sometimes we also take in younger pups who have serious health problems like cancer or severe heart murmurs. These special dogs stay with their foster families in the comfort of their loving homes, receiving medical care from GRRNT, until they pass away.

How did our organization get started?

In December 1996, I joined a small group of passionate people who wanted to start a new rescue group for dogs. We wanted to create an organization that wasn’t affiliated with any other group and could make its own decisions. This is how Golden Retriever Rescue of North Texas (GRRNT) came to be.

Our main goals were clear: we wanted to have transparency and democracy within our organization. This meant that we regularly changed our leaders through open meetings and democratic votes by all members. We also wanted to keep all our records open for anyone to inspect.

Another important aspect for us was the well-being of the dogs we rescued. We wanted to make sure they were as comfortable as possible while they waited for their forever homes. Instead of keeping them in kennels, we placed them in foster homes where they could receive love and care.

We also wanted to approach cases of alleged aggression in a fair and thorough manner. We decided that we wouldn’t have a policy that automatically required euthanasia for dogs who were reported to be aggressive towards humans. Instead, we believed in conducting further evaluation and investigation before making any decisions.

After a few months of hard work and dedication, GRRNT was officially incorporated in July 1997. Throughout the year, we took in seven dogs and provided them with the care they needed. In May 1998, our organization gained recognition from the IRS as a tax-exempt charitable organization.

Our journey was just beginning, but we were proud of what we had accomplished so far. We knew that with our passion and dedication, we could make a difference in the lives of many Golden Retrievers and find them loving homes.

I’ve been really lucky with GRRNT. When we started in 1998, there were only 15 of us. Now, we’ve grown to over 100 members. It’s amazing to see how we’ve expanded over the years.

One thing that’s been a huge help is the support we get from veterinarians in the North Texas area. They offer GRRNT discounts for the care of our rescue dogs. It’s great to have their support.

So, let me tell you about the Zoho products we use. We’ve built these adoption and foster apps using Zoho Creator. These apps help us keep track of all the applicants, fosters, and rescue dogs. It’s nice to have everything in one place.

Using Zoho tools has been a big win for us. With Zoho Creator, we’ve been able to digitize our operations. It’s made things so much easier. We can record and track all our data in one place. It’s been a game-changer for us.

Tackling Challenges with Zoho Products

When my organization, Golden Retriever Rescue of North Texas, was faced with the constant influx of applications and emails, we knew we needed a solution to save time and streamline our processes. That’s when we discovered Zoho Creator.

The manual review and response system was taking up so much of our time. With around 1,000 applications every year, it was becoming nearly impossible to keep up with the flood of emails and applications from potential adopters. We needed to find a better way to handle the workload.

Future Plans for GRRNT

Thanks to Zoho Creator, we’ve been able to improve our efficiency and save valuable time. But our plans don’t stop there. We’re excited to continue using Zoho products to further streamline our processes.

Currently, we’re working on building a volunteer app with Zoho Creator. This app will help us simplify the entire volunteer registration process, making it even more efficient and effective.