About Our Work

Dogs and cats running away from fireworks (July 4th weekend is the busiest time at shelter across the nation)

Unsecured backyards

Not neutered/spayed pets or feral cats

These cats suffer through starvation, disease, injuries, and harsh weather exposure. They also become targets for animal abusers.

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Cruel or neglect

New Pet Not a Match for Specific Family no fault of their own

Allergies, getting along with existing pets, too active

Behavioral problems

Accommodating age and disability

Raising cost of vets care which causes more owners to give up their pets.

Ways animals are brought in: hoarding cases, natural disasters (like Texas animals after flooding), medical testing (beagles)

Lack of time

Breed restrictions by landlords/apartments that cause pit bull terriers to go unadopted

Hard to meet requirements that are there to protect the animals but also create barriers for good pet owners. self-impose arbitrary barriers to outcomes like home visits, vet checks, and landlord checks for adoption. 

Funding holds due to government budgets

Difficult economy, awareness

Difficult to Reunite Lost Animals (without microchips or with out of date microchip information)

Shelters suffer from a lack of trained staff and volunteers, resulting in long hours, high stress, and burnout for the remaining workers.

Underfunding and staffing issues can lead to overcrowded or unsanitary living conditions for animals and spreading illness.

Go to where the people are! Donation events.

Having trouble find a vet? You are not alone!

There is a national shortage of veterinarians.

Lack of Wildlife Rescues for Specific Animals

No place for wild bunnies that are orphaned or injured.