Animal Shelter of the Week

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Animal Shelter of the Week: Episode 17 - Allen County SPCA in Indiana May 16, 2019

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Allen County SPCA places thousands of dogs and cats into forever homes each year & offer a number of programs that benefit the animals in their care and for the pet lovers of Fort Wayne, IN. One of their programs is Pet Promises which focuses on keeping pets with the people who love them. Listen in and learn more and see how you can support them today!

Animal Shelter of the Week: Episode 16 - Franklin County Animal Rescue in Vermont May 09, 2019

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After a brief closure, Franklin County Animal Rescue reopened with the help of their amazing volunteers and are able to continue serving Franklin County and the animals they all love. Though still going through some financial hardships almost two years in, they keep moving forward, always striving to reconcile the overpopulation of cats with the community itself and find good, permanent homes for the animals that come into their care.

Animal Shelter of the Week: Episode 14 - Lake City Humane Society in Florida May 02, 2019

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Lake City Humane Society's vision is to become the leading animal advocate in Florida, by creating a community in which all animals are free from abuse, hunger, fear, loneliness, and to eliminate the need to euthanize dogs and cats as a means of population control. In addition to their vision, Lake City Humane Society strives to educate those in Florida about natural disasters and how to prepare a plan for pets when disaster strikes to ensure maximum safety.

Animal Shelter of the Week - Episode 13 - Somerset Regional Animal Shelter in New Jersey Apr 26, 2019

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Somerset Regional Animal Shelter goes above and beyond for the 1,500 animals per year that they take in, including cats, dogs, rabbits, and other animals. The shelter provides 24/7 animal control services to Bridgewater, Manville, and Green Brook New Jersey, as well as providing animal adoptions, trap- neuter-returns, and animal surrender services. In addition to those services, they also provide microchipping, behavior and training advice, and lost pet services.

Baltimore Animal Rescue & Care Shelter Apr 12, 2019

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The Baltimore Animal Rescue & Care Shelter, located in Baltimore City, Maryland is saving more than 90% of the animals brought to their shelter. That wasn't always the case, more than 10 years ago 98% of the animals in their care were being euthanized. That didn't happen overnight and neither would getting to over saving 90% of their animals. Listen in to hear about their amazing transformation and how they were able to engage their community to help save more animals. They pride themselves on always innovating and finding ways to not only help the animals but the community as well!

Fayette Regional Humane Society Apr 08, 2019

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Fayette Regional Humane Society is located in Washington Court House, OH. They were founded 40 years ago with just 1 part-time Humane Office to help the entire county. Since then, they've been able to grow their programs and not only help the companion animals but farm animals as well. They continue to focus on not only the animals but also the community and the people who live there. They've gone from neutering 10 cats per week to performing over 1,500 surgeries per year - now that's growth!

Fort Collins Cat Rescue Mar 30, 2019

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The Fort Collins Cat Rescue and Spay/Neuter Clinic has unique challenges as they serve both urban and rural communities. Sarah shares with us the history and growth of the organization starting with just 2 volunteers 12 years ago to now having a staff of over 35 people. They focus on not only helping the pets in their community but also the people with community focused programs, such as Community Cats, Pet Food Assistance, a Spay/Neuter Clinic and their latest program which is dedicated to Pet Behavior.

FURKIDS Mar 22, 2019

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The Furkids story began with one homeless mother cat and her kittens and a driving passion to do the right thing. Established by Samantha Shelton in 2002, they have rescued and altered more than 30,000 animals since opening their doors. Today, approximately 1000 animals are in their care. Sam shares with us how they started a successful transport program, the challenges that she sees in her community and what the future holds for them.

Central Missouri Humane Society Mar 07, 2019

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As the only open-door shelter in Boone County, they don't turn any animal away based on breed, age, health or temperament. They take in close to 3,500 animals each year and are incredibly proud to have a 97% placement rate for all animals entering our shelter! Even after 75 years, they are innovating and providing new programs for their community.

The Marshmallow Foundation Mar 01, 2019

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The Marshmallow Foundation is located in Detroit Lakes, MN and their main goal is to help educate the public about the benefits of spaying and neutering. Cassi shares with us the history of this amazing organization and the challenges they encounter in their community. Being surrounded and supported by the community is what they are most thankful for.

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