activities · 18
what they do
direct service · 18
- Animal Shelter and Adoption Services Dog Adoption FacilitationOperates a no-kill animal shelter in Show Low, AZ, providing shelter and adoption services for stray and owner-surrendered pets, including medical care and facilitating adoptions for kittens, puppies, cats, and dogs. The shelter holds stray animals for 3 to 5 days and works to place each animal in a suitable home, maintaining a 96% save rate.
- City of Show Low Animal Control Services Dog Adoption FacilitationProvides sheltering services for the City of Show Low Animal Control, receiving stray pets found within city limits and collecting impoundment fees, including those mandated by Arizona State Law for unspayed/unneutered animals.
- Facilitate pet adoptions Dog Adoption FacilitationProvides adoption services for kittens, puppies, cats, and dogs, with adoption fees varying by age and breed—ranging from $50 for senior cats to $150 for puppies and purebreds.
- Operate no-kill animal shelter Dog Adoption FacilitationOperates a no-kill animal shelter in Show Low, AZ at 1321 N. 16th Street, providing shelter for stray animals found within city limits and accepting owner-surrendered pets when space is available. The shelter maintains a 96% save rate and holds strays for 3 to 5 days depending on identification status.
- Operate no-kill animal shelter in Show Low, AZ Dog Adoption FacilitationOperates a no-kill animal shelter at 1321 N. 16th Street, Show Low, AZ, providing shelter for stray animals found within city limits, holding them for 3 to 5 days depending on identification, and offering sheltering services under contract with the City of Show Low Animal Control since October 2012. The shelter has a 96% save rate and is open Monday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00–5:00 p.m.
- Operate pet food pantry Pet Food Bank and Pantry ServicesRuns a pet food pantry open on the first Monday of every month from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. to support pet owners in need.
- Operate spay/neuter clinic Low-Cost and Emergency Veterinary CareRuns a spay/neuter clinic in Show Low, AZ, offering affordable surgeries for dogs and cats by appointment three days per week (7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). The clinic currently performs approximately 2,500 spay/neuter surgeries annually and prioritizes assistance for unaltered animals and those with accidental litters.
- Pet Food Pantry Pet Food Bank and Pantry ServicesOperates a pet food pantry on the first Monday of every month from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Pet Rehoming Resources Dog Adoption FacilitationProvides a list of resources to support individuals rehoming pets independently.
- Process donation refunds Refund Processing for Donations and RegistrationsOffers donation refunds using the original method of payment.
- Process donation refunds Refund Processing for Donations and RegistrationsOffers refunds for donations using the original method of payment.
- Provide animal adoption servicesFacilitates adoptions of dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens with fees ranging from $50 for senior cats to $150 for puppies and purebreds. Accepts owner-surrendered pets when space is available, subject to surrender fees.
- Provide pet food pantry Pet Food Bank and Pantry ServicesOperates a pet food pantry on the first Monday of each month from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., providing food support for pet owners in need, including those managing accidental litters.
- Provide spay/neuter clinic services Low-Cost and Emergency Veterinary CareOperates a spay/neuter clinic in Show Low, AZ that provides affordable surgeries for dogs and cats, performing approximately 2,500 procedures annually. Services are offered by appointment three days per week from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with priority given to animals not already spayed or neutered and those with accidental litters.
- Provide veterinary and medical care assistance Low-Cost and Emergency Veterinary CareOffers medical care for pets, including veterinary services for pet owners who cannot afford them, and supports individuals with accidental litters by providing food for litters and assisting with spaying the mother.
- Provide veterinary and medical care for pets Low-Cost and Emergency Veterinary CareOffers medical and veterinary care for animals in shelter and provides services to pet owners who cannot afford them.
- Spay/Neuter Clinic Services Low-Cost and Emergency Veterinary CareOperates a spay/neuter clinic in Show Low, AZ, providing affordable spay/neuter surgeries for dogs and cats by appointment three days per week. The clinic performs approximately 2,500 spay/neuter procedures annually and prioritizes assistance for individuals with unspayed/unneutered animals or accidental litters.
- Support independent pet rehoming Dog Adoption FacilitationProvides a list of resources to help individuals rehome pets on their own.
strategies · 19
how they think
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- Address root causes of pet overpopulation root-cause interventionTargets the underlying drivers of pet overpopulation—uncontrolled breeding and lack of access to preventive care—through integrated spay/neuter services and requirements for pet food assistance recipients, aiming to reduce shelter intake and euthanasia long-term.
- Addressing pet overpopulation through root-cause intervention root-cause interventionThe organization addresses pet overpopulation by targeting the root causes of unwanted animals and uncontrolled breeding, primarily through non-lethal means such as spay/neuter services.
- Advocacy for adoption and responsible pet ownership advocacyPromotes pet adoption over commercial breeding and provides education on pet care and behavior, aiming to shift community norms toward more sustainable and ethical pet ownership.
- Advocacy for pet adoption advocacyThe organization promotes pet adoption as a preferred alternative to purchasing animals from breeders or pet stores.
- Appointment-based service delivery appointment_based_serviceThe organization delivers spay/neuter services through an appointment-based model to efficiently manage client flow and service delivery.
- Community-engaged lost pet recovery community-engaged pet recoveryUses social media, physical outreach like flyers, and microchip identification to activate community networks in reuniting lost pets with owners, increasing recovery rates through broad public participation.
- Community-engaged pet recovery community-engaged pet recoveryThe organization encourages the use of social media platforms, community networks, and physical outreach methods like flyers to reunite lost pets with their owners.
- Empower owner-led pet rehoming and recovery owner-assisted rehomingEnables pet owners to rehome or recover lost pets independently by directing them to online platforms, community networks, and local resources, reducing shelter reliance and increasing successful reunifications.
- Integrate identification and medical services for animal welfare integrated_animal_welfareCombines spay/neuter operations with microchip-based identification systems and shelter services to create a coordinated model that improves pet retention, reduces stray intake, and increases recovery of lost animals.
- Integrated animal welfare service delivery integrated_animal_welfareCombines shelter operations with on-site spay/neuter services to create a coordinated system that addresses both immediate housing needs and long-term population control, increasing efficiency and impact.
- Integrated animal welfare services integrated_animal_welfareThe organization combines animal shelter operations with an on-site spay/neuter clinic to provide comprehensive and integrated animal welfare services.
- Microchip-based pet identification and return microchip-based identification systemThe organization promotes microchip scanning through veterinary and animal facilities as a reliable method to identify and return lost pets to their owners.
- Owner-assisted pet rehoming owner-assisted rehomingThe organization supports pet owners in rehoming their pets by directing them to online tools, local resources, and providing guidance, especially when shelters are at capacity.
- Owner-assisted rehoming with community and digital tools owner-assisted rehomingEmpowers pet owners to rehome pets independently by connecting them to online platforms and local resources, reducing shelter burden while maintaining owner involvement.
- Pet retention through conditional food assistance pet retentionProvides temporary pet food aid to low-income families on the condition that pets are spayed/neutered, preventing surrenders due to financial hardship while advancing population control goals.
- Root-cause intervention for pet overpopulation root-cause interventionTargets the underlying causes of pet overpopulation—uncontrolled breeding and lack of access to preventive care—through spay/neuter programs and conditional support, aiming to reduce shelter intake and euthanasia long-term.
- Structured access to spay/neuter services appointment_based_serviceManages demand and ensures quality service delivery by using an appointment-based system for spay/neuter procedures, improving operational efficiency and client experience.
- Support pet retention through conditional food assistance pet retentionProvides temporary pet food aid to low-income individuals on the condition that pets are spayed/neutered or scheduled for surgery, preventing surrenders due to financial hardship while advancing population control goals.
- Temporary pet food assistance for pet retention pet retentionThe organization provides temporary or emergency pet food assistance to individuals experiencing financial hardship, with an income-based qualification and a spay/neuter requirement, to help families keep their pets.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Animal Shelter
Operates a no-kill shelter for lost and abandoned pets in Show Low, Arizona.
Pet Food Pantry
Offers temporary pet food assistance to families in need, open the first Monday of every month.
Spay and Neuter Services
Provides affordable spay and neuter services for dogs and cats to help reduce pet overpopulation.
relationships · 31
who they work with
- ABS Plumbing Partner — Listed as a supporter/partner.
- Adopt a Pet Partner — Lists available pets on the national website Adopt a Pet and suggests it for self-rehoming.
- Adopt a Pet Partner — Suggests using the national website Adopt a Pet for rehoming animals.
- Aero Products Partner — Listed as a supporter/partner.
- All-Star Auto Body Partner — Listed as a supporter/partner.
- Alpha Oxy-Med Partner — Listed as a supporter/partner.
- Cambric Homes Partner — Listed as a supporter/partner.
- City of Show Low Government — Collects a $20 fee for impounded stray animals on behalf of the City of Show Low.
- City of Show Low Partner — Began working with to operate its Animal Control Shelter in October 2012.
- City of Show Low Animal Control Partner — Continues to partner with.
- City of Show Low Animal Control Partner — Provides sheltering services for the City of Show Low Animal Control.
- Clearview Lending Partner — Listed as a supporter/partner.
- DR Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Partner — Listed as a supporter/partner.
- Demers Glass Partner — Listed as a supporter/partner.
- Guidestar Partner — Shares shelter statistics on the Guidestar website.
- Hill's Food, Shelter & Love Partner — Listed as a supporter/partner.
- Law Offices of Brendon R. Rogers Partner — Listed as a supporter/partner.
- Lost and Found Pets of the White Mountains Partner — Collaborates with the Facebook group to post and monitor lost and found pet reports.
- Nicole Van Den Bosch Partner — Listed as a supporter/partner.
- Northland Pioneer College Partner — Dr. Kurry Klingel, a board member, teaches business courses at the college.
- Petco Love Lost Partner — Directs pet owners to use Petco Love Lost, a national database, to post lost pets and increase recovery chances.
- Rehome.adoptapet.com Partner — Partner website used to help rehome pets, linked through a badge on the organization's site.
- Shelter Animals Count Partner — Shares shelter statistics on the Shelter Animals Count website.
- Show Low Chamber of Commerce Partner — Sean McDermott, President of the Board, supports the Chamber.
- Snowflake/Taylor Chamber of Commerce Partner — Dr. Kurry Klingel, a board member, serves on the board of the Chamber.
- Snowflake–Taylor Chamber of Commerce Partner — Sean McDermott, President of the Board, supports the Chamber.
- State Farm Insurance-Trevor Tinkle Agency Partner — Listed as a supporter/partner.
- The House Partner — Listed as a supporter/partner.
- caring volunteers Partner — Volunteers who contribute time and effort to support shelter and clinic operations
- dedicated staff Partner — Staff members who support the organization's programs
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