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CARING FOR CANINES INC

Phoenix, AZ · EIN 352213299 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE D20 · Animal-Related · Micro (<$100K) · caringforcanines.org
revenue
$3K
expenses
$5K
net assets
$1K
employees
0
volunteers
12
program ratio
100%
mission · from form 990

TO RESCUE DOGS THAT ARE UNWANTED, HELPLESS, OVERLOOKED OR TURNED AWAY BECAUSE OF THEIR BREED, COLOR, NATIONALITY OR AGE

profile · synthesized from sources

Caring for Canines is a no-kill animal rescue organization dedicated to saving dogs that are unwanted, helpless, or overlooked due to breed, color, or age. They provide medical care, behavioral training, and facilitate adoptions, while also advocating for spay/neuter and educating the public on pet overpopulation. The organization operates in Phoenix, Arizona, and internationally, particularly in Mexico.

named programs · 6 · from sources

what they call their work

Adoption Program
Facilitating the adoption of rescued dogs, including pre- and post-adoption support, vet checks, spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchipping, and free pet insurance.
Behavioral Training and Assessment
Providing individualized attention, monitoring, and training for dogs prior to adoption, including crate-training, housebreaking, and leash-training, and offering resources for dog trainers.
Dog Rescue
Rescuing dogs that are unwanted, helpless, overlooked, or turned away due to breed, color, nationality, or age from shelters and streets, including international rescues.
Foster Care Program
Providing temporary in-home care for rescued dogs, including pregnant mothers, abandoned animals, older dogs, and those recovering from surgery.
Public Education and Awareness
Educating the public on the importance of spay/neuter, the pet overpopulation problem, and proper animal care, including working with schools in Mexico.
Spay/Neuter and Vaccination Clinics
Advocating for and providing access to low-cost spay/neuter and vaccination services to address pet overpopulation, particularly in impoverished regions like Mexico.
activities · 6 groups

what they do

  • Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Services 4 activities
    • International Wellness and Spay/Neuter Clinics
      Conducts wellness and spay/neuter clinics in impoverished regions of Mexico, making repeated trips to cities like Puerto Penasco in collaboration with local authorities, and transports animals from danger to rescue.
    • International Wellness and Spay/Neuter Clinics
      Conducts wellness and spay/neuter clinics in impoverished regions of Mexico, making repeated trips to cities like Puerto Penasco in collaboration with local authorities, and transports animals from danger to rescue.
    • Veterinary Care and Support for Adopted Dogs
      Provides comprehensive veterinary care for all adopted dogs, including spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations, veterinary checks, and microchipping. Adopters also receive a free vet exam and 30-day health insurance covering shelter-related illnesses up to $750 with a $75 deductible, along with resources for recommended veterinarians and trainers.
    • Veterinary Care and Support for Adopted Dogs
      Provides comprehensive veterinary care for all adopted dogs, including spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations, vet checks, and microchipping. Adopters also receive a free vet exam and 30-day health insurance covering shelter-related illnesses up to $750 with a $75 deductible, along with resources for recommended veterinarians and trainers.
  • Animal Care & Safety Education 2 activities
    • Animal Care Education
      Partners with schools to educate children on proper animal care and how to respond to injured or sick animals.
    • Animal Care Education for Children
      Partners with schools to educate children on proper animal care and how to respond to injured or sick animals.
  • Animal Rescue Fundraising Events & Merchandise 2 activities
    • Community Adoption Events
      Participates in PACC911 adoption events in various communities throughout the year to facilitate dog adoptions, attending three such events annually.
    • Community Adoption Events
      Participates in PACC911 adoption events in various communities throughout the year to facilitate dog adoptions, attending three such events annually.
  • Animal Shelter Data Reporting & Community Collaboration 1 activity
    • Animal Shelter Data Tracking Support
      Participates in the Shelter Count through PACC911 to support animal shelter data tracking.
  • Dog Foster Care & Adoption 1 activity
    • Dog Rescue and Adoption
      Rescues dogs from kill-shelters and homeless situations, prioritizing rapid rehoming. The organization saves thousands of animal lives each year through fostering and adoption, including monitoring dogs 24/7 to assess health and behavior before adoption.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Animal Shelter Data Tracking Advocacy
      Participates in the Shelter Count through PACC911 to support animal shelter data tracking.
    • Dog Rescue and Adoption
      Rescues dogs from kill-shelters and homeless situations, prioritizing rapid rehoming. The organization saves thousands of animal lives each year through fostering and adoption, including monitoring dogs 24/7 to assess health and behavior before adoption.
    • Foster Program Support
      Provides food and medications to in-home foster caregivers for rescued animals.
    • Support for Foster Caregivers
      Provides food and medications to in-home foster caregivers for rescued animals.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$3K
Contributions & grants$3K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$5K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$1K
Cash$1K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$1K
Liquid reserves2.7 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -13.0%
relationships · 20

who they work with

  • AKOS Web Marketing Partner — Community partner supporting Caring for Canines through animal rescue advocacy and services.
  • ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation Partner — Community partner supporting Caring for Canines through nonprofit resources and innovation.
  • Altered Tails Partner — Partner organization providing low-cost spay/neuter and vaccination services referred to adopters.
  • Arizona Humane Society Partner — Partner organization providing low-cost spay/neuter and vaccination services referred to adopters.
  • Baarson Studio Partner — Community partner supporting Caring for Canines through creative services and advocacy.
  • Bradcree Catering Partner — Community partner supporting Caring for Canines through event services and animal rescue advocacy.
  • Co-HOOTS Partner — Community partner supporting Caring for Canines through shared advocacy and services.
  • Fenix Group Partner — Community partner supporting Caring for Canines through business services and animal rescue support.
  • Fry’s Community Rewards Partner — Community partner enabling fundraising through the Fry’s Community Rewards program.
  • Local First Arizona Partner — Community partner supporting Caring for Canines through local business network engagement.
  • Mexico partner organizations Partner — Collaborates with local organizations in Mexico to conduct wellness and spay/neuter clinics and transport animals to safety.
  • North Phoenix Spay and Neuter Clinic Partner — Partner organization providing low-cost spay/neuter and vaccination services referred to adopters.
  • PACC911 Partner — Collaborates on adoption events and receives animal medical funding support through PACC911's Lulu’s Funds.
  • PACC911 Partner — Participates in joint adoption events to facilitate dog adoptions in the community.
  • Petsmart Charities Partner — Recognized as a supporting organization through public acknowledgment on the website.
  • The O’Malley Group Partner — Community partner supporting Caring for Canines through advocacy and services.
  • Timothy T. Day Foundation Partner — Associated with Lulu’s Funds, which provides life-saving medical funds for animals supported by Caring for Canines.
  • animal rights and rescue organizations Partner — Collaborates with animal rights and rescue organizations to advance the mission of ending pet homelessness.
  • local authorities in Puerto Penasco Partner — Works with local authorities to deliver low-cost wellness and spay/neuter services.
  • schools in Mexico Partner — Partners with schools to deliver animal care education to children.