activities · 6
what they do
direct service · 4
- Animal Adoption Services Dog Adoption FacilitationFacilitates the adoption of rescued cats and dogs by matching them with prospective families through a detailed process. Provides post-adoption support for behavioral and health concerns and accepts adopted animals back if needed, while also producing video clips to showcase adoptable animals.
- Animal Care and Socialization Animal Care and Socialization ServicesProvides daily care for animals, including cleaning, feeding, and yard maintenance, along with socialization and basic training to prepare them for adoption. Offers foster care opportunities for animals.
- Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation Rescue and Rehabilitation of At-Risk DogsRescues dogs and cats, including pregnant animals and newborn litters, from various precarious situations such as streets, county shelters, and harsh environmental conditions. Provides comprehensive care, rehabilitation, emergency veterinary services, and surgical repairs for animals suffering from abandonment, neglect, abuse, illness, or injury.
- Home Security Checks Foster Care and Adoption ServicesConducts home security checks for potential adopters, providing training for this service.
capacity building · 2
- Fundraising and Support Activities Animal Welfare Fundraising & Adoption EventsOrganizes fundraising and special events, collects and recycles aluminum cans to help cover food and spay/neuter costs for feral cats, and provides pet transport services.
- Volunteer Program for Youth Volunteer Recruitment and OrientationEngages teens aged 13 and 14 in volunteering activities, requiring adult guardian accompaniment and completion of an orientation.
strategies · 8
how they think
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- Best-Fit Adoption Matching best-fit adoption matchingAnimals are matched to adoptive homes based on compatibility with the family's lifestyle and home environment to ensure long-term placement success and animal well-being.
- Digital Media Outreach for Adoption Promotion digital_media_outreachUses video content and YouTube to showcase adoptable animals and engage supporters, increasing visibility and connection with potential adopters.
- Environmentally Conscious Operations environmentally_conscious_operationsPrioritizes the use of sustainable, biodegradable, environmentally friendly, and cruelty-free supplies in daily shelter operations to reduce environmental impact.
- No-Kill Shelter Model no-kill shelterOperates as a private no-kill animal rescue and shelter, committing to the care and rehabilitation of animals without euthanasia as a population control measure.
- Positive Reinforcement Socialization positive_reinforcement_socializationUses consistent interaction and specific treats to socialize shy or fearful cats, improving their behavior and adoptability.
- Structured Adoption Screening Process structured adoption screeningA formal adoption process—including questionnaires, home visits, meet-and-greets, adoption agreements, and specific home safety requirements—is used to screen adopters and ensure safe, suitable placements.
- Two-for-One Adoption Capacity Model two_for_one_adoption_modelEach cat adoption frees up space and resources to rescue another cat, creating a sustainable cycle of rescue and adoption.
- Volunteer-Driven Support Model volunteer_engagementRelies on volunteers to support animal care, socialization, walking, and participation in adoption events, extending operational capacity and animal engagement.
named programs · 2
what they call their work
Adoption Program
Facilitates the adoption of rescued dogs after a detailed matching process to ensure compatibility with prospective families; includes behavioral assessments and medical rehabilitation
Bonded Pair Adoption
Encourages adoption of bonded dog pairs such as Bella and Buddy or Annie and Henry to maintain emotional stability and companionship
relationships · 7
who they work with
- Adoptapet.com Partner — Partnered with for pet adoption services.
- AmazonSmile Partner — Receives a portion of eligible purchases when supporters shop through AmazonSmile.
- Kuranda Partner — Participates in a donation program for Kuranda cat trees and dog beds.
- MCACC Partner — Rescues dogs from the county shelter.
- Petfinder.com Partner — Partnered with for pet adoption services.
- WoofTrax Partner — Partners with WoofTrax, an app that allows users to earn donations for ABC by walking.
- YouTube Partner — Platform used to host and distribute videos of adoptable animals.