Saving pets. Enriching lives.

We love pets, but they aren’t the best arbiters for their own cause. Don’t worry, they’re not offended by that. They give us endless love, compassion, loyalty, and cuddles. It’s our end of the bargain to give them food, shelter, protection, and endless tummy rubs. That’s why it’s our mission to put pets in homes and keep them there– because all pets are meant to be with good people.

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Councilmember Blumenfield and Michelson Found Animals Announce $1.3 Million Public-Private Partnership to Expand Mobile Vet Care and Reduce Shelter Intake

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