| Welcome |
We are excited to share our programs and resources with our
community, all designed to benefit the pets (and their people) of Pinal County!
"Keeping pets and people together" is our focus. This reduces the flow of
animals into our shelters, thereby lowering
the euthanasia (kill) rate of shelter animals.
So, whether you find yourself in a difficult situation as a pet owner,
or with a stray you have found; or you are searching for a way to
become involved in being part of the solution -- we welcome you and
invite you to explore our site! We offer problem-solving information
and assistance, as well as opportunities to take action. |
| If You Need Help |
There are many reasons why
you may be thinking about giving up a pet to a shelter. Regardless of
the reason, we're not going to judge nor point fingers. We do, however,
believe that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment, and
that we, as humans, have a responsibility to provide an environment
that satisfies the physical and psychological needs of our pets --
throughout their lives, not just when it's convenient.
What we are going to do is help you keep
the promise you made to your pet . . . to love and care for them
forever! Scroll down to our "Programs" and "Resources" sections to get started. |
| If You'd Like to Help Us |
| As an all-volunteer,
nonprofit organization, we depend on the support of our local
community. The sidebar on the right shows the ways in which you
can help us continue to build, support, educate and save lives. |
| Why We're Here |
Pets In Need Action League was created to address one of
the most overlooked but critical areas essential for reducing the
killing of shelter pets in Pinal County -- keeping them out of our
shelters in the first place! Every pet that enters one of our shelters
means one less kennel, and the high probability of another lost life,
including the one that just arrived. Read more...
Pets In Need Action League was created
to address one of the most overlooked but critical areas essential for
reducing the killing of shelter pets in Pinal County -- keeping them
out of our shelters in the first place! Every pet that enters one of our shelters
means one less kennel, and the high probability of another lost life,
including the one that just arrived.
Animal shelters throughout Pinal County are constantly
filled with unwanted, abandoned or lost pets. They flow relentlessly
through the front door -- some oblivious; others unknowingly excited;
many confused. But, most with sad, lifeless eyes. A high percentage of
these pets are killed due to lack of space and/or resources. Each death
begins as a "failure":
- individuals who didn't keep the animal contained on
their property in a humane manner;
- didn't prevent the births of an unwanted litter(s);
- or won't sustain a lifetime commitment to the animal;
- a community whose values have not sufficiently
supported responsibility with and compassion toward animals; and,
- a shelter that has not implemented many of the
strategies available to them to decrease, or even end, killing of
healthy, adoptable pets.
In many cases, pet parents are faced with a
heart-breaking decision they never thought they would have to make --
due to a crisis, financial or otherwise. Giving up a pet for lack of
ability to care for it is a traumatic experience for both the family
AND the animal. But, regardless of the reason for shelter surrender of
a pet, we must be proactive and find solutions to expect change to
happen. So, we are enlisting you, the pet parents and supporting
community, as partners in our Mission -- as this WILL take a village.
Let's work together on the sources of the problem, rather than their
aftermath . . . and, we will make a difference! Thank you for your
compassion and making the extra effort to save lives.
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| Programs |
| Never Surrender |
| Are you thinking about
GIVING UP your pet to a shelter? |
Our Never Surrender
program is designed to keep pets out of our shelters by providing
alternatives to shelter surrender.
If you are a Pinal County resident, we may be able to
help you:
- keep your pet,
- rehome your pet or a pet you have found, or
- find temporary care for your pet
Learn
More about Never Surrender >
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| Canines with Class |
Now in its 8th year, our Canines with Class
team has visited over 6,300 3rd-grade students with its messages of
pet care and responsibility, compassion, and safety through an
interactive presentation that includes therapy dog teams.
Learn
More about Canines with Class >
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| Resources |
| Lost & Found /
Stray Pets |
| Follow the above link for lost and found resources. |
| Pet Care &
Behavioral Tips |
| Follow the above link for assistance with behavioral
problems. |
| Spay & Neuter |
| Follow the above link for spay and neuter discussion and
clinic information. |
| Community Cats and TNR |
| Follow the above link if your colony of outdoor cats is
getting bigger and BIGGER. |
| Pinal County Shelters /
Rescue Groups |
| Follow the above link for a listing of all local
entities. |
| Please Note |
We DO NOT take animals
from the public - nor do we rescue, shelter or provide adoption
functions.
These functions are best handled by the 100's of
existing rescue groups, the adoption facilities, and animal control
agencies in our surrounding communities. See our "Resources" above for
contact information for these organizations.
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