SAVE A STRAY Information

Save A Stray is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to the rescue and rehoming of homeless cats and dogs. We also have a very strong commitment to reducing the pet overpopulation through support of low cost spay/neuter initiatives and altering each pet who comes through our doors. It is each and every volunteer's personal goal to insure that every stray cat or dog we come in contact with has a better life as a result of that contact. All of our "rescues" or homeless pets are vet checked, treated for any existing conditions (which can vary from a simple de-fleaing to injuries due neglect, abuse or an unfortunate encounter with an automobile). All of our pets are spayed or neutered, checked for heartworm and brought up to date on shots. Our cats are tested for FIV/FLV and our dogs are micro-chipped and petmeds. Many of our volunteers are "foster parents". That is, they take these stray animals into their homes and care for them. For many it may be a simple adjustment, just an animal in need of food, a warm place to sleep and the love of a person. For others it may involve potty training or addressing behavioral issues that likely stem from abuse or neglect. Our volunteers work with the cats and dogs to teach them to trust and become a member of the family...some are more challenging than others. However it is our belief that each of these animals deserves this chance. They didn't ask to be a forgotten Christmas present, they didn't ask to be the unwanted litter, left to fend for themselves. They didn't ask to be brought home from the pet store or breeder to an abusive or neglectful home. They are, at their core, warm and loving creatures whose desire is to please us. It is unfortunate that we have to rescue them in order for them to ultimately rescue us. If you have ever been touched by the site of a stray, cold, ratty-looking dog on the side of the road, looking lost or dodging traffic; if you're simply tired of seeing so many of these beautiful creatures killed on the side of the road, or euthanized in a shelter; then maybe you'd considering being a volunteer or supporting a non-profit rescue program. Please, visit our " What Can I Do? page to see how you can help. You might be surprised how little it takes to make a difference.