Providing a permanent location for pets was an idea born of necessity. It is estimated that 500,000 pets end up in shelters or are euthanized every year because there was no plan in place for their care after something happened to their human companion. Many people believe that family or friends will take their pet in these situations, but that is often not the case. Planning in advance gives human companions peace of mind, knowing that their pet will be cared for in a permanent location. Forever Home can also be used as a backup plan in case the caregiver you designate is unable to care for your pet at the time care is needed.

The pets that are taken into our Forever Home Pet Trust Program are cared for on a separate property next to the shelter property and their human companion has the option for the pet to reside there permanently or be adopted by another family. If re-homing is your choice, the pet will reside with us in a home-like environment until an appropriate adopter is found. Staff will reside on the property to assure that your pet has companions and care, just like in your own home. We are currently in the planning stages of the building on the new property, and we estimate that they will be completed in late 2024. In the meantime, we will have transitional housing for any pets that have an immediate need.