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NOTICE/OP ED: ANIMAL WELFARE/RIGHTS: As is true in so many areas these days, the dog world has become increasingly political, with extremists representing both 'sides' of many issues. This is, especially, true in the area of animal rights, welfare, and legislation. There are those who would lead you to believe that any proposed legislation will end pet ownership, as we know it. And, conversely, there are those who believe that any pet ownership is akin to animal 'slavery'. My personal belief, is that, most Americans take a more moderate stance with regard to animal 'welfare'. It's been my experience that the majority of visitors to this site support spay/neuter, rescue & shelter objectives including adoption related activites, and responsible ownership, including education and training support for pet owners and potential owners. Additionally, they believe in the humane treatment of animals and that pet ownership can enrich the lives of, both, animal and owner. Please be sure to independently research and investigate any animal organization you consider becoming involved with or making a donation to. |
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Adoption/Rescue Networks & Directories For Special Needs and Disabled Pet Information and Adoption visit the DI Library: Special Needs and Geriatric Dogs Military Pets Foster Project @ NetPets.Org Find a great pet dog at the Dog Rescue Workers Adoption Page Fortunately, these caring folks are working hard to help these dogs in need of loving, permanent homes - Unfortunately, there are many pages of dogs in need. Dogs Needing Homes @ Yahoo! Groups People Needing Dogs @ Yahoo! Groups Pet Finder is an on-line, searchable database of animals that need homes. It is also a directory of the animal shelters and adoption organizations across the country (USA). Organizations maintain their own home pages and available pet database. Pet Finder was originally developed by a small group of people who volunteered their time and resources to promote and benefit the homeless pet population in the New Jersey area. In August, 1998, Pet Finder USA launched it's new, expanded website. This site represents the efforts of many volunteers, including organizers, Betsy and Jared Saul, to serve both shelter and rescue organizations as well as those looking for a companion. Searchable and browsable access is available, but the site's best features include the database and companion search capabilities, convenient arrangement and access options, and asthetically pleasing graphics. Member organizations can utilize the Pet Finder's database facilities to enter organization information as well as details about pets they have available for adoption. At my last visit, there were 120 member shelter & rescue organizations listed. Visit the "Shelter Sign-Up" page for more information and registration instructions. For those seeking a pet, there are several search options available including species, breed, and location. The Pet Wanted and Post-A-Pet databases which allow those seeking pets or those with pets seeking homes to post information which may be viewed and responded to by visitors. This feature is currently under development and a planned revision will include options for regional, expanded, and national searching. Shelter & Rescue volunteers and staff are strongly encouraged to visit the site and actively participate in utilizing it's services. Without the active participation of member organizations, this service will not reach it's maximum potential to assist homeless animals. And, if you are looking for a pet, please check out the listing of pets seeking new homes. Petfinder has also forged collaborative relationships with national organizations and businesses to promote and facilitate adoption. PetAdoptions.Org was created by volunteers at Technology Integrators, an Internet web hosting and consulting business, to help organizations save the lives of homeless pets by making it easier for potential owners to find available pets through the Internet. Their nationwide online database system allows all pet shelters, pet rescues and non-profit organizations to list and update pet information which is available to anyone on the Internet to browse. Potential pet owners can search or browse the site's listings of adoptable pets. The service is free. Pet shelters and rescue organizations can also sign up online.Their posted policy states, "We do not condone or support the sale of pets when there are so many needy loving animals looking for good homes. Therefore animal breeders or sellers are not permitted to use this site. In addition, all organizations that wish to participate in this web site will be screened prior to acceptance into this site."  - Find shelters and rescues in your area, adoptable pets, watch the Save A Pet Show, listen to the new theme song, and more. Pets911 presented by Animal Planet and others includes a searchable shelter/rescue database, a lost/found pet database, veterinarian and emergency information, and more.The Poop.Com website has an online, searchable database of Breed Rescue Groups and the Helping Paw section which lists dogs currently available for adoption, CUR runs, etc. To add your organization to the database, visit this page. This is a commercial website. Click here to read the complete review of the site. Per it's website, PuppyMillRescue.Com is an "Internet-based 501(c)3 Non-profit Organization created to locate, foster, and place in forever loving homes, purebred dogs trapped in our Nations PuppyMills". Site includes dogs available for adoption, articles, stories, links, poems, and more. SOS: Save Our Small Dogs is a service for rehoming small breed dogs, primarily, Yorkshire Terriers, Bichon Frises and Maltese. They are based in New Jersey, however, they also assist with rehoming needs in a region roughly from Massachusetts to Virginia. Directories AKC National Breed Club Rescue Network COMPREHENSIVE SHELTER & RESCUE LISTINGS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE : ASPCA National Shelter Directory or Find A Shelter Hugs for Homeless Animals Worldwide Shelter Directory. Also available at the site is information about the organization's Snuggles Project, the News Reporter, pet care information and more. Save-a-Pet On-line (N/A 3/14/2005) Kyler B. Laird |
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To Top Funding Directory of Grants/Funding Sources - Animals The ShelterFundraising group at Yahoo! Groups is designed to be an ongoing online forum on fundraising for animal shelters, rescues and other companion animal welfare organizations. Over 500 members. Est. 1/2000. Rescue & Welfare Related eMail Lists and Forums Hugs for Homeless Animals NEWSREPORTER Newsletter More dog-related email list information is available at Cindy Tittle Moore's RPD Website and at Francis' Doghouse's Newgroup & Discussion Info page, Caryn Shalita. Many dog-related email lists had also been started at the OneList.Com and eGroups websites which is now Yahoo! Groups. Topic areas include Rescue & Adoption; Dogs; Breeds; Location Specific and more. BE AWARE, however, that searching this site using the keyword 'dog'or 'dogs' may (and, probably, will) bring up some unexpected and, not so family friendly, results. DOG-RESCUE DOG RESCUE is an email list intended to be a resource for working dog rescue workers. It is not for individuals looking to adopt a pet. Please use the website listings for that information. The list's website contains many resources for rescue workers including forms, links and a section containing transcripts from online 'classes' held to help share information about a variety of rescue related topics, including: an Introduction to Rescue, Forms, Paperwork and Legal Questions, Legal Considerations in Rescue, Screening - Dogs and Adopters, Working with Shelters, Advertising, Promos and Fund Raising, Working with Puppy Mill Dogs, and Additional Topics. Pam Bishop and Pauline Marshall are the listowners. Visit the site for subscription information, list rules and more information. HUMANE WORLD Humane World is a community/portal/library/support network made available to animal shelters, rescue organizations and humane education organizations to assist them in their work to help the animals. Information, support services and networking facilities are among the resources available at the site. TRANSPORT LINKS AND LISTS Truck-N-Paws @ Yahoo! Groups Software PetWhere Software is shelter management software which is a product of the collaboration of PetNet's member organizations and foundation staff & volunteers. This software is MS Windows/FoxPro based and is provided free to non-profit animal shelters. Information about PetWhere may be received by calling 800-PETWHERE or by sending email to software-help@petnet.net |
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To Top Large Organizations & Comprehensive Websites ASPCA: The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals - " . . . is the oldest humane organization in the Western Hemisphere. It was founded by Henry Bergh, a diplomat in the U.S. delegation to Russia under President Lincoln, in 1866, and was modeled after England's Royal SPCA. Driven by Bergh's mission to "provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States," The ASPCA committed itself to alleviating pain, fear and suffering in all animals. In its first year, the organization managed to get the New York State Legislature to pass the country's first anti-cruelty law." Visit their website's "About the ASPCA" section to read more about the organization's history and it's programs. Topics include the Animal Planet program featuring ASPCA humane officers "Animal Precinct"; the organization's Animal Adoption partnership with PetFinder.Org; a Calendar of Events; the Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital (NYC); the National Animal Poison Control Center, which they acquired in 1996; their Legislative positions by state; Government Affairs & Advocacy; Pet Care Information; the AniMed Pet Care Hotline; Publications; education & training; including the National Shelter Outreach Program; etc. The AHA: American Humane Association's website features information about the organization which was founded in 1877 and is based in Englewood, Colorado. Sections include Animal Care Issues; Disaster Relief; Be Kind to Animals Week; and, more. The Animal League Defense Fund sponsors the Zero Tolerance for Cruelty Campaign and the Animal Cruelty Actionline. At their website you can learn more about the organization's purpose, read animal alerts, visit the library, links and more. Both ARK Online & the Doris Day Animal League (DDAL) have websites which deal with animal *welfare* as well as animal *rights* issues. At my visits to both, I have found interesting and educational materials available, at each. For example, the DDAL sponsors the annual Spay Day USA event and ARKOnline assisted in publicizing and coordinating activites to assist animals in trouble, such as "Nadas" the dog who had been given a death sentence for chasing livestock in Oregon, prior to being given clemency. Best Friends AnimalNET, an ezine for animal lovers, is produced by Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. Located about five miles north of Kanab in southern Utah, Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, is the "nation's largest sanctuary" for abused and abandoned companion and domestic animals." Visit the Dog Infomat review on the Comprehensive Gen'l Sites page of this site for further information. At Francis' Doghouse, Caryn Shalita, you will find Francis' Dog Rescue & Shelter Resource page and the Animal Action Page which features news, events & information related to rescue and welfare. A few of the sites more unique features are Francis' Life, My Universe & Everything, Fun with Francis, including his review of musical CDs, and Creatively Canine featuring Canine-Related Crafts, Art and Literature. The site also features a well-organized directory of web links in WebSniffs. Humane Society of the US (HSUS) Lauren Wood's Pet Adoption "Cyberquilt" is an animal rescue project. Each month an animal shelter or pet rescues that Lauren, or one or her colleagues, have visited and endorsed, is featured. Some of the animals available through these organizations are then profiled.  NSAL:
North Shore Animal League, founded in 1944, is a non-profit humane
society. Per their website, the League is ""dedicated to finding the best
possible home for each pet in its care -- even if the pet is blind, deaf
or otherwise handicapped. Three of 10 applications are turned down because
it does not meet the League's standards for a good home. In addition to
placing those homeless animals left in their care, NSAL helps local pounds
and other shelters by taking animals from their facilities and bringing
them to the League. In 1997, almost 30,000 animal orphans were adopted
from NSAL. The League's adoption center, veterinary hospital, emergency medical service, training center and other facilities based in Port Washington, NY, are open 365 days a
year."The People and Dogs Society (PADS) is a UK charity dedicated to promoting responsible dog ownership. Their programs include the Canine Advice Life Line (CALL) that gives free advice to anyone who calls with dog related problems or worries, a Speakers Service with volunteers who speak to interested groups about living with dogs; and, also publish a series of leaflets under the title "Code of Caring" that cover a variety of topics, especially of interest to first time dog owners. The Pet Savers Foundation sponsors several events including seminars, workshops, camps, etc. They also sponsor SPAY/USA which is a nationwide network of people working together to provide affordable spay/neuter programs and referral services. Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) is a volunteer nonprofit group that helps improve the quality of life for people with HIV in San Francisco. Read the "PAWS FAQ" for additional information about the organization's activities and check their calendar for upcoming events . Bob Christiansen's Save Our Strays focuses on Pet Overpopulation and other animal welfare issues. The site hosts a number of articles on Overpopulation, Adoption, Pet Ownership, Laws, etc. Many speaking to animal control and shelter management issues. Disaster/Emergency Services Also see the Dog Infomat Library, First Aid/Emergencies United Animal Nations: Emergency Animal Rescue Services, founded in 1987, is an animal advocacy organization. According to the site's "About" page, "Individually, we had been involved with saving baby whitecoat harp seals, rescuing the war dogs from being left behind in Vietnam and successful campaigns to outlaw steel-jaw leghold traps among many others. But we saw, too, that in a fast-paced, high-tech world it was no time for complacency." "Animals threatened by natural and man-made disaster had fallen through the cracks. No one was organized on a massive scale to rescue them. We set about to change that." Since that time, the organizations scope has grown to include supporting smaller organizations investigating abuse and cruelty, "LifeLine", a no-strings grant program for low or no income animal caregivers when their animal companions have a life threatening emergency, and more. The site hosts many informative articles, including: Puppy Mills/Neglect & Abuse Advocacy Pet-Abuse.Com is a non-profit organization that provides FREE online resources to empower animal welfare organizations and rescues to make informed decisions about adoption applicants by performing criminal background searches on potential volunteer and adoption candidates. The organization tracks, documents and reports criminal animal abuse and abusers. The information is provided in a searchable online database. Also available at the site is related information and links to additional resources. Dedicated to the memory of the founder, Jacki Hadra's, black cat, Magic, IMOM.ORG is a 501c3 organization whose mission is to "To better the lives of sick, injured and abused companion animals.", "To be "Voices for the Voiceless" campaigning and rallying against animal cruelty.; and, "To organize an annual nationwide "Voices for the Voiceless" rally for the purposes of uniting all animal welfare groups and organizations and to educate the public to the issues surrounding pet mills." Visit their website for more information about the organization's goals and activities. DogPak Rescue's Puppy Mill Page provides a central location for information related to those who would profit through the mass production of dogs. These despots frequently abuse and neglect their animals and sell them through Pet Shops and Brokers. Topics include: What is a Puppy Mill?; How to Stop a Puppy Mill; Please help stop the Puppy Mills; Missy's Story - The story of a Puppy Mill Survivor; USDA Animal Welfare Information Center Link; a Petition to make Animal Cruelty a Federal Felony Offense; and, more. Oklahoma's NoPuppyMills features information about what a puppy mill is, conditions, legislation, investigations, and more. USDA - APHIS Animal Care is responsible for assuring the provision of the Animal Welfare Act are followed by those facilities covered under the Act. See the Animal Welfare Information Center. The Animal Care Section contains resources and publications including Recent Issues and Reports, Violations, Facilities Lists, Regulations & Licensing Information, Animal Care, and more. Legislation/Legal Resources AnimalLaw.Com developed by the International Institute for Animal Law National Center for Animal Law AKC's Canine Legislation Pages (advocate for breeders and hobbyists) Council of Docked Breeds The Council of Docked Breeds (CDB) campaigns to "protect the future welfare of all traditionally docked breeds." The UK based non-profit monitors the progress of the Council of Europe's Convention for the Protection of Pet Animals. According to the site, "This Convention wishes to severely restrict canine breeding, so has serious implications for ALL dog breeds across Europe and beyond." (breeder advocate) DogWatch Their goals are to update, educate and inform people and dog owners, in North America and abroad, about proposed, current and pending canine legislation, with an emphasis on restrictive breed and/or type legislation. European Convention for the Protection of Pet Animals The National Animal Interest Alliance site includes legislative information, articles about issues important to those interested in the welfare of animals. The organization is dedicated to educating the public about the differences between Animal Welfare and Animal Rights. NAIA strongly supports animal welfare. The organization's mission is to " . . . promote a more abundant life for all the people of this planet through a wise and compassionate human relationship with animals and the environment.". Two ways they work to accomplish their mission are by "Devis(ing) and support(ing) reasonable solutions to animal welfare and environmental issues" and by "Counter(ing) the rhetoric of the animal rights movement." The National Animal Control Association "was formed in 1978 for the express purpose of assisting its members to perform their duties in a professional manner. Only carefully selected and properly trained animal control personnel can correct community problems resulting from irresponsible animal ownership. NACA's purpose is to preserve the Human/Animal Bond by insisting on RESPONSIBLE ANIMAL OWNERSHIP." Learn more about the organization and it's offerings, including a bimonthly magazine, annual conference, training academy, program evaluations, and more. NORAO's mission statement reads "N.O.R.A.O. was founded to give Responsible Hobby Breeders and Animal Owners a unified voice in educating the public about puppy mills and to pioneer the enforcing of existing animal laws to convict puppy mill violaters with stiff criminal sentencing". Their website includes News, Membership Information, Legislation, Links, etc. The NetVet's Veterinary & Animal Government and Law Resources page includes links to General, Veterinary & Animal and International sites related to laws, pending legislation and organizations with an interest in animal related legal issues. PA Federation of Dog Clubs whose purpose it is to " . . . monitor all State and Local legislation concerning dogs and dog owners; bring such legislation to the attention of the general public and member clubs; educate the general public concerning the enjoyment of dog activities and the importance of obtaining dogs from reputable sources; use all legal means to promote the general welfare of dogs and dog owners". The Responsible Pet Owners Alliance, a coalition of concerned pet owners and all species pet clubs developing programs to address animal related problems; monitoring legislation at all levels of government; publishing a quarterly newsletter to keep our members informed of threats to pet ownership; and administering the only all species Purebred Animal Rescue, Adoption and Education Program. The searchable Rutgers University Animal Rights Law Center is a resource for information related to, both, animal rights and animal welfare. Categories include Commentary and Essays, Bibliography, Cases & Materials, Handbooks, Statutes and Regulations, and more. The site covers a diverse range of topics such as Student Rights and Conscientious: Objection to Harming Animals; Hunting and Wildlife Contraception/Hunter Harassment; Animal Sacrifice; Animal Care Committees; Companion Animals in Rental Housing; Anti-Cruelty Statutes; Federal Animal Welfare Act and Regulations; and, more. The Shiloh Project, Fairfax County, VA, is "Dedicated to breaking the cycle of violence in children at-risk by instilling them with a sense of compassion, respect and responsibility toward animals and others through the training and caring for homeless dogs." The organization's Mission, Goals, Program Services, and information regarding their Training Sessions, is available at the site. Texas Humane Legislation Network, Austin TX, promotes the "humane treatment of animals through legislation, education and advocay". A list of bills they have supported in the past, that are now law, is posted at the site. Spay/Neuter & Overpopulation Based in Virginia, the Prevent A Litter Coalition is "Dedicated to ending pet overpopulation and promoting humane and responsible pet care". American Partnership for Pets Purchase Stamp Out Pet Overpopulation Stamps SpayUSA Doris Day Animal League sponsors the annual Spay Day USA Resources for Renters Articles Renter Guides Nationwide: By State: Webrings America's Most Unwanted Webring Homepage/List Sites Dogs and Cats With Special Needs Webring/List Sites Humane Society & Animal Welfare WebRing Homepage/List Sites Pet Rescue Webring/List Sites  OtherDogswalk - Against Cancer, in New York City, is an annual event to raise funds for the American Cancer Society's fight against cancer. The 2001 walk was held on May 6th. Walkers with or without a dog are welcome to participate. Visit the website for fundraising tips, registration information, past events and more. The People and Dogs Society (PADS) is a UK charity dedicated to promoting responsible dog ownership. Their programs include the Canine Advice Life Line (CALL) that gives free advice to anyone who calls with dog related problems or worries, a Speakers Service with volunteers who speak to interested groups about living with dogs; and, also publish a series of leaflets under the title "Code of Caring" that cover a variety of topics, especially of interest to first time dog owners. Nancy Despeaux's Pet Identification Website hosts loads of helpful information for pet owners on the topic of permanent pet identification methods, pet identification registries, missing pet resources, and more. Please e-mail me at The DogInfomat, if your ALL BREED shelter or humane society would like to be listed here (even if they do not have their own web site!). For shelters and rescues without web sites, please include full name of shelter/rescue, hours of operation, a brief description of services provided, shelter contact full name and title, street address, city, state, zip, phone number and email address (if available). If you are not the contact person listed, you must include your full name and email address with your submission. PLEASE do not use this email link for any other purpose than submitting rescue, shelter, or welfare information. I do not add links to regional or state/city, breed-specific, rescue organizations. Links to these resources are available from the various breed specific sites available in the BREEDS section of this website, and, centralized rescue directories and indexes can be found HERE. Unfortunately, I am not able to identify all of the tireless volunteers that make these websites available. And, while I have no reason to believe that any of these organizations are not exactly what they present themselves to be, please remember that, as with any businesses or organizations you deal with, it is important that you research their financial status and practices, prior to making a donation or, otherwise, dealing with them. |
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excellent education and support services. Additionally, these groups serve the needs of homeless animals everywhere with low cost spay/neuter programs, free or low cost care and training programs, community education, and more. These organizations have, also, been incubators for some of the most
innovative and successful programs to combat overpopulation, abuse/neglect, and other welfare issues. And, please consider adopting a dog --