Ways to Help Your Local Shelter

Do you want to help shelter animals but you are not in the position to be able to adopt or donate money? Don’t worry, there are so many ways that you can help! Take the skills you have already mastered and volunteer them to your local animal rescue shelter. Below are some ideas that can help get you started!   Accountant: Help with adoption paperwork and balancing everyday expenses and fees. Carpenter: Help renovate shelters, build cat towers, and create new spaces for the animals. Like to sew? : Make t-shirt bedding and animal tents, or sew fabric toys for […] Read more »

Things to Remember When Transporting Animals

When you are volunteering or coordinating an animal rescue transport there are some important tips for you to know while transporting your furry friends. Sometimes things don’t go as planned Transporting pets or rescue animals is something that requires planning.  But the best laid plans often do not happen that way.  What happens when your transport gets cancelled?  What happens if there is an emergency mid-transport?  What is the weather like?  Any potential for illness or other complications?  Having a plan for these situations ahead of time allows you to be ready no matter what. Be prepared, not scared Now […] Read more »

Rescue Transport in 5 Easy Steps

Rescue transport may seem easy, but that’s not always the case. You never know what can happen or what surprises may arise so it is important to be prepared no matter what! 1) Do not assume anything If you are planning on transporting the animals in crates, be sure to ask how big the dogs are before you transport them. Since these are not your dogs, do not trust that they will behave as nicely as your dogs. They may refuse to go in the crate, they may be fearful of riding in the car, they may not accept you […] Read more »