Ark-Valley Humane Society received a $30,000 grant for veterinary expenses from the Ray Foundation.
“This substantial grant funding from Ray Foundation will support Ark-Valley Humane Society in providing life-saving veterinary services to hundreds of dogs and cats this year,” said AVHS Executive Director, Amber Vanleuken. “We are excited to have this support so that we can continue to fight pet overpopulation through our spay and neuter efforts, while ensuring every animal in our care receives quality medical care, including vaccinations, diagnostics, medications, and surgeries, prior to finding loving homes through adoption.”
In 2022, 293 shelter animals were spayed or neutered in the shelter’s care. This included 71 feline spays, 105 feline neuters, 52 canine spays, and 65 canine neuters. In addition to this, 17 animals received specialized medical surgeries including dental extractions and mass removals.
Additionally, 231 community pets received spay or neuter surgeries at low to no cost to the owners. Ninety-two cats, 31 pit bull and pit bull mixes, and 8 other dog breeds belonging to low-income individuals were spayed or neutered. All of the pet owners were offered the option of having their pet receive a microchip and vaccinations at no additional cost to them. One hundred community cats went through our Trap-Neuter-Return program to help prevent unwanted litters being born to outdoor cats. All of these cats received appropriate vaccinations and a left ear tip (the universal sign for TNR).
About the Ark-Valley Humane Society
Founded in 1991, Ark-Valley Humane Society advocates for the welfare of all animals through compassion and care. With a Live Release Rate of 98%, Ark-Valley Humane Society is dedicated to providing each animal with the care they deserve and the hope for a second chance. In 2022 AVHS sheltered 677 dogs and cats. Over 1,833 animals were helped through our programs and services. Their vision for the future is a safe and humane world for all companion animals.
