The Paw It Forward program was created to support pet owners in taking care of their animals. Through Paw It Forward, we offer access to essential pet care supplies and veterinary care to community members facing financial hardship.
Program Goals
Reduce surrender rates and keep pets in their homes
Strengthen community relationships
Offering impactful resources with compassion
Prince’s family fell on hard times and reached out to Harley’s Animal Haven for assistance. They did not want to re-home or surrender their cat, as they made a commitment to Prince for his lifetime. Through our Paw It Forward program, our community helped supply food, treats and even toys to help Prince’s family through financial strain.
Why Paw It Forward?
Roughly 1.6 million of the animals that enter the shelter system each year are owner-surrendered, according to the ASPCA. Some of the most common reasons for surrender include financial hardship or housing status.
Animal rescues and shelters are increasingly overwhelmed with animals and receive multiple owner-surrender requests a day.
We believe that owned, loved animals should be able to stay in their homes despite financial strain or difficult times. Offering mutual aid in the community benefits not only the animal and their owner, but also relieves strain on the animal welfare industry as well.
By advocating for owned pets, we strengthen relationships, promote compassion and increase retention rates, thereby opening up opportunities for homeless animals in need.
Contribute to our Paw It Forward program today to keep pets in their homes and lend support to a fellow animal lover in need.
Do you need assistance with your pet?
Apply for Paw It Forward here.
Please note: All applications for Paw It Forward are reviewed by our team and assessed to determine if and how our program may best support your needs. Priority is given based on urgency, financial need and available resources. Please allow our team 3-5 days to review your request and to contact you regarding your circumstances.