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We are an award-winning, 501(c)3 non-profit organization fully devoted to the well-being of homeless pets. Until they find their forever homes, all animals in our care receive shelter, food, enrichment — and the love of our staff and volunteers. We also provide veterinary care, training, and socialization to improve adoptability and quality of life. We do what it takes, for as long as it takes, for every animal that enters our doors.

Meet the Board

Cherie George

Cherie George

President

Bev
Lowrey

Vice President

Walt
Carey

Treasurer

Mark DeGrove

Secretary

June Amara

Director

Janie Duke

Janie Duke

Director

Sonya Hawker

Sonya Hawker

Director

Tricia Lapointe

Director

Nanette Leonard

Director

Kylee McGloin

Director

Jeanne Roland

Director

Kimberly Rubino

Director

Hannah Wotitzky

Director

Rita Kagan

Honorary Member

Meet the Staff

Kris Steffens

Executive Director

Christy Vernet, DVM

Medical Director

Dayna Adams

Intake Supervisor

Alexis Berg

Foster Coordinator

Bill Healy

Facility Manager

Beth Marcino

Marketing Manager

Lisa Voss

Manager of Volunteer Programs

Brynn Ackerman

Vet Tech

Danielle Tallon

Vet Tech

Patty Cook

Customer Service

Dawn Fitzner

Customer Service

Jonathan Bulkley

Animal Care Specialist

James Carrano

Animal Care Specialist

Amanda Connolley

Animal Care Specialist

Alyssa Dunn

Animal Care Specialist

Mason Fitzner

Animal Care Specialist

Staci Gates

Animal Care Specialist

Jane Lunsford

Animal Care Specialist

Paula McNutt

Animal Care Specialist

Monica Moloughney

Animal Care Specialist

Mualla Mueller

Animal Care Specialist

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