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From Struggle to Sanctuary

Rescue. Rehabilitation. Fostering. Advocacy.

 

Making a Difference

Paws for Progress: Inspiring Change, One Rescue at a Time

 

Hearts United for Animal Rescue

A Journey of Compassion and Care. Together, we can make a difference.

REMINDER! If you’ve microchipped or tattooed your pet PLEASE make sure that you keep your contact information up-to-date. It save lives and reunite lost pets with owners quickly!

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Rescues Available for Adoption*

Fleur

Fleur

April 21, 2024

Penny

Penny

April 15, 2024

Zara

Zara

April 9, 2024

Micha

Micha

April 9, 2024

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* Please Note: All prospective rescue pet adopters (and fosters) must undergo an interview process including in-person meeting prior to acceptance for a meeting or trial adoption. Please communicate with Janice Dodds or another Pets in Need pet rescuer to arrange. Thank you.

Uniting Hearts for Animal Welfare

Take Action to Help End the Stray Animal Crisis in Canada

Canada is facing a critical tipping point in the fight against stray animal overpopulation. With an estimated 3.3 million homeless cats and dogs across the country, many animals are born into a world without proper care, facing illness, starvation, and abandonment. This crisis is preventable, but it requires systemic change in how spay and neuter services are provided.

Petition e-5165 calls on the Government of Canada to introduce legislation that would make spay and neuter services affordable and accessible to all. By standardizing costs or providing government subsidies, veterinarians would offer these services as part of their public responsibility, rather than focusing solely on profit. This would significantly reduce unwanted litters, ease the burden on shelters, and prevent the suffering of countless animals.

You Can Make a Difference

Now is the time to act. We urge you to join this movement by signing Petition e-5165 and sharing it with your network. Together, we can ensure a compassionate and humane future for Canada’s pets.

Sign the Petition today and help bring about lasting change!

Our Services: Transforming Lives Through Animal Rescue

Animal Rescue

We jump into action to rescue or connect you with resources to help.

Pet Fostering & Adoptions

We work hard to place rescued animals with sincere, supportive loving forever homes.

Information & Resources

Vital information for contacting municipal and federal resources, bylaw offices, veterinarians and more.

Advocating for Animals

We try our best to effect positive change in municipal and federal regulations and restrictions where it benefits animal well-being.

Pets in Need Alberta: Our Mission

At Pets in Need Alberta, our mission is to provide compassionate care, unwavering support, and a second chance at happiness to animals in need. With over 40 years of dedication to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming dogs and cats, we are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of both animals and humans alike. Through our steadfast commitment to excellence and our tireless advocacy for animal welfare, we strive to create a world where every pet is cherished, every life is valued, and every heart is filled with love. Together, we’re not just saving lives – we’re building brighter futures, one rescue at a time.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6fAUsSm7XcA

“Saving one animal won’t change the world, but for that one animal, the world will change forever.”

Pets in Need Alberta: Our Team

Dr. Janice Dodds
Founder · Rescuer · Foster

Dr. Janice Dodds

Janice is an absolute powerhouse for positive change and animal advocacy, with over 40 years of dedicated, practical experience in rescue, rehabilitation and care.

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Kelly Eros
Rescuer · Website Admin · Cat Foster

Kelly Eros

Kelly brings next-level compassion and empathy to his animal rescue and fostering efforts, providing comfort and solace for them wherever possible.

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Brittany Young
Rescuer · Social Media Manager · Cat Foster

Brittany Young

A lifetime spent with love, admiration and whole-human respect for animals, Brittany opens her home and her heart to help rescue, rehabilitate and foster pets in need.

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Leading with Love: Rescuing, Rehabilitating, and Rehoming Pets in Need

Enough Talk, Let's Take Action