Creating Safe Havens for Pets in Need

A Legacy of Compassion

Founded in 1931, the Animal Protective Foundation has been a cornerstone of the community, dedicated to protecting and enhancing the lives of companion animals. What began as a small shelter has grown into a comprehensive resource for animal care, adoption, and education, serving thousands of pets and their families each year.

A Fresh Start in a Safe Environment

Protect, Care, and Connect

Our mission is simple: to protect animals, provide them with the care they need, and connect them with loving families.

At the Animal Protective Foundation, our approach centers around three core principles: protect, care, and connect. We protect animals by providing them with a safe and nurturing environment, free from harm and neglect. Whether they are abandoned, surrendered, or rescued, every animal that comes through our doors is given a second chance at life. Our team works tirelessly to ensure that each pet is shielded from the dangers they may have faced, offering them the security and compassion they deserve.

We care for animals by addressing their physical, emotional, and medical needs. Our dedicated staff provides top-notch veterinary care, nutritious meals, and plenty of love and attention. Beyond meeting their basic needs, we go the extra mile to understand each animal’s unique personality and needs, ensuring they are happy, healthy, and ready for their forever home. But our commitment doesn’t end there—we also connect these animals with loving families who can offer them a permanent place to call home. Through thoughtful matchmaking and ongoing support, we help create lasting bonds between pets and their new owners, ensuring that every adoption is a success story.

Building Lifelong Bonds Between Pets and Families

Animals and Families in Need

We serve animals of all kinds—whether they are homeless, abandoned, or in need of medical attention. Our doors are open to every pet, regardless of their breed, age, or condition. We also support families who face challenges in caring for their pets, offering resources and guidance to keep pets and people together.

To protect animals, provide them with compassionate care, and connect them with loving families. At the Animal Protective Foundation, we are committed to ensuring that every pet in our community has the chance to live a safe, healthy, and happy life.

Mission

Vision

A world where every companion animal is valued, cared for, and has a place to call home. We strive to build a community where animals are treated with kindness and respect, and where the bond between pets and people is celebrated.

Who We Help

We support animals of all kinds—whether they are homeless, abandoned, or in need of medical attention. Our services extend to families and individuals facing challenges in caring for their pets, ensuring that every animal has access to the resources and love they need to thrive.

THE ANIMAL PROTECTIVE FOUNDATION'S GUIDING STATEMENT ON

INCLUSION, DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND ACCEPTANCE

The APF believes that no one should be judged or excluded on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, or level of income.

The APF acknowledges the importance of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Acceptance (IDEA) to better serve our clients, employees, volunteers, and our entire community.

Inclusion

Diversity

The APF is committed to enacting deliberate policies and practices to ensure that our facilities, programs, and events welcome differences and diverse perspectives are respectfully heard.

Equity

The APF recognizes that treating individuals with respect and standing up for equity will have a positive impact on the animals, constituents, and communities that we serve.

Acceptance

The APF actively responds to bias, harassment, and discrimination in all aspects of its work, its service, and the entities with whom we collaborate.