Subaru Loves Pets Adoption Event

Get ready for a spooktacular day at Berman Subaru's Halloween Pet Adoption Event on October 21, 2023, from 10 a.m.–12 p.m.! This event promises to be a howling good time for both pet lovers and those looking to add a new member to their pack. Whether you're a seasoned pet owner or new to the world…

Stress Relief for Your Cat

Signs of Stress In addition to hiding, cats who are stressed might over-groom, meow excessively, pace and seem restless, and even hiss. Do not punish your cat for these behaviors! It is unlikely to stop the behaviors; in fact, it will probably only stress your cat more and cause the behaviors to…

Stealing, Counter Surfing, and Garbage Raiding

The first step in stopping your dog’s counter surfing habit is to remove any opportunity or temptation. As responsible pet owners, we want to give our pets the best chance possible to behave well. Make sure all your food items are put away or stored in dog-proof containers such as Tupperware or a…

Stages of Kitten Development

Like all animals, kittens do not grow into adult cats overnight. Rather, they go through a series of developmental stages as they mature. Learning about these stages and what happens in them will help you better care for your kitten(s).  0-2 weeks: Neonatal Orient towards sound Eyes begin to…

Spring Means its Flea & Tick Season!

Fleas and ticks are two of the most common parasites that affect our pets. Prevention is the best defense and easy to dispense to our furry friends. Fleas are wingless insects that feed on blood and can jump up to two feet high. Fleas are most commonly noticed on a dog's abdomen and the base of the…

Special Care Adoptions

Anti-Cruelty provides an open door to animals – no matter the circumstances.     Some of the animals we welcome into our care have medical or behavioral needs that require specialized training, additional medical support, or other long-term accommodations. To ensure that adopters are aware of…

Special Care

Background Anti Cruelty (AC) is an open admission shelter, which means that we accept any and all animals, no matter their behavioral or medical status. Routinely, animals come through our door that will require above-and-beyond behavioral or medical care post-adoption. Previously, AC used the…

Special Adoption Programs

Special Adoption Programs Anti-Cruelty's special adoption programs are designed to mutually benefit adopters and pets looking for their forever homes. Read more about the qualifications for these special adoption programs below…

Socializing Your Adolescent Dog

A dog is most impressionable before 14 weeks of age. Proper socialization will help her become desensitized to her surroundings and therefore reduce the likelihood she will be afraid of things as she grows older. You should continue with socialization as your dog grows in order to maintain her…

Socializing Your Adolescent/Adult Cat

Much like dogs, and small children for that matter, cats also crave your attention. Many times cats will even misbehave just to get you to notice them. Although this behavior can be pesky at times, cats who feel ignored and are seldom handled by humans are more likely to become introverted and…

Snip-It-Forward: Spay/Neuter-thon

We’re hosting Snip It Forward Spay/Neuter-thon on Tuesday, April 29 from 7 AM-6 PM. Help us hit our goal of 100 free spays and neuters in a single day. We’re also offering free distemper vaccines, rabies vaccines, two months of flea preventive, and microchips.

Shelter Slumber Pawty

Anti-Cruelty is participating in a 24-hour national fundraising event called Shelter Slumber Pawty from Saturday, April 5 at 12 p.m. to Sunday, April 6 at 12 p.m. To participate, visit Shelter Slumber Pawty to start your fundraising.

Shelter Service Day

If you’re a teen looking for a one-day, on-site volunteer opportunity with Anti-Cruelty, register for Shelter Service Day! Do you want to help shelter pets, and earn service learning hours? Join us for an afternoon of volunteering!  Did you already complete a Service Learning Project at home?…

Shelter Service Day

If you’re a teen looking for a one-day, on-site volunteer opportunity with Anti-Cruelty, register for Shelter Service Day!  Anti-Cruelty welcomes teens to our Shelter Service Day! Use your crafting skills to create toys and beds for the animals at Anti-Cruelty so that they can stay cozy and happy…

Shelter Service Day

If you’re a teen looking for a one-day, on-site volunteer opportunity with Anti-Cruelty, register for Shelter Service Day! Anti-Cruelty welcomes teens to our Shelter Service Day! Use your crafting skills to create toys and beds for the animals at Anti-Cruelty so that they can stay cozy and happy…

Shelter

No Sew Pet Bed

Home-Made Pet Bed Part of our basic standards of care is to provide each cat and dog with a soft blanket or bed on which to sleep on. We use a variety of items throughout the shelter, including towels, blankets and fleece, but the best possible item is a home-made pet bed. We’ve created the…

Service Projects

Please be sure to check with your school to make sure these projects meet your school’s requirements for service credit.   Anti-Cruelty offers a wide range of service projects that are ideal for individual students in need of service hours, scout troops looking to earn a badge, or teachers in…

Separation Anxiety

Do you more often than not find yourself coming home to what looks like the aftermath of a hurricane, with your four-legged friend standing in the center of it? If so, your dog could be suffering from separation anxiety.  Reasons as to why your dog may be suffering from separation anxiety can vary…

Senior Sweethearts Cat Adoption Promotion

Senior Cats Need Loving Homes

We have more than 40 cats ages 8 and older who are longing for a forever home. These special animals have so much love to give. Learn the benefits of adopting an older feline.   

Scratching Furniture

Cats scratch objects in their environments for a variety of reasons. Scratching stretches the muscles (especially after a nap), removes the outer sheath of the nail, marks the area with the scent from the gland in the cat’s paws, and sometimes, it’s just fun! Because scratching is such a vital part…

Safety Tips for Pets

Keeping your pet safe is essential to their well-being. By taking these precautions, you can help keep your pet healthy and happy! Avian Flu…

SAFE (Temporary Emergency Housing)

Leave this page now The SAFE program is currently full, but you are welcome to reach out to receive information about other resources   Recognizing that there is a need for emergency sheltering of pets, Anti-Cruelty has established the SAFE program. Providing free care to approved applicants,…

Rhett Lindsay

Rhett Lindsay is the Vice President of Mission Advancement and serves as the Chief Advancement Officer and Chief Marketing Officer, overseeing fundraising, marketing and public relations.  Rhett joined Anti-Cruelty with more than 15 years’ experience in fundraising and communications in the…