Why rescues rely on donations...

Did you know that there is a difference between an animal shelter and an animal rescue?

Understanding Shelters and Rescues: How You Can Make a Difference

Animal shelters are physical facilities often funded by state and local governments. Despite this support, they rely heavily on donations and volunteers to care for the animals. Shelters provide homeless animals with safety, shelter, and basic care, and potential adopters can visit to find a new furry family member.

Animal rescues, like Road to Home Rescue Support, operate similarly—but without government funding. Rescues are fully volunteer-run, often from private facilities or foster homes, and depend on the community’s generosity to care for animals until they find their forever homes. Both shelters and rescues play a critical role in giving animals a second chance at life.

The Harsh Reality

Each year in the U.S.:

• 7.6 million companion animals are surrendered to shelters

• 4.2 million are dogs

• 1.4 million dogs are euthanized

Many of these animals are healthy or treatable, yet they have no voice and very few protections under the law. Senior dogs and certain breeds, like bully breeds, are particularly at risk.

Small rescues and shelters often lack the resources to care for sick or injured animals. Without community support, countless pets never get the second chance they deserve.

How You Can Help

There are many ways to support homeless, sick, and abused pets. Even small donations can make a huge difference for local rescues.

💖 Make a Donation : Financial contributions allow rescues and shelters to cover:

• Daily operations

• Medical care and treatment

• Training and enrichment programs

• Housing upgrades

• Community outreach

Even a small donation, like $5, can add up to save lives. Donations to IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) organizations may also be tax-deductible.

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