Providing shelter and care to cats and dogs, helping them find loving homes and offering
programs and services that support our island community.
Help Provide Food and Enrichment for 500 Shelter Animals through the SJICF County Fair Giving Campaign!
Our four-legged friends have healthy appetites. They also have special needs while being temporarily housed in kennels, waiting for their “forever” home. Your generosity has always been appreciated, and our furry friends hope that you will continue to help.
The San Juan Community Foundation is once again hosting their county fair giving campaign – SJI Cares to support the many nonprofit organizations in our community.
APS-FH is excited to be participating in the Giving Campaign. This year, we hope to raise $10,000 to help provide healthy nourishment and enrichment care (food, beds, blankets, scratching posts, treats, chews and toys) to our shelter animals for the coming year. Imagine what you spend on your pet, then multiply it by 500 – the number of dogs and cats we care for each year! Our actual food and enrichment budget totals almost $17,000 annually.
With your help, we will be able to meet this goal!
Donations will be accepted now through midnight, Sunday, August 18th
Help our Island Pets Thrive!
February was National Spay & Neuter Awareness Month
We had several in-person events place in February:
Saturday 2/8: Visit us at Marketplace 11-4pm
We’re selling adorable Valentine’s Postcards to support the shelter!
Thursday 2/13: Stop by Treasure Hounds
Have a cup of coffee or cocoa while you shop! Some of our shelter staff will be there to share with you the shelter’s programs and services.
Saturday 2/22: Stop by Treasure Hounds
Stop in for a cup of coffee or cocoa while you shop! Learn about the shelter’s TNR program from our volunteers.
The holidays remind us of the joy of connection and love. Yet not everyone is able to experience that comfort.
Many pets still wait for the security of a homes, while others need a little extra support to stay with the families who love them.
When Blue arrived at APS-FH, he had already survived the devastation of the California wildfires. Thanks to our partnership with Greater Good Charities, he was safely transported here to San Juan Island. At 9 years old, this German Shepherd mix desperately needed a second chance.
This season your compassion can bring care and hope to pets across our community.
Search for your new friend here.
There are many places to acquire a dog or a cat, but our shelter provides adoption matchmaking services that help you find the right pet for your family and household. Before you adopt your companion animal from us, the Animal Protection Society will:
- Treat the pet for internal and external parasites
- Give them all initial vaccinations
- Spay or neuter the pet
- Test all cats for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and Leukemia Virus (FeLV)
Beyond all that, animals at the shelter are lovingly cared for, socialized, and observed for all possible behavioral and health problems. We care about our friends, and it shows! Learn more.
Help Wanted!
Veterinary Technician
How You Can Help
Donate
Outright donations help us feed and take care of the shelter pets. They also help us maintain our facilities and keep the lights on. Make a one-time donation or a monthly donation of any amount.
Volunteer
Volunteer opportunities are many, just to name a few: walking dogs, trapping feral cats, general shelter cleaning, medical clinic support, fostering pets, and volunteering at our Treasure Hounds store.
Treasure Hounds
Shopping at our upscale retail thrift store is another way to support us, so is donating gently used household furnishings, home goods & decor to Treasure Hounds.
Latest Shelter News
Happily Home Stories
Did you know 1 in 3 pets will go missing in their lifetime?
We’re partnering with Petco Love Lost to help pets reunite with their families. Petco Love Lost is a free, easy-to-use national resource, using patented pet facial recognition technology to make it easier than ever to find possible matches for lost and found pets. Join us, and let’s unite to reunite at petcolovelost.org.
🎁✨ Join us for Our Online Holiday Gift Auction and Find Heartfelt Gifts for Those Who Seem to Have It All—and Make a Difference for Pets In Need! 🐾❤️
We're Thrilled to Feature 3 Special RAISE A PADDLE Donation Opportunities that Truly Warm the Heart:
1️⃣ **LOW-COST SPAY/NEUTER PROGRAM**: Donate $120 to Our Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Program, and Help Neuter, Microchip and Vaccinate. Your Generosity Prevents Unwanted Litters Reducing Pet Overpopulation and Makes these Services Affordable,Giving Families the Chance to Provide the Best Care for their Pets.
2️⃣ **SUPPORT THE PET FOOD PANTRY**: Give the Gift of Nourishment!
With Just a $35 Donation, You Can Help Feed One Dog or Four Cats for an Entire Month! Helpping Keep Pets with Their Loving Families During Tough Times, Providing Them with Nutritious Food They Need to Stay Healthy and Happy at Home. 🐶💖🐱
3️⃣ **CONTRIBUTE TO THE GRAY MUZZLE FUND**: Help Provide Essential Care for Owned and Beloved Senior Dogs in Our Community! Just a $75 Donation can Fund a Bi-Annual Wellness Exam for One Dog in Need. Your Generosity Ensures that these Golden Oldies Receive Critical Vet Care, from Routine Check-ups to Urgent Medical.🌟🦴
🎄✨ Together Let's Make this Holiday Season One of Compassion and Loving Forever Homes. Click the Facebook Event Link to the Auction and Help Spread Holiday Cheer for All! 🐾❤️ www.facebook.com/share/1ACKRrq61a/
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Remembering Roger Hansen
Our hearts are heavy as we share the passing of Roger Hansen, a wonderful person whose compassion for animals and dedication to helping them knew no bounds.
Roger combined his love of flying with his love for animals, using his plane to transport dogs and cats long distances to safety and new beginnings. Through his work with Okandogs and ARFS - Animal Rescue Friends Society of Grant Co., Wa, we were fortunate to get to know Roger.
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🎅🐾 Dear Santa Paws,
It’s Your Favorite Pup at APS-FH, and I Have a BIG WISH this Holiday! I’m Wagging My Tail with Excitement as I Write You, Hoping You Can Help Make My Dreams Come True.
This Holiday, I’m Dreaming of #11 on the APS-FH Online Auction, the “VACATION BY THE SEA”! 🌊🐾 I Can Already Picture Myself Running the Beach in Beautiful Westport, Feeling Sand Between My Paws and Wind in My Ears. How Amazing Would it be to Feel the Sun while Splashing the Waves? 🌞🏖️
But that’s Not All! I Also Wish for #4 “A DAY ON THE GREEN” at the San Juan Golf & Tennis Club⛳️, followed by an Unforgettable Date with the 2026 Seattle Mariners ⚾️ for My New 4EVR MUM & DAD,❤️ Imagine My Future Family’s Excitement as They Cheer them Back to October Baseball! 🎉
I’m Paw-sitively Sure 🐾 with Your Help, My Holiday Dreams 🎄✨ Will Become a Reality. You Might also Consider Joining and Finding Items 🛍️ on Other Lists at the Online Auction Fundraiser 🎉While Supporting Pups and Kittens 🐶🐱 Like Me. Every Bid Helps APSH-FH with Our Care 💖 and Us to Find 4EVR Home! 🏡❤️
Thank You for Spreading the Holiday Cheer and Helping Us Find Love! 🐾❤️
P.S. You Can Find the Online Holiday Gift Auction at the APS-FH Facebook Event Page at www.facebook.com/share/1ACKRrq61a
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🐾 Learning to Save Lives! 🩺
Our amazing APS-FH volunteers, fosters, and staff had the opportunity to attend a Pet First Aid course taught by our very own veterinarian, Dr. Waters. 🐶🐱
We learned so much valuable information, from handling emergencies to recognizing early warning signs, all to better care for the animals who depend on us.
We’re excited about the possibility of offering this course to the public in the future so pet owners in our community can gain these lifesaving skills too! Would you be interested in joining a future session? Let us know in the comments! ... See MoreSee Less
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🐾 Meet Lobo
Lobo is a handsome, one-year-old German Shepherd with a bright mind and an even bigger heart.
Lobo is an intelligent, loyal dog who thrives on structure and connection. He enjoys engaging training sessions, outdoor adventures, and quiet moments by your side. Like many Shepherds, he bonds deeply with his people and looks to them for guidance and reassurance.
We’re looking for an adopter with experience in shepherd breeds, someone who understands their working spirit and can provide continued training, consistency, and plenty of affection.
Check out this video made by his wonderful foster that shows just how amazing he is: youtube.com/shorts/r8fmsmuWmZk?si=4cp3Pj4dCPLzPvG2
💫 Kind heart. Sharp mind. Loyal soul.
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🐾✨ SHOP🎉SHOP HOORAY! BIDDING IS NOW OPEN for the APS-FH Online Holiday Gift Auction Fundraiser! 🎉
Join Us in Making a Difference for Furry Friends in Need this Season by Placing Your Bids on Some Amazing Items! Every Dollar Raised will Go Directly to Providing Care and Support for APS-FH.
🗓️ Bidding Starts Today, 9AM and Continues Until SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH at 5PM. Don’t Miss Your Chance to be a Santa Hero this Year - Scoring Unique, One-of-a-Kind Goodies While Supporting the APS-FH MISSION!
👉 Click the Facebook Event Link to Start Bidding and Spreading the Word! Together, We Can Give APS-FH Shelter Guests the Love, Care and Chance to Find their Forever Homes. 💖🐶🐱 www.facebook.com/share/1ACKRrq61a/
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🎃🐾 Happy Halloween from APS-FH and our newly arrived pup, Hercules! 👻💛
This sweet adoptable guy is rocking his costume and ready to trick-or-treat his way into everyone’s hearts!
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🌟 ONLY TWO DAYS 🌟
Our First Online Holiday Gift Auction Officially Opens for BIDDING IN JUST TWO DAYS!
🎉🛍️ Get Registered and Ready to Support a Great Cause while Snagging some INCREDIBLE HOLIDAY GOODIES!
Mark Your Calendars for SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1ST at 9 AM. Don't Miss Your Chance to Bid on Unique Experiences and Fabulous Fun! CLICK THE FACEBOOK EVENT LINK for Details on How to Find the Auction, to Register and Get a Sneak Peek of the Amazing Items up for Grabs!
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Let's Make a Difference this Holiday Season Together! 💙💪
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🎃🍂 SWEET 16 ADOPTIONS IN OCTOBER! 🍂🎃
What a pawsome month it’s been at APS-FH, 16 incredible pets found their forever families this October!
From shy snuggly kittens to tail-wagging pups ready for adventure, each adoption means a brand-new chapter of love, comfort, and second chances. 🏡✨
We’re so grateful to everyone who opened their hearts and homes this month, and to our amazing community of volunteers, fosters, and supporters who make these happy endings possible.
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