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.
🐾 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!
www.facebook.com/share/1ACKRrq61a/
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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🎉🐾 A HEARTFELT THANK YOU! 🐾🎉
As We Count Down Just 3 Days Until the Bidding Opens, We Want to Take a Moment to Express Our Deepest Gratitude to Our Incredible Sponsors: COLDWELL BANKER SAN JUAN ISLANDS, ISLAND AIR AMBULANCE, FRIDAY HARBOR ELECTRIC and THE ANIMAL INN & WELLNESS CENTER! 🙌
Together with the Hundreds of Generous Supporters Who’ve Contributed to Our Auction, We are On Track to Make Our First Online Holiday Gift Auction a Tremendous Success! Your Kindness and Support Mean the World to All of Us at APS-FH, Our Wonderful Island Community and the Dogs and Cats in Our Care.❤️
With Your Sponsorship and Contributions, We Can Provide Love, Care and Shelter to Those In Need this Holiday Season, Helping to Create a Brighter Future for Both People and Pets.
To All Our Sponsors and Donors, THANK YOU for Being an Essential Part of the APS-FH Mission. Together, We Truly Can Make a Difference! 💖
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🗓️ AUCTION BIDDING OPENS IN 4 DAYS 🎉🐾
Are You Ready to Snag Some Amazing Holiday Gifts? 🎁
LET’S GET YOU SET UP AND READY TO BID!
1️⃣ **REGISTER NOW** Head to Our Auction Website.
Not Sure Where to Find It? Check Out the Link on Our Facebook Event Page or use Address on Infographic, Opposite Lobo! www.facebook.com/share/1ACKRrq61a/
2️⃣ **CREATE YOUR ACCOUNT** Simply Enter Your Contact Information and Password. 🐕❤️
3️⃣ **CONFIRM YOUR EMAIL** Check for the Auctria Confirmation Link in Your Inbox to Complete Your Registration.
4️⃣ **GET READY TO BID!** Log In to Our Online Holiday Gift Auction Website, Click on “MY ACCOUNT,” to Ensure Everything’s in Order for Bidding Starting Saturday, November 1st - 9am. 🎁❤️
Don’t Miss the Fun and the Chance to Bring Joy to the Holidays for All - Every Bid You Place Helps Provide Food, Medical Care and Loving Forever Homes for Those in Need.
Let’s Make this Auction One to Remember! 🛍️✨Together, We Can Make a Difference! 🐶🐱✨
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STRAY KITTENS 🚨
Two young black kittens, one male and one female, were brought to APS-FH on 10/28 after being found together near town. They are currently safe and under our standard stray hold.
Both kittens appear to be domesticated. They are a bit shy but friendly, and respond well to gentle handling. Neither is spayed or neutered, and neither was wearing any identification or has a microchip.
If you recognize these kittens or believe they may belong to you, please contact APS-FH as soon as possible at (360) 378-2158 or visit us during regular business hours.
If no owner is located, they will be evaluated for adoption placement following the conclusion of their stray hold.
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🐾 New Arrivals from LA County! 🐾
We’re so excited to welcome four wonderful new dogs to our shelter family, all spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and ready to start their next chapter!
Meet our newest arrivals:
Mackenzie – ~10-year-old Mini Poodle mix, a gentle senior sweetheart with plenty of love to give.
Lotus – ~5-year-old Black & White Australian Shepherd mix, a smart and spirited companion who loves to stay active.
Hercules – ~10-year-old Dachshund mix, a charming little guy with a big personality.
Sally – ~4-year-old English Bulldog, affectionate and full of character.
They’re arriving tonight and will be available for adoption very soon, so stay tuned for updates and photos!
If you’re interested in meeting one of these amazing pups, feel free to stop by the shelter to fill out a short inquiry form, or complete our adoption application online to express your interest.
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