We are dedicated to finding good permanent homes for abandoned, stray, and abused companion animals and ending the pet overpopulation crisis through focused spay/neuter programs. We work with our local community and animal shelters to identify and assist the dogs and cats most in need of a helping hand.
Throughout our 27 years, AFRP has seen dogs and cats come through our doors in desperate need. Some are injured, some abandoned, some abused. Each animal has a story — and a chance at a second one, thanks to our supporters.
Our “Where It’s Needed Most” fund is designed to do exactly what it sounds like: respond wherever the need is greatest. Whether it’s emergency surgery for a severely injured dog, food and shelter for a litter of abandoned kittens, or behavioral training to help animals suffering from kennel stress — donations to this fund allows us to act fast when lives hang in the balance.
Unlike designated or restricted funds, gifts made to this fund gives us the flexibility to respond in real time, making sure no animal falls through the cracks.
Because sometimes, where it’s needed most... is everywhere.
AFRP is unique to Monterey County because we are willing and able to take on dogs and cats who are in need of extra medical care, as well as time to heal or grow. AFRP is often the last chance an animal has of getting out of a shelter. We work closely with several of the Monterey County animal services organizations by fostering animals in their care and providing medical service , as well as helping other local nonprofit rescues with low cost vaccine and spay/neuter services. Each time we rescue an animal from a shelter in Monterey County, it frees up space for that organization to help another animal. We serve all of Monterey County, and also help some organizations in Santa Cruz and San Benito Counties as well.
I've had dogs my whole life and they've seen me through good times and bad. Their unconditional love has always been reciprocated and I couldn't imagine my life without them. But sadly, there are many dogs and cats who, for one reason or another, have been abused, not received proper medical care or nutrition, or been abandoned. AFRP has been an advocate and a pillar in our community for those such animals. The staff, fosters, and volunteers work tirelessly to diagnose, treat, rehabilitate and find loving homes for these deserving dogs and cats. I am very appreciative of the work they do and grateful to have such a wonderful organization in Monterey County. I am proud to be a long time donor, knowing that my gifts are being used with the animals' best interests at heart. Many thanks to all at AFRP who are keeping their mission alive.
- Patti Hughes, Carmel
