DECEMBER UPDATE!
Parma Animal Shelter Celebrates $10,000 Grant from Petco Love Supporting Veterinary Care for Cats and Dogs
Parma Animal Shelter is proud to announce the successful use of a generous $10,000 grant from Petco Love, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to saving pet lives. The grant was awarded earlier this year and has been fully utilized to cover veterinary bills for the cats and dogs in the shelter’s care.
This funding provided critical medical support, including spay/neuter surgeries, vaccinations, diagnostic testing, and urgent treatments for sick or injured animals. By easing the financial burden of veterinary expenses, the grant allowed Parma Animal Shelter to continue its mission of providing the highest quality care while preparing pets for adoption into loving homes.
“Every animal deserves a chance at health and happiness,” said Barb Heath, President of Parma Animal Shelter. “Thanks to Petco Love, we were able to provide lifesaving medical care to dozens of cats and dogs who might otherwise have faced uncertain futures. This grant directly translates into second chances and forever families.”
Parma Animal Shelter, operated entirely by volunteers, relies on community support and partnerships to sustain its work. The Petco Love grant underscores the power of collaboration in animal welfare, ensuring that pets in need receive compassionate care and the opportunity to thrive.
The shelter extends heartfelt gratitude to Petco Love and to the community members who continue to support its mission through donations, volunteering, and adoptions. Together, these efforts make a lasting difference in the lives of animals and the families who welcome them home.
Adopt, Share, Save a Life
Our shelter is filled with many wonderful adult cats and dogs eagerly waiting for their forever homes. You can be a hero today by sharing our adoptable pets on social media! Just click the icon on any pet’s story on our adopt-a-pet petlist. One share could be the key to a new beginning.
Celebrating Our Community Impact This year promises to be busy and fulfilling. Your ongoing support helps us keep our guests safe in a loving home-away-from-home as they await their permanent families.
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Champions We are deeply grateful to our supporters, the City of Parma, and our incredible volunteers. Your generosity enables us to provide shelter and care for strays, surrendered, and abandoned animals—many of whom require medical attention and foster care before they find their forever homes. A special thank you goes out to those who open their hearts and homes to foster animals on their journey to recovery.
How You Can Make a Difference Today
- Donate:
- Make quick and secure donations via credit cards, PayPal, or by mail.
- Check our Amazon and Chew wish lists for much-needed supplies.
- Volunteer:
- We need dedicated individuals for roles like front desk support, dog walking, cleaning, and cat and dog care.
- Commit just a two-hour weekly shift, and after completing training and four shifts, enjoy the flexibility to pick up additional shifts via SignUp Genius.
Catch a glimpse inside! Here’s a walk-thru view of the Parma Animal Shelter.
Join our Team!
Openings for volunteers may vary by shift anywhere from 8 am to noon or 3:30 pm to 7 pm. We expect volunteers to commit to a two-hour shift on the same day each week. Volunteers who have been fully trained and have completed at least four shifts can be recommended for membership by their shift leaders. Once membership has been approved volunteers are able to pick up other shifts available through Signup Genius.
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