Resources

The State of Pet Homelessness Project is a first step in better understanding pet homelessness. Addressing the challenge is a collective action. Here are some programs and organizations which can help you get informed and involved.

person petting a cat
Resources

The State of Pet Homelessness Project is a first step in better understanding pet homelessness. Addressing the challenge is a collective action. Here are some programs and organizations which can help you get informed and involved.

person petting a cat
Resources

The State of Pet Homelessness Project is a first step in better understanding pet homelessness. Addressing the challenge is a collective action. Here are some programs and organizations which can help you get informed and involved.

person petting a cat
Programs and organizations around the world
VCA Charities logo
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United States
VCA Charities

Donates veterinary services, medication, food, and more to hundreds of humane societies, animal rescues, shelters, and service dog organizations.

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Banfield Foundation logo
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United States
Banfield Foundation

Funds programs that provide veterinary care, elevate the human-animal bond, provide disaster relief for pets and advance veterinary science.

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Pedigree Foundation Logo
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Global
PEDIGREE Foundation

PEDIGREE Foundation is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization working to help end pet homelessness.

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HSI logo
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Global
Humane Society International

Committed to promoting the human-animal bond and protecting pets, wildlife, and farm animals all over the world.

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adopt a pet logo
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United States
Adopt a Pet
Connecting prospective pet parents with a pet that's right for them.
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ICATCare Logo
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Global
International Cat Care

Provides high-level, relevant advice and support for cat owners, cat carers and veterinary professionals so that they can act in the best interests of each cat and its welfare.

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Programs and organizations around the world
VCA Charities logo
Flag-US
United States
VCA Charities

Donates veterinary services, medication, food, and more to hundreds of humane societies, animal rescues, shelters, and service dog organizations.

(opens in new window)
Banfield Foundation logo
Flag-US
United States
Banfield Foundation

Funds programs that provide veterinary care, elevate the human-animal bond, provide disaster relief for pets and advance veterinary science.

(opens in new window)
Pedigree Foundation Logo
globe icon
Global
PEDIGREE Foundation

PEDIGREE Foundation is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization working to help end pet homelessness.

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HSI logo
globe icon
Global
Humane Society International

Committed to promoting the human-animal bond and protecting pets, wildlife, and farm animals all over the world.

(opens in new window)
adopt a pet logo
Flag-US
United States
Adopt a Pet
Connecting prospective pet parents with a pet that's right for them.
(opens in new window)
ICATCare Logo
globe icon
Global
International Cat Care

Provides high-level, relevant advice and support for cat owners, cat carers and veterinary professionals so that they can act in the best interests of each cat and its welfare.

(opens in new window)
See more
See more
Programs and organizations around the world
VCA Charities logo
Flag-US
United States
VCA Charities

Donates veterinary services, medication, food, and more to hundreds of humane societies, animal rescues, shelters, and service dog organizations.

(opens in new window)
Banfield Foundation logo
Flag-US
United States
Banfield Foundation

Funds programs that provide veterinary care, elevate the human-animal bond, provide disaster relief for pets and advance veterinary science.

(opens in new window)
Pedigree Foundation Logo
globe icon
Global
PEDIGREE Foundation

PEDIGREE Foundation is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization working to help end pet homelessness.

(opens in new window)
HSI logo
globe icon
Global
Humane Society International

Committed to promoting the human-animal bond and protecting pets, wildlife, and farm animals all over the world.

(opens in new window)
adopt a pet logo
Flag-US
United States
Adopt a Pet
Connecting prospective pet parents with a pet that's right for them.
(opens in new window)
ICATCare Logo
globe icon
Global
International Cat Care

Provides high-level, relevant advice and support for cat owners, cat carers and veterinary professionals so that they can act in the best interests of each cat and its welfare.

(opens in new window)
See more
See more
Get involved
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Animal welfare
Humane Canada

An animal welfare organization dedicated to promoting and protecting the well-being of animals through advocacy and collaboration.

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Help homeless pets
Animal Welfare League of Queensland
A not-for-profit organization that cares for and rehomes up stray and abandoned animals.
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Help rescue dogs
Dogstown South Africa
Provides quality care for rescue dogs from rehabilitation to retirement. Rescue a dog and change a life.
Flag-Thailand
Help stray pets
Soi Dog Foundation

Non-profit dedicated to animal welfare iN Southeast Asia. Providing humane & sustainable solution to managing the stray population & addressing their medical needs.

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Adopt a pet
Dogs Trust UK
Dedicated to rescuing and rehoming dogs, promoting responsible pet ownership, and advocating for canine welfare.
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Help stray pets
Cats Protection UK
Get expert advice on stray, lost, found, and feral cats. 
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Pet care tips
Association of Dogs & Cats Homes
Get expert advice on caring for your cats & dogs.
paw icon
Help stray pets
Community Cat Toolkit

BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ developed this toolkit to provide resources for improving the welfare of community cats in urban environments.

Get involved
Flag-Canada
Animal welfare
Humane Canada

An animal welfare organization dedicated to promoting and protecting the well-being of animals through advocacy and collaboration.

Flag-Australia
Help homeless pets
Animal Welfare League of Queensland
A not-for-profit organization that cares for and rehomes up stray and abandoned animals.
Flag-South Africa
Help rescue dogs
Dogstown South Africa
Provides quality care for rescue dogs from rehabilitation to retirement. Rescue a dog and change a life.
Flag-Thailand
Help stray pets
Soi Dog Foundation

Non-profit dedicated to animal welfare iN Southeast Asia. Providing humane & sustainable solution to managing the stray population & addressing their medical needs.

Flag-United-Kingdom
Adopt a pet
Dogs Trust UK
Dedicated to rescuing and rehoming dogs, promoting responsible pet ownership, and advocating for canine welfare.
Flag-United-Kingdom
Help stray pets
Cats Protection UK
Get expert advice on stray, lost, found, and feral cats. 
Flag-United-Kingdom
Pet care tips
Association of Dogs & Cats Homes
Get expert advice on caring for your cats & dogs.
paw icon
Help stray pets
Community Cat Toolkit

BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ developed this toolkit to provide resources for improving the welfare of community cats in urban environments.

Get involved
Flag-Canada
Animal welfare
Humane Canada

An animal welfare organization dedicated to promoting and protecting the well-being of animals through advocacy and collaboration.

Flag-Australia
Help homeless pets
Animal Welfare League of Queensland
A not-for-profit organization that cares for and rehomes up stray and abandoned animals.
Flag-South Africa
Help rescue dogs
Dogstown South Africa
Provides quality care for rescue dogs from rehabilitation to retirement. Rescue a dog and change a life.
Flag-Thailand
Help stray pets
Soi Dog Foundation

Non-profit dedicated to animal welfare iN Southeast Asia. Providing humane & sustainable solution to managing the stray population & addressing their medical needs.

Flag-United-Kingdom
Adopt a pet
Dogs Trust UK
Dedicated to rescuing and rehoming dogs, promoting responsible pet ownership, and advocating for canine welfare.
Flag-United-Kingdom
Help stray pets
Cats Protection UK
Get expert advice on stray, lost, found, and feral cats. 
Flag-United-Kingdom
Pet care tips
Association of Dogs & Cats Homes
Get expert advice on caring for your cats & dogs.
paw icon
Help stray pets
Community Cat Toolkit

BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ developed this toolkit to provide resources for improving the welfare of community cats in urban environments.

woman feeding stray cats
How can you help?
Donate to our programs or partners
Discover a range of programs working to address pet homelessness and learn how you can make a difference.
Be a responsible pet owner
Understand how to prepare for and care for a pet. Find out how you can help stray pets.
woman feeding stray cats
How can you help?
Donate to our programs or partners
Discover a range of programs working to address pet homelessness and learn how you can make a difference.
Be a responsible pet owner
Understand how to prepare for and care for a pet. Find out how you can help stray pets.
How can you help?
Donate to our programs or partners
Discover a range of programs working to address pet homelessness and learn how you can make a difference.
Be a responsible pet owner
Understand how to prepare for and care for a pet.