Safety Net ProgramS

 

At MCPAWS, we recognize that the deep connection humans have with pets transcends socio-economic and geographic boundaries. We firmly believe that no one should be denied the opportunity to experience the benefits and joy that come from the human-animal bond.

In service to these beliefs, we’ve established our Safety Net Programs. Here are the types of services we provide at low or no-cost:

    • No or Low cost spay/neuter services
    • No or Low cost or low cost vaccinations
    • Cat and dog microchipping and ID tags
    • Training and behavior resources
    • Support services for community cat caretakers
    • Pet Food Bank
    • Fund that offers financial support to pet owners unable to afford veterinary care for pets with significant but treatable health issues

The goal of these lifesaving programs are to keep pets in loving homes (and out of the shelter!) by reducing financial barriers families may face when attempting to provide pets with basic veterinary care and daily needs.

 

Compassionate Community 

Compassionate Community aims to empower under-served pet owners to obtain basic veterinary services such as vaccinations, spay/neuter, microchipping, and pet ID tags. Pet owners must provide proof of low-income status in order to obtain services. 

For a free cat microchip, or low-cost dog microchip ($15), please call to schedule an appointment (208) 634-3647.

Community Spay/Neuter Clinics are typically held every Monday. We begin accepting appointments at 11:30am two weeks before the upcoming clinic. Space is limited and clinics fill up fast so plan ahead!

To schedule your appointment, please email Alex at safetynet@mcpaws.org!

This program is funded primarily through a generous grant from the Forever Idaho Southwest Fund of the Idaho Community Foundation, Maddie’s Fund, and from private donations to our Compassionate Community Fund. 

Pet Food Bank

We offer free pet food to pet owners in need. If you need pet food, please stop by the shelter. If you would like to help support the pet food bank, we are always accepting donations of dog and cat food, and cat litter.

Training & Behavior

Having training or behavior problems? Does your kitty refuse to potty in her litter box? Does your dog likes to chew on the couch? MCPAWS staff members know many easy-to-apply training tips and tricks. Feel free to call the shelter and ask for assistance at any time. If we cannot solve your dilemma, you will be pointed in the direction of someone who can.

Check out the following resources on common dog and cat behavior issues!

Community Cats Program

Community cats are those that live primarily outdoors and are unsocial to humans (feral). Over 50% of MCPAWS feline intakes each year are young kittens, largely born in the field to unaltered community cats. In response, MCPAWS has established our Community Cat Program in order to reduce these intakes and provide services to this population.

Often, community cats come together to live in colonies. Our program aims to work with individual in our community who are already providing care for these cats, by providing free spay/neuter surgeries and vaccinations. All free-roaming, community cats (feral) qualify for surgery and no proof of low-income is required.

Are you caring for a colony of feral cats? Give us a call! We will lend you traps, help with transportation, and spay/neuter feral cats and kittens are re-release them back to your colony free of charge.

The Difference Between Stray Cats and Community Cats

A community cat is a primarily outdoor cat and unsocial to people (feral). The ASPCA defines a stray cat as someone’s pet who has become lost or who has been abandoned.

  • Stray cats are usually tame and comfortable around people (e.g. rubbing against legs, purring, and meowing).
  • Community cats are notably quiet, keep their distance, and will not allow humans to pet or handle them.
  • Stray cats will often try to make a home near humans (e.g. in a garage or on a front porch).

GRACIE’S FUND

Gracie’s Fund is a fund at the MCPAWS Veterinary Hospital that offers financial support to pet owners who are unable to afford veterinary treatment for pet(s) who are facing significant, treatable, health issues.

To Qualify:

  • Client must have legal ownership of the pet
  • Client/pet owner must be experiencing financial hardship
  • Animal breeding activities disqualifies participation in program
  • Pet must be treated at MCPAWS Veterinary Hospital 

Support the Shelter and Donate Today!

$25

Microchip four cats

$50

Purchase enrichment items for all shelter cats

 

$75

Vaccinate seven dogs

 

$100

 Provide formula for three orphan kittens

 

$150

 Neuter three dogs

 

MCPAWS Regional Animal Shelter
831 S. 3rd St #1375
McCall, ID 83638
208.634.3647
frontdesk@mcpaws.org

Shelter Hours:

Monday - Saturday:

11:30am to 5:00pm

Closed Sundays

 Dog introductions & adoptions by appointment.

Please call (208) 634-3647 to schedule an appointment!

MCPAWS Thrift Store

301 Lenora Street
McCall, ID 83638
208.634.4434
DSkiftun@mcpaws.org

Thrift Store Hours:

Monday - Saturday:

11:00am to 5:00pm

Sunday:

11:00am to 4:00pm

Donation Drop Off: Monday - Saturday 9:30am - 3:00pm

MCPAWS Veterinary Hospital
8 Coho Lane
McCall, ID 83638
208.325.4510
Hospital@mcpaws.org

Hospital Hours:

Monday - Friday:

8:00am to 5:00pm

Closed Saturday & Sunday

Please call (208) 325-4510 to schedule an appointment!

Mission

Transforming lives by strengthening the

human-animal connection.

Vision

A humane community where all animals are well

cared for and loved.

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