CONTACT US

Before you hit that “Contact Us” button, check out the information below. You may just find your answer!

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Have you found a stray dog or cat?

We are sorry, but due to City and County ordinances, Pet Refuge is not allowed to accept stray animals.  We can help by scanning for a microchip to help you. Then we will refer you to the appropriate facility as shown below.

If the stray was found within the city limits of South Bend, please call South Bend Animal Resource Center, 574-235-9303. 

If found in Mishawaka or other St. Joseph County location, please call the Humane Society of St. Joseph County, 574-255-4726.

Please remember, if you adopted your dog or cat from Pet Refuge we will ALWAYS take it back.

Are you wanting to surrender a dog or puppy?

Please call the Shelter (574-231-1122), Monday through Saturday from 10AM to 3PM and ask to fill out an intake form over the phone. The form will be turned over to our Dog Dept and if we can help you, they will give you a call.

Are you looking to surrender an adult cat. a kitten or a litter of kittens?

Please call the Shelter (574-231-1122) Monday through Saturday from 10AM to 3PM and ask to be placed on our waiting list. If we can help you, someone from the cat dept will contact you.

Are you interested in meeting or adopting a dog (puppy) or cat (kitten)?

The best thing to do is to complete an online application

Links

Dog - https://www.petrefuge.com/dog-adoption

Cat -  https://www.petrefuge.com/cat-adoption

Our Shelter is open to the Public on Thursday evenings from 6-8PM and on Saturdays from 10AM to 3PM.  If you haven’t completed an application, you will be asked to complete a short visitor form when you stop in.

Wanting the status of your submitted application?

Since the shelter is powered by volunteers, it may take up to 5 days for someone to get back with you. We appreciate your patience and understanding.  If you haven’t heard from anyone via phone or email, please press the button about and send us a message.

Are you looking for financial help for Veterinary Services?

We are sorry, but we do NOT have a program for this type of situation.

Need temporary housing for your pet?

We don’t have the ability to offer temporary housing for pets.  Please contact any of the area kennels or boarding facilities.

Looking for low cost spay/neuter services?

The following are clinics that that provide these services.

Saint Joseph County SNAP program:  https://petfriendlyservices.org/spay-neuter-services/spay-neuter-assistance-program-snap/

Franz Danztler Fund: http://www.frantzfund.com/about.html

Public Vet: https://www.pub.vet/

ABC Clinic: http://petrefugeabcclinic.com/

Is the online game “TREAT” legitimate?

Yes it is and thank you for playing TREAT!  This app is NOT a scam.  The Shelter receives food, medicine, and financial support because you are playing this game. Thanks again for supporting Pet Refuge.