PETS COME FIRST
# 814-364-1725 www . petscomefirst . net
Rescue Spotlight :
PETS COME FIRST
# 814-364-1725 www . petscomefirst . net
Pets Come First is a 501c ( 3 ) non-profit , non-euthanasia organization . Our mission is to facilitate the placement of stray and unwanted animals into loving homes . We are dedicated to ensuring responsible shelter management within our community , working together to eliminate the critical overpopulation of homeless , stray and abused animals . Educating our community on the importance of spaying and neutering all animals will decrease the number of surrendered and unwanted animals to area shelters and rescue groups . We work in partnership with other rescues , local & state police , Humane Officers , and Dog Law Enforcement Officers to provide monetary and voluntary resources to support and sponsor local animal programs within our community . We will offer emergency placement , food , and medical services for the pets of approved and responsible lowincome families and senior citizens .
Founded in 2005 , Pets Come First ( PCF ) quickly began working with the Centre Hall PSPCA located on General Potter Highway . In less than 3 years PCF was able to help the shelter transform from an 87 % euthanasia rate to no-kill in 2008 . In 2010 , PCF was offered to take over running the shelter and in 2012 signed a 2 year lease that would lead to official ownership of the facility and property in 2015 . Adoptions have continued to increase every year , and over 600 animals annually are adopted into their new homes .
Through the years , PCF has worked closely with a variety of other organizations developing TNR programs . The old manager ’ s house on the property was utilized as a clinic and PCF partner with the Animal Welfare Council ( Allegheny Spay and Neuter Clinic ) to offer a satellite clinic location for low cost spay and neuter . The satellite clinic has relocated in Centre Hall , but PCF continues a close relationship selling vouchers for a discounted rate .
Our organization has taken in everything from Guinea Pigs to Potbelly pigs ! Rabbits , hamsters , and chinchillas have all found forever home with PCF . We also have a sanctuary for 15 horses , that will live out their lives safely with us .
Photos : Pets Come First facility in Centre Hall , and our " Catio ," built by the Eagle Scouts - Troop 370 in Bellefonte .
ADOPT • FOSTER • SPONSOR • RESCUE DONATE • VOLUNTEER • EDUCATE • TRANSPORT !
Pets Come First 2451 General Potter Hwy . Centre Hall
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