The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)
The first humane organization in the Western Hemisphere. Its mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States.
Humane Society of the United States
The nation’s largest and most effective animal protection organization. Established in 1954, the HSUS seeks a humane and sustainable world for all animals, a world that will also benefit people.
For Therapy Dog training and Service Dogs.
Go to Dr. Dunbar’s site (Jamesandkenneth.com) for a free download of “Before You Get Your Puppy.” Dr. Dunbar is a world renowned Veterinarian, Animal Behaviorist and Dog Trainer who has offered his book, free of charge, to help stop the errors made with new puppies which often lead to their inadvertent abuse and, eventually, euthanasia. Get it and read it TODAY! Additionally, Dr. Dunbar has added “And After You Get Your Puppy” so his book is now titled:
BEFORE AND AFTER GETTING YOUR PUPPY and is available via Amazon.
Lots of other links Lee recommends
Baja Animal Sanctuary: www.bajaanimalsanctuary.org
FACE Foundation: www.face4pets.org
Friends of County Animal Shelters: focas-sandiego.org
Funding assistance for Labrador Retrievers with medical need: www.labradorharbor.org
Labradors & Friends Rescue: www.labradorsandfriends.org
Petfinder (small dogs available for adoption): www.petfinder.org /shelters/CA09.html
Rhodesian Ridgeback Rescue: www.sdrrc.org/rescue .html
San Diego Pet Adoption Site: www.sandiegopetadoption .com
Service Dog Training: www.pawsteams.org
SNAP (the Spay Neuter Action Project): Candace Schuman 858-456-1547
Water/swim therapy for dogs: www.cuttingedgek9.com