While we strive to support pet owners in our community, some services are beyond our capabilities. We do not have a veterinarian on staff, which means we are unable to provide spaying, neutering, grooming, or training. However, we understand the importance of these services and want to help by offering a list of trusted local providers. Our goal is to connect you with the resources you need to ensure the best care for your pet.Dog Introduction VideoIntroducing dogs the right way is essential for building positive relationships and preventing conflicts. In this video, we walk you through step-by-step techniques for safe and successful dog introductions—whether you’re bringing a new dog into your home, introducing playmates, or working in a shelter environment.You’ll learn:✔️ How to read canine body language✔️ The importance of neutral territory✔️ When to intervene and when to give space✔️ Why rushing introductions can lead to long-term behavioral issuesProper introductions set the stage for healthy, stress-free interactions. Watch now to ensure every meet-and-greet is a positive experience—for both dogs and humans. Click the link below!Dog Introduction – Leash Walking Acclimation24/7 EMERGENCY VETERINARY CLINICSAppleton – BluePearl Pet Hospital (24/7 Emergency Care)Address: 4706 New Horizons Blvd, Appleton, WI 54914Phone: (920) 993-9193Near Wausau – Paw Health Network (24/7 Emergency Care)Address: 1440 Kronenwetter Dr, Kronenwetter, WI 54455Phone: (715) 693-6934ANIMAL CONTROL/REPORT ANIMAL ABUSE SHAWANO COUNTYFor life threatening situations – CALL 9-1-1 ASAPAll other situations – call the Sheriff’s Department (715) 526-3111POISON CONTROL HOTLINESASPCA Animal Poison Control Center: (888) 426-4435Pet Poison Helpline: (855) 764-7661SICK OR INJURED WILDLIFEWisconsin DNRPhone: 608-267-0866Email: DNRWildlifeSwitchboard@wisconsin.govTNR – TRAP, NEUTER, RETURNLow-cost spay and neuter for feral/community cats.Gresham – Joy’s PlacePhone: 715-851-6501Email: joysplacerescue@yahoo.comhttps://www.joysplacerescue.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJKZx9leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHY0wIGRE2_IK5FgEh4ZFNyMnV4wSFhfDUVxeok2bJfkKwpV-F7XyCtydcQ_aem_2DTYmY9kDSXr8_KaoYh5JAGreen Bay – Cats AnonymousPhone: (920) 321-1967https://catsanonymous.org/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR09g10z7HWVv8DFTFn52mq88ihvzbTO_f8ZaL7jwZj9-fgjmEmy5BzM468_aem_PC_tWmHUd1fw9nRhUXxepgWausau – The Fix Is InEmail: info@thefixisin.orgWebsite: https://thefixisin.org/Wisconsin Humane Society (Ozaukee or West Allis locations)WHS Ozaukee location – (262) 377-7580WHS West Allis location – (414) 323-6163Website: https://www.wihumane.org/services/tnr LOW COST VET CAREShawano – PetVet @ Tractor Supply – vaccines, flea & tick, testing, microchip, and deworming servicesPhone: (715) 526-2938https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/services/petvet?srsltid=AfmBOorzpAXlLqHHEL6Ibpxt45cZe0cCaHqG3n86yuDrnYbTpms4vKHkNeillsville – FixaPet – low-cost spay/neuter program for cats, dogs  and bunnies. Open to anyone from anywherePhone: (715) 937-7770Website: https://www.cchs-petshelter.org/fixapet-spay-neuter-programWausau – The Fix Is In – low cost spay/neuterEmail: info@thefixisin.orgWebsite: https://thefixisin.org/Green Bay – Happily Ever AfterPhone: (920) 634-9701Website: https://www.heanokill.org/Fond du Lac – Critter Junction Pet Rescue – spay/neuter for catsPhone: (920) 933-5111Website: http://www.critterjunctionpetrescue.org/home.htmlMerrill – Rescued Pet Veterinary Kare ClinicPhone: (715) 409-2919Waupaca County Humane Society (must live in Waupaca, Waushara, or Shawano Counties to apply) – all vet services cats, dogs, and rabbits.Phone: (715) 258-2545Email: waupacahumane@yahoo.com Website: https://www.waupacahumane.org/clinicFox Valley Humane AssociationPhone: (920) 733-1717 ext. 113Email: humaneofficer@foxvalleypets.org https://www.foxvalleypets.org/services/low-cost-vaccine-clinics/ Spay Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP)SNAP is designed to reduce pet overpopulation by providing low-cost spay/neuter services at the WHS Green Bay Campus for those who qualify. Appointments are offered on select days, with drop-offs scheduled in the morning and pick-ups in the late afternoon/early evening.Green Bay – Wisconsin Humane SocietyPhone: (920) 469-3110Website: https://www.wihumane.org/contactWest Allis – Wisconsin Humane SocietyPhone: (414) 323-6163Website: https://www.wihumane.org/contactAppleton – Fox Valley Humane AssociationEmail: wellness@foxvalleypets.org with your name, phone number, and the service you are looking to get doneWebsite: https://www.foxvalleypets.org/services/snap/ MEDICAL GRANT INFORMATIONHeart2Heart Pet Lifeline, Inc. (La Crosse, WI): This nonprofit organization provides veterinary grants for emergency care and urgent procedures, typically offering grants of $350, with potential for higher amounts under certain circumstances. They collaborate with local veterinarians and rescue organizations to keep pets healthy and in loving homes.Website: https://www.heart2heartpet.org/Email: h2hpetlife@gmail.comRedRover Relief Urgent Care Grants: RedRover provides financial assistance for pet guardians facing economic hardship when pets are in life-threatening situations. The average grant is around $250, intended to fill a small funding gap preventing an animal from receiving care.Website: https://redrover.org/get-help/Banfield Foundation’s HOPE Funds: The HOPE Funds program offers financial assistance for income-qualified pet owners whose pets are suffering from immediately life-threatening conditions. Applicants do not need to be existing Banfield Pet Hospital clients, but treatment and the application process must be conducted at a Banfield Pet Hospital.Email: grants@banfieldfoundation.orgPetSmart Charities Grants: PetSmart Charities provides grant funding to support organizations that advocate and care for the well-being of pets and their families. Their grants aim to connect pets with loving homes, improve access to affordable veterinary care, and support families in times of crisis with access to food, shelter, and emergency relief.Website: https://petsmartcharities.org/pro/grants Phone: (800) 423-7387The Pet Fund: The Pet Fund assists with non-basic, non-urgent care such as cancer treatment, heart disease, chronic conditions, and eye diseases. They focus on helping pet owners who cannot afford necessary veterinary care for their pets’ special needs.Website: animalfoundation.comPaws 4 A Cure: Paws 4 A Cure provides financial assistance to dogs and cats in need of urgent veterinary care. Grants typically do not exceed $500 and are intended to assist with injuries and illnesses requiring immediate attention.Website: https://www.paws4acure.org/askforhelp.php ANIMAL RESCUES (cats, dogs, birds, guinea pigs, etc.)Keshena Animal Help and Rescue – animals on the Menominee Indian Reservation in Keshena WisconsinComments, General Inquiries, FoodGanelle Betz 920-562-9880Medical Emergencies, Missing DogsPam Kahl – 920-729-9421Dog Houses, Spay or neuter appointmentsJune Ashford – 920-336-3930Heartworm medicine, Unwanted dogs, puppies, cats, and kittensLisa Wilson 715-853-9227Website: http://www.kahrwi.org/​Gresham – Joy’s Place – cat rescuePhone: 715-851-6501Email: joysplacerescue@yahoo.comhttps://www.joysplacerescue.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJKZx9leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHY0wIGRE2_IK5FgEh4ZFNyMnV4wSFhfDUVxeok2bJfkKwpV-F7XyCtydcQ_aem_2DTYmY9kDSXr8_KaoYh5JABirnamwood – Saving Strayz – cat rescuePhone: (715) 304-7640Email: savingstrayz1@outlook.comWebsite: https://www.savingstrayz.net/Green Bay – Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary – Cats and dogs with physical and mental disabilitiesPhone: (920) 489-2462Website: https://safehavenpet.org/Marion & Green Bay – Happily Ever After Pet Sanctuary – cats and dogsPhone: (920) 634-9701Website: https://www.heanokill.org/Neenah – Orphaned Animal Fosters/RescuePhone: (920) 588-4430Website: https://www.orphananimalrescue.org/Wisconsin DNR – sick or injured wildlifePhone: 608-267-0866Email: DNRWildlifeSwitchboard@wisconsin.govCecil – S&U Exotic Animal Rescue – most small mammals, birds, reptiles, and exotic animals, no cats or dogsPhone: (920) 445-4333Email: summertheys@yahoo.comhttps://www.facebook.com/people/S-U-Exotic-Animal-Rescue/61550343517459/?_rdr Gresham – Call for Squirrels, Opossums, Rodents, Rabbits, and other small mammalsPhone: Susie Hoffman (715) 787-3573Reptile and Bat RehabPhone: Deb Frederick (920) 883-9888Antigo – Raptor Education Group (REGI) – sick and injured birdsPhone:  (715) 623-4015Website: https://www.raptoreducationgroup.org/Neenah – J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue – fish, invertebrates, reptiles, pet birds, small mammals, and plantsPhone: (920) 558-4015Website: https://www.jraar.org/Tigerton – The Greener Pasture – rescued farm animalsPhone: (715) 581-7664Email: thegreenerpasturewi@gmail.com Website: https://www.thegreenerpasture.org/Fond du Lac – Critter Junction Pet Rescue – Take in Cats, Kittens, Dogs, Puppies  Gerbils, Hamsters, Guinea Pigs, Rabbits, Birds and various exotics such as lizards and snakes and many morePhone: (920) 933-5111Website: http://www.critterjunctionpetrescue.org/home.htmlWausau – Fetch Foster and Rescue –  dogs onlyPhone: (715) 446-0783‬Email: fetchfosterandrescue@gmail.com Website: https://www.fetchfosterandrescue.com/For another comprehensive list of ALL types of Animal Rescues and Rehab Centers visit: http://birdrescues.org/wisconsin-bird-rescues-bird-rehabs-and-wildlife-hospitals/ VETERINARY SERVICESTraveling Veterinarians/In-Home EuthanasiaPulaski – Veterinary House CallsPhone: (920) 822-8575Website: https://veterinaryhousecallswi.com/ Fur-Ever Loved, LLC (In-Home Euthanasia)Phone: (715) 304-3466Website: https://fureverlovedllc.com/ TRAINING AND BEHAVIOR RESOURCESLocal Trainers or Training ClassesBalanced K9 Training – Josh SpicePhone: (920) 639-5043Email: Josh.Balancedk9training@gmail.comWebsite: https://joshbalancedk9training.com/ SM’s Pawacive Training – Sadie MichaelPhone: (608) 844-7687Email: mercedesmichael0326@gmail.com Behavioral HelplinesWisconsin Humane Society: (414) 431-6173Animal tips and behavior management.Animal Humane Society: (952) 435-7738Used for information on managing pet’s behavior, a referral for veterinary care, pet-friendly housing, low-cost spay/neuter surgery, or other local assistance programs.Offers a “Pet Resources Library” with very helpful information.PET BOARDERS AND GROOMERSShawano – Pink Shears Pet GroomingPhone:  (715) 526-2010Website: https://pinkshearspetgroomingshawano.com/Shawano – Jill’s Pet GroomingPhone:  (715) 524-2272Website: https://localpetstores.net/explore/jills-pet-grooming/Shawano – Deb Frederick – Certified to groom hard-to-groom animalsPhone:  (920) 883-9888Shawano – Complete Canine Care Center (boarding and grooming)Phone: (715) 524-2838Website: https://www.facebook.com/completecaninecare/ Other resourcesIf you want to help outdoor cats in the area by constructing a shelter, here are instructions:https://www.alleycat.org/resources/how-to-build-an-outdoor-shelter/https://shawanohumanesociety.com/about-us/?