Causes: Animal Protection & Welfare, Animals

Mission: Heartland's mission is to build a more compassionate community by teaching humane messages to our youth, caring for homeless animals and strengthening the human-animal bond.

Programs: Heartland provides lost/found services and an adoption program for homeless animals. This year, heartland served 1,464 animals. 920 animals found new, forever homes through our adoption program, 293 pets were returned to their owners, and 87 animals were transferred to local adoption partners. Over 78% of the animals entering our doors were saved. Dogs had a 9 day average length of stay and cats had a 25 day average length of stay. In our clinic, 965 heartland animals were spayed/neutered and 18 special surgeries were performed. 503 spay/neuter surgeries were performed for other shelters/rescue groups.

education of the public on pet ownership responsibilities. This program provides training to the public on pet ownership and control of the animal population. Humane education on bite prevention, basic animal care, and development of empathy in youth. This program works with students and youth clubs to instill an appreciation of animals and volunteerism.