Our Vision
“A world where no adoptable shelter pets in Ohio are euthanized; a world where these pets have a good outcome.”
Our Mission
To rescue dogs and cats from high kill shelters, primarily in Ohio, and to transport them to safe environments where they can be matched and evaluated with a new family. We also raise funds for veterinary care, transportation and food for rescued animals. Stop the Suffering provides resources to promote responsible pet ownership.
Our Work
Too many of our rural companion pets die in our rural shelters because there are no places for them. These pets need help quickly including but not limited to:
- Care in shelter including food, de-worming, vaccines, flea and tick prevention
- Veterinary care both routine and urgent
- Temporary placement pending rescue
- Plan for spay/neuter
- Facilitating their release to a rescue group
- Transport to our own rescue or to over 100 pre-approved rescue groups
The Difference
The biggest difference between STS and most other animal rescue groups is that we operate a major transport program for moving rural Ohio shelter animals from counties such as Scioto, Lawrence, Licking, Perry and several others to approved rescues in other areas.
We pride ourselves on the fact that we transport 50-100+ animals to safe havens each week. In 2016, we saved 4,150 lives through our transport program.
In addition to transport, STS operates adoption and sponsorship programs. Last year, we cared for and found forever homes for 71 dogs and 4 cats. Through our sponsor program -- shelter pull fees, vaccinations, acute medical care, spay and neuters, and boarding expenses, we were able to help over 1,875 animals.