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High Country Humane

David Adams

June 25, 2024

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High Country Humane

#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona

http://highcountryhumane.org

support@highcountryhumane.org

Service areas:

City of Flagstaff and Coconino County

High Country Humane is here today because of the dedication, commitment and heart of a diverse group of people and organizations, all with a unified vision: improving the lives of companion animals and the people who love them. In 2016, Liz Bohlke, Diane Jarvis, Ken Lamm and Pamela Tharp came together with a big idea: establish a new level of care for companion animals and their people in the City of Flagstaff and Coconino County. Diane, Pam and Liz brought their passion for helping homeless/at-risk companion animals manifested through Paw Placement of Northern Arizona (PPNAZ). Ken came with a passion for philanthropy and collaboration by engaging key community members toward common goals, and board chair experience with both the Wisconsin Humane Society and the Ozaukee County Humane Society. This committed group of people established the Flagstaff Animal Welfare Task Force, inviting a cross section of representatives from area rescue organizations, the philanthropic community, local veterinarians, as well as representatives from the city and county governments. In 2017, Flagstaff lost one of its key rescue organizations, Second Chance Center for Animals (SCCA), leaving a gap in community animal welfare services and an empty 20,000 square foot building built for that purpose. Recognizing an opportunity, the Task Force began to build community and governmental support for an initiative to move our community into the 21st century for animal services, and to encourage Coconino County and the City of Flagstaff to issue an intergovernmental agency Request for Proposal for animal welfare services. In 2018, a number of important factors came into play. The family of Dick and Jean Wilson (the founders of SCCA) and the Second Chance Center Board of Directors generously offered to donate the SCCA land and facility to the people of Coconino County providing that the building was used as an animal shelter, and in April, the City of Flagstaff and Coconino County issued their first ever intergovernmental agency Request for Proposal. Marshaling its community support and resources, the Task Force decided to bid on the contract for City and County shelter services, and established a new Board of Directors, utilizing the 501c3 status of PPNAZ as an umbrella, with the intention to do business as High Country Humane. This new Board brought a wealth of experience and expertise in animal welfare programs, shelter leadership, veterinary and shelter medicine, philanthropic fund development, animal facilities and contract management, and visionary leadership. In October 2018, High Country Humane, under the direction of this new Board of Directors, was awarded a five year intergovernmental agency contract with the City and County, to provide shelter services in the Second Chance building that was gifted to Coconino County. On January 1, 2019, High Country Humane officially opened its doors to serve the community. This new direction is an amazing opportunity for the people (and animals) of the City of Flagstaff and Coconino County. We take our new responsibility seriously, and look forward to serving our community for a very long time.

Mission and Vision

High Country Humane transforms lives by providing exceptional animal care and adoption services, supporting and strengthening the bond between pets and people, and advocating for the well-being of all animals.

Adoption Policy

THE PROCESS BROWSE The best way to view all our adoptable pets is right here on our website! Here, you can see pictures and read important information like gender, age, and adoption location. Please note that some of our adoptable pets may be at the shelter, in a foster home, or at our local Petsmart. We encourage you to take your time with this process and make a mental note of the pet(s) you’d like to meet! *For the well-being of our animals, we do not allow walk-throughs of the kennels. When you arrive at the shelter, please have a few pets in mind that you’d like to meet, and we will be happy to assist you with a meet & greet! MEET & GREET After narrowing down your search, we encourage you to spend time with your potential new best friend! You do NOT have to have an appointment to come in and visit. The shelter is open every single day between 11-5PM. Our dedicated team is here to assist and address any questions you might have. If you have other dog and you are not sure if your dog will get along with other dogs, please bring them with you for a meet & greet so that we can make sure they get along before going home with you! COMPLETE ADOPTION When you’ve found your perfect match, we’ll move on to complete the adoption. We ask that you sign an adoption agreement and pay the adoption fee. This fee helps chip in for the surgery, vaccines, and day-to-day care your new furry friend has had with us. Donations are always welcome; they help us take care of the next pet that comes through our doors! This is also a great time to ask our team any lingering questions you might have, and we’re here to provide you with resources so you and your new pet can start things off on the right paw. AFTER ADOPTION You have a new pet, how exciting! Please remember that each animal will have an adjustment period in their new home after adoption. Every pet is unique & will adjust differently, but as a general guideline you can follow the 3-3-3 rule! 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to learn your routine, and 3 months to start to feel at home. It doesn’t happen overnight, so give your new pet the patience they need to settle in & feel at home!

https://highcountryhumane.org/adopt-dog/

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David Adams is a man of many passions, but his love for dogs stands above all. He is not only a dog lover, but also the founder of an innovative platform called Sniffspot. This unique platform connects dog owners with private property owners who are willing to rent out their space for off-leash playtime. While the idea of Sniffspot was initially conceived by his wife, Rebecca, David has been the driving force behind its remarkable success, tirelessly overseeing its growth and development. David's dedication to providing safe and enjoyable spaces for dogs to play, explore, and socialize is evident in his unwavering commitment to Sniffspot. He strongly believes that dogs need ample space and opportunities to stretch their legs and have fun. As a result, he has worked tirelessly to build a network of private property owners across the country who share his vision and are willing to offer their space for the benefit of dogs and their owners. Despite his busy schedule, David always finds time to indulge in his passion for the great outdoors. He loves nothing more than exploring new hiking trails and embarking on thrilling outdoor adventures. Whenever he is not working on Sniffspot, he can often be found hiking or visiting multi-acre fenced sniffspots with his two beloved dogs, Soba and Toshii. He is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys the fresh air, breathtaking scenery, and the sense of freedom that comes with being in nature. David is based in Salem, MA.

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