Q: Where does the Cape Ann Animal Aid get animals from?

A: We first and foremost accept dogs and cats locally either by owner surrender or from local rescue groups and animal controls. Additionally, we work with the Companion Animal Rescue, Inc. in Georgia as well as the Save-A-Sato organization in Puerto Rico.

Q: What is the Companion Animal Rescue, Inc in Georgia?

A: We actively work with and take dogs and puppies from this shelter located in Georgia, a part of the country where the practice of spaying/neutering dogs and cats is not as common or accepted as it is here in the Northeast. In many of the Southern states, animal control facilities and shelters are able to hold dogs and cats for only a few days before euthanizing them due to the sheer volume of animals in need. The Companion Animal Rescue, Inc in Georgia is dedicated to saving as many animals as possible. In a small way, our partnership with them is helping them to do so.

Q: What is the Save-a-Sato organization?

A. The Save A Sato Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for homeless and abused animals on the island of Puerto Rico.  Many of these animals live each day awaiting their untimely death whether it be from starvation, disease, injury or abuse.  Sato (pronounced sah-toe) is slang for an unwanted mixed breed stray dog in Puerto Rico. Satos come in many shapes and sizes, like all mixed breed dogs, but overall tend to be smaller size dogs. We are proud to help save the lives of the many dogs in need in Puerto Rico. You can find out more about the Save-a-Sato organization at www.saveasato.org.