For more than 40 years the Al-Van Humane Society has coped with the effects of pet overpopulation.  Thousands of supporters have labored tirelessly caring for tens of thousands of homeless pets.  Experience has taught us that pet overpopulation must be prevented; it cannot be cured.  

 

The supporters of Al-Van have always answered the call to help improve the welfare of animals.  During this our 40th year, we can become a leader in stopping pet overpopulation.  The Al-Van Humane Society has the ability to make Every Cat and Dog Count.  Forty years has taught us well.  

 

To affirm that Every Cat and Dog Count, we recently did something different:  November 1, 2007 through February 29, 2008, Al-Van sponsored a program with the cooperation of veterinarians in Allegan and Van Buren counties.  Examinations, vaccinations and spay/neuter assistance were provided for pet owners who were actively caring for their pets but who were at risk of having to give them up for financial reasons.  The program's success was measured by the 59 spay/neuters performed resulting in the main prevention of numerous potential shelter residents.  The program also allowed pets to remain with their families and out of our shelter.

 

Unfortunately, funding has run out and in order to continue this preventive program, Al-Van is again asking for your help by introducing a cage sponsorship program to raise money specifically for Every Cat and Dog Count spay/neuter program.  By sponsoring an Al-Van cage, you will show nearly 3000 visitors a year that you care by helping to make pet spaying and neutering affordable for pets at risk.  If you would like to contribute to this program, please complete this form and send it in.  

The Al-Van Humane Society (AVHS) is looking for Area Representatives to serve on the Board of the AVHS.  We are in need of Area Representatives in the following cities and towns, City of South Haven, South Haven Township, City of Bangor.  Area Representatives act as a liaison for AVHS and their communities.  They help procure money from the community in support of AVHS as well as making sure the community is getting what it needs from AVHS.  Both the Area Representatives and AVHS work together in it's quest to spay/neuter all pets, lower the number of homeless pets and to find homes for all homeless pets.  If you are interested in becoming an Area Representative and serving on the AVHS Board, please contact Elizabeth Miller, President at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it   or you can call the shelter and leave a message for Elizabeth at 269-637-5062.