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Heart of the Foothills

501(c)(3) public charity

Programs

The work, broken down.

Five programs, one mission. Each is staffed, measured, and accountable.

Program 01

Adoption Program

Dogs and cats available at our Rutherfordton campus. Meet-and-greet appointments seven days a week. Every adoption includes vaccines, microchip, and spay or neuter.

Program 02

Foster Network

Foster homes provide temporary care for pets who need a break from shelter life: nursing moms, recovering medical cases, puppies and kittens too young to be in a kennel.

Program 03

Rutherford County Animal Control Partnership

Our campus shares space with Rutherford County Animal Control, allowing us to intake and rehome pets surrendered to the county every day.

Program 04

Cats at Play Cafe

A cage-free lounge where adopters meet cats outside a kennel. Better matches, less stress for the animals, fewer returns.

Program 05

Volunteer and Community Outreach

Weekly volunteer shifts for hands-on animal care, offsite adoption events at local businesses, and an Amazon Wishlist for supply donations.