Josie Adams
st. George —When a group of dog-loving like-minded people witness an overcrowded shelter, they turn their mission into an official non-profit rescue operation to care for, protect and advocate for dogs in need. I made it my goal.
Kyla Kane, New Start K9’s volunteer marketing coordinator, told St. George News: “There are so many animals and we don’t have enough money and resources. increase.”
Foster-based 501(c)3 nonprofit New Start K9 to launch in 2021 We have a vision of a life free of suffering and pain for all dogs. They support animal shelters in both Washington County and rural New Mexico, provide rescue transportation, and place dogs in foster care until they find their forever homes.
New Start K9 Volunteer Adoption Coordinator Josey Adams said: “If we didn’t love it, we wouldn’t do it. Especially when you see them have new families and lives and remember where they came from.” , very rewarding. And they will always remember you.”
Adams, who has four dogs and four children, said her children love having foster dogs inside and outside the home. By raising yourself, your dog will become more social, ready to start training, and get along better with another family member.
Volunteer technology coordinator Brandon Ferrell says the unique foster program gives you the chance to bring interested dogs into your own home on a trial basis. The organization offers everything you need to start caring for your dog, including free dog food, kennels, and dog beds.
“Nurture can be a big stepping stone,” said Ferrell. “They usually end up hiring them later, but we want them to know it’s a good fit. That’s how they fully adopt and commit.”
To make sure the dog goes to the best possible home, Adams recommends calling referrers, conducting home checks, and meeting and greeting other dogs and children in the home. , said it is scrutinizing potential adoptive families. If your dog is not doing well for any reason, Rescuers will happily return the dog to their care. Once adopted, it also allows owners to look after their dogs through foster homes while on vacation.
“That’s our goal. A forever home,” says Adams. “We want them to know that this is a huge responsibility and we don’t want the dog to feel abandoned again. We want to make sure it’s good for adopters and dogs too.”
New Start K9 is currently foster-based with the goal of opening a facility in the future, so Adams said only dogs that are healthy and able to move into a home with other dogs, children and cats will be accepted. They will work with other rescue groups in the area to assist reactive dogs and dogs in need of medical services.
The number of volunteers in the organization fluctuates due to a mix of static and foster volunteers. They need volunteers ranging from foster parents to fundraisers to administrators.
“We are always looking for people who want to volunteer with us,” said Ferrell. “Events, computer side, financial side, basically anything you want to try, volunteer to help us, we’re always here to help.”
New Start K9 needs temporary foster care. According to Adams, it’s as easy as bringing your dog over the holidays or weekends.
Considering the lifestyle of each foster parent, we will give it to someone who seems to be a good fit for you. All foster parents receive the supplies they need to care for their dogs, so there are no out-of-pocket costs. You will also need dog food, beds, treats, blankets and other supplies.
New Start K9 is website, Venmo and PayPal @newstartk9. All donations go directly to dogs in need. As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, donations are tax deductible. Follow New Start K9 on Facebook or Instagram for more dogs available and updates.
Meet volunteers and adoptable dogs in person at the events below.
Event details
- What: New Start K9 Introductory Event
- When: December 17th from 11am to 1pm
- Location: PetSmart, 15 S. River Road, St. George
- free entrance
- Please see the event page for details.
Ed. Note: We recommend that you seek professional advice regarding tax advice and investment risks when making charitable donations.
Photo gallery
New Start K9 volunteers set up a booth at the Pride Festival in St. George, Utah. Photo credit: Kyla Kane, St. George News
The dog currently being adopted, Chase, poses for the camera, location and date have not been identified. Photo credit: Kyla Kane, St. George News
A community donation trailer for New Start K9 appears. The location and date have not been specified. Photo credit: Kyla Kane, St. George News
Doodle’s dog is transferred to Las Vegas Lab Rescue via New Start K9. The location and date have not been specified. Photo credit: Kyla Kane, St. George News
New Start K9 attends the Modern Pet Adoption Halloween event in St. George, Utah. Photo credit: Kyla Kane, St. George News
(From left) Kyla Kane, Josie Adams and Brandon Ferrell smile for the camera, St. George, Utah, November 20, 2022 | Photo by Jesse Bunn, St. George News
New Start K9 attends the Modern Pet Adoption Event in St. George, Utah. No date given | Photo credit: Kyla Kane, St. George News
A moose, a dog currently being adopted, poses for the camera. A place and date were not specified. Photo credit: Kyla Kane, St. George News
New Start K9 Volunteers take pictures at the Mutts at the Mall event. The location and date have not been specified. Photo credit: Kyla Kane, St. George News
The New Start K9 booth was unveiled at the Mutts at the Mall event. The location and date have not been specified. Photo credit: Kyla Kane, St. George News
New Start K9 volunteers prepare for an adoption event at PetSmart in St. George, Utah. No date specified. Photo credit: Kyla Kane, St. George News
Before and after photos of Timon the dog rescued by New Start K9. The location and date have not been specified. Photo credit: Kyla Kane, St. George News
Before and after photos of a dog rescued by New Start K9. The location and date have not been specified. Photo credit: Kyla Kane, St. George News
Before and after rescue photos show Olivia, the dog who is now available for adoption. The location and date have not been specified. Photo credit: Kyla Kane, St. George News
New Start K9 volunteers prepare to participate in the Utah Tech Parade. The location and date have not been specified. Photo credit: Kyla Kane, St. George News
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