Foundation grant aids Oconee Humane work

Oconee Humane Society is receiving a $14,743.12 grant from Banfield Foundation®.  The  grant will go directly to the purchase of medical equipment to increase the safety and comfort of pets during surgical procedures at the organization’s new Pet Care Clinic.  The clinic, slated to open later this year alongside the current adoption center, will further Oconee Humane Society’s mission to improve the lives of pets and end pet overpopulation in Oconee County.

 

“The Banfield Foundation grant will allow our clinic to provide state-of-the-art anesthesia, monitoring, intravenous fluid administration and maintenance of patient body temperature,” said Dr. Paul Black, Oconee Humane Society Board of Directors President.  “This equipment will increase safety and successful surgical outcomes. We are truly grateful to have the support of Banfield Foundation as we expand our ability to help pets in need.”

 

The Oconee Humane Society’s Pet Care Clinic’s primary mission will be to support low-cost spay and neuter surgeries, but will have the capability to provide enhanced care for dogs and cats in the shelter system.  Thousands of pets stream into the county shelter each year. Many need routine medical care and most require spay or neuter surgery before being placed for adoption.  Couple this with more than 3,000 low-cost spay/neuter vouchers provided annually to county residents and the demand for veterinary services is great. The new clinic will bring additional avenues for timely spay/neuter surgeries and for medical care for homeless pets.

 

“We are thrilled to have Banfield Foundation join us as we begin to write a new chapter in our quest to help dogs and cats in need and end pet overpopulation in Oconee County,” said Angel Newman, Director.