Vermont Volunteer Services for Animals Humane Society Programs
Vermont Spay/Neuter Incentive Program (VSNIP)
Hundreds of loving, adoptable, animals are killed in VT yearly due to over breeding. There is a program available for Vermonters on State/Federal assistance programs. Send a self addressed stamped envelope (#10) with .61 cents postage to: VSNIP, P.O. Box 100, Bridgewater, VT 05034. Request one application per animal.
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Political Action
We are fortunate to live in a state that recognizes the need to legislatively protect the welfare of animals. VVSA has been instrumental in the passage of several bills:
1) Update and improvements to the animal welfare statute, includes making some forms of abuse a felony.
2) Creation of Vermont Spay Neuter Incentive Program (VSNIP). VVSA spearheaded the legislative initiative, and now administers this widely successful program.
3) The rabies vaccine injection schedule extended from 2 to 3 years.
4) Prohibition of online Internet Hunting from entering our state.
5) Inclusion of animals in a Relief from Abuse Court order, which protects animals involved in volatile domestic relationships.
6) Inclusion of animals during evacuations following natural disasters.
7) Inclusion of animals in the municipal ticketing system which enables law enforcement to address certain violations of our animal welfare statute (Title 13, Chapter 8 civilly versus criminally. This approach may be the answer to the overcrowded court system that too often ignores the plight of abused animals for lack of time and manpower.
Pending: Pet Merchant
Your input and help is critical to our democratic system. Please call for information on how you can make a difference.
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Cruelty Investigations
VVSA works to protect the welfare of animals through investigation of cruelty and neglect complaints. We work with law enforcement agencies throughout the state and have contracted with the Windsor County Sheriff's Department.
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Humane Education and Outreach
VVSA's educational programs have included lecture series in elementary schools, after-school program and senior-citizen centers to discuss animals related topics.
One of the key ways to provide humane education is through the media. VVSA has advertised programs and animal welfare issues through public service announcements, print media, radio and public television.
Look for VVSA on Channel 8 Public Access!
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Senior Citizen Assistance
Seniors often rely on animal companionship but can be financially strained due to prohibitive animal care costs. VVSA provides support and assistance to help seniors feed and take care of their animal companions.
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Humane Trap, Neuter and Release Programs
VVSA lends humane traps, including a very large dog trap, (free of charge) for the safe and humane relocation of animals in jeopardy.
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Forever Homes
VVSA has helped place many animals in need, into their forever home!
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NEW! Foster Home Program
Join our Foster Home program, where we help cats who need time and TLC with humans in order to become adopted. Many cats we help have been living outdoors for some time and need help to become re-integrated within a household. Because they were stray for so long, many of the cats would not do well in a shelter in a cage and would not be accepted by shelters as long-term strays are so fearful. If you have the extra love and can give some one-on-one, we have plenty of cats who could benefit from being fostered. To become a foster caretaker, please call VVSA at 672-5302 or Annie at 779-6022. Of course, if you have interest in adopting a kitty permanently too, please call.
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