Matching Our Homeless with Our Heros
A way to say "thanks"
Time and again ordinary people have served our Nation in extraordinary ways so that all Americans can pursue the happiness our Founding Fathers envisioned. By their service, they have kept America strong and they have protected our way of life.
Animals can also play an important role in our daily lives. They supply us with an unconditional love, protection and loyalty only an animal can give. We would like to thank our Veterans by pairing them up with a homeless animal that has so much to offer.
Who Qualifies?
Any resident of Bannock, Bingham, Caribou, Franklin, Oneida or Power County who is serving in the armed forces or is a Veteran qualifies for the program.
Identification needed to show proof of Veteran status includes:
- DD214 Member 4 copy or equivalent paperwork/card; or
- VA Health Care Card; or
- Military Identification Card; or
- Dependent Identification Card (families with children under 18 years are eligible).
What does the program pay for?
The program pays 75% of the regular adoption fee at the Pocatello Animal Shelter (based on available funding). Call the Shelter for current adoption rates.
What does the adoption fee cover?
Dogs – Fee covers spay/neuter surgery, rabies vaccination, license, microchip, 1-2 parvo-distemper vaccinations, collar and leash.
Cats – Fee covers spay/neuter surgery, rabies vaccination, microchip, 1-2 upper respiratory/distemper vaccinations, feline leukemia/aids testing, collar and carry box.
My landlord wants my pet to be certified for housing. Can this program help?
Your landlord has valid concerns about allowing you to have a pet in your home. Our adoption program includes most of the vaccinations required, talk to the shelter staff for more information.
For more information to help you get your new dog involved in dog training classes so it can qualify for the Canine Good Citizenship Certificate. Call Karen 313-7182 or Sherry 313-5335 with K5 Kennels.
How can you help?
This program is based on available funding through donations. If you would like to help keep the program going, please contact the Pocatello Animal Shelter at 208-234-6156 or send donations earmarked to:
"Pets For Vets"
Friends of the Pocatello Animal Shelter
P.O. Box 281
Pocatello, ID 83204
The Shelter Staff reserves the right to refuse an adoption.
All adoptions must follow regular adoption policies and procedures set in place by the Pocatello Animal Shelter.
This program and fees are based on available funding by donations and adoption fees set by City Council resolution.
Program Sponsored by:
Vietnam Vets/Legacy Vets Motorcycle Club
Pocatello, Idaho
208-241-3349
Bannock County Veterans Services
Bannock County Courthouse Annex
130 N. 6th Ave., Ste. A
Pocatello, ID 83201
208-236-7411
K-5 Kennels
Grooming-Training-Boarding-DayCare
13917 W Yellowstone Rd
237-2294
Karen 313-7182
Sherry 313-5335
Pocatello Animal Shelter
3100 Avenue of the Chiefs
P.O. Box 4169
Pocatello, Idaho 83205-4169
208-234-6156