Adirondack Save‑A‑Stray has quietly helped families in our community for years—providing low‑cost veterinary care, flea control, vaccines, emergency medical support, and so much more. We’ve always stepped in when someone needed us, without fanfare, simply because it was the right thing to do.

This year, the need has grown beyond anything we expected. That’s why we’ve made this work an official part of our mission and created Adirondack Save‑A‑Stray Outreach—a program dedicated to keeping pets healthy, safe, and in their homes. We set aside funds to launch it, but in just a few short weeks, those funds have nearly disappeared. The demand is overwhelming, and the stories are heartbreaking.

When a beloved pet faces a medical emergency, many families have no choice but to turn to an emergency clinic. If they can’t pay upfront, they’re often told the only option is euthanasia. We believe that ending an animal’s life simply because someone is struggling financially is unthinkable. If an animal can be saved and go on to live a happy life, we feel morally obligated to help.

What Your Support Has Already Made Possible
A dog saved from a fatal infection. A family was told their dog had a broken foot requiring a $3,000 surgery. Our vet discovered the real issue—a piece of metal lodged in the paw. We covered the X‑rays, surgery, and medication. Without help, this dog would have died from infection.

A woman and her 30 rescued cats. She had cared for them for years, but illness and financial hardship left her unable to keep up. When she arrived at our shelter, she was covered in flea bites. We provided over 30 doses of flea medication, deworming support, and ongoing care—helping both her and her animals regain comfort and dignity.

A family facing eviction. A woman and her daughter had nowhere to go with their two cats. We paid for a hotel room and ensured the cats were safe until they could get back on their feet.

A cat spared from unnecessary euthanasia. A family was told their cat needed to be put down due to a urinary blockage. We stepped in, paid for the surgery and medication, and today that cat is thriving.

And these are only a few of the stories. Every day brings another call, another crisis, another life that hangs in the balance.

We Need You to Keep This Lifeline Alive
We are turning once again to the people who have always stood beside us—our supporters, our community, our animal lovers. This outreach program is saving lives, preventing surrenders, and keeping families whole. But we cannot continue it without your help.

There is no other program like this in our region. Without it, many animals will suffer, be surrendered, or lose their lives simply because their families are struggling financially.

Your donation—no matter the size—directly saves lives. It keeps tails wagging, hearts purring, and families together.

Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for believing in this mission and helping us protect the animals who depend on us all.