Project ARF Evansville - Animal Resource Foundation

01/15/2025

📢 Animal Control Town Hall Reminder!
Let’s turn those likes and shares into real impact!

Don’t forget about tonight’s town hall meeting! This is a fantastic opportunity to voice your concerns, ask questions, and learn more about what’s happening at Animal Control.

We’re proud to share that Donald Osgood will represent Project ARF at the event, advocating for the paws and claws in our community. 🐾✨

Let’s work together to make a difference! See you there!.

Send a message to learn more

01/15/2025

Evansville Animal Care & Control (Official) is at code red again; if you have any interest in Bartnus or know of someone, now is the time to act. Also, pulling another dog that can leave immediately helps dogs like Bartnus. Don't shop; go to EACC and find your future buddy, protector, bed hog, or whatever you desire. Concerned about training needs or things like that, we can connect you with a trainer who provides discounts for Project ARF, and in some instances, we will sponsor training as well.

01/14/2025

🐾 Meet Mr. Bartnus: The Lovable Jokester! 🐾

Today, we had the pleasure of meeting Bartnus, a big, lovable German Shepherd who’s been one of the longest residents at Evansville Animal Control. This sweet and playful soul is ready to find his forever home!

Bartnus is a fun-loving jokester with a great personality. He even tried to steal our hat and had us chase him around the playroom for a few minutes – all in good fun, of course! He’s intelligent, playful, and sure to bring joy to any family.

Can you open your home to Bartnus and help him find his way out of the shelter?

Comes with >:
✨ Project ARF is sponsoring 6 hours of training with SSS Paws Training, LLC, to ensure he gets the extra attention he needs.
✨Zoomies to ZZZ Mobile Dog Gym is also offering a discounted session.

Here’s what you need to know about Bartnus:

⚡ Energy Level: High – perfect for an active family.
🎓 Training Needs: Some leash training and basic manners (covered by training).
🩺 Health: Might have some mild hip soreness to monitor.
👶🐶 Compatibility: Great with kids, but no other dogs, please.

Bartnus is intelligent, playful, and eager to bond with the right family. Let’s get this sweet guy the fresh start he deserves! 🐕❤️

📍 Visit Evansville Animal Control and meet Bartnus today!

01/14/2025

ARF peeps, please share and see if we can help find Rocky a home. 7 months is too long; this fella needs a home. ARF is including 6 hours of private sessions with SSS Paws Training, LLC to whom ever adopts this fella via our Best Paw Forward Program.

Friends, we need help. Rocky is only a couple weeks away from hitting the 7 MONTH mark at Warrick County Animal Control 💔😭.

He's been so close to losing his life for the sake of space so many times during these past several months, but has managed to squeak by watching other pups get adopted month after month.🥺

We know Rocky had a family at one point, but definitely went through a rough time. He was brought in as a stray that was extremely skinny. He was covered in ticks. He had ugly gashes and sores on his body 💔. He'd been through it.

However, Rocky showed that he had manners🩵. He knows sit. He keeps a very tidy kennel. He knows paw. He can be so affectionate and I know once he finds a human he can trust, he will be the most loyal boy. 🥰

He has struggled with other animals at the shelter; however, it's quite possible that he could find that perfect fur sibling 🥰 (just like Buddy did). He just needs a meet and greet with other animals that would be living with him!🐾

He also would do best in a home with older children.💚

I know there has to be the perfect home out there for him. There's got to be someone that understands a rough past. Someone that is willing to show him that he matters.

Rocky is always at a 🚨code red🚨. His life could be lost any day because he is the longest resident.

Please help me find Rocky the perfect home. His life is chain link fence and cinder block walls. And that's no life 💔.

Rocky is a 4-5 year old Great Dane mix. He's neutered, utd on vaccinations, flea treated, and has 💛NO ADOPTION FEE💛

🌟Our Friends at Project ARF Evansville - Animal Resource Foundation will graciously sponsor 4 training sessions via SSS Paws Training, LLC. That includes 6 hours of private sessions. Covered via their Best Paw Forward Program for Rocky, also!🌟

Warrick County Animal Control is open Monday-Friday 8am-4pm. 📞 Call the outreach coordinator at 812-897-6107!

01/14/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Our Snow Day Pic Winner! 🎉

It doesn’t get any cuter than this – a cat out in the snow wearing bunny ears! 🐾❄️ How can you top that?

We had such a blast seeing all the amazing photos and videos shared by our community. Thank you to everyone who participated and brought a little sunshine to what was a stressful day for so many rescues and volunteers. Your creativity and love for animals warmed our hearts! 💕🐾

Stay tuned for more fun contests in the future – and give a round of applause to our winner! 👏✨

01/14/2025

🐾 Meet Red: The Handsome Golden Retriever! 🐾

Red is the first Project ARF Best Paw Forward Program participant, and he’s on an exciting journey! After healing and decompressing at Pixie's Doggie Palace spa, Red has headed off to training at Red Woof Lodge to prepare for his big adoption day.

When you adopt Red, you’ll not only be gaining a loving, fully vetted companion with a strong foundation, but you’ll also receive an incredible adoption package:
✨ Trainer Guidance: Post-adoption support to ensure a smooth transition.
✨ Training Packet: A take-home guide to help Red adjust to his new home.

We’re honored to have one of the area's top trainers working with us to make this program a success.

Stop by this Saturday at Rural King to meet Red – he’s ready to find his furever home! 🐕💛

📍 Rural King, Saturday – Don’t Miss Out!

01/10/2025

❄️🐾 Snow Day Fun Alert! 🐾❄️

We want to see your fur babies enjoying the snow—or avoiding it like pros! Whether they’re hopping through snowdrifts, catching snowflakes, snuggling inside, or giving the snow a hard pass, share those adorable moments with us. 🐶🐱

📸 Drop your snowy (or anti-snowy) snapshots in the comments below and spread the joy. We’ll even pick some winners for a special shoutout! ❤️🐾

Let’s see those snow-loving fur babies or anti-snow babies! ❄️

01/09/2025

🚗 Transport Help Needed! 🐾

Calling all animal lovers and adventure seekers—would you love to travel with a claw circus? 🎪🐱

We need transportation help for 5 cats on January 14th to Southgate. Here's what we’re looking for:
✔️ Drop-off driver: Help get these sweet paws to their destination.
✔️ Pick-up driver: Bring them back safely after their adventure.

Please let us know if you’re available to assist with either leg of the trip! These claws are counting on us to make their journey smooth and safe.

📩 Message us if you can help or have any questions. Let’s make this transport a success!

01/09/2025

🚨 Help Us Save Two Gorgeous Maine C***s! 🐾

Evansville Animal Control has two beautiful Maine C**n cats that we’re eager to rescue—but the sweet claws need a chance! ❤️

We’re looking for a foster or two to provide a temporary home for just 2-3 days until we can take them to an adoption event. 🏡

How You Can Help:
✔️ Open your heart and home for a few days.
✔️ Provide a cozy spot and some love.
✔️ We’ll handle the rest, including supplies!

Fostering saves lives, and these two sweet kitties need a chance. Can you be their hero?

📩 Message us if you’re interested in fostering or have any questions. Together, we can give them the future they deserve.

Let’s make this happen for these sweet claws! 🐾💛

01/08/2025

Dogs and cats are welcome at the Red Cross shelter at Lincoln School, 635 Lincoln Ave, Evansville, IN, tonight. Pet owners must bring their own kennels to ensure their pets' safety.

01/08/2025

Everyone please share on your Facebook feed. Many people looking for shelters with their pets.

01/07/2025

Gentle reminder: Let’s keep those paws and claws safe and warm! 🐾❄️❤️

01/04/2025

🎉 Exciting News: Annie Has Found Her Forever Home! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce that Annie has been adopted by the fantastic Tiah crew! ❤️ From day one, Don said he knew this would be a foster fail—and he wasn’t wrong. Annie has found her perfect match with a family who couldn’t be more devoted to her.

Let’s not forget how Tiah and the crew stepped up when it mattered most, ensuring this little cutie never had to set foot in Animal Control. 🐾✨ Their love and dedication have made all the difference in Annie’s life.

Congratulations to Annie and the Tiah crew! We couldn’t be happier for you all!!

01/04/2025

🐾 Butter Ball Journey! 🐾
Say hello to Butter Ball, the newest ARF foster and a handsome Golden Retriever ready to steal the show! 🐶✨ This lovable ham is full of personality; we’re already head over heels for him.

Butter Ball is thriving in the perfect foster home, where he’s learning all the skills he needs to be successful. 💛 He gets along wonderfully with other dogs and even cats. 🐾🐱 He’s working on some minor eating manners—because, let’s face it, don’t we all need a little help in that department! 🍴😄

We’re thrilled to welcome Ernie, Alisha, and their crew to the ARF cat and dog foster team! 🐾💖 Their dedication and love for animals make them the perfect addition to the ARF family.

Butter Ball says:
"I saw these two goofy guys looking in my kennel. I immediately hoped one of them was taking me home—they seemed like my speed! Then I met Ernie’s family and knew this was it. I love my fur buddies and even the little devils running everywhere!" 🐶❤️

Ernie’s family is helping Butter Ball grow into an amazing companion, and we’re so grateful for their care and support. We can’t wait to see the incredible impact they’ll have on the lives of our furry friends. Welcome to the team! 🐶🐱✨

Butter Ball’s sweet and goofy personality shines brighter every day. He’s going to make a wonderful addition to any family. Could it be yours? 💛

01/04/2025

Calling all cat lovers! 🐱❤️ Join us at PetSmart on January 4th from 10 AM to 2 PM to meet Yuki and the fabulous Claw’s Crew. These playful, lovable cats are ready to find their purr-fect forever homes! 🏡✨

Yuki absolutely loves to snuggle and bask in the sun. 🌞 Her calm and loving nature makes her the perfect companion.

The crew includes the charming and playful Vessel, the curious and energetic Char, the sweet and affectionate Precious, and the mysterious and fun-loving Batman! 🐾😻 Each one brings a unique personality and plenty of love to share.

Whether you’re looking for a laid-back lap cat or a playful partner in crime, Yuki and Claw’s Crew have the purr-sonality to match any home. Come say hello, and let these whiskered wonders show you why life is better with cats!

Don’t miss this clawsome opportunity to meet these adorable felines! 🐾💖

01/04/2025

🐾 Luscious’ Journey Update 🐾
We are thrilled to report that Luscious is thriving in his new home! 🏡❤️ His new buddy, Joe, absolutely adores him, and the bond they’ve formed is nothing short of heartwarming.

Joe shared some special moments with us, and we couldn’t wait to share them with you. People like Joe remind us why we do what we do—it’s all about creating these beautiful connections.

Luscious’ journey wasn’t always smooth, but that final bump in the road brought him to Joe, and it was all worth it. 🐶💖 No dog is perfect, but there’s always a perfect match out there waiting.

Thank you, Joe, for giving Luscious the love and home he deserves! 🐾✨

01/04/2025

🐾 Moffett Journey Update! 🐾

Come see this sweet boy at PetSmart on January 4th from 10 AM to 2 PM! Moffett is ready to bring love and happiness to your home! 🏡✨

Moffett is genuinely one of a kind. While he may take some time to warm up to humans, it’s no fault of his own—this resilient pup has been through a lot. ❤️ Give Moffett a ball, and he’ll happily entertain himself for hours! 🎾 He loves going on walks, playing with squeaky balls, and exploring with his toys.

This super-smart boy has quickly learned commands like sit, stay, drop it, and “ahh.” 🐶🧠 Moffett needs a patient forever family who will help him continue to grow, work on commands, and encourage sharing.

Moffett will thrive in a home without cats 🐕🚫🐱, with a doggy companion, and with a fenced yard where he can roam and play freely. Can you give Moffett the loving and understanding home he deserves? 🏡💖

📋 About Moffett:

🐕 Breed: Beagle Mix
👨‍⚕️ Gender: Male
✂️ Neutered
📍 Microchipped
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01/04/2025

🐾 Zanes Journey Update🐾
Come see this handsome boy at PetSmart on January 4th from 10 AM to 2 PM! Zane is ready to bring joy and snuggles to your home! 🏡✨

Zane has been thriving in his foster home, proving to be such a chill dude you might not even notice him! 🐶💤 He loves snuggling with the kiddos, foster mom, and foster dad. ❤️ While Zane is a total sweetheart, but he’ll need a cat-free home to shine.

Can you give Zane the furever home he deserves? 🏡💖 Stop by to meet him, and don’t miss your chance to get some free hugs from this amazing Husky! 🤗

📋 About Zane:

🐕 Breed: Husky
👨‍⚕️ Gender: Male
✂️ Neutered
📍 Microchipped
💉 Up to Date on Shots