Almost Home Shelter

Almost Home Shelter Almost Home is an all volunteer facility that is dedicated to improving animal welfare in our county. We are a Non-profit 501 C3.
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Almost Home is an all volunteer staffed facility that is dedicated to the love, care and placement of dogs that are placed in our care. The shelter was co-founded by the current board president, Jo Ellen Banhart, in March 2017.

Who says shelter dogs are sad?? Our pups have a lot of fun all because we have FABULOUS volunteers!! You are welcome to ...
01/10/2025

Who says shelter dogs are sad?? Our pups have a lot of fun all because we have FABULOUS volunteers!!
You are welcome to join us!

01/10/2025

This corgi is NOT at shelter, he is safe and warm at a volunteers home. He showed up last night on Hunter Hill Drive and appears to have been roaming from River Ridge to Hunter Hill.

Proof of ownership will be required.

01/09/2025

Sun, heat, cold, rain, snow, holiday, dark, we cannot miss a day helping with the pups at the shelter. A great big THANKS to our volunteers and those who support us!

Older dog found on Marble Drive  this dog is not at the shelter , however we can put you into contact  with the finder  ...
01/07/2025

Older dog found on Marble Drive this dog is not at the shelter , however we can put you into contact with the finder Please share so we can get this sweet dog back home .

OWNER has been found …

A huge thank you to Lolly & Pups for the doggie angel tree and to all those who donated.  The pups will appreciate the g...
01/07/2025

A huge thank you to Lolly & Pups for the doggie angel tree and to all those who donated. The pups will appreciate the gifts🐾

We want to thank Grace Community Church of Fort Smith for this wonderful donation! Thank you all so much!
01/04/2025

We want to thank Grace Community Church of Fort Smith for this wonderful donation! Thank you all so much!

A big thank you to Max and Neo - https://www.maxandneo.com/ for donation of goodies for the pups! You guys are awesome!
01/02/2025

A big thank you to Max and Neo - https://www.maxandneo.com/ for donation of goodies for the pups! You guys are awesome!

01/01/2025

Happy New Year from the pups at Almost Home!!

12/31/2024

Thank you to Emily McDaniel and family for all the blankets , towels , hand warmers , and treats for our shelter dogs and volunteers She shared with me they collect their pocket change all year and spend it on us at the end of the year ! That’s a special life lesson !
Thank you again for sharing with us .

12/31/2024

We want to thank Ms. Maci’s Mobile Grooming (https://www.facebook.com/share/14hL2AMA8F/?mibextid=wwXIfr )and her clients for the $500 donation to the shelter for Christmas!

I am a professional pet stylist providing luxury services in the convenience of your own home! I service the River Valley and surrounding areas! I do in home grooming so large breed dogs will be accepted on a case by case basis.

Thank you volunteers for giving up time on Christmas to take care of our puppers. ❤️ Thank you Eilaine for the homemade ...
12/26/2024

Thank you volunteers for giving up time on Christmas to take care of our puppers. ❤️ Thank you Eilaine for the homemade doggy gingerbread man cookies.

12/25/2024
Louie wants to wish everyone a Merry Christmas from Almost Home Shelter!!If your New Year’s Resolution is to make new fr...
12/25/2024

Louie wants to wish everyone a Merry Christmas from Almost Home Shelter!!
If your New Year’s Resolution is to make new friends, exercise more, make a positive change in the world and/or be a better all around person, volunteering at Almost Home will help you accomplish all of it!
P.S. Louie is looking for a forever family ❤️

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas at Almost Home Shelter‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the place, Not...
12/25/2024

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas at Almost Home Shelter

‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the place,
Not a creature was stirring, no one giving chase.
The leashes were hung by the kennel doors with care,
In hopes that forever homes soon would be there.
The dogs were all nestled, snug in their beds,
While visions of playfields danced in their heads.
Hula curled up, her tail tucked in tight,
Dreaming of a beach on a warm, sunny night.
Daddio, ever patient, lay calm on his mat,
His soulful eyes watching for the sign of a pat.
Lark, the young rascal, was stirring a bit,
Chasing a ball in his dream with a lively sprint.
Red, the big-hearted, sprawled out in his space,
His dreams full of running and winning a race.
Tootsie, so sweet, gave a soft little snore,
Hoping tomorrow would bring her much more.
Faith, the elder, lay wise and serene,
Her coat still shining with a silvery sheen.
Farrah, so graceful, like a star in the night,
Dozed in the glow of the red heater light.
Gallagher dreaming of past days of fun,
Curled up by the heater, away from his run.
Patches snuggled in tight with his plush toy near,
A gift from a volunteer who he knew held him dear.
And Jimbo, the joker, sprawled out on his back,
Kicked his paws playfully, chasing a snack.
When out in the yard there arose such a clatter,
Each pup perked up to see what was the matter.
To the windows they dashed, tails wagging in tow,
And gazed at the yard now covered in snow.
The moon shone brightly on snowflakes that glistened,
And all of the dogs sat quietly and listened.
For over the fence, in the crisp winter air,
Came a sleigh full of toys and a man with white hair.
“Is it Santa?” barked Tootsie. “Of Course!” yelled Lark
“Indeed!” boomed Red, following his happy bard.
“Ho, ho, ho!” said the man as he stepped through the door,
“I’ve heard all your wishes, things that can’t be found at the store.
Homes full of love, a yard full of play,
A family to cherish you each and every day.”
With a bag full of goodies, he went kennel to kennel,
Filling stockings with treats, soft toys, and a snuggle.
He whispered kind words to each pup in his care,
Promising soon they’d have love they could share.
Then back to his sleigh he went with a smile,
Calling, “Be patient, dear friends, just wait for a while!
For each of you matters, you’re special, you’re true—
And the right family is out there, waiting for you.”
As the sleigh rose above, through the night sky so bright,
The pups barked together, their hearts filled with light.
“Thank you, dear Santa, for love and for cheer!
And may all find their homes this coming New Year!”

Not only do we have fantastic volunteers who give up time away from their friends and families on holidays to come out o...
12/25/2024

Not only do we have fantastic volunteers who give up time away from their friends and families on holidays to come out on a rainy Christmas Eve to care for our dogs, but volunteer Susan even cooked the pups a Christmas dinner. The dogs loved it!!

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3390 Pointer Trail East
Van Buren, AR
72956

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