KEEP ME HOME

KEEP ME HOME We are based in Santa Barbara County. We are based in Santa Barbara County, CA. If you’re located in Santa Barbara County, we will provide in-person training.
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A collaboration of animal welfare organizations and individuals working together to keep dogs out of shelters and in loving homes, and to help newly adopted dogs safely and successfully transition into their new home. KEEP ME HOME is a collaboration of animal welfare organizations and individuals working together to keep dogs out of shelters and in loving homes, and to help newly adopted dogs safe

ly and successfully transition into their new home. SHELTERS & RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS: We provide training, tools, and support to your organization so you can guide adopters and fosters how to bring their new dog home safely & securely and set both the dog and human up for success. We can provide you with our “Getting Started” package to implement a Keep Me Home program at your shelter or rescue organization. You will receive:

250 printed brochures available in English and Spanish as well as a pdf copy. This brochure includes tips and information to help adopters/fosters navigate the first days and weeks at home safely and successfully.

50 Martingale collars and leashes at no cost (with a link to set up your own shelter or rescue account to reorder at a highly discounted rate)

Information on how to obtain GPS Collars for flight risk dogs

Training for shelter staff and volunteers on best practices in adoption counseling and match making. Outside of Santa Barbara County? We will provide you with our on-line toolkit. Guidance and support as needed

ADOPTERS & FOSTERS: You've just adopted or your fostering your new best friend. Do you know how to keep him safe? Knowing what your dog is experiencing will help you make smart and compassionate choices that keep your new dog safe, secure and happy. Review our brochure which includes important tips & information from the time you are picking your dog up, keeping him safe in his new home, what to expect at the 3-day, 3 week and 3-month mark. PET OWNERS IN NEED OF HELP (Santa Barbara County): Are you facing challenges and contemplating rehoming your dog or relinquishing him or her to a shelter or rescue? We can provide you with the resources and guidance needed to either keep your pet or find a loving and appropriate new home for them. Areas we help with include:

Physical resource assistance and/or referral: Crates, kennels, fencing, collars, harnesses, leashes, etc. Veterinary Assistance and/or Referral

Securing Pet Friendly Housing

Rehoming when Needed

Need our assistance or have more questions? Please reach out and one of our volunteer community case workers will contact you: [email protected]

Belle was rescued from a county shelter as a puppy and has been fostered with big and small dogs and loves them all.  Sh...
24/10/2024

Belle was rescued from a county shelter as a puppy and has been fostered with big and small dogs and loves them all. She hasn't been around cats and small kids are not a match for her. Belle, is an energetic 1 yr old who is looking for a home with another playful dog (or some of her foster siblings are also looking for homes). She is house and crate trained and loves playing with her toys in the yard or inside. When she is worn out she loves to snuggle and hang out. If you have been looking for a dog like Belle please let us know and will connect you with her foster in Orcutt.

*Updatw- Apollo has found a forever home.Apollo is urgent and needs to find a loving home to share his love with. He is ...
16/10/2024

*Updatw- Apollo has found a forever home.
Apollo is urgent and needs to find a loving home to share his love with. He is a catch though does need to see the vet as his current owner is unable to continue to care for him. If you have been looking for an older gentleman to watch football with Apollo is your guy. Please let us know right away if you would like to see if he could be a great fit.

Apollo is in SLO county but meet and greets can be arranged in SB county.

*Update- Brava and Kino are settling in to their new home with previous Shadow’s Fund adopters.Brava and Kino are in nee...
11/10/2024

*Update- Brava and Kino are settling in to their new home with previous Shadow’s Fund adopters.
Brava and Kino are in need of a new home by Monday. Their family is losing their rental due to no fault of their own and can’t take them with them. This bonded pair are loving, extra fluffy and kid friendly. Have you been looking for a pair of middle age dogs? If so please let us know asap!
Guadalupe, CA

Pending foster to adopt. Hi there!  My name is Rosco and I'm urgently needing a new loving home or even a foster.  I was...
01/10/2024

Pending foster to adopt.

Hi there! My name is Rosco and I'm urgently needing a new loving home or even a foster.

I was adopted from a high kill shelter, thankfully (a lot of my friends weren't so lucky). Unfortunately, the person that got me wasn't a good fit and because she couldn't find a place for me, I was back to where I started, I was going to get euthanized.

A nice lady saved me from that fate, but she already has 3 dogs and can't keep me so she's looking for a foster family while I'm being networked or even better a loving home for me. She's reached out to rescues and stuff, but everyone is full. My only option is to find a soft-landing spot or the reality of getting euthanized is sadly back for me.

I am a sweet guy; I seemingly get along with other dogs with a proper introduction. I may be good with cats, at least it seems like I am. I love people and I'm an all-around good boy.

Please please share me in the hopes someone will see me and give me the second chance I so deserve.

Please reach out to [email protected] and they can get you in touch with the gal that is trying so desperately to help me.

All the best,

Rosco is in Santa Barbara

Foxtails are no fun for anyone, especially your pups.
24/09/2024

Foxtails are no fun for anyone, especially your pups.

Hey everyone!  I'm Shiloh and at no fault of my own, I'm seeking a new loving home! I'm rocking 8 years of being an expe...
03/09/2024

Hey everyone! I'm Shiloh and at no fault of my own, I'm seeking a new loving home!

I'm rocking 8 years of being an experienced companion under my collar. I'm loving, snuggly and an all around fun gal. I love walks, car rides and hanging out with my people. I can be a tad rough with my stuffie toys but I'm house trained and can chill by myself too.

I currently live and get along with two dogs, a biggie and a small. The biggie doesn't like me much. Not sure why. I really get along with all dogs with a proper doggie intro.

I am a fusion of Dachshund and Terrier, I'm about 29 pounds. I am spayed and vaccinated. I do need a microchip soon though, I can get that when I'm in my new home! As you can obviously see, I'm adorable!

If you think I may be a good match, please email [email protected] and they will put you in touch with my current owners who want nothing more than for me to find a loving home.

Paws crossed, please share me!

It is fire season in California which means it is time to check your “Go” plan and bag.  Are you and your pets ready to ...
31/08/2024

It is fire season in California which means it is time to check your “Go” plan and bag. Are you and your pets ready to “go” if you need to?

Ready, Pet, Go! Don’t forget your furry family members when preparing for emergencies. Assemble a pet evacuation go-bag with essentials like vaccination records, medications, several days' worth of food, and their favorite items. Be prepared and keep your pets safe!

To get more tips on what to put in your pet emergency supply kit, visit https://readyforwildfire.org/prepare-for-wildfire/go-evacuation-guide/

Adoptable community dog Remy who is dog, cat and people social. She is being foster in Santa Maria.  Let us know if you ...
20/08/2024

Adoptable community dog Remy who is dog, cat and people social. She is being foster in Santa Maria. Let us know if you would like to learn more about this cutie!

Wild West Pizza and Grill is generously offering these gorgeous bowls and collars for a donation to Shadow's Fund.  Than...
09/08/2024

Wild West Pizza and Grill is generously offering these gorgeous bowls and collars for a donation to Shadow's Fund. Thank you so much Wild West Pizza and Grill for your continued support!

06/08/2024
It’s game day.  Do you have your strategy ready to keep your pets safe?  Keeping them inside, unless escorted outside fo...
04/07/2024

It’s game day. Do you have your strategy ready to keep your pets safe? Keeping them inside, unless escorted outside for potty time, is the best play today. Hope you enjoy your holiday celebrations today.

Don’t chance a random firework going off in the middle of the day. Keep your pets inside to keep them safe if you can be...
02/07/2024

Don’t chance a random firework going off in the middle of the day. Keep your pets inside to keep them safe if you can be out in the yard with them.

Fireworks have already begun in Santa Barbara County and Santa Barbara County Animal Services is already full.  As a com...
23/06/2024

Fireworks have already begun in Santa Barbara County and Santa Barbara County Animal Services is already full. As a community let’s do our part and keep our pets safely at home. If you need help with keeping your pets safe, please reach out.

29/05/2024

These precious gals are still missing and could be anywhere.

Keep Me Home is a Shadow's Fund program that helps families keep their pets and not have to surrender them to overcrowde...
21/05/2024

Keep Me Home is a Shadow's Fund program that helps families keep their pets and not have to surrender them to overcrowded shelters. Thank you Noozhawk for taking the time to interview Jill and featuring Shadow’s Fund.

The nonprofit operates a 100 acre sanctuary that was designed to change the paradigm in animal sheltering

13/05/2024
Hi everyone, I'm Baldur!  At no fault of my own, I must find a new loving home.  My current family has had some signific...
13/04/2024

Hi everyone, I'm Baldur!

At no fault of my own, I must find a new loving home. My current family has had some significant changes, and this has been very hard for them. Please be gentle with any comments and please just help me find a new soft-landing spot in a loving home.

I'm currently up in north county of Santa Barbara but if we may be a good match, I have someone that can bring me for a meet and greet.

Check out the video of me in the comments! Adorbs!!!

Please share me far and wide.

If you may be a match for me, please email: [email protected] or call: 805-208-9590

*Application, rehoming fee and agreement will be required*

Yo!  Have you seen my person?  You know the one that wants me forever?  Oh hey there.  My name is Rose and I am looking ...
08/03/2024

Yo! Have you seen my person? You know the one that wants me forever? Oh hey there. My name is Rose and I am looking for my forever person. One who will see how awesome I am and want to expend my happy energy. What is my story? I am young, like to have fun with toys, though the stuffy ones don’t last long. What’s my story you ask? I was headed to the Santa Barbara County Animal Services shelter because the adopter I was matched to wasn’t a match when these awesome ladies said that wasn’t what was best for me. Why wasn’t that person a good match? Basically that person didn’t have the stamina to keep up with my active lifestyle. I bet this time the right person will want to drive off into the sunset with me by there side. So if you don’t have cats, kids or other dogs and want to have an exercise accountability partner hit up my people and they can see if we could be BFF. Off to go play ~ Rose

21/02/2024

Still missing and no sightings.

Lost Dog. DO NOT CHASE!Call or Text 805 637-1066Last seen January 20th near Leadbetter Beach and Santa Barbara City Coll...
05/02/2024

Lost Dog. DO NOT CHASE!

Call or Text 805 637-1066

Last seen January 20th near Leadbetter Beach and Santa Barbara City College. Could be anywhere, still in the area, or hunkering down somewhere out of sight. He was last seen still wearing a harness, collar and dragging a leash but that could have changed.

He has a team trying to recover him but we NEED SIGHTINGS and we really need people to not call out, chase or do anything to spook this dog away. He is likely in flight mode now which makes recovery tough, and more so if people keep trying to catch him.

IF YOU SEE HIM:

1. Call or text 805 637-1066 immediately
2. Try to keep eyes on him without approaching or spooking him
3. get a photo if you can
4. If you saw him before seeing this post, call or text the number above and give as much detail as you recall about time, exact location and direction of travel.

It's possible he has been picked up by someone since he was dragging a leash so please keep your eyes open. He was wearing a pink collar, red harness and black leash. He may or may not still have those things on so please try to get a pic if you think you spot him. Thank you!

Lost Santa Barbara County Animal Services foster dog in Lompoc.  Has been missing for 2 days and need sightings to help ...
02/11/2023

Lost Santa Barbara County Animal Services foster dog in Lompoc. Has been missing for 2 days and need sightings to help recover him.

***Update he’s been found***
‼️ LOST FOSTER DOG ‼️

🐾COSMO(Male, Great Dane Mix)🐾

‼️Missing in “LOMPOC” since 10/31/23

‼️Last seen in the area of 400 N. “O” St. Lompoc, CA.

We appreciate your assistance!

Delilah is her name.  She's as sweet as can be and at no fault of her own, she's seeking her forever loving home. 3 year...
29/07/2023

Delilah is her name.

She's as sweet as can be and at no fault of her own, she's seeking her forever loving home.

3 years old
Very good with kids.
Good with big and small dogs.
Loves to play.
Well behaved.
She's yearning to be with a family that would spend that quality time she deserves.

Think you may be her match? Please email us at [email protected]

The more shares she gets, the more chances she will find her second chance. Thank you!

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