Guidelines - the Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society

Frequently Asked Questions "How do I apply for assistance?" Anyone who feels they're in need can apply for assistance. Visit www.sfhumanesociety.org to download the application and for more information. "Where are you located and what are your hours?" The Shelter is located at 100 Caja Del Rio, Santa Fe. We are open daily from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Please call 983-­‐4309 ext. 610 to confirm food is available. "Do I need to bring anything with me when I pick up food?" Bring identification, proof of spay/neuter and current rabies vaccinations and pet license. "Do you deliver?" No we do not. "I'd like to donate. Do you accept opened bags of dog or cat food?" Yes, we accept opened bags of dog and cat food as long as they: are in their original container; are not expired by more than six months; and do not contain any foreign objects such as wood, sand, etc. "My cat (or dog) recently passed away. Would you accept their supplies (blankets, beds, bowls, collars, etc) and any remaining food?" Yes, we accept all supplies having to do with the care and maintenance of dogs and cats. "How long could I get assistance? How much food could I get?" We ask only one person per household to apply. Returning and new clients may come twice a month for up to three months, then need to reapply. The amount of pet food we provide varies and is determined by the number of pets in the household, their sizes, and the amount of donations we receive. "What kind of food do you have?" Our food supply varies depending on what is donated to us. "My neighbor needs food too. Could I pick up food for them?" No. We ask each client to apply in person and pick up their own food. "If I make a donation, could I get a receipt for my records?" We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so most donations are tax deductible as permitted by law. We will gladly supply receipts when they are requested. "What can I do to help?" We gladly accept donations of pet food and items, volunteer service and monetary donations.