Frequently Asked Questions

1.) How many animals live at The Sanctuary?

We have between 15-20 dogs onsite with several more in foster care. We also have between 65-75 cats, many of whom roam freely about in our dedicated cat building.

2.) Where do your animals come from?

The Sanctuary rescues local animals in the Lehigh Valley and we also partner with both regional and out of state shelters who are over-crowded and at risk of euthanizing their animals. We are a community resource and can offer assistance for surrendered pets under special circumstances such as military deployment.

3.) What is a "no-kill" shelter?

We adhere to a No-Kill animal welfare approach which means no animal is ever killed to make room for new arrivals. In very rare cases, if animals are suffering and are too sick to heal or too vicious to be rehabilitated, they are humanely euthanized. Both of these situations are extremely rare occurrences.

4.) How do I report neglect?

The PSPCA Humane Law Enforcement program serves Lehigh County. You can find more information below to report cruelty cases:

https://www.pspca.org/cruelty

http://www.pda.state.pa.us/BAHDS/HSPO/HSPOSearch.aspx

If you need to surrender your Dog, please complete the following form and someone will contact you to review and discuss this information:

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Adoption Spotlight

Snoop Hogg

Snoop Hogg was found wandering the streets of Philly and when he was brought to ACCT there was concern that he was being used as bait for dog fighting rings. After several weeks it was clear that all the pig rescues were full and even though we don't usually rescue pigs we knew we couldn’t leave him there suffering. He had severe mange and an eye issue along with some behavioral issues. We immediately took him to see Dr Wilbers where he was vaccinated, neutered and medicated for mange. We made him our office pig and worked on harness training and potty training. He is doing great on both. He loves everyone... is picky on his dog friends, but has a cat buddy that he shares the office with. He's only 6 months old and when people say "mini pig" there is really no such thing. Plan on him being close to 100 lbs. Pigs are very smart and need companionship. He loves to snuggle under his blankets at night and loves to go for long walks in the woods. Pigs are not for everyone. Know what you are getting into. Ideally he would like to be an indoor pig with a big fenced yard to play in. A pig friend would be lovely. He needs to stay at a healthy weight.... too many pigs are overfed and unhealthy and we don't want Snoop Hogg's belly to drag the ground. He has become a Volunteer favorite and we are hoping more people see pigs as friends not food!

If you are interested in adopting him please click the link to apply or email dogadoptions@thesantuarypa.org to discuss.

https://form.jotform.com/SAH.../dog-adoption-application

The Sanctuary at Haafsville

Phone: (484) 285-5445
info@TheSanctuaryPA.org

Dog Adoption Center

901 Nestle Way

Breinigsville, PA 18031

Cat Adoption Center

7209 Kernsville Road

Orefield, PA 18069

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