P.E.T.S. (Protecting Even the Strays) was created with the vision of humanely assisting the numerous stray and feral cats roaming the streets in Panora, Iowa. P.E.T.S. has now grown to become a safe haven for many abused, orphaned, and abandoned cats and kittens in Guthrie County - Iowa. P.E.T.S., located in Panora, Iowa, is a small, non-profit rescue organization consisting of volunteers. We provide humane shelter and services for cats in need in our area. We hold a shelter license with the State of Iowa and many of our cats inhabit our small shelter located in Panora's business district. Passersby can peer into our front windows to see some of our available cats and kittens. Through contributions from individuals and organizations, P.E.T.S. maintains its dedication to cats. Without the generous support of the community and beyond, P.E.T.S. would not be able to assist the hundreds of cats and kittens that come into our care ever year. Through hard work and dedication, our volunteers were able to help 341 previously homeless cats find new homes in 2018.
1. If you are interested in meeting and/or adopting one of our pets, we ask that you please fill out our online adoption application. There is NO commitment on your part OR ours. It just tells us you are serious and guarantees we will look at you before email inquiries. 2. Pets listed on our site may currently be going through the process of adoption and we therefore cannot guarantee the availability of any listings. 3. You will be contacted by an adoption coordinator from P.E.T.S. as quickly as possible. This is usually within 24 hours of receiving the application. (Please be patient, as we all have regular day jobs.) 4. A HOME VISIT is mandatory prior to adoption of dogs. The goal of the home visit is not only to see where our adoptees will live, but to answer any questions about the potential new family member. Meeting with everyone in the family helps for a better adoption process. Our home visits are not intrusive. The most important thing for us to know is that our animals are going to safe and caring homes and that all members of the family are well informed and prepared for a lifelong commitment with their new companion. 5. Veterinarian references will be checked for previous and current pets to confirm they have been spayed/neutered and vaccinations are up-to-date. 6. The county assessor's website will be checked to verify ownership of property, or 7. Confirmation on pet policies with landlords, if appropriate. 8. FENCES ARE required for most dogs and most situations. Invisible fences are fine for most dogs. 9. We will do background check on all applicants and their family members/roommates.