We Are In Search Of Land For A New Shelter

Our current building’s systems are failing, we’re out of room and our ability to provide the animals with a healthy environment where they can thrive is diminished.  We owe it to the animals, and our community, to ensure they have an improved temporary home until they meet their forever families.  Our agency opened its current shelter on Stevens Road in Pittsford in 1967 and it has served us well over the years but it’s time to look to the future.

For the past year and a half, our Board of Directors and RCHS leadership has been hard at work in the planning phase to build a new shelter and home for RCHS.  We had a purchase and sale agreement in place for property in Rutland Town which didn’t come to fruition.  We are again looking for property in Rutland County for a new home for the animals.  We are looking for a piece of land of approximately 5-10 acres centrally located in the county so we can better serve our community.  Access to a major road is preferable and property with electricity and access to public water and sewer is ideal, although not a requirement.  Please reach out to Beth Saradarian, Executive Director at shelterbeth@rchsvt.org or 802.483.6700 ext. 211 with any ideas or suggestions.  Together we can find the perfect spot for our animals and our community.

Founded in 1959, for over 65 years the Rutland County Humane Society has been dedicated to advocating for and working toward a responsible and humane community.  RCHS provides shelter and adoption opportunities for pets who are homeless and promotes animal welfare through community programs that benefit both animals and people.  RCHS is a private, non-profit organization serving the 28 communities of Rutland County, VT.  RCHS receives no financial support from any national or local humane organization.  Programs are supported solely by donations, memberships and fund-raising events.

For more information about RCHS and/or available land, please contact Beth Saradarian, Executive Director, at 483.6700 ext. 211 or e-mail shelterbeth@rchsvt.org.