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    • What We Do

      View overview View overview
      • Pet adoptions Helping 400K+ pets find homes through in-store adoptions
      • Accessible veterinary care Investing $18M to make vet care affordable for every family
      • Disaster response We partner with response organizations to provide emergency relief for pets in crisis
      • Our research See our research and industry best practices
      • Community stories Real impact stories from the pets and people behind our grants
      • Adopt a Pet Search adoptable pets near you and find an adoption centre or event today.

    • Resources For Your Pet

      View overview View overview
      • Pet care assistance Affordable Veterinary Care Finder + pet care tips
      • New pet tips Tips for every stage of life with your pet
      • Disaster relief help Learn how keep your pet safe in a disaster
      • The 3-3-3 Welcome Window The 3-3-3 rule helps you understand what that transition can look like and how to support your pet as they settle in.

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  1. Leadership

Rachel Appel

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Adoption Grant Managers

Our adoption grant managers are your regional contact and resource for adoption partnership questions.

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Rachel Appel is the Adoption Grant Manager for all provinces across Canada.

Office Hours: 
Mon 5:30-6:00 PM CT
& Thurs 12:30-1:00 PM CT

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