Safehaven Small Breed Rescue

    It is not about who WE are, it all about them. . . . 

We are a different kind of rescue.  We do not have a kennel, nor do the dogs live in crates.  They can sleep on the couch, or on each other if they choose.  It is our belief that if these dogs ever have a chance at a forever home, they must learn basic house manners. Some have a hard time adjusting to life outside of a cage, but eventually, everything falls into place.  Many of the dogs need to be taught how to be a dog. That is where our own dogs come into play. They have been a great help in socialising the shy ones.  We housebreak them, teach them to walk on leashes, and try to help them adjust to their new life.  Our ultimate goal is to place the right dog with the right owner.

     Safehaven was founded 12 years ago, and in that time, we have been a foster home for a the Pekingese Charitable Foundation since 2004, and will continue to do so.   But this isn't helping enough.  Too many times, shelters would call with a non-pekingese dog who needed our help.  It was heartbreaking to have to say no, so we decided to expand our rescue efforts on our own. 

     We are currently applying for our 501c3 Non-Profit Tax ID.   This will enable us to apply for grants to help spay and neuter these animals, and provide needed vet care,  before they are adopted.  But for now, we are still relying on donations and fundraisers to get by.

    Our Board Members:

          Chair - Teri Walters, Tionesta, PA                  Vice-Chair - Clint Walters, Tionesta, PA

          Secretary - Joni Brooks, Geneseo, NY            Financial - David McClain, New Brighton, PA

                                           Advisor - Audrey Atherton, Mentor, OH