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If, at the end of a day, we have spared or enhanced the quality of an animal's life, then we have served our hearts.
New Sponsorship!
We are pleased to announce Pivot Financial Group has selected Friends of Tri-Cities Animal Shelter for a full year of Sponsorship! We greatly appreciate their support and look forward to working with them closely throughout the year. Thank you, Pivot for selecting our organization.
Our Story
As goes the story with so many animal shelters, operating budgets are tight and difficult decisions must be made regarding the "worth" of an animal's life. The cost to care for animals who are healthy is expensive, but adding in animals with special medical or behavioral needs can blow away a shelter's budget in the blink of an eye. Sadly, when funding is low and unexpected expenses arise, it is the animals that pay the ultimate price.
Friends of Tri-Cities Animal Shelter (Friends of TCAS) is a local, all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the lost and abandoned animals at Tri-Cities Animal Services (TCAS). It is our goal that every animal passing through the doors into Tri-Cities Animal Services receives necessary care. We need YOUR HELP and invite you to join us in fulfilling this endeavor. Click below to see how you can help these special animals.
Featured Pets at Tri-Cities Animal Services
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Chalet
Chalet has been at the shelter since 9/3/2024. She is a 2-year-old German Shepherd mix who was found on Columbia Drive.
She is a lovebug with her people. Chalet knows basic commands and even some tricks, like speaking on command. She is super eager to please those around her. She loves toys and cuddling with her humans.
She does have a few quirks, such as being reactive to some dogs and some resource guarding of her toys with other dogs. Also, when a stranger approaches her kennel, Chalet has a tendency to put on her “big tough” face and bark, which can make her seem intimidating at first. A good fit would be a home with plenty of love, playtime, and adventure.
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Clarice
Clarice is a 6 ½ year old Belgian Malinois mix who has been at the shelter since 10/9/2024.
Clarice is quick to learn, eager to please & loves to stay active. She is a social butterfly and loves meeting new people. She loves her stuffed toys; however, she loves them so much that she will pull them apart and spread stuffing around her. This just means she would do best with plenty of enrichment to keep her happy and mentally stimulated.
She would do best as the only pet in the household because she is reactive toward other dogs and has a strong prey drive.
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Sweeney
Sweeney is a big German Shepherd with even bigger potential … and has been at the shelter since 10/2024. He is a gorgeous 90-lb dog with a strong personality and a lot of love to give. Like some dogs of his breed, he struggles with anxiety which the staff thinks may be a result of being neglected and living outside his entire life. While he’s not exactly a gentle soul, Sweeney has a loving demeanor and is happiest when leaning against someone for affection.
Sweeney’s ideal forever home would have a strong handler who can show confidence while walking him as well as engaging him in other physical activities - like playing in the yard. His new family will need to have some patience to help him work through his anxiety. Someone familiar with German Shepherds (and their unique needs) as well as larger dogs in general will be best suited to guide him. It may be best if he is the only dog, at least until he gets settled.
Contact Us
Hours
Monday–Saturday
8am–5pm
Phone
(509) 492-2262
Location
P.O. Box 1375
Richland, WA 99352