Ionia County Animal Shelter
Our Mission
At the Ionia County Animal Shelter, we are dedicated to saving lives, one paw at a time. Our team works tirelessly to ensure that every animal in our care receives the support and attention they deserve while waiting for their perfect forever home.
Providing a Caring Environment
Located in Ionia, Michigan, our shelter serves as a safe haven for animals in need. We are deeply committed to maintaining a comfortable, pleasant environment for all our residents, and we rely on the kindness of our community members to help us achieve this standard of care every single day.
How We Operate
We are a shelter-based organization that prioritizes the health and happiness of our animals. Through the generous donations of supplies like food, litter, and cleaning items, alongside the time provided by our dedicated volunteers, we are able to provide a high level of care. We are also proud to participate in programs like Partners for Pets, which helps us secure additional resources through community support.
Your Role in Our Family
Adoption is a joyful journey, and we believe in creating successful, lasting partnerships between pets and their new families. By utilizing our online electronic adoption application process, we make it simple and transparent for you to take the first step toward meeting your new best friend. We encourage you to review our available adoptables and see if your companion is waiting to meet you.
Join Our Mission
Whether you are looking to adopt, volunteer your time, or contribute through our donation programs, there are many ways to make a difference. We invite you to visit our facility on Sparrow Drive or reach out to us at 616.527.9040 to learn more about how you can support our work. Together, we can ensure that every tail continues to wag.
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4/27 - Reduced Pet Adoptions Return This Spring in Michigan
Over 20 Michigan shelters are joining a major adoption push with reduced fees and pets going home already spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped.
3/20 - The Ionia County Animal Shelter: A Haven for Animals
Giving animals a second chance at life is a normal day for Carly Quinn, the director of the Ionia County Animal Shelter. “We intake and rescue domestic animals, provide them with the necessary medical care and behavioral resources, and we find new homes for them in our community,” said Quinn.When a new dog or cat arrives at the shelter, Quinn and her staff provide testing and evaluation of the animal. “We do our best to determine that the animal is behaviorally and medically sound and that it do
