Meet River — a sweet, goofy bundle of puppy love with a personality that shines. This happy growing boy is always ready to bounce into fun, make a new friend, or shower you with affection. He’s playful, curious, and full of joyful spirit — the kind of pup who can turn any ordinary moment into something to smile about. At a perfect age for learning, bonding, and exploring the world, River is wonderfully suited for training, adventures, and all the experiences that make life with a young dog so special.
River’s story began alongside his buddy Banks. The two were found abandoned, hungry, and out of luck near a creek — a pair of little castaways sticking together through it all. Thankfully those difficult days are behind him now, and River is ready to trade survival mode for the safe, loving life every puppy deserves.
With his goofy charm, affectionate nature, and bright enthusiasm, River is looking for a home that will embrace his playful heart and give him all the love he’s been missing. Whether he’s romping around, discovering new things, or curling up close after a day of adventures, River is happiest right by your side.
He’s ready to start fresh and let his happy, loving personality shine — all he needs now is a forever family to share it with.
Fill out a quick match me form here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/CAST/Dog
All C.A.R.E rescue dogs are vaccinated, heart-worm tested, spayed/neutered, and microchipped! So all you need to provide is the love.
Our adoption fee is a minimum $150 tax deductible donation. All donations are used for rescue and medical care of animals in need. If you don't have room to take home a pet but want to support our efforts to save animals in need, please consider making a donation. We are not city or state funded and rely solely on private donations that allow C.A.R.E. to continue saving lives.
To learn more about us or to give a life saving donation please visit http://www.carerescue.org
Meet River — a sweet, goofy bundle of puppy love with a personality that shines. This happy growing boy is always ready to bounce into fun, make a new friend, or shower you with affection. He’s playful, curious, and full of joyful spirit — the kind of pup who can turn any ordinary moment into something to smile about. At a perfect age for learning, bonding, and exploring the world, River is wonderfully suited for training, adventures, and all the experiences that make life with a young dog so special.
River’s story began alongside his buddy Banks. The two were found abandoned, hungry, and out of luck near a creek — a pair of little castaways sticking together through it all. Thankfully those difficult days are behind him now, and River is ready to trade survival mode for the safe, loving life every puppy deserves.
With his goofy charm, affectionate nature, and bright enthusiasm, River is looking for a home that will embrace his playful heart and give him all the love he’s been missing. Whether he’s romping around, discovering new things, or curling up close after a day of adventures, River is happiest right by your side.
He’s ready to start fresh and let his happy, loving personality shine — all he needs now is a forever family to share it with.
Fill out a quick match me form here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/CAST/Dog
All C.A.R.E rescue dogs are vaccinated, heart-worm tested, spayed/neutered, and microchipped! So all you need to provide is the love.
Our adoption fee is a minimum $150 tax deductible donation. All donations are used for rescue and medical care of animals in need. If you don't have room to take home a pet but want to support our efforts to save animals in need, please consider making a donation. We are not city or state funded and rely solely on private donations that allow C.A.R.E. to continue saving lives.
To learn more about us or to give a life saving donation please visit http://www.carerescue.org
Every adoption requires a completed Matchme form. This can be done at the beginning of the process, or at once you've found a pet you'd like to adopt. Our Matchme form is available online at www.carerescue.org/matchme . Once completed, one of our Matchmakers will contact you to answer any other questions and to ensure we are making a good match for the animal and for the adopters. The minimum donation for most cat adoptions is $100 and dog adoptions are typically $150 which helps us cover the cost of veterinary care. Adoption fees are non-refundable.
C.A.R.E. makes every effort to ensure our animals are as healthy as possible before adoption, however we do recommend taking your new friend for a wellness examine at your veterinarian's office after adoption. For instance, if an animal is adopted before 16 weeks of age, they may need more booster vaccinations to secure an immunity to disease. This is the responsibility of the adopter.
Every adoption requires a completed Matchme form. This can be done at the beginning of the process, or at once you've found a pet you'd like to adopt. Our Matchme form is available online at www.carerescue.org/matchme . Once completed, one of our Matchmakers will contact you to answer any other questions and to ensure we are making a good match for the animal and for the adopters. The minimum donation for most cat adoptions is $100 and dog adoptions are typically $150 which helps us cover the cost of veterinary care. Adoption fees are non-refundable.
C.A.R.E. makes every effort to ensure our animals are as healthy as possible before adoption, however we do recommend taking your new friend for a wellness examine at your veterinarian's office after adoption. For instance, if an animal is adopted before 16 weeks of age, they may need more booster vaccinations to secure an immunity to disease. This is the responsibility of the adopter.
The C.A.R.E. Adoption Center is open 7 days a week from 11am to 7pm. We are located at 1328 W Sunshine St. in Springfield, MO.
The C.A.R.E. Adoption Center is open 7 days a week from 11am to 7pm. We are located at 1328 W Sunshine St. in Springfield, MO.
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Castaway Animals Rescue Effort, otherwise known as C.A.R.E., is a charitable 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, dedicated to the prevention of cruelty to animals. Established in 1992, C.A.R.E. has saved over 30,000 lives and we are still counting. From our humble grassroots beginnings, we have grown into southwest Missouri's largest no-kill shelter. Operations are still overseen by founder and director, Melissa Sartin. Her compassion for all living creatures drives the organization forward.
Every day we strive to ease the pain that victims of neglect and abuse endure, offering safety and hope, and finding them the homes they so richly deserve. We are proud to work alongside government agencies and other nonprofits making a difference in the lives of the animals we care so deeply about. Together we serve as a voice for those who cannot speak.
C.A.R.E. Animal Rescue houses hundreds of homeless animals. The Adoption Center in Springfield is open to the public 7 days a week from 11am to 7pm. The Adoption Center gives guests the opportunity to meet some of our animals offering a one-on-one experience prior to adoption. Our sanctuary near Aurora is reserved for animals who may need some extra time to fully recover and become ready for adoption. We also house our rescued farm animals at this location. Our unadoptable animals reside at our sanctuary as well, each spending their days with cageless freedom, their nights in warm beds, and receiving lots of love and individual attention.
C.A.R.E. relies solely on the kindness and donations of the public to care for our animals. We are neither city- nor state-funded and all donations are tax deductible. We rescue approximately 1,000 animals a year, including dogs, cats, small mammals, horses, pigs and more. Your donations change the lives of so many animals who would otherwise not have a chance.
Castaway Animals Rescue Effort, otherwise known as C.A.R.E., is a charitable 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, dedicated to the prevention of cruelty to animals. Established in 1992, C.A.R.E. has saved over 30,000 lives and we are still counting. From our humble grassroots beginnings, we have grown into southwest Missouri's largest no-kill shelter. Operations are still overseen by founder and director, Melissa Sartin. Her compassion for all living creatures drives the organization forward.
Every day we strive to ease the pain that victims of neglect and abuse endure, offering safety and hope, and finding them the homes they so richly deserve. We are proud to work alongside government agencies and other nonprofits making a difference in the lives of the animals we care so deeply about. Together we serve as a voice for those who cannot speak.
C.A.R.E. Animal Rescue houses hundreds of homeless animals. The Adoption Center in Springfield is open to the public 7 days a week from 11am to 7pm. The Adoption Center gives guests the opportunity to meet some of our animals offering a one-on-one experience prior to adoption. Our sanctuary near Aurora is reserved for animals who may need some extra time to fully recover and become ready for adoption. We also house our rescued farm animals at this location. Our unadoptable animals reside at our sanctuary as well, each spending their days with cageless freedom, their nights in warm beds, and receiving lots of love and individual attention.
C.A.R.E. relies solely on the kindness and donations of the public to care for our animals. We are neither city- nor state-funded and all donations are tax deductible. We rescue approximately 1,000 animals a year, including dogs, cats, small mammals, horses, pigs and more. Your donations change the lives of so many animals who would otherwise not have a chance.
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