No Kennelling Facilities

NASAP leases a small commercial space for storage. We believe that animals thrive in a loving, home-based environment rather than in kennels. This approach reduces stress and allows each animal to receive individualized care and attention.

The Role of Foster Homes

Our foster homes are more than just temporary shelters; they are nurturing spaces where animals are treated as part of the family. This setup allows pets to learn and practice basic house manners, making them well-prepared for their future homes. Foster caregivers provide crucial training and socialization. Whether it’s learning to interact with children and other pets or adapting to urban or rural living, our foster network is equipped to handle these needs. Foster homes are crucial to assessing and picking the adoptive home for their foster animal

Medical Care and Training

Every animal in our care receives necessary medical treatments, which include vaccinations, spaying or neutering, and any other required medical attention. Beyond physical health, we ensure that behavioral training is part of their foster care. This helps identify any fears or behavioral traits that potential adopters should be aware of. NASAP is working to be Force Free Certified and uses Force Free training methods

Helping Individual Pet Owners

Life circumstances can change, leading people to the tough decision of surrendering a beloved pet. NASAP attempts to help these individuals by finding new, loving homes for their pets when we have foster home space available. This support is crucial in preventing more animals from becoming homeless.

Rescue from Local Pounds

We prioritize networking with major local pounds once cats or dogs have been declared abandoned. These animals are found as strays in the community and are at risk of being euthanized if not claimed. We intake as many animals as we can into loving foster homes and for those we do not have space for, we work with our partner pound to spay and neuter and vaccinate the animals for the safety of the kennel and help them find different rescue placements. This support is crucial in preventing more animals from becoming homeless.

We are committed to ensuring that every adoptable pet we take in remains in our foster care until a suitable permanent home is found. Our goal is to find the perfect match for each animal and adopter, fostering lifelong bonds.

Euthanasia as a Last Resort

At NASAP, euthanasia is only used when absolutely necessary, typically in cases of serious injury, grave illness, or severe behavioral issues that pose a threat to human safety. This decision is made in consultation with the Board of Directors and the participating veterinarian to ensure it is the last and only option.

We understand that not every adoption works out. In these cases, we encourage the return of the animal to NASAP’s foster care. This policy ensures that animals continue to receive the care they need while we search for a more suitable home.

About Us

About NASAP

At the Northern Alberta Society for Animal Protection (NASAP), we are dedicated to making a significant difference in the lives of homeless and unwanted animals in the Northern Alberta area. Founded in 1998, NASAP has consistently worked towards providing compassionate solutions to animal welfare challenges. Our mission is driven by the belief that every animal deserves a chance at a happy, healthy life.

Through our network of dedicated volunteers and foster homes, we strive to offer a second chance to animals in need by preparing them for their forever homes and educating the community about responsible pet ownership.

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COMPREHENSIVE ANIMAL CARE

Our mission goes beyond rescue; we provide each animal with the medical attention and care they need to thrive. From vaccinations to surgeries, we ensure every pet is healthy and ready for adoption.

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SUPPORTIVE FOSTER NETWORK

Our foster network plays a crucial role in the recovery and socialization of our animals. By providing temporary homes, our fosters help pets adjust to a loving environment, making the transition to their forever homes smoother and more successful.

We Exist For 2 Reasons

1. To Provide a Solution To The Problem Of Homeless and Unwanted Animals

We are committed to addressing the issue of homeless and unwanted animals in the Northern Alberta area. Our goal is to decrease the necessity for euthanasia as a method of controlling the pet population by:

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Rescuing animals at risk of euthanasia from local pounds and shelters. Providing foster care for animals until they find permanent homes.

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Ensuring all animals in our care receive the necessary medical treatment, training, and socialization they require.

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Helping feral cats receive spay and neuter surgery through our TNR program April to October

2. To Ensure Responsible Pet Ownership

We aim to help the community understand the importance of spaying and neutering pets as a primary method to control the pet population. We advocate and use force-free training on our foster animals. We are working be force-free certified!

We advocate and ensure our animals are properly licensed after adoption and follow bylaws within the area while they are in foster care. We ensure thorough medical care and vaccinations are continued after adoption.

Our efforts include:

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Organizing and participating in community events to spread awareness.

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Offering resources and guidance on the health and behavioral benefits of spaying and neutering.

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Check out our TNR program and SNAP

Nasap’s Impact

Since 1999, NASAP has been dedicated to rescuing and rehoming animals in need. Our efforts have resulted in countless success stories and a strong community of supporters who believe in our mission. Join us in making a difference for animals in Edmonton.

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