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St. Louis County S.A.V.E.

Every Shelter Animal Deserves a Chance

S.A.V.E. is a 100% volunteer-run nonprofit fighting for shelter animals in St. Louis County. We’ve funded lifesaving heartworm treatment for over 200 dogs, donated 100+ beds, and grown a community of 10,000+ supporters.

Nitro, a shelter dog looking for a home

200+

Dogs Treated

Dedicated to Saving Lives

Since 2015, our all-volunteer team has worked to improve conditions for shelter animals in St. Louis County through advocacy, awareness, and direct support.

Animal Welfare First

The welfare of animals and the community comes first in every decision we support.

Shelter Advocacy

Speaking up for shelter animals who can't speak for themselves.

Community Awareness

Raising awareness about shelter issues and getting the community involved.

Policy Education

Educating policy makers about shelter issues and pushing for real change.

Urgent

Animals That Need You Now

Every day, animals at the St. Louis County shelter are running out of time. A share, a foster, or an adoption can be the difference between life and death.

Keno, a shelter dog available for adoption

Browse Adoptable Pets

View all animals currently available at the St. Louis County Animal Shelter on 24PetConnect.

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Tiger, an orange tabby cat in the shelter

Foster & Save a Life

Opening your home temporarily can save a shelter animal's life. Fostering helps them feel safe while they wait for their forever family.

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Bramble, a shelter dog waiting for a home

Share & Advocate

Follow us on Facebook where we post urgent animals daily. A single share can reach the right person and change everything.

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Our Impact

Every number represents a life changed.

200+

Dogs Treated for Heartworm

100+

Beds Donated to Shelter

10K+

Community Supporters

100%

Volunteer Run

How You Can Help

There are many ways to make a difference for shelter animals in St. Louis County.

Donate

100% of your tax-deductible donation goes directly to shelter animals. No paid staff, no overhead — just help where it's needed most.

Volunteer

Join our team of volunteers working to improve conditions at the shelter and raise community awareness.

Foster

Open your home to a shelter animal in need, even for a short time. Fostering saves lives and helps animals find permanent homes.

Shop Merch

Show your support with official S.A.V.E. merchandise. All proceeds go directly to helping shelter animals.

Your Donation Saves Lives

We have no paid staff, so every dollar goes directly to the animals — heartworm treatment, emergency vet care, beds, and supplies.

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Tax-deductible · EIN: 30-0930252

$25

Provides food for a shelter animal for a week

$50

Covers a basic veterinary check-up

$100

Helps with emergency medical treatment

$250

Sponsors an animal’s full shelter stay

Nitro
Sunbeam
Dua Lipa
Howard
Diamond

Follow Our Journey

Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates on urgent animals, adoption success stories, and ways to get involved.

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