Programs

How do we provide enrichment? We sustain several enrichment programs, each designed to bring a healthy form of enrichment to the animals during their time at the shelter. Being in a kennel all day is no fun, so Friends of GCAS gives the dogs healthy, safe ways to combat stress and be a normal dog while waiting for their families to take them home.

In-Kennel Enrichment

Nylabones and Kongs to provide safe enrichment in their kennels

Dehydrated chicken provides a safe, tasty and longer lasting treat! The shelter dogs love it!

We sustain several enrichment programs, each designed to bring a healthy form of enrichment to the animals during their time at the shelter. Being in a kennel all day is no fun, so Friends of GCAS gives the dogs healthy, safe ways to combat stress and be a normal dog while waiting for their families to take them home.

Bully Stick Days!

One of the dog’s favorite treats! This long lasting chew is a safe alternative to rawhide and keeps the pups happy and entertained for a bit. We bring pizzle (commonly known as bully sticks) to the dogs every two weeks! Want to support our efforts? Donate here and write “Pizzle” in your comment! Check out the video below to see how much the pups love them.

Nylabone Drive

We continue to provide Nylabones on a regular basis for all dogs in the shelters care. These Nylabones provide in-kennel enrichment to the dogs at GCAS. Chewing is a natural stress reliever, and these bones provide a safe outlet for the dogs to achieve this. Thank you for your support!

Four Paws Off the Floor

Because of your generous donations, our Four Paws Off the Floor was a huge success! This campaign aimed to provide every dog in the shelter with a comfortable, elevated bed—a simple addition that brings meaningful comfort, reduces stress, and gives each pup a soft, secure place to rest while they wait for their forever homes.

Scent enrichment & play yard toys

Adds another layer both in-kennel via essential oils, and outside with herbs and flowers in each play yard. Additionally we have toy drives and donations that allow us to provide toys in all play yards from tennis balls to rope toys and stuffies.