Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make a monetary donation?

  • Through PayPal online: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=UL3JDZ9LRYBVU

  •  E-transfer: Send your donation to gratefulfriendsanimalrescue@gmail.com 

  •  Direct contribution to our partnering veterinary clinics on our GFAR account- participating vet clinics are – tuxedo vet, centennial vet and oakbank vet 

  • Cheque: Mail your cheque (Payable to: Grateful Friends Animal Rescue) to: Box 999 Teulon, MB R0C 3B0

How can I donate supply items to GAR?

  •   Thank you! Please send an email to GFAR.supplies@gmail.com and our Supply Coordinator will get you the appropriate supply house address to make your drop off.

What kind of donated items do you accept?

  • We are always in need of the following items- litter, wet and dry cat food, dog food, kennels/crates, leashes, collars, pet toys ( in good condition) and towels.

Where can I drop off donations?

  •  We have drop off locations in almost each part of Winnipeg, and even in Stonewall and Teulon. Please contact us via email at gfar.supplies@gmail.com to arrange to drop off donations.

Where is GFAR located?

  •  We are a foster-based rescue, which means we do not have a storefront, office-space or supply house. ALL animals in our care are housed with volunteer foster families. Our volunteers also store our donated items and supplies until they’re needed.

How can I help?

  • Make a monetary donation

  • Become a foster parent

  • Share our Facebook & Instagram posts for: adoptable animals, fundraising events, donation drives, etc.

  • Adopt an animal in care

  • Volunteer your time

  • Host a fundraiser event

  • Educate and promote good animal welfare, including Spay & Neutering.

Do you have a Fix & Return program?

  • Yes we offer fix and returns for individuals that live in indigenous communities and do not have easy accessibility to veterinary services.

  • We also offer this program for feral cats that are able to be returned to the environment/area they came from.

I would like to host a Fundraiser event for GFAR. What should I do next?

Why become a Foster parent?

  • Because every furry friend deserves a loving home environment and a second chance at life.

  • Having GFAR Foster families available means we can help more animals in need and get them the care they deserve.

  • Head on over to our FOSTER PROGRAM page to find out more information about Fostering.

How can I become a Foster parent?

  • Head on over to our FOSTER PROGRAM page to find out all the details about fostering an animal(s).

What kinds of animals does GFAR accept into care?

  • We are currently only able to accept small breed dogs, friendly adult cats, kittens and kittens with their mom.

  • At this time we do not have the capacity to accept large breed dogs or feral cats. Feral cats are able to go through our fix and return program.

How can I adopt an animal?

  •  Head on over to our ADOPTION page to find out all the details about adopting an animal(s).

There is an overpopulation of cats and/or dogs in my community, what can I do to  personally help this?

  • Spay/Neuter Assistance: If you have the means, consider sponsoring spaying or neutering of community cats or assisting others in doing so.

  • Community Education: Raise awareness about the importance of spaying and neutering through social media, local events, or distributing informational materials.

  • Support TNR Programs: Contribute to or collaborate with Trap-Neuter-Return programs aimed at controlling feral cat populations.

  • Provide Resources: Share information about low-cost spay/neuter clinics or financial assistance programs for pet owners who may be unable to afford the procedure.

  • Consider spay abort for pregnant cats. This is a very controversial topic but we feel it is an important option for community members and pet owners to be aware of. The average cat can have at least 2 litters a year averaging about 6 kittens each litter! Most of these kittens will not survive due to illness, malnutrition and death due to the environment including extreme cold or being prey to another animal. Most if not all kittens WILL suffer if born by a stray cat. By providing spay abort you are not allowing another litter of kittens to suffer and you providing a spay to the mother cat as quickly as you can opposed to them having to wait until the litter is 12 weeks old and risking the mother to go into heat again.

  • Remember, every small effort contributes to the broader goal of controlling cat and dog overpopulation in your community. Thank you for your efforts in helping with this.

How do I surrender my animal to the rescue?

How do I apply to volunteer?

  • Fill out our online application here