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EDUCATION

A critical component of the AAC mission and one of our goals is to provide education and awareness about the homeless pet population issue and and to offer solutions to address this problem.

We hope to help shatter the many negative stereotypes about abandoned animals, encourage and help people to choose to adopt instead of purchasing a pet, to educate people about the importance of spaying and neutering their pets, and to encourage people to become involved with organizations that promote animal welfare. Together we believe we can put an end to the unnecessary killing of adoptable animals, and we envision a future where there are no more homeless pets.

Community Involvement

We are proud to partner with local organizations to create off- site adoption events which allow the animals, potential adopters, and staff to interact in a social environment while raising community awareness of homeless pets. Some of the notable events we have been part of are the Pearl Street Bagels Adoption Day, Pets Place Plus adoption events, the Snow King Winter Bazaar, Home 4 the Holidays, Old Bill’s Fun Run for Charities, Jackson Hole Peoples Market, Subaru Share the Love and the 4th of July Parade.

Youth and School Groups

At the AAC, we offer innovative ways for children and young adults to become involved with animal welfare by working closely with local youth programs and giving them the chance to interact one-on- one with our animals. Teen Power, GAP Girls, C-V, Summit High School, Journey School and other mentor and scholastic programs are a few of the groups that visit the AAC frequently. The continued visits from schools and youth groups provide excellent opportunities to educate young adults about the importance of rescue, adoption and spay/neuter.

The AAC is also included in Teton County School District’s CREST program. CREST “…“Community + Recreation = Enrich Student’s Time” — the district says the program “offers children the unique opportunity to learn from dynamic professionals and local community partners and participate in project-based learning.” Thanks to TCSD, the AAC gets to teach the youth about animal rescue.

Tours

The Animal Adoption Center strongly believes that by teaching compassion and empathy for all living things that we can prevent the needless suffering and abuse of animals for generations to come. If you are a youth group leader and are interested in bringing your class to the AAC for a lesson in animal rescue and welfare please contact us. We also provide tours for those who are interested in learning more about the AAC and seeing what goes on behind-the-scenes! We invite you to stop in during business hours or to arrange a tour please contact us.

NEW LEASH ON LIFE

Saturday, July 10, 2021
Snake River Ranch | 4-8pm

Your participation and support helps us save the lives of homeless pets.

Thank you for fueling the Animal Adoption Center’s life-saving mission! This year there are both in-person and virtual ways for our animal enthusiast community to be involved through New Leash on Life. In order to help keep our community safe and healthy, we have significantly reduced in-person ticket numbers.

Our in-person event will be held at the Snake River Ranch from 4-8pm and will include a plated dinner, live music, cocktails, auctions, adoptable pets and more. Virtual guests are invited to participate in the silent & live auctions, grand raffle, and the incredible $25,000 Lulu’s Fund match.

All proceeds from this fun and inspiring event support the Animal Adoption Center’s rescue, adoption, education and spay/neuter programs which positively impact the lives of thousands of animals each year.

TICKETS & MORE INFORMATION

OLD BILL’S FUN RUN

Giving Period for Old Bill’s Fun Run 2020 is August 1st – September 18th at 5pm.

First, Mr. and Mrs. Old Bill donate $500,000 to the match. The Community Foundation then solicits additional matching contributions from donors called Co-Challengers. Co-Challengers donate at five levels: Diamond ($100,000), Platinum ($75,000), Gold ($50,000), Silver ($35,000) and Bronze ($25,000).

Next, qualified local nonprofit organizations raise money from donors. Gifts are made to the Community Foundation by a donor on behalf of a local charity or charities. Nonprofits can raise as much money as they wish, of which the Community Foundation matches the first $30,000. They still receive 100% of donor contributions in excess of $30,000, but that money is not matched.

DONATE AUGUST 1 – SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

AAC BLOG

Stories and news from the Animal Adoption Center.

How To Be A Good Neighbor (With A Dog)

April 21, 2021

The Animal Adoption Center values responsibility and respect within the Jackson community, especially at dog friendly communal spaces. Our goal is to keep Jackson the dog heaven that it is!

Miles Adoption!

July 29, 2020

The first time I met Miles was in March, 2013, during my spring break from college. We instantly bonded as he purred and kneaded my lap. He had been surrendered to the AAC because one of his owners was allergic to cats.

Lumpy Love

March 18, 2020

Early summer of last year I was casually looking at Petfinder (mostly for dogs) and favorited Lumpy because her pic + name made her seem so pitiful. In January, thanks to my neighbor, I found out Lumpy was STILL at the shelter.

Adoption is the only way to go!

March 4, 2020

We have adopted two dogs and four cats from AAC over the years. Six critters that have been such important parts of our lives! We know for sure that adopted animals give back many times the love they receive. Please think adoption!

Dakota, Our Joy in Giving

January 17, 2020

The story we've heard about Dakota is that she was born under a deck in the dead of winter. When we watch her frolic in the snow, we know why she feels right at home burrowing in a snow bank, even though she seems equally as comfortable in the middle of our bed every night!

Living the “Spud” Life!

December 26, 2019

Hi.....my new name is Mocha Latte and I want to thank all my friends at AAC who helped me. My forever home is just over the border in what my Mom calls Idaho (Victor).

Scooby Wins The Lottery

October 8, 2019

My childhood nickname was Scoob. In the spring of 2014 my husband David and I bought what we dubbed “The Scooby Van”, the perfect road-trip vehicle. Then in mid-March of that year we lost Travis, our 17-year-old border collie, the love of our lives.

Best Buddies

September 13, 2019

Our new kitten Queso has taken a shine to our pit bull. Every morning when the dog jumps into bed the kitten seizes her opportunity to attack his wagging tail. He lets her chomp his tail for awhile before wrestling with her.

Squash Settling In!

August 13, 2019

Squash here, just checking in! I am loving my new home! I get to hike so much and go for walks everyday! I am losing my squishy weight and even get to jump up with my human on the hammock now! I get chew toys, peanut butter ( but I feel like they are giving me the diet stuff!], and toys galore!

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Animal Adoption Center

Saving the lives of homeless animals through rescue, adoption, education and spay/neuter.

Contact Us

270 East Broadway
PO Box 8532
Jackson, WY 83002

307.739.1881
adopt@animaladoptioncenter.org

Hours

By Appointment Only
307.739.1881

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