OUR MISSION
The main objective here at Father John’s Animal House is to find homes for otherwise homeless pets. We provide veterinary care, necessary medication, housing, love, food, companionship and time for their rehabilitation process. We know that this will give our animals the best shot at being able to find a forever adoptive home. Our intake animals, including some of which are homeless, handicapped, elderly, abandoned and abused, often come from local municipal shelters or are owner surrenders. This can be a time consuming and costly process.
We also seek to be a resource of information and service for the community to encourage responsible and committed pet ownership.
Father John’s Animal House is a limited admission shelter. This means that no adoptable animal is ever euthanized because of breed, age, space requirements, or a treatable condition.
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Garret Barcheski
Shelter Director
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Evan Kerekes
Animal Care Manager
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Dr. Michelle Hewitt
Veterinarian
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Leon Richards
Caretaker
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Allen Stoll
Volunteer Handyman
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Patti Mastellone
Administrative Assistant
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Rhianna Montanez
Communications & Events Associate
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Joanna Kugler
Veterinary Technician
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Matt VanVliet
Veterinary Technician
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Guiselle Montero
Cat Care / Veterinary Technician
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Lisa Deutsch
Cat Care Lead
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Maribeth Brancato
Cat Care Counselor
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Lynn DePasquale
Cat Care Counselor
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Noelle Titus
Kennel Care Lead
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Sarah Oehler
Kennel Care Counselor
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Kaila Yezuita
Kennel Care Counselor
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Diane Tees
Kennel Care Counselor
Staff Expertise
We have a well rounded staff full of knowledgeable folks that simply want to help animals. In addition to our teams specific expertise's, we have a well rounded understanding of the following.
- Adoption Matchmaking
- Dog Behavior
- Cat Behavior
- Pet Loss
- Pet Ownership Counseling
Volunteers that Care
Our volunteers are fur-less friends that are simply the best. They come out and spend their time, compassion, and effort to help all of us here at Father John's with everything; from socializing animals to fundraising events. Volunteers are an absolute necessity for Father John's to continue doing what we do. If you are even curious about volunteering, please stop by and check us out!