The Current Issue
Rural shelters for homeless dogs face significant challenges due to economic disparities, limited resources, and a national shortage of veterinary care. These shelters are often mandated by the state but are underfunded which results in poor facilities and staffing.
A lesser-known but critical issue is the growing shortage of veterinary care, which limits access to essential health services necessary for making dogs adoptable. These services include:
- spaying/neutering,
- treating diseases like parvovirus, and
- conducting proper behavior medicine.
As a result, many dogs remain in shelters longer than necessary.
Our Mission + Vision + Purpose
Improving the lives of shelter dogs™.
Gigi’s is a regional dog care nonprofit with a full-spectrum approach to getting homeless dogs from rural communities home faster and healthier. We provide dogs in shelters and rescues access to quality housing, veterinary, behavior, and adoption services; all from our state-of-the-art campus in Columbus, Ohio.
We do this by
At Gigi’s, our mission is to help homeless dogs in rural shelters find homes faster with access to quality and affordable care at our campus.
All shelter dogs across America deserve access to quality care and loving homes. Our goal is to treat or facilitate the adoption of 2 out of every 5 homeless dogs in rural shelters.
Our Model
We want to improve the lives of shelter dogs across America. We are piloting our first regional care and adoption model all from our state-of-the-art campus in Columbus, Ohio.
Adopt a Gigi's Grad
We can't wait to help you find your new best friend!
Gigi's Grads are unlike any other shelter dogs. Each available dog has:
- Received all essential vaccinations and veterinary care to treat any other diseases
- Been assessed by our behavior team to accurately understand each dog’s temperament
- Began training with our behavior experts to prepare them for life at home
What to Expect
Arrive at Gigi's
Private Viewing Room
Private Viewing Room
Check in during our open adoption hours from 2-7PM on Wednesday - Saturdays.
Private Viewing Room
Private Viewing Room
Private Viewing Room
You'll be escorted to a private room to view meet our dogs.
Meet 3 Dogs
Private Viewing Room
Adoption Time
You can select up to 3 dogs to meet or ask our staff to help match you.
Adoption Time
Private Viewing Room
Adoption Time
When you fall in love, you can bring your puppy home that day with a care package!
Don’t Wait – Act Now!
Make your gift by 11:59 p.m. on February 4 to ensure your Valentine’s Day surprise arrives in time. Then on Valentine's Day tune in to our Instagram to watch your gift brighten the day for shelter dogs! 🐾 100% of your donation saves shelter dogs ❤️
With a $100+ donation:
Bring Joy to 40 Dogs
Your gift provides engaging activities to keep 40 shelter dogs happy and healthy.
Receive an Exclusive Gigi’s T-Shirt
Wear your support with pride!
A Personalized Love Note
Created just for your valentine and "paw-signed" by one of our shelter pups. Donate by 11:59 p.m. on Feb. 4 so your note is mailed in time.
Special Impact Video
Watch a heartwarming video on Feb. 14 on Gigi's Instagram and see your Valentine’s name featured in an enrichment activity.
With a $50 donation:
Bring Joy to 20 Dogs
Your gift provides engaging activities to keep 20 shelter dogs happy, healthy, and thriving.
Special Impact Video
Watch a heartwarming video on Feb. 14 on Gigi's Instagram and see your Valentine’s name featured in a playful enrichment activity.
Tails, Treats, & T-Shirts Package
With a $100+ donation:
Bring Joy to 40 Dogs
Your gift provides engaging activities to keep 40 shelter dogs happy and healthy.
Receive an Exclusive Gigi’s T-Shirt
Wear your support with pride!
A Personalized Love Note
Created just for your valentine and "paw-signed" by one of our shelter pups. Purchase by 11:59 p.m. on Feb. 4 so your note is mailed in time.
Special Impact Video
Watch a heartwarming video on Feb. 14 on Gigi's Instagram and see your Valentine’s name featured in an enrichment activity.
Predictable fees
No more surprise medical expenses that make rescue even more difficult. Our flat-fee service approach eliminates the risk of unexpected vet bills threatening your impact and provides you with a predictable fundraising goal for your volunteers.
Case experts
Our dedicated veterinarians treat thousands of rescue dogs with similar medical histories each year. With efficiency built through experience, we provide quality, personalized care while protecting your budget and ability to serve more animals.
Improving lives
By choosing a non-profit clinic for your rescue’s veterinary care, you're making a positive impact by investing in skills and resources that improve the non-profit animal welfare community —together we’re Improving the Lives of Shelter Dogs™.
$400 per dog, per day*
$2,000 per dog maximum*
$7,500 per litter maximum
- Inpatient care
- Flat daily fee
- Per case max fee
- Exclusive to 501c(3)s
*$100 Testing Deposit due at registration
- Spay/neuter, vaccinations,
preventatives, etc. - Outpatient care
- Flat fee per dog
- Dentals, amputations, surgeries, and more included
Programming is only available to actively registered 501c3 non-profit organizations. Proof of registration and affiliation may be required.
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Register for Gigi's email list for your chance to win a Gigi's gift basket valued at over $600.