pets-lifeline | Design

THE DESIGN

An expanded, modern facility will positively impact the animals in our care and shelter visitors, staff and volunteers alike. Cats and dogs will have dedicated habitats designed to reduce stress and allow for socialization. The visitors and staff will have adoption meeting spaces, and volunteers will be able to move more freely to assist with shelter needs.

Exterior (Before)

Drab and Unwelcoming
Cluttered with Trailers and Sheds
Limited Makeshift Landscaping
Only 2475 sq ft of dog play and run area

Exterior (After)

Beautiful, modern, welcoming
Design Integrated with current building
Professionally Landscaped
Dual runs/play areas 3150/650 sq ft

Interior (Before)

Reception: 198 sq ft

Adoptions: Trailer for meet and greet

Canine Habitat: 13 chain link dog kennels
(separate indoor/outdoor)

Canine Training: Outside dog yard (weather permitting/after hours)

Cattery: Two community cat rooms, 14 cage intake rooms, Tuff Shed for ferals

Veterinary: 160 sq ft, single trailer for exam, surgery, and recovery

Education: Summer only outdoor area

Emergencies: Limited space to handle

Interior (After)

Reception: 960 sq ft with separate counters
Adoptions: Two meet and greet rooms, Adoptee interview conference room
Canine Habitat: 20 indoor/outdoor connected kennels, outdoor dog adoption garden
Canine Training: Indoor classrooms with attached courtyard – year-round all day
Cattery: Eight community cat rooms, 20 cage intake rooms, one dedicated feral room
Veterinary: 1375 sq ft , clinic with separate rooms for intake, isolation, exam, surgery, prep, and recovery
Education: Year-round classroom/garden
Emergencies: Classrooms and vet clinic