The Countrycare team in C.A.R.E. for Paws shirts in front of the clinic with pet disaster kits

About us

C.A.R.E. for Paws

Countrycare Animal Rescue Efforts: the 501(c)3 Countrycare created in 2012 to help local families and their animals.

Giving back

Caring for the community we serve

C.A.R.E. stands for Countrycare Animal Rescue Efforts, our community outreach program. Through C.A.R.E. for Paws, Countrycare gives back to Green Bay and the surrounding communities by supporting pets in need.

It is designed to help pet owners prepare for and recover from disasters like fires, floods, and tornadoes. C.A.R.E. for Paws is a 501(c)3 organization sponsored by Countrycare Animal Complex, so all donations are tax deductible as allowed by the tax code.

Since 2012

  1. 2012 C.A.R.E. for Paws begins Countrycare created C.A.R.E. for Paws to help local families and their animals, and our team volunteered with the Red Cross.
  2. 2013 Out at the pet expo Our C.A.R.E. for Paws booth explained why pet owners should plan ahead in case disaster strikes.
  3. 2014 Paw prints in the lobby At our yearly fundraiser, donors’ paw prints lined the lobby doorways.
  4. 2015 100 disaster relief kits Our goal: 100 pet disaster relief kits for the Red Cross.
  5. Today Still giving back C.A.R.E. for Paws continues as a way for us to care for the broader community we serve.

In their words

The hearts we’ve touched

A woman crouching beside her German Shepherd on a wooded path, one arm around the dog.

“I arrived with a bag of pills and not much hope for Fina’s quality of life. Dr. Strickfaden listened, and within weeks my German Shepherd was on the road to recovery.”

Susan H.J. · Freedom, WI
A woman lies cheek to cheek with her golden retriever on the grass, both grinning.

“Years ago when all other vets gave up on my older dog Katy, Dr. Strickfaden got her back to agility competition form with acupuncture. I’m a big fan!”

Betsy F. · Green Lake, WI
A happy red poodle hugged over its owner’s shoulder.

“Countrycare Animal Complex is what I wish for all pets. Your compassion and genuine caring makes all the difference. Duke is a happy dog because of you.”

Maureen M. · De Pere, WI
A Yorkshire terrier looks out over a woman’s shoulder as she holds him.

“Everyone there was great — from making the appointment to the vet tech to our vet. Everyone was super friendly and nice. They took their time. We didn’t feel rushed. We were very happy and grateful to the staff.”

Anne S. · Denmark, WI
A smiling man lies on the grass beside his happy golden retriever.

“Dr. Heintz was so gentle and compassionate with our dog. The vet tech was so kind and understanding with all of the questions that I asked her. They made me feel comfortable with the decisions that we made for Maddie.”

Faye D. · Algoma, WI