When we find an animal in distress, we don’t always know what to do. While the first idea is to take it in, it can also be interesting to contact local associations. We have a few in Annecy and the surrounding area.
The role of animal protection associations
Whether they operate in Annecy or elsewhere, animal protection associations carry out several missions. These range from raising public awareness to sterilizing colonies of stray cats, as well as fighting against abuse and providing care. This can involve both domestic animals and wildlife. Some offer shelters, like the SPA of Marlioz, while others rely on foster families, such as Des Cลurs ร Sauver.
How to support animal protection associations?
Today, there are several ways to support local animal protection associations, such as:
- Adopting directly from an association.
- Sponsoring an animal.
- Making a financial or material donation.
- Volunteering.
Why adopt from an association?
Adopting an animal through an association allows you to do a good deed. Therefore, we can only recommend that you do so. In this way, you will save two lives: that of your future four-legged companion, as well as that of the animal that will take its place in the foster family or shelter.
Among all the dogs and cats present in the associations, there is no doubt that you will find the rare gem, even if it takes a little time. You can count on the volunteers to guide you towards one animal rather than another that will better match your profile and lifestyle.
What to do if I find an animal in distress?
We have all come across an animal in need of care at least once. While the first reflex is to bring it home, you should also think of other things. For example, wrap the animal in a blanket and give it water. If you have a cat or dog, do not let them come into contact. Not knowing the background of the animal you have rescued, you could facilitate the transmission of diseases. So think about isolating it in a separate room.
Next, contact local associations to see if they can take it in. If not, you can turn to the SPA or call veterinarians located in Annecy, รpagny Metz-Tessy, or Poisy. Don’t hesitate to launch a Pet Alert, as the rescued animal may have owners.
Agreements between municipalities and associations
Since January 1, 2015, stray cats must be identified and sterilized to prevent their proliferation. In this regard, agreements have been made between municipalities and local associations.
This is particularly the case for the city of Annecy, รtercy, or the new municipality of Filliรจres, which includes Saint-Martin-Bellevue. If a stray cat visits your garden, you can contact an association to have it caught and sterilized.
Animal protection associations in Annecy
Several animal protection associations are located in Annecy or on the outskirts of the city. The SPA Marlioz, located at the place called Le Penet, in the municipality of Marlioz. Dogs, cats, and New Pets (NAC) are adoptable there for a price range between 90 and 300 euros. It is possible to make a free donation when an animal is over 10 years old.
Contact: 04.50.77.82.40
Des Cลurs ร Sauver
The association Des Cลurs ร Sauver, which celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2022, is based in Lathuile, at the end of Lake Annecy. Composed of about twenty volunteers, it helps owners who need to part with their animal, as well as abandoned cats and dogs. It also works on sterilizing colonies of stray cats, particularly in the municipalities of Talloires, Sรฉvrier, and Saint-Jorioz. Adoption fees range from 30 to 500 euros.
Contact: descoeursasauver@gmail.com
Animatou 74
Animatou 74 is an association created in 2020. In 2021 alone, 228 cats were placed in foster families to find a home. The volunteers mainly operate within a perimeter from the north of Annecy to Cruseilles. To adopt a cat from Animatou 74, you should expect to pay between 100 and 200 euros.
Contact: www.animatou74.com
Who to contact elsewhere in Haute-Savoie?
If you do not live in Annecy, know that other associations can answer your questions and intervene to trap and sterilize cats, for example. You can also contact them if you wish to adopt an animal.
Savoinimaux
If you reside near Rumilly or elsewhere in Albanais, we recommend turning to Savoinimaux. Established in 2013, it operates through foster families. Since then, a solidarity shop has opened and is located at 47 rue du Pont Neuf in Rumilly. Regarding adoption fees, they represent a contribution to the animal’s veterinary costs.
Contact: savoinimaux@gmail.com
Les Fรฉlins des Cimes
For those located near Fillinges, the association Les Fรฉlins des Cimes can be helpful if you find a cat in need or are looking to adopt a feline.
While the volunteers operate in the Genevois and the Arve Valley, some foster families are located in Annecy. It has also happened that the association intervenes in the Fier and Usses area, such as in the municipality of Nonglard, even though it is no longer its main area of intervention. The adoption fee is 190 euros.
Contact: lesfelinsdescimes@gmail.com
Mโgeve Miaou
On the Mont Blanc side, you can contact Mโgeve Miaou if you are looking for a furry ball to adopt. The association, based in Megรจve, strives to care for cats without a roof in the municipality. This includes their sterilization, as well as their adoption when they are sociable enough.
Since the creation of Mโgeve Miaou, 220 cats have found a new family and 122 are being monitored in the wild. The adoption fee is 165 euros and corresponds to a contribution to identification, sterilization, and initial vaccination.
Contact: contact@megeve-miaou.com
Wild animals in distress, who to contact in Haute-Savoie?
In our department, it is common to come across wild animals. Whether we are in a car or on a hike, it is always a nice surprise. However, we may sometimes encounter an animal in need of care. But who to contact in such a case?
Le Tรฉtras Libre
Le Tรฉtras Libre is a rescue center aimed at treating, rehabilitating, and releasing wild animals in distress. Although the center is located in Savoie, it also operates in Haute-Savoie and part of Ain.
As care for wildlife is specific and different from that of our dogs and cats, it is important to contact the center as soon as possible. Moreover, a private individual is not allowed to keep a wild animal at home.
Contact SOS Faune Sauvage: 07.83.80.05.46
Contact Le Tรฉtras Libre: csfs.pays.de.savoie@gmail.com
Ermus
Ermus is a care center located in Groisy. Located near Annecy, the facility is authorized to treat and rehabilitate small wild mammals in difficulty. Once treated and their recovery is complete, they are released back into their natural habitat.
Contact: asso.ermus@gmail.com or 04.50.68.42.10
Examples of associations outside Haute-Savoie
Associations working for the welfare of domestic animals are also present in Savoie and Ain. We provide you with two examples that will allow you to react more quickly if you find a cat or dog in need.
Les Chats libres de Chambรฉry
The association Les Chats Libres de Chambรฉry aims to sterilize and protect stray cats within the agglomeration. This helps limit births. Foster families temporarily take care of felines that need to be treated or sterilized.
Depending on their socialization, they will be offered for adoption or released as “free cats.” For those who will start a new life and be pampered, a contribution to veterinary costs will be requested. It is 170 euros per animal, excluding file fees. An additional charge may be added for tests and vaccinations performed.
Contact: contact@chatslibreschambery โ 09.72.47.45.84
Ain Coup de Patte
Ain Coup de Patte is an association that saves all animals in distress. It is located in Chaneins and has a shelter. People going on vacation can leave their dog at the boarding facility for a maximum of 10 days. The goal of the volunteers is to prevent abandonment.
Regarding adoption, fees will vary depending on the age of the animal. If it is a dog, its breed will be taken into account. For cats, the price of adoption will vary depending on the vaccination scheme and sterilization.
Contact: 06.14.88.25.50
