Friends for Life, Inc! (FFL) is a no-kill, non-profit sanctuary for dogs and cats near Lewisburg WV.  Friends for Life has been accepting abandoned and no-longer-wanted dogs and cats since 1996.

Friends for Life, Inc. is not affiliated with any other organization or shelter, or any other Friends for Life organization.  They receive NO local, state, or federal funding and rely solely on contributions from individuals.  Each animal that they accept is wormed; vaccinated; neutered/spayed if unaltered; plus any needed veterinary care, including tests, treatment, medications and/or surgery, is provided during the time the animal is with FFL  and many have been here their entire lives.

Currently, Friends for Life cares for fifty-one dogs and twelve cats. Forty-one dogs are seniors and many have been with FFL since the mid- to late '90s.    FFL is completely committed to each animal here for its entire lifetime.   If you would like to help FFL,  make a contribution for either food or veterinary care, or consider becoming a Sponsor.

Special Sponsors are needed for the following animals (please see their pictures and bios on our Our Adoptable Pet List):

Amy, a 10-yr.-old Husky/Beagle mix, is on a grain-free diet for food allergies. She also takes the supplement AllerG3 every day ($13.10 from the vet). Cost of her food (Holistic Select/Hi-Tek Naturals is @ $45-$50. Total monthly cost for food and supplement is $63 per month or any amount to help.

Nemo, a 7-year-old Yellow Lab mix, has general health issues.  He is now on the same grain-free diet and AllerG3 supplement, but needs a monthly sponsor(s) so we can continue to keep him on the grain-free food ($63 per mo. or any amount).

Gumpy- is a very shorthaired mix- possibly with a little Dobie in her background- who is almost 16 years old and has a benign adenoma on her liver.  She is not on a special diet, but she does get Vetri Liver Chews daily to help support her liver (please see her bio on our Pet List). The liver chews cost $32 per month.

Cassie, a 12-year-old Heeler/Beagle mix with hip dysplasia needs a dental ASAP and in-house bloodwork for liver/kidney function.

Any help for these animals is appreciated!  To view and read about more animals go to Our Adoptable Pet List).

If you'd like to make a donation, the Friends for Life could use the following items:   (If local, please call for directions (304 667-1387) or FFL may be able to pick up.

WASHING MACHINE for the kennel- extra-large capacity, top- or front-loading. Donated would be great, or a Really Good Deal would be good, too!

DONATIONS FOR MATERIALS to cover the outside dog runs- Having the runs covered would help immensely in keeping the bedding dry in the inside kennels!

BLANKETS or WASHABLE DOG BEDS

CANNED MACKEREL and/or SARDINES: for the cats.

FOOD: If you'd like to donate food to any organization, it's wise to contact the organization first to find out what they use. This may save YOU time and money buying food that they don't use. Please contact us if you'd like to donate dog or cat food.

DONATIONS FOR JOINT SUPPLEMENT- FFL uses Move Free and Cosequin

GIFT CERTIFICATES to Kroger, Hillbilly Supply, Wal-Mart, Tractor Supply, Lowe's, SJ Neathawk Lumber, 84 Lumber

KITTY BEDS

DOG BEDS- small, medium, or large

CARRIERS- small, medium, or large

ALUMINUM CANS- FFL recycles these for funds for animal care.



Friends for Life is not a public shelter and welcome visits by appointment only.  Interested persons may view dogs for adoption only AFTER being approved for adoption. This process includes a telephone interview, or possible home visit and interview if the interested party is close enough, and veterinary reference check.    Click here for a list of pets at this shelter.


If you're interested in adopting one of Friends for Life companions,  

• email  wvcompanions@yahoo.com  
• call(304) 667-1387
• write to  RR02 Box 271, Lewisburg, WV 24901