Recently Completed Projects

LEBONNON, OH Size: 15,245 square feet, Completed: 2004. The public and private circulation areas are entirely separate and distinct, eliminating confusion. The facility incorporates the basic requirements of holding, separation, medical care, and adoption. The isolation and holding areas are provided for animals entering the facility along with the multi-purpose exam room that will serve for basic medical delivery. Adoption areas include a few get-acquainted rooms, separate cat, puppy, and dog adoption areas which help minimize stress for animals being held for longer periods of time. The shelter was completed under budget and on time. The owner receives many compliments on the design that promotes the comfort and health of the animals and offers bright open spaces for the public.

HARRISONBURG, VA Size: 15,027 square feet, Completed: 2004. The owner is extremely pleased with the result. “We have just completed our new animal shelter and feel we have one of the best planned and designed SPCAs in the state. We have been delighted with the level of experience and skill Shelter Planners of America has brought to our new project. Bill Meade, Director of Planning and Design clearly understands all of the functions that take place in a shelter and how a well designed shelter will make everything operate smoothly. It has been personally and professionally rewarding to work with you to reach our goal of an outstanding shelter” Ann Anderson, Executive Director, Rockingham-Harrisonburg SPCA, VA

SENECA COUNTY, OH Size: 6,730 square feet, Completed: 2005. The new shelter is both animal-and visitor-friendly. Animal display areas in the bright, pleasant facility provide maximum exposure to the public and are expected to increase adoption rates. Animal comforts have been addressed in the kennels with heated floor slabs and a wall of windows to allow plenty of natural light into the space. Disease prevention/control is a top priority and amenities have been included in the design to allow for ease in kennel cleaning including easy-clean surfaces throughout, floor drainage details that minimize the risk of cross-contamination, and special ventilation measures to minimize odors and airborne viruses and maximize fresh air intake. The community is very pleased with this new facility that offers so many design features within a very limited budget.

MONTEREY COUNTY, CA Size: 12,992 square feet, Completed: 2003. Shelter Planners of America recommended the site location in addition to developing the design concept. The new animal shelter has an appealing almost residential feel, with an inviting appearance and a courtyard layout to allow for future expansion of the kennel wing of the building. The new shelter offers top quality animal housing, meeting facilities and an attached veterinary clinic to provide animal medical services. The final design addresses both tight budget and aesthetic requirements and has been a welcomed addition to the community.

St. LOUIS, MO Size: 80,000 square feet, Completed: 2000. This is one of the largest animal shelters in the United States. The design of this building was especially challenging because it was new construction along with remodeling of an existing warehouse. The completed shelter has many unique features, including full service veterinary hospital, a retail pet supplies and gift shop, public educational auditorium and interactive facilities for children and adults. The dog kennels have an exclusive time-saving design which eliminates normal kennel morning cleanup. This design was pioneered by Shelter Planners of America and is the first-of-a-kind in the nation.

PEMBROKE, MA Size: 18,000 square feet, Completed: 2002. This shelter was built for the Boston Animal League, and as one of the seven shelters operated in the Boston area. The building was constructed on a 20 acre site with large, attractive lawn and landscaping. It is designed in a traditional Georgian style to blend with the nearby homes. A park-like center court yard allows visitors to view the adaptable animal from one central location. All animal have oversized exercise runs and fully glassed in interior kennels to keep noise at extremely low levels. This handsome shelter has been warmly received by everyone in the community of Pembroke.