The Independent Charities Seal of Excellence is awarded to the members of Independent Charities of America and Local Independent Charities of America that have, upon rigorous independent review, been able to certify, document, and demonstrate on an annual basis that they meet the highest standards of public accountability, program effectiveness, and cost effectiveness. These standards include those required by the US Government for inclusion in the Combined Federal Campaign, probably the most exclusive fund drive in the world. Of the 1,000,000 charities operating in the United States today, it is estimated that fewer than 50,000, or 5 percent, meet or exceed these standards, and, of those, fewer than 2,000 have been awarded this Seal.

Most lost pets can be found if you take action immediately

Contact: * Local Newspapers * Local Radio Stations * Local Humane Societies * Local Police

* Local Veterinarians * Place posters in neighborhood

Prevent a tragedy before it happens

Keep a collar and ID tag on at all times * Write phone number on collar with a marker

* Have your pet tattooed * Rabies Tag - write phone # on back

* Keep collar tightened so two fingers will fit under it * Check tie outs and door locks often