About:

The HALTER Project is a privately funded, unaffiliated program based in Sonoma County, California.

HALTER Project connects with a global audience of animal owners, caregivers, community organizations and first responders to reduce risks to humans and their animals on emergencies and natural disasters.

Founder: Julie Atwood

Established: 2013

HALTER Project Vision:

Whole communities collaborating to keep animals and people safer and together during and after natural disasters.

What We Do:

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• Strengthen animal disaster preparedness by providing free education and outreach resources to  individuals, organizations, agencies, and their community partners.
• Inspire animal owners and their communities to be prepared for emergencies and natural disasters.
• Provide free animal disaster safety and preparedness information and education tools for the whole community, including those with access and functional needs, non-English speakers, and tourists.
• Support Animal Disaster and Animal Technical Rescue training for volunteer and professional responders.
• Empower community leaders by offering scholarships and grants for training and outreach programs.