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Help Get-A-Pet Save Millions of Animal Lives!

Help us save the lives of millions of homeless animals through innovative technology and events!

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Help Get-A-Pet Save Millions of Animal Lives!

Help Get-A-Pet Save Millions of Animal Lives!

Help Get-A-Pet Save Millions of Animal Lives!

Help Get-A-Pet Save Millions of Animal Lives!

Help Get-A-Pet Save Millions of Animal Lives!

Help us save the lives of millions of homeless animals through innovative technology and events!

Help us save the lives of millions of homeless animals through innovative technology and events!

Help us save the lives of millions of homeless animals through innovative technology and events!

Help us save the lives of millions of homeless animals through innovative technology and events!

Michael West
Michael West
Michael West
Michael West
1 Campaign |
Mission Viejo, United States
$1,829 USD 28 backers
0% of $1,000,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal


Get-A-Pet is here to save the lives of millions of animals through new and exciting programs and events, which will be designed to benefit not only homeless pets, but the animal welfare community as a whole. We have big ideas and big plans, but we can't implement them without YOUR help!

Get-A-Pet has a 20-year history in the animal welfare community that began with Get-A-Pet Magazine in 1995 for four (4) years.  Through Get-A-Pet Magazine and a a myriad of Get-A-Pet Events, the lives of over 50,000 animals were saved!

Get-A-Pet is paving the way with new concepts to launch a platform for the next generation of pet adoption! How? Keep reading!

Perhaps our greatest strength is our ability to rally resources to help the rescue community. Our #DrivePetsHome program is an example of how we work with like-minded organizations and individuals to provide much-needed support and resources to animal welfare groups across the country (all of which have been generously donated)!

Beginning on October 1st, 2014, we began a scavenger hunt where we hid  a total of 9 keys to 2014 GMC and Chevy vans filled with natural pet food from Halo, Purely for Pets and Freekibble.com, in each of the following areas - New York, Chicago and Southern California. We're posting Tweets and Facebook posts giving clues to the location of the keys. 

(Visit our social media pages to see updates on new clues and the latest winners!!)

All elements of this program were donated to the rescues! We didn't pay for the vans, the vans in New York and Chicago were donated by dealerships (through significant discounts) and the incredibly kind generosity of a private individual, Dorothy Wasilewski. The van to be given away in Southern California came to us through the generosity of Tustin Buick/GMC, who donated the van outright. The pet food packed into the vans was donated by Halo, Purely for Pets and Freekibble.com.

Get-A-Pet is also slated to hold a 'World’s Largest Pet Adoption Fair’ in January 2015, where we will be attempting to set a record in the Guinness Book of World Records for the most animals adopted in a single event.


Throughout 2015, Get-A-Pet will host four (4) nation-wide events in major metropolitan areas with an estimated total of 20,000 attendees per event. Get-A-Pet’s goal, once again, is to break adoption records and find homes for tens of thousands of adoptable animals in the United States. Our previous events are proof that we can make this happen...

  • Currently, we hold the record for the two largest pet adoption events in history.

  • The safety and security of the animals was paramount, so all attending rescues and shelters used their normal screening and application procedures for animal adoptions.

  • Three of the largest shelters in the area had every animal they brought adopted, leaving those three shelters completely empty for the first time in history.

In preparation and concurrently with these events, we will launch an “Animal Welfare Education and Awareness” campaign through social media to help educate the public about animal welfare issues, including spay and neuter, no-kill, responsible pet care and the importance of adoption and rescue.

Get-A-Pet.com will be a cutting-edge, unique and innovative pet adoption website.

Get-A-Pet.com will feature photos, videos and descriptions of over 500,000 animals up for adoption at over 15,000 animal shelters, humane societies and rescue organizations all across the United States.

Get-A-Pet.com will feature tools and segments that have never been seen before in the animal welfare community.

As a keystone to the Get-A-Pet philosophy, each and every Get-A-Pet program is designed to funnel funding and resources back into the rescue community.

We have set a goal of raising $100,000 for the animal welfare groups in attendance at each of our “World’s Largest Pet Adoption Fair” events. In addition, a portion of all advertising revenues from our website will go to the rescue community!

We will have an e-Commerce portion of the website, which will offer pet products for sale from major retailers, with a portion of all these sales donated to the animal welfare community.

    The Get-A-Pet management team has decades of experience in animal welfare, publishing, technology, events and promotion, and business management.  We have also contracted with experts in website development, public relations and social media, ensuring that we have the best of the best.

    The West brothers, Michael and Mitch, founded Get-A-Pet because of their long and deep love for animals. They set a goal in the early 90s to save the lives of over a million animals, and it is that goal and their passion that will make Get-A-Pet second to none.


    We have budgeted out the cash requirements that are necessary for the launch of our platform. We have determined that $1,000,000 will allow us to launch the World's Largest Pet Adoption Fair Events and our Website while running corresponding major social marketing campaigns that will spread awareness. These projects will save millions of animals, and provide solutions for animal rescue groups never seen before! Our goal is to literally change the trajectory and future of homeless animals and to find every animal a forever home. It sounds crazy, but we think it takes big ideas to change history. 

    Here's the breakdown: 

    We will be holding four (4) nation-wide events in major metropolitan areas in 2015.  We are estimating that there will be at least a total of 20,000 attendees per event.  We will adopt out thousands of animals at each event. Cost will include vendors, rental, staff, equipment, educational speakers, marketing and advertising. This will help increase awareness, and provide us the ability to reach a much larger audience, taking pressure off of local and small animal rescues. 

    We will be attempting to set a Guinness Book of World Records at our first event in January for the most animals adopted in a single event. 

    We will also be running major social marketing campaigns to spread awareness and education about the animal welfare community including spay and neuter, no kill, responsible pet care and importance of adoption and rescue.

    We will also be developing a cutting-edge, unique and innovative website that features photos, descriptions and videos of hundreds of thousands of animals available for adoption from thousands of shelters, humane societies and rescues throughout the nation. We hope to change the future of the way pets are adopted.

    We've put together some pretty exciting perks packages featuring some awesome products. We've included a photo of the physical products so that you can see what they look like:

    • Sticker pack set of 3


    • #drivepetshome T-shirt


    • HUMANe T-shirt


    • KEEP CALM and CARRY TREATS Tote Bag
    The perfect bag to take with you to the park or dog beach! This tote bag will hold everything you need such as doggie bags, toys, and treats, of course! 


    • Whistle
    The Whistle Activity Monitor is a health tracker for your dog. It attaches to any collar and measures your dog’s activities, giving you a new perspective on day-to-day behavior and long-term trends.



    Do you want to be part of saving millions of animals but just don't have the funds to contribute at this time?  YOU CAN STILL HELP!  

    • Help us create a BUZZ about our campaign and heighten awareness!
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    FOR THE MEDIA: If you would like to write about Get-A-Pet, you can access our media kit here: http://getapet.com/media.html


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    Choose your Perk

    Thank You!

    $1 USD
    You'll receive your name on our Wall of Gratitude when website launches!
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    January 2015
    1 claimed

    Exclusive Updates

    $5 USD
    You'll receive the above plus special (exclusive) email updates on our progress!
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    January 2015
    3 claimed

    Get-A-Pet Sticker Pack

    $20 USD
    You'll receive all of the above plus our a Get-A-Pet STICKER PACK of 3 assorted stickers. See photos in our gallery.
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    January 2015
    0 claimed

    I support #drivepetshome

    $25 USD
    You'll receive everything up to the $5 level plus our custom t-shirt with the hashtag #DrivePetsHome to let everyone know you help support pet adoption! See photos in our gallery.
    Estimated Shipping
    November 2014
    5 out of 200 of claimed

    HUMANe T-shirt

    $25 USD
    You'll receive everything up to the $5 level plus one custom t-shirt. Choose from: •"Real Men Adopt" •"I save lives" •"Keep Calm and Rescue On" •"Rescued is my favorite breed." •"Crazy Cat Lady" Your shirt will arrive before Christmas just in time for gift giving! See photos in our gallery.
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    November 2014
    3 claimed

    KEEP CALM and CARRY TREATS

    $50 USD
    You'll receive everything up to the $5 level plus our custom high quality canvas tote bag printed with "KEEP CALM and CARRY TREATS". See photos in our gallery.
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    January 2015
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    Dogs rule.

    $50 USD
    You'll receive everything up to the $5 level plus the Get-A-Pet Canine Deodorizing Package which includes: Canine Urine Absorbing Concentrate (12 oz) Canine Stain and Odor Eliminator (32 oz)
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    January 2015
    1 claimed

    Cats rule.

    $50 USD
    You'll receive everything up to the $5 level plus the Get-A-Pet Feline Deodorizing Package which includes: Litterbox Deodorizing Spray (8 oz) Litterbox Deodorizing Concentrate (12 oz)
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    It's raining cats and dogs!

    $75 USD
    You'll receive everything up to the $5 level plus the Get-A-Pet Canine AND Feline Deodorizing Package which includes: Canine Urine Absorbing Concentrate (12 oz) Canine Stain and Odor Eliminator (32 oz) Litterbox Deodorizing Spray (8 oz) Litterbox Deodorizing Concentrate (12 oz)
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    January 2015
    1 claimed

    Treat Yourself

    $100 USD
    You'll receive everything up to the $5 level plus: our Custom sticker pack set of 3 HUMANe T-shirt of your choice our KEEP CALM and CARRY TREATS canvas tote bag See photos in our gallery.
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    January 2015
    3 claimed

    Twinsies!

    $120 USD
    You'll receive everything up to the $5 level plus: HUMANe T-shirt of your choice a matching doggie-T or kitty-T of your choice our KEEP CALM and CARRY TREATS canvas tote bag See photos in our gallery.
    Estimated Shipping
    November 2014
    0 claimed

    I heart T-shirts

    $150 USD
    You'll receive everything up to the $5 level plus one of each of our HUMANe T-shirts (5 total). Perfect for gift-giving! See photos in our gallery.
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    THE WHISTLE

    $160 USD
    You'll receive everything up to the $5 level plus one of the most innovative pet gadgets around... the Whistle! The Whistle Activity Monitor is a health tracker for your dog. It attaches to any collar and measures your dog’s activities, giving you a new perspective on day-to-day behavior and long-term trends. This perk will be delivered in time for Christmas! We have only a limited amount of these available, so don't get caught being a lazy dog. See photos in our gallery.
    Estimated Shipping
    November 2014
    2 out of 50 of claimed

    The Spotlight

    $250 USD
    Shine bright with a custom highlighted feature as a contributor in a prominent location on our website complete with your photo (you can even take a selfie with your pet if you have one!), personal bio/story, and personal or company hyperlink. Everyone will know you who you are and that you contributed to help save the lives of millions of animals!
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    VIP Guest

    $500 USD
    You'll receive a ticket for VIP entry at our first pet adoption event! VIP status includes entry to our VIP booth complete with catered food and refreshments. You will also receive a special public mention at the event along with photo opportunities. You'll also receive a gift bag including Get-A-Pet gear and pet swag!
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    Pet Lovers Shopping Done!

    $500 USD
    The ultimate gift for the pet lovers on your shopping list this season! You'll receive 5 "Keep Calm and Carry Treats" Tote Bags filled with your choice of either our "Cats Rule" or "Dogs Rule" perk ready for gift-giving. See photos in our gallery.
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    November 2014
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    Meet and Greet

    $750 USD
    You'll receive a 2 hour meet and greet with the founder and VP of Get-A-Pet (Michael and Mitch West). Meet and greet will include lunch at The Larchmont in Downtown Los Angeles or similar high end restaurant that is, of course, pet friendly. You'll also get to have your photo taken with Michael and Mitch!
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    What's in a Name?

    $5,000 USD
    For your contribution, you'll be able to name our mascot! Get-A-Pet will adopt a special rescue animal who will forever be a part of our family. Our new addition will be making public appearances from time to time and will need a special name! That's where you come in! You'll be able to give our rescue animal the name of your choice. You can choose to honor someone you know, name him/her after you, or just pick any adorable name you want!
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