Realities of Our Current Facility
New Leash on Life (NLOL) currently occupies a facility that has deteriorated. Its structure, size and aging condition is hindering our ability to meet the demand for our services and to ensure the health of our animals. The need for more sheltering space is desperate; currently, if we could accommodate every animal on our waiting list, demand for space would still exist.
In addition to the replacement of an inadequate, deteriorating facility, expanding our present capacity is important because, unlike urban-centered humane organizations, we primarily service rural communities covering a large geographic area. We will, therefore, be filling a void in the community by satisfying the growing demand for adoption, spay/neuter and education services. Wilson County has shown sustained growth rates of 10.23 percent over nearly the last five years, making it one of the fastest-growing counties in the entire state. As local demand for services continues to grow, NLOL must be able to satisfy these needs as well as those that already exist.
About New Leash on Life:
New Leash on Life (NLOL) is dedicated to improving the welfare of companion animals in our community through shelter, placement, spay/neuter services, education and awareness. The organization was formed in July 1978 under the original name of the Humane Association of Wilson County. In October 1978, we became incorporated, and our 501(c)(3) status was granted on May 28, 1980. In July 1983, we opened our current adoption center. Find out what makes NLOL unique.
