Ruth loved her cats and throughly supports the mission and work of the Marshall County Animal Shelter.

To prevent the overpopulation of dogs and cats in our community through education on the responsibilities of pet ownership; and through our animal shelter, to provide a clean and stress-free temporary home for needy dogs and cats.  And provide spay and neuter services to the local community through the Tiffany Dlesk Spay/Neuter Clinic. Also, to promote responsible pet ownership and prevent the spread of animal borne diseases. To provide a temporary shelter for stray, unwanted or homeless animals, to maintain a vigorous adoption program to include health screening, vaccinations and mandatory spay or neutering of dogs and cats.