To fill an animal services gap and ensure sustainability, ARC built a 1,200 sq ft temperature-controlled facility next to Shepherd's Stable at 85th & Sycamore. This Distribution Center receives semi-trucks of donated pet food and supplies that are distributed to community members in need through our partners including the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society,Brookings Regional Humane Society, Heartland Humane Society in Yankton and others.

One of ARC's goals is to expand access to veterinary care in the region. In 2025, Dr McLeod and Darci assisted the Heartland Humane Society in Yankton with a FREE vaccination and microchip event at the 4-H Building in Vermillion where there is no longer a vet clinic. Over 300 animals received care through two pet wellness clinics and 2 community spay/neuter events at the Heartland Humane Society. 

ARC uses volunteers to provide temporary foster care (1-2 weeks) for animals being transported from Native Nations facilities to shelter and rescue partners in the region. ARC volunteers ensure animals are healthy and transitioning well prior to placement with a shelter or rescue group. This is Vinny, who is recovering from a Ringworm infection. Email Rhonda if you are in eastern SD and interested in providing temporary foster care in your home. 

ARC supports the work at Wamakanskan Wawokiye Oti "Helping Animals Center" through volunteerism and donations of pet collars & leashes, cat carriers, ID tags, pet food, grooming & veterinary supplies. In 2025, Dr McLeod, Dr Harrist & Darci spent a week assisting with a RAVS pet wellness clinic in 3 different communities on the Rosebud Reservation. This clinic utilizes telemedicine services with veterinarians to provide care to pets in the community year-round.