Lori Smith     President

Lori has lived in Eugene most of her life. She graduated from Sheldon High School and attended Oregon State University.  She now resides in Eugene with her husband and their two children.  She previously was a travel consultant for many years.  She volunteered for years at the Child Advocacy Center for the District Attorney's office helping abused children.  Now her time is devoted to helping homeless animals find homes which has always been where her heart lies. She also volunteers at LCAS and fosters animals when time permits. She has four dogs and four cats that only add to her harmonious home.  Her main purpose for founding Save the Pets was to eventually open an animal adoption center for homeless and abandoned pets.

Julie Lowell     Vice President

Julie was born and raised in Eugene. She currently is a broker at State Farm Insurance.  She became involved in rescue about 4 years ago, realizing the enormity of pet overpopulation in our area. During that time she met the light of her life, Dexter her dog, through Second Chance Companions. She has continued with her rescue program and helped support other animal charities, through donations and fostering animals on her own. She has found her calling by becoming a member of Save the Pets, something near and dear to her heart.

Valerie Brooks     Volunteer Director

Valerie was born in New York but raised in 3 different countries.  She has lived in the Eugene/Springfield area for 12 years.  Valerie is a Language Arts/Social Studies teacher at a local high school. She has long been an animal advocate, and has a passion for educating people in the area of animal rights.  Valerie lives with her husband, 3 cats and 1 dog in Springfield.  She is thrilled to be a part of the Save the Pets team, and looks forward to continuing to  help make a difference in the lives of the animals Save the Pets serves.

Molly Nicole Smith     Adoption Team

Kim Plant     Treasurer, Secretary

Crystal Farset     Event Planning Coordinator

I am a native of the Eugene/Springfield area.  I have always enjoyed being around animals, particularly dogs.  Currently I have one dog, Bailey, and he is a blessing in my life.  Bailey was rescued from LCAS, and is one of the best dogs that I have ever been around.  I love working with shelter animals--they have so much love to give.  In my spare time, I enjoy volunteering, playing with Bailey, gardening, SCUBA diving, traveling, playing board games, and creating paper crafts.  I currently am in college, with my focus on a degree in Political Science.

Sarah Luther     Marketing Team

Sarah was born in Miami, FL and moved to Oregon with her family as a teenager.  She currently resides in Cottage Grove with her husband.  Sarah attended Sheldon High School, and has a degree in Human Physiology from the University of Oregon.  She currently works for Northwest GYN Oncology, a branch of Willamette Valley Cancer Institute in Springfield.  She & her husband adore their two "babies" adopted from local shelters.  One is a Pit mix named Nicky Boo Boo, and the other is a Boxer mix named Zedd.  She has a special love for Pit Bulls because they have such awesome personalities and there is such a need to educate the public about them due to misinformation.  Her interests include animal rescue, dance, singing, hiking, art and reading.

Robin Loving     Adoption Team

Robin is originally from California but has lived in Oregon for 20 years.  She is a true animal advocate and is pro-active in the no-kill movement.  She lives with her 6 cats and rescued dog Annie who is spoiled beyond belief.  Many of us believe Robin is an animal whisperer.  You can always count on her for her enthusiasm and cheerful smile.  She makes anyone feel comfortable in any situation.  Maybe that is why the animals always bond so easily with her.  She is a valued STP volunteer.