The objective of the Icelandic Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Icelandic SPCA) is to provide shelter for pets in need and for that purpose establish an animal shelter as well as work to increase public knowledge and support concerning animal welfare. The animal shelter will house all pets in need and find them new forever homes. Until the animal shelter becomes a reality, the organization will find homes for animals at risk of being euthanized, either by providing them with a foster home or a permanent home.