About Us

The CAF Thrift Shop offers quality used merchandise at affordable prices. We carry jewelry, clothing, shoes and accessories in good condition, appliances, electronic items, household items (including full sets of dishware and glasses), a wide variety of VHS, DVDs, books & furniture, as well as arts & crafts supplies. ...and much more...

WE ALSO HAVE A SECOND THRIFT STORE IN BLUE LAKE (mural on the wall). Closed on Sundays/Mondays. 707-668-1800 (no adoption room there).

Best of all, 100% of our profits go to support the adoption, spay/neuter and education programs of the Companion Animal Foundation. So when you buy a special treasure here, you're also helping us help the animals!

Products & Services
Youth Programs by Companion Animal Foundation
We offer youth programs.  Our most popular is "For the Love of Animals"  A humane education program with a focus on the relationship we have with a...
Companion Animal Foundation/Community Animal Program Center by Companion Animal Foundation
CAF offers both kitties and dogs up for adoption, spay neuter assistance for anyone on a limited income or trying to help feral cats (no income gui...
We provide microchipping services in Arcata.
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Recent Activity

Kim from Companion Animal Foundation Answered this on March 15, 2020
We're seeing a decline of customers although they're still coming in.  We do have readily available sanitizer on the counter.  There are no options for shopping online (we run a thrift store to help animals in our county).   (more) We're seeing a decline of customers although they're still coming in.  We do have readily available sanitizer on the counter.  There are no options for shopping online (we run a thrift store to help animals in our county).  

Kim from Companion Animal Foundation Answered this on August 02, 2019
Not often but yes. We only refuse service in two situations. The first is when someone is unnecessarily rude. We love our customers and if we can’t help the situation and we(the staff) are still treated in a rude or condescending way, then we ask people to leave and tell them they’re welcome to... (more) Not often but yes. We only refuse service in two situations. The first is when someone is unnecessarily rude. We love our customers and if we can’t help the situation and we(the staff) are still treated in a rude or condescending way, then we ask people to leave and tell them they’re welcome to come back when they can behave in a respectful manner. The second is when someone changes prices on an item. I won’t deal at all as this is a form of theft. 

Kim from Companion Animal Foundation Answered this on June 16, 2018
Is it possible to change your policy and possibly send out a letter to all clients balancing out your gratitude with the policy change?  "I am so grateful to run a business that is valued and has such quality clients.  To keep my business flowing smoothly, I have instituted a new policy of... (more) Is it possible to change your policy and possibly send out a letter to all clients balancing out your gratitude with the policy change?  "I am so grateful to run a business that is valued and has such quality clients.  To keep my business flowing smoothly, I have instituted a new policy of requiring payment at the time services are rendered.  Thank you for your continued support.  I look forward to our continued relationship"  This would also apply to new client.  A clear understanding Before the work begins.  I find that when I'm clear at the beginning, this helps to get what is needed and then move on.  Backtracking wastes a tremendous amount of valuable time.  This applies to staff as well.  Being clear avoids confusion or guessing and doing things that aren't necessarily helpful.

Kim from Companion Animal Foundation Answered this on June 08, 2018
Be authentic.  Care.  Believe in what you do.  There is no specific closing line.   (more) Be authentic.  Care.  Believe in what you do.  There is no specific closing line.  

Kim from Companion Animal Foundation Answered this on December 01, 2017
I don't think were better, I believe every animal welfare organization offers something unique and in each unique endeavor we all strive to be the best. If you love what you do, you will be your best. (more) I don't think were better, I believe every animal welfare organization offers something unique and in each unique endeavor we all strive to be the best. If you love what you do, you will be your best.

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