ASPCA

Reflecting on the 20th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina Twenty years ago, Hurricane Katrina changed everything—for people and pets, demonstrating the vital importance of preparedness when disaster strikes. This September, during National Preparedness Month, our disaster response experts are looking back on how far preparedness has come—and sharing lifesaving tips to help keep your family members safe during emergencies. https://bit.ly/4p2rh4v

URGENT: Dog Rescue in North Carolina❗ At the request of the Star Police Department and in collaboration with Montgomery County Animal Services, the ASPCA assisted with the rescue of nearly 20 dogs living on the property of an overwhelmed pet owner in North Carolina. The dogs were found living in extremely unsanitary and hazardous conditions in the home, and it was clear that immediate intervention was necessary. They will receive ongoing medical and behavioral care at an ASPCA facility. During times like these, when we need to take immediate action for animals, support from people like you is critical. PLEASE MAKE AN URGENT GIFT today as we continue to give these animals, and so many others, the care they need. Donate now👉 aspca.org/NCdogrescue

🌈 Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day is a time to honor and remember our beloved pets and animals who have passed away. We are so grateful that passionate animal lovers, like you, choose to rescue, love and care for them. Whether they were a furry companion of your own, one who you helped heal, or one that you just met briefly, their impact lives on. No matter how much time has passed, their memory is forever etched in our hearts. Feel free to share their name, or even a story, in the comments as a way to honor them 🧡 Thank you for always keeping animals close to your heart. #PetLoss #PetGrief #ASPCA #RainbowBridge #RainbowBridgeRemembranceDay

The ASPCA joins NYPD officers for National Night Out! 👮🤝🐶 For over 40 years, National Night Out has aimed to strengthen ties and partnerships between the police and the local community. ASPCA staff and volunteers recently joined NYPD officers at nine different events across all five boroughs to celebrate National Night Out! We distributed informational flyers with valuable pet care tips, details about adoption and volunteering information at various precincts and Police Service Areas all over the city. We also focused on building meaningful connections with the attending community members, as well as local social service organizations. Community Engagement Coordinator, David Louridas, mentions, "Families were so grateful for the ASPCA's services, and some hold stories of how they have been literally lifesaving for their neighborhood." Read more about this meaningful partnership here: https://bit.ly/45uIwE3

HOT NEW BOMBSHELL JOINS THE RESCUE EFFECT 🧡🎉 Ariana Madix, actress, businesswoman and fan favorite TV personality, is joining #TheRescueEffect! Many shelters nationwide are full and are working overtime with limited resources to help animals find loving homes. By choosing to adopt a pet, you help free resources and space for shelters to save even more animals - that's The Rescue Effect! As a rescue pet parent to an 18-year-old cat named Kitty and a 6-year-old pit bull-mix named Mya Moon, rescue animals are close to Ariana's heart. “When you visit a shelter, you’ll see so many wonderful animals just waiting for a second chance,” said Ariana Madix. “Choosing to adopt even one pet creates a ripple — not just for that animal, but for others who now have a better chance at finding a home, too." From August to October, Ariana and her pets will be spreading awareness about this lifesaving campaign across social media and will be featured on our site. Known for her role in Bravo's "Vanderpump Rules," the host of Peacock TV's "Love Island USA" and more, her support will make a difference to millions of adoptable animals! Learn more about The Rescue Effect here: https://lnkd.in/erR8MF65

If your childhood dream was to have a majestic, large, free-spirited canine partner, but you're not quite ready to adopt one, fostering is a great way to turn that dream into a reality! 🐺🧡 Meet Aliyah, our gorgeous resident howler with heterochromia (two different colored eyes!). This sweet pup warms up quickly to new people and loves to show off her silly personality. Aliyah is full of energy and always ready for an adventure. Don't let her active side fool you, though! Aliyah is a total cuddle bug who will happily curl up next to you for some TV binging after a day full of fun. When you choose to foster, you're not only giving Aliyah a much-needed break from the shelter, you're also freeing up space and resources for another pup in need. That's #TheRescueEffect! Visit the link below to learn about how you can foster (or adopt 😉) Aliyah today. https://bit.ly/4mQCXFA

From paw print palettes to paw-fectly painted portraits! These adoptable artists are ready to leave a mark on your heart 🧡🐾 The ASPCA's adoption programs have so many animals ready to find their loving homes, and they're not the only ones! Animal shelters and rescues nationwide are full of cats and dogs of all sizes, ages and wonderful personalities who are looking for their loving adopters. They need YOU to choose adoption. When you adopt, or even foster, a shelter animal, you help free up space and resources for shelters to rescue even more animals. It’s a ripple: When we help one, we help many — that’s The Rescue Effect. Now through October, we're providing $2 million in grants to cover adoption fees and support operations at many participating shelters and rescue groups across the country. Visit https://lnkd.in/erR8MF65 to see our adoptables like these in the video, or use our Shelter Finder tool to find a participating shelter near you!

Celebrating Hurricane Helene's unsung heroes 🐶 When Hurricane Helene tore through Western North Carolina last September, communities were absolutely devastated. The ASPCA Behavioral Rehabilitation Center (BRC), located just outside of Asheville, was among the affected. While 27 dogs from the BRC were safely evacuated to our shelter in Ohio after the storm, a handful were in foster homes during the worst of it. Every single foster caregiver treated their foster dog as if they were their own, evacuating and ensuring the safety of their foster and resident pets alike. One foster, Ann G., was unreachable even as phone service was restored. Dedicated and concerned staff mapped out a route to her home, dodged downed power lines and trees and were able to check in and deliver supplies for her and her foster pup, Catalina. Neighbors confirmed that the pair was safe and staying with friends, and the next day, Ann was able to reach the staff and relay that they were safe! Ann ended up adopting Catalina, emphasizing that she was their rock throughout this entire ordeal. This National #AnimalFosterAppreciationWeek, we couldn't be more grateful to these amazing individuals who weathered the worst storms with a furry foster by their side. 🧡 Read more foster stories who stepped up during a heartbreaking emergency here: https://bit.ly/4fMOXG7

Come experience foster life with Starfish and Bubbles! At five weeks old, these kittens were growing quickly and ready to explore their surroundings under careful supervision. A foster stepped up and happily welcomed them into their home and heart. Being a foster caregiver for shelter animals, especially kittens, is critical to our rescue mission. During summer's feline breeding season (AKA kitten season), shelters see thousands of vulnerable kittens who need around-the-clock care. When a foster opens their home for kittens like Starfish and Bubbles, we can free up resources and space for even more at-risk kittens. When you help one, you help many. That's #TheRescueEffect! We're incredibly grateful for our dedicated foster caregivers who make it possible to rescue even more kitties 🧡 Ready to foster? Visit the link below to learn more! https://bit.ly/4lDX4Gf #ASPCA #KittenFostering #CatFosters #TRE

One dedicated foster volunteer helps this shy cat blossom 🌷🐱 Tulip was one of more than 200 animals seized from a nonprofit animal rescue organization in Los Angeles in October of 2022 and impounded at the LA County Department of Downey Animal Care and Control Center (DACC). The majority of the cats were under-socialized, shut down and in need of treatment for various medical conditions. Shelter staff noticed a decline in her behavior and continued to provide toys, treats, and more to enrich and lighten up her spirits. Once DACC was legally cleared to release the animals to rescue partners, we were able to safely place Tulip in foster care, where she could continue to heal. Lisa A. has fostered hundreds of cats for the ASPCA since 2017 and is no stranger to working with shy cats. She could sense Tulip had a loving heart despite her fear, so she set her up in a large bathroom where she could decompress. Once Tulip grew more comfortable with Lisa, she soon had more access to the rest of her home. She even became BFFS with Lisa's resident senior cats! Lisa cared for Tulip for 9 months, playing a crucial role in setting her up for success to find her new home. Although it was a tearful goodbye, Lisa knew Tulip had someone special out there who would love her like no other. Someone like Chris N., who found himself on the ASPCA's Los Angeles Feline Program's website, looking at who was available for adoption. Tulip caught his eye, and the ASPCA staff arranged a virtual meet and greet. Chris fell in love and adopted Tulip in July 2024. While Tulip did take some time to warm up, he gave her plenty of time and space to adjust at her own pace. Now, she wants all of his attention! Tulip no longer hides when guests come over, and often sits on Chris' desk while he's working to "help". Tulip's adoption enabled Lisa to bring home another animal in need of foster care, and when that animal moved into a foster home, it helped the shelter give another one a chance. Helping one helps many, which is what we call #TheRescueEffect. Visit the link below to read more about Tulip's story. 🧡 https://bit.ly/41LFSHw #ASPCA #HappyTail