Summer Pet Safety Tips
As the warmer weather arrives it also happens to bring with it some hazards – especially for our pets. To make sure your pet’s summer season is as fun and safe as possible, we'd like to share these important safety tips.
June is Rabies Vaccination Month
During the month of June, the Veterinary Team at our Pet Health Centers is spreading the word on keeping your pet up to date on their rabies vaccinations, and offering $15 vaccinations all month long. Whether indoor or outdoor pets, it’s the best way to protect them from harm.
The Adoptions Continue as 18th Annual Tour For Life® Comes to a Close
As the world’s largest no-kill rescue and adoption organization, it’s only fitting that North Shore Animal League America spearheads Tour For Life®, the world’s largest cooperative lifesaving adoption event sponsored by Purina®. For 10 weeks, our state-of-the-art Mobile Adoption Units traveled through 50 cities in 37 states, promoting the plight of homeless companion animals and collaborating with our shelter partners to facilitate more than 2,000 adoptions!
May is Pet Allergy Awareness Month
Dogs and Cats often experience allergies to pollen, grasses, dust, and mold just as humans do. During the month of May, when you schedule an allergy exam at our Pet Health Centers you’ll save on 10% on a variety of tests and treatments to help your pet get back to enjoying the spring season.
53 Dogs and Puppies Transported to Safety During Midwestern Rescue
With the help of National Mill Dog Rescue, a non-profit organization based in Peyton, Colorado, dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating discarded breeding dogs, Animal League America was able to change the world of 53 deserving animals this past weekend.
Volunteer Appreciation Month: Debby Rightmyer
“I take a lot of pride in working with the dogs who need it the most. Since many of these animals are with us for significant periods of time, I have the opportunity to build strong relationships with some of them. This allows me to teach them important skills that will give them a better quality of life in the long run.” - Debby Rightmyer, Volunteer since 2005.
Volunteer Appreciation Month: Robert Winterton
“I take a lot of pride in getting to know the cats and putting them into the best situations as possible. It’s certainly a nice perk of being a volunteer.” - Robert Winterton, Volunteer since 2015.
Don and Karen LaRocca Pet Wellness Center Opens
Join us on Wednesday April 11, at 11:30am for a ribbon cutting ceremony in celebration of the highly anticipated Don and Karen LaRocca Pet Wellness Center! This state-of-the-art facility, made possible by the overwhelming generosity of the LaRocca Family, marks another advancement towards creating a better world for all companion animals.
Continuing to Provide Relief to Texas Shelter in Dire Need
Located just outside of Houston, Polk County SPCA has been pushed to the limit since Hurricane Harvey hit, with an abundance of homeless and displaced animals straining the no-kill shelter’s resources.
Volunteer Appreciation Month: Bobby Fernandez
“Being a volunteer is important to me because I love animals, dogs in particular, and I know that I can make a real difference in their lives. " - Bobby Fernanadez, Volunteer since 2015.