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7th Annual Pawderosa Ranch Thanksgiving Visit
Pawderosa Ranch Doggie Play and Stay feeds a Thanksgiving feast to nearly 300 shelter dogs at Animal Defense League! “We love giving back during the holidays by feeding every shelter . . .
Read MorePet Heat Tips with San Antonio Zoo and Councilman Manny Pelaez
Learn with Councilman Manny Pelaez about how the San Antonio Zoo keeps their pets and visitors cool from Tim Morrow, San Antonio Zoo President & CEO, and get some great . . .
Read MoreJoin the Continued Fight Against Heartworms
According to the American Heartworm Society, “More than a million pets in the United States have heartworms.” In 2021, ADL treated 205 dogs that were suffering from Heartworm disease, and . . .
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Our Mission
The Animal Defense League of Texas takes in rescued cats and dogs, provides medical treatment, nutrition, and shelter in a safe, live release facility until they are matched with their forever families. Through community education and empowerment, we advocate for truly responsible pet ownership.
