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Our Leadership Team Featured in San Antonio Magazine: A Paw-some Tribute to Girl Power!

Categories: News Release

  We’re beyond excited to announce that our incredible leadership team has been featured in San Antonio Magazine! This honor celebrates the strong, visionary women who lead our company with confidence, creativity, and a whole lot of heart—proving that when women come together, they’re unstoppable! 💪 From tackling challenges head-on to inspiring growth and innovation, our team is a true pack of powerhouse leaders. We’re so proud to be recognized for our collective success and grateful to have such an…

Meet Moomoo and Geneva!

Categories: News Release

Come visit this darling pair at our Nacogdoches campus today!

Meet Halloween, KSAT’s Good Dog of the Week! 🎃

Categories: News Release

 Our sweet boy is the self-appointed welcome committee at Animal Defense League of Texas, and he's looking for his forever home. It's spooky season all year round with Halloween! Come meet him today at our Nacogdoches location!

Meet Coraline, SA Live’s ‘Good Dog of the Week! 💖

Categories: News Release

Our sweet girl Coraline got a chance to be in the spotlight this week when she was chosen to be SALive's Good Dog of the Week! Coraline came into our care from ACS in 2021 and has been the keeper of our hearts ever since. Though she is currently battling cancer, she remains a sweet and caring girl. Help us find her furever home!

Meet Chocolate Chip & Kix!

Categories: News Release

Both of these cuties are available at no cost during Bissel's Empty The Shelters Event, running now through 7/31!  

Categories: News Release

The rumors are true! Thanks to Bissel Pet Foundation, ADL is pushing to 'Empty the Shelters' with free adoptions ALL JULY! Browse our adoptable pets here.   Read the full article from KSAT here.  

Firework Safety Tips!

Categories: Informative

Fireworks may cause added stress for pets. Here are tips for owners on how to help (yahoo.com)

Forgotten Friend, Constellation, finds her fur-ever home!

Categories: News Release

 Brought to the shelter over one year ago, she had been waiting for someone to choose her ever since. Then we featured her and she was adopted the very next day!

Naco’s Story featured on Newsweek!

Categories: Featured Story

Newsweek, a global media organization, featured our long-time resident, Naco, in their publication! Naco was originally brought to the Animal Defense League of Texas in September 2018 when he was dumped outside the shelter's doors. Without hesitation, we took him in. Naco was a little spooked at first, running away from staff, but soon he became the sweet boy we all know and love. It's been six years since we took Naco in and the search continues to find his…

Meet Sumo!

Categories: News Release

  Sweet Sumo came to us from ACS in March. A hefty and happy boy, we are proud to say Sumo has found his fur-ever family!

Bunny’s Second Chance

Categories: Second Chances Campaign

From Fracture to Forever: Bunny, the Brave Terrier Mix, Triumphs Over Pain with Surgery and Love, Awaits Adoption at the Animal Defense League of Texas   As the year draws to a close, I wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for your continued support of our beloved pets at the Animal Defense League of Texas (ADL). This year, despite numerous challenges, we have persevered to ensure the welfare of these voiceless creatures who depend on us. With your unwavering support,…

Papita’s Second Chance

Categories: Second Chances Campaign

  Rescued from Feline Blues: Papita, the 19-pound sweetheart, triumphs over depression, Calicivirus, and hunger strikes to find her purr-fect forever home   While most of us “cat people” know that when we are feeling down, stressed, or anxious, a kitty can be your purr-fect companion; but, not all of us are aware that cats can suffer from depression and sadness too. Changes in routine or environment, the loss of a loved one, illness, or injury can lead to stress…

Conroe’s Second Chance

Categories: Second Chances Campaign

From a shy Distemper survivor to a toothless-smiled social butterfly, Conroe's journey at Animal Defense League is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of love.   I am incredibly proud to be a part of a team that exemplifies compassion, patience, adaptability, and trust by working hard every day to ensure lives are saved. I am also particularly grateful for generous supporters like YOU, without whom we could not have saved the lives of nearly 5,000 dogs, cats,…

The Facts about FeLV

Categories: Informative

ADL would like to say a big thank you to Austin Pets Alive for being the leader and innovator of lifesaving programs to assist FELV positive cats and kittens along with providing the literature that this FAQ was built from. What is Feline Leukemia? FeLV, or Feline Leukemia Virus, is a virus that attacks the immune system of a cat. It isn't a form of cancer but is actually a virus that weakens the immune system. Cats with FeLV can…

FurBall Gala

Categories: Community Events

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 2018 Fur Ball! It was amazing seeing so many of our supporters coming together to raise funds for the homeless pets in our care! Thank you to our auction donors and sponsors! A special thank you to Gunnarson Outdoor Advertising Inc, Tinka Rote and family, Valero Energy, Missy Finck, Alan & Elizabeth Hepp, McCombs Family Foundation, the Youngblood Family, Rosemary's Catering, Angel Fire Vodka, Eskimo Hut, and Freetail Brewing Co. for making our event possible! Event…

Stimpy – Underdog of the Week

Categories: Animal Defense League Blogs, Pet Spotlight

It is tough for us to see a pet that has only been on this earth for a short time be in this bad of shape. Meet Stimpy, a five-month-old Chihuahua puppy that's recovering here at the Animal Defense League of Texas. Stimpy was found wandering through a residential neighborhood by tourists who asked locals about the starving puppy, and the locals stated, "Yeah, he's been running around hungry for a couple of weeks." The visiting family knew that it…

Help heal the hearts of heartworm positive dogs.

Categories: Ways to help ADL

At the Animal Defense League of Texas, we have seen a dramatic increase in heartworm positive homeless dogs. Medication alone can cost $200 - $600, depending on the size of the dog. If you would like to help, please consider making a donation today. Your donation will go directly towards the treatment needed to heal their hearts. Make a Donation or text Valentine to 91999

Undercat of the Week – Bradie

Categories: Pet Spotlight

Meet Bradie! Bradie is one of the current residents of our hospital and our “Undercat of the week"! Bradie came into our facility in October after being hit by a car. We instantly knew she was in a lot of pain. Our veterinarian immediately worked on getting her stabilized to determine what exactly had been injured. X-rays were taken, and we discovered Bradie had been hit so badly that her abdominal wall was no longer intact. Her organs had been…