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Our Shelter Wish List

Our urgent needs are treats & dog food rolls, dry dog & cat food (for P. A.S.S. Program), canned wet cat food varieties, flat leashes, pumpkin puree and wire dog crates & cat carriers.

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Share The LOVE

For the eighth year in a row, Austin Pets Alive! has been selected as a recipient of funds raised during Austin Subaru’s Share the Love campaign. The annual fundraiser, pledges to donate $250 when a new vehicle is purchased or leased

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Other Ways to Give

At APA!, you can give in the way that works best for you! From employee giving to gifts of stock, we have numerous ways you can save a pet in need.

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Become a baby bottle foster!

Become a bottle baby foster and save a tiny, vulnerable life! No experience is necessary to become a caregiver. We'll train you and provide as much support as you need to navigate this amazing experience.

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Meet the 2022 Austin FC Mascots!

In 2022 there were 18 honorary mascots from Austin Pets Alive!, and all 18 were adopted! We're excited about another year of partnership with Austin FC. On our blog, you will find this season's special pups!

2O22 HONARY MASCOTS

Austin Pets Alive! is not your average animal shelter. We pioneer innovative lifesaving programs designed to save the animals most at risk of euthanasia.

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Adopt

Looking for a furry friend to add to the family? We have thousands of animals that would love to be part of your home.

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Foster

Open your heart and home to a pet in need, and be the bridge to a dog or cat's forever home.

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Volunteer

Our volunteers make lifesaving possible -- become a volunteer today!

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FIND HELP WITH YOUR PET

Need help with your pet? Search for the pet support services we offer, or services offered by our partner organizations in the Austin area by using the search bar below

e.g. low cost veterinarian, temporary fostering, rehome my pet

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Bluebelle

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Lola

Independent, Relaxed, Low-Maintenance Lola isn't the type to insist on cuddles or to constantly demand your attention. She is so easygoin...

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Innovation is in our blood. By creating first-of-their-kind programs, we save lives that otherwise would be lost.

110,000+

lives saved

since 2008.

10,533

adoptions

in 2022.

11,324

foster placements

in 2022.

Our Programs

American Pets Alive!

See what APA! is doing to help other shelters, rescues, and communities across the nation.

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