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Discover Austin Pets Alive! behind the scenes – including impact stories from our community, APA! happenings, and letters from Dr. Jefferson.

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Apr 03, 2024

Austin Needs To Rebuild Its Model, Not Kill For Space

Shelters all over the United States are struggling, including Austin Animal Center and us right here at Austin Pets Alive!.

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Apr 05, 2023

Paddle for Puppies May 7th, 2023

Paddle for Puppies 2023, will take place on Sunday May 7th at 8:00am. Both people and water-confident dogs* paddle 2.5 miles down Lady Bird Lake all i...

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Mar 30, 2023

APA!’s New Pet Pals Program Is Creating the Next Generation of Animal Welfare Leaders!

The interns, between 16 and 21 years old, are learning the ins and outs of shelter management, and gaining the necessary skills and experience to work...

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Feb 21, 2023

Amplify Austin

Calling all Austinites, dog fans and cat enthusiasts! Amplify Austin 2023 is just around the corner and we need you to join us to #AmplifyLifesaving t...

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Feb 13, 2023

Ready, Set, Rally!

Ready, Set, Rally was one of the first events APA! had the opportunity to attend as one of Austin Subaru’s 2023 “pillar partners,”.

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Feb 08, 2023

Sometimes All It Takes is a Bag of Food to Keep Pets in Homes

In 2022, APA! became a benefiting partner of a program created by the Humane Society of the United States and Chewy that connects Chewy’s warehouse re...

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Feb 02, 2023

Cold Weather Emergency Needs

A dangerous wintery mix has hit Central Texas this week. We’re calling on our community members for help needed NOW.

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Jan 23, 2023

Mars Ambassadors Help Austin Pets Alive! Save *More* Puppies From Parvo and Distemper

No Kill is all about innovation, and working together to save lives. That's why we were so excited to have two Mars Ambassadors join us at APA!

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Jan 21, 2023

USPS Embraces Our Furry Friends with 'Love Forever' Stamps at Austin Pets Alive!

In a nod to America’s great affection for furry friends, the United States Postal Service unveiled two new ‘Love Forever’ stamps at APA!.

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Dec 28, 2022

Fireworks Can be Scary for Our Pets

Fireworks can be scary for our pets. In the US, New Year’s Eve has the second highest number of reported lost pets. Please keep pets inside, make sure...

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Dec 24, 2022

Letter from Dr. Jefferson: Saving Lives Together

To keep our animals warm and safe during this cold emergency, we asked our community to take in a foster pet during the storm, give funds to support t...

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