2019 In Review
Dear friend, As the year comes to a close, we all tend to reflect on the trials we have faced and the advancements we have made in life. In animal welfare, we do the same both personally and professionally. […]
Pets
Dear Santa Paws…
Enjoy this poem written by our very own staff! Dear Santa Paws, all we want this year Is a family to love and one to hold dear. A happy home to call our very own, Some catnip and maybe […]
Contribute to The Animal League through United Way!
If you participate in the United Way Campaign program through your workplace, did you know that you may designate a portion of your donation to The Animal League? We are listed in the United Way Donor Choice charitable database […]
Want to make a difference? Foster!
Want to make a difference? Fostering is for you if you: Want to help some of the many homeless and stray animals who may never have known a loving touch or warm bed or who have been abandoned for […]
Meet Cookie. She’s one tough “Cookie”.
Update! Cookie is adopted! Dear Friends, This year marks The Animal League’s 30th anniversary of animal rescue! You’ve been wonderful to support The Animal League through its growth adventures. We would like to share with you one of the many […]
Charlie’s Story: A Mutilated Leg & Slit Throat
It wasn’t even 10 days into 2018, and we’d already rescued 3 dogs with serious injuries and broken bones. This is rescue: Charlie’s Story On January 9th at 4:30 p.m., we met our 4th special case of the year, Charlie. Charlie […]
From one litter, but different daddies?
Momma is in birth and the babies are coming… One, two, three babies… More are coming! Four, five six babies… Mamma’s not done yet! Seven, eight babies! Whew! Momma’s tired but caring for her babies. Babies are fine. Wait […]
The Animal League to the rescue again!
This poor injured pup was running around for days with a broken leg before animal services was able to catch her. They contacted The Animal League to help and she was transferred straight to the veterinarian. We haven’t even had […]
Lucky is One Lucky Boy
At 10 months old Lucky was found lifeless and emaciated on the side of the road by a Good Samaritan as she was on her way to work one very early morning. Lucky was hit by a car and left […]
How could we say ‘no’ to this sweet baby?
We met Princess this past weekend. We were asked last-minute if we could help her, and after one look at that beautiful face, how could we say no? Princess came to us with an injured front leg, and multiple […]
Register to Save Lives! Charity Golf Tournament
Join Us At The Animal League’s Puttin’ Fore Paws Golf Tournament Mission Inn Resort & Club 10400 FL-48, Howey-in-the-Hills, FL Sunday, September 29, 2019 The event will begin with 7:30 a.m. registration and check-in followed by a 8:30 a.m. shotgun start. […]
Memorial Day Cat Lover’s Special 5/25 – 5/31
Calling all cat lovers! All of The Animal League’s shelter cats and kittens available for adoption are just $25 through May 31, 2018*! Includes cats at the Adoption Center in Groveland and at Petco in Clermont (2561 E Hwy 50, Clermont, […]
Happy and playful boy… needs your help
This just in… LEAF is a 7 week old Chocolate Lab puppy. We just met him yesterday after being asked for help. He’s a happy, curious, and playful boy, just like any other Lab! However, Leaf came to us […]
Have a Heart Recovery Fund Helps Heartworm + Dogs
This year, save a heart – literally! For the week of Valentine’s Day, Monday 2/12/18 – Sunday 2/18/18, make a donation to the Have a Heart Recovery Fund of at least $25 and we’ll send a personalized e-card to your […]
Baby (Big) Red is Doing Well
Baby Red (also known as Big Red) was one of our rescues in late October. The Animal League rescued him and his kitten siblings at five weeks old, after hearing they were homeless and destined for euthanasia if a rescue […]
A Heartfelt Letter & Update from Our President
Reflecting on the year that has nearly passed, I am truly grateful to our supporters who make our animal welfare work possible. 2017 has been a busy year. In addition to our humane education and Nourish the Needy programs, the […]
This Year We Are Thankful for Second Chances
These are just 4 of the hundreds of special-needs pets who we’ve rescued, rehabilitated, and placed into homes this year. Timber, the Husky, had an embedded collar which required surgery to remove. She was also heartworm positive and extremely […]
Abandoned – Part 3: Foster Care & Litters
We continue our behind-the-scenes coverage of animal rescue with a look at our foster care network. Ever wonder how we have all those adorable puppies and kittens? Watch to find out! Be ready for CUTENESS OVERLOAD! We’ll also update you […]
Abandoned – Part 2: Journey to Recovery
Watch Abandoned – Part 2: Journey to Recovery to see what happens first during our intake process for cats and dogs. Abandoned is an original Animal League series following dogs rescued from an elderly woman who died. Because she […]
2017 Holiday Tribute Cards for Friends & Loved Ones
This holiday season, skip the presents and send a special holiday tribute card donation instead! We’ll be sending out Holiday Tribute cards by email up until Christmas Eve at 1 p.m. For a limited time, when you make a […]
Neutron saved by Sunshine Fund
Ahoy Mateys, Captain NEUTRON checking in! As many of you are aware, I found my dream home a couple weeks back. My story reached over 8,275 people, and was shared 90 times! WOW – I am a famous pirate doggy! […]
Caring for Kendrick
1/15/2017 10:00 am: UPDATE: Sadly, despite all our best care and love, Kendrick has passed away to the Rainbow Bridge. His immune system wasn’t strong enough to withstand the deadly parvo virus. We thank you all for your donations […]
Give Back this Giving Tuesday!
Be a part of this global giving movement! Here are ways you can help The Animal League on #GivingTuesday! Become a Circle of Life Monthly Giver The Animal League has been helping protecting and improving the lives of homeless and […]
Puppy needs your help
PUPPY THROWN, HIT BY A CAR, DESERTED AND NOW THIS… A defenseless and innocent puppy was thrown from a car and then hit by that same vehicle as the driver sped off. He was left deserted and badly injured, unable […]
Emerson’s Kitchen Gives Back
The Animal League has proudly partnered with Emerson’s Kitchen’s, an all-natural dog bakery and boutique located in Central Florida. Emerson’s Kitchen believes that every dog deserves a loving environment and of course, healthy treats. To accomplish this mission, your purchase helps […]
Hope for Little Man and Benjamin
Dirty water, little shelter, sparse food and worst of all, no one to love them… This little senior Chihuahua was left to fend for himself when his owner went to jail. Neighbors fed him scraps for 6 months before someone […]
Meet Blanca!
Hi friends! I’m BLANCA! I’m a super gentle and sweet girl. I’ve been waiting to meet my family since April. No one has come to visit me, or asked to see me. This makes me sad since I am a […]
We’re on the Golf Channel! Watch now!
Did you catch it? This week we were interviewed by the Golf Channel! The puppies were exhausted from playing with the staff and crew. They were a big hit; it seemed every person in the building had to pet them…and […]
Lightning has weathered some storms
Lightning’s skinny, frail body tells a story of a stormy past. Surrendered by her owner, her emaciated body shows off every protruding rib and vertebrae. Additionally, she is heartworm positive and is being treated for intestinal parasites… With your help, […]