Executive Director’s Blog

SPCA International works to build strong partnerships with organizations doing important animal welfare work around the globe. This model brings strength to our sector and increases our impact. I am thrilled to announce a new partnership with Animal Wellness Action on a new campaign Kangaroos Are Not Shoes!

A new partnership with Le Coeur Sur La Patte in Morocco is saving lives and changing the way the city of Agadir approaches animal population control. These steps are just the beginning of implementing a sustainable model of animal population control.

Here at SPCA International, we are thrilled that the New York State Senate has approved a bill to prohibit the sale of cats, dogs and rabbits in pet stores. The bill still needs to pass the Assembly and be approved by the Governor, but it is now well on its way.

Here at SPCA International, our Operation Baghdad Pups: Worldwide program is constantly helping soldiers stationed around the globe rescue their pets when their overseas tours of duty end. Recently, we asked some of the soldiers who have been helped by our program to share their experience in a short video.

With our SPCA International headquarters located in New York City, we have felt the profound effects of COVID-19. When we look back on COVID-19, I hope we remember the good that came out of this harrowing situation. I hope we remember to reduce our pollution, slow down our lives, and generously share our planet with …

On May 20th, the National Park Service removed hunting and trapping prohibitions on Alaska national preserves. The new guidelines remove protections implemented in 2015 and will allow hunting and trapping practices that are being opposed by conservationists and many hunters.

Here at SPCA International, we’re celebrating Earth Day this April 22nd, and we hope you are too. Granted, we aren’t throwing a big bash, but we’re taking a few minutes to recognize the importance of caring for the environment.

By Meredith Ayan, Executive Director

Animal shelters across the nation house thousands of dogs
and cats in need of loving homes. That’s why I am heartened by the newly
proposed New York State Senate Bill that would ban pet stores from selling dogs,
cats and rabbits. Instead, pet stores would be encouraged to offer spaces to
local shelters to showcase …

Many dedicated people are sharing their time, energy and financial resources to make sure animals stay safe. Here at SPCA International, we’re working hard to deliver aid to the organizations that need it most. As the situation evolves, we’ll keep you updated with the latest developments and needs of animal welfare organizations around the globe. …

By Meredith Ayan, Executive Director

March 8th is International Women’s Day, so I want
to take a moment to honor all of the amazing women in the field of animal
welfare.

Animal welfare is by and large a women’s movement. That’s
not to say there aren’t some amazing men involved with animal welfare, because
there certainly are. However, the vast …