Feature Stories

  • Helping Animals in Crisis: SPCA International’s Wildfire Relief in Southern California

    February 10, 2025
    When we learned of the devastating impact the California Wildfires had on animals, we knew we had to act. We deployed a team to Southern California, partnering with local organizations like EARS, Operation Blankets of Love, Animal Advocacy Network, and Modern Animal. Together, we provided essential supplies, supported search and rescue efforts, and assisted animals …
  • Celebrating Spay & Neuter Month

    February 10, 2025
    At SPCA International, we’re committed to supporting spay and neuter programs worldwide to reduce animal homelessness and prevent disease. During this Spay & Neuter Month, we’re funding sterilization efforts from the U.S. to Tanzania to Ukraine. With your help, we’re making a global difference—one spay and neuter procedure at a time.
  • Farm & Yard and SPCA International: Partners in Compassion and Care

    February 1, 2025
    At SPCA International, we know partnerships can change lives. Our work with Farm & Yard is a perfect example. Since the summer of 2024, Farm & Yard, a pet products company dedicated to animal welfare, has supported our PAWsitive Recovery program, which helps individuals and their pets overcome challenges such as addiction, mental health struggles, …
  • A New Beginning: Balto and Nanouk’s Path from Ukraine to a Forever Home

    January 9, 2025
    Balto and Nanouk’s journey began in the chaos and peril of war-torn Ukraine. As vulnerable puppies, they were rescued and given a second chance at life at Sava’s Safe Haven in Romania, a trusted shelter partner of SPCA International.

    Cherished by everyone at Sava’s Safe Haven, Balto and Nanouk grew into gentle, loving dogs. However, their …

  • Home for the Holidays

    December 3, 2024
    There’s nothing quite like the bond between a person and their beloved animal. This holiday season, we’re thrilled to share that, thanks to the incredible generosity of supporters like you, we’ve recently reunited over 30 amazing cats and dogs with their loving families.
  • Saving Lives and Changing Hearts

    December 3, 2024
    In early October, our SPCA International team traveled to Romania, a country that has seen an inspiring transformation in animal welfare. Just over a decade ago, Romania faced a tragic crisis with its stray dog population. In 2013, the government enacted a law that led to the mass culling of stray dogs, resulting in the …
  • Standing Up for Turkey’s Stray Dogs

    December 3, 2024
    On November 15, animal lovers, advocates, and organizations came together at Pershing Square Plaza in New York City for a powerful day of action. Rally for Life: Save Turkey’s Stray Dogs, organized by our team at SPCA International in partnership with Haydiko (our partner from Turkey), Korean K9 Rescue, and Stray Dog Support, united a …
  • Lifesaving Achievements Made Possible by You

    December 3, 2024
    As 2024 comes to a close, we at SPCA International are taking a moment to celebrate everything we’ve achieved together this year—thanks to the generosity and commitment of donors like you. With your support, we’ve made a meaningful difference in the lives of animals and people around the globe, from providing emergency medical care to …
  • Purr-fect Presents: Gifts for Pets and Pet Parents

    November 1, 2024
    Looking for the perfect gift for a pet or pet parent this holiday season? Our team at SPCA International has put together a list of their favorite picks to make shopping easier this holiday season. From cozy beds to fun toys, we’ve got you covered with ideas that both pets and their humans will love. …
  • Panny’s Remarkable Recovery

    October 31, 2024
    Back in September, we reached out to you with an urgent plea to help save Panny, a sweet kitty who had suffered severe brain damage. We weren’t sure if he would ever fully recover, but we knew we had to do everything we could for him. Thanks to your incredible generosity, we were able to …