Feature Stories

  • Saving the Dogs of Chernobyl

    September 7, 2017
    Over 30 years ago the Chernobyl nuclear disaster occurred. Today hundreds of dogs are still living in the exclusion zone – alone and trapped. SPCAI’s staff recently visited the dogs in the exclusion zone.
  • Hero is Home!

    September 7, 2017
    Hero’s rescue was a success. This adorable pup from Iraq, who captured the heart of U.S. Army SPC Hatch and a required life or death rescue, arrived at SPC Hatch’s California home last week. We have lots of photos to share with you!
  • 1,000th Operation Military Pets Grant Given

    September 7, 2017
    Time to bust out the ticker tape and fanfare! The SPCAI team just surpassed 1,000 Operation Military Pets grants sent to military families in need. In just 4 years, this program has helped keep a thousand military families together and countless pets out of shelters.
  • 750 Dogs Will Be Saved In Chernobyl

    August 24, 2017
    Executive Director, Meredith Ayan, is in the Chernobyl exclusion zone right now with our partners, Clean Futures Fund. Thanks to our generous supporters we have reached our $30,000 goal, this will enable our partners to spay and neuter all 750 dogs, provide them with food and shelter and all the veterinary care they need. Thank …
  • Saving Lives in Panama

    August 11, 2017
    Last month our team was on the ground with our partners at Spay Panama, visiting their Panama City clinic and helping to spay and neuter 562 animals! Through their invaluable work, countless dogs and cats are receiving the medical care they need.
  • 20 Recent Dog Rescues

    August 10, 2017
    SPCAI’s rescue team is constantly working to save animals for U.S. service members deployed worldwide. We recently rescued these 21 dogs for our troops. All of them are now safe in the U.S. with their new military families. As of today, 80 more dogs and cats are waiting for help from our team. This life-saving …
  • Recipe: Quick Vegan Peanut Butter Flaxseed Dog Treats

    August 10, 2017
    We are proud to announce the winner of the July Dog Treat Recipe contest: Tamara Bragg and her Quick Vegan Peanut Butter Flaxseed Cookies! Tamara says, “Every dog I have ever given these to wants more and more and more! They are a great vegan nutritious snack for all dogs.” Click through to get the …
  • Summer Pet Safety Tips

    July 12, 2017
    Summer is always a fun time of the year – the beaches are open, the sun is out, there are so many outdoor activates that you and your animal companions can do! When planning a day trip or vacation it is always important to keep your pet’s safety in mind. Check out these summer activities …
  • Rescuing Rooster

    July 12, 2017
    Marc Du Lac, a USAF veteran and aircraft weapons maintenance instructor, was sent on a one year contract in Iraq. One year away from his family, friends, and beloved pets. During his time in Iraq he formed an unbreakable bond with a puppy he lovingly named Rooster. Thanks to help from SPCA International, Rooster was …
  • Shelter Spotlight: PAWS-Patas

    July 11, 2017
    PAWS-Patas helps roughly 400 animals annually, providing essential medical care and finding permanent homes locally and internationally. In addition to the care, PAWS-Patas brings to animals they also increase public awareness of animal welfare issues through humane education programs. Learn more about this recent Shelter Support Fund recipient.