Animal Cruelty

In March, we asked animal-lovers from all across the country to share their rescue stories with the ASPCA. The response we received was overwhelming—nearly 2,200 of you submitted tales about animals whose lives you have touched—and after careful consideration, we are thrilled to share the three winning stories. Meet Pretzel, Cutter and Anna.

Pretzel, by Cara P.

While demonstrators nationwide gathered in support of the sciences, and some cities celebrated by going car-free or sprucing up gardens and parks, the ASPCA celebrated the 47^th Earth Day in New York City with the NYPD’s Patrol Borough of Staten Island (PBSI) at Corporal Thompson Park, promoting health and wellness for people, pets and the earth.