As the fifth and final ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge draws to a close, we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate the accomplishments of Challenge contestants across the country. Over the course of five spirited competitions, Challengers worked tirelessly to break their own adoption records and win prizes in the form of ASPCA grant funding, resulting in more than 282,000 animals saved.
Guest blog by Deborah Press, ASPCA Senior Manager of Regulatory Affairs
At the request of the Indiana Gaming Commission Gaming Control Division, the ASPCA is assisting in the removal of more than 15 animals, including birds and dogs, from properties associated with cockfighting in Fayette and Henry Counties, Indiana.
The investigation began as a cockfighting investigation, and search warrants were executed Thursday morning for the seizure of roosters. The remaining animals were subsequently surrendered. Without access to proper food or water, many of the animals appeared to be malnourished and suffering from medical issues.
Lifestyle brand Alex and Ani and its charitable division, Charity by Design, have created a new charm design in support of the ASPCA! Part of Alex and Ani’s Charity by Design collection, the “Prints of Love” bangle features a paw print shaped charm and is available in both Rafaelian Silver and Rafaelian Gold.
It’s hard to believe we’re only a month out from Election Day! For midterm elections like these, where there are no presidential candidates keeping our attention focused on the race for the White House, it can be easy to forget there are still a lot of important elections happening this November. But that makes it even more important that your voice is heard!
At the ASPCA, we believe that fostering a bond between children and animals is of the utmost importance (in fact, we have a whole website about it!). After all, in a few short years those kids will be the strongest voice for animals that we have. That’s why we were so excited to hear from ASPCA adopter Barbara H. and her nine-year-old son, Tobias, about their new feline family member. Here is the Happy Tail of a cat named Devito.
Love to shop online? Online retailer Gilt.com is offering the ASPCA an exclusive opportunity to shop Nikki Reed's pet accessory sale before it officially begins on October 1st at 9 P.M. Nikki Reed has designed a limited-edition “Found My Animal” dog leash and dog collar to be sold exclusively on Gilt.com, and 100% of the proceeds of the sale will benefit the ASPCA’s lifesaving work for animals nationwide.
From Internet sensation to movie star and fundraiser, it’s no secret that Lil Bub has an impressive resume. But now, everyone’s favorite perma-kitten can add another title to that list: CEO. That’s right! This super-cute, super-special cat-lebrity is taking over the ASPCA as our Cat Executive Officer for a Day!
Lil Bub is officially running the show all day today, September 30. Even though she’s got a jam-packed schedule, we’re pretty sure she’ll find time for Lappy Hour later on. Here’s what she’s been up to so far:
