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A Message from the Desk of the Executive Director

A Message from the Desk of the Executive Director

July 20, 2021 - San Antonio Pets Alive! is under attack. We are learning that there is a huge misconception, and a lot of miscommunication by individuals who do not truly understand our lifesaving mission. Many people wrongly believe that San Antonio Pets Alive! is killing dogs, and that is 100%…

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17 gravely ill puppies and dogs need your help!

Once an animal is infected, the disease attacks their body within weeks. Symptoms of distemper include nasal/eye discharge, coughing, vomiting, lack of appetite and various neurological disorders (twitching, seizures, etc.). With a completely full unit, our medical staff is working diligently to…

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An Operations Update from our Executive Director

Dear SAPA! Supporter, I want to start by thanking everyone who has supported us this past month through donating, fostering, adopting and volunteering. We are so grateful for all you do for our homeless dogs and cats. COVID-19 has created unprecedented times, and I am in awe of the commitment to…

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Cuddle Shuttle: Foster pet and food delivery

Thank you for fostering a San Antonio Pets Alive! pet, we are so appreciative you opened up your home.  I know times are hard right now, and we are all trying to avoid leaving our homes, so to help out we have created a “Cuddle Shuttle” service. The “Cuddle Shuttle” delivers foster pets and…

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Drive Thru Medical Clinic

San Antonio Pets Alive!’s medical clinic is now appointment only.  To limit person-to-person interaction, we are now only providing routine and preventative care through a drive thru system. You must book your appointment in advance (one animal per slot) using our Medical Clinic Drive…

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COVID-19: Program Operations Changes

Dear fosters, volunteers and adopters, We have been closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation and shifting to adhere to CDC guidelines.  To ensure the health of our staff and fosters, we are implementing the following changes until further notice to reduce person-to-person…

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Letter from the Executive Director: COVID-19

Dear SAPA! Supporters,   In light of COVID-19, San Antonio Pets Alive! needs your help more than ever.  With so much uncertainty in our community and world right now, we need emergency gifts to ensure we have critical operating funding so COVID-19 does not hurt or stop our lifesaving…

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Tips to a happy and safe Thanksgiving with pets

Thanksgiving is the time for family, friends and feasts–but these celebrations come with some possibly dangerous situations for your furry family member.  Follow these tips to keep your holiday full of thanks! Bones can be dangerous for your pet! Keep turkey with bones in it away from your…

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