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(APA!) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping to Keep Austin No Kill. has saved over 100,000 dogs and cats from being killed at Central Texas shelters. Comments seen as unlawful, obscene, spam or otherwise offensive will be removed.

11/25/2024

Jailhouse Rock is a 2-month-old kitten with a kidney too large for her tiny body. And, after surviving panleukopenia, she’s still underweight and struggling to grow stronger. 🥺

With the care she’s receiving in her foster home, and through our medical clinic, Jailhouse Rock has a chance at a happy, healthy life — but only with your support today!

Thanks to a generous $5,000 match from Byte Elevate, donations made right now are ❗TRIPLED❗ Every $1 = $3, so don’t wait to give and make 3x the miracles!

✨ Make miracles for pets like Jailhouse Rock today by clicking the donate button above or visiting our website at https://bit.ly/3CJlttb

11/25/2024

Someone (ahem, foster mom) got Speedway up way too early (10am)

💤 For a young gal, Speedway is low key, happy, and quick to learn. Whether it's a mid-morning walk (emphasis on the “mid”) or a snooze on the couch, Speedway can't wait to join you!

She needs a foster sitter 11/26 - 12/1. It’s the perfect opportunity to get to know her! Visit https://bit.ly/4fGAE4Y or email [email protected] to inquire about Speedway today.

11/24/2024

Staying in town for the holidays? Sit a foster pet!

We’re looking for foster sitters who can temporarily host a pet while their foster family is out of town so that they don’t have to return to the shelter. You’d make a great foster sitter if…

🤔 You’re curious about fostering
⏰ You can’t commit to an unknown period of time
🚙 You travel often, but would like to have the companionship of a pet while you’re in town

🐈 For cats, email [email protected]
🐕 For dogs, email [email protected]

Featured cat is Rory Reading List: https://bit.ly/3Z5U0Jt

11/24/2024

Bo and Daisy's family drove to APA! to surrender them after recently being evicted from their home in Bastrop… thinking that was their only choice.

Since APA! isn’t a public intake shelter, the family was connected with our P.A.S.S. team in hopes of finding alternatives to surrendering their pets. After a brief conversation, we discovered that their urgency to surrender was because they had received a noise complaint from the motel they were staying in. If the dogs continued to bark, they would need to leave – and so would the rest of the family.

After a bit of networking, the family received more than they bargained for – Wildflower Animal Hospital provided vaccines and exams so that their care was up to date, River Dog Ranch stepped up to sit Bo and Daisy, and Save An Angel even squeezed the dogs in for their spay/neuter! But the help doesn’t stop there – rockstar volunteer, Frankie, drove Bo and Daisy to and from appointments and eventually, their reunion with their family. The best part? The dog's boarding, vaccines, exams, spay/neuter surgeries – and even the pet deposit for the family’s new home – was covered thanks to a P.A.S.S. community fundraiser!

Keeping pets out of the shelter and with their families? Priceless. It takes a village!

🐾 Support our P.A.S.S. Program today by donating supplies from our wishlist: https://amzn.to/3Z0LknL They’re currently in urgent need of dry pet food for dogs and cats.

11/23/2024

One-Of-A-Kind Bub is just that! His pale, peachy-white fur is something special, and though he's an energetic kitten, he loves to sit with you and just vibe.

🐾 Vist https://bit.ly/4fDx3ok or email [email protected] to meet Bub!

11/22/2024

Are you looking for a really responsible roommate? While he’s not going to contribute to the rent, Rio will bring a calm energy and won’t eat your leftovers from the fridge!

🥎 Rio is happy to hang in the backyard, doesn’t need to be constantly entertained, and is just a really good dog! While he’s safe and content in foster, nothing compares to an adoptive home.

Our team is ready to introduce you to this senior and make sure he’s just the right fit. Take a chance on Rio – you won’t regret it!

🐾 Email [email protected] or visit austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-45785

11/22/2024

Chernabog Dance may have a chaotic name, but he is (to quote his foster) "quite literally the most chill cat I've ever experienced." He's a total snuggler and just wants to love on you; and he's big and fluffy so he's basically a giant teddy bear! 🧸

Chernabog is FeLV+. For the most part, 'FeLVies' are just like any other cat. APA! waives their adoption fees and provides FeLV-related treatment and support post adoption. Any questions? Email us at [email protected] – we’d love to chat!

Hurry up and inquire about Chernabog – he can't wait for you to cuddle him up! Vist https://bit.ly/3UZKiaE or email [email protected] 🤎

11/22/2024

ISO: short term sitters! 🏠

As the holidays approach, we need foster sitters who can temporarily host a pet while their foster family is out of town so that they don’t have to return to the shelter. You’d make a great foster sitter if…

🤔 You’re curious about fostering
⏰ You can’t commit to an unknown period of time
🚙 You travel often, but would like to have the companionship of a pet while you’re in town

Swipe to meet dogs in need of foster sitters this Thanksgiving! They’d be really thankful if you welcomed them into your home for the holiday. 🧡

Sign up at https://bit.ly/4g1hAOn or email [email protected].

11/21/2024

Citrus is dangerously emaciated and has taken a turn for the worse, even needing a blood transfusion this week. We’re running every test we can to figure out what’s making this good boy so sick.

🩸 Niyah, another dog at APA!, gave her blood so Citrus could continue fighting. Now, we need you to give so we can all save Citrus together.

Starting today, your donation can make TWICE the impact. Gifts are matched up to $25,000 thanks to a $20K donation from United Heritage Credit Union and $5K from a generous, anonymous donor!

✨ Citrus is just one of the pets who come to us urgently needing a miracle. They can only get one because of you. Your gift will be DOUBLED to give this painfully emaciated dog – and the other pets who are counting on us – the lifesaving care and hope they desperately need.

Make a gift now by clicking the donate button below or visiting our website at https://bit.ly/3ZfhUUe

11/20/2024

Manx has never stepped a paw in the shelter – aside from his brief stints as Assistant Manager and Security – and we want to keep it that way!

🐈 Manx for the Memories current foster is relocating and needs someone to take over his care NOW. He can live with other cats, kids, and even dogs!

He’ll need someone to help express his bladder (press gently on it) a couple times a day to help him potty. It’s purr-ty straightforward; we’ll show you how and make sure you’re comfortable before sending him home with you.

🧡 Email [email protected] to take Manx home for the holidays! If you can’t foster or adopt Manx, please share this reel to help us find him a new home.

See more about Manx at austinpetsalive.org/adopt/cats/apa-a-123336

11/20/2024

🤠 Meowdy Partner is a beautiful calico gal with a nubbin of a tail. She has the cutest heart-shaped calico spot that makes her extra adorable!

Meowdy is a calm and laid-back lady cat. As she likes to watch the comings and goings in a household, she's a very cute little supervisor! We are happy to report that her belly isn't a trap and she LOVES belly rubs!

See more of Meowdy Partner on our website at tinyurl.com/3sj638ux or write [email protected] to meet her!

11/19/2024

Magnum is a 4-year-old cattle dog with lots of energy. But now, he’s struggling just to walk around the shelter.

An old injury led to his left leg being amputated when he first came to us 2.5 years ago. Now, over 900 days later, Magnum is still at APA! — and arthritis is causing him painful trouble in his remaining front leg.

We're working on getting him a prosthetic leg and all the care he needs to regain his mobility ASAP. With your help, pets like him can get the specialized care they need now!

✨ Pets like Magnum truly need your help right now to get the miracles they deserve. They need YOU. Can you help today?

Make a gift now by clicking the donate button below or visiting our website at https://bit.ly/48VcoJR

🐾 Magnum is looking for a foster or adoptive home! Email [email protected] to take him home for the holidays.

11/18/2024

Who wore the ducky jammies best? 🐥 Comment below!

11/17/2024

It’s a Cash-y Cash kind of day!

Learn more about Cash here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-98841

11/17/2024

Have you seen a boxer more handsome than Georgie? 😍

2-year-old mix Georgie has learned all the skills he needs in his foster home and now it’s time for an adoptive home of his own. He loves playing outside with his foster siblings and is perfectly content chewing on his stuffy toys indoors. We can’t believe he hasn’t been scooped up yet!

🐾 To learn more about Georgie, visit https://bit.ly/3AXl7hT or email [email protected]. Today is the last day adoption fees are waived!

11/16/2024

234 days and almost 2,000 miles later, Espy has been adopted! 🧡

Back in September, Espy captured the hearts of over 200,000 people on TikTok. From comments and messages to phone calls and emails, hundreds reached out to inquire about adopting the sweet brown pittie that had graced their feed.

After several phone calls, meet and greets, and behavior consults, hundreds of potential families whittled down to one – one family that needed Espy just as much as he needed them.

Espy’s new dad, Ted, believes that helping Espy heal will help his wife heal, too. “I really and truly want to thank you for selecting us,” he stated. “Due to my wife’s health issues, there are not a lot of things that make her excited or happy. But I can tell you this, my wife is extremely happy today.”

🚙 At the end of October, Espy and his volunteer bestie, Shanna, embarked on the long journey to Rhode Island where his new family was anxiously awaiting his arrival. But not before they took a field trip around ATX to visit the city’s iconic spots!

Thank you to everyone who followed along with Espy’s journey and championed his future! Without you, this wouldn’t be paw-sible.

11/16/2024

The Craft is an adorable black-and-white kitten with a big DOT on her side – her signature look! She's a silly, snuggly girl who can't wait for you to come and pick her up.

🐾 Visit https://bit.ly/4eB4XZg or write [email protected] to meet this happy-snappy kitten. Adoption fees are waived through 11/17!

11/16/2024

Our Home for Holidays adoption special ends this Sunday, November 17! ✨

All we want for the holidays is to see pets move into homes, so we’re waiving adoption fees for all pets, both on-site and in foster!

Not ready to adopt? Consider fostering a pet through adoption or becoming a sitter for other fosters while they’re away on holiday. It’s the best gift we could ask for and sure to get you on the nice list. 🎅

Stop by our Cesar Chavez and Tarrytown locations this weekend or browse adoptable pets online at https://bit.ly/4hQqVug

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1156 W Cesar Chavez Street
Austin, TX
78703

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Tuesday	12pm - 6pm
Wednesday	12pm - 6pm
Thursday	12pm - 6pm
Friday	12pm - 6pm
Saturday	12pm - 6pm
Sunday	12pm - 6pm

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Someone (ahem, foster mom) got Speedway up way too early (10am) 💤 For a young gal, Speedway is low key, happy, and quick to learn. Whether it's a mid-morning walk (emphasis on the “mid”) or a snooze on the couch, Speedway can't wait to join you! She needs a foster sitter 11/26 - 12/1. It’s the perfect opportunity to get to know her! Visit https://bit.ly/4fGAE4Y or email [email protected] to inquire about Speedway today.

Staying in town for the holidays? Sit a foster pet! We’re looking for foster sitters who can temporarily host a pet while their foster family is out of town so that they don’t have to return to the shelter. You’d make a great foster sitter if… 🤔 You’re curious about fostering ⏰ You can’t commit to an unknown period of time 🚙 You travel often, but would like to have the companionship of a pet while you’re in town 🐈 For cats, email [email protected] 🐕 For dogs, email [email protected] Featured cat is Rory Reading List: https://bit.ly/3Z5U0Jt #austinpetsalive #fosteringsaveslives #austintexas

Are you looking for a really responsible roommate? While he’s not going to contribute to the rent, Rio will bring a calm energy and won’t eat your leftovers from the fridge! 🥎 Rio is happy to hang in the backyard, doesn’t need to be constantly entertained, and is just a really good dog! While he’s safe and content in foster, nothing compares to an adoptive home. Our team is ready to introduce you to this senior and make sure he’s just the right fit. Take a chance on Rio – you won’t regret it! 🐾 Email [email protected] or visit austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-45785 #austinpetsalive #adoptme #seniordog #fosteringsaveslives

APA! staff comforts Niyah as she gives blood

Niyah, 5-year-old pittie, donating blood

Manx has never stepped a paw in the shelter – aside from his brief stints as Assistant Manager and Security – and we want to keep it that way! 🐈 Manx for the Memories current foster is relocating and needs someone to take over his care NOW. He can live with other cats, kids, and even dogs! He’ll need someone to help express his bladder (press gently on it) a couple times a day to help him potty. It’s purr-ty straightforward; we’ll show you how and make sure you’re comfortable before sending him home with you. 🧡 Email [email protected] to take Manx home for the holidays! If you can’t foster or adopt Manx, please share this reel to help us find him a new home. See more about Manx at austinpetsalive.org/adopt/cats/apa-a-123336 #austinpetsalive #austintx #fosteringsaveslives #orangecat #manxcat

Magnum is a 4-year-old cattle dog with lots of energy. But now, he’s struggling just to walk around the shelter. An old injury led to his left leg being amputated when he first came to us 2.5 years ago. Now, over 900 days later, Magnum is still at APA! — and arthritis is causing him painful trouble in his remaining front leg. We're working on getting him a prosthetic leg and all the care he needs to regain his mobility ASAP. With your help, pets like him can get the specialized care they need now! ✨ Pets like Magnum truly need your help right now to get the miracles they deserve. They need YOU. Can you help today? Make a gift now by clicking the donate button below or visiting our website at https://bit.ly/48VcoJR 🐾 Magnum is looking for a foster or adoptive home! Email [email protected] to take him home for the holidays. #austinpetsalive #AustinTX #tripod #cattledog

It’s a Cash-y Cash kind of day! Learn more about Cash here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-98841

Self sufficient ✅ Silly ✅ Senior ✅ When you adopt Cash, not only do you get a silly looking dog – you get the silliest dog! At 8-years-old and one of our longest stays at 1,200+ days, Cash needs the compassion and patience of a home now more than ever. Take Cash Home for Holidays! Adoption fees are WAIVED for all pets now through November 17. As a senior dog, Cash’s adoption fee is waived year round… but the urgency remains the same! 🤪 Visit austinpetsalive.org/adopt/dogs/apa-a-98841 to make the holiday bright for seniors like Cash this #AdoptASeniorPetMonth ✨ #austinpetsalive #funnydogs #funnydogvideos #seniordog

Air biscuit demo by Peaches Sticky Fingers 🐾 Check out how gentle this kitten is! Peaches is very playful but will stop in her tracks for cuddles and pets. Her favorite spot to curl up? Nestled into your neck ❤️ Learn more Peaches on our website: tinyurl.com/bdh4nbt9 or write us at [email protected] to meet her! #austinpetsalive #kittens #biscuits #adoptme

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Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping to Keep Austin No Kill. Since 2008, APA! has saved over 60,000 dogs and cats from being killed at Central Texas shelters. Comments seen as unlawful, obscene, spam or otherwise offensive will be removed. Page is maintained by APA! staff and volunteers.

Prior to 2008 when APA! started rescuing and adopting cats and dogs, 50%, or 14,000 of the animals entering the city’s shelter were euthanized. APA! examined the gaps in existing lifesaving efforts and found there were groups of animals for which life-saving programs did not exist. APA! created programs targeting the groups of animals facing certain euthanasia. These programs lead to a measurable impact on the community’s save rate – and Austin’s status as the largest No-Kill City in the Nation. Through our innovative programs Austin has become the largest No-Kill city in the United States. Since our inception, we have found that almost every large city in the US has the same gaps as existed in Austin in 2008. We are now a model for communities nationwide, and through our American Pets Alive! program we train other communities on how to create and manage the same lifesaving programs so that ultimately no pets have to die unnecessarily in America.

Donate: www.austinpetsalive.org/donate Adopt: www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt Volunteer: www.austinpetsalive.org/get-involved/volunteer Foster: www.austinpetsalive.org/get-involved/foster Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/austinpetsalive