Animals R Family

Animals R Family All-volunteer, 501(c)(3) dog rescue in CT/NY. We rescue senior pit bulls from kill shelters and find them loving homes.

We hold free spay/neuter days for owned pit bulls, as that is the only way to reduce the number of pit bulls killed in shelters. non-profit, volunteer group, surrender prevention, animal rescue, support and help

STAMFORD CT RESIDENTS: PLEASE TAKE THIS ACTION NOW - COPY, PASTE & SEND THIS EMAIL:To: bor_allreps@stamfordct.gov  (unde...
01/05/2026

STAMFORD CT RESIDENTS:

PLEASE TAKE THIS ACTION NOW - COPY, PASTE & SEND THIS EMAIL:

To: [email protected]  (underscore between bor & all)

Subject: Please Override the Veto of the Humane Pet Shop Ordinance LR31.072 / LR32.008

Dear Members of the Board of Representatives,

I am a Stamford resident, and I am asking you to please override the Mayor’s veto of the Humane Pet Shop Ordinance LR31.072 / LR32.008.

I want Stamford to protect animals and families by ending the sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in pet stores. Connecticut is a home rule state, and Stamford has the power to act.

Thank you,

[NAME]

[YOUR STAMFORD ADDRESS]

 

ACTION FOR MONDAY JAN 5:

Please attend the Board meeting: Monday, January 5 at 7:30 PM. 

Virtual or in-person at the Government Center, 888 Washington Boulevard, 4th Floor, Stamford CT.

Agenda and dial-in information: �https://www.boardofreps.org/Data/Sites/43/userfiles/agendas/2026/260105.pdf

Start making signs for the meeting:

“PUPPIES ARE NOT PRODUCTS”,
"PUPPY MILLS ARE TORTURE”,
“STOP THE ABUSE OF PUPPIES”
“PET STORES FUEL ABUSE & CRUELTY”

Fifteen dogs will get the best new year ever when they get fixed one week from today on Thursday, January 8thThese 15 do...
01/01/2026

Fifteen dogs will get the best new year ever when they get fixed one week from today on Thursday, January 8th

These 15 dogs will be spayed/neutered at our next "Free Spay & Neuter Day for Pit Bulls". This will save thousands of lives now and for years to come.

Million thanks to our amazing, generous sponsor: A. Lewis.

 We cannot rescue - or adopt - our way out of the crisis. The only way to reduce the number of pit bulls dumped, abused, and killed in shelters is to go upstream and turn off the faucet, and that means spay and neuter.

Prevention must be the focus. It is the solution to this crisis.

Each dog will receive free of charge:

👉 Spay or neuter

👉 Rabies vaccine

👉 DA2PP vaccine (distemper/parvo)

👉 Nail trim

👉 Microchip 

👉 Cone

👉 Trazodone (take home calming med)

👉 Meloxicam (take home pain med)

Please get involved with spay/neuter wherever you live. It is the single most important thing you can do.

Happy New Year!Cricket (formerly Mia) is enjoying her first new year in her forever home.When we rescued Cricket over th...
01/01/2026

Happy New Year!

Cricket (formerly Mia) is enjoying her first new year in her forever home.

When we rescued Cricket over the summer, she was so shut down, she had to be carried onto and off the plane, and once in her foster home, had to be caried in and out of the yard.

Cricket needed an emergency spay/abort and was treated for heartworms, as well as dewormed for intestinal parasites.

Since then, Cricket has come out of her shell and is now an active and bouncy pooch. She gets to snooze the new year away in bed!

Many thanks to her foster - now adopter - who is giving Cricket an amazing life.

Adoption PupdateLuna and Duke are spending their days snuggled together on the couch during the cold snap. These two ad...
12/31/2025

Adoption Pupdate

Luna and Duke are spending their days snuggled together on the couch during the cold snap. These two adore each other and share a special bond.

Duke was adopted from us three years ago, and Luna eight years ago.

All rescue dogs deserve this.

URGENT Stamford CT Residents:An important local ordinance that will fight puppy mills passed Stamford's 31st Board of Re...
12/30/2025

URGENT Stamford CT Residents:

An important local ordinance that will fight puppy mills passed Stamford's 31st Board of Representatives by a whopping 35-1-1 vote! Sadly, Mayor Simmons vetoed the bill, citing concerns about a threat from the Connecticut Department of Agriculture to sue the city if this ordinance became law. A veto override vote may occur at the Monday, January 6, 2026 meeting of the new Stamford Board of Representatives.

 

Action needed -- email the BOR at:
[email protected]
(underscore between bor & all)

 
You can write the following:

Please override the Mayor's veto on LR31.072 /Ordinance 1321, the Humene Pet Shop ordinance. Stamford has home rule authority to pass this. Should it be challenged in court, Humane World attorneys stand ready to assist the city in its legal defense.

 More talking points:

Ordinance 1321, which was thoroughly vetted by the prior Board, would block the puppy mill-to-pet shop pipeline in Stamford by banning the sale of dogs and cats in pet shops, protecting consumers from deceptive sales tactics, sick puppy sales, and predatory lending, and promoting humane businesses and responsible pet acquisition.

No pet shop needs to sell puppies to be profitable and no resident needs a pet shop to find the pet of their choice.

Responsible breeders never sell to pet shops.

For over a dozen years, the state has failed to take meaningful actions against cruel puppy mills, but Stamford can. It’s always the right time to stand up for animals and consumers, and enact a law that reflects the values of the community.

12/29/2025

Albert Loves Kids! 🐾

Yesterday, "The Canine Stars" performed in Stamford CT at The Palace Theater, and before the show, there was a two-hour adoption event. Albert was there—and he absolutely stole the show!

Albert met tons of kids, and it was love at first sight. The kids adored him, and he loved every minute of the attention right back. Albert is a sweet, gentle boy who would thrive in a home with children.

Albert is about 3 years old and enjoys cuddles, walks, and chewing on antler chews. He is truly a wonderful dog looking for a loving family.

Please share to help Albert find his forever home! 💙🐶

12/27/2025

Cricket (formerly Mia) enjoyed her very first Christmas in her forever home. The little mite was a bit unsure about the crinkly wrapping paper at first, but took it all in stride.

Her canine sister Lorna (who was adopted from us in 2015) was happily snoozing atop a cozy pile of blankets on her dog bed.

Both girls are lucky to be spending the holidays in a loving forever home and receiving gifts from Santa.

Every rescue dog deserves a Christmas like this. 🎄🐾

Two weeks from today — Thursday, January 8th - fifteen dogs will receive the greatest holiday gift of all: saving thous...
12/25/2025

Two weeks from today — Thursday, January 8th - fifteen dogs will receive the greatest holiday gift of all: saving thousands of lives now and for years to come.

These dogs will be spayed or neutered at our next "Free Spay & Neuter Day for Pit Bulls".

This spay/neuter clinic is made possible thanks to our generous sponsor, A. Lewis.

We cannot rescue - or adopt - our way out of this crisis. The only way to reduce the number of pit bulls dumped, abused, and killed in shelters is to go upstream and turn off the faucet and that means spay and neuter.

The rescue world has been operating the same way for decades, yet the situation is worse than ever. We must acknowledge that this approach has failed.

“The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.”

Prevention must be the focus. It is the only solution to this crisis.

Each dog will receive free of charge:

👉Spay or neuter

👉Rabies vaccine

👉DA2PP vaccine (distemper/parvo)

👉Nail trim

👉Microchip 

👉Cone

👉Tazodone (take home)

👉Meloxicam (take home)

Please get involved with spay/neuter whetever you live. It is the single most important thing you can do.

Happy Holidays! Merry Christmas!
12/25/2025

Happy Holidays! Merry Christmas!

Albert is feeling a little disappointed that he will not be getting any gifts tomorrow. The human who should have sent l...
12/24/2025

Albert is feeling a little disappointed that he will not be getting any gifts tomorrow. The human who should have sent letters to Santa on his behalf has been busy organizing two Free Spay and Neuter Clinics for Owned Pit Bulls this January. Thanks to these clinics, 30 owned pit bulls will be spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped — completely free to their families. This prevention work is the only way to reduce the number of pit bulls dumped, abandoned, surrendered to and killed in shelters.

Trying to save the day, Albert added a few antler chews to his wish list for himself and his foster siblings, Samson and Lilly, in case anyone feels inspired to send them something for the New Year. They would truly love them—especially Albert, who goes through antler chews like they are paper!

Many thanks for any support 💙
Wishlist:
https://www.chewy.com/g/animals-r-family_b107119927 -list

Happy Holidays and heartfelt thanks to the incredible team of three pilots from who generously fly our dogs from the So...
12/23/2025

Happy Holidays and heartfelt thanks to the incredible team of three pilots from who generously fly our dogs from the South to Westchester, NY—completely free of charge.

Air travel is faster, safer, and less stressful for dogs than long road transports, which can take up to 24 hours.

The most recent pup to make the journey was Albert, and he received outstanding care from pilots Allan, Tom, and Jackson. 

Thank you, Allan, Tom, and Jackson — you are true superstars, and we are so grateful for everything you do for so many dogs. 🐾✈️

This Sunday, December 28th, The Canine Stars are coming to Stamford, CT!Watch these incredible rescue dogs perform amazi...
12/23/2025

This Sunday, December 28th, The Canine Stars are coming to Stamford, CT!

Watch these incredible rescue dogs perform amazing stunts and tricks in a high-energy, family-friendly show.

🎟️ Get tickets here: https://www.palacestamford.org/events/detail/canine-stars

Before the show, there will be a two-hour Pre-Show Adoption Event, where you can meet adoptable dogs - including Albert, who will be there and ready to say hello!

Come support rescue dogs and enjoy an unforgettable performance.

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PO Box 2444
Stamford, CT
09606

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