Feature Stories

  • Shelter Spotlight: AMA in Guatemala

    August 23, 2019
    SPCA International is excited to announce a new partner in Guatemala. AMA (Asociación de Amigos de los Animales) helps local individuals foster animals and educates people throughout the city.

    AMA’s founder shared that her original hope was to establish an animal shelter, but she didn’t have the funding. Today, she realizes this was a blessing in …

  • Video: Rescuing Ofelia

    August 21, 2019
    While visiting our partners AMA in Guatemala a dog was in urgent need of rescue. Watch Ofelia’s amazing transformation from a scared stray to a happy pup. You won’t want to miss this!
  • Video: Pup and Marine Reunite

    August 21, 2019
    This video will warm your heart! U.S. Marine Lance Corporal Morgan didn’t hesitate when Dani needed someone to care for her. They have come a long way from Eastern Europe, but they are together again in Pennsylvania. We wonder, will Dani’s tail will ever stop wagging?
  • Viral Video: Doggy Pool Party

    July 17, 2019
    Nothing says summer like a pool party. Watch as shelter dogs in Argentina are let loose at the pool. We can all identify with their rush to the cool water. Forget the sunscreen, these dogs are ready for a swim with their pals.
  • Shelter Spotlight: Campaign Against Cruelty to Animals Sierra Leone

    July 17, 2019
    Tom Sandi and a group of concerned citizens to found Campaign Against Cruelty to Animals Sierra Leone. Today, they provide food and medical care for animals and have reached thousands of people through their education efforts.
  • Spay and Neuter Success in Chernobyl

    June 26, 2019
    Thanks to many generous sponsors, approximately 500 dogs of Chernobyl received critical medical treatment this month.
  • 4TH OF JULY PET SAFETY

    June 25, 2019
    As you roll out the barbeque and fireworks, don’t forget your pet’s safety! July 5th is one of the busiest days for shelters across the country with a 30% increase in lost pets because many spooked pets flee their homes amidst explosions and smoke. This video rounds up some of the best 4th of July …
  • PETS OF CHERNOBYL

    May 28, 2019
    Generations of dogs and cats, descendants of the pets abandoned during the emergency evacuation, have continued to live despite the odds stacked against them. Find out more about the dogs of Chernobyl and how you can get involved to help.
  • Home at Last

    May 23, 2019
    Over the past two months the SPCA International community stepped up quickly with critical financial support to transport two dogs – Syri and Rubble – to the U.S. Thanks to that support, both dogs are now reunited with their battle buddies.
  • Staff Pick Video: Denali and His Human

    April 22, 2019
    This one’s a tear-jerker, but it reminds us all of the animals in our own lives. The bond between Denali and Ben is captured artfully in this video that chronicles their adventurous life together.