Feature Stories

For more than a decade, SPCA International has worked alongside courageous rescuers fighting to end the dog meat trade and protect vulnerable dogs around the world. Thanks to compassionate supporters, thousands of dogs have been given a second chance, and major progress has been made toward lasting change. From lifesaving rescues to historic legal victories, …

Alongside animal welfare organizations and advocates around the world, we are working to raise awareness, pressure FIFA and the Moroccan government to take action, and push for humane alternatives like Trap-Neuter-Return programs.
From protests outside major FIFA events to a growing global petition with thousands of signatures, our incredible community has come together to stand up …

When disaster strikes or a servicemember prepares to come home, one thing can make all the difference: knowing help is there.

Our corporate partner, Vertex, Inc., has made this possible.

In 2025, Vertex, Inc. donated nearly $30,000 to support our lifesaving work. Their generosity is already making a real difference for animals and the people who love …

The heart of our PAWsitive Recovery program is our extraordinary fosters and volunteers! They show up for both people and animals during some of life’s toughest moments, offering comfort, care, and hope when it’s needed most. Each recovery story is a testament to their generosity and spirit. Join us in celebrating the fosters and volunteers …

For years, Patriot Pets has helped bring U.S. servicemembers back together with the animals they bonded with while serving overseas. What started as a small mission has grown into something truly life changing for both people and pets. Every reunion is filled with emotion, relief, and joy. This anniversary, we’re celebrating by sharing a few …

Twenty years ago, SPCA International began with a simple but powerful goal: to create a world where animals can live free from cruelty and suffering. Back then, the team was small, but their dreams were big. No one could have imagined just how far that mission would reach.

We have incredible news! The animals we set out to rescue earlier this month are finally safe and settling in with us. After facing so much uncertainty, they now have food, shelter, and people who care about them. Their journey isn’t over yet, but for now, they’re safe and loved, and that’s what matters most. …

Some of the most meaningful change happens when organizations come together, and that’s exactly why our partnership with WA Wildlife means so much to us. Based in Western Australia, WA Wildlife rescues, treats, and rehabilitates native animals in need every single day. For years, we’ve been proud to support their work through our Shelter Support …

Thousands of miles from home, even the smallest connection can mean everything. For many deployed service members, the animals they meet overseas become a source of comfort, friendship, and hope during some of the hardest moments. That’s where our Patriot Pets program comes in. We work to protect those bonds so the animals who mean …

We’re continuing our commitment to the animals in Ukraine in a powerful new way by funding an upcoming spay-and-neuter clinic in Chornobyl. This clinic will provide critical care to hundreds of vulnerable animals, helping prevent suffering before it starts and strengthening the future for dogs in the region.