The mission of SPCA International is simple but vast: to advance the safety and well-being of animals.
SPCA International’s PAWsitive Recovery program facilitates “in treatment” pet visits to uplift and motivate patients, fostering a positive atmosphere within treatment facilities through the sense of purpose and responsibility instilled by animal interactions. Dogs particularly evoke joyful memories and provide unconditional love, significantly reducing stress, anxiety, and loneliness. Recognizing pets as integral family members, PAWsitive […]
Update: We are in the process of restructuring our out-of-state foster program and are only able to accept applications from pet owners in Colorado and, in limited cases, New York until further notice. Thank you for your understanding. Please answer each question as thoroughly as possible so we can help your pets foster get to […]
Thank you for your interest in fostering for SPCA International’s PAWsitive Recovery program. We are excited that you are interested in fostering with us and helping people and their animals along the road to recovery. Before applying, please carefully review the following: ● We require an application, references, a home visit, as well as a foster contract. […]
At PAWsitive Recovery, our mission is to facilitate the healing process of individuals struggling with addiction by incorporating the therapeutic benefits of animal interaction and companionship. We firmly believe that the presence of animals can have a profound effect on the recovery journey. Volunteers play a vital role in helping us create a nurturing environment […]
Animal-assisted therapy has proven effective in treating people with mental disabilities, illness, and addiction. SPCA International’s PAWsitive Recovery program matches people in treatment or sober living with shelter animals in a variety of fun and effective workshop settings, combining companionship, exercise, and socialization with the opportunity to help prepare an abused or neglected animal for […]
Pet owners seeking help for substance abuse or wishing to leave a domestic violence situation are often faced with a heartbreaking decision: abandon a beloved companion or forgo getting help. The PAWsitive Recovery program ensures that individuals battling addictions or escaping domestic violence don’t have to choose between their pet and their healing journey. We […]
THEIR LIVES ARE IN DANGER Sarah is currently getting help at a treatment center. She is determined to rebuild her life for the well-being of her dogs, Gauge and Serenity. Unfortunately, facility rules prohibit her from having her dogs with her, leaving them in the care of her ex-husband, who is struggling. Gauge and […]
HELPING PEOPLE AND ANIMALS RECOVER TOGETHER Special programs that need your help Shelter Support Fund Shelters and local rescues are the first line of defence for animals around the world – fighting animal abuse, giving emergency medical care and feeding the hungry. But they can’t do it alone. LEARN MORE Donations make the difference Rescuing […]
THEIR LIVES ARE IN DANGER Sarah is currently getting help at a sober living facility. She is determined to rebuild her life for the well-being of her dogs, Gauge and Serenity. Unfortunately, facility rules prohibit her from having her dogs with her, leaving them in the care of her ex-husband who is struggling with […]
A couple of months ago, we announced that we would embark on one of our most challenging rescue missions to date: rescuing dogs from the West Bank. From the start, we knew this would be a complicated task we could only accomplish with your support. The past few weeks have been a whirlwind of planning meetings, a bit of red tape (okay, maybe more than a bit), and more late nights than we’d care to admit, but it was all worth it. Today, we’re thrilled to announce that we’ve got a confirmed flight date!
