Animal Rescue League of Berks County

Our Cat Colonies in our cat room are vital safe spaces designed to give our cats both indoor and outdoor areas to explore contrary to a standard cage. With shelves for climbing, cozy spots to hide, and plenty of room to roam, these colonies allow our more nervous or shy cats to gain confidence and feel at home while they wait to find loving homes of their own. Unfortunately, the roof over this space was in need of being replaced and that's where Spotts, Stevens and McCoy came in to save the day with their generous donation to repair the much needed space! Thank you, SSM, for helping us keep this safe haven intact for so many cats to come.

What an incredible year it's been! In 2024, we’ve made some remarkable strides in our mission to help animals in need. In March, we celebrated an exciting milestone with the ribbon-cutting ceremony for our brand-new mobile adoption and clinic unit! Since its launch, this asset has allowed us to host several mobile adoption events, as well as vaccine and microchip clinics, bringing our services directly to the community. We’re thrilled to continue expanding its reach and can’t wait to see the new opportunities it will bring in the future! In June we launched our Dog's Day Out Program to benefit both our shelter dogs and the community by offering our dogs a much-needed break from the shelter environment. In July, we opened the Schwegmann Healing Center, a brand-new space dedicated to helping pets in need in our community. This transformation turned our old crematorium building into a sanctuary of healing and care for animals. This year, we shone a spotlight on the incredible work of our Department of Animal Protection (DAP). From cases of abandoned pets to collector situations, our officers have worked tirelessly to ensure every animal receives the care they deserve. In 2024 alone, the DAP investigated approximately 629 cases, bringing over 500 animals into our shelter through their efforts. In November, we opened our shelter services to offer low-cost Wellness Clinics for owned animals designed to keep your pets healthy through preventative care. Last, but certainly not least, we had an amazing 2,103 adoptions this year. Join us in celebrating these incredible milestones and the many more that happened this year for the animals in our community. We cou

This year, brighten the holiday season by hosting a sleepover for a homeless shelter pet who’d love to enjoy the tidings of the season with you! Interested families can apply to take home with them an adoptable pet on December 23rd and host for as many nights as they wish throughout the holiday break. Each pet will go home with a “suitcase” filled with all of the supplies they’ll need during their stay, as well as help and support from the ARL team to ensure your foster pet and your family have a holly, jolly time together! Visit https://lnkd.in/eHaZsVmA to participate!

We are so excited to share that we exceeded our Giving Tuesday goal and are currently at $52,542 and counting thanks to all of you! Thanks to your generous support, our team is able to carry on their lifesaving mission, ensuring that animals like Tilda and Buffy receive the care they need, exactly when they need it, right here at the ARL.

TODAY, on Giving Tuesday, you can help with the ongoing work of these dedicated officers. Our Animal Protection Officers face one of the toughest, most dangerous jobs in the shelter world—and they do it willingly, day in and day out, because the animals need them. From responding to distress calls to rescuing animals in life-threatening situations, the risks are real, and the emotional toll is heavy. But despite the challenges, they stay. They stay for the animals who have no voice, no advocate—those who are sick, injured, or abandoned. This #GivingTuesday, your donation can make a direct impact on the lives of both the animals our officers rescue and the officers themselves. Your support helps keep our team safe as they face dangerous situations, provides the critical care the animals need to heal, and enables us to offer ongoing training and education to ensure our officers are equipped to handle the toughest of challenges. By giving today, you're not just supporting the rescue efforts—you’re empowering our team to continue their life-saving work with the tools, knowledge, and resources they need to succeed. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ecpttqWg

In 2024, the ARL’s Department of Animal Protection has worked with over 200 animals from collector cases. Watch how our Department of Animal Protection works tirelessly to care for both people and animals in crisis, responding to Animal Collector Cases with compassion, professionalism, and dedication. The support from our community makes this lifesaving work possible especially in dealing with cases like these. This Giving Tuesday, join us in making a difference. Visit https://lnkd.in/ecpttqWg for more.

Our Department of Animal Protection responds to nearly 2,000 calls each year, working tirelessly to enforce Pennsylvania’s Cruelty to Animals Law and protect voiceless animals. But animal protection isn’t always simple. Our officers operate within the law, often educating pet owners and performing welfare checks to ensure long-term care improvements. The emotional challenges our officers face is real, and the support of community members like YOU makes a real difference. This Giving Tuesday we are sharing stories from our Department of Animal Protection and how you can double your impact to support their work and the animals they save. Follow our social media and follow the link below for more: https://lnkd.in/ejXtzp6a

Our team is getting ready for a festive, fun-filled evening to celebrate the season at our Annual Festival of Trees Gala! You still have the chance to join us for an unforgettable evening. All tickets purchased by this Sunday will be entered into a special raffle for a sheet of raffle tickets to use at the Gala — your chance to win fantastic prizes while supporting a great cause! Tickets and more info here: https://lnkd.in/ey7vGwdf We’re incredibly grateful for the generous support of our sponsors, who make this magical event possible. A huge thank you to the following companies for their partnership at various levels of sponsorship: Presenting Sponsors: Kriebel Security Inc Quaker Maid Meats Blue Spruce Sponsors: CrossKeys Insurance Inc. Pet Cremations by Kuhn Funeral Home & Crematory Douglas Sponsors: Statefarm Insurance - offices of Tina Saracino, Denise Drobnick, Marc Bellettiere, and Jed Siatkowski My Pet's Brace Tompkins Barley Snyder Basalm Sponsors: Diamond Credit Union Hubric Resources Herbein Weikel Sportswear Members 1st Federal Credit Union Penn State Health St. Joseph Canaan Sponsor: Colorworks

In honor of National Animal Shelter & Rescue Appreciation Week, we want to recognize our Pawsitive Partners whose collaboration amplifies our impact and enables us to continue the lifesaving work for the animals in our community. We want to also recognize the invaluable contributions of the surrounding rescues and shelters in Berks County, whose commitment to animal welfare strengthens our collective efforts. Join us in thanking all the organizations that work tirelessly to improve the lives of animals every day. Your hard work and dedication in the animal welfare field do not go unnoticed!

Are you passionate about helping animals in our community? We have several exciting open positions in animal care, lifesaving programs, medical, and/or surgery! These roles are crucial to our mission and offer a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in our community. If you or someone you know is ready to contribute your skills and compassion to our cause, we want to hear from you! Learn more and see our open positions on our website here: https://lnkd.in/eDE2QjYi Contact lquire@berksarl.org for more.