About Austin Pets Alive

Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is a pioneering animal shelter located in Austin, Texas. Founded in 1997, APA! has revolutionized the way animal shelters operate, transforming Austin into the largest No Kill city in the United States. 

Their mission is to promote and provide the resources, education, and programs needed to eliminate the killing of companion animals. They envision a community where all animals find loving homes and no animal is euthanized for lack of space or resources.

What Does Austin Pets Alive! Do?

Rescue: They rescue animals from shelters that are at risk of euthanasia. They work to save the most vulnerable populations of animals who might otherwise be overlooked, including those with medical and behavioral issues.

Adoption: Their adoption program aims to match animals with loving families. The Austin Pets Alive! team provides extensive support to adopters to ensure a smooth transition and successful adoption.

Medical Care: Austin Pets Alive! operates a state-of-the-art medical clinic where their dedicated veterinary team provides comprehensive care for sick and injured animals. Their Parvo Puppy ICU and Neonatal Kitten Nursery are pioneering initiatives that have saved thousands of lives.

Fostering: Their foster network is vital to their lifesaving efforts. Foster families provide temporary homes for animals, helping them heal and thrive while freeing up space in the shelter for more animals in need.

Behavior and Training: They offer behavior and training programs to address the unique needs of the animals, ensuring they are well-prepared for their new homes. Their team of behavior specialists works with animals to overcome challenges and enhance their adoptability.

Innovative Programming at Austin Pets Alive!

Austin Pets Alive! Is known for its innovative, life-saving programs designed to help the most vulnerable animals. These programs include:

–Neonatal Kitten Nursery: The first of its kind in Central Texas, this nursery cares for orphaned kittens too young to survive on their own.
– Parvo Puppy ICU: A specialized unit for puppies with parvovirus, a highly contagious and often deadly disease.
– Positive Alternatives to Shelter Surrender (PASS): A program designed to help pet owners find alternatives to surrendering their pets to shelters.
– Barn Cat Program: A unique initiative that finds homes for feral cats in barns and warehouses, providing natural rodent control while giving these cats a safe place to live.

The Community Impact of Austin Pets Alive!

Since 2008, APA! has saved over 120,000 lives, dramatically reducing the euthanasia rates in Austin. The shelter’s efforts have not only transformed the local community but have also served as a model for shelters nationwide.

Get Involved

There are many ways to support Austin Pets Alive!:

– Adopt: Provide a loving home to one of APA!’s rescue animals. 
– Foster: Temporarily care for animals in need until they find their forever homes.
– Donate: Financial contributions help fund APA!’s life-saving programs and daily operations.
– Volunteer: Join the team and make a direct impact on the lives of homeless pets.
– Advocate: Raise awareness about APA!’s mission and programs within your community.

At Austin Pets Alive!, they believe success is measured by the countless happy tails of animals finding their forever homes. From senior dogs to tiny kittens, every adoption is a victory in their fight to save lives.

Contact Information for Austin Pets Alive!

Austin Pets Alive! welcomes visitors and potential adopters to their facilities. Come meet the animals and see firsthand the incredible work being done to save lives and create a No Kill community.

Address:
Austin Pets Alive!
1156 W Cesar Chavez St
Austin, TX 78703

Phone: (512) 961-6519

Website: www.austinpetsalive.org

Social Media:
– Facebook: Austin Pets Alive!
– Instagram: @austinpetsalive
– Twitter: @austinpetsalive