Shelter Stories

I’m Duke, you saved my life.

My name is Duke, and your monthly donations saved my life. After my mom passed away, I was tied up in a backyard for two years by people I thought would care for me. I cuddled with my sister for warmth and shared all my food so we could stay strong. We were eventually surrendered […]

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Volunteer Spotlight

Volunteer Spotlight: Paula D

Our Chandler Mall Adoption Center has some truly incredible volunteers, one of whom we would like to acknowledge today: Paula D Paula is simply a joy and one of the most devoted cat moms of all time. She is always warm, friendly and quick to smile. She cares deeply for animals and helps us take […]

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Volunteer Spotlight

Volunteer Spotlight: Patty & Thomas L

This month we would like to recognize Patty & Thomas L., an unstoppable mother/son duo! Combined Patty and Thomas have given more than 1,800 hours to our shelter animals over the last 3 years. These two are some of our most dedicated week day volunteer crew who spend their afternoons each week at the shelter […]

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Happy Tails

A new home for Slinky

By Kimberly Dougherty At the Arizona Animal Welfare League & SPCA, space is kind of a big deal. Space for our dogs, cats, and critters to feel free, space for “drop it,” “come”, and “go get it!” Space to store kibbles and treats, space to save more lives, and space for our baby exotic animal […]

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Volunteer Spotlight

Volunteer Spotlight: Lisa B

What can we say about Lisa B. She has been with the shelter for almost 8 years and while she has logged more than 2,500 “volunteer hours” her hours of fostering kittens far exceeds that. Lisa helps in all areas of the shelter from our Chandler location to our various fundraising events, but her true […]

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Volunteer Spotlight

Volunteer Spotlight: Ashsuire F

Today we would like to spotlight a volunteer who has supported AAWL for well over a decade and is an incredible advocate for animals in general: Ashsuire F Ashsuire F is a true animal lover. She has devoted so much of herself to helping animals in need in a variety of ways. She has given […]

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