Animal Rescue League of Boston

Are you a motivated and compassionate individual with a passion for animals? Consider a career with us at the Animal Rescue League of Boston! We are looking to build our team in our Boston, Dedham, and Brewster locations 🐾 To see our available open positions, visit https://lnkd.in/dX44Ebdy

This past week, while walking along a boardwalk in the area of The Cove Restaurant and Marina in Fall River, MA, a couple heard the cries of a kitten coming from a steep embankment below them and contacted ARL. Our Field Services team responded and spotted the 9-week-old kitten curled up on a rock about 20 feet below the boardwalk. The steeply sloped and rocky area was not accessible without risk of injury, and the fear was the kitten would run and hide if responders attempted to come down to his level.   After contacting Fall River Animal Control to assist, and about 40 minutes of trying to tempt the kitten into a humane cat trap that the agents had lowered to the area, the kitten finally gave in to his hunger and entered the food-filled trap. Once back on the boardwalk, the kitten was safely placed in a carrier and transported to our Boston Animal Care & Adoption Center where he was fed and given a thorough veterinary exam. The kitten, now named Wharf, was in good overall health and has already found his new home!   ARL wishes to thank the Good Samaritans who reported the wayward kitten, and Fall River Animal Control for their assistance in rescuing this adventurous animal.   . . . . Image description: a video of a kitten that was stuck in an embankment off a boardwalk being rescued.

We urgently need the help of our whole community to collect 15,000 lbs. of pet food in September to Keep Pets F.E.D.(Full Every Day). Your company, school, or other group can help! Visit arl.boston/fed for more info. The deadline for sign ups is 8/23! . . . . Image description: a corporate group volunteering at ARL

Today, the Massachusetts House of Representatives passed three crucial bills to protect animals across the Commonwealth! Now it’s up to the Senate to vote “yes” to move these pieces of legislation onto the Governor’s desk for signing. Contact your Senator and ask them to support these important animal protection bills before session ends on July 31! Find your Senator at https://lnkd.in/eDJhQuG   H.4911: An Act relative to animal welfare and reporting of animal cruelty, abuse, or neglect: this bill would clarify that DCF employees and contractors may report suspected animal cruelty encountered during their work, as well as remove arbitrary breed restrictions for DCF foster parents.   H.4915: An Act relative to the use of elephants, big cats, primates, giraffes, and bears in traveling exhibits and shows: this bill would prohibit the use of these exotic animals in traveling animal acts.   H.4919: An Act to increase kennel safety, aka Ollie's Law: this bill would create statewide regulations for pet daycare and boarding facilities to ensure animal health and safety, as well as protections for employees and consumers. . . . . Image description: Massachusetts State House

This past week, a nine-week-old stray kitten was brought to ARL after a car mechanic discovered the little guy hiding in the engine compartment of a vehicle.   During the winter it’s common to come across an animal in an engine compartment as outdoor cats are drawn to the warmth.   However, it is very uncommon to find an animal in this precarious position during the summer months, and ARL would like to thank Dedham Animal Control and Mavis Tire and Brakes for finding and rescuing this animal who will soon begin the next chapter of his life.   Read more about Mavis’ harrowing adventure at https://arl.boston/Mavis. . . . . Image description: two photos of Mavis, a black and white kitten, one right after arriving at ARL and one in his foster home.

On Wednesday, ARL’s Field Services team received a call about a stuck Great Horned Owl in Dover, MA. Upon arrival, it appeared that the owl’s wing was caught on a fishing line that was hanging from a tree. Our Rescue Agents used a net to safely contain the owl and were able to detach the fishing line from the tree. The owl was then transported to Tufts Wildlife Clinic where he’s being medically treated before being released back into the wild.   Learn more about ARL's Field Services efforts at https://lnkd.in/ec43t4PC. . . . . Image description: three photos of a Great Horned Owl stuck in a fishing line and one photo of the owl being transported to receive medical treatment.

Our Senior Vice President of Animal Welfare and Veterinary Services, Dr. Erin Doyle, had a ball🎾 speaking at this year's #PacVet conference in San Francisco hosted by the California Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Doyle discussed #veterinary topics ranging from strategic planning and population management to emerging Infectious diseases. . . . . . Image Description: A person wearing a red dress and sweater stands to the side of a podium. People seated watch as the person speaks through a slideshow presentation.

Future Focus: 2024-2028 Strategic Plan. Visit arlboston.org/vision to learn more about how we will improve the lives of animals by advancing laws to protect them, providing training for local and state police and animal control officers, and creating the next generation of compassionate animal advocates through humane education. . . . . Image description: the Animal Cruelty Task Force press conference

You’re invited to ARL’s Hoppy Hour 🐰 Come spend some time with our adoptable rabbits next Thursday (7/18) between 1:00-4:00pm at our Boston Animal Care & Adoption Center! Learn what rabbits need in a home, how to interact with and feed rabbits, and ask all your rabbit-related questions. Adults and children of all ages are welcome. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Planning to attend this event? Let us know by RSVPing at https://lnkd.in/e5XgXrXR. . . . . Image description: a video of a black rabbit eating treats

This #NationalKittenDay we want to thank YOU! Our Annual Kitten Shower had a record-breaking response to help the large influx of kittens and community cats arriving at our doors. Because of you, fragile babies like Outback are happy and healthy.   If you’re looking for an adorable feline friend of your own, visit https://arl.boston/adopt to see our available cats & kittens, or stop by one of our three locations tomorrow between 1:00-6:00pm. . . . . Image description: a grey and white kitten being held by an ARL staff member