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Jan 21, 2026

Winter Storm Warning: How You Can Help Austin Pets (and Keep Your Own Safe)

As temperatures drop later this week, APA! is asking the community to step up for pets who need warmth and safety during this Winter Storm Warning.

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May 24, 2022

2021 Annual Report

View and download our 2021 Annual Report!

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May 24, 2022

Parvo Puppy ICU Flooding | Help Needed!

The Parvo Puppy ICU is at risk after ANOTHER flooding situation with sewage spilling into all three parvovirus treatment wards.

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May 14, 2022

Heat Safety Tips for Pets

The temperatures are rising! Follow these tips to ensure your pet's safety.

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May 09, 2022

Paddle for Puppies is Back!

Paddle for Puppies is back on May 15th and better than ever. Register today and save a puppy with Parvo!

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Apr 13, 2022

Austin FC 2022 Mascots of the Match

Meet our 2022 Austin FC Honary Mascots!

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Apr 13, 2022

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Meet our 2022 Austin FC Honary Mascots!

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Mar 30, 2022

Cryptocurrency Can Now Be Used to Support Austin Pets Alive!

If you own Bitcoin, Ethereum, or other cryptocurrencies, you can now use it to help APA! in multiple ways.

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Mar 22, 2022

Letter from Dr. Jefferson: Tornado Help

With multiple tornado touchdowns in Central Texas and morning reports today of damage, we wanted to reach out to let you know how we fared and what we...

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Mar 18, 2022

Letter from Dr. Jefferson: Properties Update

I'm excited to let you know that on February 17, 2022, Austin City Council approved a one-year extension on our Town Lake Animal Center (TLAC) license...

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Mar 11, 2022

This Is a Call for Innovators and Entrepreneurs to Help Us End Pet Homelessness

Animals need the brightest minds. The entrepreneurs. The tech innovators. The pet lovers looking to make a huge impact.

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