news June 1, 2010

SUMMER OF LOVE KICKS OFF WITH ADOPTION PROMOTIONS AND EVENTS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!

The Pennsylvania SPCA is encouraging everyone to find the love of their lives during its Summer of Love! Beginning in June, animal lovers will have chances all month long to give homeless animals in need a second chance. ... Read More >

news May 11, 2010

PENNSYLVANIA SPCA ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTORS

The Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Pennsylvania SPCA) is pleased to announce the addition of Medical Director Aime G. Berman, VMD, to its staff, as well as the promotions of Angela Messer to... Read More >

news May 10, 2010

Humane Law Enforcement Officers Shut Down Illegal Ear Cropping Operation, Rescue 4 Dogs

On Saturday, May 8, 2010, Pennsylvania SPCA Humane Law Enforcement officers executed a search warrant at a home on the 2900 block of Judson St., following an ongoing investigation of illegal ear cropping allegedly being... Read More >

news April 27, 2010

Pennsylvania SPCA Announces New Board President and Vice President

The Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Pennsylvania SPCA) is pleased to announce that Valerie Ogden Phillips has been elected as President and Claudia L. Casavecchia, DVM, has been elected as Vice... Read More >

news April 26, 2010

April Showers Bring May Flowers and Great Adoption Promotions!

April showers bring May flowers as well as chances for animal-loving moms and veterans to celebrate their special days by adopting a new member of the family! Throughout the month of May, shelters located at Pennsylvania... Read More >

news April 19, 2010

PENNSYLVANIA SPCA ANNOUNCES NEW CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

The Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Pennsylvania SPCA) is pleased to announce that Mario R. Porro, CPA, has joined the organization as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). “Mario is an excellent... Read More >

news April 17, 2010

ACCT Reopens for Dog Intakes and Adoptions

Cleaning at the Animal Care and Control Team (ACCT) facility, powered by the Pennsylvania SPCA, has been successfully completed and it has reopened. “We are hopeful that the successful completion of this project will... Read More >

news April 16, 2010

Pennsylvania SPCA Continues Super Adoption Event April 17 & 18

The Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Pennsylvania SPCA) continues its super adoption event this weekend, April 17 and 18, 2010, with special adoption promotions, extended adoption hours and... Read More >

news April 16, 2010

Humane Law Enforcement Officers Rescue 60 Cats adn One Dog

Yesterday, Pennsylvania SPCA Humane Law Enforcement officers executed a search warrant at a home on the 4500 block of Teesdale St. and removed 60 cats and one dog from the property. Officers responded to a complaint... Read More >

news March 24, 2010

PENNSYLVANIA SPCA LAUNCHES NEW DOG TRAINING CLASSES

The Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is offering a new schedule of drop-in training classes for dogs of all ages. All classes are designed by Nicole Larocco, director of animal training and... Read More >

news March 23, 2010

PENNSYLVANIA SPCA’S SPRING FLING OFFERS SPECIAL ADOPTION PROMOTIONS

It’s that special time of year again…the weather is getting warmer, the days are growing longer and everyone needs a SPRING FLING! The Pennsylvania SPCA is celebrating spring’s arrival with special adoption promotions... Read More >

news March 16, 2010

Humane Law Enforcement Officers Rescue More than 70 Animals

On the evening of March 15, Pennsylvania SPCA Humane Law Enforcement officers responded to a complaint received through the 24-hour cruelty hotline of animals living in poor condition and appearing to be in need of... Read More >

news March 15, 2010

OFFICERS RESCUE MORE THAN 60 RABBITS, BIRDS, CATS AND DOGS

Officers are currently executing a search warrant on the 1100 block of Hellerman St. in Philadelphia. They are anticipating rescuing approximately 40 animals, including rabbits, birds, cats and dogs. More details to... Read More >

news March 8, 2010

Pennsylvania SPCA Welcomes New Director of Development

The Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Pennsylvania SPCA) is pleased to announce that Rachel M. Lippoff has joined the Pennsylvania SPCA as director of development. “We’re excited to welcome... Read More >

news February 23, 2010

March Madness Takes Over the Pennsylvania SPCA!

As college basketball’s March Madness grips the hearts of sports fans across the country, the Pennsylvania SPCA will be celebrating its own kind of March Madness with a special adoption promotion throughout the month. ... Read More >

news February 22, 2010

PENNSYLVANIA SPCA RESCUES SIX DOGS FROM SUSPECTED DOG FIGHTING RING

On February 20, 2010, Pennsylvania SPCA Humane Law Enforcement officers executed a search warrant at a property on the 1100 block of W. Erie Ave. that had been under investigation as part of a suspected dog fighting... Read More >

news February 15, 2010

Marc Peralta Named Chief Operating Officer at Pennsylvania SPCA

The Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Pennsylvania SPCA) is pleased to announce that Marc Peralta has joined its senior leadership team as chief operating officer. Peralta has served as... Read More >

news February 12, 2010

PENNSYLVANIA SPCA RAISES MORE THAN $100,000, SAVES 832 PIT BULLS DURING 2ND CHANCE DOG CAMPAIGN

The Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Pennsylvania SPCA) is pleased to announce that it has exceeded its fund raising goal of $100 thousand by raising $116,234 for the 2nd Chance Dog adoption and... Read More >

news February 9, 2010

ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL TEAM (ACCT) NOW OPEN FOR ADOPTIONS SEVEN DAYS A WEEK

The Animal Care and Control Team (ACCT), powered by the Pennsylvania SPCA and located at 111 W. Hunting Park Ave. in Philadelphia, is now open for adoptions seven days a week. To celebrate, ACCT will be hosting a special... Read More >

news February 5, 2010

Officers Rescue Three Dogs, Recover Paraphernalia from Suspected Dog Fighting Ring

Pennsylvania SPCA Humane Law Enforcement officers executed a search warrant and rescued three pit bulls and recovered dog-fighting paraphernalia from a property on the 900 block of W. Dauphin St. last night. This location... Read More >