The Arizona Animal Welfare League & SPCA (AAWL & SPCA) is the largest and oldest no-kill shelter in Arizona. We are a no-kill shelter in that we do not euthanize animals except for the rare occasions when it is in the best interest of the animal to do so, usually from untreatable medical conditions. AAWL & SPCA is a registered 501c3 non-profit organization, tax ID 23-7149453. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law.
AAWL & SPCA rescues, rehabilitates and re-homes more than… Show more 5,000 dogs and cats that are abandoned or that have been surrendered by their owners. We do this primarily by rescuing them from other shelters in Maricopa County where they are likely to be euthanized due to the lack of time and resources to care for them. At any one time our shelter will hold 140 cats and 190 dogs. We also have a foster parent network of approximately 90 families who provide care and shelter in their homes for puppies and kittens that are too young to be adopted, and those animals that are recovering from medical procedures or that need socialization before adoption.
All pets offered for adoption have been spayed or neutered; micro-chipped and are current on all vaccinations. Any medical treatments needed, including surgeries, are provided by our medical team and all animals are evaluated by our behavior department.
AAWL & SPCA not only adopts companion animals into loving homes, we also hold a leadership position in the community in education and animal welfare issues.
Tour Description:
Tour the Sonia Breslow Adoption facility that includes: Cattery, Dog Kennels, Education and MD Pet Care Public Clinic. This tour will cover the mission, how animals are obtained, how they are cared for and an overview of the various programs offered to the public and to volunteers that help AAWL continue the shelter outreach to grow.
FAQS
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event? Located on the north east corner of 40th street & Washington. Additional parking is located across the street at Gateway Community College.
What can/can't I bring to the event?
No restrictions
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No
What is the cancellation policy?
48 hours
What time should I arrive? Please arrive 10 minute prior to tour start time. Facility is closed to the public and doors will be locked. A greeter will be stationed outdoors to meet all members at 10:20 am. If you arrive early please wait at the front door your greeter will meet you.
What is the Dress Code? Please dress comfortably. Wear sneakers, flat, closed toed shoes. Part of the tour is outdoors, depending on weather, sunscreen and hat is recommended.
Tour Contact Person: Whitney Fletcher, wfletcher@aawl.org, 602-273-6852 ext. 101
To learn more about AAWL please click on the following link: www.aawl.org
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