Shelters & Animal Welfare

The Pet Advocacy Network has appointed John Mellace of Pet Express to its Board of Directors and named new officer leadership as the organization continues to expand its advocacy initiatives and industry engagement efforts.

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia has expanded its end-of-life veterinary care services in New York City with the addition of Dr. Mar Kamal, increasing access to in-home hospice, euthanasia, and pet loss support services for local pet families.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced nearly $10 million in grants for 31 animal care organizations to support shelter renovations, medical upgrades, and expanded housing for dogs and cats awaiting adoption.

Thousands of Purina employees volunteered across dozens of U.S. communities during the company’s 25th annual Purina Cares Day, contributing an estimated 5,000 service hours focused on pet welfare, community support, and environmental initiatives.

As the United States prepares for what could become one of the largest Independence Day fireworks celebrations in history during America’s 250th anniversary, IPEX Health has launched NuCalm Pet, a pet-focused calming solution designed to help reduce stress and anxiety in dogs, cats, and other mammals during fireworks and other loud events.

A new collection of essays from 45 animal welfare leaders offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the people, decisions, and defining moments that helped reshape animal welfare in the United States over the past four decades.

Purina expanded its community impact in 2025 with $33.8 million in charitable support, focusing on pet welfare, crisis response, and strengthening the human–animal bond.

A national campaign led by Best Friends Animal Society and more than 20 corporate partners aims to boost pet adoptions and support shelters across the U.S.

The AKC Canine Health Foundation is investing in new research to better understand aging in dogs, including cognitive decline and age-related diseases.