What Animal Control Is (and Isn’t) Understanding Animal Control’s Role in Our Country When people hear the term animal control, many think it refers to a service that handles every animal‑related problem in a...
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Another Successful Year for Home for the Holidays
This holiday season, our Home for the Holidays program proved once again just how powerful even just a little time in a loving home can be. From December 23 through January 2, 16 animals were welcomed into temporary foster homes, giving them a...
A Cute Yet Not-So-Cute Delivery: Why Abandoning Animals at Shelters Hurts More Than It Helps
We’ll admit it, few things are cuter than a box full of kittens or puppies. While a new animal at our doorsteps may look like a cute surprise, abandoned animals , even on our property, can pose serious risks to both the animal and our team. Every year, we can expect...
ARL to Host Sponsored Adoption Day
CUMRU TOWNSHIP, P.a., June 25, 2025 – The Animal Rescue League of Berks County (ARL) will host a sponsored adoption day starting this Friday, June 27 thanks to the support of Brentwood Industries. During the event, all pets over 6 months of age will be...
Animal Rescue League of Berks County Joins BISSELL Pet Foundation to Offer Reduced Adoption Fees During Spring Empty the Shelters Event
CUMRU TOWNSHIP, PA, April 30, 2025—The Animal Rescue League of Berks County will participate alongside 380+ shelters across 43 states to help pets find loving homes through reduced adoption fees of $70 or less, generously sponsored by BISSELL Pet Foundation from...
Keeping Pets Safe on the 4th: Tips for a Stress-Free Celebration
Originally posted as Pet's Safety During the New Year Celebrations on December 29, 2021. Edited by Kennedy Boehm, Communications Intern No matter how many calls are made to stop the use of pyrotechnics during the holidays, fireworks are part of the culture and the...
Protect Your Dog From the Summer’s Heat
By Kennedy Boehm, Communications Intern Summer is here, and we are officially moving into Code Red territory. As we head into soaring temperatures, with highs expected to reach a scorching 96 degrees, it’s crucial to be aware of the dangers this heat poses to our...
Pet Choking Prevention Day
By Kennedy Boehm, Communications inter Every year on June 22nd, pet owners and animal lovers across the country come together to observe National Pet Choking Prevention Day. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of choking for pets and educating...
The Lives We Save: Boo
Discovered abandoned in a cemetery with a severely broken leg, Boo's journey to recovery was quite the collaborative effort involving our humane officers, dedicated veterinarians, and caring staff members. Thanks to their collective efforts and the nurturing...
The Lives We Save: Meet Tilda
On March 14, 2024, we received a call about an unresponsive dog found in a backyard. When our staff arrived at the address, they were able to identify a medium-sized white canine lying over a bag of garbage. At this time, they felt the canine was either already...
Leadership Corner – Life-Saving Initiative on Wheels
If you’ve been to the ARL, you know how fortunate we are to have a beautiful property with several acres of grass and walking trails for our dogs in the trees. While this is such an asset for our daily operations and general curb appeal, our location is a challenge...
Board of Directors Appoints Ashley Mikulsky as CEO
The Board of Directors at the Animal Rescue League of Berks County (ARL) announced the official appointment of Ashley Mikulsky as Chief Executive Officer of the Cumru Township shelter. Mikulsky held the Acting CEO title after Alexis Pagoulatos left the position in...
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