RedRover News



December 8, 2021

2021 Year in Review

This year brought no shortage of challenges – but thanks to our supporters, we were able to provide lifesaving care to thousands of pets and families […]
November 10, 2021

A “hometown hero” promotes empathy for animals

Our Education Coordinator, Tara Lenehan, spoke with RedRover Readers volunteer Angie Sagliani to learn more about how she’s using the curriculum in her community. Angie works […]
November 8, 2021

Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2021 Recap

Every October we honor Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), and this year we were busier than ever raising awareness about our programs and the need for […]
November 8, 2021

A happy boost for Peanut the boxer

By Savannah Verdon, RedRover Development and Engagement Coordinator In Debra’s home, no birthday can pass without a celebration. Her cat Louie and two dogs, Peanut and […]
November 8, 2021

A Snowy surprise

By Savannah Verdon, RedRover Development and Engagement Coordinator “Snow was a cat we saw roaming around our neighborhood. Very friendly but skittish. I love pets, always […]
October 12, 2021

Three Animal-Themed Books to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

One way to honor National Hispanic Heritage Month is by reading animal-themed books by Hispanic American authors with your children or students! Each of the three […]
October 12, 2021

Cleo the Protector

By Savannah Verdon, RedRover Development and Engagement Coordinator One of five dogs in the family, Miss Cleo the Pitbull had a special place in Jennifer’s heart: […]
October 12, 2021

Spreading kindness in Houston: One sponsor’s story

Citizens for Animal Protection is a pretty unique place. A nonprofit organization serving the Houston, Texas, area since 1972, they promote respect and compassion for animals […]
October 4, 2021

In the Spirit of Empathy: Supporting the human-animal bond through crises

By Savannah Verdon, RedRover Development and Engagement Coordinator Few among us can say they escaped the myriad effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Indeed, we have all […]

 
January 28, 2020

Charlotte’s Happy Tail

In the past, when Anna was in good health, she volunteered hundreds of hours at her local animal shelter and adopted four cats. The last of […]
January 14, 2020

Happy 18th birthday, Sebastian!

Nine years ago, in 2011, Kerry came across a Craigslist ad for two nine-year-old Oriental Shorthair cats whose original owner was no longer able to care […]
January 7, 2020

“He had a great life here and he bettered ours:” Bo’s Story

Losing a pet is the bittersweet end to years of laughter, play and love. For those of us with cherished pets, it’s a hard reality we […]
November 13, 2019

Bubba and Herman: You gave puppy mill rescues new life

“It has been so much work rehabilitating not one but two dogs from the same puppy mill bust. But it has been one of the most […]
November 1, 2019

A Happy Tail for Buddy

Angi is a survivor. With patience, grace, and determination, she has overcome an abusive childhood, debilitating health issues and a difficult divorce, leaving her unable to […]
September 18, 2019

Bullitt’s Happy Tail

Handsome Greyhound Bullitt didn’t just save Debbie’s life, he is Debbie’s life. When she was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2017, Bullitt wouldn’t let her stay […]
September 13, 2019

Morty’s Happy Tail

At just 18 years old, Logan is already living away from home, working full-time, and taking full responsibility for and care of his best friend, Morty […]
August 29, 2019

Meet Mosey: A Happy Tail

When beautiful Calico kitty Mosey stopped eating and began losing teeth, Marlee knew she couldn’t let her continue to suffer. But between starting a new job […]
August 21, 2019

Oreo’s Happy Tail

“My guinea Pig Oreo’s life was saved thanks to the RedRover Relief program. Oreo had a golf ball size mass/tumor on her lower front area that […]