December 2013

Give Them Twice the Hope

It was after dusk when ARF’s rescue team returned - weary, happy, and with arms full of cat carriers as another day of saving lives came to a close. Cranberry, a gorgeous young tabby, and her four wee kittens snuggled together, safe and sound after the long journey. Cuff Link, a big handsome cat, peeked out from under his towel to investigate his full food bowl as the team settled the 22 new arrivals in for the night. As the full room hummed with serene purrs, the tragic fate we had rescued them from seemed far away. Read more...

Share the Love on Giving Tuesday

...and all through the season! Sponsor an ARF Animal for as little as $25 towards rescue, food, and care. Make your sponsorship a gift for the animal lover in your life and send your recipient a beautiful e-card. Or, visit the Giving Tree at our Walnut Creek headquarters and leave a gift for our shelter dogs and cats.

Comedy Night and Stars to the Rescue

Join us for two evenings of entertainment at Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek and help save more animals! Stand up for animals at Comedy Night on Friday, January 3. On Saturday, January 4, Stars to the Rescue XXIII features Bruce Hornsby, Bob Weir, Michael Cavanaugh, and more. Get your tickets now at (925) 943-SHOW!

Have a Fur-Filled Winter Break!

ARF’s got a treat for young animal lovers before school starts again - a fun, educational winter break experience at our award-winning Camp ARF! What could be better than exploring our shelter, learning about animals through fun games and lessons, and cozying up to ARF therapy animals? It’s the coolest place for kids Grades 1-5! Register today.