To many, they are known as "man's best friend." They are lovable, loyal, fun and even human-like. Heck, they are family. We are talking dogs and cats here.
In 2007, the San Antonio Animal Care Control Shelter euthanized or killed 40 thousand dogs and cats, the highest number among major American cities.
The Animal Defense League of Texas (ADL), located off of Nacogdoches Road in Northeast San Antonio, is doing anything and everything they can to save the lives of our four-legged friends.
ADL is the only true "no kill" shelter in San Antonio. The facility is celebrating a milestone anniversary this year. They have served our fine city for 75 years.
ADL has saved the lives of thousands and thousands of dogs and cats for generations. They have even brought in severely injured animals and nursed them back to good health. ADL has placed countless animals with loving families.
Father time has finally caught up with ADL. Their aging facilities are out of date. Their kennels and care facilities are in dire need of upgrades or replacements.
In short, ADL needs our help.
Executive Director Laura Dupree says the ADL is challenged financially and needs major renovations.
"I think with most other non-profits, we are all experiencing the tough times of our economy," Laura said. "At the Animal Defense League, we need to raise millions of dollars. We are not in an official campaign mode, but we need to build several new kennels. We desperately need a new medical facility. We are talking 5 to 6 million dollars that we need to raise."
Laura and her team have even come up with a catchy line for their fund raising efforts.
"If we had 10 thousand people donate a hundred dollars (each) that would give us 1 million dollars," Laura said.
Laura emphasized that all monies would go strictly to take care of the animals. "Our animals come first before any other needs on this campus," she said.
Check out my attached video blog on City Brights to see Laura's entire interview. Besides fundraising, ADL is always looking for volunteers.
You can also visit www.adltexas.org for more information on how you can help.
Come on San Antonio, let us show some love to our four-legged friends.
