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March 23, 2011

If you still want to help: you can help by donating towels or making a monetary donation to our Second Chance Program.

"We're deeply grateful to the Cleveland Fire Department for their rapid response and for setting up fans to help get the smoke out faster."

March 22, 2011

Yesterday morning at around 11am, there was a fire at the Cleveland APL.  The motor in the dryer in our cat adoption area laundry room caught on fire.  Thanks to the amazing response of our team, the fire was quickly contained, but not before it filled our adoption area with noxious smoke. 

"We're deeply grateful to the Cleveland Fire Department for their rapid response and for setting up fans to help get the smoke out faster."

March 18, 2011

The Cleveland APL is honored to have been chosen by the Cleveland Indians as a Fill The House charity.So please help us FILL THE HOUSE!

March 15, 2011

This weekend, the holiday turns into St. PET-rick’s Day, and we’re encouraging families to invite a new adopted pet into their lives by reducing our already low adoption fees.

March 5 2011

March 4, 2011

On Fat Tuesday, also known as Mardi Gras, we’re reducing adoption fees for cats who weigh 11 pounds or more to just $10. Our everyday cat adoption fees are $45 for adults and $30 for seniors. And just like on other days, any cat you adopt on Fat Cat Tuesday will have been vaccinated and spayed or neutered. In addition, your new cat goes home with a collar, I.D. tag and travel box. We also have a list of local veterinarians who will give your new cat a free exam, and you can sign up for a free month of Sheltercare pet health insurance.

Feburary 7, 2011

Humane societies and rescue groups in Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina and Summit counties are teaming up with each other and PetSmart Charities ® this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, February 11th – 13th for a “My Furry Valentine” cat adoption promotion.

December 20, 2010

December 14, 2010

They’ll need homes for the holidays, too, so please keep checking back and you will soon see pictures of even more animals available for adoption!

December 13, 2010

November 19, 2010

November 13, 2010

November 12, 2010

Bambi's Story

Bambi, a Chihuahua/Shih Tzu mix puppy was born on October 8th.  His mother died during delivery and Bambi was the only surviving puppy.  The owner bottle fed Bambi for a few days but wasn’t able to keep up with it and needed help, so she brought him to the Cleveland APL.  As the survival rate for bottle-fed orphans this young is pretty low our veterinarian decided to have our staff see if Mrs. Rabbit, a stray who had just come in with her kittens Thumper and Friend Owl, would allow the puppy to nurse.  And what you see in these videos is the wonderful outcome. 

Mrs. Rabbit and kids have been in one of our wonderful volunteer foster homes since October 12th and came back in this week for a check-up.  They’ll be going back to their foster home for another 3-4 weeks until everyone is old enough and big enough to be spayed or neutered and go up for adoption.  Bambi, the pup, is already spoken for, but the very special Mrs. Rabbit, and her kittens will be looking for loving homes. 

Bambi’s story is quite a testimony to theunconditional love and spirit our animals friends are able to share with each other and with us.  Our shelter is filled with compassionate people who have dedicated their lives to saving the lives of homeless animals … and now a very, very special and selfless cat is doing more than her part to help an orphaned puppy … yet she has no idea what all the fuss is about!  It just doesn’t get much better, does it?!

November 11, 2010

October 20, 2010

September 28, 2010

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September 20, 2010

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October 17, 2010

Cats make wonderful companions….

Adopt your new best friend at the Cleveland APL

October 13, 2010

 He is a very special dog to us and we want him to get a great home

October

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September 2, 2010

He is a very special dog to us and we want him to get a great home

August 26, 2010

Sure, many people think why get a cat or kitten from a humane society when I can get one for free from a friend, neighbor or family member? Well here’s why. At the Cleveland APL, every cat and kitten has been spayed or neutered, given their initial vaccines, treated for fleas and worms, and tested for feline leukemia, feline HIV, and heartworms, all of which will save an adopter nearly $300 in future care!

August 23, 2010 

He is a very special dog to us and we want him to get a great home

August 18, 2010

Since 1913, the Cleveland APL has been housing abandoned, abused, and unwanted animals in order to find them loving and safe homes to call their own. Everyday, people from our community work tirelessly to help rescue, care for, and love these animals and, every time an animal is adopted from our shelter by a loving family, hope is found where there was none before.  

August 5, 2010

The Cleveland APL is honoring the special friendship of twins by offering adopt one, adopt a second for no fee on all cats and kittens.

July 26, 2010

Learn how you can help the animals of the APL

July 21, 2010

We Have Kitties Galore!

And we’re reducing the adoption fee for all of them this weekend to celebrate the release of “Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore.”  The adoption fee for adult cats will be just $10 and the fee for kittens 5 months and younger will be just $20.

July 19, 2010

Due to complaints from the parents of uncooperative pets, we’re giving you eight extra days to submit photos for our
2011 Pet Calendar Contest.

July 15, 2010

July 8, 2010

June 17, 2010

In response to the critical need to find homes for hundreds of cats and to celebrate Father’s Day and the importance of having an adult role model, this Father’s Day weekend the APL will offer reduced feline adoption fees

June 11, 2010

This special pricing will be honored at the shelter as well as
Meet Your Best Friend at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo on
Saturday, June 12, 2010 from 10:00am to 4:00pm. 

June 6, 2010

June 1, 2010

Five.  Five Dollar.  Five Dollar Felines.  Yes, you heard correctly!  June is Adopt-a-Shelter-Cat Month and the Cleveland Animal Protective League is kicking it off in a big way.  From Tuesday, June 1, 2010 through Sunday, June 6, 2010, all cats ages 5 months and older will be available for only $5, and kittens under 5 months will have an adoption fee of only $25. 

May 14, 2010

May 6, 2010

Looking to add a cute kitten to your family, visit the Cleveland APL now!  

April 29, 2010

April 22, 2010

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April 12, 2010

Senior animals make fabulous companions, but are often overlooked by people who are charmed by the cuteness and fluff of kittens and puppies.  People just don’t realize the gems they are passing up... Learn more >>

March 23, 2010

The cats at the Cleveland Animal Protective League are continuing their March Madness quest for adoption!  Last weekend, during their Sweet Sixteen adoption event, twenty four cats went home, but that wasn’t enough, so for one more Saturday, the Cleveland APL is reducing fees for adult cats and kittens with the hope of getting them out of cages and into hearts and homes. 

March 16, 2010

 Cats Available for Adoption for only $10

The cats at the Cleveland Animal Protective League are celebrating a March Madness that’s all their own!  Everyday they are competing with each other to win the heart of someone looking for a special companion.  The competition is heating up and this Saturday only, the first “Sweet Sixteen” adult cats to get adopted will go home for only $10.  Read more >>

March 1. 2010

February 22, 2010

National Spay Day Event on February 23
is Scored with a “Perfect 10” by the Cleveland APL

February 15, 2010

February 14, 2010

Everyone deserves unconditional love this weekend, February 13-14 – just in time for Valentine’s Day – we are reducing our adoption fees on all animals by $14!  In addition adopters will go home with free goodies!

February 1, 2010

Janurary 19, 2010

Bring Your Dog to the Lake Erie Monsters Game,

Purchase tickets online: www.lakeeriemonsters.com/ilovedogs

December 16, 2009

The cats at the Cleveland Animal Protective League have submitted their annual letter to Santa Paws.  The following note was found on the floor of the cat adoption room by a staff member at the Cleveland Animal Protective League - Read the whole letter to Santa here >>

December 7, 2009

The festive felines have been meowing their kitty carols since December began, and the staff at the Cleveland Animal Protective League has decided to help them get their most wanted holiday gift—a new home—a little early this year!  On Saturday December 12th and Sunday December 13th, all cats and kittens in the shelter will be available for only $20.   

November 24, 2009

This season’s most sought after – and most elusive – holiday desire is available now at the Cleveland Animal Protective League – LOVE!  For one day only, November 27th, all cats, kittens, and rabbits will be 50% off and dogs and puppies will be 20% off.  Find out More >>

November 9, 2009

Why buy when you can adopt?  The Cleveland Animal Protective League has cats in all makes and models that are ready to go home today.  For one day only, we are slashing our prices far below the Mew Book value. 

November 2, 2009

Our annual cage sponsors bring hope and comfort to our animals while they wait for their future mom or dad to adopt them.  Now, as the cold, winter months approach, they will need us – and YOU – more than ever. We have set a goal of finding 25 new cat, dog or small mammal cage sponsors for our animals by the end of 2009. Please become a cage sponsor and give the gift of hope >>

Pet Personals

October 25, 2009

They’re quirky and they’re kooky…and sometimes a little drooly…they’ll stand by you when it’s spooky…add a canine to your family! 

October 9, 2009

The Cleveland Animal Protective League is urging everyone to go green and adopt a hybrid…dog, that is!  October is Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog-Month, and the APL is ready to send our wonderful mixed breed dogs into loving homes.  Learn More >>

October 4, 2009

September 14, 2009

You heard correctly!  For only $5.00 cat adopters can receive a generous helping of love and companionship from the Cleveland Animal Protective League!  On Saturday September 19th, all cats ages 5 months and older will be available for only $5, and kittens under 5 months will have an adoption fee of only $20.  You can also “super size” your kitten adoption by adding an adult companion cat (5 months and older) to mentor your kitten for no additional charge.  Read More About $5 Felines >>

August 16, 2009

Please Join us for a new breed of Fur Ball

•  Paws at the many food stations   •  Wag your tail to the sounds of the       legendary No Name Band   •  Sensationally casual attire Unbeatable fabulous live and silent     auctions, click here >> For More Information, click here >>

Saturday, October 3, 2009

Please Join us for a new breed of Fur Ball

- Paws at the many food stations

- Wag your tail to the sounds of the legendary No Name Band

- Unbeatable fabulous live and silent auctions

- Sensationally casual attire For

More Information, click here >>

August 12, 2009

We are celebrating in a very special way

This year Homeless Animals’ Day falls on August 15th and the people at the Cleveland Animal Protective League think it’s THE perfect day to make a difference in an animal’s life!  It’s also a purr-fect opportunity to raise our community’s awareness about the wonderful cats who are waiting for homes at humane societies like the Cleveland APL. Learn More >>

August 2, 2009

Affordable Vaccinations & Health Care for Dogs and Cats

Sunday, August 2nd from 12-3 pm at the Cleveland APL
No Appointments Necessary
Dogs Must be on Leashes and Cats in Carriers
Questions Call: 888-502-PETS (7387)

July 21, 2009

Saturday, July 25th, Kitty Adoption Fees only $25!!

– It’s the most wonderful time of the year…for the felines at the Cleveland APL!  When he learned that there are almost 500 cats in the care of the Cleveland APL, many ready to go home NOW, Kitty Kringle decided to pay an early visit to the shelter.  Learn More about The Kitty Kristmass Event >>

June 30, 2009

BREAKING NEWS!!!
Independence Day Comes Early for Cats at the Cleveland APL!

The cats at the Cleveland APL have written a Declaration of Feline Independence and they need your help to get it, and them, adopted - NOW!  Find out more >>

June 12, 2009

Heard of the movie "Fast & Furious?" Well, the Cleveland APL is holding its own "Fast & Furriest" race to help our cats cross the finish line into their new homes FAST! June 12th through June 30th, feline adoption fees will be slashed to $55 for kittens and $30 for cats. Our cute little "checkered flags" (aka black and black & while cats) will be $35 for kittens and $15 for adults. Adopt, Protect, Love ... right now!

It’s Adopt-a-Shelter Cat Month and the Cleveland APL is celebrating by holding its own “race” to the finish line with reduced cat adoption fees during the month of June so adopters will help them take first place for happy endings in their homes! Read More >> 

June 5, 2009

Save the Date ~ Fur Ball 2009

Saturday, October 3, 2009

May 15, 2009

Do you have a wonderful photograph showing just how special your furry friend is? Don’t miss the chance for your Furry Friend to be featured in the 2010 Cleveland Animal Protective League pet calendar honoring our area’s much-loved pets. Enter Today >>

May 1, 2009

Help the animals of the Cleveland Animal Protective League celebrate the beginning of a long-awaited Spring by stopping by to adopt a pet during Mayday for Mutts or Cinco de Meow! 

April 10, 2009

April 4, 2009

The APL will be using the ASPCA’s® Meet Your Matchä Canine-ality™ adoption program to help adopters find their perfect canine mate. 

To celebrate the offering of Meet Your Match Canine-ality at the Cleveland APL, every adopter who completes the adopter survey on Saturday April 4th and Sunday April 5th and selects a dog that’s a match will be given $10 off the price of their adoption and the chance to win a starter pack of dog or cat supplies.  All adopters, regardless of whether or not they adopt of dog that’s their color match, will receive a free bag of Science Diet, an APL calendar, and can microchip their new pet for only $10 – a 50% savings! More about Canine-ality

March 17, 2009

Do you have the luck of the Irish?

Everyone who adopts an animal on St. Paddy’s Day will get to into the pot of gold and select a golden ticket that will save them some green, because the tickets are printed with discounts that range from $5-$25 off of any adoption completed on Tuesday, March 17th.  Adopters will also receive a free Cleveland APL Pet Calendar and free 5 pound bag of Hills Science Diet pet food.

March 1, 2009

The Cleveland APL’s goal is to adopt 250 animals between February 14th and 28th.   A display of 250 leashes in the APL’s lobby area will represent the matchmaking goal.  Every adopter will have the opportunity to unhook a leash from the display and “unleash the love” created by their adoption.  “Our hope is to have no leashes left on February 28th—only a sign that says 250 families and animals found love and a new best friend this February,” says Sharon Harvey, Executive Director of the Cleveland APL.

Feb 11, 2009

APL “Unleashes the Love” for Homeless Animals This February

Do you find yourself craving some cuddly companionship over creamy candies?  Are you considering passing up a three course dinner date for a frolic with a four-legged friend?  If so, it sounds like you are ready to meet your perfect match this Valentine’s Day—the one with a warm heart and cold nose!

Valentine's Day Adoption Promotion >>

Jan 24, 2009

“Two Sassy 6-year-old Leo Ladies Looking for a 5-Star Life”

Just like our zodiac sign says, we are genuine, trusting, and warmhearted.  When it comes to critters, we are faithful and loving toward each other—but no other pets in the home, please!  We are looking for a special person to call our own and to give us belly rubs and long walks (around the block).  We’re not the kind of girls who need to be “wined and dined," but we will take all of the dog treats that we can get!  We can show anyone that age is just a number.

Find Your Forever Pet Now >>

Jan 21, 2009

Change a Pet’s Life Day

On January 24 we are teaming up with Hill’s Science Diet for "Change a Pet’s Life Day," a national adoption drive created to help transform the lives cats and dogs by helping them find a loving, healthy home.

The adoption fees for the first 10 approved adoptions on that day will be waived (up to $80) courtesy of Hill’s, and every cat and dog will go home with a free bag of Hill’s Science Diet.

Find Out More >>

Jan 13, 2009

   Yes, We Can …Give Shelter Animals a Home!

The Cleveland Animal Protective League is holding a Presidential Inauguration Adoption Promotion to thank President-Elect Obama for raising awareness about the plight of homeless animals by announcing his interest in adopting a shelter dog for his family.  During the promotion, the Cleveland APL will invite members of the community to the shelter where they will be able to share their adoption experiences and stories on a banner that will be sent to President Obama at the White House at the conclusion of the event. 

Find out more >>

Jan 1, 2009

Meet Your Match

The Cleveland APL is thrilled to announce the launch of Feline-ality. All cats 9 months and older will be assessed for their unique feline personality and waiting for their perfect human match.  Canine-ality and Puppy-ality are coming this spring. The program's Adopter Survey and Canine-ality™, Puppy-ality™, or Feline-ality™ Assessment™ and fun color-coding system fit together like the pieces of a puzzle, creating picture-perfect adoptions for shelter animals and their new owners.

Find Out More >>

Dec 1, 2008

The Cleveland Animal Protective League wants to all our animals to have a "Home for the Holidays."

The month of December we will have special holiday promotions:

Find Out More >>

November 5, 2008

2009 Annual Calendars are ready! Buy one Now >>

We are ready to accept entries for our 2010 calendar! Find out How >>

Don’t miss the chance for your Furry Friend to be featured in the 2010 Cleveland Animal Protective League pet calendar honoring our area’s much-loved pets.

See "Second Chance Program" in action >>

Watch the video >>

APL Position Statement on Issue 2 A Proposed Constitutional Amendment to Create the Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board

"Vote NO on ISSUE 2" Print Poster >>

PURCHASE the 2010 APL Calendar Today! 

Second Chance Program

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Second Chance Program

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2nd and 4th Sundays
of the Month from
12:00 - 3:00 pm at
the Cleveland APL
No Appointments
Necessary

View the Adoptable Cats Younger than 1-Year

View the Adoptable Cats 1-Year and Older

View the Adoptable Dogs and Puppies

View the Adoptable Small and Furries

4th Sunday of the Month from 12:00 - 3:00 pm at the Cleveland APL. No Appointments Necessary

PURCHASE the 2010 APL Calendar Today!  ENTER Your Furry Friend in the 2011 Pet Calendar Contest, Click Here >>

See "Second Chance Program" in action >> Watch the video >>