ARL in the News
The Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) is an unwavering champion for animals in need, committed to keeping them safe and healthy in their habitats and homes. Founded in 1899, ARL provides high-quality veterinary care, adoption, and field services; while also confronting the root causes of animal cruelty and neglect through innovative community programs, police investigations, and public advocacy.
In 2018, ARL served 16,938 animals in need throughout Massachusetts.
ARL does not receive any government or public funding and relies solely on the generosity of compassionate individuals to carry on our important work to help animals and communities in need.
Click here for recent press coverage of ARL’s mission in action!
Press Kit
To help avoid confusion with other animal welfare agencies, and so that we can better serve animals in need in a timely manner, please refer to us in all reports as the “Animal Rescue League of Boston”, followed by “ARL” for short.
Learn more about the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL)
Downloadable Literature
- ARL Programs & Services (PDF)
- ARL’s 2018 Impact Report (PDF)
- ARL’s Mission, Vision, and Values (PDF)
Non-Media Related Requests
ARL is unable to accommodate students or artists engaging in research projects who are seeking: interviews with a staff member or volunteer; permission to draw, take photographs, or videotape animals, staff, volunteers, or facilities.
For corporations interested in volunteer opportunities, contact Debby Chaplic at dchaplic@arlboston.org or (617) 226-5670.
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Our Mission in Action
The stories below highlight ARL’s important for animals and people most in need. Learn more about us.
For details about a particular story, contact Mike DeFina, Communications & Media Relations Officer, at press@arlboston.org or (617) 293-3530.
ARL State House Testimony 6.4.19
Easter Cat Hoarding Update 5.8.19
Cape Kitten Stray Season 5.7.19
Dorchester Injured Stray Cat 4.1.19
Microchipped Cat Reunited with Family 2.22.19
Cape Improperly Disposed Animals 2.15.19
Dedham Abandoned Cats Update 1.30.19 (1)
Sullivan Square Abandoned Cat 1.23.19
Missing Dorchester Dogs 1.10.19
Brewster Pigs Anniversary 1.7.19
Dedham Abandoned Cats Update 12.27.18
Brewster Horses Update 12.6.18
Dedham Abandoned Cats 11.28.18
Giving Tuesday Advancer 11.23.18
ARL Beverly Stray Dog Update2 11.21.18
Brewster Woodpile Kittens 11.19.18
ARL Beverly Stray Dog Update 11.9.18
ARL Collaborates with State to Distribute Animal Cruelty Manual 11.1.18
Brookline Abandoned Dog 10.2.18
ARL Beverly Stray Dog Presser 9.26.18
ARL Quincy ACO Pet Surrender 9.17.18
Priscilla Dog Found Under Car 9.12.18
Chelsea Abandoned Kitten 8.28.18
PAWS II Signed Into Law 8.10.18
Spay Waggin Middleborough 8.3.18
Charlestown Cormorant Rescue PR 6.28.18
Spay Waggin Middleborough 6.19.18
Amazing Cat with Medical Concerns Seeking Home 6.7.18
Brewster Microchip Clinic 5.30.18
ARL Plymouth Cat Rescue 5.24.18
Alan Borgal Maddie’s Fund PR 4.24.18
Puppy Doe Statement Guilty 3.22.18
Susan Sweeney Presentation PR 4.19.18
Emaciated Dog Brewster 2.22.18
Bristol County Donkey and Pony Update 2.15.18
Good Samaritan Saves Cat’s Life 2.7.18
Holliston Fire Animal Care 1.23.18
Bristol County Donkey and Pony 1.12.18
Tethering Weather Advisories 1.3.18
ARL Awarded PetSmart Charities Grant 12.28.17
Joey the Therapy Bunny 12.21.17
Home for the Holidays — Ellen 12.7.17
Special Needs Kittens Dedham 12.5.17
Woburn Raccoon Head in Jar 11.16.17
ACO of the year 2017 press release
Florida Emergency Cat Transport 9.14.17
Florida Kitten Transport 8.29.17
ARL Bristol County Hoarding Case 8.23.17
ARL Central Mass Hoarding Case 8.16.17
State Trooper Recognition Handout 7.20.17
Memorial Day Travel Tips 5.23.17
Northeastern Duck Rescue 5.15.17
Animal Cruelty Awareness Week 4.18.17
Brewster Puppy Transport 4.8.17