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April 18, 2024April 18, 2024

Staff Spotlight: Rachel

Staff Spotlight: Rachel
By Jose Delgado RiveraIn Blog, Staff Spotlight

Name:  RachelPosition: Humane Society Police Officer What you were doing before you came to ARL:  I have worked in multiple animal...

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March 15, 2024March 15, 2024

The Lives We Save – Afghan Hounds

The Lives We Save – Afghan Hounds
By Jose Delgado RiveraIn Blog, Stories, Uncategorized

Kamisha, Farah, Aristotle, James, Hari, Mama Athena, Cassandra, and Indie are eight of 24 Afghan Hounds that were rescued from...

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March 15, 2024March 18, 2024

Staff Spotlight – Maddy Marker

Staff Spotlight – Maddy Marker
By Jose Delgado RiveraIn Blog, Staff SpotlightTags Staff, Staff Spotlight

Name: Maddy Marker Position: Medical Technician What were you doing before ARL? I worked at a different shelter, where I...

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March 15, 2024March 15, 2024

Leadership Corner – Life-Saving Initiative on Wheels 

Leadership Corner – Life-Saving Initiative on Wheels 
By Jose Delgado RiveraIn Blog, Leadership Corner

If you’ve been to the ARL, you know how fortunate we are to have a beautiful property with several acres...

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February 27, 2024March 7, 2024

Board of Directors Appoints Ashley Mikulsky as CEO

Board of Directors Appoints Ashley Mikulsky as CEO
By Jose Delgado RiveraIn Blog, News, Press Release

The Board of Directors at the Animal Rescue League of Berks County (ARL) announced the official appointment of Ashley Mikulsky...

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February 9, 2024February 9, 2024

Leadership Corner – Expanding lifesaving in Berks through transport partnerships 

Leadership Corner – Expanding lifesaving in Berks through transport partnerships 
By Jose Delgado RiveraIn Blog, Leadership Corner

Throughout the years, and especially in 2023, the ARL has experienced significant overcrowding in our cat, dog, and rabbit populations....

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February 9, 2024February 9, 2024

Staff Spotlight – Autumn Sebastian

Staff Spotlight – Autumn Sebastian
By Jose Delgado RiveraIn Blog, Staff SpotlightTags Staff, Staff Spotlight

Name: Autumn Sebastian Position: Animal Care Lead What you were doing before you came to ARL: Before I came to the ARL,...

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February 9, 2024February 9, 2024

The Lives We Save – Maui

The Lives We Save – Maui
By Jose Delgado RiveraIn Blog, Stories, Uncategorized

Maui, an American Pitbull, cowered in fear and pain at the end of an alleyway in the City of Reading....

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January 9, 2024January 9, 2024

The Best Houseplant Options for Pet Owners

The Best Houseplant Options for Pet Owners
By Jose Delgado RiveraIn Blog, Tips & Advice

By Dylan Sokolovich, Communications Intern Whether you own a curious cat or mischievous dog, they may be tempted to chew...

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January 3, 2024January 9, 2024

Five Easy Steps to Keep Your Pet Safe During the Fierce Winter Season

Five Easy Steps to Keep Your Pet Safe During the Fierce Winter Season
By Jose Delgado RiveraIn Blog, Tips & Advice, Uncategorized

By Dylan Sokolovich, Communications Intern In Berks County, winter means bitter cold air and chilly rain, sleet and snow. If...

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