Animal Rescue Rhode Island – Making spirits bright year-round for our best friends…

Photo: Zena, a Magical Moments rescue

Animal Rescue Rhode Island (ARRI) is dedicated to rescuing companion animals in need and to the humane welfare of homeless animals.  They exist as a model rescue organization focused on achieving compassionate and responsible care for all companion animals through programming, education, and forward-thinking for animal welfare. 

Because of the community’s support ARRI create Magical Moments every day.  At ARRI dogs race joyfully around the play yards, while the cats laze in the sun and watch the birds, and their every need is met while they wait for loving homes. “In 2022, 600 pets’ lives will have been saved through ARRI’s programs! – and we can’t wait to see what 2023 brings”, said Doug Rubinstein, Board Chair.

A homeless dog, Zena was at risk of euthanasia in a southern shelter because they did not have the time, space, or manpower to work with her. Earlier she had escaped from them and spent 2 weeks roaming a wooded area, surviving on scraps. She was alone through the fourth of July fireworks and numerous thunderstorms. After hearing her story, ARRI transferred her to their facility, and then placed her in a foster home to rebuild her confidence.

Zena was quickly adopted into a loving home, and her new family says they are overjoyed, reporting that and “Zena is doing Amazing! She is a love bug, a HUGE bed hog, and has a hilarious personality.”

With continued support from the community, ARRI’s Magical Moments for pets will go strong into 2023. Gifts to ARRI’s Whisker Wonderland campaign will bring hope to homeless animals and support the pets at ARRI with food, training, veterinary care, and so much more.  

ARRI is committed to helping pets find loving homes, and community support allows ARRI to continue to rescue and care for even more animals.  “Gifts to the campaign will enrich the lives of more families and directly benefit homeless animals with life-saving care.” said executive director Liz Skrobisch.

As the calendar year comes to a close, a year-end gift would be a great joy to the shelter. Your gifts and pledges help to sustain and grow the organization in 2023. Click here to learn more https://www.animalrescueri.org/whisker-wonderland-2022