Imagine arriving home after a long day. You put your car in park and head toward your front door when you suddenly hear a noise and see a silhouette of…
2020 Animal Hero
The first thing you will notice about this handsome boy is how he walks. Some describe it as wobbly, funky, or floppy but his unique approach to moving through life…
2020 Service to the Community
2020 Service to the Community Hero Cora Everyday, first responders put their lives on the line to keep us safe. They truly are heroes, but sometimes even the bravest among…
2020 Human Hero
Leap Into Life-Saving, HERO 2020 Tickets On Sale Now! 2020 Human Hero Emilee Spear It takes courage to fulfill your true calling in life and this year’s 2020 Human HERO…
17th Annual HERO Awards Nomination Packet
Hero Award: To recognize and honor the impact animals have on our lives through truly heroic efforts of service or personal survival. These animals may have acted to save the…
Petco Foundation Invests in Lifesaving Work of The Arizona Pet Project
Grant of $10,000 will extend efforts to save more animal lives in Maricopa County
Introducing the Compassion Crew
The Arizona Pet Project's mission of supporting families and saving pets is what sparked the creation of the Compassion Crew because we know, like us, you believe in treating pets with…
AZPP Partners with One Love Pit Bull Foundation
On April 17th, The Arizona Pet Project held our first clinic in partnership with our friends, One Love Pit Bull Foundation. One Love kicked off their newest program, #TagMeHome where they will…
Executive Director Invited to Speak at Best Friends Regional Summit
The Arizona Pet Project's Executive Director, Leanna Taylor, was invited to present at the Best Friends Animal Society Mountain West Region Summit in Salt Lake City, Utah. Yesterday, she spoke about our…
The Arizona Pet Project Teams Up with MODE Apartments
The Arizona Pet Project is so excited to announce our collaboration with MODE Apartments! MODE offers residents and neighboring communities the best of all worlds. Their pet friendly properties meet at…
2018 Impact by the Numbers
Dear Friends, Last year you positively impacted more than 4,000 pets and families in our community. Check out the statistics below this letter to see all of the incredible ways…
Phoenix Dog Magazine Features The Arizona Pet Project
We are thrilled to share Phoenix Dog Magazine selected The Arizona Pet Project as the cover story for their November/December issue! Read about how you, our generous supporters, made a…
The Arizona Pet Project Awarded Innovation Grant
We are excited to share The Arizona Pet Project has received an Innovation Grant from Maddie's Fund®, a national family foundation established by Dave and Cheryl Duffield to revolutionize the…
Senior Citizens Supported Through Shelter Intervention
Did you know a substantial demographic we serve through our Shelter Intervention program are senior citizens in our community? It may be surprising to think of your grandparent, or maybe…
The Arizona Pet Project and SniffAZ Join Forces
Valley Nonprofits Combine to Help More Arizona Pets & Families (Phoenix, AZ – July 10, 2018) – The Arizona Pet Project and SniffAZ, two Arizona not-for-profits dedicated to helping Arizona…
AZPP Team Member Celebrates 4 Years!
Happy 4-year anniversary with The Arizona Pet Project to our incredible Spay/Neuter & Community Engagement Coordinator, Michele! Michele is responsible for community engagement, event planning and volunteer coordination, along with…
Pets in Need Wine Indeed Success!
On June 2nd, The Arizona Pet Project held our Pets in Need Wine Indeed fundraiser hosted by Uncorked Wine Lounge & Eatery in Scottsdale. We had an amazing turnout and…
Leanna Taylor Receives Phoenix Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 Award
The Arizona Pet Project’s Executive Director, Leanna Taylor, was named one of Phoenix’s top young business leaders as part of the annual 40 Under 40 awards. Each year, the Phoenix…
2018 HERO Award Winners Featured in Phx Dog Magazine
The Arizona Pet Project honors local human and pet heroes each year at our annual HERO Awards. Recently, Phoenix Dog Magazine highlighted this year's recipients in the May/June issue. The…
A True Example of Volunteer Spirit!
Nancey Brooks was recently recognized by her employer SRP and was chosen to receive the SRP Presidents' Volunteer Spirit Award. Last year, Nancey logged 1,600 volunteer hours and she is on…
KPNX 12 News Highlights Life-saving Hero Cat, Cuffie!
Read more about the 2018 HERO Awards here.
12 Today Shares History Making K9 Officer Fozzie
Our 2018 HERO Awards Over the Rainbow Bridge recipient was the nation's first crisis response canine, Fozzie.
Nominate a HERO!
Do You Know a HERO? Nominate a HERO Pet for the 15th Annual HERO Awards! Every year, The Arizona Pet Project invites YOU, our generous supporters, to gather for a…
SNIFF 2017 Early Bird Pricing
Last week to get your tickets for SNIFF 2017, benefiting The Arizona Pet Project, at the early bird pricing! Adoptable dogs, appetizers & tastings, amazing auction items, and 100% of…
Theresa Hernandez Follow-Up
Update Theresa Hernandez's story was shared with you all on our blog. Your generous response and commitment to supporting families and saving pets have made all the difference for these sweet souls!…
Strut Your Mutt
Get excited, Phoenix, because Strut Your Mutt is no ordinary dog walking event. This fundraising festival includes interactive games and activities for you, your dog and your whole family! Register…
Hazel & T.I.
Oftentimes, people surrender their pet due to a lack of financial resources. Many owners love and want to keep their pet, but simply don't have access to the help they…
Latoya’s Family
Nobody wants to give up a pet. That’s why we provide affordable care to Arizona families in need, like Latoya’s. Her dogs, Mega and Chino, are the 100th and 101st…
Dr. Kelly’s Mobile Vet
Example of things that make us do the happy dance: Receiving a photo from one of our partners of their new Spay Neuter Mobile Clinic, which will expand our capacity…
Strut Your Mutt – Team Friends
Get excited, Phoenix, because Strut Your Mutt is no ordinary dog walking event. This fundraising festival includes interactive games and activities for you, your dog and your whole family! Register…
Cora and Her Pet Parents
Cora, was abandoned by her owners when they moved out of their apartment and left her behind. Luckily for her, caring neighbors took her in and decided she would live…
Alicia and Little Boy
We met Alicia and Little Boy at a spay/neuter clinic last week. The day prior, Alicia's car broke down and she worried they were going to miss their appointment. Together…