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People Rescuing Animals ... Animals Rescuing People.®
Tony La Russa's Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) is an award-winning, nationally recognized leader for its unique mission of People Rescuing Animals … Animals Rescuing People®.
People Rescuing Animals ... Animals Rescuing People®.
The catalyst for ARF came on May 7, 1990 at a televised baseball game.
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Protects one animal from disease with vaccinations
Feeds one shelter guest for their entire stay
Brings comfort to people in need with one Pet Hug Pack visit
Provides supplies for the complete care of one shelter guest from rescue to adoption
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Prevents more unwanted litters by spaying or neutering one dog
Teaches public school children compassion for animals with one day of ARF All Stars® humane education
Provides complete medical care for one shelter guest from rescue to adoption
Covers one week of transportation cost (gas, maintenance, and insurance) to rescue animals from public shelters
One month supply of specially prescribed food for shelter animals
One month supply of protective clothing for staff to ensure proper handling for infectious diseases
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2890 Mitchell Dr
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 256-1273
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Tax ID 68-0240341
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