Animal Welfare Association (AWA), a private, nonprofit organization, operates the oldest and largest low-cost spay/neuter clinic, adoption center, and no-kill animal shelter in South Jersey. Programs include pet adoptions, veterinary services, pet therapy, trap-neuter-return, and humane education for all.

In the last hour of an AWA Camden Pet Care Day, an older woman in a wheelchair arrived with her 13-year-old Akita named Snowball. Snowball had several noticeable health issues, including hair loss and weakness when standing. The woman was unable to visit a veterinarian since she didn't drive and couldn’t transport Snowball on the bus or in a taxi. Due to her limitations, she was giving him human medications to treat his pain and unknowingly was putting his poor health at even greater risk. AWA knew Snowball needed a more extensive examination and arranged to transport him to AWA’s Pet Clinic in Voorhees, N.J. After his exam by one of our vets, we provided Snowball with appropriate medications, vaccinations, and a special shampoo to make him more comfortable.

AWA is grateful to Subaru of America for their generous sponsorship of $6,500 and commend the company for its strong commitment to giving back to the community. This generous financial support changes the lives of pets like Snowball and owners who desperately need assistance. In addition to financial support, Subaru of America employees volunteered more than 225 hours working on various projects at the shelter.

To learn more about the Animal Welfare Association, please visit www.awanj.org.