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RAL is looking for a new Adoption Coordinator, one of the most visible employees of the organization. more info

More than 200 people called RAL about the dog after seeing her photo with a November 19 Richmond Times-Dispatch story about pets affected by the economy. more

Richmond Animal League (RAL) held its Best In Show Grand Finale at Toad’s Place - the culmination of a nine week fundraising competition among 6 community members. The evening consisted of a silent auction, cocktails, dinner and a band. Lorie Roberts of Midlothian became RAL’s first “Best In Show” after raising over $23,000 – the most by any single candidate. Mrs. Roberts works at W. Baxter Perkinson, Jr., D.D.S. and Associates, Ltd. read more

Family pets are feeling the bite of the nation's financial crisis. An increasing number of animals have been abandoned or given up for adoption by people who've lost jobs or homes, according to animal-rescue groups. more

Come celebrate the fundraising efforts of the Richmond Animal League’s Best In Show candidates invitation | more info

This year, on October 25-26, Ring Dog Rescue is bringing National Pit Bull Awareness Day to Richmond and is encouraging the public to come out and help celebrate these wonderful dogs. Multiple events are being held around the city to try and help people see these dogs in the positive light they deserve. more info

Download our Newsletter for September/October 2008 here

RAL has been awarded $4,016.00 for the Ukrop's Golden Gift program - the third highest award given! Special thanks to all volunteers and community members who turned in their Golden Gift certificated to benefit RAL. This money is an amazing gift to continue to support the very important work we do. Thanks everyone.

RAL held a Best In Show Kickoff Party at Texas de Brazil. With the RAL Board of Directors, staff and community supporters present, the 2008 Best In Show fundraising candidates were introduced. story | more info

Hurricane Katrina was the costliest and one of the five deadliest hurricanes in the history of the United States. RAL Staff and volunteers set out to rescue several of those animals and bring them back to their facility where they could receive proper medical care and attention. more