Blind shelter puppy searches for a soulmate
Close your eyes and picture for a moment, the stark contrast between darkness and light experienced by an abandoned animal. A 3-month-old puppy finds himself dumped at a shelter. But... The post...
View ArticleMother cat perseveres until her kittens can be rescued
“No language can express the power, and beauty, and heroism, and majesty of a mother’s love.” – Edwin Hubbell Chapin When a mother cat is brought to Palmetto Animal League... The post...
View ArticleFatherly cat watches after homeless kittens at shelter
Fathers have a great impact on the next generation. At Palmetto Animal League, our “cat dads” are no exception. Every now and then we rescue a big, male cat whose... The post <strong>Fatherly cat...
View ArticleThere’s something new in store for customers at PAL Thrift
Bluffton is known for great shopping, including outlet malls and lots of charming, locally owned boutiques. Nestled among the many businesses in Sheridan Park, locals and tourists alike have...
View Article“Silver Paw Seniors” long to find their final… forever home.
As the oldest pet at the Palmetto Animal League Adoption Center, 18-year-old Henrietta has a story to tell. And that story is undeniably intertwined with her lifelong housemate and devoted... The post...
View ArticleAn old soul brings new joy to one Lowcountry couple
Every homeless pet at Palmetto Animal League longs for a home, but none so much as our Silver Paw Seniors. The shelter environment can be especially difficult for older pets.... The post...
View ArticleTurn Your Love of Animals into a Career
I have loved animals my entire life, and before becoming the President of Palmetto Animal League (PAL), I volunteered for animal organizations whenever possible. During my time as a private... The post...
View ArticleThere are Kittens in Baseball!
It’s the bottom of the 9th and the Bluffton High Bobcats are looking to pull out a win. Cheering them on are the Frye family and their two foster kittens.... The post There are Kittens in Baseball!...
View ArticleShelter dog finds his calling at college!
Some people come to Palmetto Animal League and visit all our adoptable pets before finding their next great love. But, for one USCB student, destiny played a pivotal role. “I... The post Shelter dog...
View ArticleHomeless dog goes from discarded to dearly loved
At just a year old, Alduin found himself abandoned, forced to face the elements alone in a vast and rural area. He was a sad sight with relentless parasites marring... The post Homeless dog goes from...
View ArticleDiamond Blog
Diamond is a gentle soul who came to Palmetto Animal League broken in body, but far from defeated. Because of caring people like you, PAL kept Diamond from slipping through... The post Diamond Blog...
View ArticleBeaufort family finds both beauty and benefits in volunteering with shelter pets
“Time Spent with Cats is Never Wasted” – Sigmund Freud The sentiment behind this popular quote has become a way of life for one Beaufort family. Cassie Dunn and her... The post Beaufort family finds...
View ArticleHunky cat turns heads at PAL Adoption Center
Last year, Patrick Dempsey was crowned People Magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive, and now in 2024, we’d like to introduce… the Patrick Dempsey of Palmetto Animal League! Lobos is a stunningly... The post...
View ArticleAn unlikely couple captures hearts at local animal shelter
Many pets come to Palmetto Animal League having suffered tremendous heartbreak. It’s our job, and our greatest honor, to help them mend and start a new life filled with joy.... The post An unlikely...
View ArticleVolunteer goes above and beyond to make sure homeless pets feel loved
Every so often in life, you encounter a person whose warmth and sincerity can light up a room. Palmetto Animal League volunteer Suzette Meyers is that kind of person. “Suzette... The post Volunteer...
View ArticleAbandoned dog never takes life for granted
Imagine for a moment losing the only home you’ve ever known and finding yourself at an unfamiliar shelter surrounded by strangers. This frightening situation became reality for a dog named... The post...
View ArticleFatherly cat comforts newcomers at local animal shelter
“A father doesn’t tell you that he loves you. He shows you.” – Dimitri the Stoneheart Father’s Day at Palmetto Animal League reminds us to pause and appreciate the “cat... The post Fatherly cat...
View ArticleGreat Things in Store!
Many people consider volunteering at their local animal shelter but hesitate because they’ll want to bring home all the animals. PAL Thrift volunteer Ginnie Magee understands this feeling all too......
View ArticleVirtual healthcare isn’t just for humans anymore
As a private, non-profit, no kill animal rescue organization, Palmetto Animal League (PAL) is fiercely dedicated not only to saving animals, but also to preventing animal homelessness in the first......
View ArticleA boutique thrifting experience in the heart of Bluffton
Bluffton is known for great shopping, including outlet malls and quaint boutiques. Nestled among the many shops in Sheridan Center, locals and tourists alike have discovered a hidden gem where... The...
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