All timeline stories.
Spearheading the Spay/Neuter Movement
Introduces SpayUSA®, the first and largest nationwide network providing referral and information about affordable spay/neuter services.
A New Leader Emerges
J. John Stevenson becomes President.
Networking to Save Lives
Launches The Pet Savers® Foundation with a revolutionary cooperative advertising program supporting local advertising and providing advertising grants for small shelters to encourage adoptions. First such ad campaign in the country.
Our Campus Grows
Celebrates grand opening of new Adoption Center and Alex Lewyt Veterinary Medical Center.
A Passing of the Torch
Alex Lewyt dies. Elisabeth Lewyt is named Chairperson of the Board of Directors, a position she holds until her death.
Faithful Volunteers Spark a Movement
Elisabeth Lewyt’s Pound Rescue Team grows from one volunteer to dozens, saving thousands of animals from municipal shelters.
Puppies Make Everyone Smile
Launches Shelter Pet Outreach Program (SPOT). Volunteers and associates visit nursing homes, senior citizen centers, and other sites where therapy dogs and cats bring joy and comfort to residents.
Broadening Our Reach
Humanely relocates animals from the ASPCA in New York City and other municipal shelters on Long Island to the safety of its no-kill shelter.
The Birth of Compassionate Care
Establishes small medical center on the premises.
Life Saving Movement Begins
Elisabeth Lewyt begins driving her “Love-A-Pet” van from pound to pound to rescue pets, paying $12 a piece for each dog the pounds will release.