Welcome to Animal Lovers United! The goal of our site is to encourage curiosity and compassion for animals of all types. Whether a dog, cat, spider or elephant, all animals are amazing and beautiful in their own way and deserve our respect. We strive to provide knowledge and resources to those who want to help fight against animal cruelty.

To get started with the site, you can read our full story here or use the navigation tabs above! We suggest starting at the learning center if you're in the mood for fun!

Be sure to "Like" us on Facebook to be a part of our active community! You wouldn't believe how much a simple share can do for an animal in need! We cross post animals in need, petitions, useful information for pet owners and of course, adorable animals photos! Come join in the fight against animal cruelty!

Animal Lovers United, once known as Spirit Animal Advocacy, was named in honor of Spirit (see photo at right), a pup who suffered greatly at the Wythe County Dog Shelter. She had a broken bone protruding through a wound on her leg with no veterinary care. She was left alone with other dogs for 12 hours, no food or water, during a power outage.

  Luckily, she was rescued by wonderful animal advocates and ended up in a loving forever home!  After a long battle with Wythe County officials concerning the horrible and unethical treatment of our shelter pets, many positive changes have been made for the good of our local animals. Read our story in our blog!