Barktoberfest Is Back! Join Us for A Day of Dogs, Community & A Cause That Matters
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 17! Hill Country Animal League’s 6th Annual Barktoberfest is returning to Boerne Main Plaza for a full day of four-legged fun, local flavor, and community, all in support of pets and families throughout the Texas Hill Country. From 10 a
What We Do (and Don’t Do) at Hill Country Animal League
One of the most common questions we receive is, “What services does Hill Country Animal League provide?” Hill Country Animal League (HCAL) is a nonprofit organization that specializes in affordable, high quality spay/neuter surgeries and wellness care for dogs and cat
How Much Does Spay or Neuter Cost? A Complete Breakdown for Pet Owners
If you’re considering having your pet spayed or neutered, one of the first questions you probably have is, “How much will it cost?” The answer depends on several factors, including your pet’s species, size, age, health, and where you live. The good news is
What You Made Possible in 2025 – Our Impact Story
Hill Country Animal League Releases Its 2025 Impact Report Some impact is loud. Some impact is steady. And then there’s the kind of impact that quietly reshapes an entire community. Hill Country Animal League is proud to share our 2025 Impact Report and Community Infographic, a
Texas in Crisis: Why Our State Holds the Key to a No-Kill Future
Every pet deserves a chance. At Hill Country Animal League, we work every day to make sure that chance isn’t just a hope, it’s a reality. But in Texas, the odds are still heartbreakingly steep. According to recent data, Texas ranks among the top five states where the highest
How Pets Make You Fitter, Calmer, and Happier
At Hill Country Animal League, we’ve always believed in the magic of the human-animal bond. But did you know that bond might also be one of your most powerful wellness tools? As we begin a new year of caring for animals and connecting them with loving families, we’re also cel
Happy Holidays & Heartfelt Thanks from HCAL
As 2025 comes to a close, all of us at Hill Country Animal League want to pause for a moment to reflect, to give thanks, and to share a warm holiday greeting with the incredible community that makes our mission possible. This year, you helped change thousands of lives. Because of
Santa Paws Invite: Pick a Gift. Help a Pet.
Introducing the Santa Paws Wishlist from Hill Country Animal League This holiday season, give a gift that truly matters; not just to someone you love, but to a pet in need! The Santa Paws Wishlist is Hill Country Animal League’s first-ever holiday gift list where each “gift
This Giving Tuesday, Shop with Purpose at HCAL Thrift Store
Today, on Giving Tuesday, we’re reminded of the many ways we can support the causes we care about. At Hill Country Animal League, we believe that giving back doesn’t always have to mean writing a check, it can be as simple (and fun!) as shopping with purpose. Shop to Give
How Your Closet Clean-Out Protects Local Pets
Your Gently Used Thrift Store Donations Help Fund Life-Saving Veterinary Services As we kick off the year-end season of giving, there’s more than one way to support causes you care about. At Hill Country Animal League, we invite you to think beyond cash gifts because your gentl