Fix-a-Bull

We strive to help our local dogs live longer and healthier lives.  By providing spay/neuters, we believe we are making an impact in your dogs lives and yours too. 

In 2009, member groups of the Animal Alliance of WNY started discussing the need for a spay/neuter program specifically targeted toward bully breed dogs.  The overabundance of dogs labeled Pit Bull type dogs, American Bulldogs, Am Staffs, Rottweilers and Mastiff's made up the bulk of dogs destroyed in shelters.  In the local city shelter it was not unusual to see several litters of 8 or 9 puppies in the kennels or in foster care.  Research found that many of these litters were "oops" litters because of owners that could not afford to have their bully breed dog altered but didn't qualify for programs that target low income families because they were not on NY State benefit programs.  Many wanted to get their dog altered, but just couldn't afford the large lump sum that was necessary for sterilization surgery.  Many of these people took these dogs in from neighbors who weren't taking care of the dog, or found it as a stray and didn't want to take it to a shelter where it's chances were only 50% of making it to the adoption floor, so they kept the dog.  Our goal is to support responsible owners that try hard to give the best possible life to their bully breed dog with a little help. 

The program is administered by members of various groups, including Pets Alive WNY and Pound Hounds & Friends, Inc.  Each year we hold one fundraising event, Rock-a-Bully, to raise money for the program.