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Trails 4 Tails: 40 Mile Ultra & Relay

Sunday, September 14, 2025
Come to Codorus State Park for this very special event! All proceeds benefit our Rescue!

New Freedom Fest

Saturday, September 20, 2025 • 10AM-5PM
An old-time “festival of small town life”. It includes music, arts and crafts, animals, food, games, an art tent with pumpkin painting, and much, much more

Doggie Trunk or Treat

Sunday, October 19, 2025 • 12PM-3PM
Join us for some spooky fun at the Marge Goodfellow Park!

Pet Photos with Santa & The Grinch

Saturday, December 6 & Sunday, December 7, 2025 • 11AM-3PM
Get pet photos with Santa and the Grinch – it’s become an annual tradition!

Find your next best friend.

Saving Animals Since 1976

A Sanctuary for Life

Animal Rescue, Inc. was founded when Grace Froelich was given the option to move from her apartment or give up her beloved cat. Grace chose her cat and purchased what’s now nicknamed “The Farm.” The rest is animal rescue history!

Voted best in America…again!

The America’s Best Charities Seal of Excellence is awarded to charitable organizations that meet the highest standards of public accountability, program effectiveness, and cost effectiveness. Applicant charities must provide evidence of their program activities and demonstrate the benefit of their services.