We’re open, but with a few pandemic precautions.
Welcome to the
Portage APL
Animal Protective League
Helping animals get another chance at life.
Welcome to the
Portage APL
Animal Protective League
Helping animals get another chance at life.
Through your generous donations, you can be part of the important and valuable work the Portage APL does every day for the animals in Portage County. Give today!
APL News
Register Today for the Barktoberfest!
Run or Walk today to register for Barktoberfest 5K and 1 mile and support the Portage Animal Protection League! Barktoberfest is Saturday, October 4, 2025 at Rootstown...
Make Your Reservations for Paws to Taste!
We hope you'll join us on November 16, 2024 at our annual Paws to Taste wine / beer tasting fundraiser. You'll have a fantastic time eating yummy hors d' oeuvres,...
Barktober 5k Registration is OPEN!
We hope you'll join us for another fun filled day at the Barktober 5K run and 1 Mile walk on Oct. 12th! Click here for all the details Features of the Day...
Adopt
Find your furever friend at the APL. View our dogs and cats available for adoption – and apply today!
Events
We host a variety of engaging and fun annual events throughout the year to raise funds for the APL.
About
We are a limited access, no time limit shelter. We keep animals as long as it takes to find them loving homes.
Spay & Neuter
Get your cat spayed or neutered through MASH at the APL. Find information about other area clinics.
NEW!
We are now offering our very own Portage APL branded merchandise! A portion of each purchase benefits the animals of the APL. Shop today!