Paws and Claws in Berks

04/24/2026

Life has been pretty busy, so I have only posted on my own page. & For the first time in a long time, we have no fosters as we prepare to welcome a baby.

But since it is full swing kitten season, a few reminders are needed:

-If you find a kitten - never give cow milk. Only KMR and never when kitten is cold or they will die.

-Kitten needs to stay warm. A heating pad on low or some hot water bottles in fuzzy socks work (about 3hrs on those).

-Always look for momma because is best chance at survival.

-Do not mix litters! "Oh I have a momma cat who can help..." No! You risk killing everyone by spreading disease. Anyone who offers isn't experienced enough to truly help you.

-KittenLady.org is accessible, free, and invaluable as a resource to help you beyond those basics if you must try it on your own.

01/15/2026

I dont have the mental bandwidth to update our list right now of who contracts with who but here is ARL's list for 2026.

We’re pleased to share the municipalities that have partnered with the Animal Rescue League of Berks County for animal control services in 2026. Through these agreements, professional, humane animal control coverage will continue to support community safety and animal welfare across several Berks County communities.

Full-Service Contracted Municipalities:
• City of Reading
• Upper Bern Township
• Wyomissing Borough

Fee-For-Service Limited Agreements:
• Amity Township
• Bechtelsville Borough
• Bern Township
• Boyertown Borough
• Caernarvon Township
• Colebrookedale Township
• Union Township
• West Reading
• (Additional municipalities pending)

These contracts and agreements help ensure local residents have access to trained animal control and humane law enforcement services, tailored to the level of coverage each municipality has chosen to provide for its community. Thank you to our municipal partners for their commitment to public safety and compassionate animal care.

For further details on animal control contracts, visit our website at https://berksarl.org/animal-control-service-areas/