San Antonio Pets Alive lands $1.5 million to save cats and dogs from euthanasia

Nonprofit group San Antonio Pets Alive (SAPA) has secured a $1.5 million donation from retailer Petco's charitable foundation to save dogs and cats at risk from being euthanized at local shelters. The money provided by Petco Love will help fund SAPA's Paws for Change capital campaign, which aims to set up a homestead animal shelter, sanctuary and rescue location as a lifeline for animals in need, according to officials with the nonprofit. SAPA is looking to raise $6.5 million to fund the project.