Some programs begin with data. Others begin with love. The Gloria Gene Moore Spay & Neuter Initiative was born from gratitude, shaped by lived experience, and grounded in a simple truth: when veterinary care is accessible, entire communities benefit. For one longtime supporter of Palm Valley Animal Society , this initiative represents more than a donation or a milestone. It’s a way to honor a dog who changed everything — and a family story that continues to echo through the lives of pets and...

EDINBURG, TEXAS (November 7, 2025) — Palm Valley Animal Society has announced the launch of its first-ever public low-cost spay and neuter clinic. This initiative marks a significant step toward addressing the ongoing pet overpopulation crisis in the Rio Grande Valley. Each year, Palm Valley Animal Society cares for over 7,000 animals across Hidalgo County. Nearly 3,000 of these pets receive spay or neuter surgeries in-house before adoption. However, the lack of affordable options for owned...

Palm Valley Animal Society has taken in approximately 54 dogs from a recent hoarding case—at the same time we are preparing to close our...