NEW YORK CITY,‌ NY — ariana Madix, renowned for her role on “Vanderpump ​Rules” and as a television host, is collaborating with the ⁤American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty‍ to Animals (ASPCA) to launch a ⁣nationwide effort encouraging individuals to adopt pets from shelters during this critical time when many ⁢facilities are facing severe overcrowding.

The initiative is named The Rescue Effect and emphasizes that adopting just one pet can create meaningful positive changes by freeing up space and resources within ‌shelters for​ other animals in need.

Madix⁣ will ⁣actively promote ⁣this campaign ‌through her social media channels and those of the ASPCA until October. She is not only known for her television appearances but also for her ⁤Broadway stint in ‍“Chicago” and hosting duties on Peacock’s “Love Island USA.”

“When you visit a shelter, you’ll see‍ countless gorgeous‌ animals just waiting for their second chance,” said Madix ⁣in an official statement. “Choosing⁣ to ​adopt even one⁤ pet creates‌ a ripple effect—not ⁢just benefiting that animal but also giving others better chances of finding loving‌ homes.”

According to ⁣recent statistics from the ASPCA,​ nearly six million dogs and cats entered U.S. ⁣shelters last year alone. With⁢ limited resources available and many animals remaining longer before being adopted due⁤ to⁣ various challenges—medical or behavioral—shelters are striving hard to find homes for these pets.

A passionate advocate for animal rescue herself, Madix has adopted several pets over time; ​among them are Kitty—a senior ⁢cat she rescued in new York City—and Mya Moon—a pit bull mix​ she brought into her home during the ⁣pandemic.

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“We are⁤ thrilled that Ariana Madix has partnered with ⁣us on⁢ The Rescue Effect campaign,” stated Christa ⁤Chadwick, vice president⁣ of shelter services at ASPCA. “Her influence can​ considerably raise awareness about how vital shelters and rescue organizations are in⁤ saving lives—and how each adoption leaves an enduring impact.”

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the campaign involves over 550 participating shelters across the nation and will continue through Adopt a Shelter Dog Month ⁢this October. Additionally,‍ the ASPCA plans to distribute $2 million in⁢ grants among more than 100 shelters aimed at covering adoption fees as well as operational expenses.

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Similar advocacy efforts can be seen through Lisa‍ vanderpump’s​ work; she is also an outspoken supporter of animal‍ welfare through her organization—the Vanderpump Dogs ‌Foundation—which focuses on preventing dog abuse while promoting adoptions.

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<Visit the⁢ ASPCA’s websitefor more facts about The Rescue Effect campaign.
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