Alicia Silverstone Instagram – A heartfelt thank you to our friend Alicia Silverstone 💛 Actress, author, and lifelong animal advocate, Alicia has shown us what true compassion looks like.
In December, a pregnant mama dog was just 24 hours away from being euthanized in an overcrowded shelter when Alicia helped bring urgent attention to her situation. With time running out, Helen Woodward Animal Center stepped in, making a determined rescue trip that changed everything. As our team was making the trip up north to rescue her, the mama dog, lovingly named Noel, gave birth to fourteen puppies, but only twelve of them made it, each one a true holiday miracle.
Recently, Alicia visited the Center to check in on Noel and the puppies she helped save, seeing firsthand how far they’ve come. The visit turned into something even more special when Alicia fell in love all over again and opened her home to four of the puppies, to foster them as they continue their journey toward forever families.
Alicia’s commitment to animals in need goes far beyond a single rescue. Her continued advocacy helps bring attention to the countless pregnant dogs and vulnerable litters who urgently need help, and reminds us what’s possible when compassion meets action.
“We have been fortunate to meet some amazing and dazzlingly famous people at the Center, but very rarely do we meet one whose heart so sincerely belongs to the animals. Alicia Silverstone is one of those rare people who truly wants to help and make a difference,” said Jessica Gercke, Public Relations Director at the Center.
We are deeply grateful to Alicia for standing up for the voiceless and for being part of Noel and her puppies’ incredible rescue story. Because of her, more lives were saved, and more happy endings are just beginning 🐾
Starting this weekend some of these amazing puppies will be available for adoption! Visit animalcenter.org/pet-adoption/adoptable-dogs/ for the most up to date list of available pets! 🐶 | Posted on 20/Feb/2026 22:50:40
