animal protection society
nounUK /ˈæn.ɪ.məl prəˈtek.ʃən səˈsaɪ.ə.ti/
US /ˈæn.ə.məl prəˈtek.ʃən səˈsaɪ.ə.ti/
A group of people who help keep animals safe and cared for.
The animal protection society found a new home for the lost puppy.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A local branch or charity that runs shelters and rehoming programs for pets.
She volunteers at the animal protection society every weekend.
3. An organization that campaigns for laws to stop animal cruelty.
The animal protection society urged the city to ban puppy mills.
4. A group that rescues and rehabilitates injured or abandoned wildlife.
The animal protection society nursed the injured owl back to health.