They look like a biker gang, yet instead of seeking trouble, they pursue people who harm animals.
In New York, Rescue Ink brought together tattooed bikers, veterans, former police officers, lawyers, and bodybuilders around a single purpose: protect animals that cannot protect themselves.
Their imposing appearance worked in their favor. The group confronted suspected animal abusers in person, helped dismantle dogfighting rings, rescued neglected pets, and assisted in locating stolen animals.
At their height, Rescue Ink handled large volumes of abuse reports and cooperated with authorities whenever possible. Over the years the group aided animals of many kinds, including dogs, cats, horses, pigs, reptiles, and other neglected creatures.
Their efforts grew so well known that Rescue Ink eventually received its own National Geographic reality series, introducing their distinctive style of animal rescue to viewers around the world.