Adopt a Pet, Save A Life

Search our available pets and begin one of the most rewarding journeys of your life. Don’t see what you are looking for? Give us a call or stop by our Port Washington, NY Adoption Center where new pets in need arrive every day. You can also fill out our Adopter Breed Request Form or Feline Questionnaire to let us know what you’re looking for in your new best friend.

Nutrish^™ is the official feeding sponsor of North Shore Animal League America.

Visit our Port Washington, NY Adoption Center

The Alex and Elisabeth Lewyt Canine Adoption Center and Bianca’s Furry Friends Feline Adoption Center are open from 10:00am to 6:00pm Wednesday through Sunday. We are closed Monday and Tuesday, unless otherwise noted.

Weather Advisory

A snowstorm is forecast to affect Long Island on Sunday, January 26, 2026. As a result, our Adoption Center will be closed to the public. Our dedicated staff and volunteers will continue to care for our animals throughout the storm. For more information, please call 516-883-7900. Thank you for your understanding. Stay safe.

— Get Pre-Approved for Adoption —

You can get pre-approved for adoption before you visit us! We will be accepting 5 applicants per day. Once an application is submitted, our Adoption Counselors will reach out to each applicant to continue the process. Save time in line and get pre-approved now!

GET PRE-APPROVED NOW

Search Results

There are no pets matching your criteria.

To locate a pet within your area, please visit one of our partner shelters below,
or find a pet on Petfinder.com.

We’re sorry. At this time we do not have any pets on our web site matching your search criteria. However, new pets are arriving every day. Please try your search again or give us a call at 516-883-7575 and we can help!

We’re sorry. At this time we do not have any pets on our web site matching your search criteria. However, new pets are arriving every day. Please try your search again or give us a call and we can help!

Pet Adoption Tips

When you make your choice, we want it to be the right one for you. Visit our blog where you can get tips on how to complete a successful adoption.

Pet Adoption Services

Learn about our adoption services to make the process easy and smooth for both the pet and adopter.

Seniors for Seniors^®

Regardless of our age, pets bring us joy, love, and companionship.

Adoption Events

Our mobile adoption units may be rolling into your town. Search for an adoption event near you.

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Nutrish™ is the official feeding sponsor of North Shore Animal League America.