We are the world's largest no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization.
Take Us Home
Every year, an estimated 2,000,000 homeless pets are euthanized. Our goal: a no-kill world where all homeless pets find loving homes.
Our Mission
Our Impact
A pioneer of the no-kill movement, North Shore Animal League America continues to lead the way with the development of national and international programs that increase adoptions and raise awareness about the plight of homeless animals.
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Animals Saved
Since 1944, more than 1.1 million animal lives saved.
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Exams Performed
In a single year, our medical staff performed 43,000 exams and vaccinated 47,000 animals.
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Pets Adopted
Each year we find homes for nearly 10,000 pets from our Adoption Center in NY, and facilitate over 50,000 adoptions around the country working with our network of over 2,000 shelter partners.
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Schools, Libraries, andAfter-School Programs
Reaching students, advancing and enhancing learning.
Something to Bark About
Register now for Americana Manhasset’s Champions for Charity® Holiday Shopping Benefit Thursday, December 1, 2022 through Saturday, December 3, 2022. Learn how you can be a part of this festive shopping event and how 25% of your purchases can help save more animals' lives.*
Give a gift that saves lives this holiday season with our Holiday Gift Catalog. Each gift donation provides lifesaving treatment or simple creature comforts for the animals in our care. You can even send or download a personalized eCard.
On November 4, as I handed Lolavie to her smiling new parents, I thought about the beautiful trust she and I had built together during her time with me. And though I am thrilled for Lolavie, my joy is tinged with deep sadness and constant worry. Our Yoda has cancer, and Howard and I are devastated.
Our silent auction has something for everyone, including one-of-a-kind experiences, as well as unique gift items for the animal lover in your life. All proceeds go to helping save the lives of homeless dogs, cats, puppies and kittens who need you NOW! The auction ends 5:00 PM EST on November 30, so get your winning bid in today!
Join Animal League America's Volunteer, Foster Parent, National Spokesperson, and Board Member Beth Stern and our rescued and adopted dogs, cats, puppies and kittens and make 2023, and every year, the best ever for homeless animals as they journey toward their loving futures.
The holiday season is just around the corner, and we've made it easier to enjoy these special moments. Save time from holiday shopping with these unique gift ideas that can help save animals’ lives.
North Shore Animal League America supporters joined us in-person and virtually from across the country for our very first hybrid Celebration of Rescue. On November 16, the Royalton Park Avenue penthouse was filled with adorable puppies and the positive energy from all our attendees.
The enticing aroma of a Thanksgiving dinner cooking would make anyone want to sneak a taste, even our pets. But many of the things we enjoy on this festive occasion are not always good for dogs and cats. Here are some helpful tips to identify what foods you can safely share with your pet and foods you should be sure to avoid.
An adorable puppy or kitten can certainly put a smile on your face, but a dog or cat in its golden years can do the same thing, while also making the pet parenting process much easier. November is National Adopt-A-Senior Month and the perfect time to learn the benefits of bringing an adult or senior pet into your home.
Happy Tails
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Share your story on social media using #GetYourRescueOn or on our Family Album!