We are the world's largest and longest running no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization.
Take Us Home
Every year, an estimated 1,500,000 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, over 1.2 million animal lives have been saved.
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Exams Performed
Exams performed along with 4,232 spay/neuters and 35,363 vaccines administered
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Adoptions Facilitated Globally in 2024
We are a world leader in setting best practices for adoption. In 2024, we facilitated tens of thousands of adoptions working with our network of over 2,000 shelter partners.
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Education organizations using the Mutt-i-grees Curriculum
Reaching students, advancing and enhancing learning.
Something to Bark About
Some of our puppies got the chance to stay up late and strut their stuff on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. They stole the show, and now they’re ready to steal your hearts!
This year marks the solemn 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina’s landfall in August 2005. In the wake of unprecedented destruction across the Gulf Coast, thousands of animals were left stranded, abandoned or in peril, but we answered the call. North Shore Animal League America mounted thirty-six road trips and two unprecedented airlifts, ultimately rescuing 1,327 cats and dogs from impacted areas.
Our full-size 2026 calendar celebrating Saved Tails will be available this fall. Saved Tails celebrates a year of incredible rescued dogs, cats, puppies and kittens who found nurturing, love and a new beginning thanks to North Shore Animal League America’s no-kill mission. Let these inspiring faces remind you every day of the lives saved — and the countless more waiting for their chance.
If you follow my social media, you know that I hate declawing. (Ouch!) Can you imagine taking a trusting kitten like Sam and chopping off his little toes at the first joint? Just thinking about it gives me the shivers. But basically, that is what declawing is. The medical term is onychectomy, but no matter what you call it, it’s inhumane, unnecessary, and just plain cruel.
Register today for our annual Walk and Wag! Animal League America’s Walk & Wag brings people together nationally in support of homeless animals and our no-kill mission. How many lives can you save?
Rescued from the streets of Texas and suffering from a severe skin infection that left her with swollen paws and patchy, inflamed skin, Rosie was in urgent need of medical attention. Thanks to the support of our Help Me Heal Program, this sweet pup is looking like a brand new dog!
Play our new trivia Game app, powered by Big Heart Trivia. It's fun and it's free! Top trivia scores win cash prizes every day. Each game is custom made your individual skill level. So, everyone has a chance to win! Download the free app today on the App Store or Google Play.