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
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Animals Saved
Since 1944, more than 1 million animal lives saved.
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Exams Performed
In a single year, our medical staff performed 58,000 exams and vaccinated 65,000 animals.
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Pets Placed
On average, we place nearly 18,000 pets into loving homes each year.
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Schools, Libraries, and
After-School Programs
After-School Programs
Reaching students, advancing and enhancing learning.
Something to Bark About
Shop AmazonSmile this holiday season and Amazon will donate a portion of your purchase total to North Shore Animal League America when you select us as your charity of choice.
Keep track of important dates in 2020 with our Joy of Whiskers calendar. Each month features adorable—rescued and adopted—dogs, cats, kittens and puppies that are sure to make each and every day a bit better.
It’s here! BFF! Bianca’s Furry Friends Feline Adoption Center is officially open! Thank you to all of our wonderful supporters who made this happen. We couldn’t have accomplished this without you! The ribbon-cutting ceremony for BFF was a magical evening for me. BFF is more than a building to me; it represents a leap forward in feline wellness and adoption.
Give a gift that save lives this holiday season with our 2019 Holiday Gift Catalog. Each gift donation helps further our mission to create a no-kill world.
You can brighten up a Mutt-i-gree's holiday with a gift from our Amazon Wishlist. Choose from assorted items specially selected by our shelter team for all our furry friends as they wait for adoption.
Happy Tails
Share Your Story
Share your story on social #GetYourRescueOn or on our Family Album!
