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 58,000 exams and vaccinated 65,000 animals.
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Pets Adopted
Each year we find homes for more than 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
Help celebrate our 4th Annual Giving Day on June 10, 2022, when all gifts will be matched, up to $150K, thanks to Swiffer® and another generous donor! Don't wait — donate now and save twice the lives!
Join us for a Wooftop™ Party on Monday, June 6 at Monarch Rooftop in New York City. This special event will celebrate our national Giving Day, our biggest fundraiser of the year! There will be fun cocktails, music, and…of course… PUPPIES! RSVP today and get ready to party with the puppies.
“Too much responsibility.” These words are simply infuriating, especially right now with May being Responsible Animal Guardian Month. I believe that having a pet is a privilege that we earn by being responsible. So, what does it take to be a responsible animal guardian? I’ve thought a lot about this, and I’ve come up with five characteristics that define responsible pet guardianship.
We’re teaming up with shelters and rescue groups around the world to safely find homes for thousands of homeless pets. Find a shelter near you where you can find your new best friend.
Download North Shore Animal League America's Find A Pet mobile app on your iPhone or Android phone via Google Play or the Apple App Store. With the app, you can easily search for hundreds of adoptable pets today!
In lieu of traditional wedding favors, you can make a tax-deductible donation to help us continue to rescue, nurture and find responsible, loving homes for homeless pets everywhere. You can choose plate cards or a poster to celebrate your commitment to saving lives with your guests on your most special day.
You can now donate cryptocurrency to help support North Shore Animal League America’s no-kill work. When you donate cryptocurrency you’re helping to save the lives of tens of thousands of homeless animals annually.
It’s clear that Riley, the newly adopted dog of longtime North Shore Animal League America donor Andrew Williams, is now living the good life. And not just because he is named after a classic British car. While we spoke to Andrew about his commitment to animal rescue, Riley ran and explored a nature trail off leash, getting lots of fresh air and making new friends.
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