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
Please join our second Virtual Celebration of Rescue on Thursday, November 18, 2021 at 7:00 pm EDT. For one special evening, we are asking animal lovers, nationwide, to come together to support Rescue Pets and Animal League America. This event is free and open for all to join, with the option to purchase exclusive VIP Tickets. Join the celebration!
Keep track of important dates in 2022 with The Art of the Rescue Pet calendar. Each month features our adorable—rescued and adopted—dogs and cats. In the process, you will be helping us continue our no-kill mission to rescue, nurture, adopt, and educate in 2022 and well into the future.
When Instagram went down earlier this month — at the same time that Facebook was undergoing intense public scrutiny — people around the world felt the impact. Many pointed out the serious problems with social media, and I agree — there are many. But like everything we humans invent, social media can be used for both good and ill. And when it comes to animal rescue, the positive far outweighs the negative.
Though Hurricane Ida has come and gone in most people’s memories, the residents of the Gulf Coast region are still struggling. Supported by the generosity of our local community, North Shore Animal League America continues to show up for the people and animals of the region.
Don't miss Americana Manhasset’s Champions for Charity® Holiday Shopping Benefit on Saturday, November 21, 2021 and Thursday, December 2, 2021 through Saturday, December 4, 2021. Learn how you can be a part of this festive shopping event and how 25% of your purchases can help save more animals' lives.*
Adopting a dog can give you a lifetime of unconditional love – but how do you know which dog is right for you? That's why you should take the time to make a thoughtful choice. Here are some helpful tips to choosing the right dog so you can both enjoy your years together to the fullest.
Our Pet Health Centers strive to provide the highest quality medical care in an environment that is safe and comfortable. That is why we will soon be undergoing a renovation to our Alex and Elisabeth Lewyt Veterinary Medical Center at our Port Washington, NY campus. Learn how this may affect you and your pets.
For many of us, Halloween can be a ghostly good time, but not always for our pets. Here are some Halloween safety tips so pet lovers can enjoy their trick-or-treating and keep their animals safe from things that go bump in the night.
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Share your story on social media using #GetYourRescueOn or on our Family Album!
