Throughout the summer of 2021 and into early fall, the Alex and Elisabeth Lewyt Veterinary Medical Center underwent much-needed renovations, including the installation of a new roof and HVAC system. These changes ensure the air quality is hospital-level. In addition, the Medical Center now boasts brand-new flooring, ceilings and lighting, and a color scheme more Read More
On November 18, 2021, Animal League America held the second virtual Celebration of Rescue. The celebration showcased our inspiring rescue efforts, in addition to a variety of entertainment that included celebrity guest appearances, an auction with a range of unique items and one-of-a-kind experiences, a cooking demonstration by vegan chef Matt Korsky, an original performance Read More
Joining the thousands of runners who hit the pavement for the 50th anniversary of the TCS NYC Marathon was Team Animal League. Since 2008, the athletes running on behalf of Animal League America have raised an incredible $1.7 million to support our lifesaving work. Net proceeds from the 2021 Team Animal League benefited the operation Read More
For its fifth year, Walk & Wag encouraged animal-loving communities nationwide to get active virtually in support of our no-kill mission. Our Walk & Wag Ambassadors Renee Felice Smith (actress, author and rescue advocate) and Chris Gabriel (composer, author, rescue advocate), and their dogs, Velma, Mabel and Alfie led the charge to get walking with Read More
With help from our shelter partner, Paws4Life, 55 adorable canines were rescued from Louisiana-area shelters in advance of Hurricane Ida, in order to make room for animals displaced by the storm. Donations filled our Mobile Unit with critical supplies which were distributed to shelters in the Gulf Coast region, struggling from the catastrophic impact of Read More
It was clear skies ahead for the 21 dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens who landed at Republic Airport in Farmingdale, NY, on their way to Animal League America and a brighter future. Through a new collaboration with Amelia Air Animal Rescue, and the efforts of our South Carolina partner Lakeside Animal Rescue, Animal League America Read More
Animal League America took part in a rescue that saved more than 150 dogs from an extreme hoarding situation in Tennessee. Shelter partner Rescue DOG (Mountain City, TN) led the mission in lifting the dogs – primarily Chihuahuas of varying ages — out of unfathomable living conditions. Our Mobile Rescue Unit in the area picked Read More
Fifty dogs were saved from puppy mill breeders in the Midwest, with the help of National Mill Dog Rescue. This marked the first rescue mission with National Mill Dog Rescue since COVID-19 restrictions were implemented over a year ago. Many of these animals were sadly treated as commodities — used purely for breeding purposes, and Read More
First-ever Virtual Celebration of Rescue was held and raised nearly $300,000 for homeless animals. The celebration, which featured celebrity guests and an online auction, showcased compelling rescues, inspiring stories of animals overcoming adversity, the dedication of our frontline workers in our Adoption Centers during the global pandemic.
This cutting-edge Adoption Center has been a sanctuary in its first year — a safe place amid a pandemic where all felines, including senior and special needs, continued to be adopted.