We are the world’s largest and longest running no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization.

We are the world’s largest and longest running no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization.2024-12-06T13:46:03-04:00

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

Rescue

Local, national, international, puppy mills & emergency rescues

Nurture

Urgent medical care, grooming, training & loads of TLC

Adopt

Making matches that last a lifetime

Educate

Shelter pets teach students essential skills for success

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 2023

We are a world leader in setting best practices for adoption. In 2023, we facilitated tens of thousands of adoptions working with our network 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

Happy Tails

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