Hurricane Irma Emergency Response
As millions of Floridians continue to regroup after Hurricane Irma tore through the state, our Emergency Rescue Team is there to provide relief in any way possible.
Beware Backyard Breeders
A Backyard Breeder is an amateur animal breeder. While some may have good intentions, in most cases the conditions are considered substandard, with little to no emphasis on ethical or selective breeding, or provide proper care for the well-being of the animals they are breeding. For those that really want a purebred dog, here are some do's & don'ts to guide you through the process, and help avoid the pitfalls of Backyard Breeders.
Thank You Hallmark for Your Continued Support
North Shore Animal League America would like to send a big thank you to our friends at Hallmark Channel for a very generous match donation of up to $10,000 to help aid our relief efforts in the wake of the catastrophic hurricanes in Texas and Florida. Every gift that was pledged up to $10,000 Read More
Collaborative Rescue Efforts Combat Inhumane Breeding Practices
As the world’s largest no-kill rescue and adoption organization, North Shore Animal League America has been at the forefront of saving the lives of innocent animals since 1944. We pride ourselves on rescuing homeless dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens from overpopulated municipal shelters in all areas of the country, as well as right here Read More
Donor Spotlight: Diane Michell
Giving, Helping, and Saving Lives For Diane Michell, there’s a subtle distinction between “giving” and “helping,” which she explains with eloquence and insight. “I don’t feel I’m ‘giving’ when I make a donation” she says. “I feel I’m ‘helping’ Animal League America reach its goals for unfortunate animals. When I think of ‘giving,’” Read More
Hurricane Harvey Emergency Response
Emergency Rescue Units deployed to assist partner shelter in wake of Hurricane Harvey arrive back from Houston with 57 shelter animals to make room for all of the displaced dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens separated from their families.
Pet Obesity: No Joking Matter
Obesity is a disease that has killed millions of pets prematurely in the United States - and it’s only getting worse.
Celebrate National Dog Day With #TailsOfSummer
There's nothing better than your best friend by your side in the summertime. So there's no better time to celebrate your best friend than National Dog Day on Saturday, August 26, 2017. Now as summer is winding down and the days are getting shorter, we have just a few precious days left to create Read More
Pet Nutrition: The Don’ts
Cat and dog nutrition is an important aspect of pet ownerships. After all, who can resist giving a french fry when sad puppy dog eyes are pleading? However, their digestive systems sometimes can be a bit more sensitive to fatty foods than ours. There are also a few foods that are toxic to animals, and Read More
Animal League America and National Mill Dog Rescue Team Up to Save Lives
Last month 52 brave dogs and puppies, rescued from the deplorable conditions of a puppy mill, arrived at our Port Washington, N.Y. campus. Thanks to a collaborative rescue effort with National Mill Dog Rescue, a Colorado based non-profit organization that has rescued 12,000 animals from commercial breeding facilities since its inception in 2007, these deserving animals are now safe and sound in the care of the nurturing staff here at Animal League America.