Our Latest Rescues

Going the Distance to Help California Animal Shelters

The devastation left behind by the recent wildfires in Los Angeles County and beyond has uprooted countless lives — both human and animal. As communities work to rebuild, shelters in California are facing an overwhelming challenge: finding space for the rising number of animals in need. While some shelters had emergency plans in place, others, like Western Riverside County Animal Services and its three affiliated shelters, were already over capacity when the fires began.

By |2025-03-18T14:06:20-04:00March 11th, 2025|

Dexter Was Abandoned but We Won’t Let Him Be Forgotten

Dexter’s journey began nearly a decade ago when he was just a playful puppy, adopted from North Shore Animal League America into what was supposed to be his forever home. But when his family went through a divorce, Dexter was cast aside — left at a shelter in New Jersey, alone and confused.

By |2025-03-14T16:27:48-04:00February 26th, 2025|

Katie’s Last Litter Brings a New Life

For eight years, Katie endured a life of hardship at the hands of a commercial breeding facility. Thanks to our partnership with National Mill Dog Rescue, this sweet Maltese was saved and brought to North Shore Animal League America. We soon learned, however, that Katie was pregnant, yet again. We don’t know how many litters Katie had already been forced to bear — all without the comfort of nurturing care or proper medical attention — but we promised her this one would be the last.

By |2025-02-26T12:14:44-04:00January 13th, 2025|

Claire’s Journey of Survival and Second Chances

Every rescue story shines brighter during the holiday season, a time for hope, love, and second chances — and Claire’s journey is no exception. This brave 2-year-old Chihuahua mix, along with her four young puppies, embodies the spirit of the season. Saved from the brink of tragedy, Claire and her pups were given the gift of life through the compassionate collaboration of our shelter partner, Friends of Jefferson Animals, and the unwavering dedication of our Mobile Rescue Team.

By |2025-02-26T11:51:27-04:00December 11th, 2024|

Our No-Kill Commitment Saves Pregnant Cat on Brink of Death

At the heart of North Shore Animal League America’s no-kill mission are stories like Little Betty’s. Only seven months old and pregnant, this precious cat’s life hung in the balance. Through the collaborative efforts of our North Country Initiative (NCI) team in Warren County, NY and our staff and volunteers on Long Island, Little Betty not only survived against all odds but emerged as a symbol of hope for countless animals in need.

By |2025-02-26T12:15:27-04:00November 13th, 2024|

Bringing Commercial Breeder Survivors to Safety

Throughout 2024, our rescue team worked tirelessly alongside our partner, National Mill Dog Rescue, to save the lives of hundreds of dogs and puppies from commercial breeding facilities. Animal League America’s Senior Rescue Manager Karla Scaramuzzo explained, “We’ve been doing more commercial breeding rescue transports than usual this past year. With less people buying pets, commercial breeders have been left with a surplus of animals whose lives are at risk.”

By |2025-02-26T11:49:56-04:00October 14th, 2024|

Answering the Call: Animal League America’s Swift Response to Back-to-Back Hurricanes

When Hurricane Helene unleashed its fury across the southern United States, North Shore Animal League America’s rescue team sprang into action. With shelters in the region already overburdened, the urgency to make room for animals displaced by the storm was critical. Our Mobile Rescue Unit hit the road to come to the aid of our partners.

By |2024-10-15T16:21:40-04:00October 14th, 2024|

Hurricane Relief for Shelter Partners

As our shelter partners in the South continue to deal with the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, our Emergency Rescue Team is preparing to head South to offer whatever aid we can, but the journey will take time, and they are already feeling the effects of this storm. Learn how you can help them right now!

By |2024-10-28T10:21:08-04:00October 10th, 2024|

A Lifeline for Puerto Rico’s Homeless Animals

As Hurricane Ernesto was making it's way to Puerto Rico, we we acted swiftly to assist our long-time rescue partners on the island. After the tropical storm hit the island recently our Rescue Team continued their efforts to help in any way possible. 

By |2024-10-11T07:37:59-04:00September 9th, 2024|

Partnership Saves 53 Small Breed Dogs From Commercial Breeding Facilities

In collaboration with National Mill Dog Rescue, North Shore Animal League America saved 53 small breed dogs from the inhumane conditions of commercial breeding facilities in the Midwest. The rainy morning of their arrival did not dampen the spirits of all the volunteers, who were enthusiastically waiting to greet the survivors. These resilient canines – including Shih Tzus, Cavapoos, mini Australian Shepherds, Labradoodles, French Bulldogs, Maltese and Havanese – were carried off our Mobile Rescue Unit and into the safety of our Port Washington adoption center to start their new life.

By |2025-02-26T15:02:00-04:00July 25th, 2024|
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