Helping local communities care for community has long been an important tenet of our mission. The Center provides access to related information and supplies, and encourages the approach of Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate, and Return. Local dignitaries attended the opening of the newly renovated building and presented citations that honored our efforts in the community.
Supporters participated in the sixth annual Walk & Wag – both virtually from across the country, as well as in-person for our event in NYC. Walkers and their furry pals who joined us at Hudson River Park enjoyed the stunning view, vendors, and entertainment before embarking on the three-mile stroll along the waterfront.
North Shore Animal League America came out on top at the first annual LI Choice Awards, winning in THREE categories: Best Nonprofit Organization, Best Veterinarian, and Best Animal Adoption/Rescue Services. The LI Choice Awards, presented by PSEG Long Island, were created by Herald Community Newspapers in order to “celebrate and recognize the best Long Island has to offer.”
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