Learn More About North Shore Animal League America

• Who is North Shore Animal League America?

  Since 1944, North Shore Animal League America has been saving the lives of innocent dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens — over 1,000,000 to date. We have an unwavering commitment to rescue, nurture, and adopt animals and are proud to be:

  • The world’s largest no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization;
  • A leader in the no-kill movement, rescuing and rehabilitating animals instead of euthanizing them;
  • An innovator in animal welfare to create a more sustainable world for all companion animals;
  • A strong voice, elevating the status and promoting the acceptance of mixed-breed animals — Mutt-i-grees® — through advocacy and education;
  • A collaborative organization that’s built a national network of shelter and rescue partners;
  • A trusted source for information, education, and resources that increase adoptions and enhance the lives of adopters and their pets.
• What is the Animal League's mission?

  North Shore Animal League America’s mission is to build our hands-on rescue, rehabilitation and adoption efforts to save the lives of as many companion animals as possible - one at a time - and promote education to increase shelter adoptions, reduce animal cruelty and advance the highest standards in animal welfare.

• How does the Animal League help?

  Rescuing animals from overcrowded shelters, unwanted litters, and from owners no longer able to care for them are at the heart of our life-saving efforts.

  Increase Adoptions
  The Animal League increases adoptions and raises awareness of shelter animals through innovative programs, education, mobile programs, and partnerships.

  End Animal Cruelty
  Our no-kill policy and important programs help reduce animal cruelty and euthanasia.

  Rescue Animals
  Our hands-on rescue efforts secure permanent homes for so many displaced animals — over 1,000,000 to date.

  Reduce Euthanasia
  From mixed-breed shelter pet awareness and spay/neuter initiatives to our comprehensive education efforts, the Animal League helps reduce unwanted births and increase adoptions to reduce euthanasia.

• What does my donation do?

  Your donation today will immediately help us to:

  • Rescue animals from overcrowded kill shelters
  • Save neglected dogs from cruel puppy mills
  • Provide homeless animals with hands-on medical and behavioral care
  • Find loving homes for every animal we rescue.
• If I make a monthly donation, can I cancel it at any time?

  Yes, you can cancel your monthly donation — or adjust your monthly gift amount — by following the link on any email we send you. Or, you can call us directly at 1-877-4SAVEPET and a representative will process your request.

• What do I get with my sponsorship?

  In addition to knowing that your monthly contribution helps us provide year-round care for animals in our care, Sponsors also receive the following:

  • A Welcome Kit with personalized member certificate, a color pet photo of your favorite special needs pet, and a letter of sincere thanks and gratitude from North Shore Animal League America.
  • Regular Pet Progress Updates available by mail or online, allowing you to track the progress of all the pets in our program.
  • MyLeague Magazine Receive a free subscription to MyLeague online magazine with Sponsor program updates, plus the pet information, rescue stories, and other news that you want to see.