WARNING: Some images may be graphic. Ask anyone involved in animal welfare and you’ll be certain to hear your fair share of horror stories. Cases of neglect, cruelty, and abuse so disheartening that you’d likely turn away in disgust before digesting the bulk of the gruesome details. Severe mange, fractured limbs, embedded collars, starvation Read More
Q: What is planned giving? A: Planned giving is a gift that will take effect at a later time, usually at your death. It can take the form of: a bequest in a will or trust, a beneficiary designation of an insurance policy or retirement plan, a transfer on death designation of a bank Read More
In September 2016, on the spur of the moment, David and Linda Kaltenbach decided to take a road trip. But it wasn’t just any road trip. It was a journey with a personally meaningful, lifesaving destination. The couple, who live in Oberlin, Ohio, drove more than eight hours and 500 miles to visit North Shore Animal League America.
Dogs and cats are curious by nature and the best way to keep your pet safe is to pet proof your home for hazards that could cause them harm. Here are some helpful tips on what to look out for to keep your pet happy and healthy.
Q: How can planned gifts help the Animal League? A: Planned gifts are a wonderful way to make a substantial gift to support causes you hold dear, including, we hope, North Shore Animal League America. We rely on the support of animal lovers like you. The costs associated with operating the world's largest no-kill Read More
As the world’s largest no-kill rescue and adoption organization, North Shore Animal League America has been saving the lives of precious dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens since 1944—well over one million to date. Not only do we make it a point to care for the local animals in our own backyard, but thanks to Read More
If you’re familiar with the work of North Shore Animal League America, surely you know about our long lasting reputation of being the world’s largest no-kill rescue and adoption organization. With that comes the mentions of the more than 1 million lives saved, the almost 20,000 animals rescued each year, and the world-wide lifesaving Read More
At North Shore Animal League America, it’s not uncommon to encounter animals in need of extensive compassionate care before they are able to be paired with the perfect adopter. Last year, we met Anastasia and Stanley, two special pets who immediately touched the lives of so many of us here because of their tragic beginnings Read More
It’s true, “dog people” and “cat people” really do have different personalities. In a study done in 2014, 600 college students answered questions about their personalities, as well as what qualities they look for in a pet. The people who said they classified themselves as dog people tended to be more lively and outgoing. Read More
Q: How can I provide a bequest in my will to North Shore Animal League America? A: Here is sample language you can share with your lawyer: I give NORTH SHORE ANIMAL LEAGUE AMERICA, Federal I.D. No. 11-1666852, 16 Lewyt Street, Port Washington, New York, 11050, [the sum of $_____] or [all or ___% Read More