Apr 21, 2026 · Learn more about the ASPCA's work to rescue animals from abuse, pass humane laws and share resources with shelters nationwide. Join our fight today!

Apr 15, 2026 · Visit our Adoption Center to find a dog or cat in NYC, or use our shelter finder tool to locate adoptable pets near you. Read adoption tips from the ASPCA.

The ASPCA was founded in 1866 to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the U.S. Learn more about how we help animals.

Use the nationwide database of dogs looking for good homes below! Search by zip code to meet available dogs in your area. Please note, these dogs are from rescues and shelters nationwide and …

Humane Legislation and Lobbying: legislation@aspca.org Volunteer: Volunteer Opportunities at the ASPCA Outside of NYC: Contact your local shelter for volunteer opportunities. Adoption NYC Only: …

Get the most up-to-date pet care information from ASPCA experts in behavior, nutrition, poison control, veterinary medicine and the human-animal bond.

Find your local animal shelter to adopt or foster, volunteer to help homeless pets in your community or report animal cruelty or a lost or found animal.

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We Are Their Voice The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals® (ASPCA®) was the first humane society to be established in North America and is, today, one of the largest in the world. …

Keeping animals in safe and loving homes and protecting them from harm is a top priority at the ASPCA. Find out more about our lifesaving community work nationwide!