Out of State Rescue

North Shore Animal League America's proficiency for finding good homes begins with a combination of rescue efforts. Our most far-reaching program, Out of State Rescue, was responsible for saving over 123,000 dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens since its inception in 1991.

This unique plan is implemented through well-equipped, climate-controlled vans bringing pets to the League from overcrowded facilities in other states, namely, North and South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. While all animals are vaccinated and thoroughly health-checked at their shelters of origin - at our expense - they are rechecked upon their arrival at the League. Because our long-term goal is to end the cycle of unplanned births and unwanted animals, we also help fund spay/neuter programs at these out-of-state shelters.

Closer to home, our rescue vans routinely visit shelters in the New York metropolitan area, rescue the puppies, kittens, dogs, and cats slated for death, and bring them to the safety of our Adoption Center. There they are examined by the shelter medical staff, given the required vaccinations, bathed and groomed, and finally put up for adoption.