Carson Kressley is well known for cutting-edge fashion design and his unforgettable star turns on Queer Eye for the Straight Guy, RuPaul’s Drag Race and other hit television shows. But many people don’t know that Kressley is an avid horse enthusiast and equestrian! We caught up with Kressley just in time for Adopt a Horse […]

Looking for a tri-state area climbing partner to scale Mount Olympus with you? Titan is ready and willing to be at your side! Here at the Adoption Center, we’re giant fans of Titan—and for good reason! Though he’s a big fellow, he won’t pull you up the mountain or down the block. He’s far more […]

Congratulations! You’ve decided to bring a new horse home and are excited to investigate equine adoption. As you start the search for your new equine bestie, there are a few important questions to ask yourself. These’ll help guide your search and ensure you end up with your right horse. 1. What are your goals with […]

Brooke L.’s horse-crazy daughter, Riley, had been taking riding lessons for two years before the family decided to visit Equine Affaire in Columbus, Ohio. The four-day, April expo attracts thousands of equine enthusiasts for shopping, competitions and demonstrations. Riley was delighted by the event and begged her parents to visit the Breeds Barn so she […]

Not sure what a “barn cat” is? Read on to find out about these savvy cats and how you can help them in the Los Angeles area!  What is a barn cat? Living indoors with humans isn’t an option for every cat. Barn cats, sometimes called working cats, are not candidates for adoption as a typical house […]

Andrew S. of Queens, New York, once walked dogs for friends and neighbors to gain experience before adopting one of his own. “I have a dozen friends who have dogs, and the dog community in Astoria, where I live, is great,” says Andrew, who moved to New York City from Pittsburgh eight years ago. “I’ve […]

You don’t need to live in a forest or next to the ocean to enjoy a landscape jam-packed with critters of all kinds. Species of insects, birds and mammals will come to wherever you are if you support the ecosystem surrounding you. Yes, even urban areas!  Plants, specifically native plants, are one of the foundational […]

When nine-year-old Spruce, a black-and-white male cat, was surrendered to the ASPCA on January 22, 2022, his owner said he could not keep the cat due to housing issues. He also said Spruce had never seen a veterinarian.  An indoor-outdoor cat, Spruce was urinating and defecating outside his litter box. Spruce was also not neutered, […]

You might not be in the position to adopt a horse right now, but you can still have a horse-sized impact on adoptable equines. We need your passion and expertise in order to reach the ASPCA’s goal of massively increasing horse adoption!   Here are five ways you can make a difference for adoptable horses:  […]

This Sunday, April 23, is recognized as National Lovers Day, and we’ve got two adorable animals who are hoping that you’ll “swipe right” and give them loving homes in the tri-state area! Celebrate this springtime day of love by bringing home the potential love of your life and consider adopting a four-legged friend today! Check […]