Summer is finally here! With pool parties, beach days, barbeques and camping trips galore, we’re ready for the best summer ever. But to make sure your pets also have the best summer ever, follow this list of summer safety tips from the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC). 1. Pool Parties and Other Water Activities: If […]

If you’re new to the world of horses, you can feel like most people in the barn speak a new language. We’re breaking down some of the common horse-care and health terms you’ll likely hear. And if many of these terms are new to you, don’t worry. Equine adoption is a friendly entry point into the horse […]

It was a big week for kittens at the ASPCA! In honor of National Kitten Day on July 10, we announced a significant achievement by caring for our 10,000th kitten through the ASPCA Kitten Nursery in New York City, which relies on the help of supportive foster caregivers to provide lifesaving care to kittens in need. This […]

“She had been hurt and betrayed by humans previously—as had I. I adopted City so that we could learn and grow together. That’s what this journey has been—an immense amount of growth for both of us.” Imagine seeing a dog pushing herself into the corner of a kennel, trying to make her already-small body as […]

The Fourth of July is just a few days away and we have our grills and bathing suits ready! While many people are gearing up with fireworks, lots of pet parents are worried about their fearful pets as the loud noises can be scary for our furry friends. However, with a little planning (thanks to […]

On January 18, 21 dogs, seven cats and nine reptiles were discovered living in deplorable conditions during the execution of a search warrant in a Brooklyn apartment. The NYPD, with the assistance of the ASPCA, seized the animals. The ASPCA took in the cats and dogs, and the reptiles went to the Center for Avian and Exotic […]

In honor of Take Your Dog to Work Day on June 24, one lucky ASPCA rescue dog spent the day out with NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell at the NYPD Headquarters at One Police Plaza.  Connor, a two-year-old Husky, was rescued by an NYPD officer on April 1, after he was found in a home underweight, […]

While essential oils have been around for a long time, in recent years their popularity has seemed to have picked up. If you’ve been on social media lately, I’m sure you’ve seen a few ads! These oils may have health benefits for humans, like clearing nasal congestion or soothing anxiety, but are they safe for […]

On June 16, 2022, the New York City Council introduced new legislation Intro. 517 to implement the Good Food Purchasing Program (GFPP). The GFPP is a values-based procurement program that gives public institutions like schools and municipal governments the tools they need to source food that supports key value categories: animal welfare, nutrition, local economies, […]

Bruno is an energetic young man who might just have the greatest zest for life we have ever seen! Bruno absolutely loves zooming around with his toys and would be up for lots of outdoor adventures with his new family—so if you’re someone who likes to run or hike, count Bruno in! He’s a goofy […]