As more pets were adopted, more rescues were set-up. In stepped Elisabeth Lewyt, who was known to all as Babette. Our rescue program here at North Shore Animal League America began with one woman's desire to save innocent animals. While visiting a local pound, she saw all the puppies, kittens, dogs and cats about to be destroyed that day. Those companion animals had no idea how quickly their luck was about to change. Babette paid all the pound fees and put all the pets in her station wagon every last one of them! In a matter of minutes, these doomed creatures were given a second chance at life. The ride back to North Shore Animal League America was an exciting one, with all those orphans barking and meowing as if they understood that they had just been saved from certain destruction. In the words of Mrs. Lewyt, "These are not strays, there's no such thing as a stray. All these animals had homes at one time or another some were good, some were bad. But they all deserve another chance."
Thanks to Alex & Babette Lewyt's spirit and dedication, North Shore Animal League America has grown to become the largest pet adoption agency in the world. Animal orphans are rescued not only from shelters close-by, but also from animal organizations in near and distant states.
Mr. & Mrs. Lewyt surrounded themselves with animal lovers such as themselves, and their combined efforts paid off. We here at the League are proud to uphold the mission this remarkable couple began so many years ago-- to help save every homeless orphaned pet and to find each one a loving guardian and a safe place to call home.
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North Shore Animal League America, headquartered in Port Washington, NY, is the largest no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization in the world. Since 1944, The League's mission has been saving the lives of pets through adoption, rescue, spay/neuter and advocacy initiatives. Every year, the League reaches across the country to rescue, nurture and adopt nearly 20,000 pets into happy and loving homes. To date, the League has placed close to 1 million puppies, kittens, cats and dogs into carefully screened homes. One of the first animal rescue agencies on the ground in the aftermath of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, the League rescued more than 1400 pets from the region.Take a Virtual Tour
The League is also home to the Alex Lewyt Veterinary Medical Center, which provides 24-hour care for the pets sheltered at the League. Every year the medical center takes care of more than 10,000 outpatient visits, administers more than 15,000 vaccinations and performs over 11,000 free spay/neuter procedures for every adopted animal, preventing over 132 million potentially unwanted litters. Additionally, the League's SPAY/USA program is a nationwide referral service for affordable spay/neuter services.
The League is also home to a National Shelter Rescue and Humane Education Team. North Shore Animal League America offers a wide variety of programs such as a mobile adoption program, adoption counseling, training and foster care for pets with special needs.
Hours of operation:
North Shore Animal League America is open for adopting your new dog, cat, puppy or kitten 365 days a year from 10am - 9pm.
Adoption Center
7 days a week, 10am-9pm
Grooming
Tue- Sun by appointment, 516.812.7264
Medical Center (NSALA animals only) Vaccines: 7 days a week, 9am-12pm and M-F 6pm-9pm Exams: 7 days a week by appointment from 2pm-5pm
Mobile Adoptions
View schedule. Click Here
Pet Store
7 days a week, 10am - 9pm
Public Pet Health Center (by appointment - 516.883.2000)
7 days a week, 9am - 7pm
Welcome to the Trainers' Corner
A new pet is a full-time commitment - one that requires plenty of time, patience and effort. It is important to remember that even the most well-trained animal can become nervous and confused in a new environment, and accidents are likely to happen. Pet ownership is a huge responsibility with many different issues that can possibly arise. You should expect and allow for a few mishaps before your new best friend no longer soils or damages things in your home. Your new pet needs your time, patience and understanding so that he will learn what is expected of him in order to build a relationship based on mutual trust and respect. A little tender loving care and consistent training go a long way. In time, your pet will surely become a most wonderful addition to your family and a treasured companion.
To assist you with all your new pet experiences, North Shore Animal League America is happy to give you the insights and expertise of our staff of esteemed trainers and behavioral experts. "The Trainers' Corner" is here to give you invaluable information and designed to help you better understand your pet's needs, their behaviors, and to offer the best tips and techniques in making the owner-pet experience one of the most rewarding relationships you will ever have.
In-Home Dog Training Available
We handle everything from basic obedience & common problems to separation anxiety, housebreaking and even food and object possession. Our professional trainers will evaluate your individual situation and give it the personal attention it deserves.
For more information on this service & our individual package prices please call (516) 812-7264. Fill out our In Home Training Questionnaire!
Little Learners
Puppy Nursery School & Kindergarten!
Tuesday and Thursday sessions See Schedule