Spotlight Stories

Going the Extra Mile

If you’re familiar with the work of North Shore Animal League America, surely you know about our long lasting reputation of being the world’s largest no-kill rescue and adoption organization. With that comes the mentions of the more than 1 million lives saved, the almost 20,000 animals rescued each year, and the world-wide lifesaving Read More

By |2017-09-12T14:08:54-05:00February 16th, 2017|

Featured Volunteer: Robert & Cathy Kothe

It’s true, “dog people” and “cat people” really do have different personalities. In a study done in 2014, 600 college students answered questions about their personalities, as well as what qualities they look for in a pet. The people who said they classified themselves as dog people tended to be more lively and outgoing. Read More

By |2017-06-28T22:47:10-05:00January 28th, 2017|

A Conversation With…

Ted Lim, Featured Volunteer “When one door closes, another door opens.” This quote by Alexander Graham Bell, the famed inventor credited with patenting the first practical telephone, is often used as encouragement during times of struggle or hardship. Doors may close, but there are always, other, unlimited number of doors – new opportunities if Read More

By |2018-01-11T15:02:28-05:00January 11th, 2017|

Donor Spotlight: Marcia and Bill Fallon

As donors, the Fallons demand a history of success and innovation in their charities of choice — and they agree that Animal League America more than meets that demand. “The programs at Animal League America are varied and wonderful,” says Marcia, pointing to Puppy Mill Rescue and Help Me Heal, in particular.

By |2020-07-30T11:27:35-05:00December 1st, 2016|

Donor Spotlight: Connie Guglielmo

A Voice for the Mutt-i-grees Connie Guglielmo loves an elegant party, especially if the festivities benefit North Shore Animal League America’s lifesaving programs. You’ll see her at our Lewyt Humane Awards Luncheon in June and at our fall Gala — and she’ll always be impeccably dressed, beautifully coiffed, and perfectly poised. It’s Read More

By |2018-01-11T15:03:40-05:00September 1st, 2016|

Mama Riley

When Mama arrived at North Shore Animal League America off a rescue transport from South Carolina in March she seemed like a young dog who would simply need some time to adjust to the big changes that were occurring in her life – but this lab mix, no older than 2 years of age, Read More

By |2019-07-11T09:27:56-05:00June 17th, 2016|

A Day of Perspective and Joy

North Shore Animal League America Celebrates the Groundbreaking of The Don and Karen LaRocca Pet Wellness Center North Shore Animal League America has been saving the lives of homeless companion animals since opening its’ doors in 1944. Beginning as a tiny, local shelter in Port Washington, N.Y., the organization has blossomed into the world’s Read More

By |2018-01-11T15:03:41-05:00June 15th, 2016|

Donor Spotlight: Carmen and John Grossman

Widening the Circle of Compassion and Care When it comes to spoiling their three Mutt-i-grees®, Carmen and John Grossman are in a league of their own. Nothing delights them more than doting on their “babies,” whether it’s providing specially prepared meals, carefully vetted dog walkers, or a fenced-in yard with Read More

By |2018-01-11T15:03:41-05:00June 1st, 2016|
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