About Us

Founded in 1866, the ASPCA was the first humane organization in the Western Hemisphere. Our mission, as stated by founder Henry Bergh, is “to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States.” The ASPCA works to rescue animals from abuse, pass humane laws and share resources with shelters nationwide.

The ASPCA in Your Community

Find out how we’re making a difference for animals in your neck of the woods.
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Help Fight Puppy Mills

Help the ASPCA shut down puppy mills for good! Join our exciting new campaign to fight this brutal form of cruelty.
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ASPCA Adoption Stories

Families welcome treasured new members into the fold every day at the ASPCA’s Adoption Center in NYC.
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Learn More about the ASPCA

Who We Are

Who We Are

Since 1866, we've been at the vanguard of animal welfare in the United States.
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What We Do

What We Do

The ASPCA runs a wide variety of programs designed with one goal in mind: improving the lives of animals.
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Where We Stand

Where We Stand

Explore our policies and positions on important animal-related issues.
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Got Questions?

FAQ

FAQ

Find out how to adopt a pet, pay off vet bills and report cruelty.
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Contact Us

Contact Us

Need to reach us? Here's where to call, email or write.
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Saving Lives across America

ASPCA Partnership

ASPCA Partnership

A focused effort to create a country of humane communities, one geographic area at a time.
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100k Challenge

ASPCA $100K Challenge

Shelters throughout the country compete to save more lives during the months of August, September and October.
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