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The French Bulldog’s Popularity Comes at a Price
1+ week, 3+ day ago (204+ words) The American Kennel Club (AKC) just released its list of most popular dog breeds for 2025. Topping the list at number one for the fourth year in a row is the French Bulldog. While it's fun to celebrate dogs, this popularity…...
Grant Seeks Projects that Show Factory Farming Undermines a Safe and Abundant Food Supply
2+ week, 1+ day ago (183+ words) The ASPCA launched the Fund to End Factory Farming to generate compelling stories that demonstrate the many harms of factory farming and to speed the transition to a more humane food system. The industrial farming system's structure is what leaves…...
Three-Legged Dog, Petunia, Changes Her Adopters’ Lives for the Better
2+ week, 23+ hour ago (913+ words) Cameron "Cam" G. wanted to adopt a dog ever since she moved out of her family home and set off for college, but with limited funds and plenty already on her plate, it wasn't the practical thing to do. Instead, she…...
A Lucky Day for Shelter Pets: Paws for Luck Highlights Adoption on the Hill
3+ week, 1+ day ago (357+ words) A Lucky Day for Shelter Pets: Paws for Luck Highlights Adoption on the Hill'ASPCA A Lucky Day for Shelter Pets: Paws for Luck Highlights Adoption on the Hill The ASPCA and local animal shelters and rescues sprinkled a little St....
A Bright New Day for Senior Cat Nocturne
4+ week, 2+ hour ago (902+ words) In July 2025, a senior cat named Nocturne came to the ASPCA Adoption Center through our longstanding partnership with Animal Care Centers of NYC. Though Nocturne was wonderfully friendly and sweet, she needed some medical attention, which the ASPCA was able…...
A Valentine’s Day To Remember: “Speed Dating” at the Adoption Center
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (330+ words) A Valentine's Day To Remember: "Speed Dating" at the Adoption Center'ASPCA A Valentine's Day To Remember: "Speed Dating" at the Adoption Center This past Valentine's Day, the ASPCA Adoption Center hosted a special holiday adoption event: speed dating with big…...
Rescued from Freezing Temperatures, Snowy Warms Her Finder’s Heart
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (1588+ words) On January 19, 2025, New York City was preparing for the biggest snowstorm of the season. In Brooklyn, the temperature was in the low 20s, and flurries were just beginning to fall, as Olivia P. ran to a nearby bodega. Halfway there, she realized…...
MONOPOLY GO!© Partners with ASPCA to Help Reach More Animals in Need
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (189+ words) MONOPOLY GO!" Partners with ASPCA to Help Reach More Animals in Need'ASPCA In addition to the pet-themed launch, Scopely, the global video game company behind MONOPOLY GO!, is making a charitable donation of $300,000 to the ASPCA. By reaching the game's…...
What Treats Are Safe for My Rabbit?
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (467+ words) There are many potential upsides to giving pets treats'it can help the bond between animal lovers and their pets, can promote good behavior, aid in training and potentially help with dental or nutritional support. There are so many dog and…...
You’re Invited: Valentine’s Day Speed Dating With Our Adoptable Dogs!
2+ mon, 2+ day ago (192+ words) Are you still looking for your perfect companion for Valentine's Day? Why not give speed dating a chance " especially when it's with our adorable, adoptable dogs! On Saturday, February 14, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the ASPCA Adoption Center in New York City will…...