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🚀💙 MEET COSMO: YOUR NEWEST UNIVERSE OF LOVE! 🌎✨ This cosmic cutie is Cosmo (#SCR3746), a 3-year-old Pit Bull Terrier/German Shepherd mix weighing in at 50 pounds of pure love! And while his personality is out of this world, Cosmo is hoping to find something a little closer to home. 🏡 Cosmo recently found himself back with us through no fault of his own after his owner's health circumstances changed. Having experienced the comforts of a home, he's ready to get back to what he knows and loves: a cozy place to call his own and a family to share all his love with. ❤️ The good news? Cosmo is already a pro at home life! He's housebroken, crate trained, walks beautifully on leash, and enjoys the company of other dogs (a meet and greet is required). He's full of playful energy, loves spending time with his people, and is just as happy soaking up cuddles as he is having fun. He'd do best in a home with children ages 6 and older. Could you be the one to help Cosmo find his way back home? Come meet this sweet boy and make his next chapter the best one yet! 🐾💕 🚨⚾️ A REMINDER: OUR HOME RUN ADOPTION SPECIAL IS STILL ON! 🏡 Thanks to Pete Alonso and the Alonso Foundation, adoption fees are WAIVED for eligible pets 6 months and older, while sponsorship funds last! Give Cosmo the fresh start he's been waiting for and use those savings to spoil your new best friend! #GetYourRescueOn #AdoptCosmo

👑🐾 MEET LUCINDA: A SENIOR QUEEN WHO DESERVES A KINGDOM OF HER OWN! 💕😻 In honor of National Adopt a Senior Pet Month, we want to introduce you to a very special resident: Lucinda, our oldest feline at Animal League America! At 17 years young, this lovely lady has certainly earned her royal title. 👑 A longtime resident of our Long-Term Care Home, Lucinda may take a little time to warm up to new people, but once you're in her inner circle, you'll discover a playful, spirited girl with a serious soft spot for catnip! Lucinda isn't necessarily the type to demand attention from everyone she meets. She prefers a quieter setting, a little patience, and the chance to build trust at her own pace. But seeing her roll around in catnip with that mischievous little grin? That's when you know you've earned a special place in her heart. ✨ Lucinda has diabetes, which our veterinary team helps manage with a combination of diet and medication. Her ongoing care is available at cost through our Pet Health Centers, helping make her medical needs more manageable for the right family. ❤️ Her royal wish list? A peaceful home with experienced, patient adults, no other pets, and plenty of time to let a beautiful friendship blossom. Seventeen years young and still full of personality, Lucinda has so much love and life left to share. This National Adopt a Senior Pet Month, let's make sure our oldest girl gets the golden years she deserves. 💛 Lucinda #H194622 is waiting for her purrmanent person. Could that be you? 🐾 #GetYourRescueOn #BiancasFurryFriends #AdoptASeniorPetMonth #SeniorCats

🐾😂 SMALL PACKAGE, BIG PERSONALITY! ❤️ Meet BUG! #AK1066, a one-of-a-kind, 19-pound bundle of fun who is guaranteed to make you smile! At just 1 year old and FULL GROWN, this adorable little guy has short legs, a teeny nubby tail, a pretty hilarious look, and a personality that is just as big as his ears (okay, maybe bigger). We think he's a Shepherd/Terrier mix, but honestly, Bug is in a category all his own! 😂 Bug is playful, silly, curious, and ALWAYS ready to entertain. He's still figuring out some of the finer points of being a well-socialized pup, so he'll need a patient, experienced adopter who can help him build confidence, work on his training, and learn to navigate the world. He's a little mouthy and we're also working with him on some resource-guarding behaviors, so continued positive reinforcement and guidance will be important. The good news? Bug has SO much potential, and we're already seeing improvement with a healthy diet that's helping his environmental dermatitis clear up! 🌟 AND GUESS WHAT?! BUG IS HEADING TO WANTAGH TOMORROW! 🌟 Come meet this pint-sized character at our offsite event and see if his big personality is exactly what your life is missing! 📍 Petco - 1141 Wantagh Avenue Wantagh NY 4pm-7pm 🐾 Come say hello to Bug and some other adorable adoptables! He's a little quirky, a little goofy, and a whole LOT of lovable. Bug is ready for someone who will embrace everything that makes him wonderfully HIM! Is that you?❤️ Stop by and meet him to find out!  #GetYourRescueOn

💔 Dutchess is ready for her next chapter. Could it be with you? Dutchess #IR1490 knows what it means to have a home and someone to love. Rescued from Antigua in October 2023, this beautiful 3-year-old Ridgeback mix was adopted almost immediately at one of our Mobile Adoption Events. She spent nearly three wonderful years with her person before unexpected housing circumstances brought her back into our care. Now, Dutchess is adjusting to a big change she never expected. While she waits for a new family, we're getting to know the sweet, affectionate girl who has so much love left to give. ❤️ Dutchess is housebroken, crate-trained, LOVES people, and has enjoyed the company of other dogs. She can be a little shy when meeting someone new, but give her time to feel comfortable and you'll see her loving personality shine. A meet-and-greet is recommended for any potential canine siblings. She's looking for an experienced home with children over 8 who will respect her gentle nature. A quieter neighborhood would be ideal, giving Dutchess the chance to settle in, feel secure, and enjoy all the comforts of home again. Dutchess has already shown what a wonderful companion she can be. Now, she's hoping someone will look past the fact that she's back at the shelter and see all the love, loyalty, and companionship she has to offer. 🐾 💕 Ready to give Dutchess her fresh start? Visit our Port Washington, NY Adoption Center to meet Dutchess #IR1490. Her next chapter is waiting to be written, and she'd love for you to be part of it. #GetYourRescueOn #AdoptDutchess

Meet Remy #MA3870 🐾 At just 5 years old, this Terrier mix has already lived through heartbreak. She was found emaciated and all alone, running along Rockaway Beach, until an FDNY paramedic rushed to her rescue. From that moment, her journey of healing began... from emergency care to the love she’s now receiving at our adoption center. 💙 Remy is looking for a calm, quiet home where she can feel safe and loved. She’ll shine with an experienced adopter who can give her gentle guidance, patience, and plenty of space to run and play. Remy’s dream is to be someone’s one and only, soaking up all the love and attention she’s been waiting for. 🐾 If you can open your heart and home to this brave, resilient girl, she’s ready to give you her whole heart in return. 💕 📧 For more information, please email RachelH@animalleague.org or visit our Port Washington, NY adoption center!  #GetYourRescueOn #AdoptRemy #AdoptMe #RescueDogsRock #ShelterDogs

🎾💙 Meet Kevin (#G28326) 💙🎾 Kevin is only 3 years old, but heartbreakingly, he's never had a family to call his own. After being rescued from Georgia in February 2024, Kevin has spent more than two years waiting for the life every dog deserves. While countless other dogs have found their forever homes, Kevin is still watching and waiting, hoping someone will finally choose him. Recently, Kevin had the chance to experience life outside the shelter in a foster home and he absolutely blossomed! He settled in beautifully, never had a single accident in the house, and showed everyone just how adaptable, loving, and eager to learn he truly is. It was a glimpse of the dog Kevin has always been beneath the stress of shelter life. Now Kevin is back at our Adoption Center, and while he's handling it the best he can, we know where he truly belongs. He deserves soft beds, peaceful evenings instead of barking dogs, and a family to come home to every day. Kevin is a big, goofy sweetheart with an endless love for tennis balls (he somehow manages to carry multiple at once 😂🎾), a passion for fetch, and a heart that's just waiting to give itself completely to someone special. Once he trusts you, his whole body wiggles with happiness, and his loyalty is unmatched. Kevin would thrive with an experienced adopter who understands larger dogs and is ready to give him the patience, structure, and love he's been waiting his entire life to receive. Please don't let Kevin spend another year growing up in a shelter. Visit him at our Port Washington, NY Adoption Center and give this incredible boy the chance he's been dreaming of. 🏡💙 #GetYourRescueOn #Adopt

DAY 7: FIND NOVA A HOME! 🏡❤️ If you’re seeing this post, it means Nova didn’t find her forever home at yesterday’s mobile adoption event. But that’s OK! Her person is out there, and with YOUR help, we’re going to get her story in front of them sooner rather than later! Nova spent five wonderful years in a home until her family moved and couldn’t take her with them. Now, this sweet 7-year-old Terrier mix is hoping for a second chance at happiness. ❤️ Nova would love to be your one and only pet, soaking up all the love and attention she deserves. 🐾 PLEASE SHARE NOVA’S STORY! Every share brings her one step closer to home. ⚾ And don’t forget about our HOME RUN ADOPTION SPECIAL! Adoption fees are waived for eligible dogs and cats 6 months and older at North Shore Animal League America! Let’s hit a home run for Nova and help her find the loving home she deserves! 🏡❤️ #getyourrescueon

Meet Casper (#LA5961) 💙🐾 Casper may be deaf, but this happy-go-lucky 1-year-old Pit Bull Terrier mix doesn't let that define him for a second. His world is full of adventure, playtime, lots of love and he's ready to share it all with a family of his very own. 🥹✨ After being adopted as a puppy, Casper recently found himself back at our shelter through no fault of his own. While his journey hasn't been easy, his sweet spirit has never wavered. Every day, he greets our staff with a wagging tail, an eager smile, and excitement for whatever comes next. One of Casper's favorite parts of the week is heading out with our Adventure Club, where he gets to explore new places, enjoy long walks, and play endless games of fetch. He's a wonderful walking companion, loves learning, and thrives when he's spending time with people who understand him. Casper is hoping to find a patient, experienced adopter who will give him the stability and encouragement he deserves. With a little guidance and a lot of love, this incredible boy will reward you with unwavering loyalty, endless laughter, and a friendship unlike any other. Visit Casper at our Port Washington, NY Adoption Center and see for yourself just how special he is. We know he's ready to make someone's life a whole lot brighter. 💙🏡 #GetYourRescueOn #AdoptMe #AdoptCasper #DeafDogsRock #DeafDog

Stella is out here living her BEST life! 🐾💗 Just look at this girl enjoying every minute of her latest Adventure Club outing! Meet Stella #LA0863, a beautiful 6-year-old Shepherd mix who has so much love and life to share with the right family. Adopted as a puppy, Stella spent more than four years in a loving home before returning to us when her family moved out of the country and couldn't take her along. ❤️ A little shy when meeting new people, Stella blossoms once she gets comfortable. She's affectionate, loyal, treat-motivated (snacks are definitely the way to her heart! 🍖) and loves long walks and getting out for adventures. She's also housebroken, crate trained, rides beautifully in the car, and knows her basic commands. Now, Stella is hoping her next adventure leads to a FOREVER HOME! 🏡 Here's what she's looking for: 🐾 A quiet neighborhood with a fully fenced-in yard 🐶 Dog-selective, so a meet and greet is required 🐱 A cat-free home 👧 Older children ages 12+ 💛 Patient adopters who will give her time to settle in and build trust Stella has so much to offer and deserves a family who will cherish her for all the wonderful things that make her HER. Could that be you? Let's get this sweet girl back into a home! 🥹💕 Interested in learning more about sweet Stella? Email RachelH@animalleague.org or visit our Port Washington, NY adoption center!  #GetYourRescueOn

🐾 DAY 4: FIND NOVA A HOME! 🏡❤️ We have some VERY exciting news… NOVA IS HITTING THE ROAD THIS WEEKEND! 🚐🐶 That’s right! This Saturday, you’ll have a chance to meet Nova in person and maybe even be the one to change her life forever! 🌟 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 | 12 PM – 4 PM 📍 Bottle Bargains 1033 Fort Salonga Road, Northport, NY Nova is a special girl with so much love to give, and we’re doing everything we can to help her find the forever family she deserves. From sharing her daily adventures to getting the word out about her, every like, comment, and share brings us one step closer to finding her home. And YOU are a huge part of that! Thank you to everyone who has been following Nova’s journey, sharing her posts, and cheering her on. Please keep spreading the word! The more people who know Nova, the faster we can find her happily-ever-after. ❤️ Let’s make this weekend NOVA’S WEEKEND! 🐾 #getyourrescueon

🏁 ON YOUR MARKS, GET SET, PUPPIES! 🐶❤️ Remember those adorable puppies who arrived earlier this week? Well, after nose-to-tail examinations, grooming, and lots of TLC, they’re starting to become available for adoption at our Port Washington, NY Adoption Center! Get ready for some squiggly, wiggly puppy cuteness! Come meet your new best friend! 🐾 #getyourrescueon

🐾 Could today be the day you adopt your new best friend? ❤️ Our Port Washington, NY Adoption Center doors are OPEN! 🏡 Here are just some of the adorable adoptable dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens waiting to meet you! DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR HOME RUN ADOPTION SPECIAL! 🐶🐱 In celebration of Pete Alonso’s 300th career home run, we’re hitting a home run for homeless pets! 🏆 Thanks to @PolarPete20 and @AlonsoFoundation, adoption fees will be waived for eligible dogs and cats 6 months and older at North Shore Animal League America! Come meet your MVP and make today the day you change a life - and your own! ❤️🐾 #getyourrescueon

🐾💙 Robbie (#NCR8993), a lovable 9-month-old Siberian Husky mix, has already overcome so much! Robbie arrived at our Port Washington, NY adoption center with an injured eye that sadly couldn't be saved, but thanks to our amazing Pet Health Centers, he's now healthy and ready for his forever home! Robbie has so much love to give and would thrive in a home with older children. This sweet boy has a bright future ahead of him, all he's missing is you! Could you be Robbie's happily ever after? 🐶❤️ 🚨⚾️Reminder... Our HOME RUN ADOPTION SPECIAL is still active! 🏡🏃 Thanks to Pete Alonso and the Alonso Foundation, adoption fees are WAIVED for eligible pets 6 months and older, while sponsorship funds last!  Use this savings to spoil your new best friend, Robbie!  #GetYourRescueOn

Meet Bear. 🐻❤️ He knows what it feels like to be loved in a home, and more than anything, he wants that feeling back. Just 3 years old, this 62-pound Chow Chow/Lab mix was adopted from us as a puppy. But through no fault of his own, he recently found himself back in our care. And shelter life has been especially difficult for this sweet boy. He has so much love to give, but what he really needs is a person to call his own, a cozy place to rest his head, and the comfort of knowing he's home for good. When Bear returned, our team discovered that he has epilepsy. But here's some wonderful news for his future family: as long as Bear receives his routine checkups and care through our Pet Health Centers, his medications and associated fees will be covered at cost.  Bear has already experienced the joy of having a family. We don't want him to have to wait much longer to experience it again. He deserves to feel safe, loved, and cherished every single day. Could you be the one to bring him home? ❤️ 🚨⚾️ A REMINDER: OUR HOME RUN ADOPTION SPECIAL IS STILL ON! 🏡 Thanks to Pete Alonso and the Alonso Foundation, adoption fees are WAIVED for eligible pets 6 months and older, while sponsorship funds last! Give Bear the fresh start he's been waiting for and use those savings to spoil your new best friend! Please help us get Bear back where he belongs. In a home. 🐾 #GetYourRescueOn

🎬 Lights, Camera, Dr. Finkelstein! We needed to test our new camera, so we turned to 2-month-old Hound mix Dr. Finkelstein. 🎥🐶 Did he nail the assignment? Oh, you better believe it! 😂 This little star is a natural in front of the lens! Now he's ready for his close-up… and his forever home! ❤️ Come meet Dr. Finkelstein at our Port Washington, NY Adoption Center. Your heart might just be his next big scene! 🐾 #getyourrescueon

Meet Cooper, the 60-pound goofball with a BIG personality and an even BIGGER love for his stuffed penguin! 🐧❤️ Cooper #R163907 is a 4-year-old Doberman mix who was rescued in September through our partnership with NMDR. Since arriving, our team has been working with Cooper to build his confidence, improve his social skills, and help him navigate some of the challenges that come with life in a shelter. And when Cooper gets some time outside his kennel, his playful side really shines! Whether he's having the time of his life with his favorite penguin, enjoying some playtime, or simply relaxing in his bed with a bone, Cooper knows how to have fun AND how to kick back. 🥰 Cooper is still learning how to navigate the world around him! He can get overstimulated by the sights and sounds of a busy shelter environment, particularly when he sees people and other dogs passing his kennel. He's also working on his leash manners and socialization skills. His ideal adopter will have experience with dogs, a commitment to continued training, and the patience to help him build confidence at his own pace.  With the right guidance, patience, and plenty of love, Cooper has so much potential to blossom into a wonderful, loyal companion. Could you be the person to help Cooper's next chapter begin? ❤️ 📩Visit our Port Washington, NY adoption center to meet Cooper!  #GetYourRescueOn #AdoptDontShop #DobermanMix #RescueDog

🚐🐾 WE’RE COMING TO A NEIGHBORHOOD NEAR YOU! ❤️ Our Mobile Adoption Unit is hitting the road again this week with some adorable adoptable dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens who are ready to meet their forever families! 🐶🐱 Check out our upcoming stops and make plans to meet your new best friend! 🌟 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5 | 4 PM – 7 PM 🐾 PetSmart, West Babylon 📍 353 West Montauk Highway, West Babylon, NY 🌟 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6 | 3 PM – 6 PM 🐾 Petco, College Point 📍 13311 20th Avenue, College Point, NY 🌟 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 | 12 PM – 4 PM 🐾 Bottle Bargains 📍 1033 Fort Salonga Road, Northport, NY ❤️ A special thank-you to @titosvodka for sponsoring our Bottle Bargains adoption event and supporting rescue animals! 🐶🐱 Your new best friend could be just around the corner! Tag someone who needs a little more love (and a few more paws) in their life, and come say hello! 📩 Questions? Email Offsite@AnimalLeague.org #GetYourRescueOn #LoveTitos

❤️🐾 HELP NOVA FIND A HOME! - DAY 1 🐾❤️ Welcome to Day 1 of Help Nova Find a Home! We’ll be featuring Nova every day until she finds her forever home. 🏡 Nova is a 7-year-old Terrier mix who first came to North Shore Animal League America from South Carolina in May 2019. She was quickly adopted and spent five happy years with her family. But when they moved and could no longer keep her, Nova found herself back at our adoption center. 💔 The shelter environment has been a little too stressful for Nova, so she’s currently staying in one of our staffers’ offices, where she’s more comfortable. Nova is a beautiful girl who would love to be the only pet in the home, soaking up all your love and attention. After five years with a family, Nova deserves another chance at happiness. We’ll be sharing her story every day until someone sees this sweet girl and says, “That’s my girl!” Could that person be YOU? Come meet Nova at our Port Washington, NY Adoption Center and help make her next chapter a happy one. ❤️ You’re an important part of making this happen. Please like and share so we can find her home that much faster. It’s DAY 1 – Let’s go! #GetYourRescueOn #HelpNovaFindAHome #AnimalLeague

🎃🐈‍⬛ A LITTLE HALLOWEEN MAGIC, A WHOLE LOT OF LOVE! 🧡🐾 Meet Empire (#R163917), a sweet 3-month-old boy who’s ready for a fresh start and a family to call his own! 🐱✨ We may never know how this little guy ended up at a municipal shelter, but we’re so happy he found his way to Bianca’s Furry Friends! As Empire settles into his new world, his initial shyness is giving way to gentle greetings and growing trust. And the way to his heart? Squeezy treats, of course! 😻 With his sweet nature and blossoming confidence, Empire could be a wonderful match for a family with older children who will give him the patience and love he needs to shine. ❤️ This Halloween, make a little magic of your own and give Empire the happily-ever-after he deserves! 🏡🐾 🎃🐾 HAPPY CATURDAYWEEN! 🐈‍⬛👻 #getyourrescueon #biancasfurryfriends #caturday