ASPCA

Whether it's for a weekend or a month, fostering has an impact larger than just one animal 🧡 Our network of fosters across the ASPCA's programs is a lifeline. By fostering, you're freeing up space for the next animal in need. That's #TheRescueEffect 🐾

CHECK IT OUT: Justin Theroux and his rescue pit bull Kuma share why they’re part of #TheRescueEffect, our national adoption campaign Kuma and Justin’s bond is proof that The Rescue Effect is real! Learn more at

We’re excited to announce Justin Theroux and his adopted pup, Kuma, as ambassadors for the ASPCA’s national adoption campaign – #TheRescueEffect! Justin is well known for advocating for pet adoption alongside his inseparable rescue pit bull, Kuma🧡

We think Zuna is the cutest pumpkin in the patch 🎃🐾 Celebrating #NationalPumpkinDay in style, this 6-year-old city girl is equal parts playful and cuddly. She loves people, enjoys other dogs and is ready to charm her way into a home before Halloween! 🧡

Updating our MySpace status to: feeling nostalgic 📱💿 Kate Steinberg, AKA the queen of Y2K, is joining #TheRescueEffect alongside her rescue pets Mike, Bob and Lincoln! Adopt one, help many. 🐾 Learn more at

All Hallows' Eve is nearly here! Ghosts and ghouls may give you a fright, but do you know what else goes bump in the night? Our experts at ASPCA Poison Control have tricks and treats to keep your pets safe this spooky season. Presented by @buzzrxcard🐝

Actress to activist, it’s no secret that @elaine4animals has a lot of love for animals! We’re thrilled to team up with the amazing Elaine Hendrix during the final month of #TheRescueEffect and Adopt a Shelter Dog Month. 🧡 Learn more at

We had a howlin' good time at this year's Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade, led by New York Dog Parade and presented by Kismet! Cloud stole the show in his "Adopt Me" badge, kicking off the parade with @johnlegend. Read more about the event:

Commercial breeding facilities, AKA puppy mills, are often closed to the public and the USDA inspects infrequently. While the public can request inspection images, it can take up to TWO YEARS to receive them! Puppy mill dogs are left hidden. Take action:

Thank you @SpeakerMenin, @ChrisMarteNYC, and @Lynn4NYC for your leadership in passing Romanch's Law to phase out horse-drawn carriages!

Horse Carriage Ban Officially Passes in N.Y.C., Ending the Central Park Staple

BREAKING: NYC has passed Romanch’s Law, a historic bill that will phase out horse-drawn carriages by 2028, protecting both horses and public safety.

You may have questions as to what happens next after this bill’s passing, and we have answers. Read more about this historic win:

Rescued from neglect, Jay was fearful of people and the world around him. After 17 weeks of specialized care, he found the confidence he needed to thrive and eventually his family! Read his story, in celebration of @subaru_usa's National Make A Dog's Day:

Thanks to @subaru_usa, adoptable Stella is having a very happy National Make A Dog’s Day! This affectionate pup loves city adventures, giving kisses and spending time with her favorite people. Now she needs a home to call her own. Learn more by visiting

Life is good for being an ASPCA Relocation Driver! We’ve helped 300K+ animals since 2014 & the number continues to grow. Thank you to @Lifeisgood for partnering with us to help animals! When we work together, we save more lives. That’s #TheRescueEffect 🧡

Rescue looks good on actress Chrishell Stause and her pup, Peace! 🐶🧡 Just in time for Adopt a Shelter Dog Month and the final stretch of #TheRescueEffect, Chrishell and Peace are helping us spread the word about the lifesaving impact of pet adoption.

When you adopt one, you help many. That's #TheRescueEffect! We're partnering with our friends at @subaru_usa to bring you some adoptable pups to celebrate #SubaruLovePets, their national initiative dedicated to improving the lives of shelter animals.

Did Ansel, Kazoo, Baby Stripes or Lee catch your eye? Visit to learn more about how you can join #TheRescueEffect and adopt one of them today! Thanks again, @subaru_usa , for making the world a better place for shelter animals.

Congratulations to our 2026 Fund to End Factory Farming grantees! Their projects will add to the abundant evidence that the safest and most resilient food system is one WITHOUT factory farming. Read more about our grantees here:

📢 ICYMI: Last week, the ASPCA removed and transported animals from a suspected dogfighting case in South Carolina. As we continue to provide legal & investigative assistance and urgent medical care to the dogs, we need your support. Rush a gift today: