About Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC)
Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) is a leading non-profit animal welfare organization dedicated to rescue, sheltering, and adoption services in New York City, United States. As the largest open-admission animal shelter in the region, ACC provides compassionate care for homeless, abandoned, and injured animals, ensuring they find loving forever homes.
With a mission to end animal homelessness and promote responsible pet ownership, ACC operates multiple care centers across New York City, serving thousands of animals each year. The organization is committed to saving lives, educating communities, and advocating for humane treatment of animals.
Services & Programs
ACC provides comprehensive animal care services, focusing on adoption, rescue, and public outreach initiatives.
1. Animal Adoptions
- Cats, Dogs, Rabbits, and Guinea Pigs – Facilitating thousands of adoptions annually.
- Adoption Counseling – Helping potential pet owners find the perfect match.
- Low-Cost Adoptions – Ensuring affordable pet adoption opportunities.
2. Animal Rescue & Shelter Services
- Field Operations Team – Responding to reports of stray, injured, and abused animals.
- Emergency Rescue Support – Partnering with New York City agencies for animal emergencies.
- Temporary Housing for Pets – Providing shelter for animals in need of urgent care.
3. Pet Surrender & Rehoming Services
- Managed Intake Process – Supporting pet owners in crisis situations.
- Safe Placement for Pets – Finding new homes for surrendered animals.
- Foster Care Network – Working with volunteers to provide temporary homes.
4. Community Outreach & Education
- Pet Wellness & Vaccination Clinics – Offering low-cost veterinary care.
- Responsible Pet Ownership Education – Hosting seminars and workshops.
- Lost & Found Pet Assistance – Helping reunite lost pets with their owners.
Impact & Key Statistics
ACC has played a critical role in reducing pet homelessness and improving animal welfare in NYC.
- Over 20,000 animals cared for annually across multiple shelters.
- Adoption rates have increased by 35% in the past five years.
- Rescue operations respond to 3,500+ animal emergencies each year.
- Over 5,000 foster volunteers provide temporary homes for rescued animals.
- 90%+ live release rate achieved, ensuring most animals find homes.
Partnerships & Collaborations
ACC works closely with government agencies, animal welfare groups, and community organizations to enhance animal welfare programs.
- Collaboration with NYC Department of Health – Ensuring safe and ethical pet adoptions.
- Partnerships with ASPCA and Humane Society – Strengthening animal rescue efforts.
- Engagement with Local Veterinarians – Providing low-cost healthcare for rescued animals.
- Corporate Sponsorship Programs – Partnering with businesses to fund adoption events and shelters.
Quality & Compliance Standards
ACC adheres to strict operational and ethical guidelines to ensure the highest standards of animal welfare.
- Licensed under NYC Animal Welfare Regulations – Meeting state and city animal care guidelines.
- No-Kill Commitment – Maintaining a 90%+ live release rate.
- Transparent Adoption Process – Following best practices in ethical pet placement.
Customer & Community Testimonials
"ACC helped us find our perfect pet! The adoption process was smooth, and we received great support from their team."
– Pet Adopter, NYC
"Their rescue team is doing an amazing job saving stray animals. We’re grateful for their commitment to animal welfare."
– Animal Advocate, New York
Major Achievements
- 20,000+ animals rescued, rehabilitated, and adopted each year.
- 90%+ live release rate, ensuring successful rehoming for shelter animals.
- 5,000+ foster care volunteers supporting temporary pet housing.
- Recognized as a leading non-profit animal welfare organization in NYC.
Why Choose Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC)?
- Largest Open-Admission Animal Shelter in NYC – Supporting homeless and abandoned animals.
- Comprehensive Animal Care Services – From rescue and rehoming to wellness and education.
- High Adoption Success Rate – Matching thousands of pets with loving homes each year.
- Community-Driven & Volunteer-Supported – Engaging thousands of New Yorkers in animal welfare initiatives.
- Advocating for Humane Pet Ownership – Ensuring long-term well-being for adopted animals.
Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) continues to save lives, strengthen communities, and promote responsible pet ownership, ensuring a better future for animals in need.
