National Pet Day on April 11 celebrates our beloved animal companions while raising awareness for those pets who may not receive the attention and care they deserve. This observance highlights the importance of supporting orphaned and sheltered animals to improve their health and enhance their chances for adoption.
Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) provides essential services across the five boroughs. It operates under contract with the New York City Department of Health (DOH) and works in partnership with the New York City Police Department (NYPD) and the Department of Parks and Recreation.
As a not-for-profit organization established in 1995, ACC operates three full-service Animal Care Centers in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Staten Island, plus two Admissions Centers in the Bronx and Queens. Through their New Hope program, ACC partners with placement organizations to find homes for thousands of animals annually. This community initiative has been particularly successful, with New Hope partners accounting for 70% of all placements, helping over 14,000 animals find new homes in recent years.
Ensure your pet’s well-being with a few simple checks:
- Verify when vaccinations are due and schedule appointments as needed
- Sort through your pet’s toys and discard any that have become unsafe
- Inspect your pet’s collar to ensure tags are secure and contact information is current
Opportunities with ACC:
- Adopt a pet
- Become a foster parent for animals awaiting permanent homes
- Volunteer your time to help care for sheltered animals
- Donate to support ACC’s ongoing work
- Report animals in need to ACC’s Field Operations team
For more information about ACC’s programs and services or to learn how you can adopt, foster, or support animals in need, visit the Animal Care Centers of NYC website.
