North Shore Animal League America

NORTH SHORE ANIMAL LEAGUE AMERICA LEADS WORLDWIDE CELEBRATION OF DOGust 1ST® - THE OFFICIAL BIRTHDAY FOR ALL RESCUE DOGS

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Monday, July 31, 2023

PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y., July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tuesday, August 1st is DOGust 1ST®– the official birthday for all rescue dogs – and North Shore Animal League America is encouraging animal lovers around the country and globe to join them in celebrating the incredible meaning our adopted animals add to our lives.

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  • YOU'RE INVITED TO THE WORLDWIDE CELEBRATION OF DOGust 1st -- THE OFFICIAL BIRTHDAY OF ALL RESCUE DOGS!!
  • Since the actual dates of birth for most rescued dogs are unknown, Animal League America created DOGust 1st to celebrate rescue dogs (those adopted and those awaiting loving homes.)
  • "This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate rescue dogs and the invaluable role they play in our lives, while raising awareness about the importance of rescue and adoption," said Joanne Yohannan, Senior Vice President, Operations, North Shore Animal League America.
  • In honor of DOGust 1st, North Shore Animal League America, and many of their shelter partners across the country, will be participating in DOGust 1st festivities throughout the week (August 1 – 7.)

THOUSANDS OF ANIMALS WILL FIND LOVING HOMES AS NORTH SHORE ANIMAL LEAGUE AMERICA KICKS OFF 29TH ANNUAL GLOBAL PET ADOPTATHON® - IN PARTNERSHIP WITH RACHAEL RAY® NUTRISH®

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Monday, May 1, 2023

PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y., May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- North Shore Animal League America is enlisting more than 2,000 shelter and rescue partners, with thousands of available dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens – of all ages, breeds, and sizes - as they kick off their 29th annual Global Pet Adoptathon®- in partnership with Rachael Ray® Nutrish®.

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  • This yearly, month-long initiative focuses on finding loving, responsible homes for animals rescued locally, nationally, and internationally.
  • It also celebrates the devoted worldwide community that facilitates and supports animal rescue and adoption.
  • Animal League America collaborates with each to help solicit local media to broadcast the shared message of choosing animal adoption.
  • Together, everyone is working with one common goal: finding responsible, loving homes for thousands of homeless animals.

DOGS RULE AT STEPPING STONES MUSEUM FOR CHILDREN WITH MUTT-I-GREES ADOPTION EXPO

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Friday, April 21, 2023

NORWALK, Conn., April 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- If you enjoy the powerful social and emotional benefits of the human bond with animals, head to Stepping Stones Museum for Children for the Mutt-i-grees® Adoption Expo on Sunday, April 30 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.

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  • NORWALK, Conn., April 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- If you enjoy the powerful social and emotional benefits of the human bond with animals, head to Stepping Stones Museum for Children for the Mutt-i-grees® Adoption Expo on Sunday, April 30 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.
  • Hosted by members of the museum's Youth Enrichment at Stepping Stones (YES2) volunteers, Norwalk PAWS animal shelter and Stamford's Lucky Dog Refuge, families and children will learn about the many ways adoption benefits communities.
  • Stepping Stones is unique in that it has adapted the Curriculum to its museum setting and the daily variety of children that it serves.
  • During the program, children get to enjoy a book about dogs and learn how to safely meet a dog brought into the museum for these sessions.

Children’s Book Author and Artist Karen Winnick Was Featured Reader for Mutt-i-grees® Curriculum in March

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Author and artist Karen B. Winnick was a featured reader on Thursday, March 9th as part of a virtual authors program sponsored by the award-winning Mutt-i-grees® Curriculum .

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  • Author and artist Karen B. Winnick was a featured reader on Thursday, March 9th as part of a virtual authors program sponsored by the award-winning Mutt-i-grees® Curriculum .
  • Mrs. Winnick read to an audience of school groups from her newest book, Can You Spot the Leopard?
  • An African Safari" is author and artist Karen Winnick's newest book.
  • (Credit: Karen Winnick)
    The Mutt-i-grees® Curriculum was developed by North Shore Animal League and Yale University’s School of the 21st Century .

Ali Weiss Jewelry Launches High-Quality Signature Style Jewelry Collection Empowering Women to be Creatively Unique

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023

The founder of Ali Weiss Jewelry, Ali Weiss, has had a soft spot for jewelry from a young age.

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  • The founder of Ali Weiss Jewelry, Ali Weiss, has had a soft spot for jewelry from a young age.
  • At Ali Weiss Jewelry, we offer a wide range of options so that women can express their own unique personal style through their jewelry.
  • Through her jewelry Ali is not only giving women jewelry that they can use to express their style, but also an outlet to express their very own individuality.
  • In a world where women are often at a disadvantage due to their gender, Ali Weiss Jewelry is all about empowering women to break the mold and create their own unique look and style.

Beth Stern and Fine Jewelry Brand Star Animal Sundays Collaborate on Limited Edition Charm to Benefit Beth's Furry Friends Foundation

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Thursday, January 26, 2023

NEW YORK, Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Beth Stern, NY Times best-selling author and national spokesperson for North Shore Animal League America, and fine jewelry brand Star Animal Sundays have launched a co-designed, limited edition charm symbolizing the protection for animals in need.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Beth Stern, NY Times best-selling author and national spokesperson for North Shore Animal League America, and fine jewelry brand Star Animal Sundays have launched a co-designed, limited edition charm symbolizing the protection for animals in need.
  • Stern has also been instrumental in the creation of Bianca's Furry Friends Feline Adoption Center which opened at North Shore Animal League in 2020, the world's largest no-kill shelter and rescue organization.
  • This abundance of love for animals has been key in the partnership of Stern's charity, Beth's Furry Friends Foundation, with the New York and Los Angeles based fine jewelry brand.
  • Stern, who pledged to donate 100% of her proceeds to Beth's Furry Friends Foundation, noted, "I'm thrilled to collaborate with Star Animal Sundays on this very special charm.

Ali Weiss Jewelry Empowers Giving Back with Charity Collaborations

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022

Ali Weiss Jewelry extends their giving period throughout the year to support organizations like the Jewish National Fund, North Shore Animal League, and Lustgarten Foundation.

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  • Ali Weiss Jewelry extends their giving period throughout the year to support organizations like the Jewish National Fund, North Shore Animal League, and Lustgarten Foundation.
  • Ali Weiss Jewelry joined the Lustgarten Foundation when Ali, the Founder's, father-in-law, passed away from pancreatic cancer.
  • All our products are available in 14k yellow, rose, and white gold, where you can pick and choose as you wish to match your outfit and mood," said Ali Weiss, Founder of Ali Weiss Jewelry.
  • Ali Weiss Jewelry plans to expand their charity partnership throughout 2023, with the long-term goal of every piece providing a way to give back.

VIP PENTHOUSE PARTY WITH PUPPIES HIGHLIGHTS NORTH SHORE ANIMAL LEAGUE AMERICA'S "CELEBRATION OF RESCUE"

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- North Shore Animal League America, the world's largest no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization, hosted a "Celebration of Rescue" on Wednesday, November 16thwith a VIP In-Person and Virtual Penthouse Party with Puppies at Manhattan's Royalton Park Avenue. This year's event drew attendees from all sectors of New York's animal-loving community and beyond.  Television personality and comedian Joe Gatto served as Host for the evening's in-person and streaming festivities, many of whom have adopted from North Shore Animal League America.

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  • Proceeds from Star-Studded Soiree Will Help Continue Animal League America's No-Kill Mission to Rescue, Nurture, Adopt, And Educate
    NEW YORK, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- North Shore Animal League America, the world's largest no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization, hosted a "Celebration of Rescue" on Wednesday, November 16thwith a VIP In-Person and Virtual Penthouse Party with Puppies at Manhattan's Royalton Park Avenue.
  • This year's event drew attendees from all sectors of New York's animal-loving community and beyond.
  • Television personality and comedian Joe Gatto served as Host for the evening's in-person and streaming festivities, many of whom have adopted from North Shore Animal League America.
  • The night's program featured exclusive virtual message from Animal League America spokesperson Beth Stern, a virtual mixology segment with Animal League America board member/musician John Cusimano, and videos highlighting the heartwarming stories of animals who have benefitted from the incredible, life-saving work done by North Shore Animal League America.

Dogs Play a Vital Role in Children's Mental Health

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Monday, November 7, 2022

PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y., Nov. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- North Shore Animal League America's Mutt-i-grees® Curriculum develops a comprehensive online "playbook" explaining the benefits and implementation of the School Dog Program with a grant from the Scranton, PA based Robert H. Spitz Foundation. The course and other resources of Mutt-i-grees Curriculum help educators support mental health through social emotional learning and humane education.

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  • The course and other resources of Mutt-i-grees Curriculum help educators support mental health through social emotional learning and humane education.
  • A grant funded the development of a second online professional education offering, Mutt-i-grees School Dog Course, available to educators through the program's website - muttigrees.org.
  • Building on the first course, Mutt-i-grees, An Introduction, this course dives into the best practices and protocols for the School Dog Program which integrates rescue dogs into the daily school routines.
  • To date, the Robert H. Spitz Foundation has provided over $2.1 million in funding to the community.

Rachael Ray® Nutrish® Partners with World's Largest No-Kill Rescue and Adoption Organization

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Wednesday, March 2, 2022

ORRVILLE, Ohio, March 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Rachael Ray Nutrish announced it was named the new, exclusive feeding partner of the world's largest no-kill rescue and adoption organization, North Shore Animal League America (NSALA).

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  • ORRVILLE, Ohio, March 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Rachael Ray Nutrish announced it was named the new, exclusive feeding partner of the world's largest no-kill rescue and adoption organization, North Shore Animal League America (NSALA).
  • "We couldn't be more excited to partner with the North Shore Animal League America, giving pets a chance at finding a forever home," said John Spain, Director, Marketing Rachael Ray Nutrish.
  • "Supporting dogs and cats in need is part of the DNA of the Nutrish brand and our core purpose," said Rachael Ray.
  • As the world's largest no-kill rescue and adoption organization, we understand that a rescue isn't complete until each animal is placed into a loving home.