The ASPCA's purpose, as stated by its founder Henry Bergh, is "to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States."

Description:
Presently thousands of animals a year pass through our facilities to be sheltered, adopted or receive medical treatment. In addition to the hands-on care of animals, the ASPCA has programs that educate the public about animal welfare issues and work to protect animals through legislation. The Humane Law Enforcement Department is also fully empowered to enforce animal-related laws throughout New York State.

History:
Since it's founding the ASPCA has protected, nurtured and sheltered tens of millions of unwanted, neglected and abused animals. Before 1995, the ASPCA also handled animal control for the city, a job that is now handled by the Center for Animal Care and Control (CACC).

Contact person: Allison Cardona, Director, (212) 876-7700 ext. 4315, (email)
Office fax number: (212) 348-3031

Address:

424 East 92 Street New York, NY 10128 (See a map)

Directions:

Take the 4, 5, 6 trains   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: 86 & 96 Street (Lexington Ave)

Overall Experience   
i am now vounteering at the everret animal shelter with my mom, and we both loveit. I love to work withhe puppy

Well I have gained more patience and more love for animals than I have ever had. posted by wanttobeananimalcop on April 9, 2008