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The Best Long Island, NY Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024

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June 25, 2024

Dog Rescues & Shelters

This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in Long Island, NY. These remarkable organizations have been recognized for their unwavering dedication to the well-being of countless dogs. We've compiled this list by gathering heartfelt testimonials from both the Sniffspot community and the wider public, ensuring a comprehensive perspective on these exceptional shelters.

    CH Boxer Rescue
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    We are foster based
    long islandNew YorkUS
    Boxer, English Bulldog, French Bulldog, PugBoxer, English Bulldog, French Bulldog, Pug
    We were looking for an older boxer to rescue. We were approved and on the wait list for a few weeks. There were a lot of dogs but the screening process is really thorough. While we wanted an older dog, it was becoming difficult to find one that would fit in our family dynamic, as we have a cat and a child under 13. CH Boxer rescue does a fabulous job vetting potential adopters and placing them with the right dog. The foster program is incredible. Due to our family circumstances, we ended up adopting a puppy! This was the best fit for our family and came at the recommendation of the rescue. They care about the dogs they rescue and the adopters equally. Definitely would recommend this rescue for anyone who wants a dog that fits their family well.
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    CH Boxer Rescue

    #64 in United States, #4 in New York, #1 in Long Island
    #1 in pug
    #2 in boxer
    #2 in french Bulldog
    #2 in english Bulldog

    Boxer, English Bulldog, French Bulldog, Pug

    Long Island

    CH Boxer Rescue is a 501(c)3. A non-profit dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating Boxers, Bulldogs & assorted breeds in the northeastern US. We save dogs from puppy mills, shelters, and the streets, as well as accept owner surrenders. We strive to take dogs of ALL ages and do not shy away from medical emergencies. Established in 2015.

    "We were looking for an older boxer to rescue. We were approved and on the wait list for a few..."

    beth f.

    Adoptee

    "I have fostered 3 dogs with CH boxer rescue. They are always supportive of each foster and their unique needs...."

    mark t.

    Volunteer / foster, Supporter, Fan


  • New York Bully Crew
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    1457 Montauk Highway East Patchogue, NY 11772
    long islandNew YorkUS
    NYBC is the best! They do not shy away from some of the worst cases and greatly deserve this recognition!
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    New York Bully Crew

    #99 in United States, #10 in New York, #2 in Long Island

    Long Island

    The New York Bully Crew is a non-profit that pulls bully breeds from kill shelters, rescues them from the streets, provides them with all their necessary medical care, and then works tirelessly to find loving homes for them. NYBC also hosts dogs from other shelters and foster homes that are looking for a forever home. They work hard to get each dog adopted by loving families who will appreciate their intelligence, personality, and spirit.

    "NYBC is the best! They do not shy away from some of the worst cases and greatly deserve this recognition!..."

    ann o.

    Supporter


  • Bideawee
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    long islandNew YorkUS
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    Bideawee

    #100 in United States, #11 in New York, #3 in Long Island

    Long Island

    One of our country's first no-kill animal welfare organizations, Bideawee is 100% reliant on private support to fuel our lifesaving work. Explore the many ways you can support Bideawee today!


  • Last Chance Animal Rescue
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    Last Chance Animal Rescue

    #100 in United States, #11 in New York, #3 in Long Island

    Long Island

    Last Chance Animal Rescue is a charitable, not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, created to save the lives of animals. We are grateful for our dedicated community of adopters, fosters, volunteers, sponsors and supporters. Without you we could not achieve our life saving mission.


  • Social Tees Animal Rescue - NYC
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    long islandNew YorkUS
  • Social Tees Animal Rescue - NYC Logo

    Social Tees Animal Rescue - NYC

    #100 in United States, #11 in New York, #3 in Long Island

    Long Island

    Social Tees Animal Rescue is a non-profit (501c3 ) no-kill rescue in NYC finding forever homes for abandoned dogs and cats. We are a foster-based, community oriented organization founded on the principles of responsible pet ownership and creating a supportive environment for our staff and volunteers. Ensuring access to thorough veterinary treatment and the wellbeing of our animals are our highest priorities, and we pride ourselves in matching each animal with the family best able to meet its needs for life.


  • ANIMAL RESCUE FUND OF THE HAMPTONS
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    124 Daniels Hole Road, East Hampton, New York 11937
    long islandNew YorkUS
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    ANIMAL RESCUE FUND OF THE HAMPTONS

    #100 in United States, #11 in New York, #3 in Long Island

    Long Island

    ARF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Your contributions make our work possible. Since it was founded in 1974, ARF has saved over 30,000 cats and dogs. To date ARF's Op-Cat program has successfully spayed/neutered over 35,000 cats. ARF's veterinary team ensures all animals for adoption are spayed/neutered, microchipped, vaccinated and ready for homes. ARF's mobile adoption team travels to locations across the region. Visit our website to find locations near you. The ARF Thrift & Treasure Shop is located at 17 Poxabogue Lane, Sagaponack, NY. All proceeds benefit the Adoption Center. ARF is a no kill adoption center. We will care for an animal regardless of how long it takes to find a home, except in extraordinary circumstances, such as incurable illness or severe and dangerous behavioral problems. Animals are admitted by appointment only.


  • SNARR Northeast
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    46 Sodom RoadBrewster, NY 10509
    long islandNew YorkUS
  • SNARR Northeast Logo

    SNARR Northeast

    #100 in United States, #11 in New York, #3 in Long Island

    Long Island

    SNARR Northeast (Special Needs Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation) is based out of Westchester County, New York, was founded in 2011 and is run by Courtney Bellew. "I had found my passion and wanted to do more to help in my own area. SNARR Northeast was born We save the toughest dogs to place; those with serious medical conditions, paralyzed dogs, deaf and blind dogs, severely emaciated dogs, dogs with neurological deficits & disease, dogs with injuries and orthopedic issues the animals that nobody else wants; the dogs that would otherwise be euthanized. The 501(c)3 rescue has since saved countless animals. We are a smaller rescue, with BIG hearts and we do our best to make each dog feel as though they are someone's pet. We do not believe in pulling a dog from a shelter, only to put it in another shelter environment. Not only do we give these dogs a place to live, but we work diligently with them, socializing them, training them, rehabilitating them, and providing whatever extensive and costly medical care they require.


  • Mr Bones & Co
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    long islandNew YorkUS
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    Mr Bones & Co

    #100 in United States, #11 in New York, #3 in Long Island

    Long Island

    Mr. Bones & Co., is a volunteer based 501(c)3 animal welfare non-profit based in the greater New York City area and the Hudson Valley region of upstate NY. Our main function is canine rescue, via One Lucky Pup, our signature rescue, rehabilitation and adoption program. OLP specializes in dogs facing extraordinary challenges, whether it be extensive emergency veterinary care/surgery, unfair breed discrimination or those languishing in municipal shelters with behavioral issues that make them harder to place. Our experience in the deepest of these rescue trenches gives us keen insight into understanding the challenges of animal welfare. We focus on the quality of our cases, not the quantity. By keeping our program small, typically no more than fifteen dogs at a time, we are able to put an intensive amount of attention into each dog and evaluate their needs intimately to determine their best home. This individualized plan of care enhances the adoption process, making less room for negative variables to occur post-adoption. MBC also provides support to existing shelters and rescue groups via outreach initiatives including spay/neuter events, fundraising, and adoption support. We award numerous grants each year for a variety of services; pet care and emergency assistance to low income families, adoption training to help harder to place dogs find homes, and assistance to selfless animal rescuers doing what they can on their own. We believe animal welfare is a community effort and work hard to be part of the bigger picture.


  • NYC Second Chance Rescue
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    NYC Second Chance Rescue

    #100 in United States, #11 in New York, #3 in Long Island

    Long Island

    NYC Second Chance Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 2009. With the help of our community of donors and supporters, we have saved over 15,000 lives from an unimaginable fate. We concentrate our efforts on large breed dogs and cats who need critical life-saving care. These two criteria make up most of the euthanasias in the United States.


  • Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation
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    102 Old Riverhead Rd WESTHampton Bays, NY 11946
    long islandNew YorkUS
  • Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation Logo

    Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation

    #100 in United States, #11 in New York, #3 in Long Island

    Long Island

    The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit, open admission, no kill- shelter that relies on the generosity of our donors and volunteers to care for the homeless animals in our community, and place them in loving forever homes. The shelter provides a stepping stone for these animals offering them housing, food, medical treatment, training, and rehabilitation when necessary. For 14 years since the Town eliminated the shelter and SASF was formed, we have been dedicated to caring for homeless animals in our community of 25 hamlets and villages but, we don't stop there. We rescue dogs from kill shelters and dire situations across the country from New York City to Georgia to Puerto Rico and even Mexico. We have proven ourselves to be a leading shelter, and we pride ourselves on finding excellent homes for a large numbers of animals. Since 2010, the shelter's adoption rate has increased significantly due to the many new services we provide, such as a veterinary clinic that handles all incoming medical evaluations and care, public spay and neuter services, micro-chipping, and inoculations. We have one of the best training and behavior departments in the country. Our program socializes, integrates, and enriches the lives of shelter dogs and it has proven to increase the rate of adoptability of these dogs.


  • Korean K9 Rescue
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    long islandNew YorkUS
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    Korean K9 Rescue

    #100 in United States, #11 in New York, #3 in Long Island

    Long Island

    Korean K9 Rescue is a volunteer-driven No-Kill dog rescue organization based in Queens, New York and Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, South Korea As a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization, we transport homeless and mistreated dogs from South Korea and place them with loving forever families, primarily in New York City, Boston, and Los Angeles. Because of an unfortunate stigma surrounding mixed-breed dogs and the dog meat trade that persists within the country many dogs in South Korea are unlikely to be adopted at home and are in grave danger of being euthanized.


What's the Sniffspot Long Island Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List About?

Welcome to the 2024 Long Island, NY Sniffspot Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List, highlighting the top rescues and shelters in Long Island, NY chosen by the Sniffspot community and the public.

This list is sponsored by Sniffspot, the largest global network of private dog parks. Sniffspot offers 11 private dog parks in the Long Island area, including fenced, water, indoor, and beach parks. As a hub for rescue dogs, our sponsorship underscores our dedication to supporting shelters and rescues. Explore Long Island dog parks on Sniffspot's platform.

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Sniffspot Long Island Dog Rescues & Shelters Frequently Asked Questions

How many dog rescues and shelters operate in Long Island?

There are 11 in Long Island. Outside of Long Island, there are 52 located in New York.

What are the most reputable dog rescues and shelters in Long Island?

There are many reputable rescues in Long Island, the top 3 on our list are: CH Boxer Rescue, New York Bully Crew, Last Chance Animal Rescue.

What specialized services do dog rescues and shelters in Long Island offer?

The most common specialization for dog rescues and shelters in Long Island is Boxer with 1 focusing on it. The second most common specialization is English Bulldog with 1 focusing on it.

How can I adopt a rescue dog in Long Island?

Using our list of the top dog rescues and shelters, you can find a reputable shelter in Long Island. The adoption policies of each shelter varies and you can find information on the shelter profile page. Here is an example adoption policy:
All applicants are screened including initial phone interview, vet references, home visit and final adoption interview. All dogs adopted through CHBR are followed by volunteers for up to a year or more and if any reason a placement does not work all dogs come back to the rescue and cannot be rehomed or sent to shelter by the adopter. We maintain an open door policy with our adopters for our dogs with regular communication.

Are there any breed-specific dog rescues and shelters in Long Island?

Yes! Long Island has the following types of breed-specific dog rescues and shelters: Boxer English Bulldog French Bulldog Pug

Can you recommend any dog rescues in Long Island that specialize in senior dogs?

We do not have any record of senior dog rescues and shelters in Long Island, but these are the closest cities with senior dog rescues and shelters: Poughkeepsie

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