ASPCA marks 160 years – explore historical coverage of its beginnings
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is celebrating its 160th anniversary, which is more than 25 dog years. This milestone makes it one of the oldest nonprofit organizations in New York City. In honor of this occasion, the organization has shared significant moments from its history along with some archives, […]
“Provide” shelter: ASPCA and Humane Society thrive on your contributions, watchdog cautions
Concerns About Major Animal Charities Animal enthusiasts, take heed. Some of the largest charities in this sector might not be serving their intended purpose. That’s the assertion made by a watchdog group based in Washington, D.C. These organizations, with bases in Manhattan and Washington, collectively raise around $550 million each year, only to leave local […]
High-ranking executive at the ASPCA unjustly dismissed after raising concerns about serious fraud within the animal rights organization: lawsuit
The Chief Financial Officer of the ASPCA was dismissed in what seems to be an unjust manner while attending his daughter’s wedding. Gordon Lavalet, who held the position since 2021, claims that the esteemed nonprofit organization has engaged in distributing hundreds of millions in what he deems “illegal” contracts. His lawsuit also indicates that his […]
Almost 3,000 instances of animal cruelty were reported in New York City in the past ten years, according to the ASPCA.
According to a new report from the ASPCA released on May 5, New Yorkers tend to report incidents of dog abuse and neglect far more frequently than those involving cats. Out of 2,783 animal abuse cases documented by the ASPCA and NYPD from 2013 to 2022, a striking 2,271 cases were related to dogs. One […]