Our mission is to promote compassionate and responsible relationships between humans and animals.
Since 1994, NCAL has contributed to a more humane community for all beings and saved over 14,000 lives through our programs. Read more.
FIND YOUR NEXT BEST FRIEND
Skip’s Broken Heart is Healed!
Skip and his brother Ben sadly arrived at NCAL last month after their owner passed. This left both of them heartbroken, confused and displaced. But we noticed how they both lit up when they were off leash in our fenced-in area. Their...
Our COVID-19 ADOPTION PROCESS
NCAL is committed to the health and well-being of our community and staff. With an abundance of caution we have slowly begun to get back to "normal". Animal adoptions and interstate transports have resumed and we are offering a fall after-school horsemanship program...
Fynn Finally Finds His Forever Home
Fynn was adopted from us as a puppy, but returned over the summer because he was not a good fit. Having spent much of his adolescent years in and out of the shelter environment, we knew Jim would need owners willing to help him become the best dog...
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Thank you for choosing to support our programs to help homeless pets. There are many ways to get involved, whether you choose to support our cause and operations through donation, or volunteering your time and efforts directly. Find out more.
Under The Spotlight
At 9 years old, all that Marilyn wants is to spend the rest of her days with a family to call her very own. During her time here, she has quickly earned her way into becoming a staff favorite. Marilyn is playful, smart, affectionate and greets everyone she knows with her beaming smile. She has lived with a young child before as well as another dog, but a female-only home would be the most ideal for her as she can be weary of men. Though she has a few quirks, Marilyn promises to be a devoted forever friend, always ready to brighten up even the gloomiest of days!