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.
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Roger Goes to College
Roger began his journey on the other side of the country in Smith County, Texas where he was rescued from a large-scale neglect case. Roger and nearly 40 other dogs were found outdoors in chain-link kennels with their water dishes frozen...

A Volunteer’s Experience Fostering Cats & Kittens
Each spring, shelters across the country experience an influx of kittens and pregnant mother cats. This period is known as 'kitten season'. Over the next few months, we expect to receive over 100 rescued kittens. Some kittens are born at...

Heroes Helping Animals Caught in the War in Ukraine
Photo Description: “A child holds her cat in her coat inside the railway station in Lviv.” - NBC Photo Credit: Bernat Armangue / AP Wars create countless innocent victims. Our hearts go out to all those currently surviving each day in Ukraine’s war zones and all those...
Upcoming Events
Spring into the Saddle – Session 2
April 27 - June 11Volunteer Orientation
June 11 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 amVolunteer Orientation
July 7 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Under The Spotlight
Trooper is on the mend and finding love one week after being rescued from the brink of death. This sweet boy was found severely malnourished and dehydrated, abandoned on the side of the road after a life of serious neglect. Trooper is now safe in our care, receiving medical attention, nourishment and TLC. We are so grateful for the outpouring of support we have received for Trooper’s care. Want to help Trooper and other homeless animals at our shelter who need specialized attention? Any donations that exceed the resources needed for Trooper’s care will go directly into the NCAL Medical Fund. We rely on this fund to help hundreds of homeless animals every year who, like Trooper, need medical attention that surpasses our budget for routine-care.
Ways to Give
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.