Animal Care Centers of NYC - Staten Island
A Legacy of Second Chances
Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) is dedicated to ending animal homelessness and providing compassionate, expert care for animals in need. We are here to ensure every animal is valued, respected, and finds a safe, loving home.
Serving Every Borough
Founded in 1995, ACC serves as the city’s only open-admissions shelter, welcoming animals from all backgrounds across Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Staten Island. We believe in building a more humane city where every pet has a home, and every home that wants one has a pet.
Our Care in Action
We have evolved from a basic shelter into a full-scale care organization that combines professional medical services with robust foster placements and behavioral support. Our dedicated team of professionals and volunteers works tirelessly to provide high-quality care while creating innovative solutions to keep pets with their families, such as our community vaccination clinics and training resources.
Building Your New Partnership
Adoption is a joyful journey that begins with a thoughtful match between you and your new companion. Our adoption counselors are on-site to guide you through the process, ensuring that each animal finds the best fit for their personality and your unique home environment.
Join Our Mission
Whether you are ready to adopt, volunteer, or foster, your support makes a real difference in the lives of New York City's animals. Please explore our current list of available pets online or visit us at our Staten Island Care Center to meet your new best friend today.
- Dedicated and helpful staff
- Compassionate end-of-life care
- Reports of staff coldness or lack of interest
7/17 - Best care for your adoptable pet: Sitting vs. boarding | July 18-19
Professional boarding offers controlled environments and socialization, while pet sitters provide home security and familiar routines for anxious animals.
