Shannon Novey and her family were ready to bring another pet into their home after the loss of their beloved poodle, Coco. They’d gotten their previous dogs from breeders, but at the urging of her ...

Meet the Smithtown Animal Shelter’s Pet of the Week, Parkour! Parkour is a striking brown-and-white tabby estimated to be ...

Snoop Dog is a playful 1-year-old mix ready for adoption. Healthy, energetic and eager to learn, he’s looking for an active ...

The celebrity rescue dog parents have teamed up with the ASPCA to help rescue pups find homes through social media Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013.

Last year, the organization helped 400 dogs find new homes. They have set 500 adoptions as their goal for 2026.