Potsdam Humane Society

In Massena, New York, a private animal sanctuary called the Massena Humane Society takes in up to 1000 stray cats and dogs annually.

In the Black Lake area of Northern New York, GFAS is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization committed to animal rescue, rehabilitation, rehoming, and for some, a loving forever home. Since 2002, Gracious Friends has taken care of a large number of confiscated, abandoned, or surrendered domesticated animals that have been mistreated and neglected. Donations, grants, and fundraising activities are how we get our money.

Our goal is to save small lives, speak for those who cannot, and provide sanctuary to all stray and unwanted companion and domestic animals. We also strive to find them loving homes as quickly as we can.

The Jefferson County SPCA was founded in 1891, and its goal is to combat animal abuse by offering a focused adoption, foster, and medical program across the Region of Northern New York.