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AGENCY TESTIMONY

ACC's role as an open admission organization

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ACC is described as the only open admission animal welfare organization in New York City, accepting all animals brought to them regardless of circumstances.

ACC has taken in over 13,000 animals since January of the current year
Through adoption programs and partnerships with over 300 rescue groups, ACC has placed 91% of cats, dogs, rabbits, and guinea pigs
ACC's services are foundational to their mission of ending animal homelessness in NYC

Risa Weinstock

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ACC is unique among all other animal welfare organizations in the city in that we are the only open admissions organization.

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Under our contract with the city and the health department, ACC accepts every animal brought to us.

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Whether the animal has been abandoned, surrendered, or found as a stray.

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Since January of this year, ACC has taken in over 13,000 animals to date with the combination of our adoption program and a robust partnership with over 300 rescue groups in our new hope program.

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ACC has been able to place 91% of cats, dogs, rabbits, and guinea pigs that have come through our doors.

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