Building a more humane Long Island
For All Animals
Humane Long Island is Long Island’s leading force for animal protection—rescuing farmed, exotic, and wild animals while ending exploitation across the region. From closing slaughterhouses and roadside zoos to stopping wildlife massacres and sharing plant-based meals, we’re redefining compassion from Manhattan to Montauk.
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Featured Victories & Investigations
Riverhead Dog Killer, Unlicensed Slaughterhouse Owner Arrested Again, Jailed on Animal Cruelty Charges
Carlos Lauro of Riverhead—who last year pleaded guilty to fatally shooting a German Shepherd, receiving a one-year jail and a 20-year ban on owning or possessing animals—has been arrested once more on new charges of animal cruelty and contempt of court. The arrest...
Rogue rehabilitator arrested on multiple counts of animal cruelty; 206 animals removed from squalid home
Following a complaint filed by Humane Long Island, authorities removed 206 animals from the Northport home of a rogue wildlife rehabilitator. According to law-enforcement officials, Samantha Boyd, 57, has been charged with multiple counts of animal cruelty and...
Town of Brookhaven announces closure of the Holtsville Zoo
After a year-long campaign led by Humane Long Island, the Town of Brookhaven has announced that the Holtsville Ecology Site and Animal Preserve — a roadside zoo operated by the Town Highway Department atop an old landfill — will be permanently closed. All animals will...
Together, We Have the Power to build a more humane Long Island
Humane Long Island is far from a conventional animal rights organization. We are strategic campaigners whose victories demonstrate the power of targeted, compassionate action:
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Shut down unlicensed slaughterhouses, sham sanctuaries, and roadside zoos in New York City, Aquebogue, Holtsville, Huntington, Manorville, and beyond
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Stopped a proposed slaughterhouse in Islip, blocked the expansion of a notorious aquarium chain into Oyster Bay, and closed Sloth Encounters in Hauppauge
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Ended illegal petting zoos, rodeos, and backyard slaughter operations
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Halted massacres of thousands of Canada geese and white-tailed deer
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Eliminated wild-animal acts, circuses, and exploitative performances from New York City to Greenport
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Won stronger state and local animal-protection laws that safeguard animals for the long term
Humane Long Island takes on the toughest fights—and wins—because every victory moves our region closer to a truly humane future.
Happening Now
Honey the Puppy Rescued from Sportsman’s Kennels – Puppy Mill Exposed
Humane Long Island has taken in Honey, a dog rescued from the “forgotten dogs room” at Sportsman’s Kennels — the Long Island puppy mill exposed in a breaking Humane World for Animals undercover investigation for confining sick dogs in filthy, cramped cages, and...
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Our Top Priorities
Humane Long Island rescues animals, ends exploitation, and partners with community and animal welfare groups to feed people facing hunger and animals in need from Manhattan to Montauk. These are just a few of our top priorities—explore more in the Campaigns section of the top menu.
Holtsville Ecology Site
Shutting Down Cruelty. Opening the Door to Sanctuary.
Canned pheasant hunting
Protect Wildlife, Fund Rehabilitators.
Humane Education
Teaching Compassion. Fighting Oppression.
Sloth Encounters
Wild Animals ≠ Pets. The Hidden Cruelty Behind Sloth Encounters.
Plant-based & companion food distribution
Sharing Food. Spreading Compassion. Strengthening Community.
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Sanctuary Campaign
Humane Long Island is more than a sanctuary—we’re a lifeline. Each year, we rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome hundreds of animals, and we’re now fundraising for a permanent home to grow our work and launch an Activist Education Center.
Your monthly support can help us protect more animals and build the future our sanctuary needs.
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Upcoming Events
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September
Exhibit: Bradstock XXXIII
Humane Long Island is excited to table at Bradstock, a private, two-day, multi-stage music and arts festival celebrating its 32nd year! Showcasing talented local musicians and artisans, Bradstock brings the community together to have a great time for a great cause. Everyone—including the performers—volunteers their time and talents to make the festival possible. After expenses, proceeds benefit local Long Island charities through Friends of Bradstock, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
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September
Benefit: CElebrate Secret vegan kitchen’s 6-month anniversary!
Celebrate Labor Day with Humane Long Island at Secret Vegan Kitchen in Oceanside on September 7 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.! We’re marking SVK’s six-month anniversary with $6 classic corn dogs, exciting raffles, and great prizes—all while supporting rescued animals. A portion of the day’s proceeds will benefit Humane Long Island’s lifesaving work!
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September
Honoree: long island Business news’ 40 under forty!
Join us at Long Island Business News’ 40 Under Forty celebration as Humane Long Island founder John Di Leonardo is recognized among this year’s distinguished honorees!
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September
Benefit: Yard Sale in malverne!
Join us for a special yard sale at 97 Lexington Avenue in Malverne—the very place where Humane Long Island was founded! Shop for a great cause, find some treasures, and help support the animals in our care.
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October
Meet the animals: One Day, Three Parks @ Hescksher State park
Humane Long Island is heading to Heckscher Park for the “One Day, Three Parks” celebration! Stop by our table to meet some of our rescued animals and enjoy free educational materials, coloring books, magnet fishing, and more!
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October
BENEFIT/meet the animals: Mock Lobster Fest @ Peconic bay vineyards by krissie wines
Mark your calendars for Mock Lobster Fest! Enjoy delicious vegan seafood, meet some of Humane Long Island’s rescued animals, and rock out to a live concert featuring Tasty Wave, with a special appearance by Fred Schneider, frontman of The B-52s!
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October
Benefit: halloween ball & costume contest
Get ready for a frightfully fun night at The Ballroom of Huntington—appropriately located across from the historic Huntington Rural Cemetery! Join Humane Long Island for food, drinks, dancing, and a spirited costume contest, all in support of rescued animals.
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November
Exhibit: New York state wildlife rehabilitation conference
Join Humane Long Island at the New York State Wildlife Rehabilitation Council’s conference in Ossining, New York, where we’ll be exhibiting and advocating for higher standards in wildlife rehabilitation—and an end to the New York State DEC’s cruel canned pheasant-hunting program.
Together, we can build a more humane Long Island—where compassion drives every decision and kindness strengthens every community.
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