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ASPCA Celebrates 160 Years of Animal Advocacy

4/10/2026

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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) marks its 160th anniversary on April 10, 2026, tracing its mission to curb carriage-horse abuse since 1866.
The Post highlights milestones such as the 1894 establishment of shelters for lost animals.
In 1973, the ASPCA adopted a neutering rule for adopted pets.
In the early 1900s, the ASPCA operated water stations for carriage horses in New York City.

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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) marks its 160th anniversary on April 10, 2026, tracing its mission to curb carriage-horse abuse since 1866.
The Post highlights milestones such as the 1894 establishment of shelters for lost animals.
In 1973, the ASPCA adopted a neutering rule for adopted pets.
In the early 1900s, the ASPCA operated water stations for carriage horses in New York City.