American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals incorporated 150 years ago today (Apr 10 1866)


Video: 'Henry Bergh and the Founding of ASPCA'

(Tuesday, April 10, 1866) — Henry Bergh founded the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) today in New York City on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment at the hands of humans, and must be protected under the law.