Adopt-A-Dog, Inc.
Coming to the
Rescue – Since 1981
About Us
Adopt-A-Dog is a dog and cat rescue
organization serving
History
Nearly three decades
ago, three women had a vision. Donna Nives, Gloria Scheuer
and Pam Fahnestock became concerned about the growing
number of animals languishing in area shelters. The three friends
organized an agency headquartered in
In February of 1982, Adopt-A-Dog was granted
tax-deductible status by the I.R.S. This enabled Adopt-A-Dog to
meet the ever-growing demand for services.
In 1987, Adopt-A-Dog launched its first major
fundraising event, a for-fun, family dog show called Puttin’
on the Dog. This has become an annual event, the
largest outdoor event in
In 1999, a kennel was purchased in Armonk,
New York, enabling Adopt-A-Dog to house homeless dogs and cats.
In 2003, the shelter created a half-acre park for resident dogs to enjoy.
In 2005, Adopt-A-Dog came to the rescue after
Hurricane Katrina. In 2007, the Homeward Bound program was
launched wherein cats and dogs get adjustment to the sights, sounds and smells
of home life before they are adopted into private homes.
Adopt-A-Dog organizes many events throughout the year
to raise funds and awareness for the dogs and cats we rescue. Annual
events include, Puttin’ on the Dog, a for-fun dog show and community
festival held in
Our Mission
Adopt-A-Dog’s
mission is to find safe, permanent homes for our discarded companion animals.
For almost three decades, Adopt-A-Dog has “Come to the Rescue” by meeting the
medical and emotional needs of dogs and cats and maintaining its position in the
battle of over-population by neutering the creatures that enter our shelter. It
remains our choice to help.
Adopt-A-Dog’s steadfast goal is to reach out to the next
generation of pet owners to promote responsible lifetime ownership.
Our current ambition is too raise enough funds to build our
kennel to be a “state-of-the-art” shelter that will be a temporary refuge for
the voiceless creatures that long for a loving home of their own.
Homeward Bound Adoptions Program
Donna Nives, co-founder of Adopt-A-Dog explains,
“Many, many shelters across the country, ourselves included, perform heroic
work on a daily basis to help animals not only survive, but thrive”.
Our Homeward Bound program is unique in this area, though. Some of our rescue animals have been traumatized and are frightened by normal house sounds and activity. In our Homeward Bound program, animals that need ‘house training’ get exposed to all the sights, sounds and smells of a real house on our property so that they can acclimate themselves to home life. When they are adopted, they are ready to become a happy and participatory family member.”
Volunteer Oppurtunities
Our shelter could not exist without the support of our
volunteers who bring a diversity of interests, knowledge, expertise and caring
to our organization. We look forward to a long and productive
relationship.
Calling all Cat Connoisseurs!
Please visit our cat house and interact with our adoptable
cats and kittens. Many of our felines enjoy being held, spoken to and
played with.
Donate a Day (or an hour or two)
with the Dogs!
Even with all the activity in our shelter, dogs can get
bored. They need friends to talk with and to play ball, frisbee to take them for
walks. In addition, some dogs need help with their manners, and
volunteers can help teach them basic commands.
NOTE: For safety reasons, volunteers must be at least 18
years old or 13 and older accompanied by an adult.
Share
your Strengths at our Shelter!
Behind the scenes of the
shelter are volunteers helping staff manage the information and paperwork
needed to support our programs and services.
• Help answer phones, take messages,
assist in filing, preform reference checks and more
to help out our Adoptions Team
• Assist in fundraising, gathering
corporate sponsors, and maintaining off-site donation cans
• Help promote our mission through
education and related events
• Assist
our staff in maintaining the shelter property by landscaping, grounds
maintenance, minor repairs, painting or anyway you can
help by providing your services
Assist in Offsite Events
Assist our Event Coordinator by helping staff our booth at special events and
to distribute literature and information about Adopt-A-Dog at local community venus. To get a list of
upcoming appearances, CLICK
HERE
Volunteer Hours:
10AM to 6PM on Weekdays
10AM to
4PM on Weekends
Adopt-A-Dog is a community service
friendly organization.
If you are interested in volunteering,
please give us a call at
914-273-1674 xtn 3 or email at
Where Were Located
Adopt-A-Dog’s Shelter
is located at
23 Cox Avenue, Armonk, NY.
Adoption Hours are by appointment:
11AM to 6PM on Mon, Tues, Wed, and Fri
11AM to 3PM on Sun, Thurs and Sat
Please contact us before visiting our shelter to ensure we have representatives to serve your needs.
Contact Us
Adopt-A-Dog’s
Shelter:
Corporate Mailing Office:
914-273-1674 or 203-629-9494
FAX - 914-273-0804
Adoption Hours are by appointment:
11AM to 6PM on Mon, Tues, Wed, and Fri
11AM to 3PM on Sun, Thurs and Sat
Please contact us before visiting our shelter to ensure we have representatives to serve your needs.