A Non Profit Organization
Save Our Strays Inc.
Website last updated on May 10, 2008.
NEW ADOPTION HOURS!-
Monday,Thursday, Friday-- 10-12
Tuesday--6-7:30
Thursday--5:30-7:00
Saturday--10-12
Please check this website daily as things can change frequently. We are currently looking for volunteers and foster homes. All our listed pets are available unless otherwise noted.
Dog of the month is BoogieJohnson!
Boogie is one energetic playful girl! She loves to play ball, though she doesn't know how to return it yet... Boogie is an excellent candidate for obedience training, and enjoys belly rubs to the max. Check out her profile for more info.
Our Cat of the Month is.....Chill!
Chill has been at Save Our Strays since February 2007. It's been some time for him and he is still awaiting for his forever home. Though he can be fresh at times, he is extremely loyal and will greet you at the door everyday you come home from work. Got room for a pear-shaped boy this spring?
Who We Are
Save Our Strays, Inc. is a non profit animal welfare organization that was founded by Dr. Joan Poster over 10 years ago. We are committed to the welfare of all the animals in our care and community. Our goal is to rescue and place as many previously abandoned pets in loving permanent homes.
Our facility operates out of Poster Animal Hospital which is located in Westport, CT. Dr. Poster has a "hands-on" commitment to every one of our animals. Our lucky rescuees receive the best of medical care along with lots of love and care from Dr. Poster's wonderful compassionate staff along with our cadre of dedicated volunteers!
Adopting a friend - The Process
Save Our Strays takes our responsibility to all the animals seriously. We hope that as you review the following information you will understand, appreciate and support why we feel such a process is necessary.
The prospective adopter must complete an adoption application and leave a $25 non-refundable application fee to check references. The $25 goes toward the adoption donation for the animal. We will also need to see proof of Identity. An interview with an adoption coordinator and the prospective adopter and his/her family is required.
We will verify vet references and need proof of landlord permission (if applicable).
We would like to advise you that the whole adoption process can take anywhere from an hour to a few days, depending on the circumstances.
Lastly, a non refundable adoption donation will be requested. This helps to cover the cost of the medical care, feeding and boarding of our animals. The donation fees are as follows:
Adult cats - $75.00 Kittens - $100.00 All dogs - $200.00 All donations must be paid by either cash or credit card.
All our adoptees are current on age required immunizations and spayed or neutered before placement, unless their health or age requires it be done at a later time.
NOTE: As a general rule, we cannot hold animals for anyone. If you are interested in a particular pet, you need to ensure that you are available to see that pet as soon as it is ready for adoption.
Come Visit Us!
Save Our Strays Hours - Updated Hours
Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:00-7:30pm,MTF10-12 Saturdays 10am - 12pm.
Please be advised that unless other arrangements have been made with an S.O.S representative these are the ONLY times that you would be able to meet with one of our pets. We make every effort to return your messages in a timely manner but we ask that you take in to consideration that the hours listed above are the only times that an S.O.S representative is guaranteed to be available.
Directions from I95 North (East) or South (West):
From the North (East)
Take Exit 19 (Southport Exit) and turn RIGHT onto Rte 1 (Post Road East). *Continue approx. 1 mile, past the Stop & Shop on your left, on your right look for Sleepy's, we are next door to Sleepy's - turn right into Poster Animal Hospital main lot.
From the South (West)
Take Exit 18 (Sherwood Island) and turn left at the stop sign. You will then go all the way down that road until it ends and then make a right hand turn onto Rt 1 (Post Road). You will pass Carvel and Barnes and Noble. We will be on your left hand side, there is a sign outside that says Poster Animal Hospital. Please park in the main lot.
Save Our Strays Inc.
1677 Post Road East
Westport CT 06880
Phone: 203-255-0514
Email:
Adoptm@aol.com
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