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New Haven Animal Shelter

81 Fournier Street
New Haven, CT 06511
203-946-8110

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"You can judge the moral stature of a nation by the way it treats its animals."
--Mahatma Gandhi

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Adoption and Special Events



Pet Adoption Days, 11am - 3pm


Saturday, September 6 

CANCELED! Our pet van is headed south to help with hurricane victims.

Please attend our next event:
Saturday, September 20 at Petland Discounts, Derby CT.

Come aboard the Adoption Vehicle and meet the dogs, cats, puppies and kittens who need good homes and are available for adoption from the New Haven Animal Shelter.

Those who wish to adopt a pet must provide proof of home ownership (mortgage statement or tax bill), or landlord's telephone number or written lease. Those looking to adopt a companion for their dog are asked to bring their dog with them.

Cost to adopt is $80 and includes spay and neuter voucher. Cash only, please.


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6th Annual
Mutt Strut


September 27, 2008

This is a fun-filled day just for the dogs to strut their stuff. It includes a short walk, games, contests, and vendor booths. The 6th annual Mutt Strut is a pledge walk and festival for dogs at East Shore Park. The event runs 9:30 to 3:00. Call 203-865-4004 for more information.



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Cat Adoption!

Come and meet Rose

An eight year young tortoiseshell named Rose is waiting for her beloved new owner to come and adopt her. She is at Two Smiling Dogs now! She will be staying there until her guardian angel new owner (this means you) comes to adopt her. Rose came in to the shelter as a lost and homeless girl. It was suspected that she might have been hit by a car. Rose was at the shelter for four months and now she has been taken to Two Smiling Dogs to find her forever home. Let me tell you about her. Rose, that is.....she lives to be loved . She does not care about anything else but having you pet her and give her lots of lovin'. She is curious, not shy! Loves attention. She has a mellow personality. What a sweetie. She's waited 4 months! Yes, 4 months, and now she wants to go home! What are you waiting for? Go down to 1869 Dixwell Avenue right now and meet Rose. The phone number at Two Smiling Dogs is 248-7297. If you are in search of a kind-hearted, cuddly, loving cat---look no further. You've found her.

Two Smiling Dogs is a gourmet bakery and treat shop with unique gifts for pets and their human companions located in the Home Depot shopping plaza in Hamden. Rose's adoption fee is $80.00. Proof of home ownership or permission from landlord is required for adoption. An application must be completed by you and approved by the New Haven Animal Shelter.

Volunteer General Orientation

Are you looking to volunteer at the New Haven Animal Shelter?

On October 12, 2008 we will be having a general orientation for anyone who wants to be a volunteer. The orientation will start at 10:30 a.m. at the New Haven Animal Shelter on Fournier street. The orientation is approximately 1.5 hours long. This is a general orientation. You need to attend a cat orientation to work with the cats. You need to be assigned a mentor (who will train you) to work with the dogs. Dog training will start a week or two after you have attended the general orientation.

Please come to the shelter (81 Fournier Street) on October 12th at 10:30 a.m. if you are interested in becoming a volunteer. No reservation needed. Just show up! You must be 18 years of age to volunteer.

If you have any questions , please feel free to e-mail Delette at delette@findafriendforlife.org. See you on the 12th!

News
  • Adopted Dogs: Click here to see our Dog Happy Tails!

  • Looking for a guinea pig to adopt??
    Contact Cindy at Critter Connection, located in Durham, CT.....Can email her at: Martingale@aol.com
Interesting Reading

Pit Bulls Do Not Deserve Their Vicious Reputation
by Richard Johnson, President Connecticut Humane Society

The Facts About Declawing©
(Feline Digital Amputation - 'Onychectomy')
What You Really Need To Know

©Max's House®/S.T.A.R.T. II® http://maxshouse.com
Adopting a pet from the New Haven Animal Shelter

In order to adopt a shelter pet you must:
  1. Be at least 18 years of age.
  2. Have valid identification with your current address.
  3. Be able to verify that you can have a pet where you live. Those who wish to adopt a pet must provide proof of home ownership (mortgage statement or tax bill), or landlord's telephone number.
  4. Understand that the New Haven Animal Shelter reserves the right to deny an adoption for any reason.
  5. Apply in person at the New Haven Animal Shelter, 81 Fournier Street, New Haven CT, or at one of our special adoption events.
Further Information:
  • Those looking to adopt a companion for their dog are asked to bring their dog with them.
  • Cost to adopt is $80 and includes spay and neuter voucher. Cash only, please.
  • If you are interested in adopting one of our pets, please visit the shelter Tuesday-Saturday 12:30-4:30. NO APPOINTMENTS NEEDED!
  • Sunday appointments possible for special circumstances only.
For more information, contact the shelter at 203-946-8110 during regular hours or email Dee at poomeister@hotmail.com.

Our Featured Pets

China #850

Featured dog
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Two-year-old China lived in a backyard with her siblings. She was kept in a kennel and the only exercise she had was being moved from the kennel to a tie out on a tree. Her "owners" had plans to use her to breed but thankfully we were able to rescue her and her siblings from the life they were living for her two years here. She has a very high prey drive and must be trained to calm down. She is a very strong girl of medium build but tires easily due to the fact that she was never allowed to run play or go for walks. She needs a very experienced owner that will not let her dominate. She should not live with children and should always be kept on leash when walked. She will chase anything that runs including adults.

Julianne #743

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Two-year-old Julianne lived in a house with 30 other cats. She was taken from a hoarder of cats. They all lived in one bedroom and had each other for company and would only see their human owner for feedings, litter box changes and minimal individual time for petting. We have found that the cats NEED a kitty companion or they get very depressed. If you don't already have a cat and are interested in adopting do you have room for two? The fee for two kitties is $130.

Diamond #849

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Two-and-a-half-year-old Diamond is one handsome dog. He and his siblings were rescued from living in a dilapidated garage stuck inside kennels. The only exercise he received was being moved from his kennel to a tie out on a tree. He is a strong dog. He is learning how to be a "free" dog and loves going for walks and being loved. He loves people and gets along well with some other dogs. He should live with an adult family He's beautiful and will be a loyal pet for the right family.

Dolly #748

Featured dog
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Five-year-old Dolly lived in a house with multiple cats. She is a shy girl that enjoys the company of her sisiter Eleanor. Would you considser two kitties for the price less than one?

NO APPOINTMENTS NEEDED. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING ANY ONE OF THESE PETS, PLEASE VISIT THE SHELTER TUESDAY - SATURDAY 12:30 - 4:30 OR CALL THE SHELTER AT (203) 946-8110. All of our cats are FIV/LEK tested neg, vaccinated, and in most cases altered prior to adoption. All dogs are vaccinated, and in most cases altered prior to adoption. In-State Fee $80 cash only. Out-of State Fee (no voucher) $35 cash only. Proof of homeownership required (mortgage statement, tax bill) or landlord approval required for renters. We require that your dog meet our dog so bring him/her/them along.

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Who We Are

We are the Friends of the New Haven Animal Shelter, a group of volunteers dedicated to helping find responsible, loving homes for the animals in our care. We hope to make the New Haven Animal Shelter the first place residents think of when they decide to adopt an animal. Most of the pets listed on our web site are at the New Haven Animal Shelter; a few are being fostered by volunteers or by friends until they find permanent homes.

Phone the Friends of the New Haven Animal Shelter at 203-484-9631, or emailDee at poomeister@hotmail.com.

CLICK HERE FOR OUR PET LIST WITH PICTURES!
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Visit the New Haven Animal Shelter

The New Haven Animal Shelter is the largest animal shelter in the State of Connecticut, with over 60 dog runs, attracting over 3,200 visitors annually. The Animal Shelter takes in about 2,000 dogs and cats each year. Through its partnership with the Humane Commission, Friends of the New Haven Animal Shelter, and the North Shore Animal League, the Animal Shelter has sponsored several adoption events throughout the year, leading to an adoption rate of 75 percent, or roughly 1,500 dogs and cats.

Hours: 12:30 to 4:30 Tue-Sat (Sundays by appointment only, call 203-484-9631)

Click here for directions to the New Haven Animal Shelter.

New Haven Animal Shelter
81 Fournier St.
New Haven , CT 06511
203-946-8110

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If you would like to become a shelter volunteer, contact The Friends of the New Haven Animal Shelter. Please phone Carol at 203-484-9631 or email Dee at poomeister@hotmail.com for details.
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