The Berkshire Humane Society

Please Visit our offical website at www.berkshirehumane.org We are a private, non-profit, open admission animal shelter, operating to improve the lives of all animals in Berkshire County. The Berkshire Humane Society (BHS) operates a full-service, open-admission (surrendered animals are always accepted) animal shelter serving western Massachusetts and nearby areas of New York, Vermont, and Connecticut.



To find out more about membership or to learn more about the BHS's many wonderful programs, please stop by and visit the shelter located at 214 Barker Road in Pittsfield, or visit their website, www.berkshirehumane.org.

Adopting a friend



You Can Adopt Animals During the Following Hours:

  • Tuesday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Thursday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
  • Friday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Sunday: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Monday: Closed

    The process of adopting a pet from Berkshire Humane Society is as easy as 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5!
  • Choose your new pet: If you see a pet you like, come into the shelter and spend some time with him or her. This is an integral part of the adoption process since it is important to find the right pet for your lifestyle.

  • Fill out an application: Fill out a two-sided adoption application which will help our adoption counselors assess whether the chosen pet is the right one for you. They will discuss pet care and what it will be like to live with your new pet. Handouts may be given for more detailed instructions. We require proof of home ownership, or a landlord's OK before approving your application.

  • Wait for your pet to be spayed/neutered: Once the application is approved, an appointment will be made with a local vet to have your pet spayed or neutered. This may take 1 to 5 days depending on the schedule of the vets.

  • Pick up your new pet: The day after your new pet is spayed/neutered, you may pick up your new family member. The adoption counselor will go over any last minute instructions for you, give you a sample of the food they have been eating and have you sign the adoption contract.

  • Go home and enjoy the rest of your new pet's life! Remember that we are always here to answer any questions you might have about your new pet. With many years of experience, our staff is well qualified to help you solve any problems that might occur during the life of your pet.

    Your adoption fee ($125 - 150 for dogs, $100-125 for cats) includes the following:

  • Spay or neuter
  • Home Again microchip

  • 1st FVRCP vaccine for cats, 1st DHLPP vaccine for dogs

  • Rabies vaccine for animals over 3 months of age

  • FLV/FIV test for cats, bordatella vaccine (kennel cough) and heartworm test for dogs

  • 1st worming

  • Flea treatments including the use of Advantage monthly preventative

  • Ear cleaning, bathing and other necessary grooming

  • Nail trimming

  • Collar, ID tag, cat carrier or dog leash

  • Discounted obedience class for dogs

  • 1st vet health exam free at a local facility

  • Quality pet food sample

  • One time discount at local pet supply stores

  • 1 year free BHS membership ($35 value)



    • For dogs and cats that are already spayed or neutered when surrendered, the adoption fee is only $100 for cats and $125 for dogs.

    Ferrets and rabbits can be adopted at BHS for a $50 adoption fee. These animals will go home spayed or neutered.

    Adoption fees on all other animals vary. Ask the adoption counselors if you are interested.

    Come Visit Us!



    Directions from the East or South



    Take the Mass. Pike to Exit 2, Lee.

    Follow Route 20 North to Pittsfield.

    Turn left to continue on Rte. 20 West (at West Housatonic St.).

    At the second traffic light (you'll see a Friendly's Restaurant on your left) take a left onto Barker Road

    The Berkshire Humane Society Shelter is about 1/2 mile ahead on your right.

    Directions from the West



    Take Route 90 East to Exit 11 East (Route 20 Nassau).

    Continue on Route 20 into Pittsfield.

    At the traffic light near the Mobil station and Fire Station turn right onto Barker Road

    The Berkshire Humane Society Shelter is about 1/2 mile ahead on your right.

    Directions from the North



    Take either of routes 9, 8, or 7 into Pittsfield.

    At Park Square continue south to Route 20 W (or West Housatonic Street).

    At the second traffic light (Friendly's Restaurant on your left) take a left onto Barker Road

    The Berkshire Humane Society Shelter is ahead about 1/2 mile on your right.

    Berkshire Humane Society
    214 Barker Rd

    Pittsfield, MA 01201


    Phone: 413 447-7878

    Email: bhs@berkshire.rr.com
    Click here for a list of pets at this shelter


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