Animal Shelters

Animal Shelters Near You — Give a Pet a Second Chance

Every year, millions of dogs, cats, and other animals end up in shelters across the United States — many of them healthy, loving, and eager for a forever home. Petzooie makes it easy to connect with local animal shelters so you can explore adoptable pets, volunteer your time, or donate to support the animals in your community.

Why Adopt from a Shelter?

Adopting from a shelter is one of the most rewarding decisions a person can make. You are not just gaining a companion — you are directly saving a life and making room for another animal in need. Shelter pets come in all sizes, breeds, ages, and personalities. Many are already house-trained, spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped, which can significantly reduce your initial costs.

What to Expect When Visiting a Shelter

  • An intake process where you complete an adoption application
  • Meet-and-greet sessions with animals to find the right personality match
  • Transparent health history and behavioral assessments for each animal
  • Adoption fees that typically cover spay/neuter, vaccines, and microchip
  • Post-adoption support from shelter staff

Types of Animal Shelters

Municipal (Government-Run) Shelters

These are operated by local governments and often accept all animals regardless of space. They are open-admission facilities and typically serve the widest geographic area.

Private Nonprofit Shelters

These organizations raise their own funding and often have more resources for animal enrichment, behavioral rehabilitation, and long-term care. Some are no-kill facilities.

Rescue Organizations

Rescues are typically foster-based and specialize in specific breeds or species. They operate without a physical shelter, placing animals in temporary homes until adoption.

Beyond Adoption: How You Can Help

  • Fostering — temporarily house animals while they await adoption
  • Volunteering — walk dogs, socialize cats, assist with events
  • Donating — food, blankets, toys, and financial contributions are always needed
  • Spreading the word — sharing adoptable animals on social media saves lives

Find Shelters on Petzooie

Browse local shelters and rescues using the search tool above. Filter by location, type of animals available, and services offered. Whether you are ready to adopt, want to volunteer, or simply want to know what is available in your area, Petzooie connects you to the resources you need.

2751. Humane Society-Middletown Inc

Time:
  • Monday12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
  • Tuesday12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
  • Sunday12:00 PM - 04:00 PM

A small group of individuals with great hearts but tight budgets started the Humane Society of Middletown in 1959. We are a privately run animal shelter whose ONLY source of funding is the kindness of our patrons.

2752. SPCA Westchester and Veterinary Clinic

Time:
  • Monday08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Tuesday08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Wednesday08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Thursday08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Friday08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Saturday08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Sunday08:30 AM - 04:30 PM

A 501(c)3 non-profit, no-kill organization, SPCA Westchester is committed to saving homeless, neglected, and abandoned animals as well as preventing animal abuse and neglect through public awareness campaigns and the enforcing of humane laws.

2753. Adopt-A-Dog Inc.

Time:
  • Monday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Tuesday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Saturday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Sunday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Adopt-A-Dog achieves this objective by giving dogs in need the best care possible with an emphasis on making sure that all facets of their general health and wellbeing are taken care of. Our goal is to build a neighborhood where every dog has a home.

2754. Community Cats

We help homeless dogs and cats find permanent homes as well as free emergency boarding and veterinary treatment for pet owners in need. Pets are family, and we support maintaining intact families.

2755. Rescue Right

Time:
  • Monday09:30 AM - 05:30 PM
  • Tuesday09:30 AM - 05:30 PM
  • Wednesday09:30 AM - 05:30 PM
  • Thursday09:30 AM - 05:30 PM
  • Friday09:30 AM - 05:30 PM
  • Saturday09:30 AM - 05:30 PM
  • Sunday11:00 AM - 04:00 PM

We help homeless dogs and cats find permanent homes as well as free emergency boarding and veterinary treatment for pet owners in need. Pets are family, and we support maintaining intact families.

2756. nimal shelter in Beacon, New York

Time:
  • MondayClosed
  • TuesdayClosed
  • Wednesday04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
  • Thursday04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
  • FridayClosed
  • Saturday02:00 PM - 06:00 PM
  • SundayClosed

ARF is a federal 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is 100% volunteer-run and a NO KILL animal shelter. The people that volunteer here do it because they care deeply about animals and want to make their lives better.

2757. Bella Bast Rescue Inc

Time:
  • Monday10:00 AM - 08:00 PM
  • Tuesday10:00 AM - 08:00 PM
  • Wednesday10:00 AM - 08:00 PM
  • Thursday10:00 AM - 08:00 PM
  • Friday10:00 AM - 08:00 PM
  • Saturday10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Sunday11:00 AM - 05:00 PM

The mission of Bella Bast Rescue, Inc. is to rescue, help, and care for cats that are unwanted, abused, neglected, or in need. Our adoption center is located in West Babylon at The Animal Pantry, 620 Sunrise Highway. Some of our lucky cat rescues are there, awaiting their future homes.

2758. Glen Highland Farm

Lillie Goodrich and John Andersen founded Glen Highland in January 2001. It is a 501c3 non-profit organization. For Border Collies older than 10, Glen Highland conducts a sanctuary and adoption program. A

2759. Vernon Animal Shelter

Time:
  • Monday10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • Tuesday10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • Wednesday10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • Thursday10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • Friday10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • Saturday10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • SundayClosed

All laws pertaining to the animal population in the township are upheld by Vernon Township Animal Control. It is in charge of enforcing animal ordinances, preventing the spread of rabies, capturing sick or injured animals, holding lost pets, quarantines, dog bites, and adoption. Additionally, it runs rabies clinics, issues dog licenses, and manages the animal shelter. The Vernon Township Police Department keeps staff on call around-the-clock for emergencies including animal attacks, sick or injured stray animals, bats discovered inside the house, and injured or ill animals.

2760. Chqhumane.org

Time:
  • Monday01:00 PM - 05:30 PM
  • Tuesday01:00 PM - 05:30 PM
  • Wednesday01:00 PM - 05:30 PM
  • ThursdayClosed
  • Friday01:00 PM - 05:30 PM
  • Saturday11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • SundayClosed

The Chautauqua County Humane Society, SPCA's aim is to enhance and save lives through compassionate treatment, support for animals, and dedication to the neighborhood.