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.
Our Dog of the Month is BAILEY!
Meet Bailey! Bailey is such a sweet boy! He is what we think to be a cross between a bichon and a poodle. He has the cutest shaggy hair, and such a great personality once you get to know him! Just look at that face! He loves other dogs, and would love to have a forever home of his own! Please come in and meet him!
Our Cat of the Month is PEANUT!
Peanut was found by a nice person in the city when some kids were throwing rocks at her! Can you believe anyone would be so mean to such a teeny cat?? Peanut is such a sweet, loving, and affectionate girl! She really does well with other cats, and we havn't seen any issues with dogs,( even though she dosn't see too many of them)! She is such a sweet long haired girl, please come in and meet her and take her home!!
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 as possible. 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 rescues receive the best of medical care along with lots of love from Dr. Poster's wonderful, compassionate staff as well as time with our 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 by either CASH or CREDIT CARD ONLY 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 - $100.00
Kittens - $125.00
All dogs - $250.00
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
Monday-- 11am-1pm
Tuesday--5:30-7:00pm
Wednesday-- 11am-1pm & 5-6:30pm
Thursday--CLOSED
Friday--11-1pm
Saturday--1:30-2:30pm
Sunday-- CLOSED
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 Tina Dragone, we are next door to Tina Dragone'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 Click here for a list of pets at this shelter
Save Our Strays Inc.
