Friend for Life The Friends of the
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, November 14 at Petsmart, 12 to 3, URGENT DOG SPECIAL ADOPTION EVENT! DOGS ONLY! 400 Universal Drive, North Haven, CT.
Saturday, November 21 at Pet Supplies Plus, 471 Boston Post Rd, Orange, CT.
Saturday, December 5 at Petco, 2100 Dixwell Ave, Hamden, CT.
Saturday, December 19 at Petland Discounts, 49 Pershing Dr, Derby, CT.

For Adoption Days: 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.

Volunteer General Orientation

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

On October 25, 2009 we will be having a general orientation for anyone who wants to be a volunteer. The orientation will start at 11:00 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 25th at 11:00 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 poomeister@hotmail.com. See you on the 25th!


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 Monday-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.


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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 203-407-8304, or email Dee 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 second largest municipal animal shelter in the State of Connecticut, with over 65 dog runs, attracting over 3,200 visitors annually. The Animal Shelter takes in about 1,400 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 Mon-Sat (Sundays by appointment only, call 203-407-8304)

Click here for directions to the New Haven Animal Shelter.

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

Google map the New Haven Animal Shelter.

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.

Our Featured Pets

Momcat #760

Featured cat
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One-and-a-half-year-old Momcat was noticed last year when she brought her kittens to the front door of one of the shelters Humane Commissioners. She was brought into the house and allowed to nurse her babies in the comfort of a home. Her kittens were brought to the shelter and found new homes. Momcat stayed in the home. Due to some medical problems with her "Hu-mom", Momcat could not be cared for properly so she was brought to the shelter a few weeks ago. She is awaiting another loving home.

MJ # 849

Featured cat
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Two-year-old MJ

Remo #47

Featured dog
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Check out Remo's video on youtube. Seven-year-old Remo is a quiet boy that was found as a stray...he would love a new home where he can cuddle with his new family. He enjoys going for a romp and will chase a squeaky toy. He is an aboslute lover of people that greets you with a grin.

Lady #20

Featured cat
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Check out Lady's video on youtube. UPDATE !!!!! LADY FINALLY GOT A NEW HOME!!!!!!!Three-year-old Lady was abandoned by her owner when she developed an unknown illness. She was left to roam until a concerned family member requested our help. She was brought to the shelter where she was nursed back to health and is now full of energy and ready for a new home. She is easily trained. She walks well on a leash but will pull at times. She is tolerable of other dogs but is very dominant and easily on guard and ready to fight if she feels the other dog is trying to intimidate her. She should live in a single pet home.

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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