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UPCOMING EVENTS AT MSPCA METROSOUTH!!!

Low Cost Rabies Vaccination & Mircochip Clinic!

Low Cost Rabies Vaccination & Mircochip Clinic!

$10 Rabies Vaccination
$25 Mircochip (includes lifetime registration!)
SATURDAY

APRIL 4th

10am -3pm at the

MSPCA Metro South

1300 West Elm St Ext

Brockton, Ma 02301

No Appoinments Necessary.
For more infromation, please call (508) 586-2053

It's almost time for our bi-annual YARD SALE!

Saturday & Sunday

May 9th & 10th

9am - 4pm

Accepting donations starting Saturday, April 4 to May 3rd during regualr business hours.

Please: no computers, paint or other hazardous materials.

MSPCA Changes: FAQs

Q: Why did the MSPCA decide to close its Animal Care and Adoption Centers in Brockton (Metro South), Martha’s Vineyard and Springfield (Western New England)?

A: The MSPCA has faced serious financial challenges in recent years. We have all worked hard to cut costs and streamline operations while continuing to provide outstanding care for thousands of animals in need. We have exceeded our goals for cost savings and revenue generation, but unfortunately these accomplishments have been dwarfed by the financial consequences of the collapsing economy.

As a result, like many other organizations, the MSPCA has incurred substantial investment losses over the past several months that have devastated our financial standing. Sadly, our organization is not immune to the financial woes facing the nation.

We must now take action to ensure our long term financial health and ability as an animal welfare organization to serve the greatest good for animals across Massachusetts.

Q: Will this impact the Animal Care Adoption Centers in Boston, Centerville, Methuen and Nantucket or the Nantucket hospital?

A: This decision involves the Animal Care and Adoption Centers in Brockton, Martha’s Vineyard and Springfield. Our facilities in Boston, Centerville, Methuen and Nantucket will remain open to continue to serve the needs of people and animals in Massachusetts.

Q: Why was a new facility built in Springfield specifically the 1990’s?

A: Prior to opening the new facility on Union Street in 1998, Angell Animal Medical CenterWestern New England (formerly Rowley Memorial Animal Hospital) and the MSPCA-WNE Animal Care and Adoption Center had a long tradition of serving pets and their owners in Springfield. The former facility on Bliss Street that had been in existence since 1931 was antiquated and no longer serviceable. In order to meet the demands for more specialized care and space, the new facility was built.

Q: What will happen to the homeless animals once the adoption centers are closed?

A: We will work with local animal rescue organizations and shelters, as well as our remaining four adoption centers, to ensure the placement of the remaining homeless animals in our care at the three closing facilities. We will also do the best we can to find alternatives to our services as well as to provide guidance for people to help animals in those areas that must now be without us.

Q: What will happen to the buildings in Brockton, Martha’s Vineyard and Springfield?

A: The MSPCA is currently reviewing all possibilities including the use of these buildings by local animal welfare organizations. However, it is too early to comment or speculate on further plans. Updated information will be available on our website as developments unfold.Q: What will happen to donations given to the closing adoption centers?

A: Any contributions given to one of our closing adoption centers up until the date of closure will go toward supporting care for the animals in those locations. Following the closures, these resources will go toward helping to care for and rehome any remaining animals from these facilities.

Directions to MSPCA Metro South Animal Care and Adoption Center!!

From the North: Take Route 24 South to Exit 18B (Route 27, Stoughton). At the end of ramp take a left on to North Pearl Street. Go straight through one set of lights (Pleasant Street), and take the third right onto West Elm Street Extension. The shelter is approximately 1/2 mile on your left.

From the South: Take Route 24 North to exit 17B, Route 123 to Easton. At the first set of lights take a right onto Pearl Street. Go straight through the one set of lights (Torrey Street). Take your first left onto West Elm Street Extension. The shelter is approximately 1/2 mile on your left.

We sell Hill's Science Diet Pet Food at the adoption center! Buy from us and help support the animals!

Who We Are

The MSPCA has been a member of the metro south community for the past sixty years. Our facility, located on West Elm St. Extension, provides care for approximately 5000 animals each year. Our facility allows us to provide a clean, safe and comfortable environment for animals that need a second chance. Our animals come in all shapes and sizes from cats and dogs to a multitude of small animals such as gerbils, hamsters, rabbits and guinea pigs. Birds and reptiles are not uncommon either. They all do have one thing in common though, they are all waiting for that someone special to bring them home and welcome them into the family!

In addition to providing direct animal care, our shelter serves as a community resource, offering various educational workshops, such as a full range of obedience training from puppy socialization to good manners classes. We are here as a resource to heighten the awareness of issues relating to animals in the community. We also offer several programs that are aimed at preventing animals from being surrendered over to the adoption center and keeping the family intact.

Please feel free to stop by and visit with the animals or browse our pet supply shop which carries not only some basic pet necessities, buy some fun novelty items as well! You can also visit the MSPCA Metro South's main web site at www.mspca.org/metrosouth

Adopting a Friend

Before you adopt an animal, the following steps should be met to ensure that you and the animal are a good fit:

Spend some time with the pet(s) that you are interested in. Making a good match is very important.

All members of the household should meet the prospective new family member (this includes your current dog, if you are looking to add a new dog). We also need to verify that your current pets are up to date on their vaccinces.
Complete an adoption application and discuss it with an adoption counselor. We estimate that the entire process takes about 45 minutes, so please allow yourself plenty of time.

If you are a homeowner, show proof of ownership (mortgage bill or tax bill)

If you rent, have your landlord's consent to bring an animal onto his/her property. We verify landlords' pet policies before sending a new pet home, so please have the appropriate info available.

Be certain that you are financially able to provide for the animal's needs. This includes food, supplies, license, and veterinary care.
Be certain that you have adequate time to spend with your new pet. This includes training, exercising, grooming, and loving.

Please understand that in order to give our animals the best possible chance for a good home, no animal may be placed on hold. You will need to complete the adoption process before any animal can be guaranteed to you.

Adoptions include the following:

Cats: spay/neuter surgery, distemper and rabies vaccinations, an FELV/FIV test, deworming treatment, flea treatment, a permanent microchip, and a collar and tag.

Dogs: spay/neuter surgery, distemper, bordatella, and rabies vaccinations, heartworm testing, deworming treatment, flea treatment, a permanent microchip, and a collar and leash.

Rabbits: spay/neuter surgery

Come Visit Us!

Adoptions:

Thursday , Saturday & Sunday 12 - 4pm
Tuesday 2 - 7pm

Surrenders:

Tuesday 2:30 - 5pm
Thursday 12 - 4pm
Please contact the Adoption Center first before surrendering your pet. We may be able to help you keep your furry companions.

We are closed on Mondays

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MSPCA Metro South Animal Care & Adoption Center
1300 West Elm Street Ext
Brockton, MA 02301
Phone: (508) 586-2053
Email: clupo@mspca.org
Click here for a list of pets at this shelter

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