Our main shelter in Scotia, NY has a desperate need for "ground" and "pate" style canned food! Please bring it by during regular hours, and THANK YOU!


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APF Satellite - PetSmart in Mohawk Commons

Current Available Adoptions at PetSmart


Hello! My name is "Kibbles!"
Precious Kibbles was with us last year, and she was adopted in July. However, her owner couldn't care for her anymore, and so returned her to us. Back then, the gray on top of her head almost resembled a Mickey Mouse image, but now she has seemingly lost most of it, though there is still a touch to make her even more adorable! A real sweetheart, she has a beautiful coat and playful, happy spirit. Please come see Kibbles, and consider taking her into your FOREVER home!

If you would like more information on any of our cats available through the Mohawk Commons location, please contact us via: Email Petfinder Kitties!, or copy this address for later: PetfinderCats@gmail.com.






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Come Visit Us!


Visit our wonderful Adoption Center in the PetSmart Mohawk Commons, 406 Balltown Road in Niskayuna:

Monday 1 - 8 pm
Tuesday 1 - 8 pm
Wednesday 6 - 8 pm
Thursday 6 - 8 pm
Friday 1 - 8 pm
Saturday 12 - 4 pm
Sunday 12 - 4 pm


Who We Are

The purpose of the Animal Protective Foundation of Schenectady is to address pet overpopulation and animal suffering through education and appropriate action, to enhance human/animal relationships, and to provide care to animals in need.

Adopting a Friend

We place healthy and temperamentally sound animals in responsible homes with the expectation that adopters will provide quality and lifelong care. Our adoption process includes an application and contract detailing the kind of care we expect for every animal.

Donations

The APF is an independent, nonprofit organization. This means that we do not receive any funding or tax support from the city, county or state. We are funded only by donations and fees for our services, such as adoption. Please help us to continue to work for the animals by becoming a donor.

Gifts of food and supplies for the animals and the shelter are always appreciated. Your donations free funds budgeted for these items to be used in other important ways.

Wish List

We no longer have a need for donated DRY cat or dog food. Through the Hills Science Diet shelter program, we receive all the kibble we need.

If you do have pet food you would like to donate to someone in need, contact the Schenectady Inner City Ministry (SICM), 839 Albany Street, Schenectady. Their phone number is 346-4445.

Our updated wish list can also be found on our website here.

Items we always need:

  • Dog collars and strong clip-on leashes, medium or large sizes
  • Canned cat and dog food
  • Galileo or Dino bones (Nylabone) in souper (largest) size
  • Kong rubber dog toys - largest sizes, black extreme or red classic
  • Clay (non-scoopable) cat litter
  • Cat beds: machine washable and small enough to fit in our cages
  • Small animal food, treats and toys (for rabbits, guinea pigs, etc.)
  • Aspen or pine shavings (no cedar, please)
  • Timothy hay
  • HE Liquid laundry detergent (high efficiency)
  • Clear plastic bins - any size
  • Paper goods: tissues, bathroom tissue and paper towels
  • Card stock and copy paper, assorted colors
  • Forever postage stamps
  • Post-it notes, scotch tape, duct tape, memo pads, clip boards etc.
  • Dish soap, bathroom cleaner, Windex, bleach
  • Clear cellophane wrap
  • Fleece fabric (for cat mats)
  • Cash donations really help the most!
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    Special needs & Miscellaneous
  • Metal folding chairs
  • Poster frames - 18x24 size
  • Animal-themed children's books, stickers, notepads, craft kits, magic markers, etc. for humane education classes
  • Party supplies: Balloons, paper plates, napkins, cups, table coverings, etc - especially purple
  • KMR (Kitten Milk Replacer) - the orphan litters of kittens just keep coming. We can actually buy this cheaper in bulk, so a monetary donation especially for KMR would be most useful for the kitties.
  • NEW dog or cat Beanie Babies (or other small stuffed dogs and cats) for children's "adoption" activities.
  • Gift Cards through Visa, Mastercard, American Express, etc. - the easiest way to make sure the animals get exactly what they need! These can be found online and at larger grocery stores.
  • Electric washers and/or dryers - heavy-duty, large capacity in excellent working condition. We are willing to pick up.

  • Gift Cards - another great way to help!
  • Price Chopper, Hannaford
  • Walmart
  • Target
  • Michael's Crafts, JoAnn's Fabrics
  • Hobby Lobby
  • PetCo, PetSmart
  • Any other pet or feed stores
  • Office Max, Staples
  • Gas Cards
  • Restaurants, book stores, mall gift cards, etc to use as prizes and in raffle baskets for events

  • Some items we are NOT able to use:
  • Pillows
  • Comforters or sleeping bags
  • Sheets
  • Rugs
  • Large blankets or beds
  • Any other item that would not fit into a normal-sized washing machine, or that could not be disinfected
  • Dry dog or cat food (see top of Wish List)

  • If you have non-food items to donate that we are not able to use, please consider contacting your local Salvation Army or City Mission.

    Please contact us with any questions!
    Kim 374-3944 ext. 119 jess@animalprotective.org

    Thank you for thinking of us! We, and the animals, appreciate it more than words can say.
    Directions
    From Schenectady:
    Take Erie Blvd. into Glenville, go over Freemans Bridge. At the second traffic light past the bridge, turn right onto Maple Avenue. The Shelter is 1/2 mile on the left.

    From Route 50:
    Turn onto Glenridge Road. Turn right at the intersection of Maple and Glenridge. The shelter is about 2 miles on the right.






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