Taunton Animal Shelter consistently has an average of 20 or more dogs and cats of all ages, breeds and colors!
You may browse our complete list of pets for adoption at Taunton Animal Shelter and choose a dog or cat from the list.
Taunton Animal Shelter consistently has an average of 20 or more dogs and cats of all ages, breeds and colors!
You may browse our complete list of pets for adoption at Taunton Animal Shelter and choose a dog or cat from the list.
MELANIE is a female Am Staff, about 2 years old. Melanie is such a cute gal! She is happy, friendly, and affectionate. She seems to like everyone, and has a tail wag and "smile" for all. She is full of energy from her head to her toes and would be best suited for an active person/family who will include her in lots of activities. A fenced yard would be ideal. We recommend breed knowledge. Melanie does not like cats and must go to a home with no cats. She may be happiest as the only pet in the home. Melanie LOVES belly rubs and walks well on the leash. With just a little training and exercise, you will have a GREAT new best friend! She learns quickly and is eager to please.
Melanie had so much fun posing with one of her favorite friends at the shelter. She "smiled" when we dressed her up in her spring outfit - knowing that she was the cutest "flower" of the bunch! She had all of us laughing while we were doing her photos. What more could you ask for - than a "Melanie Bouquet" to make your life complete and bring a "Ray of Sunshine" to each and every day...
HAPPY SPRING and HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY from Melanie and all her friends at the Shelter.
"I have found that when you are deeply troubled, there are things you get from the silent devoted companionship of a dog that you can get from no other source." (Doris Day)
My name is Ruby, and I am a senior female DSH. My owner passed suddenly, leaving me homeless. Family members could not take me in, so they brought me to the shelter. I was well loved by my owner. I was strictly an indoor cat. On warm days though, she would bring out my harness and we would go for a walk in the yard. My life was sweet, then it turned upside down. I miss the safety and comfort of home, familiar things, my sleeping places. To help me through my sadness, I am in a foster home, where I love to cuddle and be held. It is like going back home again. I would love a person(s) of my own again. I am not at the shelter, if you would like to meet me please call the shelter at 508 822 1463. I have a very special adoption fee.
WE ARE CURRENTLY SEEKING PARTICIPANTS FOR THIS EVENT (Crafters, Animal-related Businesses, Rescue Groups, etc). Please e-mail paws4blue@aol.com for an application...
Please mark this date on your calendar! Come and enjoy the many wonderful trails and scenery at the Wildlife Refuge, The Taunton Animal Shelter Information & Sale Tables, Rescue Groups, Crafters, Animal-related businesses, Raffles, etc...We will, also, once again, have Canine Good Citizen Testing!...We already have a pet sitting service, dog biscuits vendor, several crafters and several rescue groups, a person who paints pet portraits from photos, and a vendor with pet grooming products who have signed up... We also are getting lots of raffle items for our raffle table - which seems to get bigger and better every year! :) Many local businesses and restaurants are happy to support us!... All profits will go to the Friends of the Taunton Animal Care Facility to benefit the Taunton Animal Shelter... Relax, Smile, and have a "PAWS-itively PURR-fect Day" !
SEPTEMBER: 10th Annual Yard Sale
DECEMBER (Tentative Date: Sun, 12/8) : 2nd Annual Holiday Tails
Taunton Wine and Liquors, 239 Broadway, Taunton, will be holding a Wine and Beer Tasting Fundraiser on Thurs, June 6, from 6:00pm - 8pm. There will be a door prize , as well as discounts on wine and beer. If you bring in a can of dog or cat food - you will receive a free ticket for the door prize. All proceeds are to benefit the shelter.
The Chateau/Nocera's Restaurants have welcomed the Friends of the Taunton Animal Care Facility to their "Give Back Gift Card" Program. Simply purchase a Gift Card on-line and choose the Friends of the Taunton Animal Care Facility from the list of non-profit organizations to receive 5% of the sales total. These Gift Cards can be used at any Chateau/Nocera's Restaurant and make an excellent gift for any occasion. By choosing a Gift Card for the Chateau, you are not only giving the recipient a night off from cooking and a delicious meal, but you are also helping to support the animals at the Taunton Animal Care Facility. To reach the Chateau website and make your on-line purchase Click here for a gift card
For more information including upcoming events, view our PetFinder Event Calendar.
Taunton Animal Shelter consistently has an average of 20 or more dogs and cats of all ages, breeds and colors! If we do not currently have what you are looking for, please leave your name and number (and an application) for future reference. We may also know of a shelter who may have what you are looking for. All animals are spayed or neutered once mature, either prior to adoption or if the animal has not yet been spayed or neutered you may purchase a spay/neuter certificate at the time of adoption.
"It is our gift to see beyond the dirt, terror, sadness and defeat and find the true soul that lies within. We are Rescue." (Kathie Sullivan-Parkes)
"Save them one at a time, love them all, mourn for those we cannot save, and thank doG that we have been given this special gift of love for all those creatures we hold dear to our hearts" (Terry Murphy)
"Rescue dogs aren't broken, they've simply experienced more life than other dogs. If they were human, we would call them wise. They would be the ones with tales to tell and stories to write, the ones dealt a bad hand who responded with courage. Don't pity a rescue dog. Adopt one. And be proud to have their greatness by your side."
Would you like to feel loved and appreciated? Are you unable to adopt a pet, but would like to spend time with them? Would you like to get some exercise in the great outdoors? Are you interested in the veternarian/grooming/obediance training fields? Do you love animals? Please call the shelter/come on down and ask about volunteering! The minimum age requirement is 13 years old. Everything from laundry to yard work, to walking dogs, grooming, feeding, fostering, etc... Volunteer Forms are available at the shelter or you may also request one on-line by e-mailing paws4blue@aol.com
"The rewards are endless! The love received in unconditional. The happiness you can bring to the animals that you will feel in your heart at the end of the day is immeasureable!"
The Shelter is currently in most need of Disinfectant/Cleansers, Canned Dog Food, Plastic/Latex Gloves, Old blankets/quilts, old scatter/bath rugs, clean empty baby food jars, Laundry Detergent, Senior Dry Dog food, Canned & Purina Dry Kitten Food, Purina Dry Cat Food, Trash Bags, Heartworm Preventative, and Flea & Tick Preventative. Thank you!
Please call the shelter for the most convenient directions. Alternatively, you may view the directions to Taunton Animal Shelter on the web.
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We are open Tuesday - Thursday from 12:00PM - 5:00PM, Friday from 12:00PM - 2:00PM, and Saturday from 12:00PM - 4:00PM.
PLEASE NOTE: Since the shelter is closed on Sunday and Monday, phone calls received on those days will not be returned until Tuesday.
Adopt a "best friend" for life! Please remember that dogs and cats of all ages need and deserve happiness, love, and a home. In return, they will love you unconditionally for all of your years together...
Dogs are $150 (puppies up to 6 months are $300) and cats are $85.00. For those cats who come into the shelter already spayed/neutered, the adoption fee is $45.00. (kittens up to 6 mths are $125). This price includes the spay/neuter, rabies shot, and other required vaccinations.
A deposit is required: $50 per dog and $25 per cat in order to "hold" an animal. This deposit is refundable if your application is rejected for any reason. This deposit is not refundable if you change your mind and/or do not return. Personal checks are not accepted. Payment must be made in cash, money order or bank check.
You may browse our complete list of pets for adoption at Taunton Animal Shelter and choose a dog or cat from the list.
Each year, Taunton's Animal Care Facility adopts over 500 dogs and cats into loving homes.
The Friends of the Taunton Animal Care Facility's mission is to assist in providing quality pet care and full support in the adoption effort.
Your annual membership donation will be used to supply basic necessities above and beyond city funding like food, shelter, medical care, medicine, and facility improvements.
To provide quality care and a temporary home, we need your support!
Please download the membership form and join today.
For membership details, contact The Friends of Taunton Animal Care Facility.
PLEASE NOTE: The contact link above is for membership only. For questions about the shelter and/or animals for adoption, please contact the Taunton Animal Shelter directly.
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