HAPPY 2012!

We have many adoptable dogs and cats that are not listed yet on PetFinder. Please stop by Tuesday through Sunday between the hours of 1:00pm and 4:00pm, you may fall in love with a companion for life! We are closed on Mondays and major holidays.

ADOPTING AN ANIMAL FRIEND

If you wish to adopt one of our shelter friends, you will be asked to fill out an adoption application and provide vet references. All animals leaving the shelter must be spayed or neutered before going home with you. Please check with us daily as animal registry can change frequently.

Call 778-5115 to inquire about any animal. Please note that it takes at least an hour for the adoption process. Your adoption fee includes up-to-date routine vaccinations and spay or neutering. Vet references required.

Dog adoption fee is $155.00 with the exception of purebreds ~ Puppies are $195.00 ~ Purebreds are $200. Cat and Kitten adoption fee is $75.00.

Cash, Check or Visa / Mastercard / Discover cards are accepted for payment.

LOST YOUR PET?

MEMORIAL PLAQUES

Purchase a perpetual plaque in memory of a loved one or beloved pet. Brass plaques are $100. The Perpetual Plaque is displayed in the new building reception area. Mail your request with name of loved one or pet to: Humane Society of Walden, Attn: Memorial Plaque, PO Box 135, Walden, NY 12586.

OUR WISH LIST

Dry and Canned cat and dog food; Cat Litter; Paper Towels; Cleaning Supplies such as Bleach, Laundry detergent, and Dish soap, Toilet paper, Garden hoses, Blankets, Towels, and Over the counter antibiotics such as Benadryl and Robitussin.

Monetary donations in any denomination are gladly accepted!

THE BRUTAS FUND

In 1999, a Rottweiler named Brutus was brought in to the shelter with very bad dysplasia at the age of 1 year. Through all the tests, his disposition remained sweet & lovable. The local newspaper did a story because the shelter could not afford to treat him, yet didn't have the heart to put him to sleep. Thanks to that newspaper, the response from people was overwhelming and the Brutus Fund was formed.

The fund has been used for all adoptable animals with various medical problems. Now, due to an overwhelming amount of sick animals, the Brutus Fund is in trouble. We have had 4 dogs with heartworm, 2 with Lyme's disease, 2 with Parvo, cats with URI and various other ailments.

We need donations to the Brutus Fund to continue the treatment of animals others no longer can care for. Please mail your contribution to: Humane Society of Walden, Attn: Brutus Fund, PO Box 135, Walden, NY 12586

CREMATIONS

We offer private cremations and urns for your beloved pet. Please call the shelter 845-778-5115 for our current rates and to make arrangements.

ABOUT US

The Humane Society of Walden is a non-profit organization founded in 1974 by volunteers dedicated to helping stray and abandoned cats and dogs. Our animal shelter serves the communities of Montgomery, Walden, Maybrook, Pine Bush, Hamptonburgh, Gardiner, Warwasing and Shawangunk.

Our new 2,600 sqare foot expansion building is NOW OPEN and we are looking forward to your visit!

OUR MISSION

The Humane Society of Walden believes that all animals have a natural right to humane treatment including proper care, respect and safe shelter. Our primary mission is to provide care while finding permanent, loving homes for the many animals that come to our door. Our Shelter staff sees that each of our pets receive the very best possible care.

The shelter has dog kennels with outside access and they are always filled to capacity. Also there outside fenced enclosed areas, that allow our dogs daily exercise.

Our Cat Palaces presently have many beautiful felines of every shape, age, sex and color. These cats are all spayed/neutered and have all their shots. The Palaces are a furnished room with plenty of nooks and crannies which provide lots of entertainment for these adoptable cats. They also have access to the outside in a completely enclosed pen with many lofty perches.

VOLUNTEERING

Join the ranks of some wonderful people who volunteer their time and services to help make the residents of our shelter content until new loving homes are found. There is always something to do. Grooming. Bathing. Socializing. Walking. If you don't wish to work directly with the animals, there are other options that help the animals.

Assist in Fund Raising Events such as yard sales, penny socials, car show and more. Monetary donations in any denomination are gladly accepted. Mail your donation to: Humane Society of Walden, Attn: Fundraising, PO Box 135, Walden, NY 12586.

Please Note: Children under the age of 16, require a parent/guardian to stay with them. They can also participate as volunteers by holding fundraising events on their own, such as collecting deposit cans, pennies for puppies, dollars for doggies, cash for cats and doing pledges.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

Meetings are held at the Walden Savings Bank at Scotts Corners, 3rd floor, on the THIRD WEDNESDAY of each month at 7:00 p.m. Citizens concerned with animal welfare, volunteers and new members are welcome. We are always seeking individuals with the skills and desire to join the Board, who work to insure the shelter's future and uphold its mission.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Officers President Jean Buckley, Vice President Pat Geraghty, Treasurer Diane Sandbothe, Secretary Dean Witham.

Board Members Cate Meres, Jane Galyean, Dave De Wilde, Sue Orwick, Tony Marengeolo, Riet Marengeolo, Lois Grimm, Ellen Emerson, Shelter Manager Brian Keller.

DIRECTIONS

From the West take I 84 to exit 5 for Rt. 208, turn left onto Rt. 208, drive approximately 1 mile to Rt. 17K, make a left onto 17K, drive over Ward's Bridge in Montgomery, turn right onto Albany Post Road, the shelter signs will be on the left about 2 miles up.

From the East take I 84 to exit 6 for Rt. 17K, turn right onto 17K, drive over Ward's Bridge in Montgomery, turn right onto Albany Post Road, the shelter signs will be on the left about 2 miles.

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