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Cities, Towns, and/or Counties We Serve:

We serve Gloucester, Rockport, Essex, Manchester, Marblehead, Hamilton, Ipswich, Beverly, Danvers and beyond. We do not refuse to accept animals based on where they originate from and we place animals into new families regardless of location as long as all the requirements for adoption can be met.

About Our Shelter:

The Cape Ann Animal Aid is a non-profit, no-kill organization dedicated to facilitating appropriate placement of adoptable animals and to enhancing the lives of all companion animals by promoting respect and well being through education and outreach.

For more information about Cape Ann Animal Aid, pelase visit our website: http://www.capeannanimalaid.com

Come Meet our Pets:

The Cape Ann Animal Aid is located at 4 Paws Lane in Gloucester MA. The shelter is open on Wednesdays from 11am to 4 pm, Thursdays from 11am to 7pm, Fridays from 11am to 6pm, Saturdays from 11am to 4 pm and Sundays from 12 noon to 4pm, we are closed Mondays and Tuesdays.

Because we are a busy place and because so many animals need our care and attention, adoptions are on a first come basis and no animal will be put on hold, we appreciate your understanding.

We also have an information table at PETCO in Gloucester MA on most Saturdays from 11am to 2pm. Adoptions do not take place at PETCO but you do have the opportunity to view some of our adoptable pets, learn about our organization and our adoption process.

Our Adoption Process:

To adopt one of our cats or dogs we ask that you come to the shelter during our operating hours. We have a one page application that can be filled out in person at the shelter or downloaded from our website and brought with you.

We ask that renters bring the name and contact number for their landlord. Home owners please bring proof of home ownership such as a mortgage statement, home owners insurance, property taxes etc. you can block out the financial amounts we just need you name in conjunction with the property.

If you have existing pets we ask that you bring the name and number of your veterinarian. If you know the office will be closed please bring your pets' veterinary receipts to show that your current pets are up to date with routine care and vaccinations.

Please be prepared to bring your entire family to meet any potential new pet. Some animals are more responsive to adults, some to women, some to men and some to children so it is important that before you take a new pet home the pet gets to meet and likes all family members.

If you are planning to adopt a dog/puppy and already have a canine family member at home please bring them along. It is important to see that your present dog and the perspective pup get along before bringing them home.

Our adoption fees help to cover all the care given to the animals at our shelter. All of our animals are given a health exam by a licensed veterinarian, are spayed/neutered, and have received all age-appropriate vaccinations. All cats/kittens receive FIV/FeLv testing and dogs 6 months and older receive Heartworm/Lyme/E.canis testing.

All adopted pets are micro-chipped and sent home with a small bag of food, cats are sent home with a cardboard carrier if needed and dogs with a collar and leash if needed.

Adoption fees are as follows:
All dogs/puppies are $325
Kittens under 12 months $125
Cats 1 year to 5 years $100
Cats 6 years and older $50
Seniors for Seniors Program: Cats 6 years and older are adopted to humans 65 years and older with no donation requirement just a commitment to provide love and care!

Before making the trip to visit we strongly recommend checking our website for information on adoption policies and procedures. Pets can be adopted quickly, and although we update our pet list daily the puppy or kitten you see on our website before you leave may be adopted by the time you arrive. To inquire about a pet's availability or for more information please visit or phone the shelter (978-283-6055).

Because we are a busy place and because so many animals need our care and attention, adoptions are on a first come basis and no animal will be put on hold, we appreciate your understanding.

For more information about the adoption requirements or adoption process, please visit our website: http://www.capeannanimalaid.com

Our Adopted Pets:

We have helped lots of pets connect with loving and caring owners. Check out our adopted pets list!