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Friends of the New Haven Animal Shelter

The New Haven Animal Shelter is the second largest municipal animal shelter in the State of Connecticut, with over 65 dog runs, attracting over 3,200 visitors annually.

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Website
http://www.findafriendforlife.org/
Phone
(203) 946-8110
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Email
fotnhas.info@gmail.com
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81 Fournier Street,
New Haven, CT, 06511

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Adoptable pets at Friends of the New Haven Animal Shelter
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SPECK

Bulldog

Female, Adult
New Haven, CT
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JASMINE

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
New Haven, CT
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TILLY

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
New Haven, CT
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BOY

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
New Haven, CT
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RHINO

Boxer/American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
New Haven, CT
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NALA

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
New Haven, CT
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LARRY

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Senior
New Haven, CT
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TAYLOR

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
New Haven, CT
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Shelter FAQs

The New Haven Animal Shelter is a municipal shelter located in New Haven, CT.

Additional adoption info

APPOINTMENTS NEEDED FOR ANIMAL MEETINGS. Please call 203-946-8110 or email fotnhas.info@gmail.com for an application. Our open hours are Monday through Saturday, 12:30-4:30 and are closed on major holidays. All animals are vaccinated upon intake and altered prior to going to their new home. Fee $90 (cash only). Additional fee at the vet will apply for mandatory 3DX or 4DX testing, pain meds and antibiotics. Previously altered dogs are $45 to adopt. Proof of homeownership required(mtg statement,tax bill) Landlord approval required for renters. For dog adoptions, we require that your dog meet our dog so bring him/her/them along as well as all family members living in the household where the dog will reside.

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Wanda (Marvel Litter)

Australian Cattle Dog/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
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Zeppelin

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
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Hippolyta

American Pit Bull Terrier/Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, Adult
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Walter

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
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Dolly

Labrador Retriever

Female, Puppy
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Lilly

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Young
Calverton, NY

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