Portsmouth Humane
Animal shelter in Portsmouth, Virginia
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4022 Seaboard Court, Portsmouth, VA 23701Hours of Operation
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(757) 397-6004Donation
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Adoptable Pets at Portsmouth Humane
Sheba
American Pit Bull Terrier
Female, Adult
Portsmouth, VA
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N/A
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House-trained
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Ruffus
Pit Bull Terrier
Male, Adult
Portsmouth, VA
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N/A
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Details
No Details Provided
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Jiggy Aka Rocker
Boxer
Male, Adult
Portsmouth, VA
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N/A
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No Details Provided
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Tux
Pit Bull Terrier
Male, Young
Portsmouth, VA
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N/A
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(when grown) -
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No Details Provided
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Doodlebug
Pit Bull Terrier
Female, Adult
Portsmouth, VA
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N/A
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(when grown) -
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Good with dogs
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Mama Jolene
Pit Bull Terrier
Female, Adult
Portsmouth, VA
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N/A
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(when grown) -
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Good with dogs
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Fred Astaire
Mixed Breed (Medium)
Male, Adult
Portsmouth, VA
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N/A
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Good with dogs
House-trained
House-trained
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Cinder
Domestic Mediumhair
Male, Young
Portsmouth, VA
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N/A
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No Details Provided
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Flash Flood
Pit Bull Terrier
Female, Adult
Portsmouth, VA
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N/A
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(when grown) -
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Good with dogs
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1 - 9 of 72 pets available
Shelter FAQs
The Portsmouth Humane Society (PHS) is one of the longest-serving Humane Societies in the Commonwealth of Virginia and we are dedicated to caring for homeless animals in the City of Portsmouth by promoting their adoptions into loving, permanent homes. PHS provides humane education and community outreach programs so that we may begin to decrease the pet overpopulation.
We accept all homeless animals in the City of Portsmouth.
Adoption steps
- Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
- In addition to our main shelter, we also have cats and small animals at our satellite location inside the Hilltop PetSmart in VA Beach.
- Meet the Pet
- If adopting a dog, we require that they meet any dog(s) already in the home.
- Submit Application
- All applicants must be at least 18 years old and provide valid identification.
- Approve Application
- A staff member will review your application and go over any questions you may have.
- Pay Fee
- You will receive a receipt, a copy of your contract, and any necessary medical records.
- Take the Pet Home
- A week after your adoption you will receive a follow-up email to see how your new pet has adjusted and to offer assistance, if needed.
Additional adoption info
Adoption Fees:
Small Animals –
Hamster/Guinea Pig: $25
Rabbit: $40
Ferret/Sugar Glider: $50
Felines –
Adult cat: $70
Kitten (under 7 months): $90
Adopt one cat or kitten, take a second one home for free!
Canines –
Large dog (over 25 lbs.): $115
Small dog (25 lbs. and under): $165
Puppy (under 7 months): $205
Animals with unique medical care – Price Varies
Adoption fees include (if applicable):
Spay/Neuter Surgery, Age Appropriate Vaccinations, Microchip, Heartworm Test, Feline Leukemia Test, FIV Test
Small Animals –
Hamster/Guinea Pig: $25
Rabbit: $40
Ferret/Sugar Glider: $50
Felines –
Adult cat: $70
Kitten (under 7 months): $90
Adopt one cat or kitten, take a second one home for free!
Canines –
Large dog (over 25 lbs.): $115
Small dog (25 lbs. and under): $165
Puppy (under 7 months): $205
Animals with unique medical care – Price Varies
Adoption fees include (if applicable):
Spay/Neuter Surgery, Age Appropriate Vaccinations, Microchip, Heartworm Test, Feline Leukemia Test, FIV Test
