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Portsmouth Humane Animal shelter in Portsmouth, VA

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.

Contact —
Email info@portsmouthhumanesociety.org
Phone (757) 397-6004
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Address
4022 Seaboard Court
Portsmouth, VA 23701
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4022 Seaboard Court

Portsmouth, VA 23701

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Adoptable pets at Portsmouth Humane

We'll also keep you updated on Black Licorice's adoption status with email updates.
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Black Licorice

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Portsmouth, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Te Fiti's adoption status with email updates.
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Te Fiti

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Portsmouth, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Summer's adoption status with email updates.
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Summer

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Portsmouth, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Diesel Mechanic's adoption status with email updates.
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Diesel Mechanic

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Portsmouth, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Steven's adoption status with email updates.
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Steven

Hound (Unknown Type)/Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Portsmouth, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Simba's adoption status with email updates.
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Simba

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Portsmouth, VA
We'll also keep you updated on French Toast (leo)'s adoption status with email updates.
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French Toast (leo)

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Portsmouth, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Barnacle Boy's adoption status with email updates.
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Barnacle Boy

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, Adult
Portsmouth, VA
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Shelter FAQs

We accept all homeless animals in the City of Portsmouth.

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Submit Application
  • 4. Approve Application
  • 5. Pay Fee
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

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

http://paypal.me/donate2phs

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We'll also keep you updated on Mahi's adoption status with email updates.
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Mahi

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
Williamsburg, VA
We'll also keep you updated on 2402-0012 Jai Alai (Off Site Foster)'s adoption status with email updates.
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2402-0012 Jai Alai (Off Site Foster)

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female
Virginia Beach, VA
We'll also keep you updated on PUPPY ALICE's adoption status with email updates.
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PUPPY ALICE

Australian Shepherd/Australian Cattle Dog

Female, Puppy
Norfolk, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Leo's Son's adoption status with email updates.
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Leo's Son

Domestic Longhair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Adult
Williamsburg, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Logan's adoption status with email updates.
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Logan

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 mos
Virginia Beach, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Austin's adoption status with email updates.
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Austin

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 mos
Hampton, VA

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