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ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY
8 Dodd Road
New Milford, CT 06776
Tel. 860.354.1350
Animal Welfare Society, Inc. (AWS) is an independent, nonprofit, non-destroy animal rescue organization. Located in New Milford, we have served homeless and abandoned animals from the towns of Bridgewater, Brookfield, Roxbury and Washington, Connecticut since 1965.
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Celebrate the Summer Solstice with ahYoga
Friday June 21 – 6-8 pm – ahYoga instructors will guide you through 108 Sun Salutations. There will be a place to also practice guided gentle yoga. $20 suggested Donation. All Proceeds go to the New Milford Animal Welfare Society. View/Download Flyer
WASHINGTON FARMER'S MARKET
AWS will be at the Farmer's Market with information on our adoptable dogs and cats, and the shelter's programs. We will have treats for pets and assorted fun items. June 1, 8, 15 and 22 from 10-1. More info below.
VOLUNTEER PROGRAM SUSPENDED
The AWS Volunteer Program is being suspended until after the construction project has been completed. We will have a new and improved Volunteer Program in our new and improved facility!
CONSTRUCTION NEWS – VISITING HOURS
Renovations have begun at the shelter. The cats and dogs in the shelter will be shown between the hours of 11am-7pm on Tuesdays and 11am-2pm on Wednesdays through Saturdays by appointment only. Please call the Shelter for specific information.
April 29, 2019. Renovations are beginning at the shelter. The cats and dogs in the shelter will be shown between the hours of 11am-7pm on Tuesdays and 11am-2pm on Wednesdays through Saturdays by appointment only.
If you are interested in adopting, please call 860-354-1350 or email for an appointment to meet our residents and find your new furry family member. Thank you.
Upcoming
Calendar Events
Media
News & Information
Sat, July 6 - Sun July 7
PETCO ADOPTION WEEKEND
AWS MEMBERS' MEETINGS
Members' Meeting have been suspended during construction...
Fri, June 21
CELEBRATE THE SOLSTICE – YOGA
6 pm - 8 pm
Sat, Aug 10 (July Cancelled)
AWS PET THRIFT SHOP
Sat, June 8, 15, 22
WASHINGTON FARMERS' MARKET
Meet us and a few of our cats at the
Petco Adoption Weekend
AWS representatives will be there from 10 am - 2 pm
to answer your questions, and introduce you to some of our feline friends.
First Sat/Sun Each Month
Petco, 169 Danbury Rd, New Milford
(in the Kohls/Home Goods Plaza)
AWS Members' Meetings
Meetings are normally held the second Monday of each month at 7:30 pm.
Come learn about our upcoming events and how you can get involved.
Check website (or Facebook) monthly for location, weather cancellations, and special meetings.
PLEASE NOTE!
AWS Members' Meetings have been suspended during our construction project. We look forward to resuming meetings in our "newly" renovated shelter once all the work has been completed.
CELEBRATE THE SUMMER SUMMER SOLSTICE
To Benefit Animal Welfare Society
Date: Friday, June 21
Time: 6-8 pm
Place:New Milford Green
Cost: $20 Suggested Donation
Download: Summer Solistice Yoga
More info? Call the Shelter, 860-354-1350
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AWS PET THRIFT SHOP
Bargains on gently-used pet goods. Soft-sided carriers, all sizes of crates, pet ramps and steps, feeding bowls, leashes, collars, grooming tools, clothing, etc. Held the second Saturday of each month through October. New items each month. Click for flyer/information.
All proceeds help our AWS Rescued Pets!
Date: Second Saturday of each month
Place: 8 Dodd Road, New Milford
Time: 10 am- 1 pm
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AWS will be at the Farmer's Market with information on our adoptable dogs and cats, and the shelter's programs. We will have treats for pets and assorted fun items. Please stop by. Rain or shine! Directions.
Saturday, June 1, 8, 15, 22
Time: 10 am - 1 pm
Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens
1 Green Hill Rd, Washington Depot CT
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APRIL 2019: AWS takes pleasure in announcing the groundbreaking of the Shelter's construction and renovation project. Click for details...
Pet of the Week
COURTESY KICKS 105.5 FM & AGRIVENTURES AGWAY
VOLUNTEER. DONATE. SPONSOR
Your Generosity Of Time and Donations Makes It All Possible
Our shelter and the services we provide our animals are solely dependent upon the concern and generosity of the people and businesses in our community. We do not receive any public funds. We place many dogs and cats over the course of a year, but many more are waiting for the opportunity to come to our shelter. We encourage you to learn more about our organization, mission, work, shelter activities, as well as how you can help make it all possible through your membership, financial donations, sponsorship and volunteer support.
Our Special Partners
Animal Welfare Society would like to thank absolutely everyone that was involved in contributing to the success of the 2019 AWS Give Local Fundraiser. Your generous giving during this event truly assists AWS in providing food, shelter, medical care and affection to abandoned and neglected dogs and cats until they can be placed in responsible, loving homes. We are so very grateful for your support.
A special thanks to the Connecticut Community Foundation, and their staff, organizers and sponsors for hosting the event. They are truly a valuable asset to Connecticut's non-profit organizations.
KICKS 105.5 FM brings you the Pet Of The Week every Monday at 7:10 a.m. Pet of the Week is presented by the ”Adopt and Save Program” at Agriventures Agway and the Animal Welfare Society in New Milford
AWS is thrilled to be recognized by the Petco Foundation for our lifesaving work. We received a $3,500 grant that helps us continue to care for and find responsible, loving homes for the homeless pets in our area. Thank you Petco Foundation!
AFFILIATE PARTNERSHIPS
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Animal Welfare Society is a 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization.