ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY
A Refuge Since 1965
COVID-19 UPDATE
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The Animal Welfare Society, Inc. (AWS) was founded in 1965 as an independent, non-profit, non-destroy animal rescue organization. Our mission is to offer refuge to homeless and abandoned dogs and cats and place them in loving, responsible homes. Animal Welfare Society
Your Generosity Of Time and Donations Make It All Possible...
VOLUNTEER. DONATE. SPONSOR.
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.
Animal Welfare Society is a 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations are generally tax-deductible.
SOME GOOD NEWS
Sharing some good news from AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association), March 20.
Check here and on Facebook for future announcements and events.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
& UPCOMING EVENTS
WAYS YOU CAN HELP
• Sponsor A Shelter Dog or Cat
• Donate to the Medical Fund
• Donate from our Wish List
Order from Amazon or Drop-Off
If dropping a donation at the Shelter, please leave it in the foyer of the building. The inner door will be locked. We will wave, but no one will be allowed in the building at this time.
You can also make an ONLINE DONATION.
Any amount – great or small – is appreciated and needed.
MARCH 30, 2020
Due to recent developments across Connecticut – we have suspended all AWS adoption appointments, visiting hours and public events until further notice. The well being of our staff, animals and volunteers must remain our top priority.
If you have any questions, please email animalwelfare.socty@snet.net or call the Shelter, 860-354-1350.
Our thoughts and prayers are with our sponsors, supporters, benefactors and all families throughout the country in these trying times.
THE COVID-19 CRISIS WILL PASS.
WE WILL STILL BE HERE,
AS WE HAVE BEEN FOR OVER HALF A CENTURY.
IN THE MEANWHILE...
WE ENCOURAGE YOU –
WASH YOUR HANDS &
RESPECT SOCIAL DISTANCING.
STAY HEALTHY!
IF YOU CAN DONATE,
IT WILL HELP TREMENDOUSLY.
The Staff of AWS
AWS PARTNERS
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!
AWS has partnered with a national nonprofit, "Pets for Patriots," to help U.S. military veterans adopt the pet of their dreams.
Pets for Patriots aims to get harder-to-adopt pets out of shelters while offering free memberships to U.S. veterans and incentives to help them care for their new pet. The organization has a network of shelters that their members can use to find their perfect pet, and they pre-screen members before they visit shelters to make sure they’ll be good pet parents. More info
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.
This year's Give Local Event will be April 21-22, 2020. Check for additional information as the dates come closer.
AWS AFFILIATES
Animal Welfare Society
8 Dodd Road
New Milford, CT 06776
Tel. 860.354.1350
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Animal Welfare Society is a 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization.