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Central PA Humane Society

Animal shelter in Altoona, PA

The Central PA Humane Society (CPHS) was established in 1964. We are a non profit 501c3 who receives no government or national rescue organization funding. We survive solely on grants we apply for, our fundraisers we put on and donations from our community. We are a 'life saving' shelter and only ever euthanize animals that are deemed dangerous to our staff and volunteers. This is after we have tried training, foster homes etc to give that animal every chance at a life outside of the shelter. We do euthanize animal that have life threatening injuries or illness that cannot be medically treated by a veterinarian.

CPHS has a dedicated team of staff and volunteers that cater to every animal in their care. We have enrichment programs for both dogs and cats to enable their time with us to be enjoyable and less stressful. We are very proud of our canine cardio and foster for the day programs than allow dogs to leave our facility and get some time out being walked or simply chilling out in someones home.

Our fundraisers are hugely popular in the community with events such as; Chili Fest, Bikers for Barkers, Paws in the Park, Fur Ball, Chocoholics Night out, Mimosas on the Lake to name a few! These fundraisers are instrumental in helping us look after the nearly 1,800 animals that come through our doors.

Contact Theresa Shirley
Address
1837 E Pleasant Valley Blvd
Altoona, PA 16602
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1837 E Pleasant Valley Blvd

Altoona, PA 16602

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Adoptable pets at Central PA Humane Society

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

Norwegian Elkhound/Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 3 mos
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Edith's adoption status with email updates.
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Edith

Bernese Mountain Dog/Poodle (Standard)

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Marjorie's adoption status with email updates.
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Marjorie

Bernese Mountain Dog/Poodle (Standard)

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Shark Bait's adoption status with email updates.
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Shark Bait

German Shepherd Dog/Husky

Male, 2 yrs
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Bristol's adoption status with email updates.
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Bristol

Golden Retriever/Poodle (Standard)

Female, 4 yrs
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Shonda's adoption status with email updates.
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Shonda

Newfoundland/Poodle (Standard)

Female, 5 yrs
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Paris's adoption status with email updates.
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Paris

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 7 mos
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Pikachu's adoption status with email updates.
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Pikachu

Pug/Husky

Male, 2 yrs
Altoona, PA

Shelter FAQs

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  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Approve Application
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 5. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

We do not work on a first come, first served basis for our animals. We look for the best match between the animal and the family/person looking to adopt. We also will foster adoptable animals in homes in certain cases to make sure that animal is a good fit in that home prior to completing an adoption.

Adoption application

https://www.centralpahumane.org/adoption

Pets at shelters & rescues near Central PA Humane Society

A Darrah Bull Bully Rescue

PO Box 44,
Roaring Spring, PA 16673

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
Homer City, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Sarafina's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Sarafina

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Lewistown, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Chili's adoption status with email updates.
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Chili

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 2 mos
Huntingdon, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Carlita's adoption status with email updates.
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Carlita

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Lewistown, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Prince's adoption status with email updates.
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Prince

Shih Tzu

Male, Senior
Lewistown, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Blackberry's adoption status with email updates.
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Blackberry

Domestic Longhair

Female, 2 yrs 11 mos
Johnstown, PA

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