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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 Indie's adoption status with email updates.
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Indie

English Springer Spaniel

Male, 8 mos
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Mort's adoption status with email updates.
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Mort

Poodle (Standard)/Golden Retriever

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

Beagle/Chihuahua

Male, 8 yrs
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Frida's adoption status with email updates.
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Frida

Poodle (Miniature)

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

Shiba Inu

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

Great Pyrenees

Male, 8 mos
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Athena's adoption status with email updates.
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Athena

Great Pyrenees

Female, 8 mos
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Mags's adoption status with email updates.
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Mags

Shiba Inu

Female, 1 yr
Altoona, PA

Shelter FAQs

Blair County - Altoona, Hollidaysburg, Martinsburg, Williamsburg, Tyrone, Bellwood, Newry, East Freedom, Duncansville, Roaring Spring, Claysburg, Tipton

  • 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

Bedford County Humane Society

182 Bohn Road,
Bedford, PA 15522

Keystone Bulldog Rescue

PO Box 142,
Ligonier, PA 15658

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Indiana, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Rockstar's adoption status with email updates.
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Rockstar

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 4 mos
Bedford, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Marble's adoption status with email updates.
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Marble

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 mos
Bedford, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Denny Boy's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Denny Boy

Australian Shepherd

Male, 2 yrs 8 mos
Hyde, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Honey Mustard's adoption status with email updates.
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Honey Mustard

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs 6 mos
Johnstown, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Buddy's adoption status with email updates.
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Buddy

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs
Johnstown, PA

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