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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 Kourtney's adoption status with email updates.
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Kourtney

Mixed Breed (Small)

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Portsmouth, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Gravy Train's adoption status with email updates.
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Gravy Train

Domestic Mediumhair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Longhair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Portsmouth, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Mango Habanero *working Cat*'s adoption status with email updates.
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Mango Habanero *working Cat*

Domestic Shorthair

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

Catahoula Leopard Dog

Male, Puppy
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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PO Box 13,
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We'll also keep you updated on Ollie's adoption status with email updates.
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Ollie

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 mos
Williamsburg, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Kali's adoption status with email updates.
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Kali

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 4 yrs
Barco, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Giovanni's adoption status with email updates.
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Giovanni

Domestic Shorthair

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

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Suffolk, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Marlin's adoption status with email updates.
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Marlin

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
Chesapeake, VA
We'll also keep you updated on PUPPY BUDDY BOY's adoption status with email updates.
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PUPPY BUDDY BOY

Labrador Retriever

Male, Puppy
Norfolk, VA

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