Bideawee's mission is to create and strengthen the human-animal bond through best-in-class lifesaving and compassionate care for pets and the people who love them. We do this by providing the highest quality shelter experience, medical care, socialization activity and adoption services within a disciplined and sustainable financial structure. We are a compassionate team of dedicated staff, board members and volunteers, and our work demonstrates our ongoing commitment to the well-being of animals and their people in our community.
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118 Old Country Rd.
Westhampton, NY 11977
Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.
With locations in Manhattan, Westhampton and Wantagh, Bideawee was founded in 1903 by Mrs. Flora D'Auby Jenkins Kibbe. Bideawee, which means "stay awhile" in Scottish, is one of the oldest humane organizations in the United States.
Additional adoption info
Please bring the following to your adoption appointment:
Photo ID with current address AND a copy of their utility bill with their current address.
Proof in Writing that Pets Are Welcome in the Building. This can be in the form of a lease, a letter from the landlord, or an email from the landlord.
Adopting a dog? Adopters must bring a leash, collar and harness.
Adopting a cat? Adopters must bring a sturdy, non-cardboard pet carrier. (Bedding optional but helpful).
Adoption application
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