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Griffin Pond Animal Shelter

Animal shelter in South Abington Township, PA

Our team at Griffin Pond Animal Shelter strive to make a difference in the lives of every abused, homeless, abandoned or injured animal entrusted to Griffin Pond Animal Shelter. We provide shelter, food, medical care and affection and an opportunity for a better future with a loving, forever home.

We may not be able to change the world, but if our efforts to change the world of the animals at Griffin Pond Animal Shelter can inspire you to better understand the plight of these animals and influence you to help us help them, then together we can positively transform the future of homeless and abused animals in our community. Please help give these poor souls a voice. With your support, these animals are given a second chance.

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967 Griffin Pond Rd
South Abington Township, PA 18411
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967 Griffin Pond Rd

South Abington Township, PA 18411

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Adoptable pets at Griffin Pond Animal Shelter

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

Labrador Retriever

Female, 8 yrs
South Abington Township, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Mango's adoption status with email updates.
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Mango

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
South Abington Township, PA
We'll also keep you updated on GREG's adoption status with email updates.
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GREG

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr
South Abington Township, PA
We'll also keep you updated on MEADOW's adoption status with email updates.
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MEADOW

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 8 mos
South Abington Township, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Hailie's adoption status with email updates.
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Hailie

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 8 mos
South Abington Township, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Lainey's adoption status with email updates.
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Lainey

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 8 mos
South Abington Township, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Minnow- Moosic 12's adoption status with email updates.
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Minnow- Moosic 12

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 mos
South Abington Township, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Hunk's adoption status with email updates.
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Hunk

American Bulldog

Male, 1 yr
South Abington Township, PA

Shelter FAQs

Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, established in 1938, is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit serving Lackawanna and Wyoming County. We provide shelter, food, and medical care for approximately 250 animals, every day.

Our organization receives no financial assistance from the Federal, state or county government. So every donation makes a real difference to all of the animals in our care as we exist solely on the generosity of our community members.

Our Mission is to investigate, help prosecute and prevent cruelty to animals; promote adoption awareness, humane education and responsible pet ownership while we care for the many animal surrendered to our shelter to the best of our ability every day until we find them new loving homes.

Additional adoption info

Adoption Hours: Noon to 4:00pm, 6 days a week, closed Tuesdays.

ADOPTION APPLICATIONS
Please email your application to adoptions@griffinpondanimalshelter.com

Adoption Fees
Dogs
Puppy up to 1 year $185
Dogs 1 year and over $165
"Senior-to-Senior" $ 25*
*dog is already spayed or neutered
Dogs include the following:
Microchip
DA2ppv combination vaccine
Bordetella vaccine
One worming
Flea treatment with Frontline Plus or Revolution
Spay or Neuter Certificate

Cats
Kittens up to 1 year $65
Cats 1 year and older $50
Cats already fixed $25
"Senior-to-Senior" $10*
*cat is already spayed or neutered
Cats include the following:
Microchip
FVRCP Vaccine
Feline Leukemia and FIV Testing
Worming
Treatment with Frontline Plus
Spay or Neuter Certificate

Rabbits $50, $65/pair
Guinea Pigs $15, $20/pair
Rats/Mice $8, $10/pair
Gerbils $8, $10/pair
Hamsters $8
Ferrets $20, $30/pair
Birds $10/pair

Adoption application

https://www.griffinpondanimalshelter.com/adopt

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

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Puppy
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We'll also keep you updated on Bowie's adoption status with email updates.
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Bowie

Domestic Shorthair

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

Labrador Retriever

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

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Adult
Wilkes Barre, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Kaedo's adoption status with email updates.
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Kaedo

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 7 mos
Wilkes Barre, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Draco's adoption status with email updates.
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Draco

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 yrs
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