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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 Ursa's adoption status with email updates.
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Ursa

Chow Chow

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel/Poodle (Standard)

Female, 10 yrs
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Andrew's adoption status with email updates.
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Andrew

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs 1 mo
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Hickory's adoption status with email updates.
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Hickory

Chihuahua/Border Collie

Female, 4 mos
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Toby the Tiger's adoption status with email updates.
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Toby the Tiger

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 yrs 4 mos
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Nixie's adoption status with email updates.
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Nixie

Domestic Longhair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 11 yrs 1 mo
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

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167 Suburban Ave,
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225 Meadow Woods Drive,
Lewistown, PA 17044

ABC SMALL ANIMAL RESCUE

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos
Johnstown, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Nox's adoption status with email updates.
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Nox

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 mos
Huntingdon, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Meow's adoption status with email updates.
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Meow

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 3 yrs 1 mo
Clearfield, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Taki's adoption status with email updates.
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Taki

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Indiana, PA

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