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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 Jack's adoption status with email updates.
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Jack

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 7 yrs 3 mos
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Arski's adoption status with email updates.
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Arski

American Eskimo Dog/Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 10 mos
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Taliah's adoption status with email updates.
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Taliah

Labrador Retriever

Female, 9 mos
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Murray Coco's adoption status with email updates.
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Murray Coco

Chihuahua/Pug

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

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 4 mos
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Tocabocanana Ginger Candyhands's adoption status with email updates.
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Tocabocanana Ginger Candyhands

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

German Shorthaired Pointer

Male, 10 mos
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

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Indiana, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Chippy's adoption status with email updates.
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Chippy

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 8 yrs 7 mos
Johnstown, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Canyon's adoption status with email updates.
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Canyon

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 7 mos
Huntingdon, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Logan's adoption status with email updates.
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Logan

German Shepherd Dog/Great Dane

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs
Clearfield, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Poppins's adoption status with email updates.
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Poppins

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 5 mos
Bedford, PA

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