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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

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Rebel

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 5 yrs
Altoona, PA
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Shiloh

Boxer

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Altoona, PA
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Rain

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 mos
Altoona, PA
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Stromboli

American Bulldog

Female, 5 yrs 7 mos
Altoona, PA
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Fettuccine

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Female, 8 yrs 1 mo
Altoona, PA
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Griffen

Husky

Male, 8 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

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2451 General Potter Highway,
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Howie

Hound (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos
Bedford, PA
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Leonardo DiCatrio

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 2 yrs 7 mos
Bedford, PA
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Diggity

Border Collie/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 12 yrs 10 mos
Bedford, PA
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Adam

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel/Spitz (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, Puppy
Lewistown, PA
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Chloe

Australian Shepherd/Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, 5 yrs 10 mos
Indiana, PA
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Poppins

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 10 mos
Bedford, PA

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