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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 Wyatt's adoption status with email updates.
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Wyatt

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Zillow's adoption status with email updates.
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Zillow

Basset Hound/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Adult
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Rita's adoption status with email updates.
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Rita

Poodle (Standard)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Young
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Cedella's adoption status with email updates.
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Cedella

Poodle (Standard)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Young
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Chewbacca's adoption status with email updates.
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Chewbacca

Poodle (Standard)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Soren's adoption status with email updates.
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Soren

Poodle (Standard)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Poodle (Standard)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Young
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Corn Bread's adoption status with email updates.
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Corn Bread

Poodle (Standard)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Puppy
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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Foster Based,
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We'll also keep you updated on Boogeyman's adoption status with email updates.
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Boogeyman

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 7 mos
Johnstown, 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 5 mos
Johnstown, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Gloria's adoption status with email updates.
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Gloria

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Lewistown, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Zorro's adoption status with email updates.
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Zorro

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
Hyde, PA

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