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Animal Welfare Society, Inc.

Animal shelter in New Milford, CT

Animal Welfare Society, Inc. is an independent, non-profit, non-destroy organization founded in 1965.



Our Mission is to aid and find loving, permanent homes for abandoned, stray, and abused cats and dogs in New Milford, Bridgewater, Brookfield, Roxbury, and Washington, Connecticut.



Each year hundreds of dogs and cats find refuge at our shelter located at 8 Dodd Road in New Milford, Connecticut. Abandoned dogs are rescued from the Regional Canine Facility in New Milford after the mandatory 7-day waiting period. AWS also makes periodic trips to New York City's overpopulated dog pounds and brings their animals to our shelter for placement. Our cats are found abandoned in the areas we serve.



From the moment these animals enter the shelter, they are no longer unwanted. Each is a special pet waiting for a caring, responsible, permanent home.

Contact —
Email animalwelfare.socty@snet.net
Phone (860) 354-1350
Website
Address
8 Dodd Road
New Milford, CT 06776
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8 Dodd Road

New Milford, CT 06776

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Adoptable pets at Animal Welfare Society, Inc.

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

Colorpoint Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 7 mos
New Milford, CT
We'll also keep you updated on Maggie Mae's adoption status with email updates.
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Maggie Mae

American Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs
New Milford, CT
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Momma

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 6 yrs 1 mo
New Milford, CT
We'll also keep you updated on Angela's adoption status with email updates.
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Angela

Tabby

Female, Adult
New Milford, CT
We'll also keep you updated on Monarch's adoption status with email updates.
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Monarch

Domestic Longhair

Female, Adult
New Milford, CT
We'll also keep you updated on Bumble's adoption status with email updates.
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Bumble

Tabby

Male, Adult
New Milford, CT
We'll also keep you updated on Enzo's adoption status with email updates.
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Enzo

Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult
New Milford, CT
We'll also keep you updated on Gideon's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Gideon

Miniature Pinscher/Chihuahua

Male, 5 yrs 8 mos
New Milford, CT
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Shelter FAQs

Brookfield , Bridgewater, New Milford, Roxbury and Washington

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Meet the Pet

Additional adoption info

AWS Adoption Procedure

If you are interested in adopting an animal, please contact us in one of the following ways:

1. Telephone the shelter at (860) 354-1350

2. Visit the shelter website aws-shelter.org to fill out an application to adopt.

3. Email us at: animalwelfare.socty@snet.net



Get Assistance From Our Experts

The staff works patiently to ensure each animal's chance for a successful adoption. As caregivers, our staff is well-equipped to advise on an animal's temperament and suitability for children, senior citizens, people with special needs, or homes with other pets. Please contact us for more information or drop by the shelter during adoption hours and discuss your needs with a member of our staff.



Adoption Applications

When you arrive at the shelter, you will need to complete an adoption application. Please note that applications must be filled out in person and cannot be emailed or faxed. All adoptions are subject to review

Adoption Fees

A donation of the following amount is requested at the time of adoption:

Cats $150 Kittens $200

Dogs $350 Puppies $400

Adoption application

http://www.aws-shelter.org/adoption-form.html

http://www.aws-shelter.org/Sponsor.html

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

Labrador Retriever/Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 10 mos
Pawling, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Oreo Cheesecake's adoption status with email updates.
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Oreo Cheesecake

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
Windsor, CT
We'll also keep you updated on Champion's adoption status with email updates.
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Champion

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, Adult
Manchester, CT
We'll also keep you updated on Jade's adoption status with email updates.
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Jade

Australian Cattle Dog/Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Hartford, CT
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Louie~Watch my video ❤️

Pit Bull Terrier/Boxer

Male, 3 yrs 1 mo
Southbury, CT
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Buddy

American Bulldog/Cattle Dog

Male, Young
Rocky Hill, CT

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