Adoption: Small Animals
If you are interested in adopting a small animal, simply fill out and print an application, submit an application online, or stop by the shelter to complete the process. Our selection of smaller animals varies. We often have rabbits, guinea pigs, mice, gerbils, hamsters, birds and rats. The adoption fee varies depending on the animal. We provide a free health exam with your newly adopted pet, but the new owner must provide the housing.
- Rabbit adoption fees include the spay/neuter - $55.00
- Guinea Pigs - $15.00 each or $25.00 for a pair
- Ferrets, Hedge Hogs & Sugar Gliders - $60.00
- Hamsters, Gerbils, Mice & Rats - $5.00
- Birds - variable
Check out one of our long term residents! These great small animals have been at the shelter for over 3 months. Small animals tend to be overlooked since they are readily available at many local petstores. Please remember that the shelter has wonderful small animals that have been frequently handled and checked medically. We can help you find the right animal to suit your lifestyle!
"Papa"
Well folks, it's that time of year again. Every year at this time, many thousands of rabbits are abandoned to shelters or released outdoors (a sure death sentence for a domestic rabbit) often because of misunderstandings on the part of the parents who bought them for their kids. For our health and well-being (as well as for your child’s) please make sure an adult will be the primary caretaker and will always supervise any children in the household who are interacting with us.
We are wonderful creatures who make perfect pets for the people who are ready to provide the care we need to be happy and healthy. All of us bunnies really appreciate you reading about our care before considering adopting us.
On another note....we're all very happy that Paul and Ozzie went to their forever home last Saturday! They were adopted by a very nice lady who researched everything about us on line and in books and came to visit them many times before adopting them.
Please read the updated profiles for Prancer, Ginnie and Granite. They're doing the best they can to get adopted, but have been here a very long time and are really ready for a home to call their own.
Love, Papa
Fill out and print an application or send an application online.
Donate Now, the small animals at the shelter need hay, food, treats and bedding.
Volunteer Opportunity, The small animals at the shelter need volunteers to help out by cleaning the small animal cages, exercise pens and room.
 Check out our small animals at Satellite Locations!!
Many local pet supply stores across York and Cumberland Counties participate in our satellite program by hosting an adoptable cat or rabbit (or both)! These animals can be viewed at the pet store, and are cared for by the store staff.
* Long Term Residents are small animals who have been at AWS for 3 months or longer and will be indicated by "LTR."
Small animals can make great pets. They teach children to be responsible in the care of an animal that does not require the high demands of a dog or a cat. It is important to consider the animal's life span when making a decision to adopt as some of these smaller animals can live 6 - 10 years or more, and they all require proper care and nutrition. Many times, children tire of the chores of animal care so it is imperative that the adults realize that they will ultimately be responsible for the animal's care. Please call our Adoption Center at (207) 985-3244 to see if we have the right small animal for you and your family !
Click on one of the thumbnails above to get details about the animal.
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