Adopt a Pet
When you adopt a pet from Animal Welfare Society, you make a huge impact! You give an animal a lifetime of love and a happy place to call home.
Animal Adoption
AWS cares for all kinds of companion animals, including dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, rats, mice, gerbils, guinea pigs and even the occasional reptile. You never know when your new best friend will be waiting for you so we encourage folks to keep a close eye on our adoption pages here on our website.
Not ready to adopt a pet but want to help? Make a gift to support the animals in our care. Or, foster a pet not ready for adoption.
Adoption process
Adopting a pet from AWS is easy! Our adoption counselors will guide you through the entire process, and you’ll be able to bring your new pet home with you right away!
Matchmakers
We look forward to helping to match you with your new best friend and supporting you throughout the adoption process.
Meet & Greet
Adopters are welcome to visit our Adoption Center without a scheduled appointment to meet adoptable pets including dogs, cats, birds and small animals.
Open Daily
AWS’ Adoption Center is open 7 days a week, from 10 am – 3:30 pm.

Adoption stories
A pet’s stay in AWS’ Adoption Center is just a small chapter in their lives. Jump on over to our Happy Homes page to read stories of AWS pets, post adoption, and see them thriving in their new homes!
Questions?
For more information about animal adoption at AWS, please contact our Adoption Center via email or telephone at (207) 985-3244 ext. 125.