Animal shelter in New Milford
Founded in 1965, Animal Welfare Society provides a refuge for cats and dogs. Its care includes medical attention, vaccinations, parasite prevention, and preparation for adoption. Animals are sterilized and microchipped before adoption, and volunteers help with walks and socialization.
Find an adoptable companion
The official website lists cats and dogs and provides an adoption application. Shelter staff can discuss the kind of companion you are seeking and help arrange introductions. Call ahead for an appointment and confirm current requirements; the organization also offers guidance after adoption.
Visit, volunteer, or support AWS
The shelter is at 8 Dodd Road, New Milford, CT 06776. Call 860-354-1350 for adoption questions or visiting arrangements. The official website explains volunteering, donations, and its thrift shop; use the linked Facebook and Instagram accounts for additional shelter updates.
Frequently asked questions
- Does AnimalProtech verify Animal Welfare Society, Inc.?
- AnimalProtech organizes public information and helps review community corrections, but each donation, adoption, or contact should be verified directly through the animal rescuer's or organization's official channels.
- How can I contact Animal Welfare Society, Inc.?
- Use the public channels saved on this page and confirm that the opened profile matches Animal Welfare Society, Inc., the location New Milford - Connecticut - United States, and the displayed identifiers.
- Is it safe to donate or adopt using only this page?
- No. Use this page as a starting point, then confirm identity, need, accountability, and public history before donating, sending documents, or adopting.
- How can I correct incomplete or outdated information?
- Use the contribution form at the end of the page and send verifiable public links. Do not send personal documents, private addresses, or sensitive third-party data.