 | Unfortunately national statistics show that nearly 50% of all animals in shelters are euthanized due to the lack of homes. |
Save a life and make a new friend.
Adopt a pet today! |
Before you commit to adoption, please contemplate the following:
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- When choosing a pet, please consider the life span of the animal in question; dogs and cats live between 10 and 18 years, making them a long-term commitment
- Pets require training, regular health checks, and the occasional vaccination
- There is a continual financial commitment associated with pet ownership; hidden costs are associated with the purchase of food, leashes, collars, litters, toys and licenses
- Some pets in shelters have troubled pasts; please be aware that they may initially exhibit negative behaviors such as biting, chewing, scratching or biting - most behaviors can be corrected by proper training
Proper care is needed for an animal to lead a happy life.
For more information on how to select a pet that fits your family and lifestyle go to our home page and click on "Growing Up With Pets"
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How to Adopt a Pet
After deciding what kind of animal is right for your family, you may visit the following local adoption centers.
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 | Humane League of Lancaster County
Domestic Companion Animal Shelter
2195 Lincoln Highway East
Lancaster, PA 17602
Phone (717) 393- 6551
Fax (717) 295-1391
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 | SPCA of York County
A New Leash on Life
66 Big Mount Rd.
Thomasville, PA 17364
PHONE: (717)225-5532
FAX: (717)225-4728 |
 | Petfinder is an on-line, searchable database of animals that need homes. It is also a directory of over 7,000 animal shelters and adoption organizations across the USA, Canada and Mexico. |
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The AKC's objective is to advance the study, breeding, exhibiting, running and maintenance of purebred dogs. Vistit their website to find Purebred Shelters and Rescues.
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