Bide Awhile

Bide Awhile Bide Awhile is a not-for-profit, no-kill shelter that rescues and rehomes animals. Bide Awhile Animal Shelter
67 Neptune Crescent P.O.

Box 50029,
RPO Southdale Dartmouth NS B2Y 4S2

Tel. (902) 469-9578

Adoption Update: Fez (Now Pippin)"My partner and I adopted as our first cat from you guys in June 2022! We named him Pip...
10/19/2025

Adoption Update: Fez (Now Pippin)

"My partner and I adopted as our first cat from you guys in June 2022! We named him Pippin (formerly Fez). He sploots for butt scratches, begs for balcony privileges during the winter to sit in the snow, and sleeps on his back in the middle of the floor. He is not a cuddly cat, but he is always lingering. He is a force of chaos. It's so hard to capture his essence in just a few photos.

Unfortunately Pippin did receive a cancer diagnosis last fall at 2 years old (he had a quickly metastasized cutaneous mast cell tumour) and the prognosis is not good but for the time being he still has his health and he is so loved.

I just wanted to thank you guys for giving us the opportunity to love and be loved by this cat."

Adoption Update: Ginger (Now Stryder Lewis)"I just wanted you to know Ginger is doing great. I named him Stryder Lewis. ...
10/18/2025

Adoption Update: Ginger (Now Stryder Lewis)

"I just wanted you to know Ginger is doing great. I named him Stryder Lewis. His brothers love him and he plays hard. He is very vocal, enjoys wet food, treats and snuggle time with me or his brothers"

Ready to sweeten up your day? Meet our Candy Bar Kittens - now ready to find their forever homes! 🍫UPDATE: All kittens h...
10/17/2025

Ready to sweeten up your day? Meet our Candy Bar Kittens - now ready to find their forever homes! 🍫

UPDATE: All kittens have received applications 😸

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For adoption information and to check adoption statuses, visit our website at www.bideawhile.org/adoptions/adoption-info/

The name? Bond. James Bond.Bond and his partner in crime, Wee, are still in search of their next mission: finding a home...
10/16/2025

The name? Bond. James Bond.

Bond and his partner in crime, Wee, are still in search of their next mission: finding a home.

Think you could be the cool cat who lets these undercover agents make your home their next HQ? Head to our website to read all about them! 🕵️🫆

Check out last year's Howl-oween Contest winner, Richie! ⚓It's not too late to enter your pet's costume for the chance t...
10/15/2025

Check out last year's Howl-oween Contest winner, Richie! ⚓

It's not too late to enter your pet's costume for the chance to win a Halloween goody-bag from Global Pet Foods HRM! Head to our website to enter today: bideawhile.org 🎃

Meet our newest crew of cuties ready to find their way into your hearts & homes! ❤️-For adoption information and to chec...
10/15/2025

Meet our newest crew of cuties ready to find their way into your hearts & homes! ❤️

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For adoption information and to check adoption statuses, visit our website at www.bideawhile.org/adoptions/adoption-info/

Today we celebrate 56 years of happy tails and forever homes! 🐾We've come a long way over the years, but one thing has r...
10/14/2025

Today we celebrate 56 years of happy tails and forever homes! 🐾

We've come a long way over the years, but one thing has remained the same - our dedication to making a difference for animals in need.

Meet Moonbeam, the very first resident of Bide Awhile. This tabby female had been brought to us by a lady from the Mulgrave Park area. The cat had been a stray with no home for many months and while the lady had fed her, she could not keep her and it was a great relief to know that there was a safe place in which to place the cat.

Our small guest was to remain with us for a year until she was adopted by one of our own members. She was a beautiful creature who lived a happy and content life, her days filled with unconditional love.

We don't have many photos of our first shelter guest, but with a little help from Ai, we were able to recreate a photo of our sweet Moonbeam! ❤️💫

We’re thankful for our community - the adopters who open their hearts and homes, the volunteers who give their time, the...
10/13/2025

We’re thankful for our community - the adopters who open their hearts and homes, the volunteers who give their time, the donors who make our work possible, and of course, the incredible animals who remind us every day what unconditional love looks like. 💛🐾

From all of us, we wish you a safe, joyful, and happy Thanksgiving!

Adoption Update: Uma (Now Bubsy)"I wanted to give an update on Bubsy (was originally Uma) who we adopted in 2017. She ha...
10/12/2025

Adoption Update: Uma (Now Bubsy)

"I wanted to give an update on Bubsy (was originally Uma) who we adopted in 2017. She has changed and grew A LOT since then. She is the absolute cutest kitty who loves to carry her avocado toy around the house.

She loves making biscuits on pillows and blankets and loves her food. She is very vocal - loves to join in when we sing and meows when left alone. She loves to cuddle and is the best not so little addition to our family."

Reminder: Halifax Community Votes is now open and Bide Awhile has been nominated as a contender for Best Non-Profit! ✅Wa...
10/11/2025

Reminder: Halifax Community Votes is now open and Bide Awhile has been nominated as a contender for Best Non-Profit! ✅

Want to vote for Bide Awhile? Click here: halifax.communityvotes.com/2025/06/services/non-profit

Adoption Update: Alex (Now Fred)"Fred, formerly known as Alex, has been part of our family for just over a year now. At ...
10/10/2025

Adoption Update: Alex (Now Fred)

"Fred, formerly known as Alex, has been part of our family for just over a year now. At 13 years young, this senior gentleman continues to prove that age is just a number. Adopted at 11, Fred quickly settled into his role as the affectionate, quirky king of the house.

He’s a one-cat show - preferring to be the sole feline in the household - and he’s been a wonderful companion, especially to my senior mom. Fred’s personality is full of charm: he adores catnip, loves batting around his toy balls and his beloved carrot, and spends summer days lounging in his catio like royalty.

His anesthetic sensitivity meant he couldn’t handle anesthesia for a dental cleaning, but he’s otherwise thriving. Since switching to homemade cat food, his stud tail cleared up beautifully, and his coat looks better than ever. He gets 6 greenies every night to keep his teeth in good shape.

Senior cats like Fred have so much life and love to give. He’s proof that adopting older pets brings joy, companionship, and a whole lot of personality into your home. Don’t overlook the seniors - they might just be the perfect fit."

Meet Bluey, Church, and Mango - our newest companions ready to find their forever homes! ✨-For adoption information and ...
10/10/2025

Meet Bluey, Church, and Mango - our newest companions ready to find their forever homes! ✨
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For adoption information and to check adoption statuses, visit our website at www.bideawhile.org/adoptions/adoption-info/

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67 Neptune Crescent
Dartmouth, NS
B2Y4W4

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Tuesday 1pm - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

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