Women's Animal Center

Women's Animal Center Women's Animal Center founded in 1869 - Animal Shelter, Pet Adoptions, Vet Hospital, Community Programs and Dog Training
PA Kennel License # 1516
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During the late 1800s, the mistreatment of animals was commonplace and those who defended them were often met with contempt and ridicule. One of their most ardent defenders, Philadelphia native Caroline Earle White, helped to establish and fund the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. In spite of her vital role, White was denied a seat on the organization’s board because

she was a woman. So, in 1869, White and her colleagues assembled to form their own association, taking over the Philadelphia City Dog Pound and turning it into the First Animal Shelter and Adoptions Program in the nation – today known as Women’s Animal Center (formerly Women's Humane Society)

Now, 150+ years later, Women's Animal Center, carries on the lifesaving legacy of our founders, committed to making the world an ever kinder, more compassionate place for all animals. Women's Animal Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We receive no federal, state or local funding, and depend upon the support and partnership of animal lovers throughout the United States to sustain and expand our mission.

Our small pet room is full of hamsters, and we need your help to find them their forever homes!Perfect for a family, apa...
01/14/2025

Our small pet room is full of hamsters, and we need your help to find them their forever homes!

Perfect for a family, apartment, or classroom, these tiny pets are sweet, cuddly, and playful. And even better- their adoption fees are just $5 each!

Stop in our Adoption Center this week to meet your new pint-sized best friend. 🥰

Winter is in full swing, and we need your help to keep the homeless pets in our community warm, dry, and healthy! ❄Women...
01/13/2025

Winter is in full swing, and we need your help to keep the homeless pets in our community warm, dry, and healthy! ❄

Women’s Animal Center is in need of the high-priority items listed. For a full list of items we can accept, please visit our website.
https://www.womensanimalcenter.org/make-difference/supply-our-shelter

Thank you for helping us supply our shelter!

Meet Maui- our Shelter Pet of the Week! 🌺Maui is a 7 year-old male who loves to relax. This handsome man is very vocal, ...
01/10/2025

Meet Maui- our Shelter Pet of the Week! 🌺

Maui is a 7 year-old male who loves to relax. This handsome man is very vocal, and will be sure to let you know when he wants attention! Due to his age and lifestyle, Maui would do best in a quieter home.

Stop in this week to meet sweet Maui!

Join Women’s Animal Center’s Mini Paws Club for our Helping Paws Day of Service! 🐾On Monday, January 20th from 9 AM-12 P...
01/09/2025

Join Women’s Animal Center’s Mini Paws Club for our Helping Paws Day of Service! 🐾

On Monday, January 20th from 9 AM-12 PM, children ages 7-12 are invited to spend a morning of service visiting our shelter and creating enrichment toys and treats for our resident pets. Participants will learn about animal welfare and sheltering, create toys and treats for our pets, take a tour of our shelter, and even get to meet an Animal Ambassador!

Registration fees are $45 per child. Please visit the link below to register. We can’t wait to see you!

https://www.womensanimalcenter.org/our-community-programs/mini-paws-club

Calling all readers and animal lovers in grades K-8! 📚Our small furry friends in our shelter are looking for kids to rea...
01/07/2025

Calling all readers and animal lovers in grades K-8! 📚

Our small furry friends in our shelter are looking for kids to read to them! We still have openings available for our Story Tails Reading Program this month on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Bring your favorite book to share with our cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs; or choose from our collection of animal-themed books for all reading levels! Registration is available at the link in our bio, or email [email protected] for more information.

Meet Kramer- our shelter pet of the week! Kramer is 2 years old and recently had one of his front legs amputated after h...
01/03/2025

Meet Kramer- our shelter pet of the week!

Kramer is 2 years old and recently had one of his front legs amputated after he came to us with an injury. Although he’s still adjusting to his “tri-pawd” life, nothing has stopped him from eating all the treats and playing with his toys! He loves to relax in his cozy bed, so a home where he can lounge would be perfect for him.

Stop in our Adoption Center this week to meet sweet Kramer! 🐾

“Meow” means “Happy New Year” in cat. 😺
01/01/2025

“Meow” means “Happy New Year” in cat. 😺

Women’s Animal Center will be closing at 3:30 PM today, Tuesday, December 31st. Please note our hours for the rest of th...
12/31/2024

Women’s Animal Center will be closing at 3:30 PM today, Tuesday, December 31st. Please note our hours for the rest of the week:
Wed. 1/1: Closed
Thurs. 1/2: Regular hours
Fri. 1/3: Regular hours

Have a safe and happy holiday, and we'll see you in 2025! ❄

As 2024 draws to a close, Women's Animal Center is deeply grateful to our community of supporters- like you! From adopti...
12/30/2024

As 2024 draws to a close, Women's Animal Center is deeply grateful to our community of supporters- like you! From adopting, to donating funds, to volunteering your time, and to raising awareness about our mission, your support and generosity has been unmatched. 🧡

Our commitment to finding forever homes for the animals that have come into our shelter and our veterinary hospital's commitment to the well-being of your pets is unwavering, and we can only do it with the support of our community. To make a much appreciated year-end gift to provide compassionate care for the pets in our community, visit the link below:
https://bit.ly/3ZMk91B

Thank you! 🐾

Women's Animal Center is honored to once again be the chosen hometown charity of our partner Reedman-Toll Subaru of Lang...
12/28/2024

Women's Animal Center is honored to once again be the chosen hometown charity of our partner Reedman-Toll Subaru of Langhorne as part of the Subaru Share the Love Event! 🐾🚗

Now through January 2nd, Subaru of America, Inc. and Reedman-Toll Subaru will donate $300 for every vehicle sold or leased when new car owners select our organization to receive their donation. Over the past six years, Subaru and Reedman-Toll Subaru have generously donated over $120,000 to help us provide shelter, meals, and medical care for our adoptable pets.

In the market for a new ride? Visit Reedman-Toll Subaru in Langhorne to support our mission while you buy. We are so grateful to Subaru for their support each year! 🧡

We’re continuing to spread joy this week by sharing a special happy ending! 🐾Scooby was adopted from Women’s Animal Cent...
12/27/2024

We’re continuing to spread joy this week by sharing a special happy ending! 🐾

Scooby was adopted from Women’s Animal Center back in April. His dad shares:
“Scooby is settled in and is very spoiled and very loved! He enjoys play time especially with squeaky toys and he loves when we take him on daily walks. We even got our pup an official Scooby dog tag and Scooby toys. He’s our favorite friend and we’re so happy that Scooby is a part of our family. Thank you. 😍😍😍”

Have the best life Scooby!

While we love caring for the pets in our community, we also love spending time with our own furry family members! Pictur...
12/26/2024

While we love caring for the pets in our community, we also love spending time with our own furry family members! Pictured are some of our staff members’ pets enjoying the holiday season with their people. ❄🐾

We hope everyone’s furry friends are having a lovely holiday season!

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah from Women’s Animal Center!
12/25/2024

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah from Women’s Animal Center!

Women’s Animal Center will be closing at noon today, Tuesday, December 24th. Please note our hours for the rest of the w...
12/24/2024

Women’s Animal Center will be closing at noon today, Tuesday, December 24th. Please note our hours for the rest of the week:
Wed. 12/25: Closed
Thurs. 12/26: Closing at 5 PM
Fri. 12/27: Regular hours

Have a safe and happy holiday! ❄

Our shelter cats would like to remind you to get a…dog this holiday season? 🐶We are thrilled to once again be selected a...
12/23/2024

Our shelter cats would like to remind you to get a…dog this holiday season? 🐶

We are thrilled to once again be selected as the beneficiary of Raising Cane's (Greater Philadelphia) plush puppy sale! All in-restaurant purchases of this year’s Candy Cane plush puppy through January 5th at the following 7 restaurant locations will benefit Women’s Animal Center:

🍬 Trevose (Bucks County) - Horizon and Rockhill
🍬 Fairless Hills (Bucks County) - Oxford Valley Rd & Commerce Blvd
🍬 Cottman (Northeast Phila) - Cottman Ave & Roosevelt Blvd
🍬 Willow Grove – Moreland & Center Roads
🍬 Temple – N. 12th St. and Cecil B Moore
🍬 University City – Walnut and 40th Streets
🍬 Island Ave – Island Ave and Lindbergh Blvd.

Thank you to Raising Cane’s and all who have supported us this holiday season!

Mark your calendars- our next session of dog training classes begins on January 13th! 🗓We offer basic and intermediate m...
12/21/2024

Mark your calendars- our next session of dog training classes begins on January 13th! 🗓

We offer basic and intermediate manners courses, group and private lessons, and AKC Canine Good Citizen classes. Dogs of all ages and sizes are welcome! For more information and to reserve your slot, please fill out the registration form at the link below:
https://www.womensanimalcenter.org/our-training-programs/register-class

Meet Pretzel- our Shelter Pet of the Week! 🥨Pretzel is a 2 year-old pit bull mix who is very sweet and playful! She love...
12/20/2024

Meet Pretzel- our Shelter Pet of the Week! 🥨

Pretzel is a 2 year-old pit bull mix who is very sweet and playful! She loves to run around and play fetch, but is also down to snuggle and get belly rubs from her people.

Stop in during our open adoption hours to meet her! 🐾

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3839 Richlieu Road
Bensalem, PA
19020

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 3:30pm
Saturday 7:30am - 3:30pm

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