ANNA Shelter

01/02/2025

For more information on these dogs and a downloadable application, please go to the Shelter website: www.theannashelter.com or email [email protected]

Adoption Requirements/Policies



You are applying for a minimum commitment of 10-15 years when you adopt a pet. Be sure you are willing and able to make the investment in time, finances, and training (average $1,000 annually) to properly care and maintain your new pet!


If you own your own home we will check to verify. If you rent/rent to own we will need the contact information for the property owner in order to verify that you are allowed to have a pet on the property. Please talk to your landlord about adopting as there may be breed and size restrictions that may apply.


If you have been employed for less than a year, you will be required to show proof of income!


We DO allow out of the area adoptions - however everyone living in the home as well as any dogs must come to the shelter to meet with the animal of interest to process your adoption! You will be required to provide us with proof of home ownership if you own your home - a copy of your deed, mortgage statement, or property tax form are all acceptable. We do not take deposits and/or put holds on the animals available for adoption and we do not ship our pets - adoption requires a face to face interview with a member of our staff and your personal interaction with the animal. There are no exceptions to this rule! A 24 hour meet and greet hold can potentially be placed on an animal of interest as long as your application has been pre-approved and there are no other applications pending on that specific animal (this hold only applies to out of area adopters and may exclude puppy adoptions)!!


Everyone including ALL children (if any) present in the home will be required to come in to meet with the animal of interest. Adoptions are based on the best possible fit for the new owner and animal. Adoptions are never done on a "first come/first serve basis". Your application may be approved or denied for any reason as we are trying to find the best fit possible in choosing lifelong homes. All of our animals are spayed/neutered and up to date on their vaccinations. Basic Exams and Veterinary Care is provided for all animals in our care.


A "Meet and Greet" is required if you have other pets in your home (dogs only). All pets in the home must be Spayed/Neutered and up to date on at least their Rabies vaccines in order to be considered to adopt! It is HIGHLY recommended that your dog/s also be up to date on the Bordetella ( Kennel Cough) Vaccine in order to help prevent them from contracting kennel cough as it is an airborne virus that is prominent here at the shelter. Please consult with your Veterinarian and/or call the shelter if you have questions.


We do not refund adoption fees or reimburse for expenses. Any expenses related to owning a pet are solely the responsibility of the new owner beginning when the animal leaves the shelter. This includes, but is not limited to adequate food, shelter, and veterinary care.

12/30/2024

This album will feature just SOME of the adoptable cats and kittens we have available for adoption here at the shelter as we currently have close to 100 cats/kittens!! Please stop down anytime during open hours to see ALL the cats and kittens we have available for adoption! Come adopt your new best friend!!

You are applying for a minimum commitment of 10-15 years when you adopt a pet. Be sure you are willing and able to make the investment in time, finances, and training (average $1,000 annually) to properly care and maintain your new pet!

If you own your own home we will check to verify. If you rent/rent to own we will need the contact information for the property owner in order to verify that you are allowed to have a pet on the property. Please talk to your landlord about adopting as there may be breed and size restrictions that may apply.

We DO allow out of the area adoptions - however you must come to the shelter to meet with the animal and to process your adoption. You will be required to provide us with proof of home ownership a copy of your deed, mortgage statement, or property tax are all acceptable. We do not put holds on the animals available for adoption and we do not ship our pets - adoption requires a face to face interview with a member of our staff and your personal interaction with the animal. There are no exceptions to this rule! A 24 hour meet and greet hold can potentially be placed on an animal of interest as long as your application has been pre-approved and there is no other applications pending (this hold only applies to out of area adopters and may exclude puppy adoptions)!!

Adoptions are based on the best possible fit for the new owner and animal. Adoptions are never done on a "first come/first serve basis". Your application may be approved or denied for any reason as we are trying to find the best fit possible in choosing lifelong homes. Everyone including ALL children (if any) present in the home will be required to come in to meet with the animal of interest. All of our animals are spayed/neutered and up to date on their vaccinations. Basic Exams and Veterinary Care is provided for all animals in our care.

A "Meet and Greet" is required if you have other pets in your home (dogs only). All pets in the home must be Spayed/Neutered and up to date on at least their Rabies vaccines in order to be considered to adopt! It is HIGHLY recommended that your dog/s also be up to date on the Bordetella ( Kennel Cough) Vaccine in order to help prevent them from contracting kennel cough as it is an airborne virus that is prominent here at the shelter. Please consult with your Veterinarian and/or Call the shelter if you have questions.



We do not refund adoption fees or reimburse for expenses. Any expenses related to owning a pet are solely the responsibility of the new owner beginning when the animal leaves the shelter. This includes, but is not limited to adequate food, shelter, and veterinary care.

12/30/2024

Hi! My name is Moon! I am a young adult male lop eared bunny. I am super sweet and love to be handled. We are sensitive little creatures who love attention and being part of the family. My adoption is only $25.00. You'll need your own enclosure for me so please be prepared!

12/30/2024

PUPPIES ♥️♥️♥️

12/28/2024

We were asked to assist PA State Police with removing and rehoming some animals from a farm where the owner was no longer able to care for them. In total we removed 17 goats, 19 pigs, 18 chickens, 4 dogs, 2 turkeys and 11 cats. This particular owner had run the little hobby farm for many years and truly loved her animals but had reached a point in her life where she was unable to maintain the farm and had to move. Before things got out of hand the State Police intervened to get the animals into a safer environment. Currently, all of the farm animals are in our care awaiting adoption. We have Alpine and Pygmy Goats; Meishan and KuneKune pigs; and assorted chickens available for adoption. If you're interested in adoption please email [email protected].

12/28/2024

A special THANK YOU to our friends at the Moose Club on Iroquois Ave for selecting us at one of their nonprofits for a Holiday Donation! members, Becky, Anna and Ruth were presented with the check and donations by Santa and Mrs. Claus!!!!

12/28/2024

12/27/2024

A HUGE THANK YOU to our faithful friends at for hosting yet another successful Tats for Dogs and Cats event! They have been hosting this event benefitting the shelter pets for 10 years!!!!!! Thanks to everyone who participated, donated and supports this great local tattoo shop!!!! We love them and appreciate their continued support! Ryan and Johnny stopped by to visit the pets and drop off the donations!

12/20/2024

For more information on these dogs and a downloadable application, please go to the Shelter website: www.theannashelter.com or email [email protected]

Adoption Requirements/Policies



You are applying for a minimum commitment of 10-15 years when you adopt a pet. Be sure you are willing and able to make the investment in time, finances, and training (average $1,000 annually) to properly care and maintain your new pet!


If you own your own home we will check to verify. If you rent/rent to own we will need the contact information for the property owner in order to verify that you are allowed to have a pet on the property. Please talk to your landlord about adopting as there may be breed and size restrictions that may apply.


If you have been employed for less than a year, you will be required to show proof of income!


We DO allow out of the area adoptions - however everyone living in the home as well as any dogs must come to the shelter to meet with the animal of interest to process your adoption! You will be required to provide us with proof of home ownership if you own your home - a copy of your deed, mortgage statement, or property tax form are all acceptable. We do not take deposits and/or put holds on the animals available for adoption and we do not ship our pets - adoption requires a face to face interview with a member of our staff and your personal interaction with the animal. There are no exceptions to this rule! A 24 hour meet and greet hold can potentially be placed on an animal of interest as long as your application has been pre-approved and there are no other applications pending on that specific animal (this hold only applies to out of area adopters and may exclude puppy adoptions)!!


Everyone including ALL children (if any) present in the home will be required to come in to meet with the animal of interest. Adoptions are based on the best possible fit for the new owner and animal. Adoptions are never done on a "first come/first serve basis". Your application may be approved or denied for any reason as we are trying to find the best fit possible in choosing lifelong homes. All of our animals are spayed/neutered and up to date on their vaccinations. Basic Exams and Veterinary Care is provided for all animals in our care.


A "Meet and Greet" is required if you have other pets in your home (dogs only). All pets in the home must be Spayed/Neutered and up to date on at least their Rabies vaccines in order to be considered to adopt! It is HIGHLY recommended that your dog/s also be up to date on the Bordetella ( Kennel Cough) Vaccine in order to help prevent them from contracting kennel cough as it is an airborne virus that is prominent here at the shelter. Please consult with your Veterinarian and/or call the shelter if you have questions.


We do not refund adoption fees or reimburse for expenses. Any expenses related to owning a pet are solely the responsibility of the new owner beginning when the animal leaves the shelter. This includes, but is not limited to adequate food, shelter, and veterinary care.

Hi! My name is Petunia! I am a 1 year old spayed female Pit Bull mix. I am a nice medium sized girl weighing 50 pounds. I came here as a stray and sadly no one came to claim me. I am a very sweet girl and seem to get along well with other dogs but haven't met any kitties here yet. If you'd like to come and meet me, please come to the shelter during our adoption hours - Mondays and Wednesdays noon – 7, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, noon - 5 or Saturdays, noon - 4. Emails are fine but if you really are interested in me - please just come into the shelter. Sometimes, by the time the staff gets to the emails - a home has already been selected for me!!! Remember, adoptions are never "first come first served" however sometimes the best home comes in right away and I get adopted! Read the requirements to adopt and come prepared. We believe if it's meant to be - everything will work out for both of us - and if you don't end up adopting me then that just means there's another dog that needs you more. Adoption fee is $150.00 which covers the cost of my surgery that has me already "fixed"; my microchip that makes me yours forever in case I get lost; all of the shots a pup like me needs; and has me treated for internal and extremal parasites and help from Dr. Lyon if I need anything within the first 10 days of my adoption! It also gets me half off a groom at our Lend a Paw Spa and discounts for training at Lake Erie K9!

12/20/2024

This album will feature just SOME of the adoptable cats and kittens we have available for adoption here at the shelter as we currently have close to 100 cats/kittens!! Please stop down anytime during open hours to see ALL the cats and kittens we have available for adoption! Come adopt your new best friend!!

You are applying for a minimum commitment of 10-15 years when you adopt a pet. Be sure you are willing and able to make the investment in time, finances, and training (average $1,000 annually) to properly care and maintain your new pet!

If you own your own home we will check to verify. If you rent/rent to own we will need the contact information for the property owner in order to verify that you are allowed to have a pet on the property. Please talk to your landlord about adopting as there may be breed and size restrictions that may apply.

We DO allow out of the area adoptions - however you must come to the shelter to meet with the animal and to process your adoption. You will be required to provide us with proof of home ownership a copy of your deed, mortgage statement, or property tax are all acceptable. We do not put holds on the animals available for adoption and we do not ship our pets - adoption requires a face to face interview with a member of our staff and your personal interaction with the animal. There are no exceptions to this rule! A 24 hour meet and greet hold can potentially be placed on an animal of interest as long as your application has been pre-approved and there is no other applications pending (this hold only applies to out of area adopters and may exclude puppy adoptions)!!

Adoptions are based on the best possible fit for the new owner and animal. Adoptions are never done on a "first come/first serve basis". Your application may be approved or denied for any reason as we are trying to find the best fit possible in choosing lifelong homes. Everyone including ALL children (if any) present in the home will be required to come in to meet with the animal of interest. All of our animals are spayed/neutered and up to date on their vaccinations. Basic Exams and Veterinary Care is provided for all animals in our care.

A "Meet and Greet" is required if you have other pets in your home (dogs only). All pets in the home must be Spayed/Neutered and up to date on at least their Rabies vaccines in order to be considered to adopt! It is HIGHLY recommended that your dog/s also be up to date on the Bordetella ( Kennel Cough) Vaccine in order to help prevent them from contracting kennel cough as it is an airborne virus that is prominent here at the shelter. Please consult with your Veterinarian and/or Call the shelter if you have questions.



We do not refund adoption fees or reimburse for expenses. Any expenses related to owning a pet are solely the responsibility of the new owner beginning when the animal leaves the shelter. This includes, but is not limited to adequate food, shelter, and veterinary care.

Hey! My name is Noel! I am a 4 year old spayed female calico cat. I came to the shelter as a stray. My days are filled with sweet purrs and gentle rubs against any friendly hand. I'm a lover of soft laps and warm cuddles. The joy of my day is when I see a familiar face, ready to share a moment of affection. If you'd like to meet me, stop by the shelter! I'll be hanging out in the cat room! My adoption fee is only $25 and that covers my spay/neuter surgery; microchip; parasite control and all age appropriate vaccines. They'll even give you a free litter box if you'd like!

12/20/2024

What a great holiday surprise from our friends at EmergyCare who hosted a donation drive for the shelter animals! Staff from the Patient Services Department stopped by with the gifts and visited with the animals! Pictured with our founder/director, Ruth, are Sarah, Kirsten, Cat and Chyanne. Thanks to all of you for your support! We love our ! 💚❤

12/19/2024

A HUGE THANK YOU to our faithful friends at Port Erie Plastics for another donation drive they hosted for us!!! We always love their visits and generous hearts! Merry Christmas to this great group from our ! ❤💚

12/18/2024

For more information on these dogs and a downloadable application, please go to the Shelter website: www.theannashelter.com or email [email protected]

Adoption Requirements/Policies



You are applying for a minimum commitment of 10-15 years when you adopt a pet. Be sure you are willing and able to make the investment in time, finances, and training (average $1,000 annually) to properly care and maintain your new pet!


If you own your own home we will check to verify. If you rent/rent to own we will need the contact information for the property owner in order to verify that you are allowed to have a pet on the property. Please talk to your landlord about adopting as there may be breed and size restrictions that may apply.


If you have been employed for less than a year, you will be required to show proof of income!


We DO allow out of the area adoptions - however everyone living in the home as well as any dogs must come to the shelter to meet with the animal of interest to process your adoption! You will be required to provide us with proof of home ownership if you own your home - a copy of your deed, mortgage statement, or property tax form are all acceptable. We do not take deposits and/or put holds on the animals available for adoption and we do not ship our pets - adoption requires a face to face interview with a member of our staff and your personal interaction with the animal. There are no exceptions to this rule! A 24 hour meet and greet hold can potentially be placed on an animal of interest as long as your application has been pre-approved and there are no other applications pending on that specific animal (this hold only applies to out of area adopters and may exclude puppy adoptions)!!


Everyone including ALL children (if any) present in the home will be required to come in to meet with the animal of interest. Adoptions are based on the best possible fit for the new owner and animal. Adoptions are never done on a "first come/first serve basis". Your application may be approved or denied for any reason as we are trying to find the best fit possible in choosing lifelong homes. All of our animals are spayed/neutered and up to date on their vaccinations. Basic Exams and Veterinary Care is provided for all animals in our care.


A "Meet and Greet" is required if you have other pets in your home (dogs only). All pets in the home must be Spayed/Neutered and up to date on at least their Rabies vaccines in order to be considered to adopt! It is HIGHLY recommended that your dog/s also be up to date on the Bordetella ( Kennel Cough) Vaccine in order to help prevent them from contracting kennel cough as it is an airborne virus that is prominent here at the shelter. Please consult with your Veterinarian and/or call the shelter if you have questions.


We do not refund adoption fees or reimburse for expenses. Any expenses related to owning a pet are solely the responsibility of the new owner beginning when the animal leaves the shelter. This includes, but is not limited to adequate food, shelter, and veterinary care.