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Monday 10am - 2pm Tuesday 10am - 2pm Wednesday 10am - 2pm Thursday 10am - 2pm Friday 10am - 2pm Saturday 10am - 2pm

Faxon Animal Care & Adoption Center

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Faxon Animal Care & Adoption Center

"Matching the Needs of People and Animals"
We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization that relies on donations from the public to operate. is never asked.
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Our Massachusetts License number is 0070 Our History

The Civic Department of the Women's Club of Fall River had taken note of the plight of draft animals and began to wonder about the organization to care for them. After much discussion, the decision was made that the City needed a humane organization. A committee was formed and after much hard work and the recruitment of eleven members, the firs

t meeting was held in the parish house of the First Congregational Church in October, 1913. Plans were made and fund-raising began in earnest. The donations poured in and an old bam was purchased at 474 Durfee Street. An aging horse was donated, along with a blanket and wagon, and the stipulation that he be given care for the rest of his life. And with that beginning, the doors first opened on February 11, 1914 (incorporation came on June 25, 1914). In 1917, funds were donated to purchase the adjoining property, at which point runs and cages were added for small animals. The following Annual Report of April 15, 1926 captures the flavor of our early days: "Christmas dinners for horses were distributed as usual. ... bags of apples, grain and carrots to 80 horses who were found in the City and outlying districts that enjoyed a good dinner on Christmas Day thanks to the friends who contributed money and the ingredients for the dinners. Any balance Ieft after the expense of this annual event went into the fund for buying old and worn out not fit for use horses. The League is offering several prizes to the Girl Scouts for the best essays written on either of the two subjects 'Why We Love Dogs· or ·Some Pets of Famous Men·. The League has handled a very large number of dogs this year. Many are given up by owners to be humanely disposed of but the majority are vagrant and homeless dogs, strays picked up hungry and homeless, very often injured and dying in the City streets, often with collars but no name or license number to identify them. The automobile took its daily toll as well. The dogs at the shelter were made most comfortable this cold severe winter by the addition of nine storm windows on the dog kennels. When the League is called on for help, the question "Who will pay? Animals First is our motto, and the compensation a secondary matter. And so, under modern and improved conditions the League enters upon the 14th year of service."

05/09/2024

Valued customers: Please see the message below for an update on the status of our clinic.

05/08/2024

Interested in going to our Drag Show Fundraiser but can't make it to the shelter to buy a ticket? No problem! You can order tickets online via this link. Tickets are general admission. Performers are accepting tips (not included in your ticket price).

It is going to be an paw-some night with positive vibes! We are so excited to see you all and raise money for our furry friends!

https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/84542

05/08/2024

It’s always a Paw-ty at Faxon! 🪩✨💃🏻

Check out our TikTok!

Check out Faxon’s video.

05/06/2024

Will we see you there? The deadline to stop by and purchase your clamboil tickets is this Thursday, May 9!

It's that time of year again! Join us at Bittersweet Farm in Westport, MA for our annual clamboil fundraiser on the Monday after Mother's Day. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the shelter. Give us a call for more information! 🐾

04/19/2024

We find that we are in need of Puppy Training pads. We recently took in 10 small breed dogs from a hoarding situation. If you have any extra pads that you are no longer needing we would greatly appreciate the donation. I've also added it to our Amazon wish list. We are going through Approximately 30 pads a day.

B.B. Thanks you

https://www.facebook.com/AnimalRescueLeagueFallRiver/posts/pfbid02SoxTZfx13sLmE4Siwoctbtz3KMz3uHeD5VXob6vgaUMds7oEDSy8knfAw9xagxCEl

04/17/2024

Join us for a Drag Show Fundraiser supporting Faxon Animal Care and Adoption Center!

Experience a night of dazzling performances and fabulous fun—all for a pawsome cause! Every ticket sold helps save the lives of animals in need. Don't miss out! Spread the word and let's make a difference together!

For more info and tickets, call the shelter at (508) 676-1061.

See you there! 🌟🎉🐾

UPDATE: Tickets are still being sold at the shelter and can now be purchased online at this link

https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/84542?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3nwNbyYI4zCgRbh2rkQEoNgVOaHjOzCz8NPZjRGHEAEl6L3XxYHPbSekQ_aem_AYbbvmGaZNRNR-K8LPZe8YmPRd1BsImNXkNTjb7P2SXTOpjxR7POp8SwFPUJrKS_1vxPwwmhc7-t6dLXlT3tRr2M

04/16/2024

Ocean 30751 is an adoptable Dog - Yorkshire Terrier Mix searching for a forever family near Fall River, MA. Use Petfinder to find adoptable pets in your area.

04/16/2024

Noah 30749 is an adoptable Dog - Yorkshire Terrier Mix searching for a forever family near Fall River, MA. Use Petfinder to find adoptable pets in your area.

04/16/2024

River 30742 is an adoptable Dog - Yorkshire Terrier Mix searching for a forever family near Fall River, MA. Use Petfinder to find adoptable pets in your area.

04/14/2024

📣 We have a limited number of cat spay/neuter appointments available through our low-cost clinic on April 11th and 17th! There are more openings for male cats, and only a few for female cats. Please email [email protected] for more information and availability.

04/10/2024

🌷Spring is here and to make it even better, we are now on TikTok! Follow us for more!🌷

☀️The dogs are jumping with joy!☀️

Check out Faxon’s video.

04/02/2024

A BIG SHOUT OUT to Our Rescue Heros of the day, They adopted 2 of our difficult Ladies, Masala & Penelope! They love each other and will be happy together!

Send a message to learn more

03/31/2024

Happy Easter from Sweet Pea and Tigger!
These two 15 year old sweeties are ready to go home! They’re a bonded pair and are absolutely in love eith each other ❤️
You can fill out an adoption application for them at arlfr.com or in person Monday-Saturday 10AM-2PM
At Faxon!

03/31/2024

Here’s a list of some things we need! We’re running lower on cleaning supplies and we’re in need of 2-3 brooms. Thank you!

03/28/2024

☔️ Got the Rainy Day Blues?
Merlin & Magic have it too.

These sweet boys are going on their second month here in our shelter. We cant understand why, they are the sweetest dogs around! They love attention, cuddling, and eating treats.

We are really looking to send these guys home together since they love each other so much. If you think that they will be a great addition to your home or if you know someone looking for a bonded pair, please contact us!

☔️You can fill out an online application here (or in person): http://arlfr.com/adoption-questionnaire

☔️Any questions? You can reach us at 508-676-1061 or through our page

Don’t let that rain get ya down, stop for a visit. Merlin & Magic will be happy you did!

UPDATE: Merlin & Magic have gone home together! We could not be happier!!! Thank you to all that have shared this post.

It's that time of year again! Join us at Bittersweet Farm in Westport, MA for our annual clamboil fundraiser on the Mond...

03/26/2024

03/15/2024

Shy 30730 is an adoptable Dog - Chihuahua & Poodle Mix searching for a forever family near Fall River, MA. Use Petfinder to find adoptable pets in your area.

03/14/2024

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03/13/2024

Darla 30723 is an adoptable Cat - Domestic Short Hair searching for a forever family near Fall River, MA. Use Petfinder to find adoptable pets in your area.

03/13/2024

Penelope 30715 is an adoptable Cat - Domestic Short Hair searching for a forever family near Fall River, MA. Use Petfinder to find adoptable pets in your area.

03/13/2024

Fiona 30731 is an adoptable Dog - Miniature Pinscher & Chihuahua Mix searching for a forever family near Fall River, MA. Use Petfinder to find adoptable pets in your area.

02/22/2024

Milky 30721 and Noomi 30722 is an adoptable Cat - Sphynx / Hairless Cat searching for a forever family near Fall River, MA. Use Petfinder to find adoptable pets in your area.

02/20/2024

Merlin 30718 and Magic 30719 is an adoptable Dog - Chihuahua searching for a forever family near Fall River, MA. Use Petfinder to find adoptable pets in your area.

02/06/2024

Tigger 30677 & Sweet Pea 30678 is an adoptable Cat - Domestic Short Hair searching for a forever family near Fall River, MA. Use Petfinder to find adoptable pets in your area.

02/01/2024

🐈 Good morning! 🐈

Recently we’ve had an influx of older kittens and young adult cats that are needing to be spayed or neutered. Since there are so many, we’ve had to send them to local facilities to have their procedures. We are in need of medium cat carriers so we can safely transport them to have their surgeries. If anyone has any at home that they’re willing to donate, we really appreciate it.

Your friends at Faxon (Mustafa says hi and thanks in advance!)🐾

01/29/2024

Address

474 Durfee Street
Fall River, MA
02720

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 2pm
Tuesday	10am - 2pm
Wednesday	10am - 2pm
Thursday	10am - 2pm
Friday	10am - 2pm
Saturday	10am - 2pm

Telephone

+15086761061

Website

http://www.arlfr.org/

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Dinner time!🐈🍽️ Clearly Beetle couldn’t wait for the food to hit the bowl 😆 All these boys are available for adoption @ https://www.petfinder.com/member/us/ma/fall-river/faxon-animal-care-adoption-center-ma12/

Scarab has figured out the toy. Gossamer has figured out that if she waits it's effortless

Purrs and Boops from the Guardians of the Galaxy....

Update both Hannibal and his friend Niko have been adopted together!!!! Hannibal we were told he was raised by Squirrels when he was just a baby. He's now almost 9 yrs old. How cute is he?

Update 8/24/21 Adopted!!

Samson

Update: Adopted with his sister Savanah!!

Thomas

Thomas is a loving special needs guy (heart murmur) if you would like to find out more about him please message us.

Dot

Dot is a sweet fun loving bratty little sister. Affectionate and playful. Ready for a new home.

Savanah

Update: 8/23/21 adopted with her brother Samson

Huasheng (aka Mr. Peanut)

Update: 8/30/21 Adopted!! Huasheng (aka Mr. Peanut)is a super friendly sweet guy. He does not care for the company of other cats. But will follow you every where talking a mile a minute.

Pip

update 8/25/21 Adopted!!

Oscar

Oscar is a happy guy that is ready to go home. He is a special needs cat due to having a heart murmur. If you'd like more info on him please contact us.