Pawtucket Animal Shelter

Pawtucket Animal Shelter Welcome to the Official Pawtucket Animal Shelter page! This page is not monitored on a 24 hour basis.

For additional information, please contact the shelter at 401-722-4243. Thank you for your interest in our shelter and helping our furry friends The Pawtucket Animal Shelter is a municipal animal shelter located in Slater Park in the City of Pawtucket, RI. Our shelter provides temporary care and housing for stray and/or abandoned animals found in our city. Visit https://www.petfinder.com/member/us

/ri/pawtucket/pawtucket-animal-shelter-ri13/ and select the animal that is right for you. After you select an animal, there is a brief application to fill out. Once that is complete, an adoption counselor or animal control officer will discuss with you the laws and requirements of the adoption. NOTE: The State of RI has passed a law that requires animal shelters to spay / neuter an animal BEFORE it is adopted from a shelter. (Unless it is too young at the time of adoption or medically excluded from having the surgery)

In addition to our $15.00 adoption fee, we are now required to charge a spay / neuter fee to cover the cost of this surgery. The fee will range from $65.00 - $175.00 depending of the type of animal, gender, weight, and the veterinarian used. The animal will receive an examination, distemper and rabies vaccination (1 yr), and spayed/neuter surgery prior to the adoption. If the animal is too young for surgery at the time of adoption, the fees are still collected, a surgery appointment is made for you and the fee is passed along to the veterinarian at the time of surgery. IMPORTANT: Please be sure of your adoption selection as ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. The spay/neuter fees are forwarded to our participating veterinarians for services provided.
*You must bring a photo identification with correct address in order to process the adoption.
*You must be at least 21 years old to adopt an animal.
*You must have the homeowners permission to have a pet in the home. You will be required to sign some additional forms documenting that you understand and agree to abide by the laws and adoption regulations. (The adoption process takes approximately 15 - 20 minutes)
Adoption applications are available here: https://pawtucketanimalshelter.com/adoption-application

This little baby was found on central ave, if this is your cat or you have any info please reach out 401-722-4243
11/30/2025

This little baby was found on central ave, if this is your cat or you have any info please reach out 401-722-4243

Thanksgiving dinner!
11/28/2025

Thanksgiving dinner!

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Tiny is looking for a couch to call her own! If you are looking for the perfect companion to hunker down for a cozy movi...
11/26/2025

Tiny is looking for a couch to call her own!
If you are looking for the perfect companion to hunker down for a cozy movie night or watch the big game with you, Tiny is the girl for you!
Tiny came into the shelter carrying a couple extra pounds and we shortly found out this was a result of hypothyroidism. Now that she is being treated for it she's been shedding that extra weight and her mobility has improved immensely. We've learned that Tiny loves to play with toys, and she's an incredible walking companion. When you're not in the mood for that, she's content to just chill and cuddle with her people, making her the perfect dog for those cozy winter nights that are headed our way.
While Tiny is the perfect companion with people, she has shown that she would rather not share her space with another dog.
If you’re ready to open your heart and home to a loyal, loving companion, Tiny is waiting to meet you. Let this sweet girl show you just how big her love is!

Looking for the owner of this dog found in the area of Knowles st. and Pawtucket ave. Any info please call the shelter a...
11/26/2025

Looking for the owner of this dog found in the area of Knowles st. and Pawtucket ave. Any info please call the shelter at 401-722-4243

🦃🍁 This Thanksgiving, one pup is hoping for the biggest gift of all… a family. 🍁🦃Meet Sky — a sweet, energetic blue-merl...
11/23/2025

🦃🍁 This Thanksgiving, one pup is hoping for the biggest gift of all… a family. 🍁🦃

Meet Sky — a sweet, energetic blue-merle Chihuahua/Frenchie mix with a heart as soft as her fur. 💙
She may be visually and hearing impaired, but don’t let that fool you — she LOVES life. Her tail never stops wagging, she learns routines quickly, and she lights up every room she enters.

🐾 What Sky is thankful for:
• Warm beds
• Belly rubs
• Treats (all the treats)
• People who believe every dog deserves love

🐶 What Sky is wishing for:
A forever home where she can feel safe, cherished, and included — a place where her differences aren’t disadvantages, just part of what makes her beautifully unique.

🐾 Meet Marbles — The Playful Cat Still Waiting for a Home 🐾Poor Marbles… time is running out and he might end up being t...
11/23/2025

🐾 Meet Marbles — The Playful Cat Still Waiting for a Home 🐾

Poor Marbles… time is running out and he might end up being the only adoptable cat left in the shelter this Thanksgiving. 💔
He doesn’t understand why everyone else has found a family except him — he’s just waiting patiently for his person to walk through the door.

✨ About Marbles:
• SUPER playful and energetic — he loves toys, games, and anyone who will join the fun!
• Ideal for someone who enjoys interactive play every day
• A true bird-watcher extraordinaire — give him a sunny window and he’ll be entertained for hours 🪟🐦

UPDATE-- Returned to owner!!Found on Olive And Nickerson, if this is your pet or you have any information please reach o...
11/22/2025

UPDATE-- Returned to owner!!
Found on Olive And Nickerson, if this is your pet or you have any information please reach out 401-722-4243

11/17/2025
🦃 Thanksgiving Wish🍂As the holidays approach, some wonderful cats are hoping for the greatest gift of all — a forever ho...
11/17/2025

🦃 Thanksgiving Wish🍂

As the holidays approach, some wonderful cats are hoping for the greatest gift of all — a forever home to call their own.

🐾 Frankie – Gentle, loyal, and full of affection. Loves curling up next to people and is happiest when he has someone to love.

🐾 Marble – A stunning beauty with a soft personality. Curious, calm, and enjoys cozy napping spots.

🐾 Oliver – Playful, friendly, and always ready to brighten your day. Gets along great with people and loves attention.

These kitties are ready to fill a homes with warmth, purrs, and gratitude.

If you or someone you know is looking to welcome love this Thanksgiving, please reach out.

Update reunited with Owner!FOUND on Mineral spring tonight, wearing harness no chip. If this is your pup or you have any...
11/07/2025

Update reunited with Owner!
FOUND on Mineral spring tonight, wearing harness no chip. If this is your pup or you have any info please reach out to the Pawtucket animal shelter 401-722-4243

Address

401 Newport Avenue
Pawtucket, RI
02860

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm
Sunday 10am - 2pm

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https://www.petfinder.com/search/pets-for-adoption/?shelter_id%5B0%5D=RI13&sort%5B0

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