Erie Avenue All-Stars

09/09/2024

We had a big adoption event this weekend and some wonderful dogs got adopted - some seniors and longtimers who have been promoted on this page so we were very happy.

But we so wished our sweet GSD shepherd PRINCE would have gone to a home and no one even asked to meet him. He sat so nicely looking at all the people walking by but it just wasn’t his day.

We are hoping his day to go home comes soon! He’s such a nice dog who came from a hard life where he wasn’t taken care of and yet he is very loving. He is so eager to please and he’s definitely got a Volunteer fan base.
He could possibly live with another chill pup and dog- savy kids would be okay.

Please share his post and let’s get him a home. He’s available to meet every day at our Philly location at 350 E Erie Ave

09/04/2024

JOHN WICK is such a great pupper. He is young and energetic and looking for an adult home hopefully with folks who share his love of the outside - he loves walks and would love hikes with his family.
He would do best as the only pet but he sure loves hoomans .
He just went to an Adoption event where he charmed everyone.
Come and meet him at the shelter st 350 E Erie Ave in Philly.

08/30/2024

CAKE BATTER is still waiting for a new home!
Our sweet “Cakey” is getting stressed - he’s waited over a year since he came back to us after his owner died.
He had a home and his owner let us know how happy he was and what a good boy Cakey Batter was .
When a family member brought him back he too said Cakey Batter was wonderful but unfortunately he couldn’t keep him
Cakey is a very energetic young senior - about 8. He loves doing zoomies and loves getting his butt scratched. He’s just a great little low rider pup.
Come and meet him at 350 E.Erie Ave in Philly.

08/27/2024

With slower adoptions everywhere these days at the Pennsylvania SPCA a lot of time and effort goes into creating all kinds of enrichment for the dogs. Volunteers do kennel work, take pups offsite to parks, do training and we also do co-walks with the dogs which enables them to exercise both their bodies and their minds.
TOMMY and ROCKY are two healthy, energetic senior boys who have each been with us a long while. Getting them out for co-walking is so good for them and as you can see they love it. If you’re looking for a great youngish senior pup both these boys are sure wanting forever homes. Come and meet them at the shelter any day 12 to 6.

08/25/2024

Who wore these bows better ?

08/23/2024

Denim is a special boy .

08/21/2024

Our pups LOVE going off site and our dedicated volunteers love to treat them to something different. To an event or to a park to explore or even just a car ride and a stop for a pup cup - all these little trips are so wonderful for the pups and we learn new things about them.
Recently a couple of volunteers took ECHO out to a local park and boy did he love it. He wanted to sniff everything!!!
Echo is a very sweet pup, staff and volunteer fave. He can be quite shy but is getting better about seeing people and places he isn’t used to.
He’s been with us over a year and he’s ready for a forever home with a patient adult family who will continue his journey of learning with him.
Come meet him at 350 E Erie Ave in Philadelphia. We’re open every day from 12pm to 6pm.

08/18/2024

Sometimes volunteers or staff take the pups out of the shelter. The pups LOVE going off site.
This past week our Volunteer Manager took senior boy Tommy to a weekly gig with The NEW 96.5. They are wonderful partners who post one of our dogs every week.
Tommy was so happy it was his turn to go. Tommy is 8 and he’s a fabulous dog. He likes everybody he meets.
He’s beginning to be a bit stressed at the shelter and we’d love to see him get a forever home or a foster home.
Come meet him at the shelter at 350 E Erie Ave in Philly.

08/16/2024

Meet KENO! He’s tiny but he’s all dog! He struts along like he’s a Great Dane and maybe in his mind he is!
Keno is up for everything. He loves longish walks and he enjoys running around in our runs. He likes other dogs and could probably live with dog savy kiddos too.
Come meet him at 350 E Erie Ave in Philly.

08/14/2024

Introducing Miss Brown! She’s a very sweet little lady who’s been with us now since the beginning of the year. She was very scared when she arrived after being seized for cruelty neglect but with the love and attention from staff and volunteers she now loves her friends and is so happy to be out and about.
Her favorite thing is massages but she also loves long walks and treats.
Come meet this sweet lady at 350 E.Erie Ave in Philly.

08/12/2024

This gorgeously senior boy is OUTLAW. He was seized by our Humane Law Enforcement group . He was being kept tied up outside most of the time.
Despite being treated that way he really likes people and man oh man this dog loves being out and about smelling everything he can.
He’s not too fond of other dogs so would do best in a home where he’s the only pet and a fenced in yard would be perfect for him so he can be out in fresh air smelling everything
Did we mention he likes to give kisses - yes he does.
Come meet him !

08/09/2024

Dolly’s story is not uncommon these days. Dolly was originally seized for cruelty and spent a long time at the shelter before landing a forever home where she has been much loved for the last two years. Unfortunately her owner had to bring her back due to needing to move into a home not allowing dogs. She spoke very highly about Dolly.
Her volunteer friends welcomed her back with open arms and are helping her re-adjust.
Dolly is about 4 and is open to dog-savy kids, other dogs and possibly cats.
Come meet her at the shelter at 350 E Erie Ave in Philly.

08/07/2024

Z**i is a sweet senior “ish” boy who found himself at the shelter . While he gets a lot of love it is certainly no place for him . He loves going for walks and getting alot of pets . Z**i is looking for a family to call his own . Come meet him Pennsylvania SPCA

08/06/2024

This weekend at the shelter everyone was very excited. After 22 months our girl Mariah was ADOPTED. !!!!!
Her family drove a long way to meet her and when they did they fell in love and took her to her forever home.
We are so grateful to her wonderful new family !
Happy life Mariah❤️

MARIAH is such a great pup but she’s been at the shelter well over a year and hasn’t had any serious inquiries.
She’s a perfect medium size and she’s about 4 . She’s fantastic on walks and she loves playing with toys.
She has really worked hard to be who she is today. She was very nervous and unsure when she came to us but now she has more confidence and has shown us she could do well with a patient family. She could probably live with older kids, possibly another dog and maybe even a cat.
Please consider this really sweet girl and contact us at [email protected] to learn more.

08/04/2024

Hi it’s me KOJI and I’m a very lucky boy cause I get to live in a foster home with a wonderful foster mom who takes good care of me and teaches me lots of things about living in a home.

This weekend she took me on a field trip to a special place and I met lots of people - did I tell you I love people and I am always polite meeting folks.

We rode on an outdoor train, saw the water, had yummy treats. It was a great day.
Maybe my new forever family will take me on some special trips. I hope so.

Also besides people I also love other dogs too! I’m really special.
I hope you’ll want time meet me. If you do reply to this post or email [email protected]

07/30/2024

Denim is a certified good boy . He has been waiting quite some time to find a family . Unfortunately he has injured his leg and could really use a foster . Denim has had good dog meets at the shelter . This boy is a quick learner and loves treats . Please consider Denim Pennsylvania SPCA
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07/30/2024

Rocky is the sweetest old man you will ever meet. Sadly, he wound up at the shelter because his person passed away. You’d never know he was 10 because he loves playing with toys and he has lots of pep. He likes to greet new friends with a big smile, waggy tail and he’ll even offer one of his stuffy toys as a welcome gift. He also likes other dogs!!! What could be better? Let’s find this elegant man a loving home for his golden years! Contact [email protected] or us for more information. Better yet just come to the shelter and meet him!

07/27/2024

Wiggles is such a happy fella, his name really fits him. This young boy was found in a park, abandoned in a crate. It took him a while to learn to trust but he hasn’t looked back. He’s ready for his forever home, and we know he’ll bring lots of fun and joy to his family. Come meet him at the Pennsylvania SPCA. https://www.pspca.org/

07/25/2024

DONDO’S story is one of incredible courage and resilience. At nine years old, he’s faced unimaginable hardship despite his heroism as a Working K9. Now he’s yearning for the warmth and comfort of a forever home where he can enjoy the simple pleasures of life - long walks, basking in the sun and playing fetch ( loves squeakers) with his family.
Do do might seem aloof at first, a response to his past, but once he learns he can trust you his true spirit shines through.
If you have experience and a heart ready to welcome Dondo into your life, or know someone who does, please reach out to gkocher&pspca.org
Help us find Dondo his forever home . Your compassion could give him the happy ending he has waited so long for!

07/23/2024

Happy news!!!! Stormy Jr. was adopted!

07/22/2024

HI, Hello, over here, I'm Rex!
I'm Rex, a 4-year-old Belgian Malinois with a heart as big as my dreams once were. You see, I started my journey to be a working dog, to protect and serve. Life had other plans. I didn't quite make the cut in school, found myself at K9 Hero Haven. Sadly, instead of finding a haven, I faced unsanitary conditions, cruelty and starvation.

When PSPCA's Animal Law Enforcement team found me, I was extremely underweight, my body marked by pressure sores. My anxiety was through the roof. But you know what? They saw the hero in me.

I'm a quirky guy with a zest for life. I'm not the most graceful, but I'm enthusiastic about everything I do! I love my training sessions, long walks, playtime in the playhouse, and fetch. My favorite moments are the simple ones—hanging out with my people, getting brushed, snuggles, and smooches. I'm a goofy ball of love who wants to be with my peeps.

Despite everything I've been through, I still believe in a brighter future. I know I'm a hero in my own right, and now, I'm looking for a hero to bring me into their family. I'm smart, fun-loving, and my personality is impossible not to fall in love with.

Rex is one of 28 hero dogs PSPCA rescued from what was supposed to be a retirement "haven." His life has been tough, but we believe his next chapter will be filled with love, joy, and the family he deserves.

If you think you could be the hero in Rex's story, please email [email protected]. Let's give this wonderful soul the happy ending he's been waiting for.

Learn more about his rescue: https://www.facebook.com/PennsylvaniaSPCA/posts/837226218433773

07/20/2024

GWEN is large and in charge! She is super playful and loves to hang out in the sun.
Gwen can make friends with any human as long as you are just as ex tied about her toys as she is!

Come and meet Gwen at the shelter. She’s been with us a long time and would love to meet you at 350 E Erie Ave in Philly any day from 12pm to 6pm.

07/18/2024

LUCIUS is the opposite of a MALFOY!
He’s a big boy who is a little wary of people in the beginning but with some time and some good treats he will be your best friend. He is super easy on a leash on walks and he loves to sit with you on a bench and enjoy the sights!

Lucius has been waiting a long time for a forever home and he’s so ready !
Come and meet him at the shelter at 350 E.Erie Ave in Philly open daily 12pm to 6pm.

07/16/2024

Biscuit gets his own.

Biscuit is the freshest baked good! He’s been in foster for almost a year now and has settled into home life. He walks along the Schuylkill River Trail, people watches out the window, and takes car rides all around! While he would do best in a home with adults only and no other dogs, he is OK in walks seeing other dogs. He’s much more interested in the sights! Biscuit has a routine that includes baking in the sun, napping for at least 6 hours, and a minimum of 3 cuddle sessions a day including endless hugs from him!

07/16/2024

We're forecasting a great future for Stormy Jr. Here's why:
*Good with other dogs
*Walks well on leash
*Sweet and gentle disposition
*Let's not even mention those ears!

This boy shows his biggest smile when any one of his many shelter friends comes to his kennel to take him out for a walk. He's such a gentleman, it's hard to believe he's been at the shelter for just over a year now. Please contact [email protected] for more information, or feel free to message us!

07/14/2024

UPDATE

We are over the moon happy to announce that our sweet senior girlie CLEO was adopted ❤️❤️❤️❤️

I’m CLEO and I’ve lived at the shelter over a year now - ever since one of the Humane officers rescued me from cruelty and neglect. I was very glad to be rescued and everyone at the shelter says I am super sweet. I love going for walks and sitting with my volunteer friends . I’m a pretty chill girlie and enjoy my treats and pets very much.
I’ve met other pups here and gone for play dates with them. I probably could live with another calm dog .
Also I like kiddos and could live with nice respectful little ones.
I really really want a family of my own - a family that loves me and treats me kindly. I would be so grateful and happy and would watch over my family for always.
Please contact [email protected] to find out more about me. Thank you for reading about me.

07/12/2024

It's clear why this adorable dog is named Handsome! Handsome is a wonderful dog who enjoys going for walks but also likes relaxing. He's a perfect dog to chill with someone on a sofa. He loves investigating new sights and smells and would be a fun, dedicated companion to someone who will open their heart to him.
Come meet Handsome at 350 E.Erie Ave in Philly. Open everyday 12:00pm to 6:00pm.

07/11/2024

Come meet this little pibble . Hope Sindell , she has been very patiently waiting to find her forever home . Hope is a certified treat tester , excellent walker and explorer. Shelter life hasn’t been so easy on her and she has been over looked for months. Hope has so much to offer and keeps smiling in the hopes someone takes a chance on her .

07/09/2024

Always up for a good time! That's our Anderson. Never met a person he didn't like. Never turned down an adventure.

4 years old, 60 lbs, waiting for his forever for 2 years.

07/08/2024

Meet Digger or as we foundly call him Diggy or little stinker 😆. This little guy has had a pretty rough start in life. But right now he is ready for a forever family. He loves treats going for a walks and playing with his friends. He’s a small older gentleman just looking for the finer things in life and who can blame him. He deserves it and adult only home would be perfect for him. Someone that likes to go for nice walks and is patient. Come meet this little guy Pennsylvania SPCA