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Morris Animal Refuge

America's First, Philadelphia's Forever! Founded in 1874, Morris is a pioneer in Animal Welfare.
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Adoption Hours:
Tuesday 12pm - 5pm
Wednesday 12pm - 7pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 5pm

12/13/2024

🐾 It’s $5 Friday, and our shelter cats and foster kitties need your help staying fresh and comfy!

These sweethearts go through tons of litter to stay happy and healthy while they wait for their forever homes—and we need your support ❤

Here’s how your donation helps:

💖 We work hard to provide litter to our foster families, ensuring fostering remains as low-cost as possible. This support allows more people to open their homes to animals in need.

🏠 At the shelter, we primarily use paper litter because it’s gentle and safe, but we also need to keep other types of litter on hand for our pickier kitties—because every cat deserves a clean, comfy space that feels just right!

💡 How you can make a difference today:

💵 Donate via Venmo:
💻 Visit our website: morrisanimalrefuge.org/donate
📲 Donate directly through this post!
🛒 Purchase litter or other essentials from our wishlists:
Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/y9q9a6yz
Chewy: https://tinyurl.com/2d5kaphz
📦 Drop off in-kind donations like litter at the shelter in our blue donation bin—we’d love to see you!

Your support helps us provide for our fosters and meet the needs of every shelter kitty, no matter how particular they might be. Thank you for being part of their journey to forever homes! 🐱💕✨

12/12/2024

Reminder! 🐾 The Empty the Shelters name-your-fee adoption special runs through the 17th! Meet our adoptable pets this Friday, Saturday, or Tuesday to take advantage of this special and help us find homes for all of these adorable animals!

12/11/2024

We are closing early today for annual human enrichment time (our staff holiday party).

See you Friday for normal adoption hours! 🫶🎅🐾

12/10/2024

🐾 Pet of the Week: Sam & Sophie - Bonded Pair 🐾

Meet Sam and Sophie, the dynamic duo that’s ready to bring double the love into your life! 🐕❤️🐕

Sam: 5-year-old male Jack Russell mix, master of fetch and silly antics.
Sophie: 4-year-old female lab mix, cuddle queen and all-around sweetheart.
These best friends are inseparable and guaranteed to brighten your days! Their playful energy, heartwarming bond, and goofy antics have made them staff favorites. Whether it’s zoomies in the yard or snuggling on the couch, Sam and Sophie are the perfect companions.

💖 BONUS: Their adoption fee is sponsored, thanks to a generous donor!

🐾 LOOKING FOR FOSTER OR ADOPTION PLACEMENT
Sam and Sophie would greatly benefit from leaving the kennel environment and settling into a loving home. If you can’t adopt, consider fostering this sweet pair and give them the space, comfort, and love they deserve while they wait for their forever family.

Ready to meet this lovable pair? Visit us today and help Sam and Sophie take their next step toward happiness! 🏡✨

12/09/2024

Found Dog!

Found at 5th and Tabor Rd (19120). She does not have a microchipped and is unaltered. If this is your dog, or you recognize this dog, please contact [email protected].

12/09/2024

Buckle up and hit the gas! 🚨

Get your early bird tickets for the Fur Ball Gala before they speed off the lot. Let’s fuel our mission to care for homeless pets all year long!

Early Bird Tickets Available until January 1st, 2025. Together, we can drive our mission forward and give pets a smooth ride to loving homes.🐕🚗🏁

Tickets and more at PhillyFurBall.com

12/07/2024

We’re thrilled to announce the start of our new partnership with Get A Gato Cat Café in Queen Village!🎉

Starting December 14th, adoptable cats from Morris Animal Refuge will be living it up in Get A Gato’s cozy lounge, where they’ll enjoy comfort, safety, and lots of love—while waiting to meet their forever families. 💛

To celebrate the launch of this partnership, Morris Animal Refuge and Get A Gato will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 10:00 AM at the café, located at 638 Christian St, Philadelphia, PA 19147. Join us to commemorate this purr-fect partnership, meet adoptable cats, and enjoy light refreshments.

What to know:

🐱Up to 12 cats will be available for adoption at a time.
🐱Schedule your visit here ➡️ getagato.com/tickets
🐱Reservations are highly recommended! . Once you meet your purr-fect match, the Get A Gato team will help start the adoption process.
🐱The approval process takes 1-3 days, and then your new feline friend will be ready to come home with you!

📍 Where: Get A Gato – 638 Christian St, Philadelphia, PA

Hours:
🕘 Weekdays: 9 AM - 7 PM
🕘 Weekends: 8 AM - 7 PM

This partnership is the perfect way to connect humans and cats in a setting as warm and welcoming as they deserve. Let’s find these furry friends their forever homes! 🐾

12/07/2024

🎅🐾 Paws, Santa’s calling! Get your pets on the nice list with a festive photo op. 🎄📸 Check out our events pagebelow for dates and deets! 🎁✨

morrisanimalrefuge.org/events

12/06/2024

Sam and Sophie are the dynamic duo you've been waiting for! Whether you love to play fetch or cuddle up on the couch, this affectionate pair will be right by your side through it all. These goofy pups don't take themselves too seriously and have quickly become staff favorites, bringing smiles to our faces when they play together in our yard. Their bond is truly heartwarming and they would be a great fit for anyone looking to welcome two sweet dogs into their home.

To see more photos of Sam in action, please follow this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/13iZkxtjm40R8W58G4JCxpr0dZFt8SRMO?usp=drive_link

If you're interested in adopting Sam and Sophie, please come meet them at our shelter! Our adoption hours are Tuesdays and Saturdays from 12-5pm, and Wednesdays and Fridays from 12-7pm. no appointment is necessary!

If you have any questions, email us at [email protected].

12/05/2024

🎉🐾 November’s Adoption Roundup! 🐾🎉

We’re thrilled to share that 102 amazing animals found their forever homes this November! 🏠💖 From playful pups to snuggly cats, each one is now living their best life with loving families. Huge paws up to all the adopters who opened their hearts and homes this past month! 🐕🐈✨

Feeling inspired? With the holidays just around the corner, there’s no better time to add some extra love and joy to your home. 🎄🎁 Adopting an animal not only changes their life—it changes yours too. Visit us today and meet your furry soulmate. Let’s make the holidays extra purrfect! 🐾❤️

12/05/2024

Found cat! 🐾 Microchipped, found on 11/18/24 on Montgomery and Sydenham. He is a neutered male and was not wearing a collar when found. Reach out if you know his owner!

(We are not looking for adopters or fosters for this animal at this time, but have plenty of other animals that need adopters and fosters!)

12/05/2024

🧘‍♀️🐾 Stretch, Smile, and Support Morris!! 🐾🧘‍♂️

Join us this Saturday for Doggy Yoga at Ripped PHL () for the ultimate feel-good experience that’ll leave you wagging your tail with joy! 🌟

What’s Doggy Yoga?
✨ A chill, stretchy session to relax, recharge, and channel your inner zen—dog-style!
🐕 Learn from the pros: downward dog from the dogs themselves, and more!
🎟️ Bonus? Every ticket supports Morris Animal Refuge!
💆‍♀️ Feel Amazing: Gentle stretches to soothe your body and soul.

Don’t paws—grab your spot now and let’s strike a pose for a great cause! Tickets available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/doggy-yoga-tickets-1089132266929?aff=oddtdtcreator🐶✨

12/04/2024

🎉 We're paws-itively overwhelmed with gratitude for your incredible generosity on Giving Tuesday!

Thanks to your support—whether through donations or spreading the word about Morris Animal Refuge—we exceeded all expectations and raised a tail-wagging $63,000! This will make a huge difference for our furry friends in 2025 🫶

Your kindness isn’t just a number; it’s a symbol of hope and compassion, helping us continue to care for homeless pets and work towards a future where every animal finds their forever home 🏡

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for helping us make this milestone possible! A special thank you to our board and 1874 Society who worked hard to help to make this possible. And our generous donor Scott and Amy Gnau for matching your gifts! 🐾❤️

12/04/2024

We’re very close to our goal, and we need everyone to rally together to make it happen ‼️

🌟 Every donation is MATCHED, so your gift will go twice as far! This is the final push—let’s come together for the pets who need us most!

Donate now on this post, on Venmo () or on our website linked below to help us reach our goal! You can also visit our website to learn more about our lifesaving work, and all of the programs and services your gift will support.

Our pets are so grateful for your support! 🫶

morrisanimalrefuge.org/giving-tuesday/

12/04/2024

Give the Gift of a Healthy Start This !

This , you have the power to change lives—starting with the tiniest, most vulnerable members of our community. Puppies and kittens rely on us for a healthy and happy beginning, and with your help, we can ensure they get the care they need to thrive.

Every year, Morris Animal Refuge cares for countless puppies and kittens who need lifesaving support. From vaccinations to spay/neuter surgeries, medical treatments, and nourishing food, your generosity makes it all possible.

🐾 Donate Now and make twice the impact! Thanks to a matching gift, your donation will go twice as far—ensuring even more puppies and kittens get the healthy start they deserve. Together, we can give them the best gift of all: the chance to grow into healthy, happy pets ready for loving forever homes.

💙 Let’s make this a celebration of hope and new beginnings for the tiniest paws in need! Your donation supports things like vaccinations, food, formula, toys, treats, and more

🐱 Give hope. Give a fresh start. Give comfort

👉 Donate on this post, via Venmo (), or at morrisanimalrefuge.org/giving-tuesday

Thank you for making a difference. 🐾

12/03/2024

🐾✨ This Giving Tuesday, give senior animals like Aladdin the magic of a second chance.

When Aladdin, a senior dog in desperate need of love and care, came to Morris Animal Refuge, he was unrecognizable—matted fur, tired eyes, and a heavy heart. But everything changed when he found his way to a foster family who saw the amazing dog underneath. 🐶

🐕 With their love, patience, and care—including a fresh haircut that took years off his appearance—Aladdin transformed into a whole new dog. His glossy coat and wagging tail now match the light in his eyes. His foster family couldn’t imagine life without him and gave him the greatest gift of all: a forever home.

This Giving Tuesday, you can give more animals like Aladdin the chance to thrive in foster care. Your donation supports our foster program, providing the resources and love senior pets and animals needing extra TLC require to heal, grow, and find their happily-ever-afters. 💙

🐱 Give hope. Give healing. Give a second chance.

👉Donate on this post, on our website, or via Venmo ()

Because of you, senior pets like Aladdin can experience the joy of a safe and loving home. Thank you for making a difference. ❤️

12/03/2024

🚨 Triple Your Impact: 1 Hour Only!

Triple the Lifesaving — All Gifts Matched 3x from 5–6 PM ‼️

This Giving Tuesday, every minute matters! From 5:00 to 6:00 PM, your generosity goes three times as far.
Thanks to a generous match from a donor, every gift will be TRIPLED during this special hour.

- Your $25 gift becomes $75
- Your $50 gift becomes $150
- Your $100 gift becomes $300

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to multiply your impact and save even more animals in need. The clock is ticking, and this triple match ends at 6 PM sharp!

Give Now to Triple Your Impact! Donate on this post, via Venmo () or on our website - morrisanimalrefuge.org/giving-tuesday

🫶 Together, we can make this the most lifesaving Giving Tuesday yet!

Address

1242 Lombard Street
Philadelphia, PA
19147

Opening Hours

Tuesday	12pm - 5pm
Wednesday	12pm - 7pm
Friday	12pm - 7pm
Saturday	12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+12157359570

Website

http://www.morrisanimalrefuge.org/

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Double the love, double the fun! 🐾 Sam & Sophie are the playful, cuddly, goofy duo you’ve been waiting for! These bonded best friends bring endless joy and smiles wherever they go—and they’re ready to do the same in their forever home. 🏡💛 Who’s ready to welcome this dynamic duo? #AdoptSamAndSophie #DynamicDuo #RescueDogs #MorrisAnimalRefuge #phillyadoptables

🐾 These wagging tails have been through a lot—but they’re not giving up, and neither are we. 🐶❤️ This Giving Tuesday, your support gives our pups the care, love, and second chances they deserve. Every donation helps a homeless pet take one step closer to their forever home. 🏡✨ 💌 Give now and be their hero: morrisanimalrefuge.org 📍 Helping Philly’s pets find their happily-ever-after since 1874. #GivingTuesday #RescueLove #ShelterPups #MorrisAnimalRefuge

Urgent Foster Needed for Billy ‼ Billy is a senior dog with vision impairments, urgently seeking a dog-savvy, long-term foster to help us evaluate his behavior. 🏡 Foster Requirements: - Adult-only home - No other pets (Billy startles easily) - Patient, experienced handler willing to go slow and follow our team’s guidance 📝 About Billy: -Has shown some fear-based behaviors like barking or snapping during handling, but has never made contact/broken skin. -Incredibly food motivated. -LOVES stuffed squeaky toys and tennis balls. -Responds well with patient socialization at his pace. -We’ll provide a full training and medication plan tailored for Billy’s wellbeing, including a virtual consult with a veterinary behaviorist upon placement. If you’re interested in fostering Billy and helping him reach his full potential, please reach out to [email protected]! #fosterdog #billy #dog #phillydog

It’s national cat day! 😻❤️🫶🐾Meet all out of our adoptable cats, and come adopt one - we are open until 4:30! #nationalcatday #cats #adoptable #adoptdontshop

Gracie is a gorgeous young lady and would make a wonderful cat companion! 😻 She has a beautiful grey coat adorned with a small white patch on her chest - lovingly referred to as a “locket” 🥹 She’s got youthful enthusiasm and energy, and loves playing with wand toys and shoelaces! A sweet and social lady, she will let you know how she feels with sweet purrs and chirps.🐱Gracie is a curious girl and loves to explore, “people watch” (AKA, neighborhood cat watch!) out the window, and chatting about her day with her favorite human 🥰 This sweet, beautiful, lovely lady is patiently awaiting her forever home, could it be yours? Reach out to [email protected] to set up a meet and greet with her foster. 🐾 #adoptablephilly #adoptdontshop #catlover #adoptables

Thanks @steveofprestonandsteve , we love you too! Come on down to @philadelphiabrewing for Kegs for Cats! We’re here till 8:30!

Getting started at #KegsforCats at @philadelphiabrewing come on down!

Remember JR, our recent high energy Jack Russel resident? 🐶 Here is his having a BLAST zooming through his new huge backyard! Videos like this make our day!! 😍 #happytail #adoptdontshop

Amanda is helping us make fetch happen! 🐶 Come by Saturday for #cleartheshelters to meet amazing pups like Finn looking for their forever homes! All large dogs & adult cats adoption fees will be waived! See a list of all included animals at the adoptable animals page on our website, also linked in our bio! 🐾🫶 #adoptdontshop #cleartheshelters #morrisanimrefuge #waivedadoptionfees

Come on down to our block party today from 12 to 3!! I am🎉 @muralarts

Kitten Season Fosters Needed!

🐱 It's kitten season - and we're on the lookout for fosters! Each year, Morris welcomes hundreds of kittens of all ages - from mama cats and their litters to independent orphan kittens and bottle babies. That's why we need your help to foster a wide range of ages. Don't worry if you're new to fostering, we can assist with training and supplies as needed. Sign up at the link below! Let's give these kittens the love and care they deserve! 💕 https://morrisanimalrefuge.org/foster/