Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center

11/05/2024

Update! We are in contact with this pup's owner who is on their way to meet our officer at the ER. Thank you to all who shared.

Good evening Facebook. We believe this dog is named Papi. He was struck by a car near Carew St and Farragut St in Springfield. He is microchipped but the officer on duty has had no luck reaching an owner and it's possible the information is not current.

He is on his way to the emergency room in critical condition and we are trying to locate his people as quickly as possible. If you recognize him, please call us at 413-781-1484x1.

11/04/2024

Ace sure is excited for on December 3rd! He hopes you all will join in and support a great cause...TJO!

11/04/2024

These animals have come into TJO over the past few days. We are hoping to get in touch with their owners. They are under our care and not currently available for foster or adoption. Animals available for adoption are listed on our website. The website is current and up to date.

If you recognize an animal in this post please call 413-781-1484.
Please remember that we are operating by appointment only for all services and appointments are made by calling 413-781-1484 x2.

Estos animales han llegado a TJO en los últimos días. Esperamos ponernos en contacto con sus dueños. En este momento no están disponibles para ser adoptados. Los animales disponibles para adopción están en nuestro web site. La informacion en nuestro web site es actualizada frecuentemente.

Si usted reconoce un animal en esta publicacion favor de llamar al 413-781-1484, recuerde que estamos operando con cita previa para todos los servicios, para citas favor de llamar al 413-781-1484 x2.

10/30/2024

SAVE THE DATE!!!

10/29/2024

We are beyond happy on this National Cat Day!!!

Sylvester was adopted from TJO in 2018. We are unsure what the circumstances were that caused him to be found as a stray again this past July but we are happy he found his way back to us. He was emaciated and had severe anemia. His condition was dire to say the least. Here at TJO, we don’t just give up! Sylvester was stabilized and set off to one of our amazing foster homes.
Over the last several months, Sylvester defied the odds in foster! He was a love bug even when he first arrived in such lousy shape. He gained weight, he gained strength, he thrived!!!
Today, on National Cat Day Sylvester met Bob! To say it was a perfect match is an understatement. Sylvester, went right over to him for pets and attention. There were tears and well wishes from his loving foster (Alanna pictured).
We wish them many years of happiness, ear rubs, and cuddles.

10/28/2024

Guess what time it is!! It's TJO Alumni Calendar time! The Foundation for TJO Animals is excited for this year's options! Dogs, Cats, Fosters, The Journey of Maxwell Edison, and a very special tribute month in the cat calendar for our friend Toto the Tornado Kitten. Each calendar was designed and created by TJO friend, foster & volunteer, Shannon O'Connell. Calendar's available in wall and desk versions and are on sale now. Orders ship directly to you. Proceeds from every sale go to the Foundation for TJO Animals to support the medical care and treatment for the TJO animals in need. Start that holiday shopping early! Click the link and happy shopping!! https://www.createphotocalendars.com/Shop/foundationfortjoanimals

10/26/2024

Hi folks - in addition to wet food, we could really use several deliveries of hot dogs! We use hot dogs to dispense medicine, and as treats. Brand doesn't matter! All donations can be sent to: 627 Cottage St, Springfield 01104. Thanks so much!

10/25/2024

Good Evening Facebook! This beautiful girl was found on Windsor St in Springfield. She has been around for at least a week with an injury to her rear leg. She is on her way to the ER to be evaluated, but we're hoping to locate her humans as quickly as possible. If you recognize her, please call 413-781-1484 x1 ASAP. We are not currently looking for fosters or adopters for this girl.

10/25/2024

The Springfield Thunderbirds welcome the dogs again on Friday, November 15th, at 7:05p.m. for the Annual Pucks N' Paws night to benefit the Foundation for TJO Animals. Come on out for a fun family event of hockey, dogs, and more dogs!
TICKETS: https://springfieldthunderbirds.com/tickets/pucks-paws

10/24/2024

10/24/2024

Gypsy, who is dealing with some allergies before looking for a home, has made us aware of some empty shelves. We are in urgent need of wet dog food and bleach! If anyone is able to send these important items, they can be shipped to 627 Cottage St, Springfield 01104. Gypsy and the rest of us here at TJO thank you!!

**product links can be found by clicking on images**

10/23/2024

We wanted to take a moment to update you on our friend. Dubbed "Snow" for now, he had a great first day of the rest of his life. Our officers are following up a few leads we've received, but we don't have anything concrete yet.

Snow spent his day chilling in an office and enjoying leisurely strolls on this gorgeous day. His personality started coming out and we learned he knows sit & paw! He even played with a couple toys.

The vet team monitoring his recovery is cautiously optimistic regarding Snow's condition. Based on his initial test results we're hopeful that his anemia will resolve with regular meals and flea treatment. His kidneys did receive some damage due to an infection and his poor nutrition. We're starting him on a course of antibiotics and should have a better idea of his recovery expectations in a few weeks.

We thank everyone for their kind words, thoughts, prayers, and donations. We're also grateful to individuals who have provided some leads for us to act on. If you would like to make a momentary donation to help Snow, please follow the link: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/ForHMZsVNbwJOxllwfx0nw

If you would like to help the animals in our care, we would love donations of canned dog food.

10/22/2024

Good afternoon friends. We're looking for help identifying the owners of this dog who was brought in as a stray. We have reason to believe all the information provided by the finder of this dog may have been falsified.

This dog has already received initial care here at TJO and further diagnostics are pending. He is being started on a refeeding plan while we await further test results and testing. If you would like to help us treat him and others like him, please consider a donation to the Foundation for TJO Animals. https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/ForHMZsVNbwJOxllwfx0nw

We know many of you will be outraged by the condition of this poor baby, but we are hoping someone may recognize him and be able to provide information that might lead us to identify his owners. We would like this information for a number of reasons. First, we want to ensure there are no more animals in need. Second, contagious disease and exposure to substances haven't been ruled out as additional concerns. And lastly, we'd love to learn more about how this poor boy ended up in this condition and hopefully acquire a legal surrender to allow us to obtain ownership sooner, rather than later.

Tips can be sent via messenger or called in directly to our animal control line at 413-781-1484x1. Calls are confidential. Please share far and wide as we suspect this dog did not come from Indian Orchard as originally reported by the finder. As always, thanks for your help!

10/18/2024

Do you know me? I really need my people. I am an intact male, found on Fargo St, Springfield. I have no tags nor a microchip. I am headed to the emergency vet for care. We are not looking for fosters or adopter at this time.

10/18/2024

Huge Thank You to Alicia and Zaida. These two TJO supporters had a fun girls day shopping at the last KMart on the contential US, in Long Island, NY. When they got there they saw most of the remaining items were for animals. Lucky for our critters these ladies purchased 250 of our kitties fave flavored foods along with, cat toys, litter and catnip for our cats and wee pads for the dogs! We can’t thank them enough for thinking of our critters!

10/18/2024

Even our kitties like PSL season 🎃 ☕️

Happy Friday from Tiger and his TJO friends. Interested in bringing a new friend home? We are open today from 12-3:30. Come visit!

10/17/2024

We had such a nice visit from Miley and her dad today. Miley was adopted from TJO years ago and when her dad stopped by he was happy to let us know that she was “the best dog I’ve ever had!”

We love when alums come to visit or send us updates! Have an update to share? Email us at: [email protected]

10/17/2024

This injured male kitty is coming in to TJO from Prew Avenue in Holyoke. He is not neutered or microchipped. A Good Samaritan has been looking out for him and noticed he needed help. We are sharing to see if he may have a family missing him. If you recognize him please call 413-781-1484.

10/17/2024

** Foster needed! **

ACO Lazu just dropped Ace off for his surgery this morning. Ace is having a plate placed in his ankle due to an injury while playing that tore ligaments in his wrist. Please send positive vibes and well wishes.

This energetic, lovable goofball would do best recovering in a home. Could it be yours? Check out information on fostering below. If you think you can help Ace, or any of our other animals, please get in touch with us.

Ace’s surgery is made possible by support from The Foundation for TJO Animals. This 501c3 group is committed to supporting animals and their medical needs at our shelter and we are grateful for their ongoing support. Check them out at: www.tjofoundation.org

To foster:
https://www.tjoconnoradoptioncenter.com/get-involved/foster