Friends of Mansfield Animal Shelter and Mansfield Animal Control, CT

12/09/2024

*Owner came forward *Found running around cold and wet in Renwood apartments in Mansfield, intact male micro bully, no collar no chip. If this is your dog, please contact us at 860-487-0137

12/09/2024

As the holidays near, we are seeing a lot of festive home decorations as we patrol the neighborhoods and visit with pet owners in need of our services.

While these decors are all lovely and seasonal (and some of the baked goods smell delicious) - please don’t forget that many of these plants, foods and decorations, are unsafe, or even quite dangerous for pets.

These hazards range from chocolate and bread, to tinsel and tree fertilizer, all the way to mistletoe and poinsettias!

Our good friends/colleagues at MSPCA-Angell have put together this great list of Holiday Hazards, in an effort to keep your pets safe and your holidays without incident. It is a worth-read as you prepare your homes for the holiday season.

Please also consider free-roaming cats and wildlife, when decorating and planting outdoors. Animals are curious by nature, which can place them in unknowingly precarious positions. Please report any animals to us that appear sick or injured.

In the event that your pet has ingested something unsafe, or even if you suspect that your pet has gotten into something harmful, please do not hesitate to call your veterinarian, or one of the outstanding emergency veterinary hospitals nearest to our community. We have provided some of these important phone numbers and addresses, just in case – but our hope is that no one needs them.

Perhaps you can print this page and keep it nearby as we further enter and coast through the holiday season.

Our mission, at Dedham Animal Control, is to keep animals safe, and keep our community informed and connected to helpful and vital resources.

Pet Poison Control Hotline 800-213-6680

MSPCA-Angell-Animal Medical Center Emergency Service 617-522-7282
350 South Huntington Ave, Boston

Veterinary Emergency Group 617.729.4446
165 Needham St, Newton

Veterinary Urgent Care Center 781.373.8080
926 Providence Hwy, Dedham

Tufts Veterinary & Emergency Treatment & Specialties 508.668.5454
525 South St, Walpole

Blue Pearl Veterinary Partners 617.284.9777
56 Roland St, Boston

[Photo: A list of Holiday Hazards c/o Angell Animal Medical Center]

12/08/2024

*REUNITED*

🎉REUNITED🎉
Hambone is on his way home!!! He was found by his owners . We are so happy for him and his family. Welcome home sweetheart!♥️🐾

*Missing in Storrs-Mansfield*
This handsome boy is missing from his home after running into the woods. He is friendly but we ask that you do not chase him as it could put him in danger or drive him further away. Please call in any sightings immediately

12/07/2024

FOUND:
Friendly female torbie cat on Stearns Road, Mansfield CT. She has no microchip. If this is your cat please call the shelter (860)487-0137. Proof of ownership required.

12/07/2024

Winter weather is most definitely here!
🌨️When coming inside make sure to keep your pet dry to avoid dry, flaky skin. Avoid frequent baths if you’re able to.
🥾Use paw protectants, booties, or pet safe salt whenever possible. Wipe paws after walks to keep them from cracking.
✂️Make sure your groomer keeps the trim long to keep your pup warm
❄️More dogs are lost in winter than any other season so keep your license tags on!

More here: https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/general-pet-care/cold-weather-safety-tips

11/28/2024

Today we are thankful for our staff, volunteers, and the community that comes together whenever we need donations or help!
🦃Happy Thanksgiving!

https://www.petfinder.com/dog/rocky-road-73079009/ct/mansfield/mansfield-animal-control-ct23/

11/23/2024

‼️‼️REUNITED WITH OWNER

We have had multiple confirmed sightings of a missing bull terrier in the Mt. Hope area of RT 89. This is a dog missing from Ashford, CT. She is extremely skittish and has now run off from sightings twice.
The owner is going out looking. Please call the shelter (860)487-0137 or owner with any sightings! The owner is Vicki (860)377-3484.

*this is a stock photo for reference. The missing dog is white with one brown ear and a small patch of brown fur around one eye

11/20/2024

This cats has been spotted near the intersection of 195 and Browns Rd. Cats are allowed to roam in Mansfield but with the winter months ahead we want to make sure this cat has a home. If you are the owner of this cat or recognize it please contact Mansfield Animal Control at 860-487-0137

11/15/2024

Found intact male Bengal cat at Circle Dr in Mansfield. No chip. Proof of ownership required. 860-487-0137

*Please note this cat is not up for adoption at this time*

11/12/2024

!!!!!Owner located!!!!Brought in large cat brown classic tabby, neutered male, Seresto flea collar close to the ECSU ball field. No chip located. We are looking for his owners, please contact us. Owners could be Willimantic residents 860-487-0137

11/11/2024

11/09/2024

With holidays right around the corner, fall is in full swing!
Keep your pet safe with this list of things to avoid this season!
🌽Never let your dog chew on a corn cob - decoration or otherwise - as they can cause an obstruction.
🌱Outdoor plants now inside-keep them away from your dog or cat if they are poisonous.
🪻Keep your pets inside while you’re planting fall bulbs.
🍄‍🟫Always check fertilizers and mulches for mold.
🍄Keep pets away from potentially poisonous mushrooms in the yard.
🌳Keep your pets away from acorns. They cause digestive issues, but they can also be a choking hazard and can damage teeth.

More fall dangers➡️https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/general-pet-care/autumn-safety-tips

11/04/2024

!!!!FOUND!!!!!BOL female German Shepherd named Otca, missing from 549 Gurleyville Rd in Mansfield. Otca is a visiting dog and not familiar with the area! She is wearing tags with phone numbers. If you see Otca please call the owner immediately. The number is 860-753-0260. Thank you!!

11/02/2024

FACT: After 5 months patiently waiting our lovely lady, Whitney, found a home!
She is now going to live the spoiled life as an only pup with a nice fluffy bed!

10/31/2024

🎃Happy Halloween!👻

Have a safe and spooky night, pups and kids alike!

10/28/2024

Large neutered male orange kitty missing from Atwoodville Rd in Mansfield CT. If you see a cat with this description please call the owner Silas directly at 860-771-1597

10/26/2024

💨🍃High Wind Warning🍃💨
The next couple of days there are high wind warnings in effect.
🔥🚒 There is also Fire Warning🚒🔥
We are extremely dry.
Please keep your dog walks short. Please make sure your fence gates are closed. Use carabiner clips or bungee cords to secure the gates so they cannot fly open.
Please check all tree limbs to make sure nothing has fallen on your fence.
Please keep your dogs leashed at all times for their safety !
Please be safe. Your pets are counting on you.

10/25/2024

Did you know just like the Municipal Pound program (what we use to make sure all our pets go out fully vetted), the state offers a Low Income voucher program?

“The Low-Income program helps CT residents to vaccinate and sterilize their owned pets. To be eligible for benefits, recipients must be a Connecticut resident and on one of six public assistance programs outlined in C.G.S. Sec. 22-380e and approved by the Department of Social Services. Once participation is confirmed, vouchers are then issued by the APCP to low-income recipients for up to two pets. The voucher will provide a one-time sterilization benefit of $80 for a male cat, $120 for a female cat, $180 for a male dog and $200 for a female dog.
Please note: If the veterinarian’s spay/neuter fee exceeds the voucher amount, the eligible owner is responsible for the difference. In addition, payment for any additional procedures and/or medications is the responsibility of the pet owner. Pets too young or sick may be granted a medical extension only by a CT participating veterinarian.
⭐️The program will begin accepting applications on Monday, November 4th, 2024. Additional information for the application process will become available by the end of October.”

📸: our still adoptable Whitney!

Questions about the Low Income Program for the fiscal year 2024 can be directed to the Animal Population Control Program (APCP) by email [email protected] or by calling 860-713-2507.