Westfield Animal Control and Shelter

Westfield Animal Control and Shelter -Animal Welfare and Law Enforcement
-Pet adoptions The shelter’s animal guests may come from Westfield, Easthampton or
Southampton. Looking to Support?

Animal Control:
Animal control is available daily from 8am-4pm. If you have an animal control concern, please call the shelter at 413.564.3129 x1. Officers are frequently on the road, but checking messages often. Please leave a detailed messaged with your name, phone number, and concern and someone will get back to you as soon as possible. After hours and on holidays, please call the Westfield Pol

ice Department at 413.562.5411. Lost Pets:
If you have lost a pet, please call the animal control office as
soon as possible at 413.564.3129 x1. Stray dogs and cats will be held for 10 days. After a 10 day hold period, animals can be placed up for adoption. Per Massachusetts General Law (MGL) Chapter 140 and Westfield's Animal Control Bylaws, you must show proof of a current rabies vaccine (and a current city license for a dog) to reclaim your dog or cat. Redemption fees will vary based on vaccination and license status of your
pet. Licensing:
Dog License Registration forms can be mailed to City Hall with
payment or can be processed in person at the Licensing Department at City Hall (59 Court St, Rm 217, Westfield). MGL requires that all dogs over 6 months of age be licensed
annually. Dog licenses are also a great means of identification and can be traced by Animal Control. Dog license fees are $15.00 for dogs that are spayed or neutered, and $30.00 if they are not. A proof of a current rabies vaccine is needed to license your dog. You can print out a copy of the Dog License Registration form (found in the links section of this Page). Adoptions:
The animal shelter is open to the public by APPOINTMENT ONLY. You must have an approved adoption application to visit with animal shelter guests. You may fill out the online adoption form (found in the links section of this Page) or get an adoption application from the shelter. Completed online applications are sent directly to the adoption counselor. Physical applications can be dropped off at the shelter office or emailed to the adoption counselor at [email protected] After an application has been approved, a meet and greet will be scheduled. Approved applications will be kept for a month. After a month, you will have to reapply for adoption. The Massachusetts Animal Coalition’s “I’m Animal Friendly” license plate
tells your community that you care about animals! By purchasing this
license plate, you will be contributing to a program that supports statewide
spay/neuter efforts for cats, dogs, and rabbits. https://massanimalcoalition.org/programs/license-plate/

If you are looking to donate items to Westfield Animal Shelter, you can call
the office for an updated list, but common items needed include: bleach, Friskies pate canned cat food, Friskies dry cat food, clumping cat litter, and dry and canned Pedigree dog food. Monetary donations can be made to Westfield Animal Shelter Heroes (WASH). WASH is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization relying on sponsorships and donations to help provide financial support for the animals at the Westfield Animal Shelter. Social Media Policy:
This Page reserves the right to remove content that does not comply to the City's Social Media Policy. Inappropriate forms of content shall not be permitted on City Social Media and is subject to removal and/or restriction by the City. The link to the Policy can be found in the links section of this Page.

‼️Missing Dog‼️This pup is missing in Westfield. He got spooked and may be dragging a retractable leash. Please DO NOT c...
01/02/2025

‼️Missing Dog‼️

This pup is missing in Westfield. He got spooked and may be dragging a retractable leash. Please DO NOT chase. Text or call ACO 413-246-3814 with sightings. We are not releasing more information at this time because we do not want people to go out of their way to search for this dog as he is very fearful at this time. If you do happen to see the dog while you are out and about, please call or text the number listed.

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🐶Found Dog🐶This dog was found on Allen Ave in Westfield. If you are the owner or if you know who the owner is, please ca...
01/01/2025

🐶Found Dog🐶

This dog was found on Allen Ave in Westfield. If you are the owner or if you know who the owner is, please call animal control and leave a message at 413-564-3129 x1.

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🐱Found Cat🐱This cat was found on Barbara St in Westfield. If you are the owner or you know who the owner is, please call...
12/31/2024

🐱Found Cat🐱

This cat was found on Barbara St in Westfield. If you are the owner or you know who the owner is, please call animal control and leave a message at 413-564-3129 x1.

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Pupdate: This dog's family has contacted the shelter 🎉🐶Found Dog🐶This dog was found on Beckwith in Westfield. If you are...
12/31/2024

Pupdate: This dog's family has contacted the shelter 🎉

🐶Found Dog🐶

This dog was found on Beckwith in Westfield. If you are the owner or if you know who the owner is, please call animal control and leave a message at 413-564-3129 x1.

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🚩Recovery Effort in Progress🚩There is a black lab type dog that has been loose in the city since earlier this month. We ...
12/31/2024

🚩Recovery Effort in Progress🚩

There is a black lab type dog that has been loose in the city since earlier this month.

We are hoping you will help us spread the word that we have recovery efforts underway.

In order for recovery to be as quick and successful as possible, we need the public to LEAVE the dog ALONE and NOT FEED him. Please read these flyers below to learn more.

Many people in the community are already aware of this dog and have learned about survival mode in lost dogs. We are incredibly greatful for people we have spoken to who have listened to what we have to say about dogs in this situation and have heeded our instructions to aid in recovery.

Text or call ACO with sightings 413-246-3814

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This sweet boy was home with Dad ASAP ❤️.but boy- do we love a good post from the Westfield Police Department !😆
12/27/2024

This sweet boy was home with Dad ASAP ❤️
.but boy- do we love a good post from the Westfield Police Department !😆

EDIT**

*The pup was brought to the shelter with care, in hopes his people will soon meet him there. He's snug and he's safe and warm for the night, so his family can rest knowing he's alright.

He may be away from his people for this Christmas Eve, but surrounded by other fur babies will keep him at ease. *

It was the night before Christmas and all through the city, ran an adorable pup and boy was it pretty. The pup was outside without it's owner in tow, complete with a green bandana that looked like a bow.

If this is your pup and a Christmas must have, call down to the station because he's here now from Forest Ave.

💔Found Deceased Cat💔A large male cat, similar looking to this stock photo, was found in the area of Springdale and Denis...
12/27/2024

💔Found Deceased Cat💔

A large male cat, similar looking to this stock photo, was found in the area of Springdale and Denise in Westfield. This cat was scanned for a microchip. If you are the owner or you know who the owner is, please call animal control and leave a message at 413.564.3129 x1.

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Merry Christmas from all of us at Westfield Animal Control and Shelter!🎄 Thank you for your support in giving so many an...
12/25/2024

Merry Christmas from all of us at Westfield Animal Control and Shelter!🎄 Thank you for your support in giving so many animals a second chance this year. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful and paw-some holiday season!

🐶🐶Found Dogs🐶🐶These two dogs were found in the area of Dickens Dr in Westfield. If you are the owner or if you know who ...
12/24/2024

🐶🐶Found Dogs🐶🐶

These two dogs were found in the area of Dickens Dr in Westfield. If you are the owner or if you know who the owner is, please call animal control and leave a message at 413-564-3129 x1.

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Update: ADOPTED!🎉🎉🎉❤️🩷🧡💛💚💙💜221 Days💜💙💚💛🧡🩷❤️That is how long Miss Heidi has been a guest with the Animal Shelter. Since s...
12/22/2024

Update: ADOPTED!🎉🎉🎉

❤️🩷🧡💛💚💙💜221 Days💜💙💚💛🧡🩷❤️

That is how long Miss Heidi has been a guest with the Animal Shelter. Since she has been with us, she has given birth and watched her three kittens get adopted.

Miss Heidi lived with her foster mom during her 'maternity leave' and was greatly loved. Her foster mom loves how snuggly she became and wants everyone to know that she is looking for a family who is willing to keep up with her high energy and play drive!

Is that you??

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Tell your friends!

Miss Heidi is an adoptable Cat - Domestic Short Hair searching for a forever family near Westfield, MA. Use Petfinder to find adoptable pets in your area.

Sourdough is a LOVE 💕Fill out an app for her today!Tell your friends 📣
12/22/2024

Sourdough is a LOVE 💕

Fill out an app for her today!

Tell your friends 📣

Sourdough is an adoptable Cat - Domestic Medium Hair searching for a forever family near Westfield, MA. Use Petfinder to find adoptable pets in your area.

Please share- missing in Russell
12/20/2024

Please share- missing in Russell

Update:
This dog is home.

Molly went missing this morning in Russell. If you see her please contact Russell ACO so she can get reunited with her owner.
Thanks.

12/19/2024

🎁'Tis the season of giving!🎁

At the beginning of the month, Kiwanis Club of Westfield, MA Key Club dropped off donations they collected for the animal shelter including kitten and cat food, blankets and towels, and dishwasher detergent- WOW!

The other day, Girls on the Run Western MA in Westfield made cat toys for our shelter guests and they really enjoy them! THANKS!

We are forever grateful to everyone who has donated anything to the animal shelter. The animal shelter guests and staff thank you for considering our local animals in need ❤️

Happy Holidays! ❄️⛄️

((Check out our cutie videos of some of our available cats playing with the homemade toys))

❤️🩷🧡💛💚💙💜Adoptable💜💙💚💛🧡🩷❤️Say hello to Brutus!This extremely handsome boy is looking for cozy placeto call home. Please ...
12/18/2024

❤️🩷🧡💛💚💙💜Adoptable💜💙💚💛🧡🩷❤️

Say hello to Brutus!

This extremely handsome boy is looking for cozy place
to call home. Please find his profile below to learn more
about Brutus.

Tell your friends!

Brutus is an adoptable Cat - Tabby searching for a forever family near Westfield, MA. Use Petfinder to find adoptable pets in your area.

‼️Missing Cat‼️Butters went missing from the Southwood Acres area on Southwick Rd in Westfield in December of 2023. Thou...
12/17/2024

‼️Missing Cat‼️

Butters went missing from the Southwood Acres area on Southwick Rd in Westfield in December of 2023. Though this was some time ago, his family still misses him dearly and hopes that perhaps someone knows where he is. If you know the whereabouts of Butters, please call animal control and leave a message at 413-564-3129 x1.

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🎄Adoption Update🎄Sparky was found by a good Sam and brought to the animal shelter. After his stray hold, he was seen by ...
12/15/2024

🎄Adoption Update🎄

Sparky was found by a good Sam and brought to the animal shelter. After his stray hold, he was seen by the vet and adopted by the family who got him out of the cold!

Now, Sparky spends his time relaxing with his family and is really enjoying his life of safety, good health, and love.

His mom sent us some photos of him lounging and enjoying the holiday lights. We are so happy for all of them! ❤️

Update: These two cats' family has contacted the shelter and they will be going home soon 🎉🐱🐱Found Cats🐱🐱These cats were...
12/14/2024

Update: These two cats' family has contacted the shelter and they will be going home soon 🎉

🐱🐱Found Cats🐱🐱

These cats were found on Noble St in Westfield. If you are the owner or you know who the owner is, please call animal control and leave a message at 413-564-3129x1.

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Update: Recovery efforts are underway. Continue to call with sightings and please, no calling out, chasing, or feeding t...
12/14/2024

Update: Recovery efforts are underway. Continue to call with sightings and please, no calling out, chasing, or feeding this pup.

Unfortunately, this sweet boy is missing in Westfield again. Our plan worked well last time to get him to safety so please read our previous post and remember to CALL WITH SIGHTINGS 413-564-3129 x1

and

DO NOT CALL OUT TO OR CHASE

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178 Apremont Way
Westfield, MA
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Butterball with homemade plush! Adoptable!
Butterball with homemade plush! Adoptable!

🎁'Tis the season of giving!🎁 At the beginning of the month, Kiwanis Club of Westfield, MA Key Club dropped off donations they collected for the animal shelter including kitten and cat food, blankets and towels, and dishwasher detergent- WOW! The other day, Girls on the Run Western MA in Westfield made cat toys for our shelter guests and they really enjoy them! THANKS! We are forever grateful to everyone who has donated anything to the animal shelter. The animal shelter guests and staff thank you for considering our local animals in need ❤️ Happy Holidays! ❄️⛄️ ((Check out our cutie videos of some of our available cats playing with the homemade toys)) #adoptlocal #adoptdontshop #supportyourlocalanimalshelter #supportlocal #sheltercatsrule #seasonofgiving #whipcity #westfieldma #westfield

Persephone loves walks and sniffs. She’d be a great companion for someone always looking to make that step goal ❤️ Fill out an application for her today! #adoptdontshop #adoptlocal #adoptabeagle #beaglesofinstagram #beagle

🐱We have several cats and a rabbit waiting for the right family! Please follow the link below to our Petfinder page for more information about each animal. https://www.petfinder.com/member/us/ma/westfield/westfield-animal-shelter-ma70/ #sheltercatsofinstagram #adoptdontshop #adoptcats #adoptrabbits #shelterrabbits

Jude Paw is the coolest cat around. Ways staff would describe him: handsome, full of energy, playful, chatty, curious, and loving. What’s not to like, really? #westfieldma #westfieldmass #westfieldmassachusetts #01085 #413 #westernma #westernmass #westernmassachusetts #pioneervalley #hampdencounty #rescuecat #catsofinstagram #cats #adoptdontshop #cat #catstagram #rescuecatsofinstagram #catlife #instacat #cutecats #cute #blackcatsofinstagram #blackcat

These lovely ladies are still #adoptable ! They are sweet girls and fun to watch. These two have been with us for a while and had been named Cackles & Potion due to coming to us in the fall. Now…it’s winter! We are hoping fresh, crisp names (hence the rebrand) gets them into a loving home! Is that home yours?!?!? #adoptlocal #adoptdontshop #whipcity #whipcitypets #413pets #westfieldma #westfield #shoplocal #guineapigs #guineapigsof_ig #smallfurries #shelterpets

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The Westfield Regional Animal Shelter specializes in the care of lost, abandoned and mistreated animals. Our animal guests come from Westfield, Easthampton and Southampton. Stray or abandoned dogs are held for 7 days, per state law. Licensing:2018 Dog Licenses are available at the Westfield Regional Animal Shelter and the Westfield Police Department. Massachusetts General Law (MGL) requires that all dogs over 6 months of age be licensed yearly. Dog licenses are also a great means of identification and can be traced 24 hours a day 7 days a week by either Animal Control or the Police Department. License costs are $15.00 for dog that has been spayed or neutered, or $30.00 if they are not. Please bring proof of current rabies vaccine and proof of neutering or spaying with you when licensing your dog. The shelter accepts payment via check or cash. There is no card machine at the shelter and no change can be made. Per MGL Chapter 140 and the City of Westfield's ordinances, you must show proof of a current rabies vaccine and also a current city dog license to claim your dog if it is being held at the shelter. Adoption Fees: The fee for adoption for dogs is $165.00 Included in the $165 is: spay/neuter, micro-chipping, all current vaccinations and a well visit to the vet. The fee for adoption of cats is $125.00. The cat will be s/n, utd on vaccines, FELV/FIV tested and microchipped. Adoptions do not happen on the day the application is accepted. Our Adoption Coordinator will meet with perspective families and conduct a "meet and greet" with all family members and pets first. If you have lost a pet, please call the animal control office as soon as possible at 564-3129. Stray dogs will be held for 7 days. There is no holding period for cats. Owners will also be responsible to pay a daily boarding fee of $15.00 per day in addition to administration fees. Miscellaneous We sponsor the Massachusetts Animal Coalition Program, so please buy your Spay/Neuter license plates to support Spay/Neuter programs in your area. Donations Monetary donations for the Westfield Animal Shelter can be sent to Westfield Regional Animal Shelter, Attention: Lori Charette. Please make checks payable to: The Westfield Animal Shelter Gift Account. All donations may be dropped off at the shelter at 178 Apremont Way, Westfield, MA 01085 or call to make special arrangements.