Fort Smith Animal Haven

09/20/2025

Happy Gotcha Day to long term resident Re*****on! ❤️

After being in foster for a few weeks we also decided to add a new feline friend!

Happy Gotcha Day to Eclipse as well! 🐈‍⬛ 🐶

09/20/2025

Today’s the day! Come by and meet some of our adorable residents.

You might just find your soulmate 💛

Join us this Saturday at the Chaffee Crossing Artisan Market!!

We will be out with our adoption van and some hopeful shelter residents looking for their forever humans!

We hope to see you there!

09/19/2025

Hey there dog walkers!!

For a limited time we have the opportunity to get in some steps and earn more for shelter dogs in need!

Download that WoofTrax app today, if you haven’t already, and choose Fort Smith Animal Haven as your charity!

Join The Farmer’s Dog Walking Group on the Community tab of the WoofTrax app, and every walk earns 10 cents for our charity.

💛🐾💛

09/19/2025

Why Fostering Animals Matters 🐾

Fostering is one of the most powerful ways you can help homeless pets without making a lifetime commitment.

Here’s why it’s so important:

Saves Lives – Shelters are often overcrowded, and every animal moved into a foster home makes space for another in need.

Reduces Stress – Shelters can be loud and overwhelming. A calm home helps animals feel safe, making them healthier and happier.

Helps Socialization – Many foster pets learn valuable skills like house training, leash walking, or simply trusting people. This makes them more adoptable!

Short-Term Commitment – Fostering can last anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, depending on the animal’s needs. It’s flexible and can fit different lifestyles.

Perfect Matchmaking – Fosters provide important insights into a pet’s personality, helping rescues match them with the right forever family.

All Supplies Provided – Our shelter covers food, vet care, and supplies. All you provide is love and a safe space.

We have several FUN ways to foster!
Take a pup out on a Doggie Day Out!!! Movie + Popcorn Sleepover ANYONE? Come Borrow a Best Friend for the Weekend! They will love the attention and all the love!

By fostering, you’re literally the bridge between a rough past and a happy forever home. 🏡🐾
Come join our team of fosters!!!

Foster App: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/foster/KKFS/Dog

https://fsmah.org/

09/18/2025

Help us fill the bone!

Choose a box to sponsor and donate that amount below!
All donations on this post will help go towards enrichment items such as busy bones, Kongs, peanut butter, and tough chewer toys!

Help us keep our residents happy and less stressed by helping us provide much needed enrichment supplies. Not only will it make their day, but it can greatly reduce stress levels while they are waiting to find their forever homes!

Thank you all!

09/18/2025

🐾 Volunteer Opportunities at Fort Smith Animal Haven 🐾

Want to make a difference in the life of a shelter animal?
Join us this Sunday, September 21st at 3:00 PM to learn how you can get involved!

Ways you can help:
• Walk dogs
• Socialize cats and kittens
• Help with laundry & dishes
• Create enrichment items
• Take a pup on a Doggie Day Out
• Foster pets in need
• Lend a hand at events
• And so much more!

📍 Fort Smith Animal Haven

✨ High school students who need to complete 75 volunteer hours are especially encouraged to attend what better way to earn your hours than by helping animals in need?

Come see how your time and love can change lives both theirs and yours! ❤️

09/18/2025

UPDATE! Waylon & Drama Lee HAVE FOUND A FOSTER!!

🐾 Foster Homes Needed ASAP! 🐾
🏠 If you can open your home to one of these babies, just 2 weeks, please message us right away 479-274-8501.

We’re looking for a few amazing fosters to help these babies stay safe and healthy outside of the shelter environment. That little bit of time makes all the difference for them.

Let’s meet the crew:

Waylon (2.5 months): The sweetest baby who just wants all the love and cuddles.

Oliver (2 months): Our tiniest little guy—he’s already melting hearts! 💕

❤️Oliver and Waylon are both on medications and will have a few extra care requirements.

Drama Lee (3 months): A bundle of fun with the best personality (and those ears—come on!! 🐰).

Winnie (4 months): A gentle soul who’s as sweet as they come.

Ausa (2.5 months): Full of puppy energy, playtime, and snuggles.

These babies deserve a cozy spot to rest, play, and grow. Can you give one of them a safe space for just 2 weeks? We’ll provide EVERYTHING you need—you provide the love. 💛

Foster App: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/foster/KKFS/Dog

📲 Message us at 479-274-8501 if you had already completed a foster application.

https://fsmah.org/

🐾 Foster. Love. Let Go. Repeat. 🐾

09/18/2025

Happy Gotcha Day Taco! ❤️

09/17/2025

Long term resident, Apollo, has finally been adopted 💛💛💛

09/17/2025

Volunteer Help Needed Today (2-5PM)!

We could really use extra hands this afternoon for bathing and walking dogs before our huge transport tonight. If you’re available from 2 to 5 PM, please stop by and lend a hand every bit of help makes a big difference!

Thank you!

09/17/2025

Introducing Wentz,

Dedicated personal trainer and fitness enthusiast, Wentz is ready to help you get those steps in and go on adventures.

Not only does he love to workout, he’s also a foodie. He works hard for treats and especially loves peanut butter.

He would love to find an active home that can embrace his high paced lifestyle. He loves puzzles and treat dispensing toys.

If you are ready for a running buddy, adventure pal, and best friend, Wentz might just be the dog for you!

Apply at : www.fsmah.org/adopt