Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson County

Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson County Serving animals and our community for over 70 years as a no-kill shelter. Help us, help them! We have served continuously since 1952.
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The Animal Welfare Society has a proud tradition of serving our community and domestic pets in need. AWS was formed to provide care and protection for suffering homeless and unwanted animals; to educate the public in respect to humane treatment of animals and to encourage and assist in the enforcement of laws against mistreatment of and cruelty to animals. During two decades from 1958-1978, the So

ciety passed through a period in which there was little growth and in which rising costs and limited membership income hampered the Society’s activities. Yet, the founders persevered in their vision and mission. The 72 member AWS was the only organization in the county trying to solve the problem of acute unwanted stray pet explosion. Among the projects undertaken was a spay/neuter program in cooperation with Friends of Animals and local veterinarians, a cooperative effort with the county on low-cost rabies vaccinations, a program to increase knowledge of children in proper pet care. All of these programs continue today! Proper housing for abandoned cats, kittens, dogs and puppies didn’t exist. The county only housed adult dogs. So in 1985, AWS completed construction of the current animal shelter on Old Leetown Pike Road. The shelter accommodates 20 dog/puppies and roughly 30 cats/kittens. As a No-Kill shelter, we are normally overflowing with pets seeking a second chance for a loving home. Each year, over 500+ pets pass through our doors. Dogs:
Puppies (1 year and under)- $175
Adult Dogs- $150
Senior Dogs (8 years and older) - $100

Cats:
Kittens (1 year and under) - $120
Adult Cats - $100
Senior Cats (8 years and older) - $80
- Includes all vaccines, spay/neuter and a microchip.

Thank you to the community, volunteers, vendors and sponsors for supporting us during this years Bark in the Park. The ...
06/11/2026

Thank you to the community, volunteers, vendors and sponsors for supporting us during this years Bark in the Park. The day was beautiful and the turnout was great! We truly appreciate everyone ❤ 🐾

Congratulations to Match Box.He was at Bark in the Park on Saturday and found his people there.He was adopted today.
06/10/2026

Congratulations to Match Box.
He was at Bark in the Park on Saturday and found his people there.

He was adopted today.

06/09/2026

Flit did the luring course as well at Bark in the Park.

He loved it.

06/09/2026

Check out Henry at Bark in the Park doing the luring course.

BARK IN THE PARK HAPPENING NOW UNTIL 1PM, JEFFERSON MEMORIAL PARK, CHARLES TOWN! 🐕 🥳 🎉
06/06/2026

BARK IN THE PARK HAPPENING NOW UNTIL 1PM, JEFFERSON MEMORIAL PARK, CHARLES TOWN! 🐕 🥳 🎉

06/05/2026

Join us at Bark in the Park this Saturday at Jefferson Memorial Park in Charles Town!

Ok are you ready.................It's going to be a beautiful day on Saturday.Stop out and see us at Bark in the Park an...
06/03/2026

Ok are you ready.................
It's going to be a beautiful day on Saturday.
Stop out and see us at Bark in the Park and have some fun.

These dogs have been in the shelter longer than 6 months.Stop in to meet them on this beautiful day.
05/30/2026

These dogs have been in the shelter longer than 6 months.

Stop in to meet them on this beautiful day.

Address

23 Poor Farm Road
Kearneysville, WV
25430

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sunday 11am - 2pm

Telephone

+13047250589

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