Pawtucket Animal Shelter

Pawtucket Animal Shelter Welcome to the Official Pawtucket Animal Shelter page! This page is not monitored on a 24 hour basis.

For additional information, please contact the shelter at 401-722-4243. Thank you for your interest in our shelter and helping our furry friends The Pawtucket Animal Shelter is a municipal animal shelter located in Slater Park in the City of Pawtucket, RI. Our shelter provides temporary care and housing for stray and/or abandoned animals found in our city. Visit https://www.petfinder.com/member/us

/ri/pawtucket/pawtucket-animal-shelter-ri13/ and select the animal that is right for you. After you select an animal, there is a brief application to fill out. Once that is complete, an adoption counselor or animal control officer will discuss with you the laws and requirements of the adoption. NOTE: The State of RI has passed a law that requires animal shelters to spay / neuter an animal BEFORE it is adopted from a shelter. (Unless it is too young at the time of adoption or medically excluded from having the surgery)

In addition to our $15.00 adoption fee, we are now required to charge a spay / neuter fee to cover the cost of this surgery. The fee will range from $65.00 - $175.00 depending of the type of animal, gender, weight, and the veterinarian used. The animal will receive an examination, distemper and rabies vaccination (1 yr), and spayed/neuter surgery prior to the adoption. If the animal is too young for surgery at the time of adoption, the fees are still collected, a surgery appointment is made for you and the fee is passed along to the veterinarian at the time of surgery. IMPORTANT: Please be sure of your adoption selection as ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. The spay/neuter fees are forwarded to our participating veterinarians for services provided.
*You must bring a photo identification with correct address in order to process the adoption.
*You must be at least 21 years old to adopt an animal.
*You must have the homeowners permission to have a pet in the home. You will be required to sign some additional forms documenting that you understand and agree to abide by the laws and adoption regulations. (The adoption process takes approximately 15 - 20 minutes)
Adoption applications are available here: https://pawtucketanimalshelter.com/adoption-application

08/24/2025
08/24/2025

‼️Hey all‼️

This pup was found on Woodhaven.
If this is your pup or anyone has any information please contact the Pawtucket Animal Shelter at 401-722-4243
Thank you 🙏🏻

08/23/2025

UPDATE-RETURNED TO OWNER

‼️Hey all‼️

This pup was picked up at Monroe, running all around Newport Ave and cottage. If you recognize this dog or this is your dog please contact the Pawtucket Animal Shelter at 401-722-4243
Thank you!

08/22/2025
08/15/2025

Hey all!!!

This pup was found on Bloomfield st. If you have any information or this is your pup please call the Pawtucket animal shelter at 401-722-4243
Thank you!

08/13/2025

A big thank you to all these amazing businesses for their support! Definitely some great options in this raffle, including a wellness panel from the incredible animal hospital thats worked to put this whole thing together 🙏🏻
Massive thank you to Providence River Animal Hospital for all their efforts and all that they do.
And a big thank you to Buttonwoods Brewery for hosting!
Come support our animals on Sunday 1-5pm!

https://facebook.com/events/s/pints-for-paws-/760623513295520/

08/10/2025

‼️hey all‼️

This pup was found wondering loose in the park, no chip. If you have any information please contact the Pawtucket animal shelter at 401-722-4244
Thank you!

08/09/2025

🐹 Reese & Milk Dud – The Sweetest Deal in Town! 🐹

We couldn’t believe it — we were in a pet store the other day and guinea pigs were being sold for $60 each! 😲

Our adorable bonded pair, Reese and Milk Dud, are just as cute (if not cuter 😍) and their adoption fee is only $30 for BOTH! That’s right — two little loves for less than the price of one at the store.

These two are ready to fill your home with tiny squeaks, popcorn jumps, and endless cuteness. By adopting, you’re not just getting a great deal — you’re making a difference. 💕

🐾 Adopt, don’t shop.

08/08/2025

‼️Hey all‼️

Cat found on conant st!
If this is your cat or you know the owner reach out to the shelter at 4017224243
Thank you! 🙏🏻

08/08/2025

Meet Ryder – Suns out Tongues out🐾

Do you have a cookie (or two) to spare for Ryder? 🍪 This adorable, pint-sized bully came to us with a broken back leg, but that hasn’t stopped him from being a certified goofball! 💕

Ryder is the ultimate sidekick — he’d thrive in a home with someone who works from home or has plenty of time to hang out with him during the day. He’s all about companionship, cuddles, and keeping you smiling.

✨ About Ryder:
• Petite bully breed
• Sweet, silly, and full of personality
• loves a chew toy
• Loves attention and being near his person

Ryder is ready to bring joy, laughter, and unconditional love into his forever home. Could you be the one to make his tail wag for life?

Address

401 Newport Avenue
Pawtucket, RI
02860

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm
Sunday 10am - 2pm

Website

https://www.petfinder.com/search/pets-for-adoption/?shelter_id%5B0%5D=RI13&sort%5B0

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