Dakin Humane Society

Dakin Humane Society Delivering effective, innovative services that improve the lives of pets and the people who love them

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There are a few Dakin cats who have been waiting a while to meet you. Make today their best day ever — adopt!🐾 Rusty is ...
05/30/2026

There are a few Dakin cats who have been waiting a while to meet you. Make today their best day ever — adopt!

🐾 Rusty is a sensitive soul and it can take him some time to come out of his shell. When he does, his sweet personality shines. He loves treats, affection, and has a soft spot for a good wand toy.

Rusty has FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus). It's a cat-only virus and does not affect people or dogs.
FIV+ cats most often live long, healthy, and relatively normal lives with no symptoms at all. FIV is not easily passed between cats. If you're looking to add an FIV+ cat to your home and you currently have cats that are not FIV+ please speak with your vet.

🐾 Harry is a one-year-old boy and he’s looking for a job. He’s a very smart cat and needs mental stimulation to keep that brain busy. At the shelter, he has enjoyed meals in puzzle feeders for an extra challenge. Our staff even began clicker training sessions with Harry and he has quickly learned how to sit, sit pretty, spin, and more. He’s working on perfecting his high-fives.

The adoption center is open Tuesday - Saturday from 12:30 - 3:00 at 171 Union St, Springfield. Stop by to meet Rusty, Harry, and all available animals!

We are thrilled to announce that Dakin is celebrating its 24th year as a Florence Bank Customers’ Choice Community Grant...
05/30/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Dakin is celebrating its 24th year as a Florence Bank Customers’ Choice Community Grant recipient!

The support of our community enables us to receive generous grants and do amazing things for animals and the people who love them.

If you're a Florence Bank customer, you can help keep this generous tradition going and support Dakin's innovative work! Voting is open year-round: https://buff.ly/n5fhrmL

The humans and animals at Dakin thank Florence Bank and their customers! 💙🐾

⚠️ LAST CHANCE! Voting closes on June 5th!Dakin has been nominated as BEST LOCAL NONPROFIT in The Daily Hampshire Gazett...
05/29/2026

⚠️ LAST CHANCE! Voting closes on June 5th!

Dakin has been nominated as BEST LOCAL NONPROFIT in The Daily Hampshire Gazette 2026 Readers Choice poll!

VOTE for Dakin as Best Local Nonprofit in the “Services” category! ➡️ Follow the link in the comments below!

Take your support even further by write-in voting for Dakin in the following categories —
• Best Fundraiser: Barks & Brews (Arts & Entertainment category)
• Best Veterinarian: Pet Health Center at Dakin (Services category)

You can even come back and vote DAILY through June 5th!

05/28/2026

Bonded Huskies Alexi & Shakira need a HERO adopter! Is it you? EMAIL US! [email protected] 💙

Before getting adopted, Copper spent time in a foster home with Emily. As you can see, he had no problem making himself ...
05/28/2026

Before getting adopted, Copper spent time in a foster home with Emily. As you can see, he had no problem making himself RIGHT at home during his stay!

Dogs avoid the many stresses of being in the shelter when they get a golden ticket to a foster home. "Dogs aren't meant to be awake for 8-10 hour stretches, especially when experiencing increased stress," said Dakin's Behavior Coordinator, Lauren Rubin, KPA, CP, CPDT-KA, FFCP. She added, "Dogs typically need 16-18 hours of sleep in a 24 hour period, meaning sleeping through the night and then lots of napping during the day."

It's much harder for shelter dogs to get that quality nap time during the day. The stress from other dogs, bustling of the shelter, and almost-constant visits from people at the front of their kennels never allows them to enter the state of rest that allows their body to regulate.

Bordetella, most commonly known as kennel cough, is a highly contagious and common respiratory illness in shelter dogs. Sustained stress with sleep deprivation invites illness as the immune system becomes weakened.

Dogs in foster homes experience a normal home routine, average noise levels, and a reduction in stress that allows them to stay healthy and better cope with changes.

You can help dogs (and cats!) who need you by becoming a Dakin foster caregiver. All the supplies you'll need to foster are INCLUDED! ⬇️ Follow the link in the comments below to learn more and get started today!

05/26/2026

DIVA is looking for her dream home where she can be your one and only and soak up ALL of your attention and affection! The adoption center is open Tuesday - Saturday, 12:30 - 3:00 at 171 Union St, Springfield!

This handsome fellow's name is Brett! From those floppy ears to the cutest nose, Brett checked off every box to be named...
05/25/2026

This handsome fellow's name is Brett! From those floppy ears to the cutest nose, Brett checked off every box to be named Spay/Neuter Clinic Patient of the Week!

Our Patient of the Week post is generously sponsored by our friends at Baroco Corporation!

On Memorial Day, we remember and express our gratitude to those who have given everything, both human and K9.Thank you f...
05/25/2026

On Memorial Day, we remember and express our gratitude to those who have given everything, both human and K9.

Thank you for your service.

Paws UP in thanks to Willow and her Westfield Girl Scouts Troop 65336! The team of 11 girl scouts voted to spend some of...
05/24/2026

Paws UP in thanks to Willow and her Westfield Girl Scouts Troop 65336! The team of 11 girl scouts voted to spend some of their cookie money helping a local animal shelter and they ran a supply drive for Dakin!

A member of Willow’s family adopted their best animal friend from Dakin and said, “we knew the girls’ kindness was going to a great cause.”

As summer approaches fast, we need animal care items off or wish lists the most. We are so thankful for Willow and her troop for so generously supporting the many animals at Dakin who will directly benefit from their gifts! 💙🐾

05/23/2026

Meet Adoption Center Manager Alanna's office cats, Zara & Nova! They're available now in Springfield!
We're open Tuesday-Saturday, 12:30 - 3:00 at 171 Union St! 💙🐾

Address

171 Union Street
Springfield, MA
01105

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12:30pm - 3pm
Wednesday 12:30pm - 3pm
Thursday 12:30pm - 3pm
Friday 12:30pm - 3pm
Saturday 12:30pm - 3pm

Telephone

+14137814000

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