Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

✨ What an incredible day at our annual in house event; LIGHTS, CAMERA, ADOPTION! From our canine fashion show to amazing vendors, food, music, and supporters, staff & volunteers, we couldn’t have asked for a better turnout. Thank you to everyone who came out to cheer on our adoptable stars. The cameras may be off, but some of these dogs and cats are still waiting for their forever homes. 🐾❤️

06/06/2026

Our LIGHTS, CAMERA, ADOPTION! event is TOMORROW!!!! 😁😁😁 and Buttercup is waiting to meet you🧡🤍🧡🤍

Buttercup is a gentle Cane Corso who’s ready to leave her rough start behind and begin a life filled with love and security. Though she can be a little shy at first, she quickly blossoms into a sweet, playful companion who enjoys toys, soft affection, and time with her people. Buttercup walks nicely on a loose leash but is still building strength and confidence, so she’ll thrive with a confident, dog-savvy home with older teens who can guide her with patience and consistency. With her tender heart and incredible potential, Buttercup is ready to grow into the loyal, loving companion she’s meant to be.

If you are interested in learning more contact our placement team at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter:
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
T. 516.785.5220
Wantagh Long Island, New York

06/05/2026

Nigel is a sweet senior gentleman who prefers to take life at his own pace. While shy at first, he warms up with patience and enjoys gentle chin scratches, cheek rubs, and quiet affection. Nigel has lived peacefully with other cats, including Little Britches ( #0752-26), and would thrive in a calm, understanding home that gives him the time he needs to settle in and let his loving personality shine.

Little Britches (13 years young) is a gentle senior lady looking for a quiet place to call home. While she may be shy at first, she enjoys soft chin and cheek scratches and will slowly lean into affection once she feels comfortable. Little Britches has lived peacefully with other cats, including her former feline friend Nigel ( #0751-26), and would thrive in a calm home that allows her the time and patience to settle in at her own pace.

If you are interested in learning more contact our placement team at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter:
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
T. 516.785.5220
Wantagh Long Island, New York

06/05/2026

🎬✨GUYS.. IT’S FINALLY HERE!✨🎬

Join us TOMORROW, Saturday, June 6th from 10 AM–4 PM for our annual Lights, Camera, Adoption! event! 🐾❤️

Watch our adoptable dogs and cats strut their stuff down the runway and some may even receive awards, as they search for their forever homes! 🐶🐱

We’ll have: 🎶 Music🍔 Food & drinks🛍️ Vendors & shopping🐾 Tons of adoptable animals🎉 And so much more!

And that’s not all... every adopter will receive a $25 gift card to 🌊🦞

Come out, have fun, meet your new best friend, and help us make this our biggest adoption event yet. We can’t wait to see you there! ❤️

06/05/2026

Say hello to this gorgeous brindle Terrier mix Apollo. At approximately 5 years old, with a playful personality and so much love to give! This sweet boy thrives on attention and absolutely loves being pet by everyone he meets. He's very social with strangers and enjoys being part of the action and always ready to make a new friend. Apollo has a fun playful energy and enjoys getting out for walks, though he can have some mild pulling on leash when he gets excited. Because of his enthusiasm he would do best in a home with older experienced children. If you're looking for a friendly affectionate companion who will happily soak up all the love and attention you can give, this brindle beauty may be the perfect fit for you!

If you are interested in learning more contact our placement team at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter:
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
T. 516.785.5220
Wantagh Long Island, New York

06/05/2026

This beautiful 5 year old lab mix may find the shelter life overwhelming, but beneath her anxious exterior is one of the sweetest souls you'll ever meet. Once Reilly is comfortable her loving personality shines through and all she wants is to be close to her people. Reilly enjoys going for walks, spending quality time withy her favorite humans, and soaking up affection. Shas social and tolerant of other dogs, making her a pleasant companion both on walks and around canine friends. Her gentle nature and kind heart make her the type of dog who forms deep bonds and becomes a devoted member of the family. Because she can be anxious in new situations, and older kid home is preferred, where she can enjoy a calmer environment and continue building her confidence at her own pace. If you're looking for a loyal best friend with a heart of gold, this sweetheart is ready to leave the shelter life behind and find the loving home she deserves.

If you are interested in learning more contact our placement team at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter:
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
T. 516.785.5220
Wantagh Long Island, New York

06/04/2026

Say hi to speckles, a 2 yr young, fun loving Terrier mix with the cutest wiggles and a personality that will instantly make you smile! This social girl loves meeting new people and is always ready for some playtime, attention and adventure. Whether she's zooming around with a toy, or happily walking by your side. Speckles brings joy everywhere she goes. She walks nicely on leash and enjoys staying active while also soaking up affection from her favorite humans. Because of her playful energy and excitement, Speckles would do best in a home with older children who can match her fun loving spirit. Speckles would do best in a solo dog only home. If your looking for a happy, wiggly companion who will keep you laughing and shower you with love, Speckles is your girl!

If you are interested in learning more contact our placement team at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter:
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
T. 516.785.5220
Wantagh Long Island, New York

06/03/2026

Meet Jason! Jason is a 10 month old sweetheart who came to us through our TNR program and has made incredible progress since arriving. Once fearful and unsure of people, he has blossomed into a playful, affectionate kitten who loves to cuddle with his foster and enjoys all the comforts of indoor life. While loud noises can still make him a bit nervous and he’s not a fan of being picked up, Jason continues to gain confidence every day. He may do best with respectful older children and could potentially live with another cat given a slow introduction. If you’re looking for a young cat with a loving heart and a great comeback story, Jason is ready to meet you!

If you are interested in learning more contact our placement team at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter:
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
T. 516.785.5220
Wantagh Long Island, New York

06/03/2026

Meet Maci, This adorable 9 month old terrier mix is full of puppy charm, energy and love. Maci is a happy go lucky girl who greets everyone she meets with a wagging tail and enthusiastic smile. Whether she's playing fetch, zooming around the yard or making new friends, Maci is always ready for fun. Maci is friendly with everyone she meets and has shown no guarding behaviors. She enjoys attention, loves to play and would make a wonderful companion for an active family. She has the playful spirit you'd expect from a young puppy and is eager to continue learning and exploring the world around her. The shelter believes Maci will do well in a home with younger children who can match her playful and energetic personality. She loves attention, enjoys being part of the action and would thrive with a family that can provide plenty of playtime, exercise and love. If your looking for a sweet, fun loving puppy to grow up alongside your family, Maci may be the perfect match!

If you are interested in learning more contact our placement team at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter:
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
T. 516.785.5220
Wantagh Long Island, New York