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Central PA Humane Society Animal shelter in Altoona, PA

The Central PA Humane Society (CPHS) was established in 1964. We are a non profit 501c3 who receives no government or national rescue organization funding. We survive solely on grants we apply for, our fundraisers we put on and donations from our community. We are a 'life saving' shelter and only ever euthanize animals that are deemed dangerous to our staff and volunteers. This is after we have tried training, foster homes etc to give that animal every chance at a life outside of the shelter. We do euthanize animal that have life threatening injuries or illness that cannot be medically treated by a veterinarian.

CPHS has a dedicated team of staff and volunteers that cater to every animal in their care. We have enrichment programs for both dogs and cats to enable their time with us to be enjoyable and less stressful. We are very proud of our canine cardio and foster for the day programs than allow dogs to leave our facility and get some time out being walked or simply chilling out in someones home.

Our fundraisers are hugely popular in the community with events such as; Chili Fest, Bikers for Barkers, Paws in the Park, Fur Ball, Chocoholics Night out, Mimosas on the Lake to name a few! These fundraisers are instrumental in helping us look after the nearly 1,800 animals that come through our doors.

Contact Theresa Shirley
Address
1837 E Pleasant Valley Blvd
Altoona, PA 16602
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Meet their adoptable pets

1837 E Pleasant Valley Blvd

Altoona, PA 16602

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Adoptable pets at Central PA Humane Society

We'll also keep you updated on Remi's adoption status with email updates.
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Remi

Coonhound/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Frankie's adoption status with email updates.
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Frankie

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Scooby's adoption status with email updates.
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Scooby

Pug/Jack Russell Terrier

Male, Adult
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Niko's adoption status with email updates.
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Niko

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier/Poodle (Miniature)

Male, Puppy
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Ellie's adoption status with email updates.
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Ellie

Poodle (Miniature)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Choco Shake's adoption status with email updates.
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Choco Shake

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Puppy
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Big Mac's adoption status with email updates.
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Big Mac

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Puppy
Altoona, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Small Fry's adoption status with email updates.
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Small Fry

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Puppy
Altoona, PA

Shelter FAQs

Blair County - Altoona, Hollidaysburg, Martinsburg, Williamsburg, Tyrone, Bellwood, Newry, East Freedom, Duncansville, Roaring Spring, Claysburg, Tipton

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Approve Application
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 5. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

We do not work on a first come, first served basis for our animals. We look for the best match between the animal and the family/person looking to adopt. We also will foster adoptable animals in homes in certain cases to make sure that animal is a good fit in that home prior to completing an adoption.

Adoption application

https://www.centralpahumane.org/adoption

Pets at shelters & rescues near Central PA Humane Society

Centre County PAWS INC

1401 Trout Road,
State College, PA 16801

Buddy Olman Animal Rescue Foundation

Foster Based,
Bedford, PA 15522

New Life Boxer Rescue - PA

Falls Creek, PA 15840

We'll also keep you updated on Hopper's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Hopper

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 mos
Bedford, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Jerry's adoption status with email updates.
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Jerry

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 yrs 8 mos
Bedford, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Blue's adoption status with email updates.
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Blue

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 9 mos
Indiana, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Waffles's adoption status with email updates.
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Waffles

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
Bedford, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Stormi (long haired Tortie)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Stormi (long haired Tortie)

Domestic Longhair

Female, Adult
Lewistown, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Buddy's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Buddy

Labrador Retriever/Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 6 yrs 11 mos
Indiana, PA

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