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Franklin County Animal Rescue

Animal shelter in Saint Albans, VT

Franklin County Animal Rescue (f.k.a. Franklin County Humane Society) promotes the health, welfare and humane treatment of animals in Northwestern Vermont by providing temporary shelter for them with the ultimate goal of finding them good, permanent homes within the community.

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30 Sunset Meadow
Saint Albans, VT 05478
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30 Sunset Meadow

Saint Albans, VT 05478

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Adoptable pets at Franklin County Animal Rescue

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs 1 mo
Saint Albans, VT
We'll also keep you updated on Dodger's adoption status with email updates.
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Dodger

Ragdoll

Female, 5 yrs 2 mos
Saint Albans, VT
We'll also keep you updated on Elsa's adoption status with email updates.
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Elsa

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
Saint Albans, VT
We'll also keep you updated on Midnight's adoption status with email updates.
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Midnight

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 yrs 1 mo
Saint Albans, VT
We'll also keep you updated on Cooni's adoption status with email updates.
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Cooni

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 3 mos
Saint Albans, VT
We'll also keep you updated on Pluto's adoption status with email updates.
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Pluto

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 mos
Saint Albans, VT
We'll also keep you updated on Wolfie's adoption status with email updates.
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Wolfie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
Saint Albans, VT

Shelter FAQs

We serve the strays and homeless pets of Franklin County Vermont, but adopt out to all!

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Meet the Pet

Additional adoption info

Due to Covid our office staff hours in shelter are limited, however they are eager to help from home. We have an online adoption questionnaire to match you with your new best friend and to make the time you are in the shelter more about making that first connect than paperwork!

*To be the primary caretaker of this animal and will not sell, adopt or give said animal to another party, I will notify FCAR if the animal becomes lost or stolen or if my contact information/ address changes.
*To provide, at my own expense: adequate food, water, shelter, medical care, exercise, licensing and vaccinations in accordance with Vermont state laws.
*To not allow the animal outdoors without proper supervision, leash or harness and will adhere to all Vermont State Laws.
*To care for my new pet in a humane and patient manner and notify FCAR, or my veterinarian, immediately for guidance if my pet is showing issues of any kind.
*I understand all adoptions are final and that there are no refunds.
*To do my due diligence to work through any issues. If it becomes necessary to return the animal I will immediately notify FCAR. I understand I must make an appointment and pay a surrender fee. Only adoptable animals will be considered returnable.
*To not use my pet for experimentation purposes or as a guard animal.

Feline adoptions include:
-In house before adoption to make your new best friend is happy and healthy: Spay/neuter, Health exam, Mirco chip, FIV testing, Leukemia testing, De-worming, Vaccinations up to age and time here (Distemper & Rabies), Flea & tick treatment topical, and a Nail trim.
- They will go home with a VVMA Complimentary Physical Exam with any participating Vet, Coupons for food and supplies, Pet profile & medical history booklet.
Seniors: $30.00 Adults: $100.00 Kittens: $175.00

Canine adoptions include:
-In house before adoption to make your new best friend is happy and healthy: Spay/neuter, Health exam, Mirco chip, Heartworm testing, De-worming, Vaccinations up to age and time here (Distemper, Bordetella, & Rabies), Flea & tick treatment topical, and a Nail trim.
- They will go home with a VVMA Complimentary Physical Exam with any participating Vet, Coupons for food and supplies, Pet profile & medical history booklet.
Seniors (breed can change age) $100 Adults $195 Small Breed $250
Youth (6 mon- 1 yr) $325 Puppies (-5 months) $400

Adoption application

https://us10a.sheltermanager.com/service?account=rz1556&method=online_form_html&formid=6

Pets at shelters & rescues near Franklin County Animal Rescue

From Feral to Family Corp

2744 Jersey Street South,
Addison, VT 05491

It's a Dog's Life

Grand Isle, VT 05458

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 2 mos
Brainardsville, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Ellie's adoption status with email updates.
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Ellie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Burlington, VT
We'll also keep you updated on Marshmallow's adoption status with email updates.
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Marshmallow

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 mos
Brainardsville, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Marla's adoption status with email updates.
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Marla

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Shelburne, VT
We'll also keep you updated on Smokey's adoption status with email updates.
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Smokey

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Burlington, VT
We'll also keep you updated on Malcolm's adoption status with email updates.
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Malcolm

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Burlington, VT

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