The Animal Haven
The Animal Haven is a No Kill, Not for profit Animal shelter run by a board of directors all of whom are volunteers. Our Shelter staff are the greatest animal Welfare workers in the area. Visit us today!!!
The Animal Haven has a positive public image in Greater New Haven. There are 1765 members from over 75-CT towns and about 100 members live out of state. The Animal Haven receives no income from town or government sources. All funding comes from private contributions, entry and adoption fees and fund-raisers. Our kind and humane reputation is truly reflected by the community’s continued financial support. For 60 years, the community has literally kept our doors open. The actual percentage of administrative and fund-raising expense for the last three years was less than 1%. No other local shelter has such a distinguished reputation in the area.
Shyla is a young, friendly, and affectionate dog who loves human companionship. Shyla was found on a set of train...
Read MoreStassi is a little spit fire! When she was brought to us, she was pregnant and soon had 3 babies...
Read MoreLadybug is new to the shelter and is awaiting her perfect family! She is a super sweet girl who loves...
Read MoreMeet Trixie - your new best friend! This adorable female dog is friendly, affectionate, loyal, playful, smart, gentle, funny, athletic,...
Read MoreParka is a shy but friendly boy just like his sister, Igloo! He loves to spend his days playing with...
Read MoreIgloo is a sweet but shy girl just like her brother Parka. She would need someone who is patient and...
Read MoreConstance's favorite things to do are hang around on the cat trees and bird watch out the window. She is...
Read MoreHi! I'm Cider and although I am very shy at first, I am a very sweet and loving girl. I...
Read MoreCheckers was once a very scared and hissy feral kitten that now loves nothing more than head scratches! He needs...
Read MoreCece is a shy kitty. She came to us in the fall of 2018. It takes her a little while...
Read MoreI came to the shelter with my 4 kittens, now that they have all found homes I am ready to...
Read MoreElm is a very energetic and spunky cat who loves to play with straws and other cat toys. He enjoys...
Read MoreDon't let Ana's shyness fool you, she LOVES to play and just needs a little time to warm up to...
Read MoreMeet Ambassador! He is a sweet yet shy boy who would love nothing more than a place to call his...
Read MoreHi, I'm Addy! I'm a handsome boy who came from a hoarding situation. I get along great with other cats...
Read MoreRoy is a smart, independent but also affectionate guy! He is a love bug once he accepts you into his...
Read MoreOur little Toto look alike, Bruno, is SO sweet and loves attention! He loves to cuddle and he gets super...
Read MoreSammy was brought to us after a domestic situation turned bad. The woman went back to the house to get...
Read MoreOur Prancer who was left on the street and literally eating trash out of the dumpster needs to get out...
Read MoreAmbrosia is what Hallmark movies are based on. Just this month Ambrosia came to The Animal Haven literally skin and...
Read MoreVerona is a sweet older lady who loves to cuddle but has been a little nervous adjusting to shelter life...
Read MorePita is from a hoarding case in Derby. He is one of 7 here at the shelter form that case....
Read MorePeppina is a sweet girl who came to us due to her having FIP and the previous owners not being...
Read MorePanko is full of attitude and will let you know it! He is another cat from a hoarding case who...
Read MoreOcean is another cat from the Himalayan hoarding case. Like his friends, he is still unsure about us and won't...
Read MoreMonchichi came to us from a hoarding case along with her other Persian/Himalayan friends. She is still learning her way...
Read MoreMax is a little rough around the edges. Max came to Animal Haven after being found in a box by...
Read MoreCeleste is a big girl with a big attitude. She definitely prefers her space and will need a lot of...
Read MoreBamboo is a shy girl just like her sister Marble, who enjoys lounging in the cat tree. Marble is a...
Read MoreAzul came to us from a hoarding situation that involved several other Persian/Himalayan cats. We are still working with them...
Read MoreDessa is a beautiful kitten who is very sweet. She is a little shy at first but once she is...
Read MoreBilly is a sweet boy who is looking for his forever home! He still needs some time to come out...
Read MoreBumblebee is a special needs cat who needs a loving and patient home! He came to us from animal control...
Read MoreMaybe is a spit fire, she can be sweet and loving one moment, the next she's giving attitude! She was...
Read MoreDevina came to us from an abusive household. She was skinny and emaciated to the nines. Since being with us,...
Read MoreRuby is just a doll. Everyone falls in love with her when they first meet her. She is very chill...
Read MoreSophie is probably the best behaved pup we have ever seen! Gorgeous, sweet, smart and just phenomenal! Almost 6 months...
Read MoreJudo came to us from a volunteer who trapped her after she had just given birth to her babies on...
Read MoreVera & Prada are the mother and daughter duo you've been waiting for! These two are super sweet and friendly....
Read MoreJosephine is a little fire cracker! She loves to be held over your shoulder and will hold on to you...
Read MoreJean Luc came to us in a litter of three and his mama Judo. He is very skiddish but he...
Read MoreHamm was born here at the shelter along with his 6 other siblings to mom, Bo Peep. Sadly, all of...
Read MoreGwen & Silver have been at the shelter for 3 years and really need a home! They MUST go together!!...
Read MoreDixie is a special little lady! She was brought to us by animal control with a possible broken pelvis. We...
Read MoreBlueberry Muffin came to us from a hoarding situation along with her other feline friends. Since being with us, she...
Read MoreSourdough is another cat from the hoarding case like Cinnamon Bun. Since being with us, she has really come out...
Read MoreCopper came to us from one of our trappers. When she got him, he has bad burns on his head...
Read MoreMason has come a long way since being with us. He was a little fiesty and was very opposed to...
Read MoreWonton is a special girl! When she was first brought here, we thought she was a HE, come to find...
Read MoreDracula came to us with his brother Renfield who sadly and unexpectedly passed away shortly after arriving. Dracula definitely misses...
Read MoreDash and Santorini are a bonded pair. Santorini cuddles with Dash and makes muffins on his chest and they groom...
Read MoreAlfalfa came to us as an energetic kitten. Sadly he fell ill and had to be treated for months to...
Read MoreDaiquiri and Pina Colada are the ultimate package deal! They came to us from Meriden and when they came in,...
Read MoreEmery came in as a stray who had been living on the street for some time. She had garbage in...
Read MoreEliza was brought to us from a hoarding case and she is the last one left from the case here...
Read MoreTaquito is a super sweet boy looking for a forever home for his golden years! After living with the same...
Read MoreBoss Lady is a queen looking for her kingdom! This sassy girl came to us after she was found dumped...
Read MoreRoxy is the sweetest senior cat you'll ever meet. As soon as you walk in the room she starts purring...
Read MoreWisteria is a shy sweet girl that had babies but is just a baby herself!! Although she may be shy,...
Read MoreSugar (Female, g/w, fluffy) and her brother Plum (Male, grey tabby, medium coat) are ready for their frever home! They...
Read MoreTucker has the most personality ever, he is such a funny guy! He is our resident party animal. He loves...
Read MoreRuby Lane and her sister, Lois Lane came in together so scared but have come such a long way! Ruby...
Read MoreLois Lane came to us with her sister, Ruby Lane, as they aren't bonded it would be great to see...
Read MoreIggy is a very special lady. She has Cerebellar Hypoplasia which is a neurological condition in which the cerebellum is...
Read MoreMr. Monopoly is a very shy and lowkey kind of guy. He likes to hide underneath blankets and anything else...
Read MoreMulberry is a sweet yet shy 6 month old. His favorite things to do are eat, play, and snuggle up...
Read MoreLollipop is a sweet 1 1/2 year old cat looking for her furever home! Lollipop is a shy yet sweet...
Read MoreJett came to us under unfortunate circumstances as he was being seen by a good Samaritan being kicked by some...
Read MoreVoid came to us from one of our amazing volunteers. She found him and two of his siblings outside and...
Read MoreSashimi is a very shy little girl. She likes to huddle underneath blankets, so she tends to go unnoticed. She...
Read MoreCroatia is a sweet, very active, fun loving kitty. She likes to escape her room and sneak into our reception...
Read MoreSometimes I can act like a sour patch kid, very sweet and affectionate but a little sour when it is...
Read MoreMeet Suede! He is estimated to be around 5 years old and was rescued after being abandoned outside. Suede loves...
Read MoreJelly Bean is a gorgeous torbie (calico/tabby) who loves her treats and kitty friends! She has been here since she...
Read MoreMeet Klaus! He is estimated to be about 7 months old. Klaus is a gentle boy who loves pets once...
Read MoreMeet Ava, our little sassy Chi Chi! She is about 8 years old and weighs about 8 pounds. We love...
Read MoreSquirt is a sweet, shy boy that was rescued as a feral stray kitten. He has the cutest face and...
Read MoreMaya is an adorable little girl who loves playing with toys and watching the birds. She can be very shy...
Read MoreMario and Gidget are a bonded pair that would LOVE to find their forever home together! Mario is the larger...
Read MoreMia is a beautiful girl that can be a little shy but she's very loyal. Her favorite thing to do...
Read MoreMeet Ursela! She is very shy with people she does not know, but she is very food motivated. Earning Ursela's...
Read MoreHi my name is Sassy. I used to be extremely shy, but I am coming around. Once I get to...
Read MoreOphelia was a scared stray, that was thankfully brought to us with her two kittens. She lived a very hard...
Read MoreI'm a beautiful yet nervous girl. I was found as a stray with a litter of kittens in Middletown. I...
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11/21/2021
Meet Butterfinger 🍫! Butterfinger is a beautiful Marbled Tabby neutered male and approximately 3 years old. He came to us around Halloween & is the absolute sweetest boy 🥰😻! He loves to cuddle on top of the counters and cat trees. He tolerates other cats as long as they are on the mellow side. Although he has a grumpy looking face, he would love a furever home so he could get pets and belly rubs all day long 🙌🏻
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If you are interested in Butterfinger, please submit an online application and email it to michelle@theanimalhavenct.org!
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11/08/2021
09/22/2021
Cute little babies dumped outside. However they are just the sweetest and our gain :))
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09/22/2021
Pizelle waiting for her forever home! Her momma actually left before her so now she would like to get a home too! She can be a little shy but likes other cats and warms up with a little time :) email an application on our website www.theanimalhavenct.org
09/08/2021
Meet Chipmunk 🐿 He might be lacking a tail but he certainly isn’t lacking personality! This 1-2 year old boy is healed, sweet as can be and ready for his forever home!! Someone most likely dumped him and left him to fend for himself. His tail became necrotic and needed to be amputated but he is healed now. Someone else’s loss, was our gain❤️❤️ If you are interested in adopting Chipmunk, please fill out an adoption application on our website: www.theanimalhavenct.org 🐾
09/05/2021
Meet Nova! Nova is the cutest little lab mix that is estimated to be around 2 years old. She is such a sweet girl that loves women and children; however, she is scared of men and we are unsure of what happened with her previous male owner to make her afraid. We are working on overcoming that fear with her and she is starting to make some progress! Nova would do best as the only animal in the home. Nova loves to go on walks and would even be content running around in a fenced in yard where she can play an endless game of fetch. Nova is so sweet and loves to give kisses and cuddles. We would love to find the perfect home for her that will continue to work with her and give her a loving home.
If you are interested in adopting Nova, please fill out an adoption application on our website: www.TheAnimalHavenCT.org or contact us for more information 🐾
09/03/2021
Muppet is still up for adoption! He is a little over 2 years old and was found as a stray. Muppet enjoys the company of other cats and is very playful! He has big paws with extra toesies! He loves to play with toy mice and strings attached to sticks. He is very shy at first and will take time to come around to people. He would do best in a home with other cats to hangout with and someone who will give him time and extra love to get used to them. If you are interested in adopting Muppet, please fill out an adoption application on our website: www.TheAnimalHavenCT.org 🐾
08/23/2021
Meet Cranberry! She is estimated to be around 2 years old. Cranberry is a beautiful medium hair Calico who was rescued from a hoarding case. Cranberry can be shy, but sweet and comes around when she trusts you. She has been adopted out twice and returned due to "scratching and ruining furniture and rugs." We believe that she may need to go home with another cat or be fostered to a patient person who is willing to see how destructive her behavior truly is. She may just need a person who is patient and willing to work on her anxiety which we believe is due to her past and possibly not having another cat in the home.
If you are interested in adopting Cranberry, please fill out an adoption application on our website: www.TheAnimalHavenCT.org 🐾
08/19/2021
Meet Willow! This cutie pie is estimated to be around 1 years old and was rescued from a hoarding situation. Willow is very friendly and such a sweet cat. She loves to be pet and loves to lounge in the sun and play! Willow would do good in a house with children, and does like the cats that she previously lived with, but can be selective about the other cats she likes. Willow would be a great addition to your family!
If you are interested in adopting Willow, please fill out an adoption application on our website: www.TheAnimalHavenCT.org 🐾
08/18/2021
Meet Cadbury! Cadbury is a cute playful girl who was rescued as a stray. She will rub up on your legs when she wants attention. Cadbury mainly likes to lay on her bed and sunbathe, but also loves to play with toys and her kitty friends! Cadbury would do best in a home with another cat to hangout with and would do better with older children. Cadbury loves to be pet on the head and will let you know when she has had enough pets. She's a very laid back young cat that would love to go to a loving laid back home!
If you are interested in adopting Cadbury, please fill out an adoption application on our website: www.TheAnimalHavenCT.org 🐾
07/27/2021
Meet Donatello! He is estimated to be around 8 months old and was rescued as a stray with his other ninja turtle brothers. Donatello will come off as a little shy at first, but once he warms up to you he will want all of your love and attention! He loves to be pet and will even come sit on your lap once he is comfortable enough with you. He is very playful with a funny personality and has the cutest little mustache! Donatello likes to be around other kitties so he would do good in a home with or without them.
If you are interested in adopting Donatello, please fill out a cat adoption application on our website: www.TheAnimalHavenCT.org
07/13/2021
This sweet mama came to us from Bridgeport. She was very skinny and trying to maintain her strength to feed her babies. She seems very happy that she is safe with constant food to eat and making muffins on her comfy blankets! She couldn’t be sweeter and her babies couldn’t be any cuter. 🐱 Kitten season is here (and has been)! These babies won’t be up for adoption until they are 12 weeks of age but we do have others who are adoptable! So please fill out an application on our website www.theanimalhavenct.org if you are interested in adopting 🐾 and send it back to michelle@theanimalhavenct.org