Morris Animal Refuge
The Morris Animal Refuge is a 501(c)(3) open admission shelter dedicated to helping the homeless, abandoned and unwanted pets of the Philadelphia region.
The Refuge, the first in the United States dedicated to sheltering and rehoming pets, was founded by Elizabeth Morris, one of our nation's pioneers in animal welfare, in 1874. The Refuge continues to operate today in Center City Philadelphia at its home at 1242 Lombard Street. In more than 139 years, no animal has ever been turned away from our door.
The Refuge is run by a small and dedicated staff whose primary responsibilities include animal care, adoptions and humane education. Our volunteers provide many hours of additional support with all phases of animal care and fund raising.
The Morris Animal Refuge is a nonprofit organization as determined by the Internal Revenue Service under their code, section 501(c)(3). The refuge is dependent on the community's tax-deductible contributions to provide a second chance for these deserving animals.
If you're interested in adopting this animal, please come visit them at our Get-A-Gato location at 638 Christian Street Philadelphia,...
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Read MoreTo see more photos of Chico in action, please follow this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1yBWB0G5bPCKr2G8XSxYsafF22BDglUtE?usp=drive_link If you're interested in adopting this animal,...
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Read MoreTo see more photos of Rue in action, please follow this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1TzKhsvESkO70MyWgkjb7h9ywpaPgvXW_?usp=drive_link If you are interested in meeting this...
Read MoreIf you're interested in adopting this animal, please come visit them at our Get-A-Gato location at 638 Christian Street Philadelphia,...
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Read MoreIf you're interested in adopting this animal, please come visit them at our Get-A-Gato location at 638 Christian Street Philadelphia,...
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Read MoreTo see more photos of Pickles in action, please follow this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1mpJ6QqxjpCt7mnrKBy8S5_inocxy6G1I?usp=drive_link This animal is currently in a foster...
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Read MoreTo see more photos of Snickers in action, please follow this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1nGs9UBoSF6D7lYvBYSHrW7NuagWAJodE?usp=drive_link If you're interested in adopting this animal,...
Read MoreTo see more photos of Nala in action, please follow this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/18ok7x70gS7de-gN_nELQUeovuWSso3Bu?usp=drive_link This animal is currently in a foster...
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11/29/2021
Time for our weekly #AdoptionRoundUp! Congratulations to Cow, Spaghettio, Sparky, Shrimp, Avocado, Ghost, Jade, Lena, Coquito, Crab, Simon, Carnita, Alvin, Chloe, Theodore, King, Yukon, Hermey, Mystic, Kim, Little Lady, Pumpkin, Philly, California, Whooper, Cucumber, Carl, Pears, and Puff!
Walk-in hours are on Wednesdays between 11am-7pm and Mondays & Saturdays from 11am-4pm.
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11/29/2021
Today is the last day you can order one of our Morris shirts and be sure it will arrive before Christmas!
We have a great new design and some of our favorites from the past on sale for a limited time. And for Cyber Monday we have a special deal! Use code MARCyberMonday at checkout to receive 10% off on eligible designs.�
Buy yours via the link in our bio!
11/29/2021
This Cyber Monday don't forget to support the Morris Animal Refuge by using Amazon Smile! When you shop using www.smile.amazon.com, you can choose Morris as a beneficiary, and part of every purchase will come directly to the Refuge.
Did you know that you can now use AmazonSmile when shopping on the Amazon App? Set it up in three easy steps!
1. Open the Amazon app on your phone.
2. Select "Settings" in the main menu.
3. Select "AmazonSmile" and follow the on-screen instruction to complete the activation.
Looking for Christmas gifts? Consider other holiday giving options that give back on our website!
And don't forget—Giving Tuesday is tomorrow, so help us have the biggest impact possible on Philadelphia's homeless pets! This year thanks to some of our generous supporters and partner organization Arm & Hammer, contributions up to $13,850 will be matched, our largest matching donation yet! Make your dollar count twice as much in the life of Philadelphia's homeless pets by donating this Tuesday.
11/27/2021
Happy #Caturday!
Today we wanted to give a shout our to one of our kitties that is in foster care! Beverly was shy in the shelter, but she's proving to be a charismatic and curious kitten! According to her foster:
"Beverly is just beginning to come out of her shell and show her full personality. But so far, she has a calm and gentle demeanor. She knows how to steal your heart by rolling onto her back to ask for pets. She loves belly rubs! She will also do little head rams or gently take my hand in hers to ask for pets. It is completely irresistible. She is curious and alert but has not quite figured out how much fun cat toys can be. Maybe they're just not her style. Every day though, she opens up a little more as she gets more comfortable and has begun to explore her environment more. As I type this, she is keeping me company and sticking her head in and out of my slipper. She has also begun nipping a little but it is gentle."
Beverly is currently in foster care! To connect with her foster, email adoptions@morrisanimalrefuge.org.
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11/26/2021
Its Black Friday! Don't forget to support the Morris Animal Refuge by using Amazon Smile! When you shop using www.smile.amazon.com, you can choose Morris as a beneficiary, and part of every purchase will come directly to the Refuge.
Did you know that you can now use AmazonSmile when shopping on the Amazon App? Set it up in three easy steps!
1. Open the Amazon app on your phone.
2. Select "Settings" in the main menu.
3. Select "AmazonSmile" and follow the on-screen instruction to complete the activation.
11/25/2021
Happy Thanksgiving! Reminder that there are no adoption or surrender appointments today or tomorrow. We will resume scheduling adoption and surrender appointments on Saturday (11/27). Enjoy your day and stay safe!
11/24/2021
Do you have an animal lover on your holiday shopping list? What would be better than giving them an amazing gift that also supports a cause close to their heart? Check out some great gifts you can get that help support Morris Animal Refuge and the life-saving work we do, via the link on our bio!
11/23/2021
Giving Tuesday is just ONE week away!
Mark your calendars and get ready to help us make this our best #GivingTuesday ever!! Thanks to some generous donors and our #GivingTuesday sponsor, Arm & Hammer, all Giving Tuesday donations to the Refuge will be matched up to $13,850, our largest Giving Tuesday match yet!
Get a head start by setting up a Facebook fundraiser ending on Giving Tuesday, November 30th, and encourage your family and friends to donate!
What can your contribution do?
$25 - Provides food for one dog for one month
$50 - Provides food and litter for one cat for one month
$100 - Covers the cost of an intake exam, vaccines, microchip, flea treatment, and wellness testing
$250 - Spay/neuters one cat and one dog
$500 - Cares for one litter of kittens from infancy through adoption
$1,000 - Provides emergency medical assistance to an animal in need
Click the link in our bio to learn more about Giving Tuesday and set up a Facebook fundraiser!
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11/23/2021
Help prevent over crowding in shelters by spay and neutering your pets!
11/22/2021
Time for our weekly #AdoptionRoundUp! Congratulations to Gordita, Hermey, Yukon Cornelius, King Moonracer, Mystic, Kim, Little Lady, Pumpkin, Puff, Burrito, Cannoli FKA Fluffy, Sofrito, Kris, Kourtney, Bubba, Ash, Shadow, Panda, Milene, Coal, Alfie, Bailey, Dante, Donatella, Inky, Felix, Kourtney, Squirrel, Linda Blair, Pittman, Cinnamon Raisin, Baby, Cooks, Tazz and Whiskers!
Walk-in hours are on Wednesdays between 11am-7pm and Mondays & Saturdays from 11am-4pm.
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#adoptionsuccess #animalshelter #adoptashelterpet #adoptasheltercat #adoptionroundup #happytails #philadelphia
11/21/2021
Announcing the our newest design.... We are bringing back our Vintage Logo for a limited time!
Founded in 1874, Morris Animal Refuge has a long, rich history of rescuing animals in need. In honor of the upcoming 25th anniversary of our biggest fundraiser of the year, the Fur Ball, we reached back into the archives to rediscover some Morris history! This vintage logo was found amongst old news clippings, appeals, and other memorabilia that go as far back as the 1800s. If you look closely, you'll see that the design replicates the round brickwork and circular gate on the front of the shelter!
This design will be on sale, along with some of our favorites from the past until November 29th! They should all arrive in time for Christmas.
Buy yours via the link in our bio!
11/19/2021
What do all of these cats have in common?
They are each in foster care, through Morris animal refuge. Our foster program is always growing, and we want to make sure we provide our foster parents with all the supplies they need to provide the best care for their animals!
Currently, we are in need of wet and dry food for both cats and dogs, specifically Hills Science Diet. For #5dollarfriday, we are asking for donation from our Amazon Wishlist, which can be found via the link in our bio.
If you'd like to join our dedicated community of fosters, please fill out our Foster Questionnaire and a staff member will contact you (link in bio) . We will complete foster counseling with you before you bring home your first MAR foster pet, so that we can get to know each other and figure out which animals you can help us save! If you have any questions, you can contact us via email at foster@morrisanimalrefuge.org.