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- Home - Dakin Humane Society
Leo arrived at Dakin covered in bites and injuries, but fought a four-month battle to regain his health and start again Thanks to a dedicated team that tended to his many medical and emotional needs, he triumphed
- Adopt - Dakin Humane Society
Adopt a pet Search the Dakin Pioneer Valley Humane Society database, read bios, see photos and watch videos of our available pets in foster care or in our Springfield or Leverett locations
- Start Volunteering - Dakin Humane Society
Thank you for your interest in volunteering! Dakin Humane Society is home to over 500 volunteers who make it possible to serve thousands of animals and their families every year Volunteers can be found in all departments from hands-on work with shelter animals and foster care to duties in our administrative offices and events
- Spay Neuter Clinic - Dakin Humane Society
About the Community Spay Neuter Clinic The Community Spay Neuter Clinic at Dakin Humane Society is the largest of its kind in New England and offers high-quality, accessible spay neuter surgery services in Springfield and its surrounding communities Since its opening in 2009, more than 100,000 pets have received spay neuter surgery, helping to reduce animal overpopulation and unwanted litters
- Adoption Fees - Dakin Humane Society
Adoption fees vary and are listed on every available animal's online profile The adoption fee is only a portion of Dakin's investment in each animal who enters our care On average, it costs Dakin $950 to care for each adoptable animal that comes through our doors We work hard to keep our adoption fees as low as possible while ensuring that each animal receives the treatment and care they need
- Our History - Dakin Humane Society
Originally a native of Berkeley, CA, she settled in the Pioneer Valley For her philanthropy, work as an educator, and dedication to the welfare of animals, Janet Wilder Dakin is remembered in western Massachusetts as The First Lady of Amherst
- Find a Home for a Pet - Dakin Humane Society
Appointments to surrender a pet to Dakin are required so we can have space and staff ready for them Please do not bring your animal to the shelter without an appointment If this is an emergency (e g , a person or animal is in danger, or you are unhoused homeless), call us at 413-781-4000
- Pet Food Aid - Dakin Humane Society
Dakin Humane Society’s Pet Food Aid program was created more than 15 years ago to assist people who are experiencing an unexpected, personal emergency and need temporary assistance with dog and cat food Dakin maintains an appointment-based system for pet food pick-up Appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis
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