Pet Adoption

According to the Humane Society of the United States, the overpopulation situation for both cats and dogs is severe. The source of this overpopulation? Animals that aren't neutered or spayed. The result? Thousands of animals awaiting adoption. In many municipal shelters, animals that cannot be adopted are euthanized.

Pets, in general, are great company. Dogs require a bit of work, but cats are somewhat less demanding. Give them food and water, a clean litter box, and affection, and they're satisfied. In return, you'll get a loyal companion.

Here are some private and municipal animal shelters. Since several public shelters don't adopt out cats, you should call first if you are looking for a feline companion.

Private Shelters

• Animal Lovers League (Glen Cove)

• Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons

• Bide-a-Wee (Wantagh & Westhampton)

• Grateful Paw Cat Adoption Center (Huntington)

• Kent Animal Shelter (Calverton)

• Little Shelter (Huntington)

• North Shore Animal League (Port Washington)

• The Paw House (Mt. Sinai)

• Save-A-Pet Animal Rescue (Port Jefferson Station)

Town Shelters

• Southampton Animal Control

• Town of Babylon Animal Shelter

• Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter

• Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter

• Town of North Hempstead Animal Shelter

• Town of Oyster Bay Animal Shelter

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