Dakin Humane Society

171 Union Street Springfield, Massachusetts 01105

Dogs, Cats & Other Animals

Dakin Humane Society animal shelter in Springfield, MA

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(413) 781-4000 Directions

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Visiting

Hours of operation

Monday Closed
Tuesday 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM Today
Thursday 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Friday 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Saturday 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours as reported by the shelter. Call ahead before visiting — holiday and intake hours can differ.

About this shelter

Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, MA

Dakin Humane Society is a humane society located in Springfield, Massachusetts, open Tuesday through Saturday from 12:30 to 3:00 PM. It is a community-supported animal welfare organization providing shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Dakin operates a spay/neuter clinic, an animal transport program, a thrift shop called Home Again, a kitten street team, and pet food aid, along with adoption programs for cats and dogs, including barn cats and community animals. The organization also offers grief support, lost and found pet resources, and guidance on pet-friendly housing and wildlife assistance.

Before you go

Adopting from Dakin Humane Society

Adoption process

Visit the adoption center in Springfield, MA Tuesday through Saturday from 12:30–3:00 p.m. (no appointment needed) to meet available animals; adoption fees are due in full at the time of adoption, and a nonrefundable $25 hold fee can be paid to reserve an adult dog or cat for up to 24 hours.

Animals served: Dogs, Cats & Other Animals

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