Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue

45 South Street Ridgefield, Connecticut 06877

Dogs & Cats

Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue animal shelter in Ridgefield, CT

Ridgefield Shelters

(203) 438-0158 Directions

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Visiting

Hours of operation

Monday 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 - 8:00 PM Today
Friday 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Saturday 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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

About this shelter

Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue in Ridgefield, CT

Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue (ROAR) is a rescue organization based in Ridgefield, Connecticut, located about 15 miles south of Norwalk. It is home to the Donofrio Family Animal Shelter, where it has spent over 25 years caring for cats and dogs, helping more than 6,000 animals find safety, medical care, and permanent homes. ROAR runs an adoption program for dogs and cats that requires an appointment, a visit with the animals, and a completed application, along with a foster program and other community services like a pet pantry and surrender assistance. The shelter is open Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with additional evening hours from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Thursday and Friday.

Before you go

Adopting from this shelter

Adoption process

Call to schedule an appointment, visit the shelter to see the adoptable pets, and then submit a completed application; applicants must be at least 21 years old.