•  Call for availability!(603)472-DOGS - Since we are a Limited Admissions shelter, we do not "make room" for new animals to come in. We only accept new animals when space becomes available due to adoptions. We often have a limited waiting list. You will either be added to the list or told when to try again. If you can not wait, we can attempt to help you find alternate solutions.
  

• Please do not abandon a pet outside the shelter when we are not open. Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. It is unlawful to abandon animals under RSA 644:8 Not only is this illegal, and very dangerous for the pet, but its chances of being adopted are significantly better if you provide us with the information we'll ask of you when you surrender the pet.

• Before you surrender your pet, make sure its vaccinations are current. A pet that is current on shots, and has been neutered, is more readily adoptable.
  We suggest your animal have these vaccinations and would like to see proof of .....

• Contact your Veterinarian for a complete copy of your pets medical history and shot records prior to you appointment.  Please bring these records with you when you come to your appointment.

• We ask that you bring all of your animals possessions with you. (crates, blankets, favorite toys, food, litter, etc.. Anything that may help your animal make a smoother transition) All material may not be returnable if you reclaim the animal.

• Though we do not require a fee to surrender an animal, we do suggest that anyone bringing an animal to the shelter consider giving a donation to help defer the cost of food, vaccines and care that the animal will receive.

Suggested minimum donations*;

Dog - $50 or more                                       A single animal costs the ARLNH
Cat - $40 or more                                        on average $503.92 in food,
Litter of Kittens - $80 or more                    medical care and shelter.  Fees
Ferret - $40 or more                                   for adoption cover only 12% of
Rabbit - $30 or more                                   cost.  If you relinquish your pet,
Other Small Animal - $10 or more              please help as much as you can!

*As we are a non profit organization who derives all of their funds from the donations of generous individuals and local businesses, please donate whatever you can afford towards the care of the animals.

• Shelter Hours for Incoming Animals:
  Hours Vary. Please call ahead for availabilty and hours.