Gimme’ Shelter – Barbara at Providence Animal Control Center

A gray and white cat sitting on the floor.

My friends here describe me as Friendly, Playful, and Energetic – and I think they’re right! They also tell me that it isn’t too often that young kittens come around for adoption – but that would describe me as well – I am a 5 month old female kitten who was found abandoned in a…

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Gimme’ Shelter – Benicio at Providence Animal Control Center

A tabby cat looking up at the camera.

My friends here describe me in 3 words – Friendly, Affectionate, & Gentle! I was left behind when my family moved out, hey, at least I wasn’t put outside! I wasn’t neutered either but, I am now – hurray! I am a good boy who is looking forward to the chonky life full of food…

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Gimme’ Shelter – Tippy here, at Providence Animal Control Center

A black and white cat standing in a cage.

My people here describe me as Friendly, Affectionate, Gentle, and Outgoing. I’m Tippy and I came to PAC when I was injured, or rather bitten by something a lot larger than me. I had the biggest hole in my shoulder and it was a mess. Thankfully after drains and surgery, I am cleaned up now…

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Rhode Island Foundation awards $550,000 in grants for 24 animal welfare programs

A dog and a cat laying next to each other.

Uses include low-cost vet care for pets of low-income households, preparing animals for adoption and rehabilitating wildlife The Rhode Island Foundation is awarding $550,000 in grants to 24 animal welfare programs across the state. The funding will support a range of services including providing reduced-cost veterinary care for pets of low-income households, preparing animals for…

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Gimme’ Shelter – Meet Lennox, at the Providence Animal Control Center

A black and white dog standing in the grass.

Meet Lennox, a Pit Bull Terrier & Siberian Husky mix adult male, Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White). I’m described as friendly, playful, outgoing, and energetic. I am house-trained and fully vaccinated. I’m good with cats and children. I’m Lennox! I was surrendered when I became too much for the living situation I was in. You…

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