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“Making a difference, one animal at a time...” We take pride in the work we do - working to keep homeless pets safe, happy and sheltered.

DAWS Animal Welfare Society, Inc a non-profit, no-kill organization dedicated to improving the lives of animals in our community and beyond. We promote responsible pet guardianship and the humane treatment of animals, and work toward ending animal overpopulation through education and a variety of programs.

10/31/2026

🎃 Halloween Happy Tail 🎃 Diesel was adopted just this past week and he's already taking the term "rescue" to new heights!! 👩🏼‍🚒
A very Happy and Safe Halloween to all!

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween Everyone!! Meet Dustin (not for adoption) and Oreo (absolutely up for adoption!) 🎃
Today is the last day to save 50% on adoption fees for all of our animals!! Come visit us and find your new best friend ❤️

10/30/2026

🎃🐕 Halloween PROMO--all adoption fees 50% off now through October 31! This pretty girl is Roxie. She is an 18-month-old foxhound/terrier mix and weighs 50 lb. Roxie loves to be outside and is ready for all kinds of adventures. She is a fun dog who is also very sweet. She is good with other dogs and also good with cats. Roxie is going to make an awesome member of the family! She is spayed, microchipped, vaccinated and healthy. Her adoption fee is $440. If you would like to meet/adopt Roxie, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-online-adoption-application/ or stop by our shelter. We are open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. The DAWS shelter address is 147 Grassy Plain St. Bethel. Email [email protected] with questions or if you wish to schedule an after-hours appointment. Roxie can't wait to meet you!

10/29/2026

🎃🐕 Halloween PROMO--all adoption fees 50% off now through October 31! This tiny fella is Travis. He is a 12-year-old chihuahua and weighs 6 lb. This boy came to us to find a new home due to his owner's health. He is super sweet and calm. Travis walks well on a leash and prances when he walks! Travis is reportedly housetrained and he is good with other dogs. We don't know what Travis thinks of cats, but can cat-test him if needed. He is smaller than some cats! Travis has a clean bill of health and we expect has much more life to enjoy! He just had a dental cleaning and his teeth look great! Travis just wants to snuggle and be with people. He is going to make someone an awesome little companion, especially an adopter who will be home during the day with him. Travis is neutered, microchipped, vaccinated and healthy. His adoption fee is $240 (senior dog discount). If you would like to meet/adopt Travis, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-forms or stop by our shelter. We are open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. The DAWS shelter address is 147 Grassy Plain St. Bethel. Email [email protected] with questions or if you wish to schedule an after-hours appointment. Travis can't wait to meet you!

10/29/2026

🎃🐈 Halloween PROMO--all adoption fees 50% off now through October 31! This handsome boy is Broly. He is 5-years-old and weighs 12.5 lb. Broly has a soft shorthaired black and white tuxedo coat. Broly came to us locally as an abandoned cat when his owners moved. He is ready for his second chance at a forever home. Broly loves to talk and loves pets! Broly is neutered, microchipped, vaccinated and healthy. He is litterbox trained. If you would like to meet/adopt Broly, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-online-adoption-application/ or stop by our shelter. We are open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. The DAWS shelter address is 147 Grassy Plain St. Bethel. Email [email protected] with questions or if you wish to schedule an after-hours appointment. Here is a brief video of Broly: https://youtube.com/shorts/v0mA32NXCJw

10/29/2026

Some have found their favorite laps. Others are still waiting to meet their people. All have a special place in our hearts. 🐾💛

This National Cat Day, help us spread the love: share this post to help a waiting cat find a family, or drop a photo of your own feline friend in the comments. We love to see your DAWS alums! 🐱

10/28/2026

🏒🐾 Big saves on the ice. Second chances for animals!

Join us for PUCKS, PAWS & PUPS NIGHT on November 7 at Danbury Ice Arena! Enjoy a night of hockey while helping animals in need. ❤️

🎟️ Enter DAWS at checkout, and 50% of your ticket proceeds will benefit DAWS!

📍 Danbury Ice Arena
⏰ 7:00 PM puck drop

Grab your tickets, rally your friends, and help us turn a night at the rink into brighter futures for animals! 🐶🐱

Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/2a6xxtyv

10/28/2026

🎃🐕 Halloween PROMO--all adoption fees 50% off now through October 31! This pretty girl is Brynn. She is a two-year-old American Staffordshire terrier mix and weighs 43 lb. Brynn is all about love and hugs! She is incredibly sweet and just loves to be with people. She responds well to her name and walks nicely on a leash. If you love pitties and looking for a medium-sized dog to be your new BFF, Brynn may be just who you need! Brynn is all about people! She is fine with children of all ages and would prefer to be in a home where she isn't alone long hours. She needs a cat-free home. Brynn is spayed, microchipped, vaccinated and healthy. Her adoption fee is $440. If you would like to meet/adopt Brynn, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-forms or stop by our shelter. We are open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. The DAWS shelter address is 147 Grassy Plain St. Bethel. Email [email protected] with questions or if you wish to schedule an after-hours appointment. Brynn can't wait to meet you!

10/27/2026

Calling all BOO-tiful souls! 🎃🐾

Our volunteer crew needs more enthusiastic animal lovers—and we’d love to have you join us!

From walks and playtime to clean spaces and comforting company, your time helps our dogs and cats feel safe, loved, and ready for their forever homes.

This Halloween, treat yourself to something meaningful: a place on the DAWS team. The difference you make lasts well beyond spooky season! 🧡

Apply today: https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E342660&id=73

10/27/2026

🐈🎃 Halloween PROMO--all adoption fees 50% off now through October 31! This pretty kitty is Lady. She is one-year-old and weighs 9 lb. Lady has a soft shorthaired shiny black coat. Lady was surrendered to us when her owner could no longer care for her. She has a super sweet personality and loves people. She enjoys pets and attention and is an outgoing girl who is also cuddly. Her left eye is slowly healing with eyedrops after a presumed trauma in her past. The eye causes her no discomfort and we hope it will continue to clear until it is just a minor corneal scar. Lady is good with other cats and is going to make someone an awesome companion! Lady is spayed, microchipped, vaccinated and healthy. She is litterbox trained. Her adoption fee is $240. If you would like to meet/adopt Lady, please complete our online application at https://daws.org/daws-online-adoption-application/ or stop by our shelter. We are open 10 AM to 4 PM seven days a week. The DAWS shelter address is 147 Grassy Plain St. Bethel. Email [email protected] with questions or if you wish to schedule an after-hours appointment. Lady can't wait to meet you!

Address

147 Grassy Plain Street
Bethel, CT
06801

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 4pm
Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm
Sunday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

+12037443297

Website

https://daws.org/, https://nomv.org/

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