Stand Up For Animals

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Stand Up For Animals "It’s not enough to love animals; we must actively protect and preserve them." - Daphne Sheldrick

Stand Up For Animals is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide for and promote the health and welfare of animals in our region as well as educate and assist those who care for them. SUFA raised the funds to build a new animal shelter to replace the Town of Westerly's aging shelter. A collaborative effort with the Town of Westerly whereby SUFA entered into a $1 a year, 99-year lease while the Town of Westerly covers the ongoing maintenance, utilities, and employs two animal control officers and one assistant shelter manager. We established an affordable animal wellness clinic in 2023 that operates 4 days per week out of the Westerly Animal Shelter and provides a full day of services to shelter pets. In addition through our community outreach program we provide emergency vet care subsidies to pet owners faced with unexpected vet care costs. SUFA has a Board of Trustees, a full time vet, 2 full time vet techs, a full time clinic administrator and two part time employees.

One week from today!
10/21/2026

One week from today!

Many thanks to the Town of Westerly Public Works Department for keeping our dog parks, shelter, and town beautiful! Wes...
10/20/2026

Many thanks to the Town of Westerly Public Works Department for keeping our dog parks, shelter, and town beautiful! Westerly would not be the place it is without you!

Are you a landlord who is considering renting to pet owners? Check out this article from the ASPCA with tips for making...
10/18/2026

Are you a landlord who is considering renting to pet owners? Check out this article from the ASPCA with tips for making things work!

Households with pets tend to stay in their rentals longer. Here are some tips for landlords considering allowing pets.

10/16/2026

Stop by the shelter tomorrow morning and learn about how you can help out! We can't think of a better way to volunteer your time!

This weekend!
10/16/2026

This weekend!

Join us at on October 28 from 5-8 pm for Paws Hallows Eve: A Costume Party for Pets and Their People! 21+ Entry fee: p...
10/15/2026

Join us at on October 28 from 5-8 pm for Paws Hallows Eve: A Costume Party for Pets and Their People! 21+ Entry fee: pet food donation.

Many thanks to our friends in the Stonington Public Schools Life Skills program for volunteering to help make decoration...
10/11/2026

Many thanks to our friends in the Stonington Public Schools Life Skills program for volunteering to help make decorations for our upcoming Paws Hallows Eve Party at Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island on 10/28!

For more information about how this outstanding group of individuals can be a benefit to your business or organization, email [email protected].

Dine local. Adopt local. Many thanks to our friends at Surf Cantina in Westerly for helping to share the faces of adopt...
10/10/2026

Dine local. Adopt local. Many thanks to our friends at Surf Cantina in Westerly for helping to share the faces of adoptable animals at the Westerly Animal Shelter.

To have your business added to our Dine Local. Adopt Local campaign list, email [email protected].

Many thanks to our friends at State Job Lot who donated a literal pick-up truck full of pet food to be distributed to o...
10/09/2026

Many thanks to our friends at State Job Lot who donated a literal pick-up truck full of pet food to be distributed to our neighbors at Neighborhood Center , , and .

Your donation makes a difference!

Individual donations of pet food should be made directly to your local pantry.

Join us for Paws Hallows Eve: A Costume Party for Pets and Their People! Wednesday, October 28 from 5-8 pm at Grey Sail...
10/08/2026

Join us for Paws Hallows Eve: A Costume Party for Pets and Their People! Wednesday, October 28 from 5-8 pm at Grey Sail Brewing. Food. Drinks. Costume Contest. 21+ Entry fee: Pet food donation.

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Westerly, RI

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Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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+14013489595

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