Stand Up For Animals is an independent, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to operate a state-of-the-art animal shelter, adoption center and regional outreach facility to promote the health and welfare of abandoned or lost pets and to educate and assist those who care for them.
Who we are
“Our vision is to create a place where animals will be treated with compassion and dignity.”
The SUFA facility is shared with the Westerly Animal Shelter & Wellness Clinic, if you are looking to schedule your veterinary appointment with the Westerly Animal Shelter, please click the corresponding button below. In addition, if you are looking to join our membership, click the download button below to download our membership form.
Animal Emergency Preparedness
The Westerly Animal Shelter / Stand Up For Animals facility is one of four in the State of Rhode Island equipped to house pets during a time of disaster. If you are evacuated from your home and cannot take your pet(s) to your location, please bring your pet(s) to our facility (33 Larry Hirsch Lane, Westerly, RI). For information please contact Erika Lebling, Shelter Manager, at 401-584-7941 or email her at elebling@westerlyri.gov.
Please visit http://www.dem.ri.gov/animals/ to learn more.
SUFA Facebook Updates
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Pink Floyd went missing almost two weeks ago. She was last seen on the 2nd or 3rd of November on George Street in Westerly. Pink Floyd is a female black and white tuxedo cat. She responds to "pink" or "pinky." Pink Floyd is about 11 years old. She is not microchipped but is wearing a Seresto Flea and Tick Collar. If you see Pink Floyd, please call Ellen Obermann at (401) 935-4242.
Please consider donating NEW AND UNOPENED pet items to our SANTA PAWS Collection drive for local ADOPT A FAMILY programs near us! Please help spread the word to family and friends.
SUFA Stories
Leila’s Story
Words from the staff – Someone brought this kitten in during the winter of 2016, almost frozen to death. She was a really cute kitten and we held her to our chests with a warm water bottle to revive her! Words from a happy adopter about Leila – Last winter I adopted Leila from…
August 21, 2018
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Patches’ Story
I just wanted to share an update about the wonderful cat Patches we adopted in June. She is doing very well in her new home. Our other cat Willy is overjoyed to have her around. They hang out and play all the time. Our two dogs have done very well with her as well. She…
August 21, 2018
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Nina’s Story
Nina is a true fairy tale story that we would hope for all of our rescues! She came to us on February 8, 2018, as a surrendered dog. She was completely insecure, would not make eye contact and would shake uncontrollably when you just looked at her. It seemed like all she wanted to do…
August 4, 2018
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What People Say About Us
“Great organization! I adopted two kittens, brothers, yesterday. The staff was wonderful and the very reasonable adoption fee covered the boys spaying, first shots and microchipping. Keep up the good work saving animals!”
Bethany Guthrie
“We brought home Oscar a week ago, today. We would like to thank everyone at the Westerly Animal Shelter for being so friendly, helpful and finding us our new fur baby! He’s a great addition to our home and he is settling in very well. I highly reccommend this shelter to anyone looking for a companion. The adoption process was super easy too! ”
Ashley Migliaccio
“Adopted a precious little cat there that we love so very much. The staff there is outstanding and the facility is immaculate.”
Maria Reakes
