Who we are
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.
“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.
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Did you know that young and old pets should not be exposed to frigid temperatures, regardless of the winter apparel they could be wearing? The reason is because they don’t have the full coat, fat, and metabolism to stay warm. Stand Up For Animals encourages you to read this article to learn about other winter-related safety tips.
pets.webmd.com/features/pet-winter-safety-prepping-your-pet-for-winter-weather#1
UPDATE**** He's home!! Thank you to everyone that shared and helped bring him home!!
OSCAR ALERT: Coonies went missing on Saturday, January 12th. He was last seen on 2 Osprey Lane in Westerly, RI around the Dunns Corner Area. Coonies is a 12 year old long haired Maine Coone cat. He has black and white coloring and is wearing a black collar with his owners contact information. He is not microchipped. If you see Coonies, please call Tammy or Larry at 401.377.4537.
UPDATE**** ADOPTED!! Whiskers has found his fur-ever home!! That’s one lucky guy and one lucky family!!
Do you believe in love at first sight??? What a love he is - he snuggles, is super friendly and such a beautiful personality!!! He’s approximately 1 1/2 years old, neutered, up to date with all his vaccinations and is looking for his fur-ever home!! Is that your home? If so, please stop by the Westerly Animal Shelter and meet Whiskers!!! Did I mention that’s he’s a purrer!! Bring your cat carrier - you won’t want to leave without him!!
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
