We’re out in the community almost every weekend — at pet stores, parks, and events across the Hudson Valley and tri-state area. Come meet our animals in person.
Adoptable Dogs & Cats
Meet our animals in person at every event
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Almost Every Weekend
Check below for this month’s locations
Walk-Ins Welcome
No appointment needed — just show up
Nothing pairs better than ice cream and puppy love! Join Happy Life Animal Rescue at Normby Creamery in Pawling, New York, on Sunday, September 13th for a sweet afternoon of delicious treats, community, and adoptable pups. Our Ice Cream Social is a fun opportunity to enjoy a scoop while meeting a few adorable dogs searching…
Fayne Daniels Walkathon — Community Fundraising Walk in Pawling, NY 📅 Saturday, June 19, 2027 | 🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM 📍 Lakeside Park, Pawling, NY (Dutchess County, Hudson Valley) Happy Life Animal Rescue will be tabling at the Fayne Daniels Walkathon, an annual community walk held at Lakeside Park in Pawling, NY to…
Dover Day — Meet Adoptable Dogs at Thomas J. Boyce Park, Dover NY 📅 Saturday, June 19, 2027 | 🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM 📍 Thomas J. Boyce Park, Dover, NY (Hudson Valley) Happy Life Animal Rescue is proud to be part of Dover Day, a community celebration at Thomas J. Boyce Park in…
Pawling Fall Fest — Community Festival & Dog Adoption Table in Pawling, NY 📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 🕚 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM 📍 Lakeside Park, Pawling, NY (Dutchess County, Hudson Valley) Happy Life Animal Rescue will be tabling at the Pawling Fall Fest, hosted by the Pawling Rotary Club at Lakeside Park…
PetSmart Adopt Joy — Dog Adoption Event in Newburgh, NY 📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 🕚 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM 📍 PetSmart, Newburgh, NY (Hudson Valley) Happy Life Animal Rescue is bringing adoptable dogs and cats to PetSmart in Newburgh, NY for Adopt Joy, a dog adoption event supporting Hudson Valley animal rescue.…
Our adoption center is open Tuesday through Friday and most Sundays. Walk-ins are always welcome — no appointment needed. Come meet our animals any time during open hours.
Tuesday – Friday
12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday
At adoption events
Monday
Closed
Sunday hours apply when no event is scheduled. Adoptions are first-come, first-served — an adoption counselor will assist you or add you to the waitlist.