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
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Walk-Ins Welcome
No appointment needed — just show up
Get ready to add a little color to your Saturday… and maybe a new best friend, too 🐶🎨 Join Happy Life Animal Rescue on Saturday, May 30th from 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM at the Van Wyck Jr. High School Color Run for a high-energy community event filled with fun, movement, and—of course—adorable, adoptable dogs!…
🎉🐾 Join us for one of the biggest and happiest events of the year — the Happy Life Animal Rescue Family Fun Day! 🐶💙🐱 Bring the whole family out for a fun-filled day supporting rescue animals and helping us continue our mission of creating happy lives for pets and people alike. 📅 Event Details Date:…
🐾☀️ We’re heading to New Milford for a paws-itively fun day in the park! Join Happy Life Animal Rescue at the annual Pets in the Park event for a day filled with adoptable animals, local vendors, pet lovers, and community fun. Stop by to meet some of our adorable dogs looking for their forever homes…
🐾 PawPawPalooza Adoption Event 🐾 Join Happy Life Animal Rescue for a fun-filled adoption event at PawPawPalooza at Pleasant Paws Pet Center in Newtown, CT! 📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM 📍 Pleasant Paws Pet Center – Newtown, CT We’ll be bringing some adorable adoptable puppies and dogs that are…
Happy Life Animal Rescue Adoption Event at PetSmart Mohegan Lake Looking for your new best friend? Join Happy Life Animal Rescue at PetSmart in Mohegan Lake and meet some of our adorable, adoptable dogs looking for loving forever homes! Whether you’re ready to adopt or just thinking about adding a furry family member in the…
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.