First Adoption Event Of The Year.
Were taking things easy for the first saturday of the year, were simply going to be hosting adoptions at the adoption center in Pawling. Stop by between 11 - 3 to find your match!
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
Were taking things easy for the first saturday of the year, were simply going to be hosting adoptions at the adoption center in Pawling. Stop by between 11 - 3 to find your match!
Saturday, January 10 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Happy Life Animal Rescue is hitting the road for our first Petco adoption event of 2026, and we’re starting strong! Join us at Petco to meet some truly amazing dogs who are ready to find their forever homes. ✨ Bonus excitement: We’ll have a few litters…
Saturday, January 17 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Join Happy Life Animal Rescue for our PetSmart Adopt Joy Adoption Event at PetSmart! This feel-good afternoon is all about one thing: helping amazing dogs find their happily ever after. We’ll have a wonderful group of adoptable dogs ready to meet you—each one hoping this is…
PetSmart Adoption Event – Newburgh 🐾 Saturday, January 24 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Happy Life Animal Rescue is heading to PetSmart for a Saturday packed with wagging tails and adoption magic! We’ll have a fantastic group of adoptable dogs ready to meet their future families. Whether you’re seriously searching or just casually browsing…
PetSmart Adoption Event – Mohegan Lake 🐾 Saturday, January 31 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM We’re closing out January the best way we know how—with dogs! Happy Life Animal Rescue will be back at PetSmartfor another adoption event full of tail wags and happy moments. We’ll have a great mix of adoptable dogs ready…
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.