Events & Adoption

Find Us Near You

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

📋

Register Before You Come

Pre-registration helps you go home same day

🗓️

Almost Every Weekend

Check below for this month’s locations

🚶

Walk-Ins Welcome

No appointment needed — just show up

Calendar of Events

Latest Past Events

February PetSmart Mohegan Adoptions

PetSmart Mohegan

Dog Adoption Event in Mohegan Lake, NY – PetSmart | Saturday, February 28   Looking to adopt a dog in Mohegan Lake, NY? Join Happy Life Animal Rescue for a fun and heartwarming Dog Adoption Event at PetSmart in Mohegan Lake on Saturday, February 28! If you’ve been searching for: Dog adoption events in Mohegan…

Adopt Joy In Newburgh

Petsmart Newburgh 156 Old Little Britain Rd, Newburgh

Adopt Joy Adoption Event in Newburgh, NY – PetSmart | Saturday, February 21 | 12–3 PM   Looking to adopt a dog in Newburgh, NY? Join Happy Life Animal Rescue for our Adopt Joy Adoption Event at PetSmart in Newburgh on Saturday, February 21 from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM! We’re bringing some of our…

Puppy Love & Purrfect Punchlines

lake side park 2 lake side drive, pawling

😂 Valentine’s Day Comedy Show Fundraiser Puppy Love & Purrfect Punchlines Friday, February 14 | Pawling, NY Looking for a Valentine’s Day plan that doesn’t involve awkward prix-fixe dinners or forced romance? We’ve got you covered. Join Happy Life Animal Rescue for our Valentine’s Day Comedy Show Fundraiser, a night packed with laughs, love, and…

$35

Can’t Make a Weekend Event?
Visit Us in Pawling.

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.

🏠 550 Route 22, Pawling, NY 12564

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.