Local Pet Resources
Having the location of an emergency vet is crucial for any pet owner. In unexpected situations, such as sudden illness or injury, quick access to professional care can make the difference between life and death for your beloved pet. Knowing exactly where to go in an emergency ensures that you can act swiftly and effectively, providing your pet with the best chance for a rapid recovery. Additionally, having this information readily available can reduce stress during critical moments, allowing you to focus entirely on getting your pet the help they need.
Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospitals
Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospitals (VESH) has served the pet owners of the greater Massachusetts area since 2006 by providing emergency & critical pet care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year – including holidays! Our board-certified specialists also offer referral pet care in Cardiology, Internal Medicine, and Surgery.
Website: veshmass.com
- Address: 134 Capital Drive, Suite A, West Springfield, MA 01089
- Address: 141 Greenfield Rd. South Deerfield, MA 01373
Phone: (413) 665-4911
Bear Management Programs
Both Massachusetts and Connecticut have implemented bear management programs to monitor bear populations and address conflicts. In Massachusetts, the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife tracks bear movements and conducts research to inform management strategies. In Connecticut, the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) responds to bear sightings and provides guidance to residents.
Local Pet Organizations
Dakin Humane Society
Dakin Humane Society is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, and spay/neuter services to more than 20,000 animals each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in the Pioneer Valley and a national leader in animal welfare.
Thomas J O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center
The Thomas J. O’Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center provides animal control services for the cities of Springfield, Chicopee, and Holyoke. Our animal control officers respond to routine service calls daily 7am-10pm. Emergency response for ill, injured or aggressive animals is available 24 hours a day.
Our Adoption Center, located at 627 Cottage Street in Springfield, provides a second chance for adoptable dogs, cats and occasionally other types of critters.
Sweet Paws Rescue
Sweet Paws Rescue (SPR) is a registered non-profit animal rescue based in Massachusetts. We are a grassroots, boots-on-the-ground, shelterless, foster-based, and volunteer-powered organization. We primarily work within two of the poorest counties in Mississippi and Alabama and since 2011, we have rescued close to 22,000 puppies, dogs, kittens, and cats that would not have a chance at life otherwise. We are also a New England resource for the abandoned and displaced, and animals seized in cruelty cases within our home state.
Second Chance Animal Services
Second Chance Animal Services is a nonprofit animal welfare organization founded in 1999. Second Chance began as an animal shelter and grew to help more pets in need. Today Second Chance operates Community Veterinary Hospitals in North Brookfield, Southbridge, Springfield, and Worcester providing access to the highest-quality veterinary care for all. Subsidized rates are provided to underserved communities to ensure access to care for all pets in need. Last year Second Chance helped over 49,000 pets live better lives through full-service veterinary care, spay/neuter services, adoption services, community & educational outreach programs, training, and a pet food pantry.
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