Town Animal Shelter Seeking Homes For Dogs During Coronavirus

TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN, NY — Looking for a furry quarantine buddy? While the Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is currently closed to the public due to the coronavirus pandemic, they are still looking for people to either foster or adopt their medium to large mixed breed dogs. While many dogs in the shelter, located on 300 Horseblock Road in Brookhaven, have already found either temporary or forever homes, there are more available.

There are many different types of dogs available including ones that require a single pet household and others who get along well with other dogs. There are also dogs with some behavioral issues such as anxiety, guarding of food, toys or space, stranger reactivity, or some barrier reactivity who need a very specific type of home.

If interested, complete the Brookhaven Animal Shelter’s online “Matchmaker” application at BrookhavenNY.gov and a member of the animal shelter staff will be in touch with you. All potential fosters/adopters will be required to make an appointment to visit the shelter for a meet and greet along with any other members and/or dogs that live in the household.

In addition, they need to provide proof of home ownership or written landlord/homeowner approval. Those interested in adoption, foster care and questions on redemption are asked to call during business hours at 631-451-6950, Monday to Friday from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm, Saturday from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm and Sunday from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm.