It takes a community working together to save pets’ lives, and the Connecticut Humane Society is proud to partner with local animal control departments to help them expand their work. Many animal control officers (ACOs) are doing the very best they can to stretch limited resources and tight town budgets. Through CHS’ ACO Medical Support partnership, CHS is able to support these ACOs and municipal shelter pets by performing spays and neuters, urgent surgeries and more, completely pro bono!
CHS’ partnership also allows animal control pets to transfer to CHS for adoption. The high foot traffic gives them a boost in finding new homes and helps free up the ACOs to respond to more animals in need.
Remember: If you’re concerned about animal welfare in your community, contact your local ACO to report stray dogs and any suspicion of cruelty and neglect.
In an effort to further support ACOs and their work, here are some of the available pets at local animal control offices with information on how to meet them.
Rescue Partner pets are not in CHS' care.
Contact the shelter where the pet is located with questions.
Updated March 25, 2026
Pawsome news! The pets featured have found loving homes.
If you’re an animal control officer looking to feature a pet here, feel free to send your adoptable pet’s information to info@cthumane.org.
Please include their name, a good photo, and contact information for potential adopters to reach out.
The following is a list of local animal control partners. Please visit these links to connect and to view their adoptable pets.
Special Thanks to the Grey Muzzle Organization
Rescue Partner FAQs
Why does the Connecticut Humane Society partner with animal control officers?
Many animal control departments operate with limited resources and tight municipal budgets. CHS partnerships help expand access to veterinary care, improve adoption opportunities, and support local animal welfare efforts.
How do CHS partnerships help local animal control officers?
By helping place pets into adoptive homes and providing veterinary support, CHS partnerships allow animal control officers to focus on responding to additional animals in need within their communities.
What is the goal of the CHS and animal control partnership program?
The goal is to save more pets’ lives by improving access to veterinary care, increasing adoption opportunities, and strengthening collaboration between animal welfare organizations and local animal control departments.
How does CHS support local animal control departments?
CHS partners with local animal control officers (ACOs) and municipal shelters through its ACO Medical Support partnership. This program helps provide veterinary care and adoption support for pets in local animal control systems.
What services does CHS provide through the ACO Medical Support partnership?
CHS provides services including:
- Spay and neuter surgeries
- Urgent medical procedures
- Veterinary support for ACO shelter pets
- Adoption assistance
These services are provided completely pro bono to support local animal control departments and the pets in their care.
What are Rescue Partner pets?
Rescue Partner pets are generally pets sheltered at local animal control facilities or partner shelters rather than in the care of the Connecticut Humane Society (CHS). In some cases, a pet is transferred to a CHS shelter for adoption.
Can animal control pets be adopted through CHS?
Yes. Some pets from local animal control departments may transfer to CHS for adoption. Increased public visibility and foot traffic at CHS locations can help these pets find homes more quickly.
Who should I contact about a Rescue Partner pet?
You should contact the animal shelter or animal control office where the pet is located. They can provide information about the pet, adoption requirements, and meeting arrangements.
How can an animal control officer feature a pet through CHS?
Animal control officers can submit adoptable pets for promotion by sending the following to info@cthumane.org:
- The pet’s name
- A quality photo
- Contact information for adopters
Why are community partnerships important for animal welfare?
Animal welfare organizations, animal control departments, shelters, and community members all play a role in helping homeless and vulnerable pets receive medical care, protection, and permanent homes.
