Central PA Humane Society

Sweet, shy miss Licorice, now Pepper waited 6 months for her forever to come. Time and time again she was looked over as she was shy. That wait paid off and today she found her perfect home! She will have an open lap and cuddles any time she wants them! Congrats sweet girl!

As part of National Law Enforcement Day we want to take a moment to recognize our Humane Police Officer Paul Gottshall who serves all of Blair County. Paul works tirelessly to investigate animal neglect and cruelty. You sometimes see our posts that show some of the cases he is involved in. Paul has been at CPHS for over 20 years and in this line of work that is a huge achievement, and one that he does because of his love of animals. Paul’s work is never done, he is on ca...ll 24/7 and helps assist many police departments as well as following up on complaints made directly to him. Often it is a challenging role as he deals with many people that do not understand the value of an animals life. It is a tough, emotional job that not many people could do. Please join us in thanking Paul for the amazing work he does. We are very lucky to have him as part of the CPHS team!

Yesterday, this lovely cake was donated in memory of Jimmy Caffarelli from some of his loving caretakers. Needless to say, the dogs loved every bit of it! Thank you!

Little Ralph finally found a new home, and he’s got a new little bunny sister who’s looking forward to getting to know him better!

Little Raven is a special girl who had a talent for overwhelming, and even harassing other dogs in her new homes. The first couple dogs to meet her couldn’t take it, but her new older dog brother loves to play as roughly as she does! She’s found her perfect fit!

Maestro is quite the clown. This boy will keep you entertained that’s for sure!

Jessie is a 2 year old girl who is looking for her forever home. Don't let her grumpy face fool you, much like her cage mate she is very sweet once she becomes comfortable! Jessie would love the company of another cat in the home for her confidence level and would do best without young children due to her initial shy nature. She has not been tested with dogs. If you think you'd like to give Jessie a chance, please submit an application to meet with her.

& the WINNER IS for $740 @Penny Brenneman Waite. Congratulations Penny! Please call Becky Felton @ 814-935-3848 to make arrangements to receive your winnings. Thank You to EVERYONE who participated and hope to see you next Friday for another CPHS Tail Waggin Friday 50/50 Drawing.

Niko is enjoying the spoiled life with his new family. They've hired a trainer to educate them on helping Niko adjust without failure. He has a huge fenced in yard all to himself to run and play. Thank you for this fantastic update Niko <3 <3

Adoption Update Peanut is doing amazing and he’s so well loved. He gets tons of cuddles, belly rubs and playtime!

Bedtime at the kennel Inn. Sweet dreams <3

Sweet Merry didn't stay long before her forever family scooped her up and took her home!

Sweet Squirt was swept up and is off to his forever home!

Mattie & Daisy were surrendered together & they went to a forever home together! Congratulations girls <3

If you see a cat that you are interested in please contact us at (814) 942-5402. An application must be filled out before visiting with the cat of your choice. Also, a carrier must be present in order for the cat to leave our facility after adoption. Adoption prices include: FIV/FeLV testing... Microchip Spay/neuter FRVCP and Rabies vaccinations Deflea, deworm See more

Ike and Arthur now Eisenhower and MacArthur have arrived from their foster home to their forever home. These two will be spoiled rotten. Thank you for adopting!

Milo is another ball of energy we have available for adoption. This handsome guy is a Boxer mix that is almost 2 yrs old. He would do best as the only pet in the home & kids over 14 yrs old due to his rough play. If Milo would be a possible good match for your family, please go to our website to complete an application. It can either be emailed or faxed to us and a staff member will be in contact with you to schedule a visit.

Buddy is an 11 month old Boxer mix that is looking for an active family. He does well with dogs that will tolerate his energy level but will need a home without cats. He loves to play rough so kids over 10 yrs of age would be best. If you're looking for a new outdoor hiking pal, Buddy is your match! Please go to our website to complete an application. It can either be emailed or faxed to us and a staff member will be in contact with you to schedule a visit.

Whose hungry for some homemade lasagna from DelGrosso's on a cold winter night? Here's your chance to help the Fur Babies and have a Great dinner without the work or mess. Just click here to order. https://fb.me/e/17VswYt86 $2 of each meal HELPS the CPHS Fur Babies! MUST PRE ORDER BY JAN 25TH @ 5PM!

Sweet Gracie has been with us for almost a year and has come leaps and bounds since she arrived. While she is still a shy girl and can be slow to warm up to new people, she is an absolute sweetheart once she is comfortable. She loves people but would do best in a home without other cats. She has not yet been tested with dogs. We believe she would do better in a home without young children due to her shy nature. If you think you would like to give Gracie a chance, please submit an application for her today.

A nice THANK YOU to Greenbean Coffee House for your generous donation. It will definitely be put to good use & our shelter pets appreciate it <3 <3

Once again another great double adoption! If you haven’t visited the Cat Cafe located in Hollidaysburg yet, you should contact them and spend time with some of our social, adoptable cats. This man raved about how wonderful his experience was.

It only took Steve & Frank 3 days to find their forever family. Congratulations <3

OWNER LOCATED This cutie has been on the run near Timberlane Drive in Cresson. If you are or know who the owner is please call us (814)942-5402.

We have a January special running for bonded pairs of cats: Adopt one and the second cat's adoption is $0.00!!! We have the following bonded pairs:... Maestro / Picasso Tassi / Charcoal Jaime / Akira Jenny / Joanie If you are interested in any of these pairs, please complete an application here www.centralpahumane.org/adoptionduringcovid and email to us at [email protected].

Dumbledor and Kenny are love bugs who have been looking for a home together. Today they found their match and off they went to be spoiled rotten.

We are amazed at how many people in the community support us. We just wanted to give a big thank you to Gloria and her husband for donating a dryer to the CPHS! Thank you very much!

Hi there! My name is Charm & I’m a real charmer. Although a little sad I was found by the train tracks and they think possibly hit by a train. My family... hasn’t come to get me yet or called.... the nice Vet and people here are taking Good care of me and giving me lots of LOVE. Injuries are not all fully known right now. You can help me & all my friends by taking a $5 chance in the CPHS TAIL WAGGIN FRIDAY'S 50/50.... we’ll be the True WINNERS if you do, but you also could with at least $500 in your pocket this Friday! Just click here to play & HELP PLEASE https://www.facebook.com/donate/188872749619497/?fundraiser_source=external_url See more

Cinnamon has hit the jackpot with her new family. She is off to be a spoiled girl.

Who doesn't love a lap cat?? Phantom has been with us for a few months now and has been looked over time and time again. He was brought in to us after being hit by a car and now that he is fully recovered, all he wants is a warm lap to lay on! Since he has been with us, we have allowed him to run around and when he does, he makes sure to occupy any open lap he can. He doesn't care if staff are trying to work or not! As a matter of fact, he seems to prefer to climb into the ...lap of the busiest staff member he can find! He loves hugs and head boops and scratches too! This sweet 2 year old is looking for an adult only home, unfortunately due to his previous injury, he has a sore elbow. This does not bother him unless he is picked up. He also has a tendency to love bite, but he is gentle about this. All he wants is attention! He is also not a big fan of other cats. Do you think you can open your heart to this sweet boy? If so, please visit centralpahumane.org/adoptionduringcovid and submit an application to [email protected]! We promise, you will not be disappointed!

A huge thank you to Roaring Spring Giant Eagle for another large donation! They are continued supporters of the CPHS and are big time animal lovers! Our animals and staff say thank you again!!

Merlin came to us with severely injured paw, and he couldn't walk on this paw at all. After x-rays it was discovered he had been declawed, but that the surgery was not done correctly. We had to operate to remove extra bone left behind, bone splinters and we even had to remove one toe up to the next joint. This poor cat suffered awful pain until he came here and had his corrective surgery done. However, his story finished on the best note possible! After he had recovered he quickly found a new home and as you can see he is spoiled rotten and living the life! Happy Birthday Merlin!

Our sweet girl Licorice is patiently waiting for a new home. Licorice is shy at first, but warms up into quite the love bug very quickly. A kind person has sponsored her adoption fee! If you can offer Licorice a home then please apply for her here: www.centralpahumane.org/adoptionduringcovid

Becky Felton Happy New Year Everyone! Are you ready for another chance @ WINNING $500 in the CPHS Tail Waggin Friday's 50/50? Lacey is!!! If it can't be pool t...ime yet, $500 will help to lift your spirits! AND all the proceeds go to help her friends at the shelter awaiting their Furever Home. It's only $5 a chance and ez to enter....just click here https://www.facebook.com/donate/188872749619497/ See more

Jasper (on the right) went into a foster home a few weeks ago. We took this photo before he left because we had a feeling he wasn't returning. Congratulations Jasper & new family <3

Please welcome Frank & Steve! These two best buds are 3 yr old Chinchillas that are looking for a forever family TOGETHER. Steve & Frank are a little shy at first but are very easy to handle. They come with a large cage, food bowl, and some wooden chews. If you are interested in applying, click the link below www.centralpahumane.org/adoptionduringcovid

This poor girl was found injured around the train tracks near N. 13th st in the Juniata area of Altoona. If you are or know the owner please call (814)942-5402. Thanks!

UPDATE: returned to owner FOUND DOG! This sweet girl was found around Logan Ave and 13th street. If you are or know the owner please contact (814)942-5402. Leave a voicemail if there’s no answer and we will call back as soon as possible. Thanks!

Picasso loves to spend time with us. She is a sweet girl looking for a home with her brother Maestro. Picasso loves to talk, how cute is her meow? Can you offer two super cats a home - If so apply here: www.centralpahumane.org/adoptionduringcovid

Phantom wants you to take him home! This handsome lad came in with an old fracture to his elbow and an injury to his eye. So he has a permanent limp and an odd looking eye. He took a while to get used to us, but now that he has he has turned into a big love bug! Phantom is not overly fond of other cats, and is best with older kids as he does bite for attention. ... Interested in Phantom? Then apply for him here: www.centralpahumane.org/adoptionduringcovid

We are closed today for New Year. We would like to wish you and your families a happy and safe New Year. Thank you to our community, who this year have stepped up tremendously to donate to the animals. Covid has made life hard for many, yet people still dig deep to give to us. We are eternally grateful for you, without you there would be no CPHS. Your support enables us keep our doors open and provide the best of care to the animals. There are many ups and downs, but yo...u pull us through, all of you, with your donations, words of support and comfort and most of all by offering homeless animals a home! Here’s looking forward to a better 2021!

UPDATE - Returned to owner FOUND DOGS! These two girls were left in our outside kennels last night. They were found near Dry Run Road originally. If you are or know the owner please call 942-5402. Thanks!

Adoptable Max says "What?? 2020 is almost over??" As we get ready to ring in the new year, we want to remind everyone to stay safe this new years eve! We are excited to continue finding homes for every animal that comes through our doors in the new year! As a reminder, New years Eve can be a stressful time for pets. Here are some simple tips and tricks to help ease their anxiety and stress;... - Keep pets indoors! Keep pets in a safe, enclosed room. Surrounding them with familiar toys, blankets and anything with your scent can help to create a calm, relaxing environment when they are feeling anxious or upset. -Turn on music or television. If you do not have a separate room, sometimes music or turning the television up can help to drown out anything happening outside the home and can help keep pets calm. - Update identification! If your dog does not wear a collar indoors, it may be a good idea to make sure they are wearing a collar with proper identification. New years can be one of the worst times of the year for pets to get loose and become lost due to the stress caused by fireworks and other forms of celebration throughout the community. Ensuring they are wearing proper identification is the best way to make sure they are returned home safe and sound! As always, Be safe and have a happy new year! We thank you all for your continued support. We could not do what we do without all of you!

Sweet Thackery came in to us a shy boy with a very bad eye infection which resulted in losing his eye. He spent some time in a foster to adopt and today his family came in to make it official! Thackery is ADOPTED!

Sweet Jasmine waited with us for quite some time for her forever to come around. She was known as the greeter for a while as she roamed the cat room trying to charm everyone she could into taking her home. Sure enough, her charm allowed her to work her way into one lucky families home where she spent some time as a foster to adopt. Today, after 246 days, Jasmine is officially adopted!!

In the state of Pennsylvania, all dogs must have a registered dog license. Dogs without a license can be cited up to $300.00 per violation plus court cost. We have Altoona City & Blair County licenses for sale as of Monday, January 4 2021. These are yearly licenses & prices range from $5.00-$12.50. Seniors receive a discounted price. Please call us if you would like to make an appointment to get your dog it's license (814)942-5402!

A HUGE thanks to Weis Markets who as part of their 2020 Paws for Pets program raised $2,125 for CPHS! We received gift card to this value today which we know will be put to great use. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Emma just celebrated her 17th birthday! Instead of gifts for herself, she ask for donations for our shelter pets. Thank you so much Emma & we hope you had a wonderful birthday. Your kindness is much appreciated

A huge thanks to the staff at Cumming Motors, Inc. who all put in money as a Christmas fundraiser for CPHS. Today we received a check for $500! Thanks guys, you all rock!

UPDATE - Returned to owner FOUND DOG This little one was found on 8th St in Altoona. We are trying to track the owner by an old license on the collar, but if you know or are the owner please call us to arrange return.

Gigi came to us with a broken leg which had to be amputated. Today she hit the jackpot and home she went with her new mom!

Sweet Oreo went home with his new family today!

Adoption Update "Update on Miss Emma! We have been blessed with her for 4 months and had a great Christmas day with her! She loved everything that Santa brought her "

Sparkey got the perfect gift for Christmas, a family that will love him forever! Congratulations Sparkey & new family <3 <3

Please note our holiday hours!

UPDATE - Returned to owner. FOUND DOG! This handsome lad was found on 14th Street / Washington Ave in Altoona.... If you are or know the owner please call us (814) 942-5402 and we will set up an appointment for him to be claimed. See more

Little Lenny’s Christmas wish came true, and he’s finally found a home of his own!

Maizee went home as a foster dog for a couple weeks to see how she’d fit in. She came back to let us know she’s decided to keep her new family!

We want to say a huge thank you to Huntingdon County Humane Society for helping us out by pulling Sadie and Gypsy yesterday. We are sure they will be successful in finding them a wonderful new home, perfect for their needs. We are very fortunate that we have the resources of other local rescues and shelters!

Niko was the perfect Christmas present for his new pet parents!

Akira is a 1 1/2 year old spayed female who was rescued from a barn where she was dumped. This girl had a rough start to life so she is nervous of strangers and new things. However once she warms up to you she is very loving. She wants nothing more than to lay by you on the couch relaxing and enjoying your company. Akira loves other cats, so would prefer a home with other felines for company. For her comfort level she would prefer a home with adults only. If you are interested in offering this sweetheart a home please complete the application here: www.centralpahumane.org/adoptionduringcovid

Sweet Opal was scooped up by her new family and off she went!