When superstorm Sandy struck the region on October 29th, sadly, it left many people and animals homeless in its wake. Families uprooted by the storm were no longer able to care for their pets, and some were forced to give them up permanently. On Saturday, November 24th, our kind neighbors Bob and Debbie Valenti stepped in to help find homes for these animals by hosting an … [Read more...]
Animal Adoption Event in Mystic on November 24th
Date: Saturday, November 24, 2012 Location: Valenti’s Auto Mall, 72 Jerry Browne Rd, Mystic, CT Time: 10:00 am till 2:00 pm Adopting CT pets that became homeless due to Hurricane Sandy! GAF's Groton Animal Pantry will be on site accepting donations of dog food, cat food, and cat litter for animals in need. Please visit us and donate pet food even if you can’t adopt a … [Read more...]
Many thanks to our generous community
We would like to thank every one of the 190 generous supporters who turned out for our Cause for Paws fundraiser at Shennecossett Yacht Club on September 15th. The event was a tremendous success, and its proceeds will allow us to continue our mission of supporting the important work of the Groton Animal Control facility. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, many more … [Read more...]
Groton’s Fall Festival is this weekend
Stop by and see us! Be sure to stop by the GAF booth at the Groton Fall Festival this Saturday, October 6th, from 10 am. to 4 p.m. The seventh annual festival takes place rain or shine at Poquonnock Plains Park, located at 150 Fort Hill Road. We will be at booth D18, come and see our "Happy Endings Gallery" showing some of the animals who have benefited from the GAF … [Read more...]
5th Annual Cause for Paws Fundraiser
Our 5th annual fall fundraiser, Cause For Paws, will be held on Saturday, September 15th from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Shennecossett Yacht Club in Groton (get directions). This event will feature a wine and beer tasting along with music and hors d'oeuvres. Did we mention the Salsa lessons? You're not going to want to miss this one! Tickets are $25 in advance, and $30 at the … [Read more...]