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Bristol Animal Shelter

10 Minturn Farm Rd.
Bristol, RI 02809

Our Mission

The animal shelter has a volunteer group called Friends of the Bristol Animal Shelter is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization working to supplement the efforts of the Town of Bristol, RI's no-kill Animal Care and Adoption Center.  It is their mission to assist in providing a safe environment and emergency veterinary funding for the animals in their care until they find their forever homes.  Please visit their website for more information:

Adoption Policy

Adoption Policies: 


 In order to adopt an animal from the shelter, you must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid form of I.D.  Adopter must show proof of home ownership or a rental lease which allows pets.  The adoption fee for cats is $250 and for dogs is $350 payable by check or money order only.  Adoption applications may be filled out online.

Adoption Application

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