Action For Animals Humane Society

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🎉 Meet Ravi & Rosa: Two Loving ❤ Hearts Still Hoping for Their Furever Home!Ravi and Rosa have known love before. They w...
03/18/2026

🎉 Meet Ravi & Rosa: Two Loving ❤ Hearts Still Hoping for Their Furever Home!

Ravi and Rosa have known love before. They were once part of a family, cherished and cared for. But when their owner could no longer look after them after a hospital stay, these two AFA alumni returned to the shelter in October 2025 — confused, gentle, and still full of hope.

Months have passed since then. Visitors come and go. And somehow, Ravi and Rosa are still waiting. But what makes them extraordinary is that they haven’t given up. They don’t understand why they’ve been overlooked. They only know how to love — and they’re saving all that love for the family who chooses them. Ravi and Rosa would be thrilled to stay together, but they’re also ready to shine in separate homes if that’s where their future leads. What they want most is simple: a warm place to rest, gentle hands to reassure them, and a family who won’t let them be forgotten again.

If you’ve been thinking about adopting… if you’ve been waiting for a sign… maybe this, is it. Ravi and Rosa are ready for their next chapter. They just need someone to help them turn the page. Come meet them. Let them show you how much love two dogs can hold in their hearts. Their story isn’t finished — and you might be the one who helps them find their happy ending! 🥰

❤️ RAVI — 3.5-year-old male Husky Mix
⭐ Athletic, curious, loyal, playful
⭐ Loves belly rubs, back scratches, and treats.
⭐ A big-hearted adventurer who dreams of long walks, open space, and a family who sees how special he is.

🩷 ROSA — 5.5-year-old female Hound Mix
⭐ Gentle, sweet, affectionate, a little shy
⭐ Loves people, going on walks, playtime and treats.
⭐ A tender, loving soul who blossoms with kindness and would be the perfect companion for someone who wants a calm, loyal friend.

Please share so Ravi and Rosa can find a furever home and family!

🎉 Interested in adopting?
🐾 Adoption fee for Ravi and Rosa includes neutering/spaying, vaccinations, heartworm testing, deworming, flea treatment and microchipping.
🐾 A Petfinder inquiry is not an application to adopt any of the animals. You must complete an application in person at the AFA shelter or via phone if you live 1 to 1.5 hours away. Applicants must be 21 years of age or older to adopt.
🐾 The Action For Animals Humane Society's no-kill shelter is located at 386 State Route 217 in Latrobe PA and adoption/visiting hours are Tuesday to Saturday from noon to 4 pm. Please contact the shelter at 724-539-2544 if you have any adoption questions.

Visit the links listed below for detailed information about the Action For Animals shelter’s adoption fees, procedures and photos of all the other rescued animals at the shelter.

⭐www.afashelter.org/adoption-fees/
⭐www.afashelter.org/adoption-procedures/
⭐www.afashelter.org/adoptable-pets/

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🎉 AFA CASH BASH - LIMITED TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE! There are a limited number of tickets still available for the Action ...
03/17/2026

🎉 AFA CASH BASH - LIMITED TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE!

There are a limited number of tickets still available for the Action For Animals Spring Cash Bash on April 18th.

🚩 NOTE: Tickets are now only available at these two locations:
🐶 Action for Animals shelter lobby – 386 State Route 217, Latrobe PA (lobby hours are Monday to Saturday from 9am to 4pm)
🐱 Latrobe Animal Clinic – 115 Bay Hill Drive, Latrobe PA

⭐ Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
⭐ Time: 7 pm to 10 pm (doors will open at 6 pm)
⭐ Location: Huber Hall, 300 South Alexandria Street, Latrobe PA
🚩 PLEASE NOTE - no one under the age of 21 will be admitted to this event.

⭐ Ticket Price: $35.00 each (only 333 tickets sold). You must have a ticket to enter this event.

The Cash Bash fundraiser will include:
🌺 All-you-can-eat catered buffet and dessert table
🌺 Snacks, coffee, drafts, bottled water and soft drinks plus full cash bar
🌺 Cash and gift card drawings every 10 minutes starting at 7 pm – must be present to win the 10 pm drawing (over $5800 in cash and prizes).
🌺 Games of chance, special raffles, door prizes, 50/50 and a large basket raffle

⭐ Cat/Dog Food Special Drawing:
Donate $5.00 or more in Purina dry cat/dog food to be entered into a special drawing to win a prize!
⭐ Cash Bash Table Reservations:
Table reservations are available for tables of 8 people only – no less. Call the shelter at 724-539-2544 to reserve a table.

Hope you can join Action for Animals shelter for a fun-filled evening at their Spring Cash Bash! Proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit the Action For Animals no-kill shelter located at 386 State Route 217 in Latrobe PA (www.afashelter.org). Please contact the shelter at 724-539-2544 if you have any questions.

☘ Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the AFA shelter and staff!Pictured are Alice (15-year-old senior female Chihuahua mix), C...
03/17/2026

☘ Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the AFA shelter and staff!

Pictured are Alice (15-year-old senior female Chihuahua mix), Cinnamon (adult female DSH), Peter (4-year-old male Bulldog mix) and Teddy (adult male DLH) who are hoping they have the luck of the Irish and find a new home and family very soon! 🐱 ☘ 🐶 ☘

You may find your four-legged lucky ☘ charm at the Action For Animals shelter this week. Stop by and visit all the animals on Tuesday to Saturday from 12 noon to 4 pm. The no-kill shelter is located at 386 State Route 217 in Latrobe PA (www.afashelter.org).

View the links below for all the adorable dogs and cats who are waiting patiently to be adopted by someone special…could that be you? ❤

☘ www.afashelter.org/adoptable-pets/
☘ www.afashelter.org/adoption-fees/
☘ www.afashelter.org/adoption-procedures/

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🎉 AWESOME ADOPTIONS! 🎉 Congratulations to:🐶 Berkeley🐶 Booker🐶 Booky🐶 Cleo🐱 Eve🐶 Java🐶 Stella (senior)Thank you to all ou...
03/16/2026

🎉 AWESOME ADOPTIONS! 🎉

Congratulations to:
🐶 Berkeley
🐶 Booker
🐶 Booky
🐶 Cleo
🐱 Eve
🐶 Java
🐶 Stella (senior)

Thank you to all our amazing adopters for choosing Action For Animals and for opening your ❤️ heart to these adorable furbabies! Hope you have many years of happiness together! 🥰

There are several other dogs and cats at the shelter waiting patiently for their furever home and family. The AFA shelter is open Tuesday thru Saturday from noon to 4pm for visiting of the animals and adoptions. View the links below for detailed information.

⭐www.afashelter.org/adoptable-pets/
⭐www.afashelter.org/adoption-fees/
⭐www.afashelter.org/adoption-procedures/

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⭐ TAIL WAGGIN’ THURSDAY – MEET CHESTER!🐶 Age/Breed: 2.5-year-old (estimated) male Bichon Frise mix.🐶 Build/Color: Small,...
03/12/2026

⭐ TAIL WAGGIN’ THURSDAY – MEET CHESTER!

🐶 Age/Breed: 2.5-year-old (estimated) male Bichon Frise mix.
🐶 Build/Color: Small, with a soft white cream curly coat.
🐶 Personality: Gentle, sweet, and learning to trust
🐶 Backstory: Rescued from a puppy mill and transferred to Action For Animals
🚩 Special Requirement: A home with a fenced-in yard

Chester arrived at Action For Animals in September 2025 after being rescued from a puppy mill. He’s still learning what it means to feel safe, so new situations can make him a little unsure — but with patience and kindness, his personality begins to shine. Once he warms up, Chester is an absolute delight. He has the goofiest smile and loves to flash his adorable toothy grin when he recognizes a friendly face. It’s impossible not to smile back. 😊

Chester is just beginning to understand the world outside the kennel. He can walk on a leash, but sudden noises or unfamiliar sights sometimes make him pause and hunker down. With gentle encouragement, he’ll gain confidence and learn that walks can be fun and full of adventure.

This sweet boy is ready for a forever home that can offer patience, love, and a quiet space to grow. If you’re looking for a companion to nurture and celebrate every small victory with, Chester may be your perfect match. Come by and see if you can earn one of his famous smiles — he can’t wait to meet you! 🥰

🎉 Interested in adopting?
⭐ Adoption fee for Chester includes neutering, vaccinations, heartworm testing, deworming, flea treatment and microchipping.
⭐ A Petfinder inquiry is not an application to adopt any of the animals. You must complete an application in person at the AFA shelter or via phone if you live 1 to 1.5 hours away. Applicants must be 21 years of age or older to adopt.
⭐ The Action For Animals Humane Society's no-kill shelter is located at 386 State Route 217 in Latrobe PA and adoption/visiting hours are Tuesday to Saturday from noon to 4 pm. Please contact the shelter at 724-539-2544 if you have any adoption questions.

Visit the links listed below for detailed information about the Action For Animals shelter’s adoption fees, procedures and photos of all the other rescued animals at the shelter.

⭐ www.afashelter.org/adoption-fees/
⭐ www.afashelter.org/adoption-procedures/
⭐ www.afashelter.org/adoptable-pets/

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🎉 SAVE THE DATE! 🎉Action For Animals DRIVE-THRU 🚗 Shot Clinic! Hope to see you and your furry friend for the Action For ...
03/11/2026

🎉 SAVE THE DATE! 🎉

Action For Animals DRIVE-THRU 🚗 Shot Clinic!

Hope to see you and your furry friend for the Action For Animals DRIVE-THRU shot clinic on Saturday, April 4, 2026! The monthly clinic is an easy and affordable way to have your dog or cat vaccinated for the upcoming summer months! This is an all-weather clinic, no appointment is needed, so just drive thru!

🐱 Date: Saturday, April 4, 2026
🐶 Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
🐱 Location: Derry Township Agricultural Fairgrounds, 5938 Route 982, New Derry PA
🐶 For: Dogs and cats 3 months or older and in good health

🚩🚩 PLEASE NOTE -- When entering from Route 982, please make sure to drive around the back of all the fairground buildings to get in line for the clinic. The vet will come to your car to administer the vaccines, so please make sure cats are in carriers and dogs are on non-retractable leashes.

Vaccines Offered:
⭐ Rabies - $15.00 (1 or 3 year) – must provide paperwork of a prior rabies shot to be given a 3-year vaccine.
⭐ Distemper (K9/DHPP & Feline/FVRCP) - $18.00
⭐ Bordetella (K9) - $18.00
⭐ Feline Leukemia (FeLV) - $25.00
🎉 Payment of vaccines is by cash or check only with valid ID (payable to AFA).

Please call the shelter at 724-539-2544 if you have any questions. Proceeds from the drive-thru shot clinic will benefit the Action for Animals Humane Society's no-kill shelter located at 386 SR 217 in Latrobe PA (www.afashelter.org).

🐱 WHISKERS WEDNESDAY SPOTLIGHT – Meet Love! 🩷🩷 Age/Breed – Adult female Domestic Short Hair mix🩷 Build/Color – Medium bu...
03/11/2026

🐱 WHISKERS WEDNESDAY SPOTLIGHT – Meet Love! 🩷

🩷 Age/Breed – Adult female Domestic Short Hair mix
🩷 Build/Color – Medium build with a pretty tabby coat in shades of gray, blue, silver, and white.
🩷 Personality: Sweet, shy, and gentle
🩷 House-trained: Yes
🩷 Backstory: Owner surrender to Action For Animals shelter

Love was surrendered to Action For Animals through no fault of her own and is still adjusting to the big changes in her world. You’ll often find her tucked into a cozy hiding spot in the shelter’s open air, cageless cat room — a quiet little lady taking everything in at her own pace.

Love enjoys gentle pets and being held for short periods of time. She is simply learning to trust new people again, and with patience and kindness, she’s sure to blossom into a loving companion. Her calm, delicate spirit makes her a truly special cat.

If you’re looking for a sweet, gentle soul to share your home with, come meet this beautiful girl. Spend a little time with her and you just might fall in Love with your new best friend! 🩷

🎉Interested in adopting?
⭐ Adoption fee for Love includes spaying, vaccinations, deworming, FeLvFIV testing and microchipping.
⭐ A Petfinder inquiry is not an application to adopt any of the animals. You must complete an application in person at the AFA shelter or via phone if you live 1 to 1.5 hours away. Applicants must be 21 years of age or older to adopt.
⭐ The Action For Animals Humane Society's no-kill shelter is located at 386 State Route 217 in Latrobe PA and adoption/visiting hours are Tuesday to Saturday from noon to 4 pm. Please contact the shelter at 724-539-2544 if you have any adoption questions.

Visit the links listed below for detailed information about the Action For Animals shelter’s adoption fees, procedures and photos of all the other rescued animals at the shelter.

⭐ www.afashelter.org/adoption-fees/
⭐ www.afashelter.org/adoption-procedures/
⭐ www.afashelter.org/adoptable-pets/

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🎉 THANK YOU! 🎉Thank you very much to Ebara Elliott Energy and the United Steelworkers (USW) Local 1145 in Jeannette, PA...
03/11/2026

🎉 THANK YOU! 🎉

Thank you very much to Ebara Elliott Energy and the United Steelworkers (USW) Local 1145 in Jeannette, PA for their incredibly generous donation of pet toys, blankets, food, and treats for the Action For Animals shelter. Your kindness brings comfort, enrichment, and joy to the furbabies waiting for their forever homes. 🥰

Pictured are Kelly and Candi, two wonderful employees of the Ebara Elliott Energy team, who personally visited the shelter to drop off the donations. Gestures like this remind us how strong and compassionate our surrounding communities truly are.

We are deeply grateful for your generosity and continued support—it truly makes a difference in the lives of the animals in our care! 🐶❤🐱

🎉 PAW-SOME DOG OF THE WEEK – Meet Dubble Bubble! 🐶 Age/Breed: 3-year-old male Chihuahua and Boston Terrier mix🐶 Build/Co...
03/10/2026

🎉 PAW-SOME DOG OF THE WEEK – Meet Dubble Bubble!

🐶 Age/Breed: 3-year-old male Chihuahua and Boston Terrier mix
🐶 Build/Color: Small build with a short black, white and cream coat.
🐶 Good With: Other dogs
🐶 Backstory: Rescued from a hoarding situation

Dubble Bubble was rescued from a hoarding situation and transferred to Action For Animals in August 2025. Because of his past, he’s understandably shy when meeting new people. He needs time, patience, and a calm environment to feel safe. But once he trusts you? He becomes the sweetest little shadow — curling up in your lap, soaking in belly rubs, and giving gentle kisses. He loves staying close to his person and thrives on affection.

Dubble Bubble needs a patient adopter who understands that healing takes time. Someone who can show him kindness, consistency, and the reassurance that he is finally safe and loved. If you’ve got a soft spot for shy pups and a heart big enough to help him blossom, Dubble Bubble may be the one you’ve been waiting for! He is ready to start his next chapter — could it be with you? 🥰

Interested in adopting?
⭐ Adoption fee for Dubble Bubble includes neutering, vaccinations, heartworm testing, deworming, flea treatment and microchipping.
⭐ A Petfinder inquiry is not an application to adopt any of the animals. You must complete an application in person at the AFA shelter or via phone if you live 1 to 1.5 hours away. Applicants must be 21 years of age or older to adopt.
⭐ The Action For Animals Humane Society's no-kill shelter is located at 386 State Route 217 in Latrobe PA and adoption/visiting hours are Tuesday to Saturday from noon to 4 pm.
⭐ Please contact the shelter at 724-539-2544 if you have any adoption questions.

Visit the links listed below for detailed information about the Action For Animals shelter’s adoption fees, procedures and photos of all the other rescued animals at the shelter.

⭐ www.afashelter.org/adoption-fees/
⭐ www.afashelter.org/adoption-procedures/
⭐ www.afashelter.org/adoptable-pets/

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🌷 SAVE THE DATE! 🌷The Action For Animals shelter will be participating in a craft/vendor show on Saturday, March 21, 202...
03/09/2026

🌷 SAVE THE DATE! 🌷

The Action For Animals shelter will be participating in a craft/vendor show on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 10 am to 3 pm at Holy Family Church social hall located at 1200 Ligonier Street in Latrobe (the hall is under the church).

Stop by the shelter's table for:
⭐ AFA logo merchandise (shirts and hats will be sold)
⭐ Tickets for a mini basket raffle
⭐ April calendar tickets (if available)
⭐ Information for the various programs and services available at the AFA shelter.

Proceeds from the sale of the AFA logo merchandise and tickets will directly support the daily care, food, shelter and love for the 100+ rescued animals at the AFA shelter located at 386 State Route 217 in Latrobe PA (www.afashelter.org).

The event will include over thirty craft & vendor participants, 50/50, a basket raffle and delicious homemade food will be sold during the day. There are on-street parking and several nearby parking lots within walking distance of the hall. Proceeds from the craft and vendor show will benefit the Holy Family Rosary Society.

Hope you can stop by and support this great community event! 🥰

🎉AFA WALK IN SHOT CLINIC IS TODAY! The Action For Animals shelter's monthly shot clinic is today, Saturday, March 7, 202...
03/07/2026

🎉AFA WALK IN SHOT CLINIC IS TODAY!

The Action For Animals shelter's monthly shot clinic is today, Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 10 am to 1 pm. The clinic is an easy and affordable way to get your dogs and cats vaccinated. No appointment is needed, so just walk in!

🐱 Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026
🐶 Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
🐱 Location: Action For Animals shelter, 386 State Route 217, Latrobe PA
🐶 For: Pets 3 months or older and in good health
🚩 Please make sure cats are in carriers and dogs must be on non-retractable leashes.

Vaccines Offered:
⭐ Rabies - $15.00 (1 or 3 year) – must provide paperwork of a prior rabies shot to be given a 3-year vaccine.
⭐ Distemper (K9/DHPP & Feline/FVRCP) - $18.00
⭐ Bordetella (K9) - $18.00
⭐ Feline Leukemia (FeLV) - $25.00
🎉 Payment of vaccines is by cash or check only with valid ID (payable to AFA).

🚩 NOTE: This is an all-weather clinic, so please dress accordingly as you and your furbaby may be waiting in line outside until it's your turn.

Proceeds from the shot clinic will benefit the Action For Animals Humane Society's no-kill shelter located at 386 State Route 217 in Latrobe PA (www.afashelter.org). Please call the shelter at 724-539-2544 if you have any questions.

🎉 AFA WALK IN SHOT CLINIC IS ON SATURDAY!Just a reminder that the Action For Animals monthly shot clinic will be held on...
03/06/2026

🎉 AFA WALK IN SHOT CLINIC IS ON SATURDAY!

Just a reminder that the Action For Animals monthly shot clinic will be held on Saturday, March 7th, from 10 am to 1 pm. The clinic is an easy and affordable way to get your dogs and cats vaccinated! No appointment is needed, so just walk in!

🐱 Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026
🐶 Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
🐱 Location: Action For Animals shelter, 386 State Route 217, Latrobe PA
🐶 For: Pets 3 months or older and in good health
🚩 Please make sure cats are in carriers and dogs must be on non-retractable leashes.

Vaccines Offered:
⭐ Rabies - $15.00 (1 or 3 year) – must provide paperwork of a prior rabies shot to be given a 3-year vaccine.
⭐ Distemper (K9/DHPP & Feline/FVRCP) - $18.00
⭐ Bordetella (K9) - $18.00
⭐ Feline Leukemia (FeLV) - $25.00
🎉 Payment of vaccines is by cash or check only with valid ID (payable to AFA).

🚩 NOTE: This is an all-weather clinic, so please dress accordingly as you and your furbaby may be waiting in line outside until it's your turn.

Proceeds from the shot clinic will benefit the Action For Animals Humane Society's no-kill shelter located at 386 State Route 217 in Latrobe PA (www.afashelter.org). Please call the shelter at 724-539-2544 if you have any questions.

Address

386 State Route 217
Latrobe, PA
15650

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 4pm
Wednesday 12pm - 4pm
Thursday 12pm - 4pm
Friday 12pm - 4pm
Saturday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+17245392544

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Action For Animals, Inc. Mission Statement

AFA was founded in 1983 to shelter and provide care for abused, abandoned and stray dogs and cats of Westmoreland County. We are a 501c3 non-profit, non-government funded, no-kill shelter that keeps animals free from the threat of unwarranted euthanasia. We adopt animals into responsible homes and vigorously promote the spay and neuter of all pets to eliminate the cruelty of animal overpopulation.