Frequently Asked Questions

  • Adopting is easy! Please read our adoption process.

  • Please visit our available animals page to see dogs, cats, and other small animals in need of forever homes!

  • If you need to surrender your animal to the APCSM, please click here.

  • Our cat lounge, cat adoption room, and smalls room are open to the public every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 1-4 PM. The dog room remains closed to the public during open hours to minimize kennel stress.

  • The APCSM operates by appointment for adoption and surrender. We have found scheduling adoption appointments has several benefits including:

    Reduced stress: The decreased amount of visitors walking through the facility has increased the quality of life for our animals, especially our population of harder-to-place animals. The comfort of our animals is top priority and we strive to reduce kennel stress at all costs.

    Better matchmaking: Our adoption staff has been able to make thoughtful matches for animals by speaking with potential adopters in advance about their lifestyle, including what they are hoping for in a pet while considering an animal’s medical and behavioral needs.

    Increased adoption rates: In addition to more adoptions, we’ve seen a decrease in return rates as well. That’s a win-win!

  • There are so many ways to help shelter animals! The APCSM does not receive any state or federal funding, and relies solely on the generosity of our community. Visit our Donation Page to see how you can make an impact on animals in need.

  • We accept donations at the shelter seven days a week between 9am-6pm. All donations can be left by the front doors of the building.

    If you would prefer to come in the building when dropping off donations, please visit us during open hours on Thursdays from 1-4pm.

    To see a list of items we need, please click here.

  • The shelter needs and accepts a variety of items, from pet food and toys to cleaning products and office supplies. To see our Everyday Wish List, please click here.

  • The APCSM operates a pet food pantry on the second Saturday of every month between 12-2pm. This distribution takes place at the shelter and is on a first come, first served basis. This program is designed for pet owners who need help supplementing their animals’ diet due to financial constraints.

  • Animal Rescue League’s Spay Waggin’ provides high-quality, affordable spay/neuter services to animals in need on Cape Cod and the South Shore. To learn more or schedule an appointment, visit their website here: https://www.arlboston.org/services/spay-waggin/

    Feral Advocates & Cat Trappers (FACT) offer low-cost spay neuter services for cats. To learn of upcoming clinics, visit their Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/FactTheClinic/

    MSPCA, *Brockton Cat Owners: Pick up and drop off opportunity for Brockton residents only on certain Wednesdays at the APCSM. If you would like to apply to drop off/pick up your cat at APCSM in Brockton, please fill out this application: Apply Now for Brockton Cat Spay-Neuter. You will be required to provide proof of residency.

  • Please contact our staff by emailing info@apcsm.org. You may also call on Tue, Thurs, Fri, Sat, or Sun from 1-5:30 PM at (508) 586-2053. Please note: if your call is not answered when phone lines are open, that means our staff is busy working with clients and/or animals. Please wait a few minutes before calling again, or email our staff directly. Thank you!