The shelter is currently open by appointment only.
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Upcoming Events
Children's Storytime
& Craft Hour
Tuesday, February 24th from 11 AM-12 PM
Join us at the Animal Rescue League of NH for another Children's Storytime and Craft Hour! We will be reading Love is My Favorite Thing by Emma Chichester Clark. This story is about a dog named Plum who loves many things but declares love as her absolute favorite.
After the story, kids can enjoy a fun seasonal craft to take home! Storytime is designed to be an age-appropriate event for our youngest visitors (0-5 years) that begins to foster a sense of responsibility and compassion.
For more info and to register ahead of time, visit the link below.
$5,000 Cash Raffle
February 2nd-28th
Participate in our $5,000 cash raffle to benefit homeless animals in your community and for a chance to win big! By purchasing a cash raffle ticket, you have a 1 in 200 chance of winning $5,000. Tickets go on sale starting February 2nd and can be purchased online until February 28th at noon (or until the maximum of 200 tickets have sold).
Children's Stuffed Animal Clinic
Wednesday, February 25th from 1-2 PM
Explore the Stuffed Animal Clinic at the Animal Rescue League of NH with your favorite stuffed animal and enjoy activities designed to highlight how to be an awesome pet owner!
During this interactive event, children will get a chance to have their stuffed animals undergo a health check and visit our grooming station to learn what owning a pet entails.
For more info and to register, visit the link below.
Paws and Poses Yoga with Shelter Pets
Wednesday, February 25th from 5-6 PM
Join us at the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire for a feel-good class led by an instructor from The Yoga and Fitness Loft. This popular 60-minute gentle yoga class includes interactions with the shelter's current resident pets awaiting adoption!
Pawsitive Helpers
Friday, February 27th from 9 AM-12 PM
Does your child love animals and have an interest in animal welfare? We have the perfect event for them to get involved! Pawsitive Helpers, a humane education learning event, offers youth the opportunity to spend time at the ARLNH learning about and experiencing animal welfare hands-on!
Pawsivite Helpers is a packed full shelter experience. Activities include a shelter tour, a humane education lesson, guided small animal care, animal interactions, and enrichment/craft projects.
This program is open to children aged 9-13 years. For more info and to register, visit the link below.
Pets in the Afterlife With Rob Gutro
Sunday, March 29th from 11 AM-12 PM
Join Rob Gutro, award-winning and best-selling author and pet medium, for an event to benefit the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire.
Rob will discuss how to cope with grief and loss, identify the signs they give us, and explain the science behind it. Learn why living pets can sense spirits. By the end of the talk, you'll be able to find signs from your pets in spirit.
Shelter Slumber Pawty
Saturday, April 18th from 12-8 PM
On April 18th, 2026, the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire will be participating in the global Shelter Slumber Pawty event from 12 Noon to 8 PM.
This collaborative fundraising event brings together animal welfare organizations, advocates, and our supporters to raise funds and awareness of our lifesaving mission on social media.
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Bidding for Paws
Virtual Auction for the Animals
May 7th - 14th, 2026
Get ready to raise your paddles! The Animal Rescue League of NH’s annual Bidding for Paws virtual silent auction will be open for online bidding from May 7th through May 14th, 2026.
Fun and exciting items available for bidding include once-in-a-lifetime travel, experiences, art, gift cards, baskets, pet-related items, and much more!
Howl-O-Ween 5K
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Lace up your sneakers and leash up your dog! The Howl-O-Ween 5K is a dog-friendly run/walk that benefits the Animal Rescue League of NH. You even have the chance to purchase a special timed bib for your dog if you'd like!
Our annual 5K is a wonderful opportunity to be active with your whole family, including your dogs. We encourage you to dress up in your favorite Halloween costume and enjoy this award-winning event!
