We are open daily from 11am to 4pm.
Adoptions: Appointments are preferred, but not required. Walk-Ins are welcome.
Surrenders: Appointments Required
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Upcoming Events
$5,000 Cash Raffle
Benefitting the Animal Rescue League of NH
September 1st - September 30th, 2026
It's Cash Raffle time! Purchase a ticket for a 1 in 200 chance of winning $5,000 and help pets in your community!
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Tickets will be sold between September 1st and September 30th or until a maximum of 200 tickets are sold. Tickets are $100 each (you can purchase as many as you want!) and proceeds benefit the Animal Rescue League of NH.
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The winning ticket will be drawn live on Facebook at 2 pm on September 30th, 2026 (the raffle closes at 12PM on September 30th or as soon as all 200 tickets have sold). You must be 16 years or older to purchase a ticket. The winner will be notified directly and the winning ticket number will be posted on our website.
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It’s Raining Cats & Dogs! With a nor’easter headed our way, we’re making it rain $5 off! Get your $100 Cash Raffle ticket for just $95 while tickets last.
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Paw Prints
Can Release Party
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Join us at Great North Aleworks on Saturday, September 26 for the Paw Prints Can Release and Label Reveal!
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This year’s Paw Prints Label Contest was our biggest yet, raising more than $49,200 for the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire!
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The celebration will feature the release of Paw Prints Blond Ale, available on tap and in 4-packs to-go. Great North Aleworks will make a donation to the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire for every pint and 4-pack of Paw Prints sold.
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We can’t wait to celebrate with you and raise a glass to another record-breaking year of supporting pets in need!
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Rain Date: Sunday, Sunday, October 4th, 2026
Location: 1050 Holt Ave #14, Manchester, NH
Paws & Poses
Yoga with the Animals
Wednesday, October 14th, 2026
On October 14, 2026 from 5-6 PM, join us at the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire (ARLNH) 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.
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Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, our instructor will guide you through each pose, with adjustments to suit all participants. Please bring your own yoga block and props if needed. Don't worry if you don't have a mat – we'll provide one for you!
Thank you to The Yoga and Fitness Loft for partnering with the Animal Rescue League of NH to make this event possible!
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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!
Paint A Pet Night
Welcome Paws Workshop
Friday, October 30th, 2026
The Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire (ARLNH) is teaming up with Bold Fox Design Studio for a festive craft workshop on Friday, October 30th! Perfect for all experience levels, ages 14+, this hands-on workshop will teach you the basics of painting and decoupage while giving you the chance to create a one-of-a-kind piece of wooden wall art inspired by your pet.
Attendees will choose a multi-layered 12" dog or cat Welcome Paws wooden design and customize it to resemble their pet. Bold Fox Design Studio will guide you through the process, so no previous experience is needed. There will be a mixture of techniques available, including painting and decoupage. Tickets are $45 and include one Welcome Paws and a ticket for an ARLNH pet raffle basket.
Come get creative, celebrate the season, and enjoy a fun evening while supporting the animals cared for by ARLNH. Sign up now - spots are limited!
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Saturday, November 7th, 2026
Pets and the Afterlife
with Rob Gutro
Join Rob Gutro, award-winning and best-selling author and pet medium, on Saturday, November 7th from 11 am to 12 pm for an event to benefit the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire.
Rob will teach you how your spirit pets are sending you signs from the afterlife. Based on his best-selling Pets and the Afterlife series (books 1,2,3, and 4).
Rob will also be joined by his friend Kevin, who will share his story about his amazing dog, Pupeye, and the signs he has sent.
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.
Pet Rock Adoption Event
Craft & Story Hour
Monday, November 23rd, 2026
In honor of the holiday season, kids can come decorate their very own pet rock to "adopt," learn about pet adoption, and how to meet our unique pet's needs! Join us at the Animal Rescue League of NH on November 23rd from 1 pm-2:30 pm. Children will get a chance to choose one rock to decorate and adopt. Other activities include an animal-themed story read by one of our Humane Educators, carrier decorating and your child’s very own adoption certificate! You won’t want to miss this chance to get creative and have some fun for the holidays!
Registration is $15.00 per child. This event is designed for ages 6 years and older.
Pawsitive Helpers
Hands-on Humane Education Learning Event
Saturday, November 28th, 2026
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!
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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. We are excited to provide this learning experience to teach compassion and animal responsibility to youth in our community. Spots are limited, so register early!
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The session will run from 9 am-12 pm. This program is open to children aged 9-13 years. Registration fees directly benefit the animals at ARLNH and helps us continue to offer fun and educational programs!