Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center

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Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center TJO provides animal control services for Springfield, Holyoke, and Chicopee Massachusetts. We respond to 3,000-4,000 animal-related calls annually.

Our staff and facility provide animal control services to three area cities -- Springfield, Chicopee and Holyoke. We are one of the largest regional animal control programs in the state. It is our goal to make this region a model for other animal control services. We provide temporary housing for over 4,000 stray and abandoned animals each year. We also provide 10-day rabies quarantine housing for unvaccinated animals that have bitten either humans or other domestic animals. Our primary service is that of public health and safety. We are well-versed in rabies and zoonotic disease issues for the safety of our citizens. We respond to animal-related calls 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. Each TJO animal control officer is certified by the state of Massachusetts. All stray dogs are mandated by Massachusetts state law to be held for 7 days. In Massachusetts, there is no required holding period for cats. If unclaimed, animals are evaluated for both health and temperament prior to being made available for adoption. Dogs are evaluated more thoroughly for temperament to help ensure they will be safe, enjoyable companions. The facility has an in-house veterinarian four days per week, responsible for shelter animal wellness and sterilization surgery. We do not have veterinary services available to the public.

These animals have come into TJO over the past few days. We are hoping to get in touch with their owners. They are under...
10/20/2026

These animals have come into TJO over the past few days. We are hoping to get in touch with their owners. They are under our care and not currently available for foster or adoption. Animals available for adoption are listed on our website. The website is current and up to date. If you recognize an animal in this post, please call 413-781-1484. To view adoptable pets, please visit our website: www.tjoconnoradoptioncenter.com

Estos animales han llegado a TJO en los últimos días. Esperamos ponernos en contacto con sus dueños. En este momento no están disponibles para ser adoptados. Los animales disponibles para adopción están en nuestro web site. La informacion en nuestro web site es actualizada frecuentemente. Si usted reconoce un animal en esta publicacion favor de llamar al 413-781-1484. Las mascotas para adopcion estan disponibles en nuestro website: www.tjoconnoradoptioncenter.com

This male dog was found at Appleseed Park on Hancock Street in Springfield. He has an injury and is currently at the eme...
10/17/2026

This male dog was found at Appleseed Park on Hancock Street in Springfield. He has an injury and is currently at the emergency hospital for evaluation and treatment. If you recognize him, please contact us at 413-781-1484 X2.

🛑 This female dog needs her people as soon as possible. She was found last night in Van Horn park and is currently at TJ...
10/17/2026

🛑 This female dog needs her people as soon as possible. She was found last night in Van Horn park and is currently at TJO. She does not have a microchip.

If you recognize her please call 413-781-1484.

If you are her family and you are unable to take her back for any reason, please call us so that we can know her real name and a little bit about her.

Thank you all for sharing and for helping to maintain a judgment free zone so that we can better help people and their animals.

Did you know dogs can resource-guard more than food and toys? Dogs can resource-guard furniture, locations, people, cani...
10/15/2026

Did you know dogs can resource-guard more than food and toys? Dogs can resource-guard furniture, locations, people, canine buddies, and anything else they deem valuable. Interested in learning more while volunteering with dogs? Please view the volunteer page for a full overview and follow the link to the Welcome Session materials where you’ll find next steps (for all roles), and a signup link for next week’s training on Thursday, 10/22. Volunteers must be 18+ and able to work independently. Hope to see you there!

Volunteer
www.tjoconnoradoptioncenter.com/volunteer

Hi all - Tippy would like to show you the empty shelf behind her, and let you know we are getting low on wet dog & cat f...
10/09/2026

Hi all - Tippy would like to show you the empty shelf behind her, and let you know we are getting low on wet dog & cat food, as well as hot dogs and spray cheese! Tippy is a sweet girl who is also available for adoption (link for Tippy below). Wet food can be ordered from Amazon, or food, spray cheese and hot dogs can be ordered from a store of your choice and dropped off/delivered to 627 Cottage St, Springfield MA 01104. Tippy and our team thank you!!

Wet Dog & Food (no fish cat food please)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/13WZ94VB5J8JN?ref_=wl_share

Tippy!
https://24Petconnect.com/DetailsMain/SFTJ/A066761

These animals have come into TJO over the past few days. We are hoping to get in touch with their owners. They are under...
10/09/2026

These animals have come into TJO over the past few days. We are hoping to get in touch with their owners. They are under our care and not currently available for foster or adoption. Animals available for adoption are listed on our website. The website is current and up to date. If you recognize an animal in this post, please call 413-781-1484. To view adoptable pets, please visit our website: www.tjoconnoradoptioncenter.com

Estos animales han llegado a TJO en los últimos días. Esperamos ponernos en contacto con sus dueños. En este momento no están disponibles para ser adoptados. Los animales disponibles para adopción están en nuestro web site. La informacion en nuestro web site es actualizada frecuentemente. Si usted reconoce un animal en esta publicacion favor de llamar al 413-781-1484. Las mascotas para adopcion estan disponibles en nuestro website www.tjoconnoradoptioncenter.com

It's October, and that means HOCKEY SEASON has officially begun!!! Join the Foundation for TJO Animals for a tail-waggin...
10/09/2026

It's October, and that means HOCKEY SEASON has officially begun!!!

Join the Foundation for TJO Animals for a tail-wagging good time as the Springfield Thunderbirds host their annual Pucks N’ Paws night, presented by Pet Supplies Plus. That means the pups are taking over the rink! Grab your paw tickets and head over to the MassMutual Center on November 1st as the T-Birds take on the Hartford Wolf Pack for an afternoon of hockey, dogs, and family fun, all in support of the Foundation for TJO Animals. Puck drops at 3:05pm! 🐾🏒
Tickets: https://springfieldthunderbirds.com/

Address

627 Cottage Street
Springfield, MA
01104

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 3:30pm
Tuesday 12pm - 3:30pm
Thursday 12pm - 3:30pm
Friday 12pm - 3:30pm

Telephone

+14137811484

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