The Ark Pope Memorial Animal Shelter
The Ark
Free, no cost Walk-in welcome
Animal shelter serving Hancock and Washington counties. Free pet food pantry, low-cost spay/neuter vouchers for income-eligible residents, and emergency vet financial assistance.
Who can use this?
Pet food pantry open to all. Spay/neuter vouchers for income-eligible Washington and Hancock County residents.
About this resource
The Ark Pope Memorial Animal Shelter serves Washington and Hancock counties with adoptions, a free pet food pantry, low-cost spay/neuter vouchers through the Stitch in Time program, and small emergency vet grants.
Services offered
- Dog and cat adoption
- Free pet food pantry
- Stitch in Time spay/neuter voucher program
- Emergency vet financial assistance (up to ~50)
- Foster programs
- Community outreach
What to expect
Visit during posted hours for adoptions or to pick up pet food. Call to ask about spay/neuter vouchers or emergency vet assistance.
What to bring
Proof of income for spay/neuter voucher eligibility. Nothing needed for pet food pantry.