Business Details
We have been rescuing cats and dogs for over 50 years, building deep expertise in animal welfare. Our team includes experienced veterinarians, behaviorists, and dedicated volunteers who provide professional care. We have successfully rescued, healed, and rehomed over 33,500 pets, demonstrating a proven track record of success. Our facilities offer quality medical treatment, sanctuary, and rehabilitation tailored to each animal's needs. We operate with full transparency, sharing financial reports and outcomes to maintain trust with supporters. Our board of directors provides strong leadership, guiding strategic decisions that uphold the highest ethical standards.
We engage the community through events like the Bow Wow Meow Ball and Petco adoption days to raise awareness and funds. Volunteer programs empower individuals to contribute directly to animal care, expanding our impact. The LemonARF initiative exemplifies our innovative approach to funding a mobile adoption van for broader reach. We prioritize every animals wellbeing, ensuring they receive love, medical attention, and a chance at a loving home. Our commitment to client satisfaction drives us to match each pet with the perfect family, creating lasting bonds.
We engage the community through events like the Bow Wow Meow Ball and Petco adoption days to raise awareness and funds. Volunteer programs empower individuals to contribute directly to animal care, expanding our impact. The LemonARF initiative exemplifies our innovative approach to funding a mobile adoption van for broader reach. We prioritize every animals wellbeing, ensuring they receive love, medical attention, and a chance at a loving home. Our commitment to client satisfaction drives us to match each pet with the perfect family, creating lasting bonds.
Highlights and features
- We have rescued over 33,500 pets in 50 years.
- Our volunteers and donors fund every animals care and sanctuary.
- We provide full medical and behavioral assessments before adoption.
- Our team upholds the highest animal welfare and ethical standards.
- Our events raise funds directly supporting animal rescue and care.
Services
Animal Rescue
Our Animal Rescue service actively saves cats and dogs from abandonment, neglect, and dangerous situations across the Hamptons. We provide immediate medical attention, shelter, and rehabilitation to each rescued animal, preparing them for a healthy future. This lifesaving work gives vulnerable pets a second chance and supports our communitys compassion for animal welfare.
Pet Care
Our Pet Care service delivers comprehensive veterinary treatment, balanced nutrition, and daily enrichment for every animal in our facility. We employ licensed veterinarians and trained staff to monitor health, administer vaccinations, and manage special medical needs. This highstandard care ensures animals recover quickly, stay healthy, and become ready for adoption.
Sanctuary
Our Sanctuary service offers a safe, stressfree environment where cats and dogs can live while awaiting permanent homes. We provide comfortable housing, socialization opportunities, and individualized attention to reduce anxiety and promote wellbeing. This nurturing setting improves adoptability and gives each animal peace of mind during their transition.
Adoption Events
Our Adoption Events connect rescued animals with loving families through hosted gatherings such as the Bow Wow Meow Ball and Petco adoption days. We showcase each pets personality, provide meetandgreet opportunities, and facilitate sameday adoptions when possible. These events increase visibility, boost adoption rates, and strengthen community support for our mission.
Mobile Adoption Van
Our Mobile Adoption Van service brings adoptable pets directly to neighborhoods, increasing access for families who cannot visit the shelter. Funded by community initiatives like LemonARF, the van provides transport, veterinary checks, and onsite adoption counseling. This mobile approach expands our reach, reduces barriers to adoption, and saves more lives each year.
Reviews (6)
Rick Liverano
Mar 11, 2022
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If i were a sheltered animal this is the only place I would want to be. The staff is amazing. The level of care and concern are second to none. This place should be the prototype for all shelters and rescues.
Charles Cafferata
Feb 22, 2021
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Got our two fur babies here. The workers here are so amazing and helped us throughout the entire process. They are more expensive than North Shore, but care for their adoptees better and include chipping, vaccines, and spaying/neutering all in the price. I recommend this place all the time to friends. You will too.
Elizabeth Curtin
Nov 12, 2020
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We have adopted two dogs from Arf. It's a professional and discerning adoption center. They care a great deal for the animals as well as matching them with the right families. We had to bring our older dog in to meet the pup and they observed their interaction. I feel very confident in highly recommending Arf of the Hamptons.
Liz Perl
May 14, 2018
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We were looking for a male dog as one of our beloved dogs had passed earlier in the year. Arf had so many wonderful dogs and I was nervous about being able to choose just one (necessary!) and the right one. Arf team member Diane helped us find Vic (aka Beaumont while at Arf), a Glorious Texas hurricane refugee. We brought our miniature Schnauzer to Arf so the family could meet Vic. We fell in love and he bacame a member of our family in November.
He is amazingly smart, Loves all dogs and people and has settled in beautifully. A friend gave us a DNA test for Christmas and we learned that Vic is 50% American Staffordshire Terrier (Pitt), Miniature Poodle, Chow Chow and the rest unknown. He is 100% Fabulous! Can't recommend Arf, Diane and the team at Arf enough!
He is amazingly smart, Loves all dogs and people and has settled in beautifully. A friend gave us a DNA test for Christmas and we learned that Vic is 50% American Staffordshire Terrier (Pitt), Miniature Poodle, Chow Chow and the rest unknown. He is 100% Fabulous! Can't recommend Arf, Diane and the team at Arf enough!
Light Of Serenity
Feb 07, 2018
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This is such an amazing and caring shelter with staff that truly care for all of the animals well being. My boyfriend and I have been looking to adopt a dog friendly cat and on a recommendation from staff member Jenny, she mentioned "Brick". When we arrived at the shelter we were greeted by Jessica who was so sweet, knowledgeable, caring and looking out for our best interest! She answered all our questions and answered honestly about which cats would fit our home and my dog's needs.
Brick seemed perfect and we were able to spend tons of time with him before making the decision to take him home. Ever since he has been home with us, he's been an amazing addition and companion for my loveable pup Baxter and the rest of my family! I cannot thank everyone at ARF enough for rescuing this amazing cat and all the other work you do
Brick seemed perfect and we were able to spend tons of time with him before making the decision to take him home. Ever since he has been home with us, he's been an amazing addition and companion for my loveable pup Baxter and the rest of my family! I cannot thank everyone at ARF enough for rescuing this amazing cat and all the other work you do
Alvin Hollander
Jan 10, 2018
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A wonderful resource in our community. Friendly people and adorable animals have made every visit terrific. Most recently, my family adopted two kitties (a sister/brother combo), who were so irrisistible we had to have them both (Beautiful Russian Blues). The staff helped my wife, son and I, have a safe, happy adoption experience, and were available for follow-up concerns on the phone. I couldn't be happier with our new kitties, and the wonderful friends I made at ARF.
