Dakin Humane Society
Springfield, MA
At a glance
- Facility type
- Shelter Rescue
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Hospital
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Appointment
- 24/7 care
- No
- Accepting new patients
- Yes
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Dakin Humane Society is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, and spay/neuter services to more than 20,000 animals each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in Western Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare
Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in Western Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare
Mission — Dakin Humane Society delivers effective, innovative services that improve the lives of animals in need and the people who care about them
Care capabilities
- End-of-life care
- In Clinic
Team at a glance
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Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Adoption Center: Tuesday - Saturday 12:30pm - 3:00pm; Community Spay/Neuter Clinic: Tuesday-Friday 8:00am - 3:30pm; Pet Health Center: by appointment
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Frequently asked
Is Dakin Humane Society accepting new patients?+
Yes — Dakin Humane Society is currently accepting new patients.
What services does Dakin Humane Society offer?+
Dakin Humane Society offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, End Of Life.
When was Dakin Humane Society established?+
Dakin Humane Society has served the Springfield, MA community since 1969.
What reviewers say
This animal welfare organization and low-cost veterinary clinic provides compassionate adoption services, affordable spay and neuter procedures, and wellness care. The facility is consistently described as clean, well-organized, and welcoming, staffed by dedicated professionals and volunteers who handle pets with care. While high demand can lead to busy periods and occasional communication hurdles, the team is widely valued for offering accessible, budget-friendly medical and adoption solutions to the community.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.