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Providence Animal Center (PAC) and Francisvale Home for Smaller Animals are pleased to announce they have affiliated. Both 100-plus-year-old organizations located in Delaware County, PAC and Francisvale will be collaborating to increase their impact, saving the lives of more animals and providing new and expanded services to the people who care for them.
In the spring of 2022, Francisvale reached out to PAC’s board for guidance, and after researching potential local partners, they concluded that PAC was the ideal organization to approach. PAC’s board entered into a confidential exploration phase of discussion, and during that time, PAC’s board learned everything possible about Francisvale’s history, mission, property and more. Ultimately, it was determined that the ideal arrangement would be an affiliation, where PAC becomes the parent organization, and Francisvale becomes a subsidiary, retaining its name, identity and historic grounds, surrounded by pet memorials.
A second campus allows PAC to expand its presence and programs as well as the capacity to care for more animals. Francisvale’s 21 dog kennels will provide PAC with 70 total kennels.
PAC’s mission is to offer exceptional, affordable and life-affirming rescue, adoption, medical care and training of companion animals and serve as a community resource that inspires others to embrace the human-animal bond. Moving to an affiliation with Francisvale is an important way PAC can expand its reach and honor the commitment to that mission.
As the implementation progresses and a few repairs on the Francisvale property, in Radnor, are completed, more information about this exciting affiliation will be shared.
Why, hello there! My name is Burkin and it’s soooo nice to meet you! I am a part of the adoptable dog crew at Providence Animal Center, in Media, where I’m patiently waiting for my forever family… could that be you?!
I am about 2-years-old and 50 pounds of pure energy and love. All of my friends at #PAC love me because I am both goofy and sweet! I get the “zoomies” A LOT and love to wrestle it out with my other doggy friends at #PAC. I have the potential to be your cuddle buddy for life and also your favorite adventure pal. While these pictures show off my good looks, I’d love the chance to get to show you how much fun I am in person! Stop by #PAC to meet me soon – you won’t regret it!
Booty Wiggles & Ear Flops,Burkin
Hi! I'm Tanner! I'm a handsome young adult fella who is patiently waiting for my forever family to walk through the adoption center doors at Providence Animal Center, in Media! I'm originally from the Sunshine State, and I brought a whole lot of it with me! I make everyone smile with my silly antics, and I'm sure to make an amazing addition to one lucky family. My friends all say that I am funny, active and super smart! I already know a ton of cool tricks, like “sit”, “give paw” and “lay down”, and I can’t wait to continue to show off my smarts in my forever home. If you’re interested in meeting me, head into Providence Animal Center soon! No appointment necessary. I truly am the packaged deal – I am up-to-date on his vaccines, neutered, and microchipped.
St. Pitty’s Day Bar(k) Crawl: Join Providence Animal Center in celebrating their block-headed friends on Saturday, March 11th, from 11am-7pm! Bars along State Street in Media will be participating with a dog-themed drink special, as well as a percentage giveback to anyone who mentions Providence Animal Center! Learn more about how you can join in on the fun at ProvidenceAC.org/StPittys!
We adopted him from Providence last November 2022. We call him Mikey and he is very intelligent. He tells us when he needs to go out; needs water; time to eat and bed time (of course he sleeps in bed with us). Listens well and plays with all his toys. His favorite toy is a stuffed lamb that squeaks. He loves to go out back in our fenced in yard. Loves being brushed and sitting for hours at the front screen door on nice days…He is the perfect dog for us and we love him very much.”
Oh, hi there! My name is Tortellini and it’s so great to meet you! I am patiently waiting for my forever family to walk through the adoption center doors at Providence Animal Center – could that family be yours?!
I am approximately 3 months old and a strong 16 pounds of playful, puppy energy! I love greeting new people with a wiggly bum and my super handsome airplane ears! I really enjoy rolling around in the yard and my foster parents say I am a world class cuddle buddy! I do like to keep all the love to myself, so I would really enjoy being the only noodle in your home. I know I’m going to be an awesome addition to one lucky family. My life is full of pasta-bilities and the pest-o is yet to come!
If you’re interested in meeting me, head to Providence Animal Center – so I can prove I’m the ravi-only one you need. I can’t wait to meet you & and make you fall in love with me.
Nose Boops & Ear Wiggles,Tortellini
Hi! I'm Destiny! I'm a gorgeous tortoiseshell cat who is patiently waiting for my purr-fect match at Providence Animal Center! I'm a sweet lady that my friends here at PAC describe as relaxed, friendly and low-key! I am sure to make an amazing companion to a family with a very comfortable couch for me to lounge on! I have been caught hard at work “making biscuits”, and love to dive into your hand for gentle head pets.
If you’re interested in meeting me, head in to Providence Animal Center soon! I truly am the packaged deal – I am spayed, microchipped, litterbox trained, and up-to-date on vaccinations. Can’t adopt, but interested in supporting pets like me? Make a donation from their Wish List, which you can view at ProvidenceAC.org/Wishlist!
My experience with Providence has been fantastic thus far. Truffle's been doing awesome getting adjusted to his new home, and has been so well behaved! Thanks so much for helping bring this guy into my life!”
Oh, hey there! My name is Bentley, and I joined the adoptable kitty crew at Providence Animal Center through their affiliate shelter Francisvale. (Don’t worry, all cats were harnessed in the making of these photos 😉.) I have been living it up with my paw-some foster parents. They’ve made sure I’ve been on a strict diet and routine to help me with a few aspects of my life. Clearly, I want to work on my beach body. I was diagnosed with Diabetes a few years ago. Thanks to routine and dietary changes, I’ve gone into remission and have been insulin-free for 2.5 months! Isn’t that cat-tastic?! It means I no longer require daily medication. I am approximately 11 years old and 11 pounds of handsomeness. I absolutely love to be around people; in fact, they’re my favorite, but I also get along with other kitty friends. I love head-butting, making biscuits and getting good chin scratches. If you looked up the definition of “lap cat,” you would find a picture of me. If you’re looking for a couch potato companion who will constantly surprise you and keep you smiling, I’m the guy for you! It’s the purr-fect time to add a feline to your family – so make an appointment to come and meet me through ProvidenceAC.org/Pets/Bentley. BTW, someone loves me so much, they’ve sponsored my adoption fee!
Purrs & Biscuits,
Bentley
Hi! I'm Leonardo! I'm a sweet little brindle puppy who is patiently waiting to meet my forever family at Providence Animal Center, in Media! I love to meet new people, playing with my puppy friends and getting attention! Since I'm still so young, I've got plenty of room to grow – physically and mentally! I'll benefit from a home with routine, and a family with the time and patience to teach me new things every single day.
If you’re interested in adding the sweetest boy to your family, head to Providence Animal Center soon to meet me! No appointment necessary. I truly am the packaged deal – I am up-to-date on vaccines, neutered, and microchipped.
Did you know Providence Animal Center offers low-cost behavior services? Sign your puppy or adult dog up for one of their upcoming classes at ProvidenceAC.org/Training!
Larry is now Newman! He's very attached and will not let me out of his sight…He is wonderful though, and acts like a puppy! He gets the zoomies, he was afraid of my shadow at night, he started to growl at something on the 2nd fl, so I took him over to investigate. It was my image in the windows! Lol So, I tried a mirror when we got inside, and he was trying to look for himself behind the mirror. He is very friendly to everyone we meet. He's totally housetrained, and already knows when he should be fed. I wanted an emotional support animal, and will be signing up for training classes – who knows? He's doesn't scare easily (Blender, vacuumn & pot dropping didn't phase him). He loves his toys and picked one out at Petsmart. He's already learning to navigate with wheelchairs being around him. I was told he would not wear clothes but he does love his wool jacket – the type that velcros under his belly. So, here is Newman in his booster seat riding in my car!”
Oh, hi there! My name is Larry and it’s so delightful to meet you! I am patiently waiting for my forever family to walk through the adoption center doors at Providence Animal Center – could that family be yours?!
I am approximately 9 years young and 21 pounds of sweetness. I enjoy greeting new people with a tail wag and a hug! I enjoy brisk walks outdoors, adventures in the car and getting tons of love and attention from people like you! While I’m a new arrival at PAC, and my friends are still getting to know me, I just know I’m going to be an amazing companion to one lucky family!If you’re interested in meeting me, head to Providence Animal Center soon! Now through Sunday, February 12th, all adult dog adoption fees are $57 in honor of the Super Bowl. That includes ME! Yippee! I just can’t wait to meet you & fall in love.
Tail wags,
Larry
Hi there! I'm Dusty! I'm a handsome grey adult cat who is patiently waiting for my purr-fect match at Providence Animal Center, in Media! I'm a dapper fella who loves to lounge in comfortable places, like a cat hammock, where I can dream about moving into my forever home. I love gentle pets and attention, and will greet you sweetly with a headbutt! If you’re looking for a relaxed companion, who is often getting comfortable on a lap, then I could be your next best friend!
Head to Providence Animal Center soon to meet me, and give me a loving home for all my days. Someone loves me so much that they sponsored my adoption! That means my adoption fee is waived to the right home for him! I truly am the packaged deal – I am neutered, microchipped, litterbox trained, and up-to-date on vaccinations.
Can’t adopt, but interested in supporting pets like me? Make a donation from their Wish List, which you can view at ProvidenceAC.org/Wishlist!
Rudy is now Remy and all is well!! She is a sweet potato and a quick learner. One cat is very fond of Remy And the other is come around. She is a cuddle bug and we are learning a lot about one another.”
Hey ya’ll! My name is Bowie, and I am so excited to meet you! I’m an energetic young adult who came all the way from Georgia. After such a long journey, I’m looking forward to calling a loving home my forever – do you think that could be with you? I’ve been dreaming of my adoption day, so let me tell you a little about myself – in case you think you can help me make my dream come true:
I am around 10 months old and 42 pounds of pure joy! I love bouncy balls and toys that make my mind work – like KONGs or “snufflemats.” I love to go on hikes and long walks. If you have an active lifestyle, I definitely want to be a part of it. I have met some other doggy friends, and I could definitely see myself enjoying doggy play dates or even another doggy sibling. I hope you come in to meet me soon – I can’t wait to go on my new forever adventure with you!
Nose Boops & Tail Wags,
Bowie
P.S. PAC’s Underdog Adoption Special is BACK! Now through the Big Game, all adult dog adoption fees are just $57 in honor of the Eagles in Super Bowl LVII! #GoBirds
Hi!! I'm Hermes! As you can see, I'm a gorgeous young adult fella, with one blue eye and one brown eye, and I recently joined the adoptable dog crew at Providence Animal Center, in Media, from an overcrowded shelter in Arkansas! I'm a southern gentleman who is ready for an active forever home, where I'll get mental and physical enrichment every day. I love to get attention from my human friends at PAC, and I'm sure to be an amazing companion to any family! My favorite things include playing with toys, walks outside, and meeting new people!
If you’re interested in adding 49 pounds of handsomeness to your family, be sure to head to Providence Animal Center soon to meet me! No appointment necessary. I truly am the packaged deal – I am up-to-date on his vaccines, neutered, and microchipped.
Underdog Adoption Special: In honor of Superbowl LVII, all adult dog adoption fees are $57 at Providence Animal Center, starting Thursday, February 2nd through Sunday, February 12th! Every puppy adopter who wears Eagles flair will receive 10% off their adoption fee in honor of underdogs everywhere!