People for Animals League

We had an absolutely wonderful experience with People for Animals League in Spencer. Founded in 1989, this nonprofit truly goes above and beyond for animals in need. The cat shelter is beautiful — large, thoughtfully designed, and filled with cozy living spaces, climbing areas, and quiet nooks that make the cats and kittens feel safe and comfortable. It’s one of the most impressive and well-maintained shelters we’ve seen. Sandy is incredible. She has such a big heart and works tirelessly to ensure every cat is placed in a safe, loving, and appropriate home. The adoption process was thorough — we completed an application and met with both the animals and Sandy before approval — and we genuinely appreciated how intentional and responsible the process was. It gave us confidence that she tru

Filled out an application and received 2 phone calls to discuss adopting a pair of kittens. The last call was from the owner Sandy who alleged that she was going on vacation for a week so would call me when she returns to setup a meeting. The week passed and I heard nothing. Waited a few days and left a voicemail (on the shelter business number and the number she had called on which I believe is a home phone) and also wrote an email. Here it is 10 days later and not a word. Also, the two cats I wanted are still showing on the website (but they may have colds), and the two others they wanted to set me up to adopt are off the website (???). Very sad as my kids were super enthusiastic about getting new kittens.

Beautiful shelter for cats with ability to hang out in a screened porch. Sandy matched us up with a wonderful cat who fit purrfectly into our family. Took a couple of weeks to get back to us originally, but they are all volunteer so be patient. Well worth the wait. Paul & Lisa

I called and emailed inquiring about a kitten. I received a call 2 days later informing me that someone else was interested in the same kitten so we discussed other kittens that were still available and I stated I would definitely be interested in the other kitties in another foster home. She told me she would call me back but its been 5 days and I haven't heard a word so we found another kitten that needed a home. I guess in the end we saved a kitten but a call back would have been nice.

This is a wonderful shelter where the cats were treated with the utmost love and affection. Sandy was wonderful . . . she knew which cats would be a good fit for our family of four, so when we went to visit, we knew which cats to interact with more. As soon as we arrived, the cutest little black and white kitty greeted us so sweetly, purring and rubbing against out legs. We were in love! The shelter itself is very clean and so comfortable for the cats . . . a true kitty oasis! Also, the cost to adopt is much lower than surrounding shelters. We could not be happier with Charlotte (formerly known as Meisha). She is the perfect fit for our family! Can't recommend this place enough!