Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Surrender an Animal?

If you need to surrender your animal to the APCSM, please click here.

Where Can I Receive Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Services?

  • Animal Rescue League’s Spay Waggin’. The Spay Waggin’ provides high-quality, affordable spay/neuter services to animals in need on Cape Cod and the South Shore. To learn more or schedule an appointment, visit their website here: https://www.arlboston.org/services/spay-waggin/

  • Feral Advocates & Cat Trappers (FACT) offer low-cost spay neuter services for cats. To learn of upcoming clinics, visit their Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/FactTheClinic/

  • MSPCA, *Brockton Cat Owners: Pick up and drop off opportunity for Brockton residents only on certain Wednesdays at the APCSM. If you would like to apply to drop off/pick up your cat at APCSM in Brockton, please fill out this application: Apply Now for Brockton Cat Spay-Neuter. You will be required to provide proof of residency.

Why is the APCSM Open By Appointment Only?

The APCSM operates by appointment-only for adoption and surrender. We have found scheduling adoption appointments has several benefits including:

  • Reduced stress: The decreased amount of visitors walking through the facility has increased the quality of life for our animals, especially our population of harder-to-place animals. The comfort of our animals is top priority and we strive to reduce kennel stress at all costs.

  • Better matchmaking: Our adoption staff has been able to make thoughtful matches for animals by speaking with potential adopters in advance about their lifestyle, including what they are hoping for in a pet while considering an animal’s medical and behavioral needs.

  • Increased adoption rates: In addition to more adoptions, we’ve seen a decrease in return rates as well. That’s a win-win!

To visit our adoption center: We have recently opened to visitors on Thursdays from 1-4pm. Please also join us during our Open House events. All upcoming open house dates will be listed on our Event page.

How Do I Adopt an Animal from the APCSM?

If you interested in one of our available animals, The first step is to complete an adoption application here. Your application will be automatically sent to our adoptions team. Once your application is reviewed and approved, a staff member will contact you to set up a meet-and-greet appointment with the animal you are interested in. We are always updating our site when we receive new arrivals!

If you have any additional questions, please email our team at info@apcsm.org

What are the best ways to support the APCSM?

The APCSM does not receive any state or federal funding, and relies solely on the generosity of our community. Visit our Donation Page to see how you can make an impact on animals in need.