Animal Protective Foundation

4.4 (433)

53 Maple Ave, Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 374-3944
animalprotective.org

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  • Wheelchair accessible entrance

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Rusty

2024-05

Got a boxerbully, 2 years of age, friendliest dog id ever had, healthy (they did all the shots and everything), staff was helpful. Took him home that same day. Don't give breeders your business. Plenty of other animals are still waiting. If the staff is reading this, Po is doing fine.

Yvette Giovanni

2024-05

They do.Amazing work and they really care about the work. They do both medically and training wise. The classes are a godsend to adopters everywhere, along with the affordable and neutering services.

Cheryl MacNEIL

2024-04

We went there to see what cats might be up for adoption. The one we chose wasn’t available but they recommended his brother. We have been smitten since he entered our lives.

A G

2024-01

I first adopted a dog from here almost 30 years ago when I was little. And now here I am as an adult, and I just brought home the two of the most adorable little girl kittens you've ever seen. When my cats Bella and Camilla passed away last year, I donated all of our supplies to this wonderful facility. This place is immaculate. The cages are very clean, and the animals are extremely happy and very well taken care of. The staff here are by far some of the most compassionate people you'll ever meet. I highly recommend you adopt from the APF. You will not be disappointed!

Bill

2024-04

Absolutely disgraceful. Gave my dog Leo away without telling me I had 5 days to get him or he was going up for adoption. I spoke to them to find out what was needed and had to contact my ex for the liscense. I was told it was $75 a day while he was there but was never told I had to get him by a certain day or he was going up for adoption. Now Debbie is lying to me saying she did tell me! I would have left work IMMEDIATELY has she said that! Now I have to explain to my 3 young children that our dog of 5 years is never coming home. This is literally insane. If you are reading this na d adopted my black cocapoo Leo, please find it in your heart to give us our dog back. My 4, 10 and 15 year old will be devastated as I am. The lack of even sympathy was absolutely astounding. Blatant LIES and zero remorse. This is obviously a business and nothing else. All about the money. ZERO integrity and full of lies.

Laurie Brown

2024-02

Went to make a memorial contribution. Was strong and did not visit the animals. Did get my senior cat stairs though from the gift shop. Always remember adopt don't shop. Too many homeless animals.

G Pisano

2022-05

After 15 years I lost my fur baby (AmStaff) AvaMaria. 🌸I miss her every day.That being said I have a lot of love to give and a good home with a huge fenced in backyard ….so I decided to check the shelters for a dog that needed a home. I saw this beautiful photo of Titan! I immediately wanted to meet him! I set up an appointment. The staff was incredibly caring and I could tell they all had a soft spot in their heart for him. I was so lucky, so fortunate to be able to bring him home that day. I did change his name to Ezra and he has been by my side doing wonderfully ever since.I have two cats he was very sweet and caring when meeting them and became good buddies with one of them but my female cat still is a little cautious but every day there is progress lol.I just want to thank the good people who work so hard to give these animals love until they find their forever home. The work that you all do doesn’t go unnoticed. My two daughters came in from out of state due to a death in the family so they were able to meet their new brother. Below are just a few photos starting with our ride home from the shelter. We all just love him so very much❤️

Tiny Tim

2024-05

A wonderful place my both dogs Got neutered the staff are so sweet I was explained everything.Such a great place.Thank you.

Oktavia Cemerys

2021-05

I adopted Matcha (Lovebug) last year, in 2019. She is my best friend, my familiar, and my fur baby. We have formed such a loving relationship over the year! She loves to cuddle, play, explore and even walk on a leash! I'm glad I went here to adopt her. This included spaying and their shots, and I bought Matcha along with a kitty starter (litter box, toys and a pet bowl set) for around $100! This was honestly one of the best purchases in my life. You will be so happy stopping by and picking up your BFF. ❤

Joshua Porter

2024-05

They are rude, they will lie to you, they will threaten legal action against you if you bring them an animal that you found and is not yours but you want to make sure gets care. Place is full of SCUMBAGS that don't like people and don't care about animals.

Glen Farone

2023-12

I recently brought my male cat to be neutered and the APA did a very nice job. They were very organized, knowledgeable, professional and my cat seems to be doin well. Ty to all who work with these precious animals

J Hart

2023-11

Amazing staff. Everyone was so helpful and friendly. They were so gentle with my puppy and made sure she was well taken care of and comfortable. Highly recommend!

Emily Knudsen

2023-12

They are super professional and polite. They took great care of our boys. Got two cats neutered for $120 and you simply can’t beat that.

Colleen Edwards

2023-05

We took our mini Sheepadoodle to get neutered and everyone was great. Highly recommend this agency. Please donate

John Biskup

2024-04

Had my kitten neutered here. They did a great job.

Rudy Gabriele

2019-05

I never experienced, or found an organization that has so much COMPASSION, and offers so much CARE to the HUMAN KINGDOM, and all the BEAUTIFUL CREATURES, in the ANIMAL KINGDOM. Both Masi and our family were treated with such love, and support, and never once were we looked down upon, nor a condescending attitude with our needs for Masi. We are so HAPPY that we have a local APF in our community, that their policy, and approach is LOVE & CARE for the ANIMALS, and their OWNERS. GOD BLESS you Sheila, Britney, and entire Staff.(Britney you have such a COMPASSIONATE HEART, and TRULY TOUCH MY HEART, and COMFORT ME that day)Mr. & Mrs. Rudy Gabriele & FamilyMASIIN LOVING MEMORY5/11/03 - 11/9/18

Petra Holden

2019-05

This animal shelter has a hard-working set of staff, clean facilities, and a clear dedication to the animals they take care of. There is plenty of parking. Their website is always updated with the latest animals available for adoption. They have a large outdoor area where they exercise the dogs daily with volunteers.Adoptions are usually quick, though if you need an animal spayed or neutered it may take a week or more. You can also purchase small pet items like toys and leashes here. I would recommend this location as one of my many for finding your best friend 🤗

Gaby

2022-05

Staff were nice and helpful through the process of choosing an animal to bring home. Staff genuinely care about their animals and the space is super clean and each animal has their own space. Cats and dogs and smaller animals are kept in their own areas to avoid loud noise and so everyone has peace. I would come back here and would recommend them to someone looking for a furry friend.

HANS 618

2023-12

We got or son here and love him more and more everyday. Our son is a pit bull, best kid you could ever have.

Ilene Cromer (Ilene)

2024-02

Excellent, spotless no oders at all. Answered all my questions. Excellent care to all animals 😀 with love ❤️ 😍 💖 Thank you 😊

martin desantis

2024-03

I love this place the people are so nice and well educated, just made my third adoption from this location:-)

Brittany Keller

2023-06

They did a wonderful job with spaying my cat! I couldn't afford to get her spayed at the regular vet ($500+), so I made an appt with APF (around $200). I was super nervous, but everyone was so kind and caring and genuine! I'm so thankful to the APF, and I would highly recommend them to everyone.

Chad Rubin

2024-03

Had both our cats fixed here. Great people.

Robert Crawford

2021-05

Adopted a senior cat 5 weeks ago today after the loss of our beloved German shepherd in December. They were wonderful , responded immediately to our email, gave us her blankets, toys, etc. when we went to pick her up . Also answered subsequent questions on a phone call . Happy to have our Gracie with us

Alexandra Formel

2021-05

Phenomenal staff/services/space and fair pricing. I adopted Bonsai Baggins (gray polydactyl) and Juniper Poe (b&w) from there!

CJ

2023-05

I think these folks that work there love their jobs. The volunteers as well. Got a tuxedo kitten 9 wks old she is 4 months now. The staff still remembers her name. I got a great addition to my family. Only one bit of advise. Don't go in there thinking you have to bring home a pet. Go there trying bring home a friend. If not this time maybe the next visit you will bring one home.

Alicia Hunter

2022-05

Everyone nice.... clean place... they was really infro on the kittens... here my story: my dad wanted to go to the apf to look for a puppy for a friend... I was in the cat area saying hi to the cats... when it was time to go we pass a room with small cages... that when I saw her... Zoey and her brother Zack watching me with there green eyes ... and their was another orange kitten in a cage underneath them (oliver)he was sleeping... That when I yell at my dad ...LOOK DAD KITTY... he stop mid track ... dad told my that they might be to young to be adopted... before we left... I ask them about how much was it to adopt a kitten?then we left.i told my mom about the cats and kitten I saw... after about two hours I could not shake those green eyes out my head... so I told my mom I be right back... and I went back and adopted Zoey...and surprised my mom..

Blake

2022-05

Staff was very sweet and I've adopted three cats from them over the years. Marluxia, Xigbar, and now Dr Sullivan (MD).

Ashley D

2023-05

Such a great experience! I brought my 2 year old female cat to be spayed today. Sunday she started exhibiting troubling symptoms that concerned me as someone who has worked in vet med prior but she bounced back in less than 24 hours and considering that she is still young I thought I could be wrong so I decided to keep my appointment alongside having an appointment set up with a local vet just in case. My suspicions of what was going on ended up being correct but APF treated my cat regardless and I was so happy they didn’t turn her away even though a major complication arised. Pyometra is a major concern in unspayed females and this experience taught me that despite a cats age it’s still something that can happen! My cat never had noticeable symptoms up until Sunday and this was literally a life saving appointment. Thank you to all the staff who helped out i really couldn’t be more grateful. Also thank you to the woman who was doing intake/discharge! You answered all my questions and calmed me down in a moment of stress, it was so appreciated 💕

Anita Cutter

2021-05

I've had two animals fixed there and by far they are the best. Very compassionate about the animals and patient with the questions that I had. This was my boy pre OP.

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 12-4:30 PM
Wednesday 12-4:30 PM
Thursday 12-4:30 PM
Friday 12-4:30 PM
Saturday 12-4:30 PM
Sunday Closed

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