Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center

Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center TJO provides animal control services for Springfield, Holyoke, and Chicopee Massachusetts. We respond to 3,000-4,000 animal-related calls annually.

Our staff and facility provide animal control services to three area cities -- Springfield, Chicopee and Holyoke. We are one of the largest regional animal control programs in the state. It is our goal to make this region a model for other animal control services. We provide temporary housing for over 4,000 stray and abandoned animals each year. We also provide 10-day rabies quarantine housing for

unvaccinated animals that have bitten either humans or other domestic animals. Our primary service is that of public health and safety. We are well-versed in rabies and zoonotic disease issues for the safety of our citizens. We respond to animal-related calls 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. Each TJO animal control officer is certified by the state of Massachusetts. All stray dogs are mandated by Massachusetts state law to be held for 7 days. In Massachusetts, there is no required holding period for cats. If unclaimed, animals are evaluated for both health and temperament prior to being made available for adoption. Dogs are evaluated more thoroughly for temperament to help ensure they will be safe, enjoyable companions. The facility has an in-house veterinarian four days per week, responsible for shelter animal wellness and sterilization surgery. We do not have veterinary services available to the public.

These animals have come into TJO over the past few days. We are hoping to get in touch with their owners. They are under...
06/17/2026

These animals have come into TJO over the past few days. We are hoping to get in touch with their owners. They are under our care and not currently available for foster or adoption. Animals available for adoption are listed on our website. The website is current and up to date.

If you recognize an animal in this post please call 413-781-1484.
Please remember that we are operating by appointment only for all services and appointments are made by calling 413-781-1484 x2.

Estos animales han llegado a TJO en los últimos días. Esperamos ponernos en contacto con sus dueños. En este momento no están disponibles para ser adoptados. Los animales disponibles para adopción están en nuestro web site. La informacion en nuestro web site es actualizada frecuentemente.

Si usted reconoce un animal en esta publicacion favor de llamar al 413-781-1484, recuerde que estamos operando con cita previa para todos los servicios, para citas favor de llamar al 413-781-1484 x2.

Hi all - we are hoping to find the owners of this very sick pup who is possibly from Holyoke. If you know the owner/s or...
06/16/2026

Hi all - we are hoping to find the owners of this very sick pup who is possibly from Holyoke. If you know the owner/s or have any information, please call 413-781-1484 xt 1

Thank you!

🎉🐾 Register for the 10th Anniversary of Pets Rock! 🐾🎉The Foundation for TJO Animals celebrating a decade of making a dif...
06/11/2026

🎉🐾 Register for the 10th Anniversary of Pets Rock! 🐾🎉
The Foundation for TJO Animals celebrating a decade of making a difference, and you’re invited to rock out with us! Get ready for an amazing day featuring live music from Project 267, Tough Customer, and The Berkshires, with Pat Kelly from Rock 102.1 as our emcee! 🎤

🍔 Come hungry! There will be an awesome lineup of food trucks: Madd Eatz , Crave Food Truck, Sweet Treats 413, Citrus and Soiree, and Squirrel - A Dog Bistro. Enjoy local vendors, raffles, a cash bar, and the Foundation's fan favorite Booze Toss game!

🐶 Your pups are invited too!
HydroDog will be on-site offering washes and grooming, and our friends at Dogwalkers have a special raffle you won’t want to miss.

💛 Give back while you enjoy the concert: The Foundation will be collecting donations for the Reese Pet Food Initiative. Bring pet food (dog or cat, wet or dry, plus treats) and receive one raffle ticket for a chance to win the lottery basket door prize! (Limit one ticket per person, regardless of donation amount.)

There will be lots of shaded areas for dogs and their humans including a covered pavilion. Bring your own blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy the concert! 🐾💙 Full event details link in the comments.

**Dogs who are comfortable with the chaos of noise, people, and other dogs are welcome. Pups who attend should be on a leash at all times. No Flexi-leads** No coolers or outside alcohol permitted.

Hi all! We are starting to run low on wet dog & cat food and would really appreciate a boost to the supply, as well as s...
06/09/2026

Hi all! We are starting to run low on wet dog & cat food and would really appreciate a boost to the supply, as well as soft treats and spray cheese! Below are links to wishlists for convenience (no link for the cheese), but donations can be dropped off or shipped to: TJO, 627 Cottage St, Springfield MA 01104. Thank you for you continued support!

Wet Dog Food
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2T0RKTSGASWJO?ref_=wl_share

Cat Food (land animals only please, no fish)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2MMCJ6CNX2UE4?ref_=wl_share

Soft Treats
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/263GCBK46T7XI?ref_=wl_share

A reminder that TJO’s adoption center is open by appointment only on Saturdays.Today, Saturday June 6 our team is also w...
06/06/2026

A reminder that TJO’s adoption center is open by appointment only on Saturdays.

Today, Saturday June 6 our team is also working with limited staffing and focusing attention on caring for a very sick dog who needs intensive support. Our priority right now is ensuring this animal receives the best possible care.

We kindly ask that community members avoid visiting the facility today and refrain from ringing the front door buzzer. When the buzzer sounds staff must stop to tend to it, taking time away for caring for the animals.

Our animal control department is operating as normal, responding to calls from 7 am-10 pm and emergencies overnight. Animal control can be reached at 413-781-1484 x1.

Messages for the adoption center can be left at x2.

We appreciate your understanding and support!

Hi folks, we are hoping to be in touch with the owners of this pup asap, she is sick and needs her family. She was possi...
06/05/2026

Hi folks, we are hoping to be in touch with the owners of this pup asap, she is sick and needs her family. She was possibly found in the area of 300 Belmont Ave, Springfield. Please call 413-781-1484 xt 2 and leave a detailed message with any information about where she may belong.

Thank you!

Address

627 Cottage Street
Springfield, MA
01104

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 3:30pm
Tuesday 12pm - 3:30pm
Thursday 12pm - 3:30pm
Friday 12pm - 3:30pm

Telephone

+14137811484

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