Featured Pets

Adopting a friend

All potential adopters are required to fill out an adoption application. All adopters must provide a vet reference and 3 personal references. Adoption fees are $75.00 for a kitten under a year old; $60.00 for a cat over a year old, and $75.00 for all dogs. Adoption fees are to help defray the vetting expenses. All animals are FIV and FeLV tested, checked for ear mites, spayed/neutered, checked for heartworm, given distemper and rabies shots.

Comprised entirely of volunteers, TARPS was incorporated and began operating in Windsor County as a non-profit organization during the Fall of 2000. Our primary goals are rescuing animals in need, investigating animal cruelty reports and illegal animal breeding facilities (puppy mills), pursuing changes in animal legislation, and promoting the need for spaying and neutering.

The animals we rescue are thoroughly examined by a veterinarian, given any necessary shots and vaccinations, and, if old enough, are spayed or neutered prior to becoming available for adoption. Animals that aren't mature enough for the procedure receive a certificate, which the adoptive family uses at the appropriate age.

If you would like to join our organization, please feel free to email us at tarps_animals60@hotmail.com You are welcome to email with any questions you have and donations are always greatly appreciated.

Come Visit Us!

Our shelter is located at 1726 Route 103 South in Chester, Vermont. We are open 9-5 every day but Wednesdays and Holidays.

Please give us a call at 802-875-7777 and leave us a message. We will return your call ASAP or email us at tarps_animals60@hotmail.com

Wish List!

We are currently in need of several items:

• Dry cat food
• Moist cat food
• Clay cat litter
• Paper towels
• Bleach
• Garbage bags
• Cat toys
• Collars
• Office Supplies - clip boards, office paper, file folders, etc

Items can be dropped off at the Chester Uhaul on Route 103 or at Alternative Printing on Route 106 in Springfield, VT.