Dog Days has one sole mission: to find homes for shelter dogs. No matter where they are, how far we have to travel to get them, how much time it takes to rehabilitate them or how much care to heal them.

We Love Dogs

What We Do

Plan Adoption Events

We plan adoption events for shelter dogs around the great state of Connecticut.

Assist in Emergencies

We set up our kennels and crates during emerency evacuations for towns in Connecticut.

Fundraise for Animals in Need

We fundraiser for dogs in need of veterinary care both in the state of Connecticut and outside of the state.

Promote CT Shelter Dogs

We work with East Haven municipal pound and others to promote the dogs at their shelter.

Upcoming Events

June 26 - Volunteer Orientation, Essex, CT

6:00 to 7:00pm – you must attend if you want to volunteer during the event weekend!

June 28th & 29th - Adoption Event, Essec, CT

11:00am to 4pm Saturday and Sunday
The River Lane, Essex, CT
We Need Your Help

Ready to Save a Life?

Adopting a Dog

Adopters save lives! Look through our adoptable dog listing – if there are none showing check back as we will add frequently!

volunteering

We have a large crew of dedicated volunteers but we always need more! Sign up to help us at our next event, we can’t wait to meet you!

donate

We do not take any money from adoption fees and raise funds for all events through generous donations and fundraisers.

What Drives Us

Dog Days has one sole mission: to find homes for shelter dogs. No matter where they are, how far we have to travel to get them, how much time it takes to rehabilitate them or how much care to heal them, we want them home.