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When Dakota came to us, he weighed 160 pounds and was severely overweight for a husky mix.  His owner had to move in with a relative and was not able to keep Dakota; she checks on him regularly.  We were concerned that there might be a medical issue so we ran all kinds of blood tests on him and had him checked over by several...

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 News & Events

Happy Tails Summer Camp 
Click here for information, a brochure and camp forms for our day camp during July and August.  We are also collaborating with the Newport County YMCA to offer a full day of camp the week of July 5th. 

Birthday Parties
Have your child's next birthday at the Potter League. Click here to download a brochure.

For more information on humane education programs, contact Lynne Mallonee


 
Buy a Bone

During the week of March 21st to March 28th, Many local bars and restaurants will be offering their patrons a chance to Buy a Bone
in $1, $5 or $10 amounts to support the Potter League.
Click here to view the list of participating businesses.




Potter League is First Shelter in the Country to be LEED Gold Certified

The Potter League for Animals received the award of a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environment Design) Gold rating from the US Green Building Council. This is the first gold level award for any animal shelter in the United States and the first gold award for any public building in Rhode Island.  LEED Gold was awarded to the Potter League for the energy efficient and high-performing design of our new animal care and education center.

Honoring Their Trust, the capital campaign for the new facility is actively seeking contributions.  Click here to make a donation to the campaign to help raise the last million dollars toward construction costs. 
                                                                                                                         
Click here to view more photos of our new facility courtesy of Sean Hennessy.


Our Behavior & Training Center - A Great Place to Take a Dog Training Class! 


Our 1600 square foot Obedience Training Center is the perfect place to exercise and train your dog during the cold winter months. There are over 25 classes to choose from -  something for everyone, regardless of your pet's age or training ability. Start with the basics and work your way up to more advanced classes!   Click here to view a schedule of dog training classes and play groups.

 


Looking for a meaningful gift for a Pet Lover?
 Donate a Bed

 Donate a Kuranda dog bed to one of our dogs in the name of a friend or family member. A personalized Gift Card will be mailed to them to inform them of the wonderful gift you have selected for them. Donate Now



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Our cats love to sleep on Kuranda cat beds, but we don't have enough for everyone. If you would like to donate a bed or a set of beds at a special wholesale price for another cat to sleep in comfort, please donate a Kuranda cat bed.

 




Click here to read the Dear Bootsie Advice on Pets Column which appears in the Saturday addition of The Newport Daily News.

 

 


 

 

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Have You Lost Your Pet?
Your pet may be here at the shelter:


Click here for information on Lost & Found


Hours of Operation & Directions to the Potter League 


 Current Schedule of Dog Training Classes, Speciality Classes and Play Groups


Click here to view photos from the Have A Heart Cocktail Party & Silent Auction on Newport Seen.



 

Save the Date:  Sunday, June 6!


Honoring Their Trust,
A Campaign for our new Animal Care & Education Center

Reserve a beautiful indoor tile or an outdoor paver. These tributes make wonderful gifts for holidays, birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions. T
o make a gift to the campaign or to download a Tile & Paver Brochure, click here.



 


AtPotter Kids Websitetention Young People!
Visit The Potter League's Kid's World of Animals





Coyote Information Line
Concerned about coyotes in your neighborhood?  Call 924-HOWL (4695) to speak with a knowledgeable wildlife expert. Individuals concerned about immediate safety issues should call their local police department.


Awards & Recognition






Providence Business News Innovation Awards 2009
The Potter League is proud to have received the Finalist Award in the Community & Social Service Category in this year's Providence Business News Innovation Awards 2009.



Favorite Local Charity

The Potter League is honored to be voted 2009 "Best Local Charity" by the readers of Newport Life Magazine. For the past 11 years, we have received this distinction 8 times.




Building Green

The Potter League has an 8 page brochure which details the green features in our new animal care and education center. E-mail path@potterleague.org for a copy.


Did you catch the Potter League on channel 12 news?
Click here to view the segment on our new Green Building




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