2026 Calendars are Now Available!
Our 2026 calendars are officially here and ready for purchase! Each calendar is $20, with an additional $5 if you would like it shipped directly to you.
You can buy your calendar in person at the shelter Tuesday to Saturday, 11am–3pm, or pick one up at Shur Gain Feeds n' Needs, The Brindle Boston (Blockhouse), Giant Tiger or Sobeys in Bridgewater. Additional locations and pop-up shops will be announced soon.
For more information—or to place an order for delivery—please email info@shaidanimalshelter.com.
Get yours today and support the animals at SHAID!
MAKING A DIFFERENCE, ONE LIFE AT A TIME
Founded in 1986, SHAID Tree Animal Shelter is a no-kill shelter dedicated to providing safe, compassionate care for animals in need. We offer a temporary haven for stray, abandoned, and surrendered pets—working tirelessly to match them with loving, responsible homes.
In 2024, SHAID proudly gave 502 cats and kittens and 27 dogs and puppies a second chance. Each animal that came through our doors received the medical care, compassion, and attention they needed to begin a new chapter in a loving home.
Every SHAID animal is fully vetted, vaccinated, spayed or neutered, and microchipped. From the moment they arrive—no matter how sick or injured—we’re committed to providing the care they deserve.
This past year, our team performed 498 surgeries, ranging from routine procedures to urgent, life-saving interventions like dental extractions, eye repairs, and amputations. These critical services are made possible by the tireless efforts of our skilled staff and compassionate volunteers.
Many of our animals also found comfort in foster homes, where they could heal and grow in a supportive environment before adoption—thanks to our incredible network of foster caregivers.
As a registered charity with no government funding, SHAID depends entirely on the generosity of our community. Your support powers every rescue, every surgery, and every happily-ever-after.
Thank you for helping us be a safe haven for animals in need!
Support SHAID and Win!
Our ongoing 50/50 fundraiser is a fun and meaningful way for Nova Scotia residents to support SHAID Tree Animal Shelter and possibly take home a big win. Since 1986, our no-kill shelter has provided a safe haven for stray, abandoned, and surrendered pets. In 2024 alone, we cared for more than 500 cats and kittens and nearly 30 dogs and puppies, ensuring each received the medical attention and love they deserved.
As a registered charity with no government funding, we rely entirely on community support. When you buy a 50/50 ticket, half the proceeds go to one lucky winner, and the other half directly supports the animals at SHAID. Tickets are available through the link below; if no raffle is currently active, be sure to check back next month.
Thank you for helping us give every animal a second chance!
Please note: Due to lottery regulations, the 50/50 raffle is open to Nova Scotia residents only.
FEATURED ADOPTABLES
Frye
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6-month-old long-haired female
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Soft-natured personality
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A little shy at first and needs time to feel comfortable
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Would do best in a calm, quiet home
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Would benefit from a friendly, confident feline companion
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Grows more confident with patience and reassurance
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Enjoys gentle affection once she feels safe
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Looking for a patient home where she can blossom at her own pace