Springfield, MA (11/29/23) – Dakin Humane Society has announced the sale of its property located at 163 Montague Road in Leverett, MA to Better Together Dog Rescue, an organization based in western MA and northern CT.
The 3,480 square foot building in Leverett is located on five acres of land. It had been operated by Dakin Humane Society until March 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic struck, and the organization consolidated its operations in its Springfield location to operate at maximum efficiency.
According to Meg Talbert, executive director at Dakin Humane Society, “Before the pandemic, more and more animals were being placed in foster homes, since they simulate a home environment, are less stressful for animals, and can accommodate those pets who have additional needs. Thanks to so many dedicated foster caregivers, we reduced our need for the additional shelter space that the Leverett property provided. We are pleased to see that the property will be owned by another non-profit organization. The building’s structure and surroundings are especially ideal for an animal welfare organization.”
She continued, “Dakin remains committed to providing much-needed services in Hampshire and Franklin Counties, like supplying pet food to the Northampton and Amherst Survival Centers, assisting pet owners and animal control units by taking in cats and dogs when hoarding or other pet emergencies arise, and arranging ‘Snip Trip’ rides to our Community Spay/Neuter Clinic for pets whose people cannot make the drive to Springfield. We are eager to explore additional partnerships and opportunities to provide Dakin’s services and resources to Upper Valley pets and their people in the future.”
“Better Together Dog Rescue is thrilled to finally have a home,” stated Jenny Franz, founder of the organization. “Our mission to support dogs and the people who love them will continue to grow within the facility. We cannot wait to open our doors to the public.”
About Dakin Humane Society:
Dakin Humane Society, located in Springfield, MA, is a 501 (c) (3) organization that delivers effective, innovative services that improve the lives of animals in need and the people who care about them. In a typical year, the organization shelters, treats and fosters more than 20,000 animals and has performed over 100,000 spay/neuter surgeries since 2009, making it New England’s largest spay/neuter provider. Dakin’s Pet Health Center, a non-emergency veterinary resource for pet dogs and cats, opened in 2022 and has treated more than 2,500 pets. Dakin is a local non-profit organization that relies solely on contributions from individuals and businesses that care about animals to bring its services to the community. For more information, visit www.dakinhumane.org.
About Better Together Dog Rescue:
Better Together Dog Rescue is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization licensed in Massachusetts and Connecticut. Their work focuses primarily on rescuing dogs and placing them with their forever families. Their FACT Program supports the Forgotten Animals of Cleveland Texas, supplying food, preventatives, medication and resources for the dogs and cats living on the streets. The mobile pet pantry and free store will be an available, local resource to community members who may need a little extra help caring for their animals.
