Saving Lives Since 2000

Every Animal
Deserves a
Forever Home

A non-profit dedicated to rescuing and rehoming homeless animals in Stratford, CT — in collaboration with Stratford Animal Control.

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Our Shelter Needs Your Help

Right now, our shelter is operating at full capacity with dogs coming in faster than we can provide food and medical care. Every donation directly supports feeding, treating, and finding homes for animals in need.

STARS emergency donations needed - help us feed and care for rescued animals
25+
Years Serving Stratford
100%
Volunteer Run
1000s
Animals Rehomed
$5
Can Change a Life
Who We Are

Fighting for Animals in Stratford Since 2000

STARS (Stratford Animal Rescue Society) is a community-driven organization dedicated to the care and protection of our local animals.

Our mission is made possible by the incredible support of our volunteers and neighbors who share our passion for animal welfare. Every animal in our care receives vaccines, disease testing, spay/neuter, veterinary care, microchipping, training, enrichment — and love.

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What Every Animal Receives

  • Vaccines
  • Disease Testing
  • Spay / Neuter
  • Veterinary Care
  • Microchipping
  • Socialization
  • Training
  • Exercise
  • Enrichment
  • Reiki
  • Love
STARS volunteers with banner Animal Control officer with dog Tuxedo cat at shelter Volunteer with dog in snow Tortoiseshell cat
What's Happening

Upcoming Events

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STARS Holiday Evergreen Sale & Boutique flyer, November 27–29
Nov 27–29, 2026

Holiday Evergreen Sale & Boutique

Wreaths, cemetery pieces, kissing balls, pine roping & more at Stratford Animal Care & Control, 225 Beacon Point Rd.

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The Million Chucky Challenge
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The Million Chucky Challenge

Help us reach one million likes & shares for Chucky — handsome, loyal and ready for his forever home.

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The Purrfect Fix Fund - Trap Neuter Return
Ongoing

The Purrfect Fix Fund

Help us Trap, Neuter and Return community cats in Stratford with donations that fund spay/neuter surgeries.

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Get Involved

Join Our Community of Animal Champions

STARS is entirely volunteer-run. Every hour you give directly saves lives. Whether you love dogs, cats, organizing events, or creative work — there is a place for you.

Dog & Cat Handling at the Shelter
Events & Fundraising Support
Creative, Graphic Design & Social Media
Kitten Bottle Feeding Program
Paws to Read & Garden Club
Animal Transportation
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"Every animal deserves a second chance — and every volunteer makes that possible."
— Stratford Animal Rescue Society