Stray Haven Humane Society & SPCA

About Us

A Winning Team

Stray Haven has been proudly serving Tioga County, NY and the Greater Valley, PA for more than 50 years! Thanks, in no small part, to our amazing volunteers and dedicated staff. Through generous donations we are able to provide educational programs and short-term residential care for adoptable animals all to ensure the protection of animals in our area. We believe strongly in our no-kill policy which means fundraising relentlessly to cover medical and hygiene costs for our animals as we seek to pair them with their perfect home.

Animals Are Our Mission

Stray Haven is a Humane Society dedicated to ensuring the protection of animals through education and service.

Our History

Stray Haven was established in 1967 by Elaine Forkan, the founder. Elaine began Stray Haven Humane Society as a solution to care for stray and abandoned animals in the community. In the beginning, our organization was a strictly volunteer operated non-profit using an old smokehouse called, O’Brien’s. We were established as a 501c3 on June 1, 1971 and moved to our current location at 194 Shepard Road in Waverly, NY 14892. As of 2011, we transitioned, proudly, to becoming a no-kill shelter.

Meet Our Longest Term Residents!

Banker

Hey, what's up? My name is Banker, and I am a 1 year old grey and white male!

I can come off as a little shy at first, but when you get to know me I’m one of the sweetest kitties you’ll ever meet! There's nothing more I love than being cuddled up with someone and spending time with them! I feel like a guy’s guy, but I just get along with everyone!

I love other cats and hope I can go to a home with more kitty friends for us to play and cuddle with! I do get along well with children as long as they can respect my boundaries!

If you would like to meet me please feel free to drop into Stray Haven and say hello!

Abby

Hi friends!! My name is Abby, and I am a 5-year-old hound/lab mix. I came from North Carolina. I am a spunky girl and have so much love to give. I love running around the yard and playing fetch. I love the people here! In my first few days here, I have been soaking up as much attention from the caretakers as possible! I love pets and just hanging out with them. I don't love the New York winter so far. After a play session outside, I get pretty cold and want to nap in my warm bed. I keep quiet in the kennel and keep my space very clean. I would love to relax in a home with a family; it has to be much better than kennel life! I'm fairly mellow, but when I get going, I love to zoom! If you find me super cute, stop down to Stray Haven to meet me and give me some pets!

Meet Our Senior Citizens!

Buddy

Buddy likes to take a few minutes to get comfortable with the situation and then he is ready to collect some attention and as many head scratches as possible. The one thing Buddy may like more than being pet (and those head scratches) would be treats, this boy loves his treats. Buddy is 11 years old, neutered, current on his vaccinations, and ready to be adopted. Meet him today at Stray Haven. He'd love to go home with you.

Grumplestiltskin aka Mr. Grumpy

Hi, my name is Grumplestiltskin but most just call be Grumpy. I came to stray haven in May of 2024 and I was in pretty rough shape. I was thin and covered in wounds. I had started to just give up, but the staff was determined to bring me back to health. After I started feeling better, I made the staff aware that I didn't really like people all that much, so they suspect that people may not have been kind to me in the past. Over the last several months the staff has worked with me daily to try and build trust. I went from hissing and growling every time someone walked by my cage to playing with toys, taking treats and even purring. I still don't want to be touched much though. I need a quiet home where attention is my choice.

Adelle

Hello, it's lovely to meet you. My name is Adelle and I am an 11-and-a-half-year-old black female.

I came to Stray Haven once when I was a young kitten where a wonderful woman had adopted me and took amazing care of me. She had given me long years full of love, but she was no longer able to take care of me with age. So I came back to Stray Haven in hopes of finding another amazing home where I could live out the rest of my golden years.

I am a fairly independent kitty who enjoys her alone time, but I will never turn down some nice quiet cuddles involving chin scratches. If you would like to win my heart just give me some treats and I am all yours! I and a soft and gentle cat who would prefer a quiet home where I won’t be disturbed. I love spending time in my cat tree and observing what's going on throughout the day. I am fine living with other cats as long as they can be respectful of my space.

If you would like to meet me, please feel free to stop by Stray Haven and say hello!

Dewey

Meet Dewey, a sweet and lovable 10-year-old Rat Terrier mix who’s looking for a quiet, loving home to call his own. Despite his age, Dewey still has plenty of energy and enjoys leisurely walks, playtime, and snuggling up with his favorite humans. He has a calm and gentle nature, making him the perfect companion for someone seeking a relaxed dog to share their life with. Dewey would thrive in a home where he can enjoy his golden years surrounded by love and comfort. If you're looking for a kind, easygoing companion, come meet Dewey today!

Lola

Lola is a 7.5-year-old mixed breed dog who came to Stray Haven Humane Society due to a lifestyle change of her previous owner. While she is sweet and affectionate, Lola would thrive best in a quiet home without other animals or small children. She enjoys her own space and would love to be the one and only companion in a calm, loving environment. If you think Lola might be the perfect fit for your home, stop by and speak with one of our kennel staff members to learn more about the best situation for her.

Macho aka Bud

From the former foster family:

"He came in with the name Macho but likes to be called Bud. He’s great with female dogs, he needs to be the only male dog in the house. He’s good with cats, house bunnies, chickens and ducks. He’s housebroken, knows several commands, and crate trained. I have an injured chicken in the house and they sleep together. He’s such a sweet boy. My vet and I decided he’s probably 4-5 years old. He isn’t really gray and he’s much too limber and active to be a senior pooch."

Zora

Hello, my name is Zora and I am a 7 year old mixed breed looking for a forever home to call my own. I arrived here at Stray Haven with my sister who has since been adopted. She told me my turn would come soon though! My previous owner had a lifestyle change so they trusted Stray Haven to care for me until I could get into a new home. Shelter life is not ideal and I miss my home but the workers have made the stay nice. If you think you have a nice place to let me settle, please visit Stray Haven and meet me!

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