Nantucket Island Safe Harbor for Animals (NiSHA) was formed in October, 2011, immediately following the closing of the Nantucket MSPCA. A group of volunteers created the new shelter to ensure that all animals on the island were cared for until they were reunited with their families or adopted into new homes. We formally incorporated on November 17, 2011, and received our 501(c)(3) status on May 15, 2012.

Our facility is located at 11 Crooked Lane where we rent 5 rooms from Offshore Animal Hospital. We have the ability to house approximately 25 animals on site, and we utilize a network of foster homes to care for others. We have contracted with the Town of Nantucket to accept stray cats and dogs brought in by the towns Animal Control Officer.


Our Mission

The mission of Nantucket Island Safe Harbor for Animals, NiSHA, is to provide shelter and care for animals in need, and to promote animal welfare through humane education, outreach, and advocacy


OUR VISION

NiSHA believes that all animals are valuable and deserve to be treated with love and respect. Our board, staff, and volunteers are fully committed to treating both animals and people with compassion and dignity.

No animal in need will ever be turned away. NiSHA does not euthanize for space, time or resources. Further, NiSHA works to end the tragedies associated with pet overpopulation by promoting spay/neuter both on Nantucket and in areas of the country where communities are still struggling to solve this issue.

NiSHA aims to be Nantuckets comprehensive animal welfare resource. We are at the forefront of humane education, advocacy, and outreach. And we will always be the voice for the animals.


Address:
11 Crooked Lane
Mailing: PO Box 2844
Nantucket, MA 02584

Call Us: 508-825-CATS (2287)

Email Us: [email protected]