Animal House

About

Animal House is ran by train volunteers all proceeds go to our rescues + educational programs. Mammals Birds Reptiles Fish Exotics + full line pet supplies

Story

On site we have several species of reptiles, a dozen different species of birds, and a large variety of common & exotic mammals. We receive a new selection of fresh water fish every week and takes special orders at no additional charge.
We have 26 years of experience with exotic birds and a variety of mammals, fish, and reptiles. We have experts on call for every department (reptiles.. fish..ect) Our Staff knowledgeable about the specific animals on site in order to help customers find the perfect pet !
Can't find what you're looking for? Ask an associate in the store and they will be happy to assist you. Stop by and visit us!
Animal House provides a number of services to the community. We provide the opportunity for early learning programs and classrooms to receive hands on education on a number of reptiles, mammals, fish and birds in a controlled environment. These programs are coordinated to teach children basic knowledge of animals/pets and their care. Children are encouraged not to handle animals they see in the wild or unknown animals without an owner's permission.
Animal House also provides a unique experience to the elderly. Volunteers gather a number of common and exotic animals. Transport them to the assisted living centers to provide the residents with the chance to interact with animals in a setting where they may no longer be allowed to have their own beloved pets. In addition to this program, Animal House provides a free pickup to the elderly that are no longer able to care for their pets and a free drop off for the University students leaving the area. Cats, birds, reptiles and small animals that are rescued or dropped off are cared for and rehomed. Animal House has taken-in over 712 Animals since 2012 and helped local Scouts earn their badges.
Animal House also participates in Monongalia County Schools SWAP program (School to Work Action Program). Whose goal is to prepare students with disabilities for the world of work upon graduation through work experience and increase their ability to get a job.
We are on the WVU iServe. A West Virginia University recognized community service program able to provide an opportunity to university students to complete community service hours for degree programs, misdemeanor violations, or just for fun. Our programs are in place to encourage people to learn about animals, how to properly handle and care for them, and reduce the number of animals abandoned or taken to shelters.
Animal House is an official WVU Community Partner.

** As of December 2013 Animal House Rescue Division went non-profit**

As a service to the community we offer a free Pet Drop-off program (small animals, birds and reptiles) to University students leaving the area and a free pick-up for elderly that may no longer be able to care for their pets. We work hard trying to re-home these animals to keep them from being abandoned and out of shelters.