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Animal Shelters & Rescues

Finding a local animal shelter and rescue is an important step in making a positive impact on the lives of animals in your community. When you choose to visit a shelter, not only are you making a compassionate gesture, but you are also taking steps to help save the lives of vulnerable animals in need. From abandoned dogs and cats to injured wildlife, local shelters provide a safe haven for these creatures and work hard to give them a second chance. By supporting your local animal shelter, you can help to ensure that these animals are given the best possible care and have the opportunity to find a loving and permanent home. Start by researching local shelters and rescues in your area to make a positive difference for the animals in your community.

12513 animal shelters were found

Linda L. Kelley Animal Shelter
Prince Frederick, Maryland, US
16 listings
Gila County Rabies Control
Globe, Arizona, US
16 listings
BVS Spoken For, INC
San Antonio, Texas, US
16 listings
Lucky Dawg Animal Rescue, Inc.
Avondale, Pennsylvania, US
16 listings
One At A Time K-9 Rescue
Painesville, Ohio, US
16 listings
Pet ResQ Inc.
Tenafly, New Jersey, US
16 listings
Pets In Distress of South Florida, Inc.
Davie, Florida, US
16 listings
Riley County Humane Society
Manhattan, Kansas, US
16 listings
Home Fur Good Missioners
Marietta, Georgia, US
16 listings
Canine & Kitty Co-op
Long Beach, California, US
16 listings
Laramie Peak Humane Society
Douglas, Wyoming, US
16 listings
Northwest Dog Project
Eugene, Oregon, US
16 listings
ePITome Dog Rescue
Macomb, Illinois, US
16 listings
Alternative Humane Society of Whatcom County
Bellingham, Washington, US
16 listings
Pawprints Dog Rescue
Quartz Hill, California, US
16 listings
K&K's Animal Rescue
Texas, US
16 listings
Yolo County SPCA
Davis, California, US
16 listings
Save Tehachapi's Orphaned Pets (STOP)
Tehachapi, California, US
16 listings
North Beach PAWS
Ocean Shores, Washington, US
16 listings
VT Dog Rescue
Hinesburg, Vermont, US
16 listings
Heartland Pet Connection
Hastings, Nebraska, US
16 listings
Best Friends For Life Animal Rescue
Connecticut, US
16 listings
Saving Paws 4 Love
Miami, Florida, US
16 listings
SOAR-Stray and Orphaned Animal Rescue
Missouri, US
16 listings

How can I help animal shelters near me?

There are many ways you can help your local shelters. Shelters can never get enough volunteer help. Here are just a few ways you can help:

  • Adopt a pet
  • Donate supplies
  • Become a foster
  • Volunteer

How can I know which animal shelter is trustworthy?

Here are some ways potential adopters should approach picking an animal shelter as they pursue a pet adoption:

  • Ask the shelter about its rehoming policies
  • Visit the local shelter
  • Check Reviews

How much does it cost to adopt a pet from a local shelter?

When it comes to the cost to adopt a pet, there’s no single answer. Rates vary widely, with shelters reporting fees anywhere from $50 to $350+. That’s because each shelter is unique, and uses a range of different factors to determine a price that will support their shelter efforts.

If you live in an area where the cost of living is high, for example, the cost to adopt a pet is likely to be on the higher side as well. Pet adoption fees help cover the expenses that rescues and shelters incur while taking care of pets who are waiting to be adopted, such as veterinary care and food expenses.