Browse animal shelters and rescue organizations with pets looking for their forever homes. 693 shelters found.
A Friend In Need Rescue is a dedicated foster-based organization committed to saving small dogs, specifically those under 25 lbs. Their primary mission involves rescuing these vulnerable animals from overcrowded shelters where they face immediate danger of euthanasia. By focusing on smaller breeds, the rescue provides a vital lifeline, offering a safe haven and the opportunity for these dogs to find loving, permanent homes. They serve the community by alleviating the burden on local shelters and advocating for animal welfare.
Rocket Rescue is a dedicated no-kill, all-volunteer foster network serving Skagit County, Washington, and surrounding local communities. Our mission is to reduce pet overpopulation by providing rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption services for homeless cats and dogs. We accept stray animals, owner surrenders, and shelter transfers, ensuring all pets are spayed or neutered before finding their loving forever homes. We are committed to the well-being of every animal in our care.
All Mutts Matter Foundation is dedicated to rescuing dogs in need of new homes due to various life circumstances faced by their owners. Our mission is to ensure every dog finds a loving, suitable forever family, with a special focus on placing older dogs with senior companions. Beyond adoptions, we are committed to community engagement, utilizing our dogs for therapeutic visits to nursing homes and VA hospitals, and educating children in schools about responsible pet ownership, including spay/neuter and proper dog care.
Kiski Valley Cat & Kitten Rescue is dedicated to preventing cruelty and neglect towards felines. Their mission involves providing shelter for homeless cats and kittens, ensuring they receive necessary veterinary care, including spaying, neutering, and vaccinations, until permanent homes are found. Operating solely on the efforts of volunteers and donations, the rescue is committed to the well-being of all cats in their care, with euthanasia considered only in cases of grave illness to prevent suffering.
The Rescue Crew is a dedicated, volunteer-operated animal rescue based in Minnesota, committed to saving dogs and cats at risk in local shelters and on tribal lands. Their mission is to prevent unnecessary euthanasia by providing compassion, kindness, and care to companion animals who are homeless, abandoned, neglected, or otherwise in need. They strive to help pets of all ages and conditions heal, thrive, and ultimately find safe, loving homes where they can become cherished family members.
LOVEPAWS is dedicated to improving the welfare of animals and supporting pet owners in under-resourced communities within Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties, Maryland. Their mission encompasses preventing shelter intake by providing community outreach services, including a pet pantry, spay/neuter subsidies, and rehoming assistance. Additionally, LOVEPAWS rescues at-risk dogs and cats, with a particular focus on pit bulls and challenging medical cases from local shelters. They also support community cats through food distribution and TNR efforts, ensuring comprehensive care for all "underdogs."
Laramie Animal Welfare Society is dedicated to enhancing animal welfare within the City of Laramie and Albany County. The organization supports the City of Laramie Animal Shelter by funding medical care and spay/neuter services for surrendered animals, including specialized foster care for special needs animals and kittens. Additionally, they offer community spay/neuter coupons, operate a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program for feral cats, provide low-cost microchipping, and offer compassionate short-term fostering for community members facing unexpected circumstances.
Shepherd Help and Rescue Effort (SHARE) is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming German Shepherd Dogs and GSD mixes throughout Southeast Florida. Driven by a deep passion for the breed, SHARE's mission includes promoting spay/neuter initiatives and educating the public about the unique qualities of these wonderful dogs. They provide a second chance for animals from municipal shelters and owner surrenders, ensuring they find loving, permanent homes.
Trina & Friends K9 Rescue is a dedicated volunteer organization committed to rescuing and providing comprehensive care for homeless shelter dogs. With a special admiration for the German Shepherd Dog, the rescue focuses on healing hearts and rehabilitating sick, injured, abused, and neglected dogs with emotional or behavioral issues. Their mission is to find loving, permanent homes for each dog, ensuring a perfect match and offering ongoing support to their new families, one dog at a time.
Humphreys County Humane Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the City of Waverly Animal Shelter in Waverly, Tennessee. Their mission is to provide a safe and humane refuge for all animals, ensuring they receive essential care and a clear path towards reunification, foster placement, rescue transfer, or adoption. Volunteers offer crucial support including animal care, adoption promotion, medical assistance, and fundraising, serving the animals of Humphreys County.
Newton County Animal Welfare is dedicated to supporting pet owners, promoting responsible pet ownership, and rescuing lost, injured, and abandoned companion animals within Newton County, Arkansas. Operating as a 100% volunteer-based organization in an underserved rural area, it provides crucial services where no other animal shelter exists. The organization also offers vital low-cost mobile spay/neuter clinics and vaccinations, ensuring comprehensive care for pets in the community.
Paws 2 The Walls Cafe is dedicated to rescuing animals from high-kill shelters, providing them with a second chance at life. A core part of their mission involves thoughtfully pairing these rescued companions with disabled veterans, fostering healing and companionship. Beyond adoption, the organization extends its compassion by delivering essential pet food and supplies to seniors and low-income families, ensuring pets in the community receive the care they need. This holistic approach supports both animals and vulnerable human populations, creating a positive impact.