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See all...The Best Los Angeles, CA Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024
This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in Los Angeles, CA. These remarkable organizations have been recognized for their unwavering dedication to the well-being of countless dogs. We've compiled this list by gathering heartfelt testimonials from both the Sniffspot community and the wider public, ensuring a comprehensive perspective on these exceptional shelters.
Wags & Walks
#266 in United States, #33 in California, #1 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Wags and Walks is focused on advocating for wrongfully stereotyped bully breeds, medical dogs, and mamas + puppies that are often overlooked and at-risk due to overcrowding. We do not select dogs based on their size, age, or breed. We select our dogs on a case-by-case basis, factoring in our ability to help and their likelihood of thriving when placed in the right home. We know that, like amazing dogs, loving families come in all shapes and sizes. Our goal is to find every pup an adopter whose home, family, and lifestyle are a perfect fit for a lifetime of love and happiness.
"Hi! I’ve helped by bidding (and winning) their fundraisers before and truly they are above and beyond so fantastic. They..."
— grace c.
Supporter, Fan
"Wags and Walks is amazing! We wanted to volunteer with a rescue organization and someone suggested Wags and Walks. ..."
— melinda s.
Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Supporter, Fan
Angel City Pit Bulls
#266 in United States, #33 in California, #1 in Los Angeles
#16 in pit BullPit Bull
Los Angeles
Angel City Pit Bulls is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to creating a better future for pit bulls by promoting their positive image as loving family companions through education, public advocacy, adoptions, and owner support.
"Thank you for everything that you do!"
— véronique g.
Supporter
"I adopted my dog Peaky from Angel City Pit bulls a year ago. I had started off as a volunteer..."
— karla m.
Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Supporter
LaBelle Foundation
#266 in United States, #33 in California, #1 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
A beacon of hope in the realm of animal welfare. Our foundation is dedicated to transforming lives through responsible pet ownership education, spaying, and neutering initiatives, vaccination advocacy, and comprehensive dog training. We confront the challenges within the rescue community head-on, driven by a resolute mission to put an end to dog homelessness. Aligned with our mission, we champion accessible veterinary care. Our support has extended to sponsoring spay and neuter clinics across California and Mexico, with ongoing plans to broaden our reach. Our unwavering commitment includes partnering with affordable specialty veterinary clinics and addressing the critical need for accessible and affordable care through advocacy and legislation. As we continue to evolve, our unwavering focus remains on the core tenets that define us. Our journey is built upon the principles of rescuing, rehabilitating, and advocating for dogs, particularly with neonatal orphans needing intensive care, medical/special needs animals, and nursing mother-and-babies. Our foundation stands upon pillars that encompass rescuing animals in need, educating the community on responsible pet care, facilitating forever homes, fostering a supportive community, and prioritizing the overall well-being of animals.
"I have a dear friend how adopted two pits from “It’s The Pits”San Diego…"
— sharon c.
Fan
"My husband and I rescued our sweet pup through LaBelle this year and they were such a dream to work..."
— susan l.
Adoptee
Pasadena Humane
#361 in United States, #46 in California, #4 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Pasadena Humane is more than an animal shelter; we are a community-supported animal resource center providing compassion and care for all animals. Since 1903, Pasadena Humane has offered lifesaving programs and services for animals and the people who love them in the Greater Los Angeles Area. At our Pasadena campus, we provide shelter, dedicated care and new beginnings for thousands of our community's most vulnerable animals every year. In addition to pet adoptions and foster, we focus on programs and services aimed at helping people care for and keep their pets, such as free and low-cost spay/neuter and vaccines, a pet food pantry, and an animal support call center. In 2022, Pasadena Humane helped nearly 40,000 animals through adoptions, wildlife rehabilitation, lost & found, veterinary services, and surrender prevention assistance.
"We adopted our little pit terrier from Pasadena Humane. They care about their animals and take such good care of..."
— mary v.
Adoptee
German Shepherd Rescue of Orange County
#361 in United States, #46 in California, #4 in Los Angeles
#9 in german ShepherdGerman Shepherd
Los Angeles
German Shepherd Rescue of Orange County (GSROC) is a non-profit 501(c)3 charity organization dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and re-homing purebred German Shepherd Dogs that have no where else to turn.
"There are so many shepherds that are alive today because of GSROC and they rescue dogs with medical issues also...."
— maria h.
Volunteer / foster, Supporter, Fan
Start From Scratch Rescue
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
We adopted Scratch from the Palmdale animal shelter in 2017 and life was never the same again. We knew right away that Scratch was a special dog. Scratch is a goofy, loyal, curious, and infinitely intuitive puzzle solver. Life with him has sparked a passion that we never knew we had for huskies and rescue dogs in general. Kato was adopted a year later from the Castaic shelter about a year later and Sage was rescued from the Riverside animal shelter’s kill room two years after that. These dogs have enriched our lives and each other’s lives to no end. It didn’t take long before we wanted to help more dogs in danger of being euthanized. At the beginning of 2020 we took on our first 2 foster dogs, a bonded pair. There were certainly a lot of adjustments to be made at first but with each dog that came through our home, we learned something new. After fostering around 20 dogs over the course of around 3 years, we had gotten a pretty good handle on the whole process and learned a lot from the different rescues that we had worked with. In 2023 we decided that it was time that we started our own rescue. Start from Scratch was born. We are a different kind of rescue. We rescue one dog at a time. This helps us ensure that we find them the best possible home. We want to choose the best fit for the dogs we save. All of our focus will be on that dog until their forever home is found.
City of Victorville Animal Care & Control
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
The Animal Care and Control Division helps our residents provide the best possible care for their animals. Through pet licensing, pet owner and animal care resources, microchipping, and pet owner information; our Animal Care and Control staff help residents ensure their pets live a long prosperous life that can be enjoyed by all.
Southpaw Rescue
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Southpaw Rescue is a 501 (c) (3) Southern California animal rescue, focused on San Bernardino and its Mountain Communities, dedicated to partnering with other likeminded organizations and individuals to rescue animals in need; providing foster homes and medical care before ultimately finding them the right forever home. With the hope of one day seeing a world where animal cruelty no longer exists and all animals have a safe home, Southpaw Rescue seeks to work with shelters, individual rescuers and law enforcement to magnify our impact on rescuing animals from abusive and neglectful circumstances.
Priceless Pet Rescue
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Priceless Pets is a non-profit animal welfare organization. We operate our life-saving efforts out of multiple adoption centers known as “The Orphanage,” with locations in Chino Hills, Claremont, Costa Mesa, and City of Industry. All animals are rescued from various circumstances and are in our care until their new forever families adopt them! We focus heavily on education and animal welfare through our Priceless Pets Ranch and Learning Center in Chino Hills. We also operate a veterinary clinic servicing animals from the public for a low-cost fee to pet parents. We are a donation-based organization and rely heavily on community support and private donations to help us continue to save animals in need! We are dedicated to our life-saving mission: saving one by one until there are none.™
Vanderpump Dogs
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
The Vanderpump Dog Foundation, founded in 2016, is a 501c3 dog rescue organization, working on both domestic and international fronts to help create a better world for dogs. Although we are a Los Angeles based Foundation, our story begins in Yulin, China. After becoming aware of the Yulin Dog Meat Festival and witnessing the horrific images of slaughter and abuse that the dogs in Yulin face, our founders Lisa Vanderpump & Ken Todd began the long journey towards trying to stop the barbaric torture practices in Yulin and end the dog meat trade in Asia. Together with their partner Dr. John Sessa, they launched the campaign Stop Yulin Forever. The movement gained momentum and has inspired activists all over the world to end the Yulin Dog Meat Festival and encourage more humane treatment for dogs worldwide. The Vanderpump Dog Foundation was formed to not only aid in ending this international atrocity, but to also better the lives of dogs domestically. The United States faces many problems of its own including dog overpopulation, abuse, neglect and lack of education with regards to spaying and neutering pets. The Foundation is built on a platform of education, legislation, and activism. The Vanderpump Dog Foundation has both short and long term goals. Our approach is both pragmatic and political. With grassroots campaigns like low-cost spay/neuter days for rescue pet owners in Los Angeles, to global health studies with the World Health Organization to ban the consumption of dog meat, The Vanderpump Dog Foundation has a multifaceted approach to creating a better world for man’s best friend.
One Love Animal Rescue and Sanctuary
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
One Love Animal Rescue & Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, no kill animal rescue. The concept of “One Love” is an expression of universal love, care and respect for all living beings. Here at One Love Animal Rescue and Sanctuary, we practice this concept by taking in a variety of different species of animals (dogs, cats, birds, reptiles and more) who, for a variety of reasons, may need some extra love and attention. We have a team of dedicated and experienced fosters who accept and appreciate the animals in our care as the unique and special individuals they are. We help them to overcome any trauma, medical or behavioral issues they may have prior to finding them a special forever home where they will be able to live their best life.
Lost and Found Dogs USA Network
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
We believe everyone was placed on this earth with a mission to fulfill; ours is to save animals. Founded by Jeanette Portocarrero in 2011, Lost & Found Dogs USA Network is the only rescue center in Kern County, California that participates in active search and rescue by obtaining animals in need from the field. By focusing on all aspects of rescue, we go beyond search and rescue by providing community education, intervention for pet welfare, adoptions, rescue training, pet retention, and more. We live on-site with the dogs we rescue and are committed to the hard work these animals deserve. We are grateful you’ve found us and hope you’ll join us in the movement of changing the face of pet rescue.
Old English Sheepdog Rescue of Southern California
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
OES Rescue of Southern California, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit all volunteer organization. Our “area” includes all of California, Arizona and Southern Nevada. Typically we place 2-4 Old English Sheepdogs per month, we have no way of knowing when a rescue dog will come in the program. Please fill out an adoption form to be placed on the waiting list. When an appropriate dog becomes available for you to meet, you will be contacted to set up a home visit. When an Old English Sheepdog enters our program, they spend the first 48-72 hours with our veterinarians. When the veterinarian feels that the dog is ready for adoption, the dog is spay/neutered, micro-chipped and given all shots. Our rescue dogs are also groomed prior to adoption.
Dalmatian Rescue of Southern California, Inc.
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Dalmatian Rescue of Southern California, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) public charity dedicated to finding new and loving homes for abandoned or homeless Dalmatians. Dalmatian Rescue of Southern California, Inc. was formed to help rescue Dalmatians and Dalmatian mixes from the many high-kill shelters in the Southern California area, and serves the communities of Orange, San Diego, Riverside and Los Angeles counties. Dalmatian Rescue of Southern California, Inc. is dedicated to saving as many of the spotty dogs as it can. Dalmatian Rescue is committed to finding loving forever homes, a second chance, for all of the dogs we rescue, and with the help of Dal Rescue volunteers, provides a safe, warm and loving environment for each of the rescued dogs as they await their new homes. We are an all-volunteer, no-kill, non-profit organization. In addition to an all-volunteer, no-kill, non-profit organization. In addition to rescuing adoptable Dalmatians from the local shelters, our goal and mission is to educate the public about Dalmatians, their personality, activity level, lifespan and health and fitness issues, as well as what it means to be a responsible dog owner. We advocate spaying and neutering, consistent training, a healthy diet and plenty of exercise for the Dalmatian, as well as for all breeds of dog, and provide education on those topics. We do our best to match each family with the Dalmatian or Dalmatian mix that will best suit the family environment, activity level and participants. Dalmatian Rescue of Southern California, Inc. is organized as a non-profit 501(c)(3) public charity and all contributions are tax-deductible. Our taxpayer Id# is 35-2313871. Please make a secure online donation today to help us continue our efforts in rescuing and re-homing Dalmatians.
Live Love Animal Rescue
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Live Love Animal Rescue’s mission is to save homeless animals by providing them a lifelong commitment to their well-being. We take in dogs from all situations and often find ourselves rescuing the most extreme behavior and medical cases. Live Love Animal Rescue is dedicated to ensuring these dogs are healed and brought to the greatest possible quality of life and placed in loving, responsible, committed foster and then permanent homes. While in the care of foster homes, all dogs are healed, spayed or neutered, fully vaccinated, and receive behavioral training as needed prior to adoption. The ultimate goal is to find our rescued dogs a forever home of their own and for those that are too ill, they will remain in our rescue family as Forever Fosters and be cherished for all of their days. We partner with local rescues, the shelter and city government to develop a network of volunteers and supporters that can transform Long Beach into a no-kill city for all animals. Live Love acts with fiscal responsibility to ensure that we meet our commitments to our rescue dogs. We act with gratitude and respect to our network of volunteers, fosters and supporters that provide countless hours of work, support, and donations. Our rescue board, officers, volunteers and fosters act with courtesy, kindness, and respect as a member of the Long Beach community and greater rescue network.
Animal Rescue Volunteers (ARV)
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Animal Rescue Volunteers (ARV), Inc. is a non-profit organization that began in 1994. We are volunteers who love animals and wish to make a difference. ARV is a well respected, long-standing organization that provides this service to the Simi Valley Community as well as the larger Ventura and Los Angeles County areas. We work with local animal shelters, veterinarians, and other rescue groups to locate animals most in need of care. We then place the animals in foster homes, (we always need more foster homes!). We take our animals to local veterinarians and nurse them back to health, if needed, before presenting them at our weekly adoptions. Decrease animal overpopulation and euthanasia rates in the greater Los Angeles area by expanding our pet spay/neuter program working with local veterinarians. 190,000 animals die in Los Angeles and Ventura County shelters each year. We want to make a difference in bringing this number down. We also want to educate the public on the brutal realities of puppy mills and dissuade the public from unknowingly contributing to their existence. ARV has been instrumental in the adoption of over 5,000 animals since 1994. We continually provide veterinary care for rescued animals such as assistance for broken jaws, hip and leg fractures, and upper respiratory illnesses, cancer treatments, mange, vision impairment, infections, and heart problems while they are awaiting adoption. We even bought a pacemaker for ARV's mascot, who is no longer with us. We provide animal "well-care" such as shots and grooming. To date we have provided over $250,000 for this care.
Pug Nation Rescue of Los Angeles
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
#3 in pugPug
Los Angeles
Pug Nation Rescue of Los Angeles is a registered 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue, care, and placement of abandoned, neglected, unwanted, displaced, and abused pugs. Every year Pug Nation saves and adopts out hundreds of loving Pugs from the streets of Southern California – thanks to the support of individuals like you. Our goal is to find every homeless pug a forever home; if we cannot do that, we pledge to provide a comfortable and loving place for sick or unwanted pugs to live out their lives.
Mountains Humane Society
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Mountains’ Humane Society, a non-profit 501(c)(3) pet rescue, was founded in 1975 by local residents whose concern was for the well-being of mountain domesticated animals. We offer assistance to low income, veterans, disabled and seniors for spay/neuter, emergency medical and dental. Our organization is run by volunteers who are passionate about changing the lives of animals and helping owners with financial support. We offer assistance with spay/neuter, emergency medical and dental for seniors, low income, veterans and the disabled. We cover our mountain community only from Cedar Pines Park to Big Bear. We added to our name and are now Mountains’ Humane Society Pet Rescue! We wanted to clarify to the community due to some confusion that we are not animal control or a shelter, but in fact we are a 501c3 rescue that find homes for the unwanted animals. We work hard helping stray animals, abandoned animals and owner surrenders in our mountains.
Dogs Without Borders
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Founded in 2006, Dogs Without Borders is a non profit 501-c-3 rescue organization based in Los Angeles, California. DWB rescues stray and abandoned dogs from local shelters and as far away as Taiwan and Mexico. Spearheaded by Galit Reuben and backed by hard-working, dedicated volunteers, DWB stands behind their dogs offering their clients advice and support for the duration of their dogs’ lives to ensure happy and successful adoptions. Dogs Without Borders does not have a facility and relies solely on foster volunteers to house and care for their rescue dogs until they are adopted. DWB is proud to have placed over 6000 dogs since its inception, and will continue to rescue thousands more with the support of generous donations, fosters, and volunteers.
Victor Valley Animal Protective League
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Victor Valley Animal Protective League (VVAPL) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) serving the Victor Valley Communities and beyond. We are the contracted animal shelters for the cities of Victorville and Adelanto providing shelter to homeless animals relinquished by their guardians, rescued from abuse or neglect, and stray or abandoned animals. VVAPL provides and maintains a safe, clean and humane environment for the unwanted animals in our shelter. All animals are treated with the utmost care and respect, making their stay as comfortable as possible. Our goal is to find homes for as many animals as possible. No abuse will be tolerated. Our services, programs and community education are available to anyone, regardless of where you reside. Our funding is provided through donations, fundraising, grants, endowments, foundations, and service fees.
A Home 4 Ever Rescue
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
We are a nonprofit corporation organized and operated exclusively for educational and charitable purposes. Specifically, this organization has been formed to rescue dogs from abusive situations or who would otherwise be euthanized at high kill shelters. We go into the shelters and determine which dogs we can help. Sometimes it may be a dog that needs medical attention. We rescue them and obtain the appropriate medical care. We make sure they get a microchip so they will always have an identity and that they are spayed or neutered. Some are given training, if needed, to unlearn bad habits or just to teach them to trust again. At times we rescue dogs running free on streets, most have been abandoned by their owners as there is no response to our efforts to find their owners. In today's economy we also will take in dogs, where their owners are down on their luck and can no longer afford to keep them. Then through various methods we try to find them forever homes and families.
Chews Life Dog Rescue
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
We are a foster-based dog rescue situated in the vibrant city of Los Angeles. Our mission is to prevent dogs from entering and facing an uncertain fate in the shelter system. Our team is passionate about searching for and rescuing at-risk dogs within local shelters, providing them a lifeline to a brighter future. As a registered 501c3 non-profit organization, we are more than just a rescue; we are a compassionate community dedicated to the welfare of animals. Our founder is a professional dog trainer and behaviorist who started the organization to improve the welfare of animals and alleviate their suffering through advocacy and education. Each of our rescues receives the highest level of care. We prioritize their physical and mental well-being, providing necessary medical attention and the time to rediscover their unique personalities. Our ultimate goal is not just to find homes but to find the right forever homes filled with love and understanding. In our rescue family, mental health is as important as physical health. We invest time and effort into understanding and nurturing the emotional well-being of every animal under our care, ensuring a holistic approach to their recovery and happiness. We invite you to get involved and make a tangible difference in the lives of these deserving animals. Whether you choose to foster, adopt, donate, volunteer, or share our adoptable dogs, your involvement will make a meaningful impact. Together, we can transform the lives of countless animals and build a world where compassion reigns supreme.
FAR Side Journey
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing foster, adoption and rescue services so that no owner-relinquished or stray animal has to be held in a municipal shelter awaiting adoption or potential euthanasia due to overcrowded conditions.
Animals Rule Rescue
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
We are a small group of animal lovers who have come together to rescue and foster animals in need. Our dedicated group of volunteers are unpaid and extremely committed to making a difference in the lives of animals in our care. Funding for our non profit comes entirely from public donations, our adoption fees and fundraisers. We do not receive any city, county or government funding. Animals Rule Placement Foundation was established in 2003 as a registered 501(C)3 Non-Profit Animal Welfare Organization Tax ID #13-4264510. Your tax deductible donation is used 100% for the welfare and veterinary care of the animals while they are with us. We are based in San Pedro, CA, in the South Bay area of Los Angeles.
Real Time Rescue
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Real Time Rescue is a registered 501(c)(3) volunteer based, animal welfare organization dedicated to assisting people transitioning out of homelessness, as well as those facing economic difficulties that impact their ability to care for their companion animals. We are a small but mighty team of volunteers that are persistently on the streets and in the communities of Los Angeles and The Morongo Basin, building honest and solid relationships with people. We educate them on pet care and provide them with supplies, veterinary and nutritional care for their pets. Reasons for homelessness and poverty vary but we believe that if a person is willing to work towards becoming economically self-sufficient, we will continue to assist them in keeping their beloved animals with them on their journey. On occasion, we will take a dog into our rescue, provided we have a safe foster home for them. We proudly work alongside homeless outreach and housing organizations to help transition individuals and their animals into a more permanent housing solution. We continue to work towards the day when no companion animal is relinquished to a shelter for lack of economic ability.
Orange County Animal Care
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
OC Animal Care promotes: responsible pet ownership; health and safety of people and animals and spay/neuter programs. OC Animal Care provides temporary shelter and medical care for "lost" owned or stray animals and opportunities for adoption of these animals. OC Animal Care houses and provides medical care for impounded dogs, cats and exotic animals.
Newport Beach Animal Shelter
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
The Newport Beach Animal Shelter is located at 20282 Riverside Drive in Newport Beach. The Newport Beach Animal Shelter offers its services, such as redemption of animals by their owners or viewing animals available for adoption, by appointment only. Please call the shelter at 949-718-3454 to inquire about making an appointment. Community members wishing to donate items to the shelter may leave the items outside of the shelter's gate for collection.
Philozoia Animal Rescue
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
We are a 100% volunteer-run 501(c)(3) animal welfare organization based in Los Angeles, California
Deity Animal Rescue
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Deity Animal Rescue is a non-profit rescue organization based in Los Angeles. It is our passion and mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and place stray, neglected, and shelter dogs into loving, responsible, and committed homes. We do not discriminate on age, breed, or ease of placement. Rather, we choose dogs based on temperament and potential to be wonderful companions
Irvine Animal Care Center
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
The Irvine City Council-appointed Subcommittee and staff recommended, and the City Council approved, the updated mission, values and goals at the May 10, 2016 City Council meeting. Values Mutual Respect, Innovation, Integrity, Professionalism, Flexibility, Responsiveness Goals • Increase placement of adoptable animals. • Attract, retain and develop professional, caring staff and volunteers. • Provide for the well-being of animals at the Irvine Animal Care Center. • Provide programs and services to improve human and animal relationships. • Identify and secure additional financial resources to support mission and special programs such as Third Chance and Enhanced Care. Also approved was a policy to disallow owner requested euthanasia of healthy, treatable, adoptable pets. Goals include: increase placement of adoptable animals; attract, retain and develop professional, caring staff and volunteers; provide for the well-being of animals at the Irvine Animal Care Center; provide programs and services to improve human and animal relationships; and identify and secure additional financial resources to support mission and special programs such as Third Chance and Enhanced Care.
Pups and Pals
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Pups and Pals Rescue is a small group of volunteers in the Orange County and LA County areas who focus on rescuing dogs and cats in need and placing them into appropriate homes. We do have an occasional pocket pet or a bird, but we do focus primarily on dogs and cats. We are classified as a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization. We typically rescue pets from county pounds but we also accept those surrendered by owners who are no longer able to care for their pets. Before a pet is placed for adoption they are given vaccinations, vet checked, spayed/neutered, dewormed, microchipped. We do not have a kennel so we are not able to accept walk in visits. Our rescues are typically in foster homes or occasionally in boarding. Please submit our application prior to asking to visit a rescue pet.
Samoyed Rescue Of Southern California
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Samoyed Rescue of Southern California is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization founded in 1989 to assist Samoyed dogs. The organization concentrates on saving and rehoming Samoyeds from animal shelters and individual homes where the dogs are no longer wanted. SRSC operates solely from donations and volunteer help. SRSC serves the Southern California counties of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura and San Diego.
Great Pyrenees Association Of California
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
GPASC Rescue is a private rescue and foster care organization, created for the safe haven and permanent placement of homeless Great Pyrenees. Each of the dogs who come to GPASC Rescue is cared for in a home-like environment, with abundant love, attention and special care. These dogs have been through a lot...and it is our objective to make them feel secure, safe and protected...so that when they are placed in their forever homes, they will stay there! We are NOT a shelter. We pick up from animal shelters in Los Angeles City/County, Kern County, San Bernardino City/County, Riverside City/County, Orange City/County, San Diego City/County, and from various shelters in Nevada., and we accept Great Pyrenees owner turn-ins who are need of re-homing for whatever reason. We advocate the spaying and neutering of all animals -- no rescue will be adopted from this organization before he or she has been altered. We also treat these Pyrs as if they were our own, providing them with care, attention, a loving environment and rehabilitation, when necessary, to prepare them for their forever homes. We are a not-for-profit organization. The adoption fee for each rescue goes towards subsidizing the expenses involved in preparing the dogs for adoption. This includes altering, grooming, de-worming, flea treatment, medical attention, prescriptions, and vaccinations. Our goal is to find adopters who will provide the perfect "forever" home for these little furbabies -- wonderful animals who deserve a second chance at a great life.
Balooja's Foundation, Inc.
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Balooja's Foundation is a small Southern California rescue organization run by a group of dedicated volunteers. We save dogs from death at over-crowded shelters, dogs with special medical needs, handicapped dogs, older dogs, and we find them loving, happy homes. Founded in 2016, Balooja's Foundation has saved the lives of countless animals in need.
Healing Hounds Rescue
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
#26 in pit Bull
#4 in rottweilerPit Bull, Rottweiler
Los Angeles
Healing Hounds Rescue in Claremont, California is a nonprofit 501(c)3 dog rescue that specializes in saving pit bulls, rottweilers, and other large breeds from euthanasia. We rescue these dogs from high kill shelters, so we can give them a new chance at life.
Rescue Me Incorporated
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Joy and Craig Nadel are the CEO/COO and Founders of Rescue Me Incorporated. Born out of their LOVE for animals and in memory of their first rescued family member together, Candy "The Wonder Dog" they wanted to share the love they felt with a rescued pet with other people. Candy was adopted from a local shelter by Craig's dad as a family pet. She was a year old when he got her and was given her birthdate as Christmas Eve. {Special day as Joy's grandparents were married on Christmas Eve} When Craig and I got married we asked if we could keep Candy and Craig's dad agreed as he knew how much we loved her. We were blessed to have this amazing, sweet little dog in our lives for 20 of her 21 years. She died in my arms at age 21 years old. It was time for her to go, she was ready. We knew we wanted to have Candy's name live on so we started Rescue Me Incorporated in her memory. Now with every orphan we rescue we know her memory lives on. We wanted to share with other people the love of a rescued animal and help promote animal rescue and education.
Akita Angels
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Akita Angels is dedicated to helping and saving the lives of Akitas and other large-breed, dominant and/or high-risk dogs by providing unlimited, no-cost support in the areas of Education, Intervention, Advocacy, and Rescue Akita Angels is a Non-Profit Public Charity under IRC (Internal Revenue Code) Section 501(c)(3) and relies on voluntary donations to help fulfill our mission. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed under law.
West side German Shepherd Rescue of Los Angeles
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
#15 in german ShepherdGerman Shepherd
Los Angeles
Westside German Shepherd Rescue of Los Angeles is a non profit 501(c)3, no kill rescue committed to saving all types of German Shepherd Dogs from high kill shelters and adopting them to loving, qualified homes.
All Retriever Rescue Foundation
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
OC Pom Rescue
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
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Los Angeles
OC Pom Rescue is a breed-specific 501(c)(3) nonprofit dog rescue based in Southern California. Created by women in 2020, the rescue strives to educate about responsible dog ownership and the Pomeranian breed.
The Fauna Foundation
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
The Fauna Foundation is a private non-profit 501(c)(3 )animal sanctuary located in the Malibu Hills of Los Angeles County. We rescue, foster, and shelter adoptable cats, dogs, etc. The Fauna Foundation works with community outreach and on-site wellness program
Dog Coalition Los Angeles
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
We first began our journey as Foster For Life: a foster support program for folks fostering directly from the shelter led by rescuers and volunteers. In the first 2 years we helped over 150 dogs out of overcrowded shelters engaging more than 75 foster families. We are still focused on helping Angelenos foster (and adopt) LA city shelter dogs, but as our vision for the program has evolved, we updated our name to Dog Coalition Los Angeles (DCLA).
SoCal Animal Rescue Squad (SCARS)
#600 in United States, #69 in California, #6 in Los Angeles
Los Angeles
We are the SoCal Animal Rescue Squad (S.C.A.R.S.). We are a united group of dedicated volunteers committed to saving dogs and other pets from unfortunate circumstances. We are a Nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization functioning solely on donations, fundraising campaigns, and sponsors. Our desire is to be a beacon of hope and light for Animals in need. Their inability to call out for a hero is the fuel that drives us to bind together as a squad of individuals that will rise to their call for help. Though we don’t have superhuman powers, we possess the ability to love, nurture, educate and serve. Animals gift us unconditional love, companionship, healing, and happiness. Our hope is to advocate for their welfare through rescue efforts, education, art, support groups, community outreach programs, and fostering placements. Most of our squad calls focus on dogs; however, we have been able to help other pets including turtles, rabbits, birds, and even reptiles. We help rescue many dogs from hi-kill shelters and owner surrenders; helping them with needed medical services, ensure they are vaccinated, spayed, or neutered, and secure them in a safe loving foster home where they will transition and sometimes heal until they are adopted into their new fur-ever family. Each of us at SCARS has been touched and transformed by rescue animals. The irony is that in most cases we thought we were the heroes saving them from death and harm, and yet they rescued or alleviated us from sadness, loneliness, depression and other challenges that only their pure love and magic can heal. They ARE heroes too! Like superheroes, they each possess a special Superpaw-er. Some mend broken hearts with their affection and cuddles, others will challenge the athlete in you and help train you to become a better hiker or runner, and then there’s those that with their eyes can turn any frown into a smile. The definition of a Hero is someone who does good and courageous things for other people without being asked to do them; someone who has a strong sense of justice and goodness and acts upon that sense. We the SCARS are committed to speaking for them, helping them, and will passionately take a stand to ensure their welfare. Be their hero! Adopt a Hero! What’s your Superpaw-er? Join the SCARS!
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What's the Sniffspot Los Angeles Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List About?
Welcome to the 2024 Los Angeles, CA Sniffspot Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List, highlighting the top rescues and shelters in Los Angeles, CA chosen by the Sniffspot community and the public.
This list is sponsored by Sniffspot, the largest global network of private dog parks. Sniffspot offers 236 private dog parks in the Los Angeles area, including fenced, water, indoor, and beach parks. As a hub for rescue dogs, our sponsorship underscores our dedication to supporting shelters and rescues. Explore Los Angeles dog parks on Sniffspot's platform.
See The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Other Cities Near Los Angeles
- Bakersfield, CA
- Huntington Beach, CA
- Oakland, CA
- Sacramento, CA
- Salinas, CA
- San Diego, CA
- San Francisco, CA
- San Jose, CA
- Santa Maria, CA
- Visalia, CA
See The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Other States
Ordered alphabetically, only included states where there is enough data to compile a list
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Sniffspot Los Angeles Dog Rescues & Shelters Frequently Asked Questions
How many dog rescues and shelters operate in Los Angeles?
What are the most reputable dog rescues and shelters in Los Angeles?
What specialized services do dog rescues and shelters in Los Angeles offer?
How can I adopt a rescue dog in Los Angeles?
Angel City Pit Bulls practices with an 'Adopters Welcome' open adoption policy. Our adoption counselors have conversations with interested adopters to make a great match and provide education and resources for bringing home a new dog.
Are there any breed-specific dog rescues and shelters in Los Angeles?
Can you recommend any dog rescues in Los Angeles that specialize in senior dogs?
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You thought your dog was house trained. Your home was clean from puddles of pee, those dreaded middle-of-the-night bathroom breaks were behind you, and you loved every minute of dog ownership… until your four-legged best friend started using the bathroom inside again. What’s going on?
Coprophagia: Why Does Your Dog Eat Poop?
Ah, poop. We humans think it’s disgusting… but many of our dogs seem to love the stuff. If you’re wondering why your canine companion tries to eat feces (either their own or that of other animals) you’re not alone!
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Do you have a water-loving dog looking to burn some energy? There are countless dog parks to visit throughout our country — but some of them become far too hot in the midday sun to be safe for your pets to play. That’s why we’ve put together a list of some of the best dog water parks throughout the United States! At these locations, your pup can frolic, splash, and swim to their heart’s content.
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Does your dog destroy every toy you give them? Is your house littered with remnants of fabric and stuffing of all different sizes? Are you tired of investing in “indestructible” toys only for your pup to still dismantle—or worse, get bored of—them in just a few days?
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You’ve been told your dog needs regular exercise. There’s a reason “walking the dog” is a classic daily activity: Frequent excursions give your pup a chance to experience the world, maintain a healthy weight, and — most importantly — spend time with you! Consistent physical activity can also improve their strength, muscle tone, coordination, and mental ability over time.
Complete Guide To Herding With Dogs
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Dog reactivity guides
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Many dogs have gotten a bad reputation over the years for being "dangerous breeds." Rottweilers are among them. Like pit bulls and other large, blocky-headed types of dogs, these powerful and beautiful animals are often assumed to be aggressive.
Dog Reactivity Chart: Understand and Fix Dog Reactivity
Your dog is reactive. They’ll see another dog, person, or other stimulus in the environment (like a car or bike) while out on a walk and suddenly go crazy at the end of their leash. The barking, lunging, and growling feels embarrassing for you — and it’s clear that your pup isn’t having a great time either.
How to Socialize Your Reactive Dog
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How this Oregon Farmer is Making a Business From Renting Her Land to Dogs
Just 20 minutes outside of the busy city of Portland, Oregon, and settled right on the banks of the Columbia River, you’ll find what countless visitors have flocked to the area in search of – mountain views, crisp, clean air, and running water for miles. What you might not expect to find, however, is a hidden oasis designed just for dogs and their people, owned and operated by a farming couple and enjoyed by visitors on two legs, and four.
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