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The Best Sacramento, CA Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024

David Adams

June 25, 2024

Dog Rescues & Shelters

This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in Sacramento, 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.

ShepHeroes
#67 in United States, #11 in California, #1 in Sacramento
#4 in german Shepherd
German Shepherd
Sacramento
Powered by volunteers and funded by donors, we rely on many heroes to help deserving abandoned German Shepherd Dogs; in return, these shepherds provide unconditional love to the families adopting them. The goal of ShepHeroes is lifelong placement; we take pride in finding the ideal lifelong match possible for dogs and humans alike by placing all of our dogs in foster homes to allow them to decompress and for us to learn their personalities, temperament, and needs. When committed foster homes are available for long-term care of medical dogs, we prioritize assisting those shepherds as they are the most at risk in shelters. Bean, Hayzel, Shania, Tori, and Stewie joined us in the past year for extensive surgeries and lengthy recoveries. Bean arrived with a chunk of her lip missing and will have surgery to repair her maxillofacial trauma when her muzzle reaches the adult stage at seven to eight months of age. In Shania's case, her fracture exam revealed a severe heart defect that, untreated, would have caused heart failure, which was repaired with heart surgery to give her a whole, healthy life. Shania was with us for seven months through three surgeries. Tori, in addition to her fracture repair, had an eye enucleation. Also, in 2023, Abbott and Costello were treated for parvo and survived thanks to prompt medical care. Multiple dogs have recovered in our care from surgeries for ingesting foreign objects like socks and balls before coming to our rescue. We have treated ear and severe skin infections, mange, influenza, and kennel cough, reduced many hernias, altered cryptoid male dogs, treated heartworm-positive shepherds, and ensured emaciated ones received care to reach optimum weight for their age. And have provided routine ongoing veterinary care of vaccinations, heartworm, flea/tick preventatives, spay and neuters, and deworming for over 340 shepherds since 2018. One of our special pups, Kenzo, came to us at the behest of his ER vet. Found on the street hit by a car, Kenzo was rushed by a good Samaritan to the local ER. He suffered from a brain injury, fractured leg, and bodily trauma, initially unable to walk, hold his head up, and possibly blind. With the guidance of his neurology vet, we gave him supportive care, trusting that puppy brains can heal. His brain healed with a residual head tilt, giving us a sweet, loving, active pup thriving in his adoptive home. We also assisted many shy and frightened shepherds who needed to learn to trust people, become at ease in new environments, and learn good pack manners thanks to resident dogs of our foster homes. Two of our dogs have become working dogs, completing service dog training and supporting their owners as hearing and seizure-alert dogs. A few of our dogs have completed therapy dog training and provide comfort through various venues. Since inception, we have assisted 24 municipal animal control shelters and partnered with seven rescues to bring shepherds to safety from the Sacramento Region south to Monterey County and north to Butte County. ShepHeroes was established in May 2018; our volunteer board and management team's experience saving shepherds encompasses over a decade of dedication to the breed.
"Shep Heroes has an amazing dog rescue team and resources throughout Northern California that facilitates GSD/GSD mixes finding their forever..."
— susan m.
Volunteer / foster
"I got my first German shepherd through the shepheros organization and I couldn’t be happier. I love my little bundle..."
— allie e.
Adoptee

Sammie’s Friends
#98 in United States, #24 in California, #2 in Sacramento
Sacramento
Sammie's Friends is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. Tax ID #52-2439192. The mission of Sammie's Friends is to provide medical care for the animals at the Nevada County Animal Shelter, making them adoptable, and to support other disadvantaged animals in Nevada County that without help would continue to suffer or would be euthanized. Sammie's Friends also operates the Nevada County Animal Shelter at 14647 McCourtney Road.
"Sammie's Friends is a wonderful, kind and caring Shelter who does their very best to find all dogs loving..."
— lynn m.
Fan
"Our local Community Top rescuers"
— evelyne l.
Supporter

Front Street Animal Shelter
#99 in United States, #25 in California, #3 in Sacramento
Sacramento
The Front Street Animal Shelter is located at 2127 Front Street (with a cross-street of Broadway) and is open 7 days a week from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Walk-ins are welcomed. No appointment needed. The Main Building is located next to the parking lot and provides services to those who wish to adopt a pet, search for their lost pet, and license their pet. The Reception Center is a short walk up the sidewalk and provides services to those who are bringing in a stray animal.
"They do so much to save these beautiful animals. Go above and beyond!"
— ashley o.
Supporter

NorCal Bully Breed Rescue
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
#26 in pit Bull
#3 in french Bulldog
#3 in english Bulldog
English Bulldog, French Bulldog, Pit Bull
Sacramento
NorCal Bully Breed Rescue is a foster-based rescue located in the Sacramento, California area. We do not have a facility that we operate out of, meaning our dogs are not kept in a shelter-type environment. Rather, our dogs reside in loving foster homes which provide them with the love, patience, and understanding required to allow them to become the very best that they can be. We specialize in pulling dogs from local shelters who would otherwise be considered “unadoptable”, for any variety of reasons: • They may have sustained a major medical injury that needs immediate medical attention that the shelter is unable to provide. • They may be a pregnant mama dog that can’t be adopted out and just needs a safe place to have her pups. • Or they may just be fearful and not showing well in a shelter environment. • These dogs just need a loving foster home to allow them to shine and show their true potential! Our ability to save these dogs is based entirely on donations from our amazing supporters, and on volunteer foster parents who open their hearts and homes to these dogs during their most desperate times. We allow them to show their true personality at whatever speed is needed for that particular dog. We don’t rush them. And we don’t force them to interact with other animals until they are ready. This allows us to get a true read on each of our dogs. To discover their likes and dislikes. To find out who and what they are compatible with. And to find them the best forever home for their specific personality.

NorCal Cocker Rescue
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
#2 in cocker Spaniel
Cocker Spaniel
Sacramento
NorCal Cocker Rescue, Inc. was established in 2013 by a group of experienced and dedicated animal welfare volunteers. Based in Sacramento, and serving the greater Northern California area, NorCal works with public shelters to place at risk Cocker Spaniels and Spaniel mixes in loving forever homes and also serves as a resource regarding the unique needs of the Cocker Spaniel breed. NorCal Cocker Rescue is an all-volunteer, not-for-profit Corporation, registered in the State of California.

Bay Area Rescue Keeshonden Inc.
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
Bay Area Rescue Keeshonden, Inc. (BARK) is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) Keeshond Rescue organization. Donations to BARK are tax-deductible. We love Keeshonden for the same reasons you’re visiting our website today. They’re beautiful, sweet, cheerful companions who bring us joy every day. It breaks our hearts to think of them sad and homeless, lost, or dying in shelters. We are a 100% volunteer, 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Our dedicated volunteers are passionate Keeshond lovers who devote their time and energy to saving the lives of these wonderful dogs and placing them in loving forever homes. Our volunteers have saved hundreds of Keeshonden! Our work is funded by donations from people like you. Many of our dogs come from shelters, where they’ve been lost or abandoned. Other dogs come from owners who are unable to care for them due to illness or other life changes. The typical Keeshond is a resilient, optimistic dog who bonds devotedly to a loving new family. What do we do? We care for each of our dogs in a comfortable foster home, where they’re treated as members of the family. Living with our dogs keeps our dogs happy while they await their forever homes, and enables our volunteers to evaluate each dog in a home setting and learn about the individual dog’s personality and needs. We have each dog examined by our veterinarian, tested for heartworms, vaccinated, microchipped, and spayed/neutered before adoption. We also provide appropriate testing and medical treatment on a case-by-case basis, to ensure each dog is as comfortable and healthy as possible. When you apply to adopt one of our dogs, our adoption process allows us to learn more about you, your home, your experience, lifestyle, and needs. We match our dogs with their new people very carefully. Our goal is for you and your new dog to be happy together!

ResQpaws Volunteer Organization
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
ResQpaws Volunteer Organization is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all-volunteer animal rescue group working to educate the community about responsible pet ownership and to rescue Sutter Animal Services shelter pets, as well as those about to be surrendered, by finding them foster and permanent homes. Email info@ResQpaws.org or call (530) 713-9079 if you have any questions about events, donating, sponsoring a shelter or foster pet, fostering, adopting, or volunteering.

Placer County Animal Services
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento

Foothill Dog Rescue of the Sierras
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
Foothill Dog Rescue is a non-profit, all volunteer organization dedicated to re-homing dogs from high-kill shelters and dogs from owners who can no longer care for them. Foothill Dog Rescue’s goal is to rescue dogs in need of a second chance, a new home and a new leash on life. This includes shelter dogs, those in unfit living conditions, sick or injured dogs, pregnant dogs and puppies which we ultimately will place in loving forever homes. Our rescue provides all necessary medical care including intake vaccines, spay/neuter, microchips, deworming and any necessary surgeries along with setting them up in nurturing, safe foster homes. We strive to get to know each dog, determine what their ideal home is and find the perfect fit for their needs. Foothill Dog Rescue assists underserved areas not only with re-homing dogs due to unfortunate circumstances, but also with supporting spay/neuter and vaccination clinics in order to be a part of the solution in reducing the amount of unwanted dogs in shelters and in our surrounding communities.

Happy Tails Pet Sanctuary
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
At Happy Tails, animals in need can receive the love, shelter, and medical care they need so desperately, and be given a second chance at life in a new forever home. After adoption, any Happy Tails animal can be returned, no questions asked. In addition to adoption services, our organization also provides spay and neuter care, vaccinations, and assistance programs for pet owners who are eldery, homeless, or low-income. Through our feral cat program, we also maintain multiple healthy, spayed and neutered feral cat communities throughout the Sacramento area.

Rotts of Friends Animal Rescue
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
The creation of Rotts of Friends is the long term dream of Renee Lancaster. As an experienced breeder of German Shepherds and Rottweilers for police, personal protection, and working companions, she has seen firsthand the growth of abuse and neglect of dogs of all breeds. The heart of Rotts of Friends started with the deep love and appreciation of the Rottweiler breed. For more than three decades, Renee has watched as this breed has gone from relative obscurity to public persecution. In 1981, Rottweiler's were an unknown breed. By 1990, the misplaced popularity with these dogs caused shelters to swell with increased numbers of Rottweilers and other "bad-boy" dogs. It was the love of the breed which pushed Renee to do more to save the Rottweiler from irresponsible breeding and ownership. With increased space being allocated to taking in these discarded animals, the message became clear that the willingness to help must extend to other breeds going through the same dilemma of abuse, neglect, over-population, and irresponsible ownership. Rottweilers were soon joined with German Shepherds, Pit Bulls, and other large breed dogs that became popularized and promptly persecuted. Rotts of Friends strives to educate the public about these breeds and the understanding of what breed, if any, is best for them, preventing pet overpopulation through spay and neuter, and offering programs to properly integrate dogs as a proper part of the family, including those with children and extended families.

Little Paws Doggie Rescue
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
Little Paws Doggie Rescue was the brainchild of four women in the Sacramento area that had been previously involved with another dog rescue years ago. In early 2020 we got to thinking that with the huge increase in dogs that had been adopted from shelters throughout the United States during the COVID-19 pandemic, there could be a massive problem once the pandemic was over. We were afraid that the majority of these dogs would be returned to the shelters when people went back to work. We decided to form Little Paws Doggie Rescue to help alleviate that problem, if it did occur. Even if our fears were not realized, we knew that there would always be a need for dog rescues such as Little Paws in the Sacramento area.

Kritter Kamp Rescue
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
Kritter Kamp Rescue is a Non-profit 501(c)3 Organization. We have been in existence for over eleven years. At Kritter Kamp Rescue, we care for and feed our rescue animals, have them vaccinated, spayed/neutered and give any additional urgent medical care. Our staff is dedicated to saving animals and our passion and love for what is we do is beyond measure. Our animals need a thriving environment while they wait for adoption so they are the best pet they can be. Kritter Kamp is a spacious vacation land for all pets. We have large open areas for animals to run and play either alone or with other boarding pets! Every pet will have access to an enclosed-outdoor space, indoor air-conditioned space, comfortable bedding, and tons of love. Come let your pet go to camp while you are out. Your pet will be taken care of by caring and loving professionals who have a true love and commitment to all animals.

Infinite Pawsabilities
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento

Yolo County Animal Services
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
The Friends of Yolo County Animal Services (YCAS) is a 501(c)3 charitable organization that provides resources to the Yolo County Animal Shelter in order to support the needs of animals. Our Focus is to improve the lives of animals, promote adoption and support the community through animal enrichment, training, humane education programs, and outreach.

California Animal Shelter Friends
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
California Animal Shelter Friends (CASF) is a 501(c3) non-profit corporation. We are a group of dedicated volunteers including animal trainers, veterinarians, veterinary technicians and other animal lovers. We dedicate our time and energy to saving shelter animals from euthanasia in the state of California. . We are based out of Northern California in the Sacramento area. We work primarily with animal shelters and veterinary hospitals in Central and Northern California. Our dedicated volunteers identify underage (orphaned or very young animals still with their mother in an animal shelter), injured or sick, but otherwise highly adoptable, homeless animals at risk of euthanasia. We rescue them and provide them with medical care, rehabilitation and placement into permanent, loving adoptive homes. All of the animals who come to our group are provided with comprehensive medical care while with us including: spay/neuter surgery, microchipping (permanent identification), deworming, vaccinations, flea and heartworm control, testing for common diseases (heartworm disease in adult dogs, FeLV/FIV in cats and kittens) and any other medical treatment or wellness care required (including treatment for any illness, surgery to repair any injuries, bloodwork, dental cleanings, etc. as needed). We have rescued dogs, puppies, cats and kittens from the following areas/shelters: Sacramento County Animal Care and Regulation, Sacramento City Animal Care, Sacramento SPCA, Colusa County Animal Care, Tracy Animal Shelter, Los Banos Animal Shelter, Redding (Haven Humane Society), Madera Animal Shelter, Merced Animal Shelter, Central California SPCA's Fresno Animal Shelter. Turlock City Animal Shelter, Yolo County Animal Care, Los Coches Animal Shelter, Tehama County Animal Care and Monterrey County Animal Shelter. We work with a wonderful network of shelters, veterinary hospitals and volunteers to get animals in need into our care. We'd like to thank everyone who helps us to save these deserving animals from euthanasia. Without the dedicated animal shelter workers and volunteers, transport volunteers, foster homes and loving adopters we couldn't do what we do.

NorCal Sheltie Rescue
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
NorCal Sheltie Rescue, Inc., a 501c(3) not-for-profit corporation, is an affiliate of the American Shetland Sheepdog Association Rescue Network and is organized and run from the Sacramento area of Northern California. We are an all-volunteer group made up of a network of Sheltie experts, adopters, foster homes, trainers, breeders, and fans all around Northern California. We do not have a central facility; our geographically diverse volunteer network locates, rescues, transports, fosters, evaluates, trains, and re-homes individual shelties on case-by-case basis. No volunteer receives any salary or financial benefit of any kind from NorCal Sheltie Rescue. Operating costs are entirely funded by donations. This corporation is a nonprofit public benefit corporation and is not organized for the private gain of any person. It is organized under the Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation Law for charitable purposes. The specific and primary purposed for which this corporation is formed are to provide prevention, information, education, and other charitable purposes against the cruelty to animals; contribute financial assistance to other similar organizations with similar purposes; be actively involved in the rescue, rehabilitation and placement for adoption of Shetland Sheepdogs (Shelties.)

Sacramento County Animal Care Services
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
Our Mission is to provide public safety and protect the health and welfare of animals in our communities through education and compassion.

Pits & Pals K9 Rescue, Inc.
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
Pits & Pals K9 Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (status pending) located in Sacramento, CA. Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and place stray, neglected, and shelter dogs with loving, responsible companions. We do not discriminate on age, breed, or ease of placement. Rather, we choose dogs based on temperament and potential to be wonderful companions. Before each dog can be adopted, they are evaluated for temperament, sterilized, microchipped, and their shots are updated. We are a fully volunteer-run and foster-based rescue. Adoption fees and donations are used to cover veterinary expenses, food, supplies, medication, and other necessary expenses. We rely on the support of our incredible fosters, volunteers, and donations from our generous community. Join us in our efforts to give these dogs a second chance at life and a loving forever home.

Colusa County Animal Control
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento

Rescue For Pet Sake
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
Rescue For Pet Sake is an all-volunteer nonprofit group dedicated to saving homeless and abandoned animals from euthanasia. We give them a second chance to find a forever home. We all deserve a second chance. Rescue For Pet Sake places non-aggressive dogs into temporary foster homes where they are socialized, spay/neutered, vaccinated, and treated for any medical or behavioral conditions which would otherwise limit their adoptability. We then actively seek out permanent quality homes for these deserving animals. You may be that home.

Coco Precious Fur Baby Recue
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
At our core, we are unwaveringly committed to rescuing and providing support for dogs facing homelessness and those in public shelters, especially those deemed at risk.

City of Elk Grove Animal Services
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
Elk Grove Animal Services and Animal Shelter is committed to providing exceptional service to all of our community members: canine, feline, human and more! We are here to ensure that all animals within our community are treated humanely by way of a variety of services and programs.

Good Sense Dogs
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
We believe in the connection between people and pets. Our goal is to improve the lives of people and pets alike. Good Sense Dogs has four programs that serve the community with an eye towards helping pets and people alike: • Our education program, Ahead with Tails, gives communities that are often otherwise without pet care knowledge or resources the tools they need to be capable pet owners and, potentially, with vocational skills to help them in the future. • Our rescue, Sensitive Souls, gives critical and terminally ill homeless pet owners an option for permanency for their beloved pets, so they may receive the care they need. We are partnered with Joshua’s House of Sacramento to receive and care for the animals of their clients. • Our therapy dog program trains, certifies and connects teams to facilities in the Sacramento area looking to have dog visits for their clients and residents. • Our outreach program assists the most vulnerable pet owning populations of Sacramento with pet food, equipment, resources and training advice. Good Sense Dogs is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that depends on donations and grants to reach our goals and serve the public.

Chako Pit Bull Rescue
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
#26 in pit Bull
Pit Bull
Sacramento
Chako Pit Bull Rescue aims to alleviate the persecution of Pit Bulls by finding homes for Pit Bulls in need, promoting responsible dog ownership, and standing against breed discrimination. Although our Pit Bull rescue is based in Sacramento, California we work on both a state and national level. We provide advocacy efforts for responsible dog owners, free and low cost Pit Bull classes, and educational events throughout the year.

Placer Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
For over 50 years, Placer SPCA has played a compassionate role in our community by matching homeless pets with those searching for a companion, reuniting lost pets with their owners, and enabling struggling families and individuals to keep their pets when times are tough. We are building an 8,800 square foot facility to benefit pets and their owners in our community.

Yuba County Animal Care Services
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
Animal Care Services is a division of the Yuba County Sheriff’s Department. Animal Care Services provides service for the unincorporated areas of Yuba County. Animal Care Services does not provide field services to the City of Wheatland, City of Marysville, or Beale Air Force Base; however it does provide licensing services for the City of Wheatland ONLY.

Center for Animal Protection and Education
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
The Center for Animal Protection and Education (CAPE) works to save the lives of individual animals and to educate people about ways in which they can alleviate animal suffering. Founded in 1992, CAPE has saved thousands of animals. Those who are older, injured or recovering from an illness are placed into loving homes through CAPE's Assisted Living Program. In 2012 CAPE established the CAPE Animal Sanctuary in Grass Valley, California, which is a permanent home for dozens of animals with special needs and burros removed from their native habitats on public lands by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management. In 2017 CAPE, in collaboration with Compassion Without Borders, founded a dog shelter in Santa Rosa, CA called Muttopia. Muttopia is a safe place to temporarily house rescued dogs. CAPE also offers educational opportunities to inform people about issues animals face in society. CAPE programs emphasize that all animals have the right to a long, full life, free from suffering.

Fosters & Paws
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
At Fosters & Paws Rescue, our vision is a world where all animals are treated with respect and kindness. We're dedicated to saving animals and helping animals in need. Our mission, through rescue efforts, education programs, and advocacy work, is to create a more compassionate and humane society. We believe in a future where shelters are no longer necessary because all animals have responsible and caring owners, and where animal cruelty and neglect are a thing of the past. Together, we work towards a world where every animal has the opportunity to live happy and healthy lives in loving homes. Join us in our mission to make this vision a reality.

NorCal Aussie Rescue, Inc.
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
#3 in border Collie
#4 in australian Shepherd
Australian Shepherd, Border Collie
Sacramento
Welcome to NorCal Aussie Rescue, a California State nonprofit public benefit corporation. Our Federal Tax ID number: # 26-0076953. We rescue, evaluate and then place wonderful Australian Shepherds in just the right new home. This takes time! We do not adopt out of state. Aussies can be moderately active to extremely active, needy or independent, child-friendly or child-intolerant. Aussies are not always good with children. Most of our Aussies are strays and we cannot be assured they are good with children. Read more about Aussies: Is An Aussie the Right Dog For You. Please make sure you view our Shelter Listings as well as the Related Links because there are many nice dogs in shelters that have very limited time. Choosing the best possible home for each individual dog is a very time consuming task - please be patient! If you are interested in adopting one of our Aussies, please fill out an Adoption Application. If you've submitted an application, please be patient...we receive 20-30 applications per day.

Chows Plus
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
Chows Plus Rescue is an All-Volunteer, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization - Tax ID #27-3935168 Chows Plus is located in the Sacramento Area and Grass Valley, CA. CP was founded by Cheryl Douglass, Karl Cobler and Tiffany Jones. Our goal is to find loving homes for abandoned dogs before they are killed. We rescue Chow Chows and Chow mixes and other deserving dogs as our resources allow. Chows Plus only adopts to verified good homes. An adoption application and home check are required. All dogs are spayed or neutered, current on shots, heartworm tested and on preventative. Chows Plus microchips their dogs and encourages others to do the same. Chows Plus often rescues dogs that would be passed up by other rescues because of the vet expense, rehab time and time to adopt. We are grateful for all the wonderful people who help make this possible for the dogs. If you would like to help there are many ways. We always need foster parents, vet sponsors, drivers, crates, food, medicine, etc. Please email Cheryl if you would like to help: crazy4chows@sbcglobal.net

Wilton Animal Rescue aka WAR
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
Wilton Animal Rescue, Inc Non-Profit knows that our strength lies not only in the words we stand by, but most importantly through the actions of our initiatives. Back in 2000, our Animal Rescue Service realized that by working together we could overcome our challenges much more efficiently, and that is why we ultimately decided to launch Wilton Animal Rescue, Inc Non-Profit.

Haven Dog Rescue
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
We are a volunteer organization that work with homeless and abandoned dogs. We operate in Roseville CA, and the Greater Sacramento area. We do not have a shelter. All our dogs are in foster care, so foster homes are always needed. Our dogs are fully vetted and we can usually tell you something about their behavior and their likes and dislikes. Our adoption fees are $250 - $350 and less for older dogs like seniors. Adoption fees and small donations are what fund this rescue. None of us are paid and we mostly all have day jobs, Feel free to contact us to make a donation to help sustain our dogs while in our care. We are currently trying to raise enough money to revamp the dogs play yard and possibly ad a meet and greet area. We always need volunteers to help us with yard care, walking the dogs and meet and greets. Interested Adopters should complete the application and follow up with a call the next day if you haven’t heard anything. Thank you for adopting :)

Junebug Foundation
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento

Sacramento SPCA
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
The Sacramento SPCA is an open admission animal shelter, which means we accept animals that are surrendered to us regardless of health, age, breed or behavior. Open admission shelters play an essential role in providing care to the thousands of animals that would otherwise have no safe refuge. The Sacramento SPCA believes in helping the greatest number of animals with our available resources. Euthanasia is determined by the results of the animal's health and behavioral evaluation and the resources we have available to us at the time. The Sacramento SPCA is committed to saving animal lives and practices each step of the "nokill" equation including: providing medical care, adoptions, working on behavior and training, developing partnerships within the community and with rescue groups, maintaining a strong foster program, providing free services to seniors to keep their pets, and operating an on-site low-cost spay/neuter and vaccine clinic. We utilize every resource we have before the difficult decision to euthanize is considered. The Sacramento SPCA also offers an option for owned animals when there is a verified need for end of life services.

NorCal Rescue Pups
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
NorCal Rescue Pups started saving shelter dogs in the Sacramento area and seeing the need throughout the state of California, NorCal expanded, rescuing death row dogs in northern AND southern California. Only those slated to die are rescued first so they may once again find a forever home. NorCal Rescue Pups is committed to reducing the pet population through spay and neuter of every saved shelter dog. And, each dog is thoroughly vetted so you know your new best friend is healthy.

German Shepherd Rescue of Sacramento Valley
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
#15 in german Shepherd
German Shepherd
Sacramento
German Shepherd Rescue of Sacramento Valley (GSRSV) is a tax-exempt (501-c-3), charitable organization dedicated to finding good homes for German Shepherd Dogs (GSDs) and GSD mixes at risk of being placed in shelters, or who are already in shelters and potentially facing euthanasia. GSRSV is an independent rescue organization operated by one individual: Brian Foran (left with Sierra, Aug 2008). Though countless volunteers and benefactors have supported--and continue to support--GSRSV, I run and primarily fund the program, as I have since February 2001. Background Prior to Feb. 2001, GSRSV was the rescue program of the German Shepherd Dog Club of Sacramento Valley. I volunteered for this program beginning in November 2000 by fostering dogs and eventually developing this Website. Weary of five years of rescue work, the woman who ran the rescue program for the breed club asked if I would take it over, and I did so on February 1, 2001. From that point on, GSRSV was an independent organization no longer affiliated with the breed club. GSRSV's original focus was rescuing dogs from shelters, and the vast majority of the dogs I've rescued have come from shelters. (See the Rescue Records from 2000 to the present year in the menu to the left.) However, beginning in 2006, I began an effort to reduce the number of dogs that I personally care for. Because there are so many GSDs (and, of course, other breeds) in need of rescue at shelters, the only way to downsize was to stop taking in so many dogs from those shelters. However, I also receive numerous calls from individuals who need assistance in placing their own GSDs or GSDs that they have found, and I wanted to continue helping these dogs out. So now, my primary focus is on finding homes for other people's GSDs, while I continue to assist GSDs and GSD mixes in Sacramento-area shelters by posting them on my Website--and occasionally rescuing them. How does GSRSV work? GSRSV is essentially a fostering agency. I am not a shelter, and though I do have a facility to keep numerous rescued dogs, I do not have the means to accept dogs on a "drop off" basis. When I rescue a dog, I either keep it at my rescue facility in Pleasant Grove, or bring it to a foster home. Unfortunately, very few people are committed enough to foster dogs, which limits the number of dogs that I can rescue. If you are interested in becoming a foster caretaker, please let me know! The dogs at GSRSV's rescue facility live communally, without cages (except when eating), and nearly all are welcome in the house 24/7 via a dog door. I try to provide as much of a home environment for the dogs in my care as possible while I seek to find them permanent homes. Foster caretakers do the same.

Angels Rescuing Kritters
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
Angels Rescuing Kritters is a non-profit 501(c)3 animal foundation located in Weimar, California. We have been in operation since 2002. We started trapping feral cats that were dumped at our local grocery store where the owners gave us permission to spay/neuter and release. Many of them are still there 11 years later because the whole town of Weimar stepped up to help. They continue to feed and help us care for the colony. We then started helping the public and expanded to rescuing dogs and horses. ARKhas partnered with our County's Animal Control to become a No-Kill County while collaborating with other rescues to eventually become a No-Kill Nation. We assist Placer County Animal Services with adoptions of cats, dogs and horses. We rely on donations from the public, adoption fees, and fund raisers to survive financially, but our volunteers are the heart of the organization.

Greater California German Shepherd Rescue Inc
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
#15 in german Shepherd
German Shepherd
Sacramento
Greater California German Shepherd Rescue is an all-volunteer California-based animal-rescue group serving the areas surrounding Sacramento, Modesto, Merced, Lake Tahoe, the North San Francisco Bay and parts of the East SF Bay areas, including area codes 209, 530, 707, and 916 and, to a lesser extent, area codes 510 and 925. We are a small group of dedicated volunteers who rescue homeless German Shepherd Dogs from life-threatening situations such as shelters and find them permanent homes with qualified owners. We work cooperatively with animal shelters, professional trainers, and other rescue groups toward our common goals of saving dogs’ lives and educating the public about responsible pet ownership. Greater California German Shepherd Rescue began its operations in December 2007 and is a nonprofit public charity under IRS code 501(c)(3). Our adoption fees are insufficient to pay the cost of rescuing the dogs, and we rely on your tax-deductible donations to pay for vet care, dog food, and other necessities. We invite you to help us save these superb dogs! Please contact us or come visit us at one of our Adoption Days.

Scooter's Pals
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One night in May 2005, Susan Wallace was awakened by her barking dogs and the pungent smell of gasoline. A man who had cleaned her carpets two days before had returned, now in a meth-induced rage. During his senseless attack, Susan’s throat was slashed, she was viciously stabbed, her home was destroyed by fire, and two of her beloved dogs, Molly and Scooter, were killed. Miraculously, Susan survived. During her long, painful recovery, Susan searched for a way to turn her grief into positive energy. She discovered that giving a second chance at life to abandoned dogs — especially those on Death Row in a shelter — somehow helped Susan’s heart heal from Scooter’s loss. Founded in 2008 by Susan as a life-affirming tribute to Scooter and Molly, Scooter's Pals is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation dedicated to saving as many dogs as possible from needless death. We have evolved into a dynamic, all-volunteer group who all share the belief that keeping our companion animals safe, giving them the care, love, and respect that they deserve is an effective way to build a better community.

Sierra Pacific Great Pyrenees Club
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
The Sierra Pacific Great Pyrenees Club (SPGPC) is an affiliated member of the Great Pyrenees Club of America and we are an independently licensed club member of the American Kennel Club. SPGPC is located in the Greater Sacramento area. The club was born out of enthusiasm for the Great Pyrenees breed and has been sustained by a dedicated group of dog owners since October 1996. There is something for everyone in the Club. Our Members include obedience and conformation exhibitors, pet owners, people, and their dogs who do therapy-dog volunteer work, people who enjoy the social activities the Club has to offer, and volunteers who support the efforts of our club with dogs that come into our rescue program.

Resilient Dog Rescue
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
We are a non-profit organization committed to saving the lives of high-risk dogs through adoption, support advocacy, and community outreach. OUR FIGHT The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) estimates that approximately 3.3 million dogs enter the U.S. shelters every year. Tragically, it is estimated that 670,000 of these dogs are euthanized annually. A TEAM THAT CAN BE TRUSTED Although Resilient Dog Rescue is breed-inclusive, our focus is on those dogs who need us most, and unfortunately the numbers don’t lie: according to the ASPCA’s Comprehensive Animal Risk Database System, year after year the top three most represented breeds entering into and euthanized in shelters nationwide are “Pit Bull” type dogs, Chihuahuas, and Labrador Retrievers. FINDING THEIR FUR-EVER HOME While some of these dogs are eventually returned to their owners and others find new forever families, so many amazingly resilient and sweet souls are euthanized simply because they’ve run out of time. Every dog deserves a chance at a happy ending, and SacRDR is devoted to saving, rehabilitating, and rehoming as many as possible. VOLUNTEER RUN, COMMUNITY DRIVEN Based out of the greater Sacramento area, our group is volunteer-run and completely foster-based. While applications are carefully reviewed to ensure a match with the perfect adoptive home, SacRDR dogs receive love, much-needed affection, and any necessary medical or behavioral attention with their foster families. All dogs are spayed or neutered, fully vaccinated, microchipped, and current on flea/tick and heartworm preventative before moving on to their forever homes.

Yolo County SPCA
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
The Yolo County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, or YCSPCA, was founded in 1974 by a group of dedicated people committed to improving the lives of animals in our community. Through our adoption program, public education and outreach, and active promotion of the benefits of spaying and neutering, Yolo County SPCA strives to provide a better future for the people and pets in our community.

Sacramento Independent Animal Rescuers
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Sacramento
Sacramento Independent Animal Rescuers is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Our purpose is to aid stray, abandoned, and neglected animals. To date, over 2,500 dogs and cats have been rescued and placed into wonderful homes in the past few years. In order to provide these services, we work with the community shelters, rescue organizations, and individuals who have animals with special needs and place these animals in permanent homes after they reach a stage of wellness. Many of our rescued animals, especially those that were rescued from the shelters initially had kennel cough, pneumonia, or giardia with the extreme cases having the parvo or distemper viruses. We rely on tax deductible money donations as well as food and other pet supplies that will allow us to continue to save lives! All of our companion pets have been neutered or spayed and given all current vaccinations. This also provides the community with healthier animals and aids in the reduction of the outspread of illness and future homeless offspring. WE ARE NOT A SHELTER, most of the animals listed here are either in foster care, or at a dog boarding facility, or still at an animal shelter and posted on our site as a courtesy posting only. The adoption fee for animals being adopted by SIAR can range from $75 -$100 (for kitties) and $150-$400 (for dogs) and depends on the animal and associated costs. The adoption fee helps up recuperate the thousands of dollars spent yearly on rehabilitation and allows us to continue to rescue animals in need.

Pet Assistance League of Northern California
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
We strive to rescue and rehabilitate animals, offering them a second chance at a fulfilling life. We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, community education, and the humane treatment of all living beings. Together, we aspire to create a region where every animal receives the care and love they deserve, and no pet is left behind.

Malamute Rescue and Rehabilitation of Northern California
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
To recover & place into foster homes Malamute Dogs from Animal Control Facilities, local animal rescue organizations, and individual people across Northern California, to rescue from harm and neglect, physically and behaviorally rehabilitate into an adoptable dog, and then rehome into a nurturing, permanent, homes. We will use private Veterinarians convenient to our foster homes. We will occasionally rescue other northern breed dogs, as foster space and finances, permit. Should we find ourselves void dogs, or in possession of surplus funds, we may allocate funds to other dog rescues in need.

El Dorado County German Shepherd Rescue
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
#15 in german Shepherd
German Shepherd
Sacramento
EDCGSR is a non profit corporation (Tax ID: 48-1272724) providing shelter and care for displaced German Shepherd dogs. Our operation houses several dogs, however not all are adoptable due to behavior or physical issues.

4ever Yours Rescue Inc.
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
Sacramento
4ever Yours is a small rescue organization that focuses on removing dogs with medical needs from less-than-ideal situations and providing quality medical and rehabilitation. The rescue recently moved to a larger location and has added a sanctuary for permanently disabled dogs. Since the rescue is new and has recently undergone a massive change, we are in need of assistance with marketing, income, and growth to support the dogs. As a 501c3 non-profit, we have limited ways to increase our revenue and typically hemorrhage funds with each medical intake. Adoption fees and donations make up almost 100% of our operating budget and we have a constant need to increase donations to stay afloat. We take a very personalized approach to the adoption process which allows for closer bonds as well as clear and specific targeting of appropriate adopters. Key Message: All dogs deserve loving 4ever homes. Purpose • Rescue dogs from high kill shelters and owner surrender. • Reduce intake rate of dogs to the Animal shelters • Chip, Spay, and Neuter • Responsible rehoming practices

Homeward Bound Golden Retriever Rescue
#100 in United States, #26 in California, #4 in Sacramento
#7 in golden Retriever
Golden Retriever
Sacramento
Homeward Bound Golden Retriever Rescue & Sanctuary was founded in the year 2000 based on a promise made to our founders' beloved Golden, Chelsea. Since then, we saved more than 11,200 dog lives through comprehensive rescue and adoption programs. Thanks to the vision and generosity of our founders, Jody and Mike Jones, we have carved out a peaceful haven from eight acres of the countryside where dogs can run, play, train, and be loved on their journeys to forever homes. Our facility provides refuge for dogs in immediate need. A robust foster program supplements our efforts so more can be saved. For those whose extreme age or health issues have rendered them unlikely to be adopted, they are welcome to live out their lives with us in sanctuary. None of this would be possible without you ‚ the hundreds of volunteers, supporters, adopters, fosters, and partners who truly are the heart of Homeward Bound.

What's the Sniffspot Sacramento Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List About?

Welcome to the 2024 Sacramento, CA Sniffspot Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List, highlighting the top rescues and shelters in Sacramento, CA chosen by the Sniffspot community and the public.

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Sniffspot Sacramento Dog Rescues & Shelters Frequently Asked Questions

How many dog rescues and shelters operate in Sacramento?

There are 49 in Sacramento. Outside of Sacramento, there are 651 located in California.

What are the most reputable dog rescues and shelters in Sacramento?

There are many reputable rescues in Sacramento, the top 3 on our list are: ShepHeroes, Sammie’s Friends, Front Street Animal Shelter.

What specialized services do dog rescues and shelters in Sacramento offer?

The most common specialization for dog rescues and shelters in Sacramento is Australian Shepherd with 1 focusing on it. The second most common specialization is Border Collie with 1 focusing on it.

How can I adopt a rescue dog in Sacramento?

Using our list of the top dog rescues and shelters, you can find a reputable shelter in Sacramento. The adoption policies of each shelter varies and you can find information on the shelter profile page. Here is an example adoption policy:
Lifelong placement is our goal! Our German Shepherds are spayed or neutered and microchipped, heartworm tested and treated if positive, have core vaccinations, and are treated with flea and tick prevention. To ensure every match succeeds, we ask you to complete our adoption questionnaire and join our adoption counselors in finding your lifelong best friend.

Are there any breed-specific dog rescues and shelters in Sacramento?

Yes! Sacramento has the following types of breed-specific dog rescues and shelters: Australian Shepherd Border Collie Cocker Spaniel English Bulldog French Bulldog Golden Retriever Pit Bull German Shepherd

Can you recommend any dog rescues in Sacramento that specialize in senior dogs?

We do not have any record of senior dog rescues and shelters in Sacramento, but these are the closest cities with senior dog rescues and shelters: Huntington Beach, Los Angeles, Salinas

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June 25, 2024

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David Adams is a man of many passions, but his love for dogs stands above all. He is not only a dog lover, but also the founder of an innovative platform called Sniffspot. This unique platform connects dog owners with private property owners who are willing to rent out their space for off-leash playtime. While the idea of Sniffspot was initially conceived by his wife, Rebecca, David has been the driving force behind its remarkable success, tirelessly overseeing its growth and development. David's dedication to providing safe and enjoyable spaces for dogs to play, explore, and socialize is evident in his unwavering commitment to Sniffspot. He strongly believes that dogs need ample space and opportunities to stretch their legs and have fun. As a result, he has worked tirelessly to build a network of private property owners across the country who share his vision and are willing to offer their space for the benefit of dogs and their owners. Despite his busy schedule, David always finds time to indulge in his passion for the great outdoors. He loves nothing more than exploring new hiking trails and embarking on thrilling outdoor adventures. Whenever he is not working on Sniffspot, he can often be found hiking or visiting multi-acre fenced sniffspots with his two beloved dogs, Soba and Toshii. He is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys the fresh air, breathtaking scenery, and the sense of freedom that comes with being in nature. David is based in Salem, MA.

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