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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters in the United States in 2024

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David Adams

June 25, 2024

Dog Rescues & Shelters

This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in the United States. 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.

    Bunny's Buddies
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    san diegoCaliforniaUS
    Love the work that Bunny's Buddies is doing! They go above and beyond to help rescue, rehab, place, and provide continued support for all of the dogs they save!
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    Bunny's Buddies

    #1 in United States, #1 in California, #1 in San Diego

    San Diego

    Bunny's Buddies works tirelessly to save dogs from slaughterhouses, the streets and kill shelters in Asia and the USA.

    "Love the work that Bunny's Buddies is doing! They go above and beyond to help rescue, rehab, place, and provide..."

    amanda c.

    Supporter, Fan

    "Awesome what they do. They deserve to win."

    yda r.

    Supporter


  • Dalis To The Rescue
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    303 Valley Avenue, Alma, MI 48801
    lansingMichiganUS
    I first connected with Dalis when I worked for a local radio station and we were looking for an organization to partner with for a weekly adoptable pet feature. I’d heard many people rave about Dalis and followed her rescue, Dalis to the Rescue, on social media. I reached out to Dalis and asked if she would be interested. She asked what the cost would be, and was shocked when I explained that it wouldn’t cost her a thing except her time for a weekly early morning visit to the station with an adoptable pet. Though she already had so much on her plate, she enthusiastically jumped at the opportunity to spread the word about Dalis to the Rescue, the adoptable animals in the rescue’s care, and the importance of spaying and neutering. I’ve gone from being a DTTR fan to a “family member” when I adopted my sweet dog Molly. DTTR namesake, Dalis Hitchcock, is one of the hardest working human being that I’ve ever met. She, and everyone associated with DTTR, dedicate much of their lives to helping animals (and people) in need, educating the public about animal care, and offering low cost spay and neuter clinics. Dalis to you Rescue deserves more recognition than anyone could ever give, so I wholeheartedly support the organization for this award.
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    Dalis To The Rescue

    #2 in United States, #1 in Michigan, #1 in Lansing

    Lansing

    At our rescue, we are not only dedicated to matching our dogs with the perfect home, we are also dedicated to educating our community about the benefits of spaying and neutering as Dalis herself raised the funds to build a surgical room at our rescue where we host low cost spay and neuter clinics for the public. We are not exclusive to one area or county, in fact many people use our services from all over the state of Michigan and even some out of state including Wisconsin, Ohio, and Indiana. Dalis heart belongs to the misunderstood, the old, and the disabled. She always says that her goal is to rescue, but that her dream is that one day she won't have to.

    "I first connected with Dalis when I worked for a local radio station and we were looking for an organization..."

    erin r.

    Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Supporter, Fan

    "Dalis is awesome!!"

    cass s.

    Supporter


  • Sky Sanctuary Rescue
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    14861 N. Cave Creek Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85032
    phoenixArizonaUS
    Sky Sanctuary is truly amazing! They put their heart and soul as well as pull out every resource they have at their disposal for each and every animal they take into their care. To say they go above and beyond is an understatement because they absolutely give every animal everything they have to give them the best chance possible. No medical condition is too big nor is a vet bill to much for them to help the animals they take under their wing. They take the animals that others just cannot handle and also know when it’s an animal that they will have to have remain with them forever. However those that do get to go to be adopted are given all the tools including training so they can live out their best lives 🫶
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    Sky Sanctuary Rescue

    #3 in United States, #1 in Arizona, #1 in Phoenix

    Phoenix

    Sky Sanctuary specialize in the humane capture and rescue of stray, fearful and injured animals from the streets of Phoenix, Arizona, the surrounding desert areas and local shelters. We often rescue the abandoned, lost and forgotten animals. Fiercely advocating for the animals in our care. Often our animals have extensive and complex medical needs that require a profound level of specialty medical care. Not only do we invest in our animal's physical health, we utilize a trusted group of trainers to build confidence, empower and improve our animal's mental well-being in order to live peaceful, happy lives in family homes. We are very different from other animal rescue organizations. We are "boots on the ground" in our community while passionately fight for the dogs and animals no one else has the courage to take on. We have a knack for finding ourselves in pretty breathtaking scenarios- some call it divine intervention, others call it luck. We live by the mantra "if not me then who?". We are funded solely by public donations through social media. We are grateful for the opportunity to help these animals. We would go to any length to #SAVETHESTREETDOGS

    "Sky Sanctuary is truly amazing! They put their heart and soul as well as pull out every resource they have..."

    christina p.

    Fan

    "Sky Sanctuary has gone above and beyond in street dog animal rescue. They have taken quarantined sick animals, animals that..."

    selena l.

    Volunteer / foster


  • Emotional Rescue LLC
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    We are 100% foster based with no building
    minneapolisMinnesotaUS
    Emotional Rescue llc takes on dogs that are not perfect to others but perfect to them. Not only that the heart and soul that goes into this. You see the heart they have when caring for a sick pup. They give it their all and they will continue to fight for these animals through and through. We need more people like them in the world. It will be a very very sad place when they are gone, certainly hope more people can step up and take their place.
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    Emotional Rescue LLC

    #4 in United States, #1 in Minnesota, #1 in Minneapolis

    Minneapolis

    Emotional Rescue specializes in homeless dogs that need medical care. We rehabilitate the body, mind and soul of dogs that had no one to care for them.

    "Emotional Rescue llc takes on dogs that are not perfect to others but perfect to them. Not only that the..."

    kim s.

    Fan

    "Emotional Rescue does an amazing job of saving dogs and educating current and would be dog owners! Shannon Tar is..."

    margo m.

    Supporter


  • Doggie Protective Services (DPS)
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    huntington beachCaliforniaUS
    DPS Has been a fantastic organization to foster with for nearly 7 years. I have had 113 different dogs. All except the current one have been adopted. DPS works very hard to find the best and right home for the dogs. They have taken on very difficult cases of dogs with multiple injuries and have done a magnificent job rehabilitating. I am so fortunate that a good friend adopted the first foster dog we had and I get to see him as he is the most precious little guy, even after losing his right leg to cancer. DPS has enriched my life in so many ways and is so deserving of this recognition.
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    Doggie Protective Services (DPS)

    Huntington Beach

    "DPS Has been a fantastic organization to foster with for nearly 7 years. I have had 113 different dogs. ..."

    jane h.

    Volunteer / foster

    "We adopted both our dogs Poe and Finn from DPS. They were both healthy and happy when we met them...."

    jeri j.

    Adoptee


  • FurryTail Endings Animal Rescue
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    huntington beachCaliforniaUS
    Furrytail endings is the best rescue I have worked with - very professional and super passionate and highly productive saving dogs from death row in LA
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    FurryTail Endings Animal Rescue

    Huntington Beach

    We save dogs from high kill shelters & off the streets to find each of them their perfect #FurryTailEnding.

    "Furrytail endings is the best rescue I have worked with - very professional and super passionate and highly productive..."

    ashley f.

    Volunteer / foster

    "This rescue actively helps save dogs from kill shelters, as well as uses their platform of thousands of followers to..."

    vanessa r.

    Supporter, Fan


  • Texas Husky Rescue
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    dallasTexasUS
    HuskyHusky
    They are determined to provide the best care for Huskies in need. They go above and beyond to make sure the dogs in their care get the best help. They are transparent and have a clearly defined processes. They are quick to response to any questions.
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    Texas Husky Rescue

    #7 in United States, #1 in Texas, #1 in Dallas
    #1 in husky

    Husky

    Dallas

    Texas Husky Rescue, Inc. was created in May 2009 as a non-profit 501(c)3 animal rescue organization that is run entirely by volunteers and does not have a paid staff or a shelter. Texas Husky Rescue, Inc relies solely on volunteer foster families to take huskies into their homes until permanent, qualified, and loving homes can be found. Texas Husky Rescue, Inc. is a responsible animal adoption agency and ensures that none of our dogs will ever contribute to the overpopulation of dogs in our community. The work of Texas Husky Rescue, Inc. is supported by tax-deductible contributions by individuals, corporations, and grants. Our initial goal when we began in 2009 was to save 30 huskies from area shelters. We have rescued over 2,500 and counting.

    "They are determined to provide the best care for Huskies in need. They go above and beyond to make sure..."

    sumedha l.

    Volunteer / foster

    "I adopted the love of my life from THR in 2012, we sadly helped him cross the Rainbow Bridge December..."

    mary j.

    Adoptee, Supporter, Fan


  • American Brittany Rescue, Inc.
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    Naperville
    illinoisUS
    American Brittany Rescue has been a part of my life for about 20 years. I had two beloved full sisters from different litters given to me by a family member. One day I saw an actor who was at the time a contestant on Dancing With the Stars being interviewed on a talk show and first heard about ABR from him. I made contact with the ABR website, applied to foster , and soon was asked to pick up a dog in a high kill shelter about 25 miles away. He became my first AND second foster. Bryce was placed but I sensed the husband wasn't 100% on board. Sure enough he came back to rescue in a matter of days. I was lucky enough to get him back and was very, very careful with subsequent placements to trust my instincts and to make sure it was the right fit. ABR wants dogs placed but it isn't about how fast you move them out. I kept 2 older sisters for a year before they were placed. They both had numerous health issues which were dealt with (and paid for by ABR) before they were placed. At last count, I have fostered about 30 brits for ABR and I've been lucky enough to adopt 3 of them. I've also met many wonderful people via the phone and on transports. ABR is truly a family that cares about its members. ABR creates circles of friends but it also creates families. I
  • American Brittany Rescue, Inc. Logo

    American Brittany Rescue, Inc.

    #8 in United States, #1 in Illinois

    Illinois

    American Brittany Rescue, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization formed in 1991 as a cooperative effort of Brittany owners, breeders, trainers, and fanciers who ABR believes have a responsibility not only for their own dogs and the dogs they produce, but for the breed as a whole. For 30 years, the organization of volunteers has worked to rescue Brittanys and place them in loving homes. Over the years, thousands of dogs have found hope and a forever home, thanks to our placement efforts. Nearly 9,000 dogs have been rescued and lovingly adopted into carefully selected households. Included in this number are dogs from nearly every state, Canada as well as Greece and Spain. This work is accomplished by an army of dedicated ABR volunteers. There are over 1,500 amazing, active volunteers located within all 50 states and across Canada. From the President and Board members to the volunteers and the all-important foster families, each one plays an important role.

    "American Brittany Rescue has been a part of my life for about 20 years. I had two beloved full..."

    kay c.

    Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Supporter, Fan

    "A very dedicated and professional group of people that have only one thing in mind, the welfare of the dog..."

    buddy g.

    Volunteer / foster


  • South Coast Humane Society
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    828 Railroad Avenue Brookings Oregon 97415
    OregonUS
    The absolute BEST rescue in Oregon! If it weren’t for the tireless work that Jen Alcorn and her staff put in each day, I would not have my Kona. She was just one of many dogs in a shelter in Fresno, CA, who would have been euthanized, if not for Jen and her team, who rescued her 4 years ago. She now lives the life of a very good dog on the Oregon Coast (but my California girl still doesn’t like rain).
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    South Coast Humane Society

    #9 in United States, #1 in Oregon

    South Coast Humane Society Believes in the UNDERDOG!! We are a progressive rescue organization that serves not only our community but animals from all over the world. We give the second chance that an animal needs!! We help our community with low cost spay/neuter and medical wellness that would otherwise not be available.

    "The absolute BEST rescue in Oregon! If it weren’t for the tireless work that Jen Alcorn and her staff..."

    erin r.

    Adoptee, Supporter, Fan

    "Jennifer is amazing with these dogs who are dramatized at kill shelters and by bad owners she pulls them out..."

    wendy h.

    Fan


  • The London Sanctuary
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    We are foster based.
    jacksonvilleFloridaUS
    Beagle, Puppy, Senior dogBeagle, Puppy, Senior dog
    The London Sanctuary (TLS) is the best. Connie, Jay, the volunteers and fosters work tirelessly to rescue and adopt out as many dogs as possible...often times overextending themselves and their financial resources. Their efforts are recognized and very much appreciated.
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    The London Sanctuary

    #10 in United States, #1 in Florida, #1 in Jacksonville
    #1 in puppy
    #1 in beagle
    #1 in senior dog

    Beagle, Puppy, Senior dog

    Jacksonville

    The London Sanctuary is a nonprofit exclusive hound rescue and sanctuary. TLS provides long-term care for dogs who are unable to be placed due to their advanced age or medical needs. We also work to place adoptable hounds in their forever homes who have been rescued from government-run shelters around the Southeastern U.S. or were abandoned forest hounds in more rural areas in NE Florida.

    "The London Sanctuary (TLS) is the best. Connie, Jay, the volunteers and fosters work tirelessly to rescue and adopt..."

    brenda l.

    Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Supporter, Fan

    "These wonderful people help me adopt my beagle mix about five years ago. They are so dedicated to these..."

    nancy w.

    Adoptee


  • Golden Rescue South Florida, Inc
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    Foster based rescue, no physical location.
    miamiFloridaUS
    Golden Retriever, GoldendoodleGolden Retriever, Goldendoodle
    Golden rescue of south Florida are truly a wonderful and caring organization that rescues dogs throughout the world. Because of the efforts in Puerto Rico after hurricane Irma we were able to adopt our sweet girl Maya which was a blessing to us. They are constantly helping rescue dogs in other countries from deplorable conditions. They also held raise funds to be able for golden sin need to receive surgeries necessary for their survival be helping to raise money in their behalf.
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    Golden Rescue South Florida, Inc

    Golden Retriever, Goldendoodle

    Miami

    Since 2005, Golden Rescue South Florida, Inc. ‚'GRSF' a 501c3 non-profit registered charitable organization has been dedicated to rescuing and rehoming displaced Golden Retrievers and Golden at Heart Retrievers. We are all-volunteer and foster-based organization who place abandoned, unwanted, displaced, or abused, Golden Retrievers and "Golden At Heart" dogs with safe, loving forever families in South Florida where each dog will receive the second chance they so richly deserve.

    "Golden rescue of south Florida are truly a wonderful and caring organization that rescues dogs throughout the world. Because..."

    judi c.

    Adoptee, Supporter

    "I truly appreciate Golden Rescue of South Florida. They understood our household and helped us choose the right age and..."

    dianne w.

    Adoptee


  • MatchDog Rescue
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    The MatchPad, 822 White Horse Pike, Atco, Waterford, NJ 08004
    trentonNew JerseyUS
    We got our little Brie Nov 21st 2023 she is a little angel can say enough about match dog they have been good with our adoption we are happy that they foster thier dogs instead of keeping them in kennel would recommend them to anyone I know who is looking for a new dog
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    MatchDog Rescue

    #12 in United States, #1 in New Jersey, #1 in Trenton

    Trenton

    MatchDog Rescue MatchDog is a personal foster-based canine rescue community in South Jersey with a vision to save abandoned dogs of all ages from unwarranted euthanasia. We rescue, match, and rehome these loving souls as companion animals in an effort to end overpopulation and abuse.

    "We got our little Brie Nov 21st 2023 she is a little angel can say enough about match..."

    stanley n.

    Adoptee

    "Matchdog is the best! They do all they can to help their rescues and find them good homes."

    marisa o.

    Supporter


  • Mikey's Chance Canine Rescue
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    No
    spokaneWashingtonUS
    All of Mickey's Chance rescue dogs are kept with foster families, not kept in kennels. I feel that is so much better for the dogs and other animals they rescue.
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    Mikey's Chance Canine Rescue

    #13 in United States, #1 in Washington, #1 in Spokane

    Spokane

    Our mission to provide a safe haven for dogs in desperate circumstances within our community and surrounding area. We rehome these dogs with families that are a good fit for the dog. We seek to serve the humans that come to us ‚both our adoptive families and the people who need help rehoming dogs ‚but our priority is to act as advocates for our dogs at every stage of the rescue and adoption process. We commit to our dogs for life! We are a registered non-profit organization, headquartered in the Tri-Cities in south-central Washington State. We focus mainly on saving dogs that are at risk in our region and placing them with adopters throughout the Pacific Northwest. Most of our dogs come from shelters in Washington & Idaho, where they are facing the threat of Euthanasia. Others are released to us by private individuals who need medical help with their own dogs. Other dogs are strays, either dumped or abandoned, that need a chance at a new life.

    "All of Mickey's Chance rescue dogs are kept with foster families, not kept in kennels. I feel that is so..."

    joy r.

    Adoptee

    "My mother adopted a beautiful baby from them. They were amazing with her dog and her. They made it..."

    duana c.

    Supporter, Fan


  • Lily's Legacy Senior Dog Sanctuary
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    santa rosaCaliforniaUS
    Senior dogSenior dog
    Lilly’s legacy does such wonderful work highlighting senior dogs who are so often skipped over at other shelters. They care deeply for the dogs and are such an invaluable organization.
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    Lily's Legacy Senior Dog Sanctuary

    #14 in United States, #4 in California, #1 in Santa Rosa
    #2 in senior dog

    Senior dog

    Santa Rosa

    Lily's Legacy Senior Dog Sanctuary is a primarily volunteer run nonprofit organization based in Petaluma, CA. Our mission is to provide a safe and loving home for large breed senior dogs (50+ pounds, 7 years or older) who have been displaced from their homes and/or abandoned for any reason, until they are adopted or to remain at the sanctuary until they pass on.

    "Lilly’s legacy does such wonderful work highlighting senior dogs who are so often skipped over at other shelters. They..."

    lura h.

    Fan

    "Love that they care for the Senior pups. They have awesome volunteers. If i lived closer would definitely volunteer...."

    joann d.

    Supporter


  • Laila's Legacy Animal Rescue
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    None
    washingtonDistrict of ColumbiaUS
    German Shepherd, Pit Bull, RottweilerGerman Shepherd, Pit Bull, Rottweiler
    Laila’s Legacy is the first rescue organization we have fostered through and they have been nothing but supportive and super easy to work with. Although small, they respond to your questions and work with their network of volunteers to help support you and your foster with whatever you need be it transport to vet appts, having medication delivered to your home, finding coverage when you will be out of town etc. they pull dogs who are in dire need of rescue in order to survive and advocate endlessly for those dogs. They are truly a special rescue and I have thoroughly enjoyed fostering with them.
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    Laila's Legacy Animal Rescue

    German Shepherd, Pit Bull, Rottweiler

    Washington

    Laila's Legacy was founded with a mission to ensure dogs impacted by breed bias and behavioral or physical challenges have a chance at a better life. Laila, our name sake, was an incredible dog who had a behavioral challenge that caused aggression towards dogs. Laila loved her humans, and especially our Co-Founder, Ashe. She was a large bully breed so her size combined with local breed bias meant sometimes people were afraid of her. But that didn't stop her from winning people over with her goofy energy. The rescue she was with did not have the resources to support Laila and couldn't find a suitable partner to take on her care because of her size and breed. As a result she was euthanized. Laila's Legacy was founded to save dogs like Laila. We never want a dog to be euthanized because an owner, a volunteer, or an organization didn't have the resources or because breed bias stopped them from getting the help they deserved. Dogs like Laila deserve a chance at life and that's what we're here to do!

    "Laila’s Legacy is the first rescue organization we have fostered through and they have been nothing but supportive and super..."

    kristin r.

    Volunteer / foster

    "They are the best!"

    rachel k.

    Fan


  • Canine Humane Network
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    13454 Clarksville Pike, Highland, MD 20777
    baltimoreMarylandUS
    We adopted a puppy from CHN 5 years ago. They are a very supportive caring rescue group
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    Canine Humane Network

    #16 in United States, #1 in Maryland, #1 in Baltimore

    Baltimore

    Established in 2016, Canine Humane Network is a non-profit dog rescue, shelter, adoption and training organization here in Highland, Howard County, Maryland. We are substantially operated by volunteer staff and many big-hearted volunteer foster families. Here at Canine Humane Network, we are dedicated to saving the lives of homeless dogs and providing a safe haven, humane care, and adoption programs for rescued dogs. We are deeply invested in the lifelong happiness of the dogs and owners we serve. We strive to build a humane environment for animals and people by providing excellent resources and training including humane education and therapy dog programs.

    "We adopted a puppy from CHN 5 years ago. They are a very supportive caring rescue group"

    elizabeth k.

    Adoptee

    "I support this rescue. They are truly dedicated and caring."

    barbara n.

    Fan


  • Paws New England
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    hartfordConnecticutUS
    My girlfriend and I are on our third foster for Paws New England. This first was a foster fail, our resident dog said she was stuck here! I love the well organized adoption events that Paws New England hosts! It’s such a great way to get the dogs faces out there!
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    Paws New England

    #17 in United States, #1 in Connecticut, #1 in Hartford

    Hartford

    We rescue abandoned, neglected, and abused dogs from high-kill shelters and desperate situations, provide them with veterinary care and much needed TLC, and bring them to New England where we place them in safe, loving homes.

    "My girlfriend and I are on our third foster for Paws New England. This first was a foster fail, our..."

    andrew m.

    Adoptee, Supporter

    "Paws New England takes and get fantastic home for our east Texas dogs. They take dogs from other areas too...."

    sharon s.

    Volunteer / foster


  • Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue
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    nashvilleTennesseeUS
    Having worked with Proverbs when adopting our last two puppies has been a God send. They are amazing people, with the biggest hearts and very diligent about the health and wellness for all animals in their care. If only there were a Proverbs in every town and every state to help those poor animals who cannot help themselves! The world is a better place because of the Proverbs crew, and we are forever grateful for them!
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    Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue

    #18 in United States, #1 in Tennessee, #1 in Nashville

    Nashville

    Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue, a 501c3 charitable organization based in Middle Tennessee, is run primarily by volunteers. Proverbs is totally dedicated to all animals they rescue. All medical care, regardless of cost, is provided as is training when necessary. A cradle to grave dedication is established by the care provided to neonates all the way to seniors who may need hospice care. Every animal rescued is cared for like a cherished family pet. Funds for medical care and food are raised by a variety of events, such as bake sales, golf scrambles, and participation in large media campaigns such as The Big Payback or through regular donations on our website.

    "Having worked with Proverbs when adopting our last two puppies has been a God send. They are amazing people, with..."

    allison j.

    Adoptee, Supporter, Fan

    "Proverbs is an amazing rescue, the founder and all their volunteers are true advocates for all the animals. Their passion..."

    mary o.

    Adoptee, Volunteer / foster


  • Bluegrass Bully Rescue
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    lexingtonKentuckyUS
    We found Bluegrass Bully years ago when we were looking for a new pup. Since then, we have been a foster family for many pups and can't speak highly enough for this organization. They go above and beyond to ensure that the pups they rescue end up in good forever homes. They also support their foster homes. Highly recommend as both a place to adopt and to foster.
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    Bluegrass Bully Rescue

    #19 in United States, #1 in Kentucky, #1 in Lexington

    Lexington

    Bluegrass Bully Rescue is a non profit all breed dog rescue founded in 2019. We are a volunteer run organization serving the Central Kentucky area primarily. We are a foster based organization who is committed to the health and safety of the dogs we rescue while looking for their adoptive homes. Our goal is to grow our volunteer and foster base in order to allow us to save as many dogs as possible.

    "We found Bluegrass Bully years ago when we were looking for a new pup. Since then, we have been a..."

    stephanie s.

    Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Supporter, Fan

    "Bluegrass Bully Rescue does amazing work! The love and attention their volunteers give is second to none!"

    paige t.

    Fan


  • Mary's Dogs Rescue & Adoption
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    984 1st New HampshireTurnpike, Northwood, NH 02261
    manchesterNew HampshireUS
    I volunteered there once and saw first hand how incredibly hard they work to take care of and provide for each and every dog that comes to them. Giving them the best opportunity to find a forever home. When we’re ready to be dog guardians again I’ll be look to Mary’s first!!!
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    Mary's Dogs Rescue & Adoption

    Manchester

    Mary's Dogs - Rescue & Adoption Through every step of the rescue and adoption, connections are made between people, cultures, and dogs. Our community is extremely grateful for the supportive network that embraces us. Thank you to our partners in the south, our team, and all our adoptive families for being‚ the Hero in a dog's life. Why adopt a Mary's Dog? All dogs deserve a chance to find a loving and caring home. Many are abandoned or neglected or never given the chance of a good life. As soon as our dogs are in the care of our southern partners, they are treated as family members while awaiting transport to New Hampshire. Our professional team begins caring for the dogs as soon as they arrive at our state-licensed facility to ensure the dogs successfully transition into forever homes. We provide specialty collars and leashes, yummy treats, toys and even homemade chicken stew. The dogs are examined by our veterinarian and then microchipped. Once they are granted a NH Health Certificate and observed by our dog savvy rescue team, they are ready to be loved by you! We know our dogs. It's important you find the right dog for you and your family. We want all our adoptions to be successful and are available to answer your questions before and after you've brought your dog home. Please keep in touch! Join our growing community of dog parents and best friends. Come to one of our events, ‚learn about dogs, buy a dog a gift ,share photos! We love every dog we rescue. Good dogs make best friends. Will you be the Hero in a Mary's Dog's life?

    "I volunteered there once and saw first hand how incredibly hard they work to take care of and provide for..."

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Alabama

    Sweet Home Doberman Rescue
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    None at this time
    AlabamaUS
    Sweet home dobie rescue has been very helpful with getting me my dobie and helpping with getting the right fit for my home..
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    Sweet Home Doberman Rescue

    Sweet Home Doberman Rescue (SHDR) is the only 501c3, not for profit Doberman rescue organization in Alabama. Founded in 2015, SHDR has committed to the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abused, abandoned, and/or neglected Dobermans. It is SHDR's personal mission to assist these magnificent breeds in any way we can. We are dedicated to educating the public as well as future Doberman owners about these majestic, often misunderstood breeds. They are often portrayed as aggressive dogs who will attack at a moment's notice when in fact they are Velcro dogs who are loyal, protective, and want to please their family! A Doberman wants nothing more than to be by your side and on your couch. All SHDR rescues are up to date on their shots, HW tested, microchipped, and spayed or neutered prior to adoption. Some come into rescue injured or abused and it may take a little longer to ready them for a forever home.

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  • Island of Misfits
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    AlabamaUS
    Island of Misfits in Alabama helped me adopt Blaze. He was a 6 month old puppy turned into a shelter by people who had neglected him and didn't want him. He had severe separation anxiety. Had been abused and wasn't house broken. I applied to adopt him not knowing these things and Connie reached out to me to let me know that she needed a few weeks to decide who would be best for him. She considered my past experiences with anxiety ridden pups and as a puppy raiser of service dogs. We communicated weekly and after 3 weeks she decided I was the only chance for Blaze to have a chance at a happy life. Blaze has been a challenge and I appreciated her support along the way over the past year. Blaze needs a lot of support. He has earned trick titles, nosework titles and we are now working on agility. The remnants of his past are still visible at times. He's careful around strangers. Nervous in New places. But he is slowly coming around. I'm grateful to Connie and her rescue for putting the time into Blaze and giving him a better life.
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    Island of Misfits

    Our mission at Island of Misfits is to make a difference in the lives of shelter and unwanted animals we can bring into our lives. We also hope to make an impact on the pet overpopulation by offering a low cost option for spay and neuter.

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  • City of Mobile Animal Shelter
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    855 Owens Street, Mobile, AL 36604
    mobileAlabamaUS
    They go above and beyond for each and every animal that is brought to them.
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    City of Mobile Animal Shelter

    Thank you for visiting the City of Mobile Animal Services website! In August 2021, The City of Mobile began charting a new course to transform how we support people and animals in our City. The creation of a new Animal Services Department under the arm of Administrative Services signified a shift to a modern approach to shelter, control and programs. With a focus on community partnerships, this forward-facing approach works to ensure safe and healthy environments for people and pets. The department promotes responsible pet ownership, implements programs to reduce animal overpopulation, and has formed innovative partnerships and programs to increase the City's effectiveness in supporting animals and humans in Mobile. As part of this approach, a newly modernized Animal Services facility is currently in design and will be built in a new location central to all parts of the City, and many new positions are also being added to further our mission and programs. We look forward to serving your needs!

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Alaska

    HARK
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    AlaskaUS
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    HARK

    Haines Animal Rescue Kennel was founded in 2001 by a group of local residents to promote the best interests of pets and wildlife in the community. It is a federally recognized, non-profit organization, funded primarily by private donations and memberships. The organization is governed by a nine member board of directors, and daily operations are overseen by Executive Director Staceylynn Clark Cureton, Shelter Manager CaSandra Nash, and Animal Care Assistant Emily McPheters. Additional support is provided by volunteers and foster families. -2019 HARK was the recipient of grant money from the Rasmuson Foundation, the Chilkat Valley Community Foundation, and ASPCA Northern Tier Initiative to expand and improve the shelter. -2023 HARK was again the recipient of grant money from the ASPCA Northern Tier Initiative to bolster our foster care program, and in conjunction with the Chilkat Valley Community Foundation, to train community first aid volunteers. HARK thanks the ASPCA for their continued generous support.

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  • Anchorage animal care & control
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    anchorageAlaskaUS
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    Anchorage animal care & control

    We are the open-admission animal shelter, for domestic animals, and the enforcement agency of 'Title 17 Animals' for the Municipality of Anchorage.

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  • alaska animal rescue friends
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    alaska animal rescue friends

    AARF is a local 501c3 Non-profit dog rescue. We have been around for about 10 years. We help dogs find homes from rural villages, owner surrenders and even some high kill shelters in the lower 48. We are currently based out of Anchorage but sometimes hold clinics in Eagle River and the valley during the summer time. We are always looking at opportunities to show at new venues.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Arizona

    Sky Sanctuary Rescue
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    14861 N. Cave Creek Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85032
    phoenixArizonaUS
    Sky Sanctuary is truly amazing! They put their heart and soul as well as pull out every resource they have at their disposal for each and every animal they take into their care. To say they go above and beyond is an understatement because they absolutely give every animal everything they have to give them the best chance possible. No medical condition is too big nor is a vet bill to much for them to help the animals they take under their wing. They take the animals that others just cannot handle and also know when it’s an animal that they will have to have remain with them forever. However those that do get to go to be adopted are given all the tools including training so they can live out their best lives 🫶
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    Sky Sanctuary Rescue

    Sky Sanctuary specialize in the humane capture and rescue of stray, fearful and injured animals from the streets of Phoenix, Arizona, the surrounding desert areas and local shelters. We often rescue the abandoned, lost and forgotten animals. Fiercely advocating for the animals in our care. Often our animals have extensive and complex medical needs that require a profound level of specialty medical care. Not only do we invest in our animal's physical health, we utilize a trusted group of trainers to build confidence, empower and improve our animal's mental well-being in order to live peaceful, happy lives in family homes. We are very different from other animal rescue organizations. We are "boots on the ground" in our community while passionately fight for the dogs and animals no one else has the courage to take on. We have a knack for finding ourselves in pretty breathtaking scenarios- some call it divine intervention, others call it luck. We live by the mantra "if not me then who?". We are funded solely by public donations through social media. We are grateful for the opportunity to help these animals. We would go to any length to #SAVETHESTREETDOGS

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  • Almost There: A Mom + Pups Rescue
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    phoenixArizonaUS
    Almost There Rescue is a no kill, force free, fear free facility specializing in nursing moms and pups and prioritizes proper socialization and enrichment for their shelter population! ATR loves Sniffspot and encouraging our volunteers/fosters/adopters to use this amazing resource for SAFE socialization for adult dogs and pups! Through our Doggy Day Trip program, our volunteers are able to take our adult dogs to places like a Sniffspot to let them run and play and have a much needed break out of the rescue; while our adopters are encouraged to use Sniffspot to find safe places to take their puppies to roam and explore that is not a dog park or other places many unknown dogs frequent that could be detrimental for that puppy. It takes a village to do this lifesaving work and ATR is here to provide a safe, loving environment for these moms raising their pups, and we understand other shelters are not equipped or well set up for a whelping mom, so we are here to support the rescue community and educate the Phoenix area on spay/neutering and proper socialization through positive reinforcement!
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    Almost There: A Mom + Pups Rescue

    My name is Geri Hormel and I am the founder of Almost There Rescue. What do we do at ATR? We save bitches. No, we don't go around seeking out malicious, unpleasant women and try to convince them to change their ways (although someone should!). We save dogs. Specifically, homeless, pregnant, large-breed dogs. We scoop those gals up from less than ideal situations and give them a place to birth and raise their pups. We work our tails off to give our pups the medical help, enrichment, socialization, and love that they need on their journeys to finding forever homes.

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  • Southwest Oasis Labrador Rescue
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    tucsonArizonaUS
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    This is one of the best rescues around saving lab and lab mixes from several states.
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    Southwest Oasis Labrador Rescue

    SOLR is a rescue organization dedicated to helping Labrador Retrievers and Lab mixes who have been displaced from their home environment find new loving homes for the remainder of their lives. SOLR is non-profit and depends entirely on our volunteers and donations.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Arkansas

    Union County Animal Protection Society
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    727 E Main El Dorado, AR 71730
    ArkansasUS
    They go above and beyond. I got my doggie Hank from them. They took in an 11 year old doggie and knew he needed a home as well as much young dogs. He is my little silly boy.
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    Union County Animal Protection Society

    UCAPS provides temporary humane care, food, shelter and medical attentions for Union County, Arkansas stray, homeless, abandoned and abused animals.

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  • Rescue Road
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    little rockArkansasUS
    They pull dogs from kill shelters and give them a chance at life
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    Rescue Road

    Rescue Road is a 100% volunteer-run, foster-based, 501(c)3 nonprofit in Central Arkansas. Shelters across our state have high euthanasia rates, and we aim to relieve pressure on rural, high-intake areas to help lower those rates. We are dedicated to saving abandoned and neglected dogs from our core shelter partners: Pine Bluff, West Memphis, Hazen, Carlisle, Dewitt, and Stuttgart. We also assist law enforcement with special cases as needed. In 2023, Rescue Road sent 580 dogs to safety. Since the rescue's inception in 2012, we have saved more than 8,500 dogs and counting.

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  • Last chance Arkansas
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    little rockArkansasUS
    I just love, when everyone else has given up hope or just thrown these animals away. SKY SACTUARY GIVE THEM HOPE & LOVE....
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    Last chance Arkansas

    In 2005 Last Chance Arkansas was founded as a 100% volunteer based 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based out of Central Arkansas. Last Chance AR believes in advocating for the abused, abandoned, and neglected animals across the state that cannot speak for themselves. Working in conjunction with various clinics, Last Chance AR travels statewide to urban and rural communities to provide comfort, safety, and love to animals in need. Hundreds of lives have been saved through our efforts, which include a spay and neuter program for impoverished pet owners, frequent visits to rescue animals from shelters suffering from a desperate lack of funding, and the complete inability for any of our patient and dedicated volunteers to turn down a creature in need. We serve as a resource to our community and local pet owners by providing education and information on responsible pet ownership including the importance of spay/neuter, positive behavior training and good nutrition. We work with committed volunteers, veterinarians, fosters, and trainers to provide health care and temporary homes to animals deserving of another chance. Our number one priority is ensuring the health of all of our dogs and carefully screening and well matching ‚furever homes.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In California

    Bunny's Buddies
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    san diegoCaliforniaUS
    Love the work that Bunny's Buddies is doing! They go above and beyond to help rescue, rehab, place, and provide continued support for all of the dogs they save!
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    Bunny's Buddies

    Bunny's Buddies works tirelessly to save dogs from slaughterhouses, the streets and kill shelters in Asia and the USA.

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  • Doggie Protective Services (DPS)
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    huntington beachCaliforniaUS
    DPS Has been a fantastic organization to foster with for nearly 7 years. I have had 113 different dogs. All except the current one have been adopted. DPS works very hard to find the best and right home for the dogs. They have taken on very difficult cases of dogs with multiple injuries and have done a magnificent job rehabilitating. I am so fortunate that a good friend adopted the first foster dog we had and I get to see him as he is the most precious little guy, even after losing his right leg to cancer. DPS has enriched my life in so many ways and is so deserving of this recognition.
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    Doggie Protective Services (DPS)

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  • FurryTail Endings Animal Rescue
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    huntington beachCaliforniaUS
    Furrytail endings is the best rescue I have worked with - very professional and super passionate and highly productive saving dogs from death row in LA
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    FurryTail Endings Animal Rescue

    We save dogs from high kill shelters & off the streets to find each of them their perfect #FurryTailEnding.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Colorado

    Summit Dog Rescue / Pod To The Rescue
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    denverColoradoUS
    Summit Dog Rescue is an exemplary rescue focusing on rescue, rehabilitation, and careful adoption placement. Emphasizing humane, force-free training methods, adopter education, and support of dogs before, during, and after adoption enables Summit Dog Rescue to not only achieve a more than 95% success rate in adoptions but also provide a solid example to other rescues of a model that is a solid win for both dogs and the people who welcome them into their families.
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    Summit Dog Rescue / Pod To The Rescue

    We are a small volume rescue with a huge focus on humane education. We rescue dogs and cats and work with our adopters/fosters and the general public to educate about how to best support our companion animals so that their placements can be successful. Unwanted pets is at epidemic levels, and without education we won't make progress. Our rescue is unique in that we are run by multiple certified dog trainers and behavior professionals. We have a podcast called Pod To The Rescue, which is produced with the goal of providing evidence based behavioral support to adopters and fosters.

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  • Jailbreak husky rescue
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    denverColoradoUS
    HuskyHusky
    Brooklyn does so so much for all her fur babies. She's the most generous and loving person.
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    Jailbreak husky rescue

    Jailbreak Husky Rescue is a 501(C)(3) and PACFA licensed organization based out of Colorado that aims to rescue, rehabilitate, transport, rehome and advocate for Siberian Huskies and other northern breeds that are at risk of being euthanized, abandoned, or in neglectful or abusive situations. Our mission has a specialized focus on pregnant or nursing northern breeds, including pre-natal and postpartum care, whelping, bottle, syringe and tube feeding, and breed-focused litter care and development.

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  • Ho-Bo Care Boxer Rescue
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    denverColoradoUS
    BoxerBoxer
    Ho-Bo Care is such an incredible organization. Staffed entirely by volunteers, they work tirelessly and give relentlessly to make sure that homeless dogs- be they boxers or not - gets the care and attention that every dog deserves, and a chance at a forever home. They go out of their way to make sure that each pup gets a chance to rescue some needy human and make their life complete. I love my hobo and I hope Ho-Bo Care is always around to look out for us humans in need of rescue by a sweet homeless angel!
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    Ho-Bo Care Boxer Rescue

    Ho-Bo Care Boxer Rescue is a non-profit, all volunteer group in Colorado. We have been active and engaged in our community since 1972.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Connecticut

    Paws New England
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    hartfordConnecticutUS
    My girlfriend and I are on our third foster for Paws New England. This first was a foster fail, our resident dog said she was stuck here! I love the well organized adoption events that Paws New England hosts! It’s such a great way to get the dogs faces out there!
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    Paws New England

    We rescue abandoned, neglected, and abused dogs from high-kill shelters and desperate situations, provide them with veterinary care and much needed TLC, and bring them to New England where we place them in safe, loving homes.

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  • Lucky Dog Refuge
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    36 Pulaski Street Stamford CT 06902
    new havenConnecticutUS
    We began following Lucky Dog as soon as we moved to CT and saw their staff/volunteers walking the pups around our neighborhood. This was our first rescue, and they made the process a breeze, scheduling a meet and greet for us to meet some of the dogs available for adoption. They are so kind and attentive with the animals they rescue, making sure they have proper vetting and are in good health to come home. We are so grateful to have found Lucky Dog and add our best friend to the family, Ellie!
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    Lucky Dog Refuge

    We are not just a rescue, we are a refuge; a safe haven for dogs from dire backgrounds. We focus on the dogs most in need of saving - those who have been abandoned by their families, the strays, the starving, the injured, the sick, and those in immediate need of help. We take them in, rehabilitate them, provide housing, vetting, training, and extra doses of love. Whether at our facility in Stamford, CT or placed with one of our rescue partners, every dog we commit to is guaranteed love and a beautiful life with the forever family they so deserve.

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  • Desmond's Army Animal Law Advocates
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    Care for the dogs is something I’ve never seen. P
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    Desmond's Army Animal Law Advocates

    Desmond's Army Animal Law Advocates is a group of volunteer citizens who work together to better the lives of animals. We are committed to impacting animal welfare legislation. We do this by being a voice for the voiceless in the courts and at the Capitol. We seek to raise public awareness regarding the statistical connection between animal abuse and domestic and social violence.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Delaware

    Brandywine Valley SPCA
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    1757 Horsepond RoadDover, Delaware 19901
    DelawareUS
    BVSPCA stepped up in the last decade or so and become the regional shelter and domestic animal advocate for the southeastern area of Pennsylvania as well as all three counties in Delaware. They run numerous educational programs, they support pet owners in need of supplies and low cost vaccinations as well as provide safety for strays and surrenders until they are able to find homes during one of their adoption events. (fair disclosure, my mother helped with one of their capital campaigns as a fundraising consultant and continues to volunteer with their Board).
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    Brandywine Valley SPCA

    We're the largest animal welfare organization in the region, helping 17,000+ animals per year.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In District of Columbia

    Laila's Legacy Animal Rescue
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    None
    washingtonDistrict of ColumbiaUS
    German Shepherd, Pit Bull, RottweilerGerman Shepherd, Pit Bull, Rottweiler
    Laila’s Legacy is the first rescue organization we have fostered through and they have been nothing but supportive and super easy to work with. Although small, they respond to your questions and work with their network of volunteers to help support you and your foster with whatever you need be it transport to vet appts, having medication delivered to your home, finding coverage when you will be out of town etc. they pull dogs who are in dire need of rescue in order to survive and advocate endlessly for those dogs. They are truly a special rescue and I have thoroughly enjoyed fostering with them.
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    Laila's Legacy Animal Rescue

    Laila's Legacy was founded with a mission to ensure dogs impacted by breed bias and behavioral or physical challenges have a chance at a better life. Laila, our name sake, was an incredible dog who had a behavioral challenge that caused aggression towards dogs. Laila loved her humans, and especially our Co-Founder, Ashe. She was a large bully breed so her size combined with local breed bias meant sometimes people were afraid of her. But that didn't stop her from winning people over with her goofy energy. The rescue she was with did not have the resources to support Laila and couldn't find a suitable partner to take on her care because of her size and breed. As a result she was euthanized. Laila's Legacy was founded to save dogs like Laila. We never want a dog to be euthanized because an owner, a volunteer, or an organization didn't have the resources or because breed bias stopped them from getting the help they deserved. Dogs like Laila deserve a chance at life and that's what we're here to do!

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  • City Dogs & City Kitties Rescue
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    washingtonDistrict of ColumbiaUS
    I adopted my senior beagle from City Dogs&City Kitties. I was given so much support during and after the adoption. The rescue is there to help you and your pet succeed for life! I became inspired by everyone I met in the rescue to volunteer with them. Since then, I have fostered almost 100 cats and worked with countless adopters to help them find their forever friend! The rescue and its volunteers are amazing and work so hard to grow to save more animals.
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    City Dogs & City Kitties Rescue

    City Dogs & City Kitties Rescue (CDCK) is a nonprofit organization that rescues animals in overcrowded, under-resourced shelters. We are often the last hope for animals, many of whom would otherwise not be rescued due to injuries or other medical problems. We rely exclusively on donations to provide critical veterinary care and on passionate volunteers to provide foster homes and operational support. We find loving adoptive homes for dogs and cats in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, thereby enriching the lives of both humans and animals.

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  • Rural Dog Rescue
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    Rural Dog Rescue

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Florida

    The London Sanctuary
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    jacksonvilleFloridaUS
    Beagle, Puppy, Senior dogBeagle, Puppy, Senior dog
    The London Sanctuary (TLS) is the best. Connie, Jay, the volunteers and fosters work tirelessly to rescue and adopt out as many dogs as possible...often times overextending themselves and their financial resources. Their efforts are recognized and very much appreciated.
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    The London Sanctuary

    The London Sanctuary is a nonprofit exclusive hound rescue and sanctuary. TLS provides long-term care for dogs who are unable to be placed due to their advanced age or medical needs. We also work to place adoptable hounds in their forever homes who have been rescued from government-run shelters around the Southeastern U.S. or were abandoned forest hounds in more rural areas in NE Florida.

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  • Golden Rescue South Florida, Inc
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    Foster based rescue, no physical location.
    miamiFloridaUS
    Golden Retriever, GoldendoodleGolden Retriever, Goldendoodle
    Golden rescue of south Florida are truly a wonderful and caring organization that rescues dogs throughout the world. Because of the efforts in Puerto Rico after hurricane Irma we were able to adopt our sweet girl Maya which was a blessing to us. They are constantly helping rescue dogs in other countries from deplorable conditions. They also held raise funds to be able for golden sin need to receive surgeries necessary for their survival be helping to raise money in their behalf.
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    Golden Rescue South Florida, Inc

    Since 2005, Golden Rescue South Florida, Inc. ‚'GRSF' a 501c3 non-profit registered charitable organization has been dedicated to rescuing and rehoming displaced Golden Retrievers and Golden at Heart Retrievers. We are all-volunteer and foster-based organization who place abandoned, unwanted, displaced, or abused, Golden Retrievers and "Golden At Heart" dogs with safe, loving forever families in South Florida where each dog will receive the second chance they so richly deserve.

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  • Rescue Rebels by Cash 4 Canines
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    orlandoFloridaUS
    German ShepherdGerman Shepherd
    Rescue Rebels in Florida is an absolutely amazing dog rescue organization. I rescued my beautiful black lab from Rescue Rebels in July of 2020. She is now my loyal companion and the joy in my heart! Rescue Rebels is completely concerned about the health and happiness of all of their dogs. I have become personal friends with the director, Jennifer, of this truly amazing animal rights organization. I have performed several home visits to potential rescue families. I consider it a great honor to volunteer with Rescue Rebels. Rescue Rebel’s prime concern is about each individual dog’s health and future home placement. Rescue Rebels helps with injured and neglected dogs. Rescue Rebels sees that dogs in need are given proper veterinary treatment and foster love and support. Rescue Rebels even rescues pregnant dogs and places the mom and her pups in wonderful and loving foster homes caring for their medical needs until each pup and their mom is adopted into a loving forever home. Rescue Rebels is an excellent animal organization truly concerned about the needs of each and every dog in their care. Rescue Rebels is the epitome of what a dog rescue organization should be. Congratulations to Rescue Rebels for their nomination. It is greatly deserved!
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    Rescue Rebels by Cash 4 Canines

    Cash 4 Canines, Inc. dba Rescue Rebels' sole mission is to provide a better and improved life, essentially a "second chance", for working dog breeds that have been left at shelters, surrendered by their owners, or that have been abused and neglected. Through Rescue Rebels, these companion animals are rescued, given the physical care necessary, spayed or neutered, and provided with behavioral guidance if necessary. Our TLC Transformation Project welcomes medically fragile companion animals, that have been left at shelters and provides funds for the medical care unique to each animal's needs, and then finds these animals foster homes or "fur" ever homes.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Georgia

    Thomasville Humane
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    180 Big Star Drive
    augustaGeorgiaUS
    I visited numerous shelters in the search for my family’s perfect dog. Walking into Thomasville Humane, I knew immediately I would find my new companion. What drew me to them was their amazing updated website and their support to be a no kill shelter. I quickly fell in love and adopted my dog there. The employees were so compassionate and sweet and made the adoption process as easy as can be! I will forever look to Thomasville humane when I want to add to my family.
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    Thomasville Humane

    Thomasville Humane is a charitable organization committed to promoting the humane treatment of animals through a variety of means, including adoption programs, foster care programs, spay and neuter services, and community education projects with the long-term goal of eliminating unwarranted euthanasia.

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  • Adopt a Golden Atlanta
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    PO Box 420256 Atlanta, GA 30342
    atlantaGeorgiaUS
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    AGA has been instrumental in the dog rescue world. My golden is a rescue from them and they have my full support for the past 14 years! My mother has fostered/adopted over 100 dogs with AGA and finding forever homes for these sweet babies. AGA for the recognition!!
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    Adopt a Golden Atlanta

    Adopt a Golden Atlanta [AGA] is a volunteer, nonprofit organization dedicated to finding warm, loving permanent homes for Golden Retrievers [both purebred and high golden mixes] in order to prevent them from becoming strays or adding to the shelter overpopulation. If a non-golden is best friends with a golden who is surrendered to us, non golden will not be left behind and will accompany the golden into our program and placed with the golden to live together in their new home. Golden Retrievers, regardless of medical needs or age, will receive comprehensive evaluation, spay/neutering services, veterinary care, behavioral training if required, and safe passage into a permanent loving home. In addition to providing those services, Adopt a Golden Atlanta is intent on treating dog owners who are faced with surrendering their dogs with the utmost respect, understanding and compassion. It is also our obligation to educate and assist the metropolitan Atlanta general public, and dog owners specifically, regarding issues such as responsible pet ownership, spay/neutering, obedience training, and veterinary/specialists referrals. Our goal is to reduce the number of Golden Retrievers sent to shelters. AGA will never allow a golden to die in a shelter. AGA relies solely on donations and has a 501(c)(3) classification with the IRS. Your donation is tax deductible. We also meet the requirements for corporate matching, employee giving and volunteer grant programs.

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  • South Georgia Equine Rescue Inc
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    Heather Gavitt and staff run a great rescue. All animals are immediately , on intake, give a health check, and meds they may need and a trip to her vet. All are spayed/neutered and vetted before adoption. They are all happy, friendly animals and she strives to find the right human for them.
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    South Georgia Equine Rescue Inc

    We are a small rescue in South Ga taking in all animals from cats and dogs to horses and sheep. We try to spay and neuter community dogs as people will allow and educate to help prevent these issues from continuing for years to come.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Hawaii

    Kaua'i Humane Society
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    3-825 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, HI 96766
    HawaiiUS
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    Kaua'i Humane Society

    The Kaua`i Humane Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering respect, responsibility and compassion for all animals and enriching lives by nurturing healthy relationships between pets and people on the island of Kaua`i and beyond. KHS is a local, independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization. KHS has been serving the island of Kaua'i as its only open-intake animal shelter since 1952. KHS is a no-kill animal shelter with an annual live release rate of 96%.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Idaho

    Meridian Canine Rescue
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    meridianIdahoUS
    Meridian Canine rescue has always strived to give their rescue animals a “home experience”. I admire that and their hard work to continually grow.
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    Meridian Canine Rescue

    Saving lives through storytelling and education. We promote behavioral wellness through a holistic care approach for every animal in our rescue. Our life skill training curricula teach both dogs and humans how to live ‚and thrive together. The best way for us to help more animals is by sharing our knowledge and skills. We have several program to support our community with resources to reduce the amount of dogs with behavioral issues entering shelters in the state of Idaho. We also have a prison program (EPIC) where we also work with the incarcerated community and provide life skills to humans and dogs.

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  • The Furry Farm Rescue
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    IdahoUS
    The Furry Farm Rescue is an incredible rescue that always puts their rescues above everything else. They were fantastic when I adopted my first dog 4 years ago. This year they reached out to me when they needed an emergency foster for a puppy. They knew my dog and me well enough to know the puppy would be the perfect fit. I recommend them to anyone looking to foster or adopt.
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    The Furry Farm Rescue

    Our promise to our animals: We will love and protect you, provide an enriching and nurturing foster home, care for all your medical needs, give you the structure and training needed for success, and above all treat you as our own while you are with us. Our promise to our community: We will work together, we will be kind and considerate, we will educate, we will advocate, we will serve. We are a small rescue established in North Idaho with 501(c)(3) status. Our team brings years of rescue and animal welfare together to form a family who is here to provide safety for forgotten animals and help find their forever family. We focus on those who need help the most, our abandoned local shelter dogs needing medical and more. Furry Farm is a foster based rescue; with an application, home check, and a meet and greet process before formalizing the adoption of your new furry friend. If you see an animal you would like to meet, head over to our website at thefurryfarmrescue.org to complete and application.

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  • Idaho Humane Society
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    300 S Bird Street, Boise, Idaho 83709
    boiseIdahoUS
    ID Humane Society took my RTH kitties that someone dumped at our property and I couldn’t be more appreciative of the care they gave them and respect they showed towards me. I have since rehomed one of the kittens and am working on the other. The mom will stay and be a barn kitty for us.
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    Idaho Humane Society

    The Idaho Humane Society is the largest and oldest animal welfare organization and veterinary charity in the state. We are a private 501(c)3 organization that relies on donations to provide programs and services that benefit animals in Idaho.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Illinois

    Dark Horse Dogs, NFP
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    chicagoIllinoisUS
    I love the work that Dark Horse Dogs is doing to help especially large breed dogs in the community!!
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    Dark Horse Dogs, NFP

    An all breed foster based rescue saving dogs from our local open access shelters.

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  • Chicago Canine Rescue
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    5272 N. Elston Ave.Chicago, IL 60630
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    The best people, great support and care for their dogs. They care deeply.
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    Chicago Canine Rescue

    CCR is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was founded in 2001 to help find permanent, loving homes for homeless dogs in our city. CCR has saved the lives of over 8,000 dogs while also finding their forever homes! Traditionally, these animals were automatically euthanized at area shelters. However, today, Chicago Canine Rescue exists to give many of these animals a second chance, too! CCR assists the animals that are the MOST vulnerable in our city ‚the dogs that are slated for euthanasia because they are too old, too young, too injured, have disabilities, or have simply been overlooked for too long by potential adopters at other shelters. We are committed to each dog who comes into our care and won't stop providing for them we find their perfect family! Though we are just one of many rescues in Chicago, our dogs are one in a million and we are committed to leaving no dog behind!

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  • Community Animal Rescue Effort
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    4927 Main Street, Skokie, IL
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    CARE puts effort into improving dogs’ behavior
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    Community Animal Rescue Effort

    Since 1987, Community Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.‚Ñ¢) has been promoting adoptions and care for cats and dogs. C.A.R.E. is a volunteer-driven, not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) organization. Our Adoption Center opened in the Summer of 2018 and is located north of Chicago at 4927 Main Street in Skokie, IL. C.A.R.E. offers a combined adoption center and foster home model to better serve the needs of homeless animals as well as potential adopters and the community. C.A.R.E. is licensed by the State of Illinois Department of Agriculture (License 14383). Our Philosophy

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Indiana

    Homeward Bound Animal Welfare Group Inc.
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    IndianaUS
    Always love working with Homeward Bound. I started out fostering a dog for Homeward Bound and it ended up being a foster fail because I couldn’t imagine the dog joining anyone else’s family! Homeward Bound is a great organization that wants every dog to find their perfect family!
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    Homeward Bound Animal Welfare Group Inc.

    We are a 501c3 organization specializing in forever placements of our amazing dogs into great homes! Spay & neuter is also at the top of our priority list as our major contribution to fighting pet overpopulation.

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  • Helping Paws, Inc.
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    indianapolisIndianaUS
    Best rescue I’ve worked with, Charlie was very comfortable and crate trained at 4 months old. Great place
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    Helping Paws, Inc.

    Helping Paws is a foster-based rescue run 100% by volunteers. We do not have a facility, so all pets are fostered in loving homes until they find their forever families! We deal in all breeds and ages of pets, but we do have a soft spot for medical cases.

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  • The Humane Society of Hobart
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    2054 Indiana 130; Hobart, IN 46342
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    They are northwest Indiana heroes
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    The Humane Society of Hobart

    The Humane Society of Hobart (HSH) is a nonprofit animal shelter on a mission to build and strengthen pet families and has been saving the lives of homeless pets since 1954. We are small , but mighty! In 2023 alone, HSH sheltered more than 2,500 homeless pets, provided services to more than 1,000 pet families in need of resources and supplies, and returned 253 lost pets to their owners. We work alongside law enforcement when there is an emergency or criminal situation and animals are present. After law enforcement has secured the scene, we proceed to rescue the animals. Sometimes we work with the Indiana State Veterinarian to methodically document all that is needed to care for the animals or prosecute if neglect and cruelty is suspected. The staff and volunteers are true warriors that lead with courage and compassion, daily meeting the challenge of many animals coming to our door in need of emergency medical care and shelter.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Iowa

    Dogs Forever of Iowa (DBA DOGS FOREVER)
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    809 Rockford Rd SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
    IowaUS
    Dogs forever cares deeply about dogs and everyone helps out to make sure each dog ends up in situations that are best for them. loved volunteering and love the focus around the dogs!
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    Dogs Forever of Iowa (DBA DOGS FOREVER)

    Dogs Forever is dedicated to rescuing homeless, abused, and neglected dogs of all breeds, sizes, and ages with a special emphasis on those deemed ‚hard-to-place. As an Adoption Guarantee shelter, all dogs will stay in our care until we have found their forever homes.

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  • A Purposeful Life Animal Rescue
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    This rescue is doing amazing things in our area!!! I am happy to be aprt of saving animals lives
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    A Purposeful Life Animal Rescue

    A Purposeful Life Animal Rescue & Sanctuary is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit volunteer-based animal welfare organization dedicated to rescuing homeless dogs and cats directly within our community, overcrowded shelters and other unforeseen circumstances. We were founded in 2022 by a small group of animal advocates in Iowa, after recognizing the need to support not only strays and relinquished animals in our area, but areas all across the country. Our startup mission is to offer support to the many local animals in need of homes, by partnering with area shelters and rescues. In addition, we are committed to providing behavioral, medical and low cost resources to people who are considering surrender, in an effort to keep their pets in their homes and out of the shelter system

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  • The Animal Rescue League of Iowa, Inc
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    5452 NE 22nd St.Des Moines, IA 50313
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    Love Sky Sanctuary!!
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    The Animal Rescue League of Iowa, Inc

    The ARL serves people and pets from across the state of Iowa through its programs, which include pet adoption, humane education, pet behavior training, spay/neuter, animal cruelty intervention and much more. The Animal Rescue League is dependent on individual and corporate contributions to care for its animals.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Kansas

    Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary
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    32874 Beaver Lake Rd, Osawatomie KS 66064
    KansasUS
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    Jen and her team do so many amazing things for all the dogs and cats they save. It is all by donation!
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    Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary

    Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary (a.k.a. Always & Furever or A&F) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue network operating out of Spring Hill, Kansas. In our early days, Always & Furever was nothing more than a converted barn for senior dogs to live out the rest of their days surrounded by love, a true senior sanctuary. Over the past 4 years, we have transformed into a massive operation of amazing people and more than 5,000 lives saved.

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  • Valley Center Animal League
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    Valley Center Animal League

    The Valley Center Animal League, Inc., was founded in 2009 when the local animal shelter was shut down. Our original goal was to prevent impounded animals from being transported to the Wichita Animal Shelter after 3 days. From there we evolved into a licensed “Group Home Shelter” in order to establish a network of individual foster homes.

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  • Kingman County Humane Society
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    811 East C Ave P.O. Box 103 Kingman, KS 67068
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    Kingman County Humane Society

    The Kingman County Humane Society in Kingman, KS was established in 2001. It is operated by volunteers dedicated to finding permanent, loving homes for the animals under their care. Until permanent homes can be found, our animals are cared for in our shelter or in foster homes where they can be assessed for temperament, and given lots of attention. Our mission is to create and support meaningful connections by enhancing the lives of dogs, cats and the people in our communities who love them. We strive to reduce animal population through mandatory spay/neuter of all adoptable pets. We do not euthanize healthy or treatable animals, reserving euthanasia for terminally ill, severly injured or animals that are a danger to the public. Our ability to maintain a "humane shelter policy" requires the support and committment of adopters, volunteers, and the communities we serve. Your donations, along with adoption fees, are our primary means of financial support. We do not receive government support. We thank our amazing volunteers and donors for sharing their generosity and talent year around.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Kentucky

    Bluegrass Bully Rescue
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    We found Bluegrass Bully years ago when we were looking for a new pup. Since then, we have been a foster family for many pups and can't speak highly enough for this organization. They go above and beyond to ensure that the pups they rescue end up in good forever homes. They also support their foster homes. Highly recommend as both a place to adopt and to foster.
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    Bluegrass Bully Rescue

    Bluegrass Bully Rescue is a non profit all breed dog rescue founded in 2019. We are a volunteer run organization serving the Central Kentucky area primarily. We are a foster based organization who is committed to the health and safety of the dogs we rescue while looking for their adoptive homes. Our goal is to grow our volunteer and foster base in order to allow us to save as many dogs as possible.

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  • Lexington Pit Crew
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    Absolutely 10000000000000000% love this rescue!!! The founder cares about animals and will do everything in her power to save just one dog’s life, no matter the cost! I am proud to say that I am apart of LPC! A rescue that stands behind their mission in saving innocent animal’s lives!
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    Lexington Pit Crew

    We are a Bully Breed rescue operating in Central Kentucky. We have been a nonprofit for over 10 years and work strictly with volunteers who have the same passion for pitbulls as well do.

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  • Tier Haven Rescue, Inc
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    They have helped us with two animals. Love how they make sure owners will be a match. The girls( my dogs) that they helped us have been the joy of my life . I know they always trying to help with awareness of saving breeds from shelters to make sure they get a good home. I know they work tirelessly and give from their own time and money if it’s not there.
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    Tier Haven Rescue, Inc

    At Tier Haven our hearts belong to the working dog breeds of Kentucky - German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois being our most common companions. The Tier Haven family is comprised of volunteers, adopters, and donors who have a passionate love for these working breeds and all of their quirks. We are brought together by the dogs that steal our hearts while chewing the shoe collection. Tier Haven Rescue, Inc was originally incorporated in 1996 under the name ARK Project, Inc and is a long standing member of the animal rescue community in Kentucky. Originally an all-breed rescue Tier Haven shifted to focus on working dogs with the rise of breed specific legislation which was leading to larger numbers of German Shepherds, and other working dogs, being euthanized. We are rooted in Kentucky with a strong passion for enacting change within the state which has a long journey towards building our animal welfare laws. Even as breed specific legislation has dwindled there are still large numbers of working dogs finding themselves at risk of euthanasia due to a lack of breed knowledge and/or training. Tier Haven is committed to giving these dogs a second chance and we are all honored to be part of their paths to a better life.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Louisiana

    Villalobos Rescue Center
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    P.O. Box 39Napoleonville, LA 70390
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    Donna's Love Rescue will go to the enth degree to help a dog. I have been with them on a few missions ...one to save a dog starved by his owner; one to pick a dog up from a busy intersection.... The list goes on and on.
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    Villalobos Rescue Center

    VRC works ceaselessly to give Pit Bulls (and other types of dogs) another chance in life. Each and EVERY dog is taken in and received any and all medical treatment necessary. We work patiently to re-acclimatize fearful dogs to the loving care of a human, so that they may eventually be adopted. In some cases, these dogs have never had a kind word or touch, and it is a slow process. After determining temperaments and compatibility factors, we begin that long search for the perfect home.

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  • St. Tammany Parish Animal Services
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    31078 Highway 36 Lacombe, LA
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    I have adopted 2 wonderful dogs from this shelter. The staff and volunteers spend so much time with the animals socializing them and there are so many community events promoting adoption opportunities. They are a no kill shelter and work hard to care for and find homes for the animals In their care.
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    St. Tammany Parish Animal Services

    The Animal Shelter provides a safe and clean facility for stray animals or unwanted pets. We offer a wide array of animals for adoption throughout the year. Please come by the shelter, or call to inquire about the types of animals that are available to adopt.

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  • Louisiana SPCA
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    1700 Mardi Gras Blvd.New Orleans, LA 70114
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    The LASPCA has been helping animals for over 130 years. The facility is not only esthetically pleasing but the staff are all friendly, welcoming and helpful. After fostering our first dog from the shelter, they made us realize how easy and rewarding it could be. They provided everything needed and were always available for any questions or issues which led us to fostering many more dogs! It was a no-brainer when we decided to adopt a puppy of our own to go through everyone’s favorite shelter! In addition to offering dog training and affordable vet services, their social media pages are so clever! Through their IG page we were able to find one of our dogs long lost male siblings and now they’re life-long bro-sties! Our shelter deserves this recognition and so much more! Thank you for your time! WhoDat
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    Louisiana SPCA

    The Louisiana SPCA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to promote, protect and advance the well-being of Louisiana's companion animals. As the oldest and most comprehensive animal welfare organization in the state, we impact more than 73,000 homeless and companion animals each year. For more than 130 years we have been committed to service the needs of the people and animals in the Greater New Orleans community and across the region as a 4-star Charity Navigator rated nonprofit ranking in the top 1% nationally.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Maine

    Blessed be the Bullies
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    53 Gayton Rd, Lewiston Maine
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    I have seen her take in the worst cases and find them homes. My Buster came from Mississippi, he was a 4 yr old stray found eating rocks. Not many places would take a chance on such an old dog but BBB did and now he’s all ours ❤️ Katie literally gives these animals her all!!!
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    Blessed be the Bullies

    Welcome to our page! We are a 501c3 nonprofit foster based dog rescue located in Maine. We strive to provide more than just a new family member. We provide links to other businesses that support our mission. We provide training tips and how-to on helping your new pet (or even a current one) live their best lives. We have testimonials from some of the wonderful families that we have impacted with our rescue.

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  • Rescue Charlie's Friends
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    90 Road BWoolwich, Maine 04579
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    Three Times the Love, Thanks to Rescue Charlie's Friends! I always knew I wanted to open my heart and home to dogs in need, but I never imagined the incredible journey that awaited me at Rescue Charlie's Friends. It wasn't just one furry friend I found there, but three! From the moment I walked in, the love for these dogs was palpable. The staff was incredibly helpful, patiently guiding me through the adoption process and ensuring the perfect match for all of us. Adopting from Rescue Charlie's Friends wasn't just about gaining three amazing dogs; it was about giving them a second chance at a happy life. Seeing them blossom in their forever home, full of love and joy, is the most rewarding experience. If you're looking to add a furry companion to your life, I can't recommend Rescue Charlie's Friends enough. They have a heart of gold and a passion for finding loving homes for dogs in need. You might just walk in looking for one dog, but you might leave with three times the love, just like me!
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    Rescue Charlie's Friends

    Rescue Charlie's Friends was established in 2018 because we love dogs and want them to have the best life possible. Many dogs lost their homes due to fire, floods or hurricanes. Others have been abandoned, neglected or abused. Whatever the cause, our mission is to rescue them and match them with a loving forever family. Most of our dogs come from high-kill shelters. The shelters do the best they can but due to limited facilities, dogs can't stay long. Dogs must be moved out quickly or be put down. These are Charlie's Friends. These are the dogs that we focus on. We stay in touch with shelters and volunteers in Texas, Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and elsewhere. We bring the dogs to Maine where Fosters care for them until they are adopted. We rescue as many dogs as we can but we always need more help.

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  • Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland
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    217 Landing Road Westbrook, Maine 04092
    portlandMaineUS
    ARLGP cares so much for every animal that comes their way. Everything from dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, guinea pigs, rats, and even mice! They are a wonderful organization, and they even promote humane education and fear free training.
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    Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland

    The Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland nurtures the connection between people and pets to advance animal welfare and improve the quality of life in our community.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Maryland

    Canine Humane Network
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    13454 Clarksville Pike, Highland, MD 20777
    baltimoreMarylandUS
    We got the best pup and the process was seamless, great advice and helpful staff
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    Canine Humane Network

    Established in 2016, Canine Humane Network is a non-profit dog rescue, shelter, adoption and training organization here in Highland, Howard County, Maryland. We are substantially operated by volunteer staff and many big-hearted volunteer foster families. Here at Canine Humane Network, we are dedicated to saving the lives of homeless dogs and providing a safe haven, humane care, and adoption programs for rescued dogs. We are deeply invested in the lifelong happiness of the dogs and owners we serve. We strive to build a humane environment for animals and people by providing excellent resources and training including humane education and therapy dog programs.

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  • Reed's Rescue
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    baltimoreMarylandUS
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    Last year I adopted a 10 year old hospice dog named Arnold. Arnold was a stray dog in need of rescue that landed in a shelter. Reed’s rescue pulled him from that shelter. I have had Arnold for a year and he is the sweetest gentlest dog I have ever met. I am very thankful they were able to pull him and allow me to adopt him and give him the family he deserves. They are the best!
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    Reed's Rescue

    Reeds Rescue is a non-profit volunteer dog rescue organization serving Baltimore County and surrounding areas. We are dedicated to rescuing dogs of senior age or deemed to be terminally ill from area shelters, dogs given up by their owners because of difficult circumstances, and those in danger of decompensating in the shelter environment. Reeds Rescue will provide nurturing foster homes while they await placement in their permanent homes. Reeds Rescue, the board, and the volunteers will strive to work with area shelters, the community, and other rescues to develop a network of supporters to create a better world for the elderly and terminal pets in need.

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    Our family adopted our first pup Willow from KTLH in 2019. They rescued her and her three litter mates from a shelter in Tulsa, OK and brought her all the way to Maryland where she had excellent care in her new foster home before she came to us. After we realized that Willow needed a sibling, we adopted our second dog, Poppy from KTLH in 2020. Prior to her adoption, Poppy had been attacked and had an extensive medical recovery period, but KTLH new they could find a good home for her when she was released from medical quarantine. We are forever grateful for KTLH and their commitment to taking in dogs that certainly would have been euthanized otherwise. Our dogs bring us so much joy every single day and we can't imagine life without them.
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    Key to lions heart rescue

    Key to Lion's Heart Rescue was founded in January 2018 in honor of Lion, a dog who made a tremendous impact on so many lives. Lion was dumped at a very high kill shelter where his time was up. Without knowing his past, he was pulled by a rescue and placed into a home. Lion was then moved nine times over the course of one year in an effort to find the right home. Unfortunately, the second to last move was that one that forever changed his soul. Just like people, dogs have a breaking point, and Lion had reached his. He had been through more in one year than any dog should ever have to go through in a lifetime. His last move was to a home where he was loved and cared for by a handful of people, his advocates for many months. Unfortunately, it was too late. The pain and suffering he had endured in some of his previous places was more than Lion could overcome. The light in his eyes was gone and he was suffering. In the arms of the people who loved him dearly, we whispered our goodbyes and told him how much we loved him. Humans had failed him. As we kissed him goodbye, we promised Lion that we would do our best to ensure no dog would ever have to endure what he had in his last year. At that moment, we dedicated ourselves to unlocking hope for all dogs by giving a little piece of our hearts to every single one that we can save.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Massachusetts

    Gals Best Pal Inc.
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    worcesterMassachusettsUS
    Gals Best Pals truly prioritizes the success of each individual adoption. I have had several rescues and have never encountered better dog-centered services to ensure each dog has the chance to really find a forever home. They are simply amazing.
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    Gals Best Pal Inc.

    Our goal at GBP is to make rescuing a dog stress free and interactive, while also setting our adopters up for success by thoughtfully placing the dogs we are adopting out. During the application process, our goal is to communicate and educate each person we talk to, so that when you find your perfect match and are ready to bring them home, you are prepared and ready for the next few weeks to come! We will continue to provide thoughtful advice and emotional assistance throughout the lifetime of each GBP adoption.

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  • Last Hope K9 Rescue
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    Last Hope is an amazing organization who rescues dogs in Arkansas and brings them up to New England to be adopted. They made the whole adoption process so seamless and I love that every dog is in a foster home prior to being adopted so that you could talk to their foster parents, and get a sense for the dog and if they’d be a good fit.
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    Last Hope K9 Rescue

    LHK9 is a 501(c)(3) registered non-profit all-breed dog rescue based in Massachusetts. We are dedicated to saving abandoned, neglected, and abused dogs from high-kill shelters in Central Arkansas and beyond. Though our rescue efforts are focused in the Central Arkansas area, we also serve as a resource for local dog surrenders, shelters, and special rescue efforts in other areas. We don't discriminate on the basis of age, pre-existing medical conditions, or breed, because every dog deserves to know love. As the literal ‚'last hope' of the dogs we serve, our southern fosters pull dogs and puppies from partner shelters in Arkansas. While in foster, each dog receives love, care, and medical treatment, then receives a health clearance and transports to New England. After a mandatory 48-hour quarantine stay and an additional health clearance, each dog is picked up and fostered by a northern foster family who serves as a gateway to his/her adoptive home, affectionately known as a FURever home.

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  • Buddy and Friends Animal Rescue
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    bostonMassachusettsUS
    Summer 2023 I went to my first adoption event. It was incredible, every volunteer knowledge on all the dogs was amazing. September 2023 i became a part of this amazing family. I became a foster Mom and adopted him. Buddy and Friends Rescue will remain in your life, you need help with your brand new dog, they are there ASAP. The devotion Tffany, Sophia and staff give 24/7 is pure. They have first hand rescue with our TN partner. This group of spectacular people work full time, families to raise, still the pure unselfish, devotion love for animals is superior to other rescues i have seen. You can not get any better than the best. Buddy and Friends Rescue 🐾💜🐾💙
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    Buddy and Friends Animal Rescue

    Buddy & Friends Animal Rescue is a 501(c)3 non-profit, all-volunteer organization based in Pembroke, MA. We are NOT a shelter facility and rely solely on the backbone of our rescue which is fosters and volunteers.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Michigan

    Dalis To The Rescue
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    303 Valley Avenue, Alma, MI 48801
    lansingMichiganUS
    I have volunteered to walk dogs for dalis. I also love her support for all animals! She has done so much to help our community for the better! She works tirelessly to fundraise, get animals homes, groom, and do all she can. She deserves this and more!
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    Dalis To The Rescue

    At our rescue, we are not only dedicated to matching our dogs with the perfect home, we are also dedicated to educating our community about the benefits of spaying and neutering as Dalis herself raised the funds to build a surgical room at our rescue where we host low cost spay and neuter clinics for the public. We are not exclusive to one area or county, in fact many people use our services from all over the state of Michigan and even some out of state including Wisconsin, Ohio, and Indiana. Dalis heart belongs to the misunderstood, the old, and the disabled. She always says that her goal is to rescue, but that her dream is that one day she won't have to.

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  • A Rejoyceful Animal Rescue
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    44682 Morley Dr., Clinton Twp, MI 48036
    detroitMichiganUS
    ARAR takes in all animals of all needs. The love this rescue has for animals is beyond measurable. I adopted my cat from ARAR and support the rescue anyway I can so that others can love enjoy the love these sweet animals.
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    A Rejoyceful Animal Rescue

    Here at ARAR, we see our shelter as a safe transition point for many animals in need. Our goal is to keep animals in our shelter for the least amount of time possible. It is just a place for them to crash before their next step into a foster or adoptive home. Currently, we have about 30 cats and 10 dogs in our shelter. We do our best to make the animal's time here the best it can be. When they are in their kennels we play calming doggie music and they get enrichment actives. As we do not have a fenced in yard area outside, on nice days we schedule SniffSpots for our shelter residents! It is a great way that they can explore a new space and get some energy out.

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  • Heart of Michigan Bernese Mountain Dog Rescue
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    No all foster based homes
    detroitMichiganUS
    I have adopted 2 Bernese from Heart of Michigan Bernese Rescue. Both times I was well informed of how the dog’s personality was and their health. They do their research to make sure these abused dogs go to the best homes. They answered all questions throughly to the best of their knowledge. They will, if for some reason, take the rescue back if the home is not the best fit. I am forever grateful for this rescue. Misha and Guillermo fit in perfectly with my other 2 dogs and we have become a wonderful addition to my family. I always tell people how grateful I am for the people that work tirelessly for this rescue.
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    Heart of Michigan Bernese Mountain Dog Rescue

    Rescues are frequent. Re-homings are more frequent. Re-homings differ from rescues in the fact that we will have a history of the dog and its need. Puppies don't normally need to be placed until they get bigger than the owner had intended and therefore are not as common in rescue. Please keep in mind that most ‚rescue/rehome dogs, are placed because of behavioral problems, most, but not all. Many of the dog's issues were due to lack of training and socialization. Most problems can be addressed and corrected in a stable and loving home. If you really want a Berner, do tons of research. Our advice is to attend shows, join a BMD club and research breeders. If you would like to be considered for a rescue or re-homing, please read our policy's on the Adopting page. The mission of the HMBMD Rescue program is to take in dogs of Bernese Mountain Dog parentage that are in shelters, surrendered by their owners, or that have become lost and abandoned, and to place them in permanent pet homes in order to help provide a safe harbor that they might otherwise be destroyed or abandoned.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Minnesota

    Emotional Rescue LLC
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    We are 100% foster based with no building
    minneapolisMinnesotaUS
    Shannon of Emotional Rescue dedicates her whole life to helping dogs, especially those that are injured or paralyzed. She has many "wheelies" as she calls them that are now living full lives despite their mobility issues. All non-profit and barely scraping by.
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    Emotional Rescue LLC

    Emotional Rescue specializes in homeless dogs that need medical care. We rehabilitate the body, mind and soul of dogs that had no one to care for them.

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  • Warrior Dog Rescue
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    An amazing organization of caring and dedicated staff and volunteers. It's run tirelessly by earnest folks devoted to the cause of helping dogs. Not every potential adopter qualifies to receive a dog as the vetting process is extensive.
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    Warrior Dog Rescue

    Warrior Dog rescue is a non-profit organization based in Savage, MN that is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and finding adoptive homes for dogs that have been abandoned, abused, or neglected. We are celebrating our 6th year in rescue and have saved over 3,400 dogs to date. When we reflect on that number we think that each one of those dogs had a foster hero that YES to saving them! We think about all the visits to the vet, the training, the full food bowls, walks, belly rubs, and all the healing that was given to each of them through the love and safety we were able to provide. Knowing that we were able to help them heal and be ready to love their forever family is a blessing beyond compare. Our storybook is filled with all the Warrior Dogs who have come into our lives and forever imprinted on our hearts. The Warrior Dog family continues to save these sweet souls because they all deserve to the know the gift of love and safety. There is still work to be done and by the grace and selflessness of our volunteer and foster teams, along with our generous donors we will continue. There are so many pups even as you read this that are alone and sick, abandoned in kill shelters and on roadsides, living a life filled with fear and abuse. We are steadfast in our commitment to continue to make a difference, one dog at a time.

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  • Winona Area Humane Society
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    1112 East Broadway Street, Winona, MN 55987(Open by appointment only)
    MinnesotaUS
    In my short time working at WAHS, it has been an amazing experience. The other staff members and volunteers make the shelter an inviting and loving environment and really do their best to make sure all dogs and cats are happy and healthy. Having animals in a shelter can be seen as sad most times, which it is, but in my experience we have helped so many of them get where they need to be and come out better than ever in order to be placed in the perfect forever home. It is not an easy thing to do to be there for the heartbreak some of these situations can give you, and that’s why I think the Winona Area Humane Society is an amazing shelter, because through good and bad, we all find a way to come together for these animals that have not been dealt the best hand in life.
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    Winona Area Humane Society

    Since 1992, the Winona Area Humane Society (WAHS) has been dedicated to improving the lives of our community's companion animals by providing humane care to adoptable shelter dogs and cats, and offering public services to pet owners in need of support. Our no-kill animal shelter does not receive municipal or federal funding to carry out our mission. Thanks to fundraising, grants, and generous donations, our passionate hands-on staff & volunteers are able to care for at least 14 dogs and 50 cats at a time, and place an average of 227 cats and dogs in loving forever homes every year.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Mississippi

    Tunica Humane Society
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    4500 Fox Island Rd Tunica, MS 38676
    gulfportMississippiUS
    Two sisters started this rescue and are still the backbone and boots on the ground well into their golden years. They do so much with so lettle help and few donations so anything that can help them do more is money well spent!
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    Tunica Humane Society

    This is the Tunica County Dog Pound, 6 cages where dogs were held for 5 days before they were disposed of. No pet of the week No vet No love No care Only a death sentence. Picture All of this changed August 2008 when the Tunica Humane Society was formed by a group of women determined to change the Tunica County Dog Pound from an ALL-KILL facility to a NO-KILL facility. Today the Tunica Humane Society has grown and moved to a new facility with room for many more dogs with the help of donors such as Caesars Entertainment and Sidewalk Angels. But the Tunica Humane Society still needs the help of generous donors, fosters, and volunteers.

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  • Paws N Hooves Rescue
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    Paws N Hooves Rescue

    We are a non profit rescue We love our fur babies and will do anything we can to help one in need. We aren't in this for money or to be recognized.. we simply wish to give a voice to those that don't have one. We operate out of Desoto County, Mississippi. Our goal is to turn the abused and neglected, into a loving, happy, FURever grateful, member of your family.

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  • Humane Society of South Mississippi
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    2615 25th Ave.Gulfport, MS 39501
    gulfportMississippiUS
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    Humane Society of South Mississippi

    The Humane Society of South Mississippi (HSSM) is the largest animal welfare organization in the state of Mississippi. In 2023, HSSM cared for nearly 5,000 homeless pets. Since our incorporation in 1952, HSSM has been committed to ending pet overpopulation on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. HSSM is an open-admissions shelter and turns no pet away based on health, age, or behavioral status. Oftentimes our open-admissions status in a community with a disproportionately high number of homeless pets leads to needless euthanasia of adoptable pets in our shelter HSSM has now vowed to change this. In January of 2012, HSSM's Board of Directors adopted the most progressive initiative ever undertaken by our organization. This initiative, entitled Countdown to Zero, aims to eliminate the euthanasia of all healthy and treatable pets in our community. Our dream is to make South Mississippi a truly humane community where every pet lives out his/her life in a loving home. When HSSM achieves this goal, we will be the first community in the Deep South to achieve this milestone.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Missouri

    Stray Rescue of St. Louis
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    2320 Pine StreetSt. Louis, MO 63103
    st. louisMissouriUS
    Stray Rescue provides foster care and rescue services for so many stray dogs that are found on the streets of STL. They offer wonderful training classes (my dog is reactive, and they understood!) and puppy play dates twice a week which is oh so helpful for new puppy parents. I am thankful to have them in my city, as they work tirelessly and advocate for those animals who cannot themselves.
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    Stray Rescue of St. Louis

    What sets Stray Rescue of St. Louis apart in the animal welfare community near and far? We seek out and take in those who no other organization will help or would simply euthanize because they are too expensive to heal. We take the abandoned, beaten, bred, fought, injured, terrified, defeated and betrayed. We see beyond their brokenness and are here to pick up the pieces to make these special animals whole again. We see the individual and know that there's no one size fits all treatment plan. The minute they enter our doors, we look in their eyes and promise them ALL the second chance they deserve for health, home, commitment and love. Because these animals come in with a story that would give us all nightmares, it takes them longer to open up, trust and believe in humankind again. But with patience and time always on their unique schedule we see the light shine in their eyes again. Animals have an amazing ability to forgive which never ceases to amaze us.

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  • Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue
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    4107 White Tiger Lane, Columbia, MO 65203
    st. louisMissouriUS
    While I adopted Lynyrd through another rescue in town, Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue is really who helped me become a better and more educated dog mom. As a 1st time dog mom, Lynyrd & I didn't speak the same language and I and took to the internet to find some videos that could help me train but they were not how I wanted to train my pup. I remember coming home from a challenging walk, closing myself in the bathroom, and crying because these videos were all about using aversive training and I didn't want to hurt him. Why would anyone want to hurt an animal especially one that was abandoned and possibly abused? I had fleeting thoughts of rehoming him because I didn't feel that I would be able to train him and I didn't want anything terrible to happen to him because all the "training" I was doing was not helping. Enter Unchained Melodies. They have amazing training classes and are R+/Force & Fear Free. The classes were easy to understand and follow along. What a complete difference it made not just for Lynyrd but for myself as well. I was now equipped with the tools to be able to successfully train my pup! We have taken so many training classes through Unchained Melodies and I just signed us up for the Canine Good Citizen Course through UMDR. They become invested in ensuring that you and your pup are set up for success. Kai Murphy, who is one of SniffSpots top trainers in Missouri, is the trainer at Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue and he is amazing at what he does. As a rescue, I have witnessed the tremendous work that they put in as a rescue org. They dedicate their lives to freeing chained or penned dogs and put in so much work to rehabilitate the pups so they can live inside where they are supposed to. They advocate for the animals in their care by vetting the adoption candidates and ensuring that there is a fit between pup and adopters. They will also help other rural shelters by taking in pups, often pregnant mommas, and finding them good homes. I wish I would clearly articulate all the good that I have seen from this Rescue. I will always support their efforts through donating, attending events in and around town or by taking classes through them. In all of the amazing rescues out there, Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue is at the top of the list. Whether someone wants to adopt their new BFF, attend training classes, take part in one of many special events around Columbia, or simply donate time and/or money to help support a rescue, I would absolutely recommend Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue.
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    Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue

    Unchained Melodies rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes chained, penned, and abused dogs that have no voice. We fight for stronger laws and have many programs that benefit our community.

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  • Center for Animal Rescue & Enrichment of St. Louis - CARE STL
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    2700 Walnut Place, St. Louis, MO 63103
    st. louisMissouriUS
    My husband and I adopted our 2 pups from CARE STL in 2018. I'd been volunteering at CARE STL for awhile. We still had our little old man toy poodle and knew it was time to grow our pack again. I'm type A and went in with a list of my top 5 dogs at the shelter - dogs that I'd walked or played with at CARE. We met with a staff member who also knew me. And after talking for a bit, we met our first dog, Sawyer (shelter name: Saunter). I fell in love immediately. He was shut down and as with many of our friends in the shelter, was giving into shelter stress. He was a relatively knew intake, so he wasn't on my list lol. He is spunky and sweet. He's my early morning jogging buddy and my sous chef every morning for breakfast. He also LOVES water. A month later, we decided that we wanted to foster a dog. I had had my eye on a dog named Beefcake earlier (he was on my original top 5 list), but had been adopted so when we adopted Sawyer, Beefcake wasn't at the shelter. Well, he was returned to CARE a few days after being adopted. He was attacked by the resident dog, and the humans had given up on him and returned him back to the shelter. But, one man's trash is another man's treasure. And a treasure he is. Now his name is Bulleit (like the bourbon, yall!) - but usually answers to Boolinz. This dude doesn't do anything half ass, whether it's stealing the spatula off the kitchen counter and prancing around the backyard with it, running full speed zoomies, rocking a game of tuggies, or loving his humans (he's always the first to snuggle us and stay by our side when either of us is sick or sad), this dog and his brother are my whole heart. CARE STL encompasses a lot of good people who volunteer their time and money, staff that works tirelessly, and a fearless leader in Weng Horak, who care deeply and endlessly about the dogs in their care. They see the best and worst of humanity in our city, in the lives of the neglected animals. And to take a municipal shelter and turn it into a no-kill environment has taken (and still takes daily) a herculean effort of a group of people who are for the animals through and through. I know there are a lot of deserving rescues, but if it wasn't for CARE, we wouldn't have the absolute joy of having Sawyer & Bulleit in our lives. Sniffspots has also been a godsend for us, and its origin story all the more sweeter because both of our boys are dog-aggressive (towards other dogs, not each other!), and human/stranger-aggressive. There are thousands of rescue dog owners like us who can't do the traditional things with their dogs and are incredibly thankful for the people in our community who open up their yards to us via Sniffspots.
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    Center for Animal Rescue & Enrichment of St. Louis - CARE STL

    We accept the homeless, abused, neglected, injured, and surrendered animals of the City of St. Louis into our care so they will be safe and loved until they can be adopted into loving homes.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Montana

    Heart of the Valley Animal Shelter
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    1549 E. Cameron Bridge Rd, Bozeman MT 59718
    bozemanMontanaUS
    Beautiful and caring no-kill shelter in Bozeman, MT. I spoke with a volunteer who has been there for many many years and they had nothing but incredible things to say.
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    Heart of the Valley Animal Shelter

    Heart of the Valley, Inc. (HOV) is a private 501(c)(3) non-profit animal shelter located in Bozeman and serving the Gallatin and Madison Valleys. Our primary service area includes Bozeman, Belgrade, Manhattan, Three Forks, Big Sky, West Yellowstone. HOV also has contracts to serve as a stray holding facility for Gallatin County, City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade and the Town of Manhattan. HOV is an open admission shelter which means we accept any dog or cat brought to the shelter regardless of condition or circumstance. In addition to reuniting lost pets with their families and finding new homes for homeless animals, HOV serves as a resource for the community by providing programs and services designed to help bring people and pets together. We offer humane education programming, canine training classes and behavioral consultations, special adoption programs for senior adults and military veterans, low cost micro-chipping, ID tags, pet licensing and a no cost Spay/Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP).

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  • Humane Society of Western Montana
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    5930 HWY 93 S Missoula, MT 59804
    MontanaUS
    HSWMT does so much good for our communities and the animals here. They put on free/low cost immunization and spay/neuter, microchip clinics and its so so important to do.
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    Humane Society of Western Montana

    The Humane Society of Western Montana was incorporated in 1963 as the Missoula Humane Society. At that time, our community had a considerable overpopulation of pets. So much so that thousands came through our doors and difficult decisions were made. Fast forward to the present and there is much to celebrate. Our community embraced spay/neuter programs and as a result, the sheer volume of pets coming through our doors for rehoming dropped from over 8,000 to approximately 1,400. HSWM is grateful for the work of all our volunteers and staff over the years. We wish our work was done. However, in many ways it is just beginning. When we consider pet welfare across the state, there are many areas where spay/neuter has simply been an unavailable and unaffordable service. There are communities where pet populations are at unsustainable levels and dogs and cats go hungry. People and pets in those areas need our help. And, as costs rise, many here in Missoula are now finding they cannot afford care. This is why we offer free vaccine clinics, low cost spay neuter services and travel long distances to provide care to underserved clients and pets. Through our programs, which include a robust foster care system, food pantry, behavior hotline and veterinary care, we serve more animals outside the shelter than within our walls. And we are growing.

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  • Janeen's Catahoula Leopard Dog Rescue
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    billingsMontanaUS
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    Janeen's Catahoula Leopard Dog Rescue

    Janeen’s Catahoula Leopard Dog Rescue (JCLDR) is a 501c3 nonprofit dog rescue, consisting of volunteers who worked together successfully in years past for other rescue organizations. JCLDR was officially organized in 2014. After being in rescue 15 years, serving in the capacity of Coordinator at Large, in-house behaviorist and Vice President, Janeen Jackson pulled together trusted volunteers to create JCLDR, sharing 40 years of experience and expertise with the Catahoula breed. Our goal is to be a help to the staggering numbers of dogs being thrown away, traumatized, and euthanized. We wish to aid humans in keeping their commitments to dogs, through education and support. We offer a proven Board of Directors who are compatible in rescue and skilled in business operations. In spite of hectic lifestyles, we each share part of the load as volunteers, seeking no reward or benefit for ourselves except giving life another chance. Dogs are not unfeeling pieces of furniture, and they deserve love, dignity, and a second chance. We are passionate about our mission, and for many of us it is a personal one. We understand that sometimes all people really need to inspire them to give a dog another chance, is to hear someone say, “I can help. Together we can make it work; I believe in you.” We strive to build a bridge of trust.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Nebraska

    Nebraska Humane Society
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    8929 Fort Street in Omaha, Nebraska.
    omahaNebraskaUS
    I thought volunteering would make me sadder seeing the behind the scenes of the shelter. I could not be more proud of the Nebraska Humane Society. I ended up adopting, and was offered many resources and it’s so obvious how much they care for every animal.
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    Nebraska Humane Society

    The Nebraska Humane Society was founded in 1875. It is the fifth oldest humane society in the nation, and, today, is also one of the largest. We offer shelter to animals who have no place to call home and provide vital services to them and to the people who love them. Every year, more than 24,000 animals, including wildlife, find their way to our doors. Through our programs, we touch the lives of more than 200,000 people annually with our message of compassion and humane treatment for all living creatures. We are housed on a 13-acre campus with four buildings, 170 dedicated staff members and 500 volunteers.

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  • Midwest Wheaten Rescue
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    Midwest Wheaten Rescue

    Founded in 2009, our rescue is based on the belief that each dog deserves a chance. Every year, many Wheatens and mixed breed pups find themselves without a home. Our entire team is made up of volunteers who are committed to helping rescue and place these sweet pups. We do not operate a shelter. Instead, rescue dogs live with our foster families, until they are adopted. We are based in Omaha, Nebraska. We rescue and place dogs throughout the Midwest, and even farther, where possible. We take pride in completing due diligence, to make sure each dog is placed with a home that is the best fit, both for the dog and for the adopting family. We are proud to have received the Non-Profit 501(c)3 status from the IRS. Rescue is a labor of love -- it's all for the love of dogs.

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  • Nebraska Boston Terrier Rescue
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    omahaNebraskaUS
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    Nebraska Boston Terrier Rescue

    Boston Terrier Rescue in Nebraska was founded in 1998. In 2004, it evolved into Nebraska Boston Terrier Rescue, Inc., a 501(c)(3) Non-profit Organization. We operate as an all-volunteer based organization and run strictly on donations. Our volunteers are dedicated to rescuing Boston terriers from shelters and individuals and finding them forever homes. We do not have a physical shelter that you can visit. All of our dogs are fostered in volunteers homes until they find their new safe, happy and FOREVER home. Boston terrier mixes are considered on an individual basis. Nebraska Boston Terrier Rescue serves the states of Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Colorado, Minnesota, South Dakota and Wyoming. Other states are considered if we can find the appropriate help in that state or we will refer you to a Boston Rescue closer to you.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Nevada

    Retriever Rescue of Las Vegas
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    NevadaUS
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    Bunny Buddy's and Retreiver Rescue of Las Vegas do a fantastic job rescuing dogs from Asia
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    Retriever Rescue of Las Vegas

    Retriever Rescue of Las Vegas (RRLV) was founded in Las Vegas, NV. by Danielle Roth-Lapolla and Jon Lapolla in 2019 and focuses on International Rescue Retrievers (and other breeds). RRLV's goal is to save dogs in terrible situations overseas. RRLV is a 100% volunteer based, non-profit organization. We believe in making a difference one dog at a time and being the voice for the voiceless. Retriever Rescue Las Vegas Dog RescueWe started this Rescue because we are aware of outrageous abuse happening in some overseas countries and cases we saw crushed our hearts. It made us think hard of what we can do to make a difference, even if it's one dog at a time. After volunteering throughout Las Vegas we wanted to not have to say no to non-purebred dogs and we didn't want to base our rescue on votes. We just want to save as many of the loving fury faces as we can and make a difference in the furbabies life furever.

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  • Dog Town Canine Rescue
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    renoNevadaUS
    Taking care of those most vulnerable among us is a service to God!
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    Dog Town Canine Rescue

    Since 2003. Dog Town Rescue has focused on saving dogs from the absolute worst situations. Dogs abandoned by humans, dogs coming from survival situations fending for themselves in the desert, and feral dogs living on the fringes of civilization. Many of the dogs we have saved needed to be caught in a humane trap in order to safely bring them to our shelter. The dogs we rescue are not vaccinated. We have taken in dozens of dying puppies with Parvo. They are not fixed, which is a huge contributor to unwanted and neglected dogs. They are not fed properly, so most are full of tapeworms from eating rabbits and roadkill. Loose dogs get into fights, hit by cars, have untreated injuries with infections. We've rescued dogs with buckshot and/or .22 bullets in them that our vet removed while they were being spayed/neutered. We also serve our local Indigenous communities by providing free of charge dog spay/neuters for Tribal members. Most of our neighboring Colonies and Reservations are located in remote areas, and have little to no animal services. City and County animal control are jurisdictionally limited as to what they can provide, but as a non-governmental organization, Dog Town goes where the need is.

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  • SPCA of Northern Nevada
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    4950 Spectrum BlvdReno, NV 89512
    renoNevadaUS
    This organization does wonderful things for the animals in Northern Nevada.
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    SPCA of Northern Nevada

    We are, and will continue to be, a strong advocate for animal welfare in our community and beyond. We believe that maintaining the highest standards and best practices in managing our clinic and Adoption Center are critically important, and we strive to achieve that goal every day. We are a wholly independent organization. We are not directly affiliated with any other SPCA, the national ASPCA, nor any other animal welfare organizations. Please explore our website for more information on our adoptions and community programs. You can also learn more about us on Guidestar.com.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In New Hampshire

    Mary's Dogs Rescue & Adoption
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    984 1st New HampshireTurnpike, Northwood, NH 02261
    manchesterNew HampshireUS
    We follow organizations, people, and leaders for not just what they do — but for how and why they do it. Mary’s Dogs inspires me because their passion, their perseverance, and their heart is evident with every dog they place. We adopted a beautiful shepherd mix with anxiety and some challenging behaviors, and the love that every single staff member and volunteer has for our girl — then, now, and always, is awe-inspiring. Mary’s Dogs invests itself fully and is deeply aligned in its mission to find the right and sustainable home for the dogs in its care, and to constantly and creatively do MUCH with little. Their social media presence is fabulous and they share photos, stories, successes, and struggles with humor, compassion, and love. As an adoptee, I have become part of their community and am so grateful to Mary’s Dogs for their heartfelt, excellent work for dogs and families.
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    Mary's Dogs Rescue & Adoption

    Mary's Dogs - Rescue & Adoption Through every step of the rescue and adoption, connections are made between people, cultures, and dogs. Our community is extremely grateful for the supportive network that embraces us. Thank you to our partners in the south, our team, and all our adoptive families for being‚ the Hero in a dog's life. Why adopt a Mary's Dog? All dogs deserve a chance to find a loving and caring home. Many are abandoned or neglected or never given the chance of a good life. As soon as our dogs are in the care of our southern partners, they are treated as family members while awaiting transport to New Hampshire. Our professional team begins caring for the dogs as soon as they arrive at our state-licensed facility to ensure the dogs successfully transition into forever homes. We provide specialty collars and leashes, yummy treats, toys and even homemade chicken stew. The dogs are examined by our veterinarian and then microchipped. Once they are granted a NH Health Certificate and observed by our dog savvy rescue team, they are ready to be loved by you! We know our dogs. It's important you find the right dog for you and your family. We want all our adoptions to be successful and are available to answer your questions before and after you've brought your dog home. Please keep in touch! Join our growing community of dog parents and best friends. Come to one of our events, ‚learn about dogs, buy a dog a gift ,share photos! We love every dog we rescue. Good dogs make best friends. Will you be the Hero in a Mary's Dog's life?

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  • Second Chance Ranch Rescue
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    449 Joe English Rd, New Boston, NH 03070
    manchesterNew HampshireUS
    second chance ranch rescue specializes in taking in dogs that are typically judged based on breed, age or history. They rehabilitate these dogs and help socialize, love, and work with them until they are ready to be put through a thorough adoption process. This process ensures the dog and the adopters have the perfect match! Additionally, they are known to help dogs within their community by running bootcamps to help families learn and help their dogs - typically focusing on socialization.
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    Second Chance Ranch Rescue

    Second Chance Ranch Rescue is dedicated to rehabilitating and providing second chances to dogs who are misunderstood and would otherwise be lost in traditional shelter systems.

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  • Over the Hill Senior Dog Sanctuary
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    If you ever get the chance to visit Over the Hill Senior Dog Sanctuary you should take it, upon walking in the door you will be greeted by at least 10 very happy dogs. The (mostly) senior dogs are given the chance to experience the "couch dog" life that some dogs never get the chance to. Brianna puts her heart, soul and everything she has into the dogs (and a few cats) in her care. Most of this is done all on her own with a very select few that she trusts to call in for help. If you wanted a picture of what rescue can be, Over the Hill is it.
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    Over the Hill Senior Dog Sanctuary

    We are an in-home rescue for senior and special need dogs. Most of our pack is made up of retired sled dogs, but you'll find a few misfit mutts in the mix. Over the Hill Senior Dog Sanctuary Inc is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization. We are dedicated to providing a safe, loving home to senior dogs in need, no matter how short their time is.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In New Jersey

    MatchDog Rescue
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    The MatchPad, 822 White Horse Pike, Atco, Waterford, NJ 08004
    trentonNew JerseyUS
    "Adopting from Match Dog Rescue has been an absolute joy for my family. From the seamless process to finding our perfect match, every step was effortless. The attention to detail, from vet records to microchipping, ensured our new furry family member was fully prepared for his forever home. It's evident that Match Dog Rescue invests considerable care and time behind the scenes to ensure every dog finds their perfect match. I cannot recommend them highly enough to anyone considering adoption. With MatchDog Rescue, you can trust that no stone is left unturned in their dedication to finding loving homes for these deserving dogs. We are so happy with our new pup! Thank you MatchDog!
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    MatchDog Rescue

    MatchDog Rescue MatchDog is a personal foster-based canine rescue community in South Jersey with a vision to save abandoned dogs of all ages from unwarranted euthanasia. We rescue, match, and rehome these loving souls as companion animals in an effort to end overpopulation and abuse.

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  • Save the Satos - jefferson, NJ
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    Save the Satos - jefferson, NJ

    There are an estimated 500,000 stray dogs in Puerto Rico, a US Commonwealth about the size of Connecticut. Back in October of 2018 four team members went to the island to see if they could help. Throughout the week, the team saved over 30 dogs. Within the next 8 months, the team visited the island 3 more times and continued to save another 50 Satos and placed them in loving homes. They volunteered at The Spayathon for Puerto Rico, doing everything they could to make a difference, but it still was not enough. This is when Save the Satos was formed. We have made it our life's mission to not stop until we make a difference in the stray population on this beautiful little island.

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  • Sammy's Hope
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    1400 Main St. Sayreville, NJ 08872
    trentonNew JerseyUS
    Sammy's Hope is a great shelter that is clean, the volunteers are very friendly and it really shows how much they care for the animals. They take in animals from local NJ Municipal shelters to provide them with shelter, medical care and enrichment while they wait for their forever home.
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    Sammy's Hope

    Placing homeless animals in loving, forever homes while providing shelter, socialization, medical care and enrichment, since 2010

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In New Mexico

    NMDOG
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    My rehab vcet recommended NMDOG when I was looking to adopt another dog. The organizatioin had liberated Miles from a chain welded around his neck. They then arranged for him to spend time at a local daycare and spa, and when he was came for his adoption visit, he was already socialized, beautifully groomed, and ready for a new home. My second dog was rescued by NMDOG from a local shelter that lacked veterinary carel, and NMDOG saved her from a life-threatening injury. Once again, Emma had been fostered and nurtured for several months before she was ready for success in the world. NMDOG goes the extra mile, their mission of rescuing chained and abused dogs is vital, and their attentive, loving care goes above and beyond. It simply doesn't get any better than NMDOG.
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    NMDOG

    NMDOG is an in-the-trenches rescue serving the chained, the abused, the abandoned dogs of New Mexico. Headquartered out of Albuquerque, this small, 501(c)3 non profit, all volunteer, foster based rescue was established in 2010, touching the lives of thousands of dogs ever since

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  • Animal Humane New Mexico
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    615 Virginia St. SEAlbuquerque, NM 87108
    albuquerqueNew MexicoUS
    Espanola Humane is a small shelter in Northern NM. It has an amazing group of dedicated people who work to provide free spay and neutering services to their community and whenever possible, nearby towns. They work tirelessly to take in unwanted animals and work to find them new homes. I have used them on several occasions to spay and neuter stray and unwanted cats in our neighborhood. I really cannot say enough about how hard they work to make a real difference.
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    Animal Humane New Mexico

    Founded in 1965, Animal Humane New Mexico is the state's leading private 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal welfare organization serving more than 10,000 homeless and at-risk dogs & cats each year. We never euthanize based on age or length of stay and since 2010, have re-homed 100% of healthy pets in our care. We support every companion animal at Animal Humane with outstanding veterinary, social and emotional care, and love. As a private nonprofit shelter, we receive no city, state or federal funding; each dollar judiciously spent is earned or raised. We are nationally recognized as a top U.S. charity based on financial accountability, transparency, and administrative-to-program cost ratios. Animal Humane is among only 9 percent of nationwide charities to have received five consecutive annual four-star evaluations, the highest possible, from Charity Navigator, including a top score of 100 for accountability and transparency.

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  • ABQ Chihuahua Rescue, Inc.
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    ABQ Chihuahua Rescue, Inc.

    ABQ Chihuahua Rescue provides safe homes and health care for stray, abandoned, and abused companion Chihuahuas and Chihuahua mixes, and education for the general public regarding the responsibilities of ownership and the humane treatment of companion dogs. Presently these services are provided in the county of Bernalillo in the state of New Mexico. ABQ Chihuahua Rescue provides the state of New Mexico with the valuable service of providing homes for dogs without homes. Revenues to support are inadequate to meet the state's needs in caring for abandoned dogs. Resources to accommodate the needs of abandoned dogs are often decreased to meet the "human" need. Unfortunately, when dogs are dumped in the vast landscape for financial resources, New Mexico cannot meet the situation. In Bernalillo County, there are only a handful of animal control officers to patrol a very large metropolitan area. Bernalillo is one of the most populated counties in New Mexico. It is surrounded by Indian reservations that are also drastically short of funding for abandoned dogs. Spay, neuter and vaccination laws are infrequently or selectively enforced and in the southwest, there is a value placed upon an individual's freedom to roam in wide-open spaces. Unfortunately, humans often provide the same rights to their pets, who cannot protect themselves. As a result, dogs are often lost, killed, and forgotten. There are countless reasons for these dogs to be abandoned. Age, Health, Pregnancy, and Disease are only a few reasons that these dogs find themselves under the ABQ Chihuahua Rescue's care. ABQ Chihuahua Rescue, Inc is a small but effective non-profit organization. Since its formation, the organization has helped numerous dogs through New Mexico. Its primary function has been to care for these homeless dogs and to find them a furever home.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In New York

    A Good Dog Rescue, Inc
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    218 Croton Dam Rd Ossining NY by appointment
    new yorkNew YorkUS
    Can't say enough about this rescue, Lisa is just amazing
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    A Good Dog Rescue, Inc

    I started this rescue in 2018 to save really good family dogs at risk in high kill shelters. We are community based and have hundreds of volunteers. We use a common sense approach to rescue and always, always take our dogs back.

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  • Operation Freedom Ride
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    Operation freedom ride is one of the best rescues in our area. I’ve never met a group of people more dedicated to helping save the lives of animals, and I work in the vet field! We help any and all that we can, from broken, young, old, you name it. Dogs and cats.
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    Operation Freedom Ride

    Operation Freedom Ride is a 100% foster based non-profit dog and cat rescue located in Rochester, NY. All of our animals are being cared for in foster homes until they find their forever homes. We rescue dogs and cats locally from our local shelters, strays and owner surrenders. We also rescue dogs from overcrowded kill shelters in the south.

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  • Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF Beacon)
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    54 Simmons Lane Beacon, NY 12508
    poughkeepsieNew YorkUS
    Wonderful rescue with compassioate volunteers. They take time to write personal letters whenever I submit a donation in someone's honor.
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    Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF Beacon)

    Animal Rescue Foundation, also commonly known as ARF, is a Federal 501(c)(3) non-profit, no-kill, 100% volunteer animal rescue located in Beacon, NY. Our dedicated volunteers are driven by their love for animals and their desire to improve the lives of the cats and dogs at ARF. Since 1986, we've rescued, rehabilitated, sheltered, and found loving homes for thousands of cats and dogs. Every step is taken to assure that animals go to good and appropriate adoptive homes. Even those who aren't chosen by a family experience unwavering love and care from our devoted volunteers, creating a forever home right here at ARF.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In North Carolina

    Pawfect Match Rescue and Rehabilitation
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    I would like to recommend Pawfect March Rescue. They are an awesome rescue and have very caring people committed to helping all dogs. They provide everything and all the foster has to do is provide a loving home for their dogs. They have been so supportive and helpful. Fostering is so rewarding!!!! I have fostered for Pawfect Match Rescue for approximately 10 months. I was 67 years old and retired when I started fostering for them. I have met some amazing people and made some new friends through Pawfect Match Rescue! During that time, I have fostered 4 different dogs. Three of the dogs were from puppy mills, the other one was owner surrendered. The puppy mill dogs lived in crates. They were scared and not know what it was to be cared for and to be loved. They had never been vetted or bathe. They had never walked on grass, mulch less being walked on a lease. When my first foster got use to being walked on a lease, she would look up at me with so much love in her eyes and the look of happiness on her face, as if she was saying, “thank you so much”! I love all of my foster babies and Pawfect March Rescue! Thank you Pawfect Match Rescue for giving so much to so many dogs.
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    Pawfect Match Rescue and Rehabilitation

    Pawfect Match Rescue and Rehabilitation is a dedicated non-profit rescue comprised of only volunteers. We are committed to rescuing and rehabilitating dogs that would otherwise face euthanasia due to illness, injury, age, breed, etc. Our shelterless rescue aims to address this critical issue by providing necessities including medical care, basic training and the opportunity to familiarize the dogs to safe loving homes. We strongly believe that every dog deserves a chance at a happy and fulfilling life.

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  • Charley's K-9 Rescue
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    I have been volunteering with this Rescue since they began. I believe it is far away one of the most impactful rescues I have been in association with, and I volunteer and Foster for many. This Rescue takes the many, many pitbulls that people have discarded, regardless of what condition, both physically and mentally and totally rehabilitates them. Nicole Blanton-Clarke who runs The Rescue is a trained Trainer in dog behavioral science. She also does board and train for any of her fosters or adopters. Her prices are basically at cost every penny she makes from either an adoption fee, which is almost nothing, and mostly from training, goes back into this little Rescue ! Each dog in her rescue on site is loved and lives in her home. And her other fosters and adopters are in homes that she thoroughly and the team thoroughly vets. She always takes any of her dogs back if there's any issue. So many rescues do not do that . I commend Nicole for the incredibly hard working and giving group of volunteers and fosters that she has built in just a couple of years. It is an amazing community of loving people towards a breed that is in many strays in shelters in North Carolina. It's almost hard to find a dog that isn't a pit mix. And she and her recur team has helped so many hundreds over the years , I can't keep count. So much Love , so much training - she will also certify her dogs to be good canine citizens. I just can't reckon this group and they're accomplishments in our state higher and she lives donation to donation so this would be so wonderful to be awarded best rescue. It's certainly the hardest Rescue . Any pit ball makes that comes from this rescue is a wonderful dog!
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    Charley's K-9 Rescue

    Charley's K-9 Rescue is a 501c3 non-profit dog rescue focused on helping bully breeds in our NC shelters at risk of euthanasia.

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  • Colonial Capital Humane Society
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    1860 Old Airport Rd. New Bern NC 28562
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    I volunteer with Colonial Capital Humane Society, working with the cats, and my husband and I have adopted two cats from there, so my experience with this group is up close and personal! They are a wonderful organization that genuinely does their very best for each and every animal in their care. These dogs and cats are not only well cared for, they are LOVED. CCHS has adoption coordinators who work with potential adopters to ensure that every adoption is a good fit, and that the animals are going to great homes where they will be loved and cared for. I can’t say enough good things about this organization!
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    Colonial Capital Humane Society

    Established in 1978, Colonial Capital Humane Society (CCHS) is the only no-kill shelter in Craven County. We are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for abandoned, abused and neglected animals while they wait for their forever homes. CCHS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, volunteer and donation driven organization.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In North Dakota

    Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue
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    I found TMAR one day on Facebook right after both my parents died in early 2020. I was already a pet lover having had 7 dogs and 2 cats at the same time for several years. The uniqueness of this rescue, it’s back story, and it’s unwillingness to give up has kept me supporting them since then. They have a global following for their rescue in their sparsely populated part of upper eastern North Dakota. Terrible weather, rural communities with little resources, and non existent state concerns for animal safety and welfare are daily problems they face. And yet they keep on going. They have been building a large new facility for two years that they are paying for as they go. We all help to finance this along with our rescue support. TMAR wants the youth of their area to participate in the animal care when the facility opens. They are a fabulous organization doing their best to help the unwanted and stray animals in their part of ND. They are worthy of any praise and financial help they get. ❤️
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  • Miles of Love
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    bismarckNorth DakotaUS
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    Miles of Love

    We are a 501c3 dog rescue located in Mandan, ND. Our mission is to fight the overpopulation of dog shelters around the United States. We plan to save them one by one, until there are none. We can't do it without you! It all started when... We were two young girls taking in strays and keeping them until we could find their homes. In early 2015, our lives changed... Kalli saved a dog from a high kill shelter. In the months that followed, we realized how many dogs needed a voice. We decided to be their voice. Our first step was to rescue 30 dogs from Texas, all within one month. We then went on to Shawnee, OK where we saved another six dogs. We also took in a few owner surrenders from our own state of North Dakota. In 2016, we rescued an additional 25 dogs from Texas. Our goal is to rescue from more states, including our own. Miles of Love is going to continue doing what we can to prevent overpopulation of dogs in the United States. We plan to save them one by one, until there are none.

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  • Central Dakota Humane Society
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    2104 37th StreetMandan, ND 58554
    bismarckNorth DakotaUS
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    Central Dakota Humane Society

    The Central Dakota Humane Society has had a shelter located three miles north of Mandan since 1994, but many people are surprised to find out that the organization has actually been doing good deeds in the community for more than 59 years. CDHS was originally formed by 12 members as the League for Animal Welfare in 1960. There seem to be a few misconceptions about CDHS. We are not the pound. We do not euthanize healthy and adoptable animals. The members who drafted the shelter's mission in 1994 decided that we should be a no-kill shelter, which means if an animal is healthy and temperamentally sound, we will not euthanize it. We will keep the animal until it can find a loving home. The members today continue to live by this philosophy because we believe there is always the perfect guardian out there looking for the loving cats and dogs we house at the shelter. Our main goals fall in line with our mission statement. Our first mission is to provide for, house, rehabilitate and relocate lost, strayed or homeless animals. Another important mission is to promote spaying and neutering of pets in order to cut down the number of the area's unwanted litters of puppies and kittens. We ARE a vital partner and a needed asset in our community. Please help us continue our mission. We challenge every pet lover in the Central Dakota area to show your love for your own animals by giving back to those less fortunate - the stray, abandoned and abused creatures who find their way to our doorstep and who are eventually adopted into wonderful, forever homes.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Ohio

    One of A Kind Pet Rescue
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    1929 W. Market St., Akron, OH 44313
    akronOhioUS
    I adopted my first cat as an adult from OOAK back in 2010. Over the last 14 years, I've adopted and fostered many cats from here. I love this rescue! And it all started with a little tabby kitten named Boots. She's almost 15 now! OOAK changed my life. I now foster and adopt senior and/or special needs cats exclusively. Rescue runs in my blood now!
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    One of A Kind Pet Rescue

    One of A Kind Pet Rescue is a non-profit organization founded in November 2005 and is funded by private donations. The organization is dedicated to saving animal lives, rescuing pets in imminent danger of euthanasia, spaying/neutering and adoption of homeless animals into appropriate, loving homes. We are a no-time-limit shelter, and no adoptable animal is euthanized. Many of our animals come from Animal Control Facilities (the pound) just prior to their scheduled euthanasia. Sick or injured animals brought to us by Good Samaritans are often given priority. Owner surrenders and strays are accepted when space is available.

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  • Cabin Critters Rescue
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    1088 Mead Mcneer Rd Wheelersburg Ohio 45694
    columbusOhioUS
    These people are wonderful for what they do!
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    Cabin Critters Rescue

    Cabin Critters Rescue is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit in Scioto County, Ohio, that is focused on animal rescue and education. Started in February of 2019, we have rescued over 1000 dogs and cats (plus many other types of animals). Our primary focus is to find loving homes for our animal friends where they will thrive and be loved for the rest of their lives. We also care much about the humans behind the animals, therefore we are also really big in educating and providing awareness, as well as help to those who seek it.

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  • CHA Animal Shelter
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    3765 Corporate Drive Columbus Ohio 43231
    columbusOhioUS
    I have been a volunteer at CHA for over 25 years and have adopted 5 dogs from them over that time. They are one of the first shelters in Columbus to adopt out pitbulls, which is why I started volunteering with them. The staff is kind and caring and we have a great volunteer base.
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    CHA Animal Shelter

    CHA Animal Shelter is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal shelter in northeast Columbus, Ohio. CHA is funded solely from adoption fees, donations from the public, and our own fundraising efforts.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Oklahoma

    Husky Halfway House Foundation
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    121130 S 4180 Rd Eufaula Oklahoma 74432
    OklahomaUS
    HuskyHusky
    Greetings from Mexico, I’ve been following this page in the last couple years, and the only thing I can say, it was the best thing ever, I’m truly happy because I know this dog breed has the highest ratio of abandoned dogs, and the fact that there’s someone out there working to help them find a home really makes me feel truly happy. This shelter make feel the same way and I am actually doing my part, by adopting and finding homes to every husky in my community. Thank you Husky Halfway House, for all of your incredible work.
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    Husky Halfway House Foundation

    H3 rescues, rehabs and re-homes huskies in puppy mills, shelters and abusive situations. With a current focus on raising awareness about spaying and neutering your pets. And creating a low cost spay and neuter clinic at our rescue.

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  • 405 Animal Rescue
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    oklahoma cityOklahomaUS
    Hi, I'm Megan. I was lucky enough to meet the founders of 405 animal rescue in 2018 while volunteering with them in animal rescue. They saw the need for a better rescue, a rescue that would do whatever possible to help decrease the homeless animal population in Oklahoma while educating the public about the need to spay and neuter pets. I've been with 405 from the start and absolutely love this rescue, the pets, and the people. I'm currently a board member, foster pet parent, foster fail extraordinaire, transporter, fund raiser, and grant writer. Because of 405 I've found a purpose, lifelong friends, been able to set an example for my young son, and found 2 of my 4 amazing pups. Many places would have euthanized my precious Merle, a blind Catahoula Aussie mix, as a puppy because he is a double merle. 405 helped me take in his mother June and her 11 puppies, two of whom were blind. I fell in love with June, her fierce protectivness, and her sweetheart of a son. I just couldn't let them leave my home. Without 405 animal rescue I honestly can say that I don't know where these 2 would be or if they would have survived. Merle and June are only 2 of the hundreds of pets we have been able to save in Oklahoma because of 405. We are beyond thankful for them and all of the other organizations that strive to help these pets!
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    405 Animal Rescue

    405 Animal Rescue is an Oklahoma City, Oklahoma-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization specializing in major medical cases and adoptions for Dogs and Cats.

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  • Legacy of Hope Dog Rescue
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    1216 E Kenosha #302 Broken Arrow, OK 74012
    OklahomaUS
    Adopted 2 dogs from LOH! They are a wonderful group of people, putting love, money, and time into unwanted animals in Oklahoma!
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    Legacy of Hope Dog Rescue

    As I sit here this morning listening to my sleeping dogs, I can't help but think about what is going on in the world. Many people are at home with family and some continue to go to work. As a healthcare worker who goes in everyday and who is risking my life and that of my family, here is what I am asking. Please stay home as much as you can. Take pleasure in the extra time with family and cherish it. Family all grows and changes, especially children, and these will be precious memories for the future. Help your neighbors. Who knows if we all have what we need for the next few weeks. Lets band together to help one another. From the rescue, I would ask you not to dump pets as there is no evidence they can get the virus. If you are home and stir crazy, consider fostering. As we can not have adoption events, this means the dogs in the rescue will stay in foster care longer. Thus we do not have open fosters for more pets. More pets will go to shelters and there will be many more euthanasia's. So open your home so we can try to save as many as we can. On the positive side, there is now time to potty train, socialize and it could be a diversion for bored chidden (or adults). Financially this will be a difficult time for everyone. As a not for profit dog rescue, we depend on donations and adoption fees to be able to continue feeding and providing vet care for pets we take in. As there are no big adoption days, this will be a time we will depend on all of you more than ever before. Please be safe! As the founder of the rescue, let me say THANK YOU to everyone who supports us. THANK YOU to all the fosters and adopters. None of us could do this without all of you. Try to stay positive. I keep telling myself this too shall pass and we are strong enough to weather this storm together.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Oregon

    South Coast Humane Society
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    828 Railroad Avenue Brookings Oregon 97415
    OregonUS
    What a great shelter, rescuing worthy dogs and finding their forever homes. Our Stella, a Pyrenees mix, came all the way from Lodi, and we qualified to bring her home. Thank you, South Coast!
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    South Coast Humane Society

    South Coast Humane Society Believes in the UNDERDOG!! We are a progressive rescue organization that serves not only our community but animals from all over the world. We give the second chance that an animal needs!! We help our community with low cost spay/neuter and medical wellness that would otherwise not be available.

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  • Oregon Dog Rescue
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    6100 S Macadam Avenue Portland OR 97219
    portlandOregonUS
    Oregon dog rescue is amazing! They have a new, wonderful facility so the dogs have more space. They always make sure dogs sheltered are foster caref over holidays and some weekends.
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    Oregon Dog Rescue

    After 13 years in Tualatin, We recently re-located to Portland in the John's Landing neighborhood! We always have 50+ adorable pups waiting for homes so please come visit us 7-days a week!

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  • Street Savvy Dog Rescue
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    Milwaukie, Oregon upon invitation-private residence
    portlandOregonUS
    We adopted our dog Charlie from Street Savvy on 2018. The organization was very helpful and willing to work with us. We were leaving for vacation and would not be back right away. They were willing to hold the dog we had chosen for our return. The organization was always willing to work with us with any questions we had in any training assistance we needed. I can’t say enough good things about the work that Street Savvy Dog rescue is doing here in Oregon..
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    Street Savvy Dog Rescue

    Street Savvy Dog Rescue is a superlative, foster-based dog rescue active in rescuing dogs from underserved areas such as rural Texas, Mexico, CA and the PNW where we are based. Our amazing ALL-VOLUNTEER team cares for dogs in their homes until they are matched to applicants. Started in 2014, we are now entering our 10th year and have surpassed the 3000 saved mark! We are notably THE FIRST non-profit dog rescue in Oregon to resolutely ONLY use force-free training methods and we are dedicated to educating the public all about using force-free training and mental enrichment to help their dogs be happy and psychologically healthy!

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Pennsylvania

    Abby's Angels Animal Haven
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    120 W Pitt St Bedford PA 15522
    PennsylvaniaUS
    We rescued Garth froma hoarding case in Bedford Pa. Abby Angel's had Garth. The fosters they use are top notch. I loved the fact they were so involved with the adoption process. Abbys Angel's did a through interview with my husband and I. They also did a tour of our home. I had great respect for the process. To me that meant every dog and cat is matched to the best home. Abby Angel's is top notch. They gave us everything we needed to start Garth off right in his new home
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    Abby's Angels Animal Haven

    Abby's Angels is a 501(c)(3) non profit, all volunteer, foster based rescue out of Somerset and Bedford Counties in PA. We focus on medical rehabilitation, recovery and successful rehoming as well as helping any dog we can who is in need of a second chance at the life they deserve.

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  • National Brittany Rescue and Adoption Network
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    pittsburghPennsylvaniaUS
    Eleven years after my previous set of sibling Brittanys passed, I was looking into adopting another set and able to adopt a bonded pair. NBRAN was the best in finding me two brothers in 2021, Hershey and Zagnut. Not only were they careful and thorough in all they did to ensure rescued Brittanys in their care and matched up with responsible owners, but they also followed up after the adoption and I was particularly impressed with the "Brittany Train" since my dogs had to be transported from the deep south to the northwest of the USA. Hats off to NBRAN. Hershey and Zagnut are spoiled rotten and living the best life and I am grateful that NBRAN was around to help me find the perfect bonded pair.
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    National Brittany Rescue and Adoption Network

    National Brittany Rescue & Adoption Network (NBRAN) is an alliance of dedicated Brittany rescue volunteers who share a deep love for the breed and who will work to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home Brittanys in need, whether abandoned, lost, stray or surrendered to rescue for placement. As volunteers united in a common cause, we are committed to the care of these dogs in foster homes, and providing for their physical and emotional needs. We are committed in our endeavor to help them with all the resources we have available. We pledge to maintain a community of volunteers who treat each other, and the dogs they rescue, with respect, courtesy, kindness and love. We will seek always to lend encouragement and to support one another, and to facilitate friendly collaboration and cooperation between our volunteers. We believe that by building a supportive, dog-centered organization founded on respect, honesty and integrity, we will always remain focused on the welfare of the Brittanys entrusted to our care and hold their interests uppermost in our hearts and minds. Our mission is to place these dogs in safe, loving and permanent homes with approved applicants, and to provide a supportive network for our volunteers, who after all, make our goals possible.

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  • Champions Crusaiders Rescue
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    2687 River Road Vandergrift PA 15690
    PennsylvaniaUS
    CCR may be a small rescue but boy are they mighty! Amber (owner) puts her all into this place and the animals making sure they all have the care and love they need! I volunteer and help with events when my job allows me. I have adopted my last 2 cats from here. Amber is also a vet tech and anytime I need help or a question answered she always tries to help .
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    Champions Crusaiders Rescue

    Established in 2020 to help as many local animals as possibly. We firmly believe in our logo "No Species Left Behind". We have helped everything from domestics cats and dogs to exotics like alligators. We treat and care for every animal in our no kill for space as they are our very own.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Rhode Island

    The Hotel for Homeless Dogs
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    Rhode IslandUS
    I've been volunteering with The Hotel for Homeless Dogs since last Fall and have had a great experience with them! Everyone is super friendly and professional. The dogs are so well cared for and loved. The kennels are clean and the building is colorful and fun. They get lots of treats, pup cups, and kongs too! They also have a volunteer program where you can take the dogs for walks or playdates. And of course, they're always looking for fosters to open up more space so they can save more dogs! They had a few instances recently with flooding from the local river, but the amazing community pulled through and helped them get back on their feet. Highly recommend this shelter if you're looking for a dog or looking to support a local rescue!
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    The Hotel for Homeless Dogs

    The Hotel is an unparalleled animal care facility and adoption center situated in Cumberland, Rhode Island. Complementing our central facility, we maintain foster homes across New England. We constitute a devoted collective of animal enthusiasts dedicated to rescuing creatures facing euthanasia in overcrowded county shelters, as well as abandoned animals, litters discovered in fields, those enduring inhumane conditions, and other homeless animals in distress. Our primary objective is to provide unwavering care to these rescues until they secure their forever homes. In tandem with our rescue efforts, we are resolute in our commitment to public education on responsible pet care. Every animal under our guardianship undergoes comprehensive vetting and is spayed or neutered, without regard for age, breed, or medical expenses. Notably, The Hotel operates independently, receiving no state funding or government assistance. Our existence is sustained through the generosity of compassionate individuals, fundraising initiatives, and adoption fees. Your support is vital in our collective mission to make a lasting impact in the lives of these deserving animals.

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  • Great Dane Rescue of New England
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    Rhode IslandUS
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    7 adoptions with great support
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    Great Dane Rescue of New England

    Great Dane Rescue of New England, Incorporated is a diverse, volunteer group of experienced Great Dane owners who united in March 2013 to more effectively assist Great Danes in need, as well as the families who surrender, foster and adopt them. GDRNE is tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) charitable organization under of the Internal Revenue Code.

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  • Rhode Home Rescue
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    Rhode IslandUS
    I had a very smooth and easy experience adopting my dog!
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    Rhode Home Rescue

    Rhode Home Rescue is an all volunteer, non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization whose volunteers have many years of rescue experience. Our mission is to identify and rescue all types of dogs from overwhelmed euthanasia shelters and abusive situations and place them in secure, loving homes. We are a foster-based program, consisting of all volunteers, and have decided to branch out on our own in order to fulfill our mission. Prior to a Rhode Home Rescue dog being adopted, each dog undergoes an examination by a veterinarian, is updated on all age appropriate vaccinations, spayed or neutered, and micro chipped. At Rhode Home Rescue we firmly believe that a healthy, well trained dog is the key to the successful integration of a rescued dog and ensures a wonderful, loving companion for years to come.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In South Carolina

    Dog Squad
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    greenvilleSouth CarolinaUS
    DogSquad is the best around! They are a small operation, but their impact is state-wide! They care for these pups like they are their own and advocate for responsible and ethical dog ownership.
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    Dog Squad

    Dog Squad is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit shelter-less animal rescue organization established in 2022. We rescue many of our dogs from euthanasia at overcrowded shelters. We also take in sick, injured, abused, and abandoned stray dogs who may not have been given a second chance otherwise. We work with dogs of all breeds, all ages, all sizes, and all medical issues. Dog Squad focuses on rehabilitating these dogs by providing them with proper veterinary care, unconditional love, basic training, and socialization as fosters until they are ready to be adopted into their furever home. Each rescue dog is fully vetted prior to adoption, which includes spay/neuter, microchipping, and vaccinations.

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  • Lucky Pup Rescue SC
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    greenvilleSouth CarolinaUS
    I am a volunteer with LuckyPupRescueSC because I recognize the compassion the organization has for homeless dogs. There is always careful vetting of those who apply to adopt our furries, as well as followup activities to maintain the integrity of the adoption process.
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    Lucky Pup Rescue SC

    Lucky Pup Rescue is a 501c3 non profit, foster based dog rescue in Greenville, SC. We are committed to saving as many homeless dogs as we can through community outreach and matching dogs to the perfect adopter.

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  • The Paw Project
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    greenvilleSouth CarolinaUS
    The paw project does some seriously amazing work around the SC area. Always finding pups and kittens to rescue and rehome. Ashley goes above and beyond!!
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    The Paw Project

    Rescue & rehome

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In South Dakota

    Almost Home Canine Rescue
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    South DakotaUS
    I have been a foster at Almost Home Canine Rescue for about a year. The entire organization is run on volunteers, from medication mentors, the social media team, application screening…. all the way up to the director herself. Every single penny goes back to the animals and nobody takes a dime for themselves. The entire organization has a collective goal: making sure the animals are safe, well taken care of, and go to loving homes. Every animal is spayed/neutered and up to date on vaccinations. The rescue even works with different trainers to help with the doggos that struggle with different things like socialization or basic obedience. They carefully screen potential adopters, fosters, and volunteers to ensure it is a good fit. Every single animal adopted out by Almost Home has been cared for, loved, and prepared for having a forever home. I will only recommend Almost Home to anyone looking to rescue an animal because I know first hand the amount of care that goes into each and every fur baby.
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    Almost Home Canine Rescue

    Almost Home Canine Rescue (AHCR) was founded in Madison, SD. In Early 2018, the group was reestablished in the Sioux Falls, SD area by a group of passionate animal lovers. While we will now be based in Sioux Falls, we will continue to have a large presence in Madison through community events and assisting the Madison Animal Shelter. Our continued presence will not only fulfill our mission, but also assist in reducing the overpopulation of animals in our area and the surrounding communities. Controlling overpopulation is the foundation in which our organization was established on. AHCR is a 501c3 non-profit organization that is 100% volunteer-run and serves to help abandoned animals find new homes. Any of our board members would be glad to answer any questions at info@almosthomecaninerescue.com. Almost Home Canine Rescue recognizes the need for diversity and inclusion so that we may carry out our mission to serve unwanted, homeless, abused or neglected pets in South Dakota and the surrounding area. Just as every dog and cat has needs that our mission works to fulfill so do our donors, volunteers, fosters and adopters. All involved play a vital role in the success of our mission no matter their gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education or disability. All are valued and respected and we work to ensure all voices are heard.

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  • B-squad Dog Rescue
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    South DakotaUS
    Summit dog rescue is small and helps dogs. Careful to get dogs good homes
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    B-squad Dog Rescue

    Our first transport was in November of 2014 after the death of Jayla Rodriguez. Dogs were being rounded up with a horse trailer to be disposed of, so many rescue groups got involved to help save as many of the gentle dogs as possible. We loaded our suburban to head to Hot Springs, SD to pick up a load of puppies from KC Willis of LightShine Canine. When we arrived we were nothing short of a hot mess, missing many of the necessary supplies, not quite sure how best to assemble kennels, and fumbling around with the dogs as we loaded them for their ride to safety. I remember feeling discouraged like I had no business in the rescue transport world. I apologized to KC saying that they sent the B-Squad to work with her today. She turned to us and said that the dogs didn't care that we weren't the most organized transport in the world. What mattered was that we were there, doing what we could to help get them to safety. The name B-Squad stuck, and we've transported well over 9,000 dogs to safety since that time. B-Squad Dog Rescue is 100% volunteer-driven. All of our volunteers have full-time jobs, we are hockey moms, photographers, dance moms, professionals, students, etc. We all have busy schedules, but find time to do what we can to help make a difference in the lives of others. B-Squad's motto is you don't have to be perfect to start making a difference today! We aren't professionals‚ we aren't the A-Squad‚ we are just ordinary people doing what we can to help make a difference. We are B-Squad Dog Rescue!

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  • Sioux Empire Pit Rescue
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    Sioux Empire Pit Rescue

    SEPR is a 501 (c) 3, foster-based rescue organization. • SEPR is a bully breed dog rescue located in Sioux Falls, SD • All dogs live in foster homes. We do not have a facility. • We are an all-volunteer, 501-c-3 rescue. • All dogs come from areas with Breed Specific Legislation, or shelters where they would be euthanized for overcrowding. • We have brought over 650 dogs into our foster program since 2009.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Tennessee

    Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue
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    nashvilleTennesseeUS
    We adopted our sweet Boxer/Lab mix from Proverbs in 2018 and she has brought us so much joy. Proverbs makes sure that the animals at their shelter are adopted out to loving people who will take care of them. Proverbs cares so much about their pets, that if for some reason a person is unable to keep or care for the pet they adopted, they want the pet returned to their shelter. The staff are wonderful and really care about their animals.
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    Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue

    Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue, a 501c3 charitable organization based in Middle Tennessee, is run primarily by volunteers. Proverbs is totally dedicated to all animals they rescue. All medical care, regardless of cost, is provided as is training when necessary. A cradle to grave dedication is established by the care provided to neonates all the way to seniors who may need hospice care. Every animal rescued is cared for like a cherished family pet. Funds for medical care and food are raised by a variety of events, such as bake sales, golf scrambles, and participation in large media campaigns such as The Big Payback or through regular donations on our website.

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  • Lucky Farms Animal Rescue
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    nashvilleTennesseeUS
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    I am closely associated with one of the volunteers for Lucky Farms. I am not healthy enough to take on caring for fosters, but I have been very impressed with the way this organization is run. There is no doubt about the dedication Lucky Farms has to caring for the dogs in their care. I have been 100% impressed with the way Lucky Farms cares about their dogs!@
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    Lucky Farms Animal Rescue

    Lucky Farms Animal Rescue is a nonprofit dog rescue focusing on Giant breeds such as Great Danes and Saint Bernards. Giant breeds have a hard time in a shelter environment and are much harder to adopt out. We also have a squishy face division focusing on English bulldogs and French Bulldogs. We rescue, rehab and find amazing homes for these deserving dogs

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  • McKamey Animal Center
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    4500 North Access Road Chattanooga, TN 37415
    chattanoogaTennesseeUS
    The staff at MAC were attentive to our wants and needs as we added a new dog to our home. They suggested a perfect match that has blossomed into a loving family member. It was clear that they genuinely care for their animals and treat both the animals and their potential adopters with respect and consideration. It’s clear that that they want the best life for the many animals in their care!
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    McKamey Animal Center

    McKamey Animal Center (MAC) opened its doors in 2008 with the mission of Saving Animals, Helping People. MAC's vision is to eliminate animal overpopulation, cruelty, and neglect by creating a culture of compassionate care, community engagement, and advocacy for animals by providing programs and education that support people and companion animals.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Texas

    Texas Husky Rescue
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    dallasTexasUS
    HuskyHusky
    My wife and I both fostered (and failed) with Texas Husky Rescue. From the very beginning, we felt their dedication, consistent support, and genuine heart for huskies. We’re so happy with our newest family member and owe that entirely to TXHR.
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    Texas Husky Rescue

    Texas Husky Rescue, Inc. was created in May 2009 as a non-profit 501(c)3 animal rescue organization that is run entirely by volunteers and does not have a paid staff or a shelter. Texas Husky Rescue, Inc relies solely on volunteer foster families to take huskies into their homes until permanent, qualified, and loving homes can be found. Texas Husky Rescue, Inc. is a responsible animal adoption agency and ensures that none of our dogs will ever contribute to the overpopulation of dogs in our community. The work of Texas Husky Rescue, Inc. is supported by tax-deductible contributions by individuals, corporations, and grants. Our initial goal when we began in 2009 was to save 30 huskies from area shelters. We have rescued over 2,500 and counting.

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  • Friends For Life Animal Shelter
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    107 E 22nd StreetHouston, TX 77008
    houstonTexasUS
    Definitely a no-kill shelter and they go above and beyond whatever it takes to help animals.
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    Friends For Life Animal Shelter

    We're here for the undercat and underdog, regardless of their breed, age or condition. Houston-grown, we're here to help our neighbors care for the pets they love. We're not done until every animal has a safe home. Until then, we'll be innovating, improving and tracking results to find the most effective ways to save lives.

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  • Fort Worth Animal Care and Control
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    Silcox Campus: 4900 Martin St, Fort Worth TX 76119 North Animal Campus: 351 Hillshire Dr, Fort Worth TX 76052 PetSmart Alliance: 2901 Texas Sage Trl, Fort Worth, TX 76177 PetSmart Hulen: 4800 SW Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX 76109
    dallasTexasUS
    I signed up to be a foster for a sweet, "little" great pyrenees mix named Nellie after she spent weeks in the shelter. When I picked her up, the foster organizer knew her by name and made sure to pick out a collar that fit her in both size and personality. She was so in tune with this dog and you could tell from Nellie's behavior that she knew and liked this woman. I took Nellie home and absolutely fell in love with her. She was the perfect companion for my previously adopted great pyrenees, Ghost. I communicated back and forth with the Shelter and the Foster team, as there was a Northern US Rescue interested in tagging Nellie. As I spoke to the Foster Team, it was very clear that the best interest of the dog was their #1 priority. A million things had to fall into place for me to be able to adopt Nellie and the Foster team was an ally and advocate for Nellie through the whole process. When they contacted me to let me know that I would be able to adopt Nellie, the joy coming from them was palpable. It felt like a group of friends celebrating. It makes me tear up a little just remembering how wonderful they were. Nellie is thriving and so happy. May 13th is the one year anniversay of me picking her up and thinking I was doing a good deed for the shelter - only to find out it was Fort Worth Animal Care who was doing a good deed for my family. We love our Nellie and we love Fort Worth Animal Care and Control for taking such good care of her until she found her way to us.
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    Fort Worth Animal Care and Control

    We are a full-service animal shelter, which includes adoptions, reclaims, rescue, foster/volunteer opportunities, out-of-state transports, low-cost vaccine clinics, animal ordinance enforcement and public education.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Utah

    Arctic Rescue
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    No physical location open to the public
    salt lake cityUtahUS
    HuskyHusky
    Arctic rescue does a great job of getting huskies out of shelters. Especially ones that are not doing well. For such a smart, high energy breed it is so sad to see them caged in a kennel for hours on end. Their team of amazing fosters work together to help these wonderful dogs find good homes!
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    Arctic Rescue

    Arctic Breeds Rescue has been rescuing animals in Utah and the surrounding states for over 20 years. We specialize in rescuing Siberian Huskies, Alaskan Huskies and Alaskan Malamutes. Many of the dogs we take into rescue are deemed "unadoptable" by shelters or local government and have no other options other than to come to a breed specific rescue who can find them a home where they can be set up to succeed. The purpose of the Organization shall be: To rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome arctic breed dogs in need, including but not limited to breeds such as Siberian Huskies, Alaskan Malamutes, Samoyeds and mixed breeds of the aforementioned. To provide basic medical care, spaying/neutering, and vaccinations to rescued dogs. To educate the public about responsible dog ownership, including breed-specific needs, training, and the importance of spaying/neutering. To positively impact the community through community and/or youth outreach by sharing the inspiring stories of rescued canines.

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  • Best Friends Animal Sanctuary
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    ogdenUtahUS
    It is amazing how much they help the dogs.
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    Best Friends Animal Sanctuary

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  • Humane Society of Utah
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    provoUtahUS
    The Humane Society of Utah is really good about reaching out to the community if they need help and the community always steps up because they know how valuable the work they do is. If there's a need for blankets, food, or any type of supplies and they mention the need on any of their social media accounts, their shelves are restocked by the end of the week. They also have the best ideas for fundraisers. From bingo nights, to galas and silent auctions the Utah Humane Society is very creative when it comes to raising money and it is how they keep up the valuable community support. Their social media team is quite good and creative. It's fun to see updates of dogs who have found their forever home and see how best to give support to the animals.
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    Humane Society of Utah

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Vermont

    Vermont English Bulldog Rescue
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    VermontUS
    My friend adopted a dog from Vermont english bulldog rescue and he's the best and they gave great service!
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    Vermont English Bulldog Rescue

    The Vermont English Bulldog Rescue is dedicated to the physical and mental rehabilitation of former puppy mills and disadvantaged dogs through education, fostering, and rehabilitation.

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  • Passion 4 Paws
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    VermontUS
    I lost my golden after a blissful 12 years together and was heartbroken and swore I’d never have another dog. The owner of this rescue Robin knew me from adopting from the rescue prior and said she needed someone to foster a 10 year old, half blind black mixed breed dog who they couldn’t find a placement for. I foster failed the first day. Passion For Paws truly is a life saver - for dogs and people!!!
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    Passion 4 Paws

    Robin has invested many years learning best practices to rescue dogs primarily from death row at high kill shelters through working with other rescues where Robin met fellow dog rescue advocate and friend, Tamara, and decided the most effective way to save even more dogs was to establish a new entity in Chittenden County and surrounding areas. Many people who personally know Robin and Tamara recognize their passion and dedication to the dogs. Today, we have an amazing team of professional, highly-dedicated volunteers who help us rescue from high kill shelters, provide safe environments with foster families/adopters, educate the community and advocate for animal rights. Our group is staffed entirely by volunteers and served by a board of directors. Our efforts are supported through donations, charity events, corporate/employee benefit tax deductible donation programs, and the generosity of animal lovers from within the community. Our rescue focus is exclusive to dogs. 100% of all funds received go directly towards saving dogs and are used strictly for this purpose to include shelter fees, boarding fees, medical bills, transport fees, food, supplies, all in support of our mission.

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  • Humane Society of Chittenden County
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    142 Kindness Court, South Burlington, VT 05403
    VermontUS
    HSCC works so hard to be a fantastic community touchstone for our pups. From Spay the Mom programs, to temporary sheltering for people experiencing domestic violence, to providing enrichment to our shelter dogs in-house. I'm so proud to volunteer at a shelter that care and makes our community a better place. HSCC has a community pet food shelf and a low cost clinic and I know our community appreciates that.
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    Humane Society of Chittenden County

    HSCC is an independent, 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization that receives no city, state or federal funding. We are not affiliated with any national organizations, such as the Humane Society of the United States. We rely solely on the limited revenue generated by our programs and fees, and on the tremendous generosity of our community. In fact, the majority of our annual revenue comes from charitable giving! We serve Vermont's most populated county, Chittenden, as well as Grand Isle County.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Virginia

    Lu's labs
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    richmondVirginiaUS
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    When Lu’s Labs rescues a dog they don’t just remove the dog from their current place and plop them in another potentially sad spot. Every volunteer at Lu’s makes sure that dog gets healthy, is safe, and finds a loving home. Countless hours are put into paying vet bills, training, and finding the best match for each fur baby. Our family would be incomplete without our sweet Onyx girl.
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    Lu's labs

    Lu's Labs is an all-volunteer, 501(c)3 non-profit, foster-based rescue for labrador retrievers and lab mixes. Our mission is to assist dogs who are in need of shelter, food, and medical care with the ultimate goal of finding them permanent, loving homes. We primarily intake from high-kill shelters throughout the southeast and rehome within 300 miles of Alexandria, Virginia. Since our founding in 2015, Lu's Labs has matched more than 1,600 dogs with their forever families.

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  • Animal Welfare League of Alexandria
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    4101 Eisenhower Ave., Alexandria, VA 22304
    langleyVirginiaUS
    My family has been blessed to adopt two dogs from Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. From the vey beginning I have been impressed with how hard their volunteers and staff members work. I have been able to work with their volunteers and Animal Control Officers professionally (I am in law enforcement) and I am always grateful to the outreach they provide to victims and mental health clients in need. I can always call them to take in a patient's dog or a domestic victim's cat, etc., to provide a safe shelter to the animals while the humans receive the help and treatment they need. They do this without fees or pressure and only ask that the pet owner keep in touch every 2 weeks to ensure they are still needing the support. AWLA also provides community support with training classes, a pet pantry for food and treats, and low cost vaccinations and spay/neutering programs. The facility is clean and well managed, and the dogs we have adopted from them have always come in great health with total transparency for whatever information AWLA has on the animal.
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    Animal Welfare League of Alexandria

    To inspire compassion for all, to provide shelter to animals in need, and to promote adoptions, animal welfare and responsible animal guardianship in our community.

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  • Vindicated Pit Bull Rescue
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    langleyVirginiaUS
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    Incredible
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    Vindicated Pit Bull Rescue

    Vindicate Pit Bull Rescue was founded in 2014 by a group of volunteers with one goal in mind: restore the reputation of the misrepresented and misunderstood "pit bull". VPBR pulls pit bull type dogs from the shelter which are often ill from an unforgiving environment. From freedom ride to adoption, our dogs are in a foster home where they receive full vet care, nutrition, basic training and sometimes even care from a veterinary behaviorist. Our Animal Placement team matches each dog to a home where they will thrive.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Washington

    Mikey's Chance Canine Rescue
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    No
    spokaneWashingtonUS
    Adopted several years ago and never looked back best decision we made
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    Mikey's Chance Canine Rescue

    Our mission to provide a safe haven for dogs in desperate circumstances within our community and surrounding area. We rehome these dogs with families that are a good fit for the dog. We seek to serve the humans that come to us ‚both our adoptive families and the people who need help rehoming dogs ‚but our priority is to act as advocates for our dogs at every stage of the rescue and adoption process. We commit to our dogs for life! We are a registered non-profit organization, headquartered in the Tri-Cities in south-central Washington State. We focus mainly on saving dogs that are at risk in our region and placing them with adopters throughout the Pacific Northwest. Most of our dogs come from shelters in Washington & Idaho, where they are facing the threat of Euthanasia. Others are released to us by private individuals who need medical help with their own dogs. Other dogs are strays, either dumped or abandoned, that need a chance at a new life.

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  • Resilient Hearts Animal Sanctuary
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    3409 Stone Way N, Seattle WA 98103
    seattleWashingtonUS
    I tried to volunteer with multiple other shelters through various modes of communication and didn’t get a response. Not only was Resilient Hearts easy to communicate with, but they also making fostering super easy. They have great events that bring the community together. I’ve never had such a good experience.
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    Resilient Hearts Animal Sanctuary

    Resilient Hearts is a 501(c)3 nonprofit rescue that rescues animals from high risk situations and unites them with their forever families in the Puget Sound area. As a queer led organization, we are committed to accessible and inclusive programs for our entire community, and maintain a community safe space for anyone to share our animals.

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  • Motley Zoo Animal Rescue
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    by appt only: 8410 Woods Creek Rd, Monroe, WA 98272
    seattleWashingtonUS
    Motley Zoo is a rescue run by rock star volunteers who work tirelessly to save animals. MZ steps up when animals have been let down by people, taking in animals from neglect/hoarding situations to animals surrendered due to medical or behavioral needs. Thanks to its devoted volunteer crew, animals in MZ’s care live in foster homes until they are adopted. Some of the animals also make appearances at events around the Seattle area, delighting bands back stage and providing cuddles to event-goers. The adoption coordinators are impressively thoughtful in making matches, ensuring that both the animals and humans are compatible. This rescue puts animals first and has been finding animals their forever homes for 15 years. Rock on, rescue on!
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    Motley Zoo Animal Rescue

    Motley Zoo Animal Rescue is the revolution of rescue. As a rock and roll-themed, foster-based, volunteer-powered rescue, we take in animals that have no one else. "Animals" primarily means dogs and cats, but as the name "zoo" implies, we take all kinds (as long as we have a foster home/ resources for that species). We work with shelters and owners who cannot keep their pets and through extensive veterinary care and training, we rehabilitate them and place them in loving, forever homes where the animals will never again be abandoned. More than 30% of the animals we take in are special or medically needy and require more extensive and expensive care. In all we work with all ages, breeds, many species and all different types of humans too- treating each as an individual so they can find the life and love they deserve.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In West Virginia

    Humane Society of Harrison County, Inc of WV
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    2450 Saltwell Rd Shinston, WV 26431
    West VirginiaUS
    HSHC is a wonderful place and take wonderful care of the strays who are there. This place is top notch♥️
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    Humane Society of Harrison County, Inc of WV

    Our mission is to pull animals that were strays or owner surrenders from the Harrison County Animal Control and make them adoptable to the public. We provide veterinary services for these animals such as vaccinations as well as spaying or neutering, and then try to pair them with the best potential adopters. We are not county funded, and so rely on our generous supporters and donors to help provide the care and basic necessities of our furry friends.

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  • Berkeley county animal shelter
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    554 Charles Town Road Martinsburg, WV 25405
    West VirginiaUS
    The staff at Berkeley Animal Shelter are the most caring wonderful humans on this earth. My Hero Tippy myself and my wife found him at Berkeley Tippy is truly the love of our lives. Berkeley from the staff too the medical team all are true Angels. Berkeley truly does love what they do.
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    Berkeley county animal shelter

    Maintain a Shelter for Stray and Owner-Relinquish Animals Make Every Reasonable Effort to Find Caring Homes for Animals Entrusted to Its Care and Consistent With the Society's Resources Provide Humane Euthanization for animals when medically necessary. Accept donations of money, supplies, and services From individuals and organizations that support the Society's work Cooperate With other organizations, including the State and Local Government, with interest in the Humane Care of Animals Undertake Community Services Activities, Including Education Programs

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  • Marshall County Animal Shelter
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    pittsburghWest VirginiaUS
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    Marshall County Animal Shelter

    Together, the Marshall County Animal Rescue League and the Marshall County Commission Work to provide a haven for stray cats and dogs. The rescue league manages the shelter and all costs for the care of cats and kittens are provided by the rescue league.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Wisconsin

    Our Pack Animal Rescue Inc
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    WisconsinUS
    Our pack animal rescue has brought so much happiness to my life by giving me the opportunity to foster dogs until they find their forever home. Their members are so passionate and put everything they have towards their success.
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    Our Pack Animal Rescue Inc

    We are a 501c3 non profit rescue group Founded in New London Wi. License #487823 Our rescue is open to all breeds and ages. Focusing on providing better futures for dogs in high population/neglect areas, as well as local cases.

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  • Fetch Wisconsin Rescue
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    madisonWisconsinUS
    My fiancée and I started fostering one of their puppies and then fell in love with him and decided to adopt. The Fetch WI Rescue staff were amazing people to work with. They made the process easy and seamless. Their pups are always adorable and have the sweetest souls. The staff truly care for these puppies and more people like them are needed in this world!
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    Fetch Wisconsin Rescue

    Fetch Wisconsin Rescue is an entirely volunteer run organization dedicated to finding homes for dogs in need. We spend time getting to know each dog to make the best possible match for their forever home. Since the group's founding in April 2013, we have rescued more than 3,500 dogs. We aim to help our dogs become happy and balanced, and for our volunteers to be confident pack leaders.

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  • The Hope Highway
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    WisconsinUS
    The Hope Highway does so much good, not only for the dogs in the south, but also local surrenders. The fosters and board members really care about the dogs and want them to have their best lives. We adopted our Peanut from them a year and a half ago and we have since become fosters (Hope Highway is not a shelter, so all dogs that come in need a loving home until adopted), volunteer to raise funds, and try to help and support in any way we can.
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    The Hope Highway

    The Hope Highway is completely foster based. We pride ourselves on helping dogs and their people. We do what we can to help people keep their dogs in their home and not surrender. We also have a spay and neuter program that we also offer to the community at an affordable cost.

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The Best Dog Rescues & Shelters In Wyoming

    Laramie Animal Welfare Society
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    1104 S. 2nd St.
    cheyenneWyomingUS
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    We have adopted cats from CHA for for a long time - have gotten our best friends 7 times. The first concern is for the wellbeing of the resident rescues.The staff has always been so helpful and friendly, very helpful choosing the right kitty. The volunteers are vital to keeping the shelter running and are right there to keep all the cats and dogs well and happy. I've been going to CHA for 40 years and it has been equally well run over the years. When you walk into CHA - you will be amazed that it smells so fresh and clean - not at all like some shelters. Come visit and rescue your next furever family member.
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    Laramie Animal Welfare Society

    We are the same 501(c)(3) corporation, and we continue our support of the Laramie Animal Shelter in the same ways as before, including paying for spays/neuters, major medical expenses, and behavioral training for the animals at the Laramie Animal Shelter. We have also expanded what we do to include: Foster & Adoption programs; a Trap, Neuter, Release (TNR) Program; and providing support for Albany county people and their pets.

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  • Cheyenne Animal Shelter
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    800 Southwest Dr. Cheyenne, WY 82007
    cheyenneWyomingUS
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    Cheyenne Animal Shelter

    Welcome to the Cheyenne Animal Shelter! Founded more than 50 years ago, CAS has been proudly serving Cheyenne and Laramie County as the largest community- centered animal shelter and resource center in the state of Wyoming. For the last half century we have made it our work to ensure that every homeless or displaced pet has a safe place to go for housing, care, and second chances. Knowing too that attached to each one of those animals is a person, we view ourselves as part of the local fabric of critical social services enhancing the dignity of people in our community. Together, we are working to help pets and people get access to the resources they need in order to preserve the human-animal bond which, as we all know, is one of the greatest gifts life has to offer.

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  • Black Dog Animal Rescue
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    2407 E 9th St, Cheyenne, WY
    cheyenneWyomingUS
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    Black Dog Animal Rescue

    It‚s not just about saving black dogs. In fact, Black Dog Animal Rescue (BDAR) welcomes dogs of all colors‚nd ages, sizes, and breeds, and cats too! It‚s not just about finding loving forever homes for the hundreds of animals that come through the doors of BDAR every year, either. At BDAR, we're working to change the way that companion animals‚as well as their dedicated families‚are recognized and supported by their communities. We believe in creating Socially Conscious Animal Communities. Read about what it means to be a Socially Conscious Shelter.

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

Welcome to the 2024 United States Sniffspot Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List, showcasing the most recommended rescues nationwide, as voted by the Sniffspot community and the public. The Sniffspot Best Dog Rescue and Shelter Contest, an annual event, aims to support shelters and rescues in their mission to find homes for dogs in need.

This list is sponsored by Sniffspot, the largest network of private dog parks globally. Each park offers secure, private bookings on private land, catering to various needs including fenced, water, indoor, and beach parks. As a popular destination for rescue dogs, Sniffspot's sponsorship of this list reflects our commitment to supporting shelters and rescues. Explore local dog parks on Sniffspot's platform.

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Sniffspot Dog Rescues & Shelters Frequently Asked Questions

What are the criteria for being considered a top dog rescue or shelter in the United States?

Rescues and shelters are ranked based on the number of testimonials they received from their adoptees, volunteers, staff, supporters and fans.

How can I find the top dog rescues and shelters in my area?

You can see the top dog rescues and shelters in the United States on this Sniffspot list. We also have lists of top dog rescues by state, city and specialization.

What services do top dog rescues and shelters offer?

Top rescues and shelters typically offer a range of services including animal adoption, fostering programs, veterinary care, spaying/neutering, behavior training, and community education initiatives to promote responsible pet ownership.

Do top dog rescues and shelters have specific breed preferences or restrictions?

While some rescues and shelters may specialize in certain breeds, many top organizations prioritize saving dogs regardless of breed. However, certain shelters may have restrictions or requirements based on factors such as the dog's behavior, health, or compatibility with potential adopters.

How can I support the efforts of top dog rescues and shelters?

There are several ways to support these organizations, including volunteering your time, donating funds or supplies, fostering animals, advocating for adoption and spaying/neutering, and spreading awareness about their work through social media and word of mouth.

What should I consider before adopting a dog from a top rescue or shelter?

Before adopting, consider factors such as your lifestyle, living situation, activity level, and the specific needs of the dog you're interested in. It's also important to inquire about the dog's history, temperament, medical history, and any special requirements for care.

Are the dogs available for adoption from top rescues and shelters vaccinated and spayed/neutered?

Yes, reputable rescues and shelters typically ensure that all dogs available for adoption are up-to-date on vaccinations and spayed/neutered to help reduce pet overpopulation and promote responsible ownership.

What should I do if I suspect animal abuse or neglect at a rescue or shelter?

If you suspect animal abuse or neglect at a rescue or shelter, it's crucial to report your concerns to local authorities or animal welfare organizations immediately. You can also reach out to national hotlines like the ASPCA or Humane Society for guidance on how to proceed.

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Get to Know the Vizsla: Real-World Tips from Owners

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Explore the Rottweiler: Genuine Tips from Real Dog Owners

Top dog guides per area

Dog training guides

  • How to Deal With Food Aggression in Dogs (Facts + Infographic) thumbnail

    How to Deal With Food Aggression in Dogs (Facts + Infographic)

    Does your dog ever growl when you walk by their food dish? Maybe they get possessive of treats, carrying them far away and giving you side-eye when you start to approach — or snarling at your other pets or children if they get too close.

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    Comprehensive Guide to Scent Training for Dogs (Facts + Infographic)

    As almost every dog owner is aware, the nose of a dog is an amazing thing. Just as they can pick up sounds we can’t hear, their sense of smell and ability to pick up scents is well beyond ours. In fact, dogs have 40 times the number of olfactory receptors as humans.

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    How Much Does it Cost to Train a Service Dog?

    More than 80 million Americans rely on their service dogs to help them navigate the world. Task-trained assistance animals perform a huge range of life-changing—in many cases, life-saving—services: These dogs act as eyes for visually impaired handlers, provide mobility support, alert to seizures and blood sugar crashes, interrupt anxiety attacks, remind their people to take medications, and so much more.

  • What is and How to Handle Potty Training Regression thumbnail

    What is and How to Handle Potty Training Regression

    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? thumbnail

    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!

Dog enrichment guides

  • The Best Dog Water Parks in the United States thumbnail

    The Best Dog Water Parks in the United States

    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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    Best Toys for Herding Dogs

    * All Sniffspot articles are reviewed by certified trainers for quality, please see bottom of article for details *

  • The Best Dog Toys for Aggressive Chewers (Facts + Infographic) thumbnail

    The Best Dog Toys for Aggressive Chewers (Facts + Infographic)

    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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    Dog Exercise Calculator: How Much Exercise Does Your Dog Need?

    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.

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    Complete Guide To Herding With Dogs

    * All Sniffspot articles are reviewed by certified trainers for quality, please see bottom of article for details *

Dog reactivity guides

Sniffspot community guides

  • The State of Public Dog Parks Across the United States thumbnail

    The State of Public Dog Parks Across the United States

    From 2009 to 2020, there was a 40 percent increase in the development of public dog parks. Designated spots for canine exercise have become commonplace in every major city in North America — many pet owners won’t even consider renting an apartment that doesn’t have its own fenced-in pet area for their canine companions.

  • How This Family is Affording Their Dream Property Through Renting it Hourly to Dogs thumbnail

    How This Family is Affording Their Dream Property Through Renting it Hourly to Dogs

    Thousand Oaks, California has been a safe haven for Sniffspot host, Jen, since childhood. Having grown up in busy Santa Barbara, Jen, an introvert from an early age, would seek out solitude and serenity away from tourists attractions and droves of people visiting from elsewhere. “My grandparents own 60 acres about a 30 minute drive from here, and I grew up spending every summer and every holiday visiting them on the ranch,” Jen explained. “In Santa Barbara, we wouldn't go to the beach on the weekend because that's where everybody was, so you'd find places off the beaten path where the tourists weren't. For me, the ranch was just my happy place.” 

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    Host Tips: Ellen K. What Makes Sniffspot Successful for Me

    Ellen is the host of Country Pasture Getaway, one of Sniffspot's most popular sniff spots. She has taken the time to write up the lessons she has learned about how to be a great sniff spot host.

  • How this Oregon Farmer is Making a Business From Renting Her Land to Dogs thumbnail

    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.  

  • Host Tips: Fran T. Providing Great Guest Service at our Spot thumbnail

    Host Tips: Fran T. Providing Great Guest Service at our Spot

    Fran is the host of Ranch Setting, one of Sniffspot's most popular spots. She has taken the time to write up the lessons she has learned about how to be a great Sniffspot host.

Top dog trainers in the US

City dog parks guides

  • The Best Indoor Dog Parks in the United States thumbnail

    The Best Indoor Dog Parks in the United States

    Looking for a space to play with your dog no matter what the weather’s like outside? Look no further than our list of the best indoor dog parks in the United States! These climate-controlled spaces are growing in popularity as pet ownership increases throughout the country. As a bonus, many of them also offer dog training, boarding, grooming, or daycare services on the premises.

  • The Best Off-Leash Dog Parks in the United States thumbnail

    The Best Off-Leash Dog Parks in the United States

    Looking for the perfect place to play with your dog? We’ve got you covered! It’s hard to narrow down, but we’ve put together some of the best off-leash dog parks throughout the country so you can plan your next adventure — along with a checklist of what to bring, what to know beforehand, and some frequently asked questions.

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    The Best Las Vegas, Nevada Dog Parks

    Looking for the perfect place to play with your dog in Las Vegas? We’ve got you covered! Take a look at the best local dog parks to plan for your next adventure in Sin City.

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    The Best United States Dog Parks

    Looking for the perfect place to play with your dog? We’ve got you covered!

  • The Best Portland, Oregon Dog Parks thumbnail

    The Best Portland, Oregon Dog Parks

    Looking for the perfect place to play with your dog in Portland? We’ve got you covered! Take a look at the best local dog parks and plan for your next adventure in the City of Roses.

Dogs breeds

  • Explore the German Shepherd Dog: Genuine Tips from Owners thumbnail

    Explore the German Shepherd Dog: Genuine Tips from Owners

    Discover the German Shepherd Dog, a breed celebrated for its intelligence, loyalty, and versatility. Known for its impressive size and smooth, graceful movements, German Shepherds excel in various roles, including as guide, therapy, bomb detection, and police dogs, while being a devoted family companion.

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    Explore the Labrador Retriever: Real Tips from Owners

    Discover the Labrador Retriever, a breed celebrated for its playful nature, affectionate temperament, and trainability. Labradors are known for their friendly demeanor and adaptability, making them perfect family companions and versatile working dogs. As one of the most popular types of retrievers, Labs are ideal companions for various lifestyles and are recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) as an excellent breed for families.

  • Explore the Golden Retriever: Genuine Tips from 9,000+ Owners thumbnail

    Explore the Golden Retriever: Genuine Tips from 9,000+ Owners

    Discover the Golden Retriever, a popular breed celebrated for its affectionate, playful, and trainable nature. Considered a large dog, Golden Retrievers were originally bred in Scotland for hunting and retrieving game beginning in the 1860s. Today, they're recognized by the Kennel Club and the American Kennel Club (AKC) as one of the most beloved companion dog breeds.

  • Explore the American Staffordshire Terrier: Genuine Tips from 9,000+ Owners thumbnail

    Explore the American Staffordshire Terrier: Genuine Tips from 9,000+ Owners

    Discover the American Staffordshire Terrier, a distinct breed celebrated for its playful, friendly, and loyal nature. Often confused with the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, a separate breed of British origin, the American Staffordshire Terrier (AmStaff) is considered a medium-sized dog. While both breeds share some similarities, the AmStaff is generally larger and has been developed as a distinct breed in the United States.

  • Explore the Australian Shepherd: Genuine Tips from 9,000+ Owners thumbnail

    Explore the Australian Shepherd: Genuine Tips from 9,000+ Owners

    Discover the Australian Shepherd, an AKC breed celebrated for its trainable, playful, and affectionate nature. Despite its name, the Australian Shepherd is actually a native breed to the United States, originally developed to breed on farms and ranches. Considered a medium dog, Australian Shepherds were bred for herding beginning in the 1950s. As one of the high-energy breeds, Aussies are known for their boundless energy and need for regular exercise, including aerobic exercise.

Top dog names in the US

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    Top 1,000 Most Popular Dog Names

    Looking for the perfect dog name for your new pup? We have created filterable lists of dog names from our database of hundreds of thousands of Sniffspot users. You can filter by gender, breed and state to find the most cute, unique and creative dog names.
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    Most Popular Male Dog Names

    Looking for the perfect dog name for your new male pup? We have created filterable lists of male dog names from our database of hundreds of thousands of Sniffspot users. You can filter by gender, breed and state to find the most cute, unique and creative male dog names.
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    Most Popular Female Dog Names

    Looking for the perfect dog name for your new female pup? We have created filterable lists of female dog names from our database of hundreds of thousands of Sniffspot users. You can filter by gender, breed and state to find the most cute, unique and creative female dog names.
  • Most Popular Golden Retriever Names thumbnail

    Most Popular Golden Retriever Names

    Welcome to our comprehensive list of Golden Retriever dog names, curated from our vast database of Sniffspot users. Filter through hundreds of thousands of options by gender, breed, and state to discover the most adorable, original, and imaginative names for your beloved Golden Retriever.
  • Most Popular Labrador Retriever Names thumbnail

    Most Popular Labrador Retriever Names

    Welcome to our Labrador Retriever dog names page! Here you can browse through filterable lists of names for your beloved furry friend, ranging from cute and classic to unique and creative options. Our database of hundreds of thousands of Sniffspot users ensures you'll find the perfect name for your Labrador Retriever, whether you're seeking a name for a male or female, based on breed or state.

Top dog rescues in the US