The Best Oklahoma Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2025

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.

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.

Country roads animal rescue in Oklahoma

Country Roads is a non profit 501c3 dedicated to saving the lives of neglected, abandoned and homeless dogs in Oklahoma. We are non breed specific and welcome all sizes, ages and breeds. Our doors are open to all in need.

Kanoa Rescue Foundation

Kanoa Rescue Foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit animal rescue based out of the Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. We were founded in 2019 in an effort to save and improve lives of animals in our community. Initially starting out our focus was on medical cases, geriatrics, and differently-abled animals. Our program has grown to include animals facing displacement, neonates, funding service dog training for rescue dogs, spay/neuter programs, and behavioral cases.

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.

Noble Animal Welfare

Noble Animal Welfare works under the Noble Police Department. The Animal Welfare Officer handles complaints and concerns from citizens and maintains the animal shelter. Animal Welfare can be reached by contacting the police department at (405) 872-9231 Monday – Friday 8 am – 4:30 pm. Any animal complaints, lost animals, found animals, animal concerns, etc. can be answered by the Animal Welfare Officer. We do have an animal shelter where animals are kept. It is currently open to the public Tuesday – Saturday 9 am – 6 pm. We have recently finished the new animal shelter building. The new facility is much larger and better equipped, giving our animals more room to move and be comfortable. The Noble Animal Shelter frequently has animals available for adoption. Dogs, puppies, cats, & kittens that come into the shelter without tags or microchips are able to be put up for adoption or rescue 72 hours after arriving at the shelter if the owner doesn’t claim them. If an animal comes into the shelter with tags or a microchip, the Animal Welfare will attempt to contact the owner and give them 5 days to reclaim their animal before it is available for adoption or rescue. The adoption fee is $25.00 and there is a $50.00 spay/neuter deposit required if the animal is not already fixed. Oklahoma State Law requires all shelters adopting out have this deposit paid to cut down on unwanted animals. When the animal is altered, the $50 is fully refunded to the adopter (within 60 days). The City of Noble has begun vaccinating the animals that come into our shelter, dogs for rabies and distemper and cats for rabies and feline leukemia. The Noble Animal Welfare Officer encourages you to adopt from a shelter or rescue organization to help save the lives of animals and to discourage over breeding in our state.

El Reno Animal Shelter

Forever Yours Dog Rescue

Forever Yours Dog Rescue was founded on November 8th, 2011 by three very dedicated and determined women. Between the three of us, we have twenty-five years experience in rescue, volunteering, fostering, and fundraising. We have over a hundred years of love for dogs. We are an Oklahoma city based all-breed dog rescue. We don’t care about a dog’s breed, size, condition, age, or color. If a dog is in need of rescue and we are in a position to help, we will. We care for the unwanted, abandoned, neglected and abused dogs of Oklahoma. We rescue dogs from the streets as well as from local shelters and shelters throughout Oklahoma, especially small rural shelters with no public adoption programs. We do take in owner surrender’s under certain situations. If you have found a dog and are willing to foster the dog until it finds a home, we will cover the cost of vetting and work to find the dog a great forever home, but we need your commitment to foster the dog until we can find the best home possible. We advocate spay/neuter and offer assistance in finding a low-cost option for those that qualify. Spaying/neutering your pet is one of the best things you can do for them to insure they live a healthy and happy life, and are not contributing to the over-population problem that plagues Oklahoma and many other states in the US. We promote adoption as an alternative to buying your pet. Oklahoma is number two in the United States in the number of operating puppy mills. These mills are living hells for the mom and dad dogs that are forced to reproduce for their greedy owners. When you adopt a pet from a shelter or rescue, you can know that you part of the solution and not part of the problem. We provide pet ownership education through materials, counseling, and on-site workshops, at no cost to the public, with an emphasis on preventative care. We are available to come to your school, church, organization, or place of employment and present a program educating the public on the benefits of adopting instead of buying their next family member.

Blanchard Animal Welfare

Animal welfare is enforced by an officer in acordance with city ordinances and is charged with the protection and welfare of animals within the city limits of Blanchard. Blanchard's animal control building is located on SE 7th just east of Tyler.

City of Edmond Animal Services

The Edmond Animal Services Unit is a component of the Edmond Police Department’s Special Services Division. The Animal Services Unit is responsible for responding to calls for service within the community for issues involving animals – both wild and domestic. Animal Services is also responsible for the enforcement of municipal and state laws concerning the treatment of animals; the management of the City’s animal shelter; the humane treatment and care of animals in the shelter; as well as striving to reunite lost animals with their families and find new homes for the adoptable animals at the shelter.

Cleveland Area Pound Pals

Empowering our community to care. Cleveland Area Pound Pals is a group of area citizens working together with law enforcement, city entities, and local vets, to make our area a more informed and responsible pet ownership community. CAPP is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization in Cleveland, Oklahoma dedicated to the rescue and care of abused, neglected and homeless pets. Our goal is to help save these animals, put them in temporary foster homes, and place them in loving adoptive homes.

Dogs As Family, Inc.

Dogs As Family, Inc. is a 501(c)3, non-profit, all volunteer organization located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Our mission - to rescue, provide sanctuary, rehabilitate, and find loving, forever homes for dogs that have been neglected, are stray, abused or just unwanted. Brenda is the founder and President of Dogs As Family, Inc. Prior to forming Dogs As Family, Inc., she personally rescued numerous dogs. Each dog is treated as the individual they are. Young, old, healthy or not regardless of how much time they have on Earth, each is taken care of with the best of medical care and plenty of love. All Dogs As Family, Inc. dogs live in foster homes and are provided with enormous amount of love. All are given any medical attention that may be required to ensure they are in good health before adoption. All are spayed or neutered, brought up-to-date on vaccinations, fecal tested and tested for heartworms, Lyme and Ehrlichia and microchipped before being placed in their new homes. When time permits, they are housetrained and taught basic obedience. In addition, all Dogs As Family, Inc. dogs are evaluated for personality and temperament, helping us to place them in homes that are well suited to their needs and to the needs of their future owners.

Free to Live

Free To Live is a non-profit sanctuary for stray, abandoned and mistreated dogs and cats. It is the largest no-kill sanctuary in Oklahoma. We are a small group of animal lovers who have been carrying on the mission of founders, Bill and Pat Larson, for the last three decades. We meet each dog or cat where they are socially and/or medically, providing the treatment they need to live their fullest lives. This focused care can sometimes take months to years depending on the level of need. WE BELIEVE We believe in a place where our dogs and cats can be just who they are – regardless of promise of adoption – which is why we commit to each of them for life. Even if they go into a home for just one day or ten years and then are returned, we keep them safe and healthy throughout the remainder of their lives. We know there is no place like a home, but for many of our residents – home is Free to Live. That is why we work daily to provide for not only their physical needs, but also their mental. Our enrichment program utilizes a mixture of toys, feeding patterns, play yards, walking trails and training stimulation. We are always looking for ways to help our dogs and cats thrive. Free To Live began as a dream of Bill and his late wife Pat Larson. In 1982, the Edmond couple purchased 20 acres of land north of Edmond and began construction. The Larsons and a handful of dedicated volunteers did much of the work. On August 7, 1984, Free To Live opened its doors and the Larsons’ dream became a reality. We have stayed true to their original mission of helping Oklahoma’s homeless animals. We do not take owner surrenders, because these animals already have someone to advocate for them. Our Story Our founders believed homeless dogs and cats needed our support the most, especially those who fall into rural areas and have no options but a life on their own for as long as they can survive the elements. We employ a variety of methods to help secure these abandoned animals – from humane trapping to days of sitting alongside them and earning their trust. These shy, shutdown dogs and cats deserve a chance to know love, kindness and hope. Free To Live has a professional salaried staff that includes a kennel manager, cattery manager, executive director and full and part-time maintenance and kennel/cattery staff. Volunteers are involved in every aspect of the organization. FTL is staffed 24 hours a day, every day of the year; the kennel and cattery managers live on-site in order to provide complete care. Free To Live takes in as many dogs and cats as possible; space and funds are currently available to care for approximately 150 dogs and 150 cats. Animals brought to FTL are initially placed in isolation for a minimum of 14 days. All dogs and cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and given general physical examinations. There are separate isolation buildings for dogs and cats; each unit has an enclosed indoor/outdoor run. Once dogs leave the isolation area, they are housed, according to their size and personality, in one of the kennel’s indoor/outdoor units. Older dogs that are no longer active enough for life in the kennel live in the office annex area that also has an enclosed, outdoor run. From the office these dogs can be closely monitored, pampered and enjoy more companionship. Our cats, after the isolation period, are transferred to the large, cheery cattery with large inside and outside play areas. The cattery is shared by the main cat population and its inside room has plenty of small cubicles for cats to nap or hide. Toys to play with and climb on fill the main play areas. Another room and outdoor play area contains some of the new arrivals and younger cats. This same room has roomy stainless steel areas for the kittens and their mothers. The dogs and cats are given 100 percent nutritionally balanced food; special diets are supplied for animals that require them. Free To Live’s kennel and cattery have large cooling fans and heaters for the animals’ comfort. For our older animals and those with medical conditions that make them more susceptible to heat, we place them in smaller buildings with access to cooling in the summer months. All of the animal areas and bedding are cleaned daily.

Friends of the Shelter Foundation

Established in 2013, our 501c3 rescue focuses on saving all breeds of dogs and cats, mixed or purebred, that are in need in Oklahoma rural shelters. All of the pet in our care live in foster homes with families so they can learn basic training and manners. Every pet is spayed/neutered, fully vaccinated, dewormed, microchipped and kept on monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventative. Many of the pups we rescue are medical cases, and that can get expensive at times but we never turn a dog or cat away if we know a little TLC and Vet care can save it’s life.

Pooch Pals Foundation

Because Of You Chihuahua Rescue, Inc.

Because of You Chihuahua Rescue is a rescue located in Edmond, Oklahoma. We are incorporated with the State of Oklahoma and are a 501(c)3 non-profit group. We are a small rescue passionate about Chihuahuas and other small breed dogs and their well-being. Because of You is dedicated to finding loving "forever homes" for unwanted, unloved, and homeless dogs. We are a spay/neuter rescue and we encourage people to consider the older dogs, since they are some of the most loving dogs and most in need of loving homes. All rescued dogs live as our personal pets until a "forever home" is found. The dogs are not caged, but roam freely in our home! All veterinarian needs, including spay/neuter will be provided by "Because of You" prior to the adoption. We also do dental, shots, fecal, heartworm test and a prevention plan, grooming, nail care, microchipping and full exam.

Friends with Four Paws

Friends with Four Paws is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization formed to rescue animals in Oklahoma from imminent death by having mobile adoption locations and providing foster care for dogs and cats. Founded in 1998, we have matched thousands of dogs and cats with their perfect, forever homes, where they otherwise would have been sent to the Rainbow Bridge. Our program has drastically changed throughout time, as many do. We get our animals from local municipal shelters and from the general public. Once they are in our program, they go to a foster for several weeks, get all of their veterinary work done, and are listed for adoption. Our transport program allows us to move dogs through our system fairly quickly, which means we are able to save many lives. We LOVE our adopters, fosters and volunteers and would not be able to make the difference we make without them.

Pit Bull Rescue Oklahoma

Pit Bull Ranch Oklahoma (a Wags to Whiskers Rescue) is a non-profit animal rescue organization whose goal is to help any animal in need while specializing in the "Pit Bull" breed. As we see the overpopulation of animals increasing through the years, we work tirelessly to help provide necessary resources to the community so that they can learn to manage their pets and keep their pets in the home where they belong.

City of The Village Animal Welfare

Welcome to the City of The Village Animal Welfare Page! Our mission is clear: to protect and serve animals in need of a loving home, all while promoting the values of humane and fair treatment for our furry friends. We're dedicated to providing every animal with the best possible chance at a happy life, and we're equally committed to educating our community on the importance of treating animals with kindness and respect. At our shelter, we firmly believe in the motto "to save, not kill." Our primary goal is to ensure the safety and well-being of both animals and people in our community. Join us in making a difference for animals in The Village, where we work tirelessly to provide care, support, and loving homes for those who need it most. Explore our page, and don't forget to check out our Adoptable Pets section - you might just find your new furry friend waiting for you! We couldn't do it without your support, and together, we can make a world of difference in the lives of animals in The Village.

Boston Terrier and Short Nose Rescue of Oklahoma

The love of the breed led to adoption, but the love of the dog led to starting a rescue. Sweet Madison was only nine years old when she lost her battle with bladder cancer. Boston Terrier and Short Nose Rescue of Oklahoma was established just one year later because of her. Madison will be remembered for many years through the work we do for other Bostons. We might not have been able to save her life, but we will do our best to save as many others as possible! We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization comprised of a team of diligent volunteers. The Boston Terrier Rescue of Oklahoma is dedicated to rescuing as many Boston Terriers as possible. No rescue is too small or too large, and while we primarily serve Oklahoma, we have been known to aid in neighboring states as well when we can. Our goal is to bring these sweet babies into rescue long enough to ensure they are healthy and have been behavior tested so that we may place them into a loving, FURever home they fit right into! We are a foster-based rescue, which means our dogs stay in homes with families, not in a central facility. Because our dogs are in foster homes, we can see interactions with other animals and behaviors that a dog might exhibit in a home. While we strive to provide as much information as possible about all our dogs, sometimes we are limited on how much we know about the backgrounds of dogs that come into our care.

Miller's Cause Animal Rescue

Amber, along with her mom Angie, founded Miller's Cause in 2018. Fueled by their passion for animals and the extreme need the Texas Panhandle and Oklahoma has for fosters and adopters, coupled with the number of area animals who need help. FACT: 3.7 million pets’ lives are ended every year - not because they are sick or injured, but because they are homeless. Most of these animals are healthy and adoptable and include newborn puppies and kittens. That’s not ok with us. The good news is, we can change that... We can be heroes and improve the future – to our children, our pets, our friends and community. HOW CAN YOU HELP: Rescue groups like Miller’s Cause are able to find loving forever homes for these pets, they simply need a little time… anywhere from one day to a few weeks or months. Some of these animals just need a foster family for a day or two while transportation is being set up to get them to their permanent foster or adopter or to another rescue partner.

Humane Society of Stillwater

The Humane Society of Stillwater is an adoption guaranteed, nonprofit animal shelter that serves the community of Stillwater, Oklahoma. Our mission is to facilitate the placement of stray and unwanted animals and pets in desirable homes; to establish and maintain an animal shelter and associated procedures which promote the health, care and handling, and prevent over population of cats and dogs. The animals in our care are never euthanized merely because we lack space or because the animal’s stay with us has exceeded a predefined amount of time. We spay/neuter and vaccinate all of the animals in our care and do our best to give them a loving home until they are adopted into a home of their own. The Humane Society was founded in 1988 to assist the City of Stillwater Animal Welfare Department in managing homeless animals in our community. We transfer cats and dogs exclusively from Animal Welfare once they have fulfilled their allotted adoption time in the city shelter. The Humane Society of Stillwater is not affiliated with the Humane Society of the United States, and we do not receive any funding from HSUS. We do not receive any funding from the city government or United. Way. The Humane Society relies on generous donors and fundraising activies to fund our programs and facilites. Every dollar donated to the Humane Society of Stillwater remains local and is used to care for homeless cats and dogs in the Stillwater community. We do not accept any animals from the public. To surrender an animal, please go to the Animal Welfare Department or call (405) 372-0334.

Mutt Misfits

Mutt Misfits exists to help unwanted animals in situations that could lead to harm or euthanasia. We primarily focus on animals with major medical illnesses, injuries or advanced age that are often overlooked. By partnering with shelters and the public, we promote responsible pet ownership, spay and neuter, and the adoption of special needs pets. It is our goal to save the un-saveable.

Southern Paws Rescue, Inc

Southern Paws Rescue, Inc was founded in 2021 by Michelle Dusing. Southern Paws is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that rescues and adopts out animals.

Pets & People Humane Society

Pets & People Humane Society, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit, no-kill humane society that rescues adoptable cats and dogs from municipal animal control facilities across the state of Oklahoma on the day they are to be euthanized. We provide a safe harbor for our pets until they are adopted into responsible, loving homes. All are spayed or neutered to help end the vicious cycle of homeless pets. History 1990: Pets & People Humane Society, Inc. was formed by Pam Wright, Mel Berger, Donelda Wheatley and Jody Harlan, in February, 1990 as a pet therapy program where volunteers visited nursing centers in Yukon, Oklahoma. Later, Pets & People expanded into a full service humane society, which rescues dog and cats from area animal shelters. To support the pets the shelter was rescuing, Pets and People added a foster home program, community projects, and school education projects emphasizing the importance of spay/neuter. Additionally, a thrift store was added. Pets and People became a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. 1992: Pets and People’s association with PetSmarts Corporation began. Weekly adoption fairs were held in local PetSmarts to place dogs and cats in suitable homes. 1993: The Junior Pets & People Humane Society, Inc. program was implemented to provide valuable education and fundraising. 1994: Pets & People Humane Society, Inc. received the national “Do Something” grant for the school visitation education project. 1996: PetSmarts Pet Supply Corporation awarded Pets & People Humane Society, Inc. the PetSmarts “Humane Award of Excellence” trophy. In part, PetSmart said, “Pets and People exemplifies the spirit of dedication and volunteerism in the area of animal welfare.” 1998: Grand Opening of New Shelter building. 1999: Opened 1st Dog Park in the State of Oklahoma. 2000: New Addition to Shelter was built. 2020: Pets & People Humane Society, Inc. celebrated 30 years of uninterrupted service to pets and people in the state of Oklahoma. 2021: Moved to new location: 9733 NW 4th Street, OKC

Street Dog Rescue & Recovery

The Underdogs Rescue

The Underdogs are passionate individuals dedicated to rescuing and rehoming Oklahoma's unwanted animals since 2013. As our name suggests, we have a special place in our hearts for the "underdogs" of society. Often overlooked in shelters because of old age, breed, behavior, or medical conditions, these animals just need a chance to show their true nature. We believe every animal deserves a chance to find love and happiness, regardless of their background. We are entirely foster-based, meaning compassionate volunteers take animals in need into their homes. Here, they learn what being part of a family means. Once fully recovered, rehabilitated, and vetted, they are ready to find their happily ever after. Advocacy and education are cornerstones of our mission. We believe that the best way to reduce the number of homeless animals is to prevent them from entering shelters in the first place. We offer educational programs and resources to the community, focusing on responsible pet ownership and the importance of spaying and neutering. Our Mission: • Rescue and rehabilitate animals in need: We provide a safe place for abandoned, abused, and neglected animals. • Find loving forever homes: We carefully match animals with compatible families, ensuring a successful transition into their new lives. • Promote responsible pet ownership: We educate the community on the importance of spaying and neutering and provide resources to help pet owners care for their animals properly. • Advocate for animal welfare: We strive to improve the lives of animals by working with shelters, legislators, and other organizations. Our Reach: In 2022, we expanded our reach by establishing our sister organization, The Underdogs of Maine allowing us to transport rescued animals to Maine and other New England states, increasing their chances of adoption. The Underdogs Rescue understands the lifelong commitment that comes with adopting a pet. We are committed to finding the perfect match for your family and will support you every step of the way. When you adopt an Underdog, you are not only giving a homeless pet a new life, but you are also becoming part of our extended family. We rely solely on private donations to continue our vital work. Every dollar we receive goes directly towards the care and support of our rescued animals. You can help us give a homeless pet a second chance by: • Adopting: Open your home and heart to a deserving animal. • Fostering: Provide temporary care and love for an animal in need. • Volunteering: Donate your time and skills to help us care for our rescued animals. • Donating: Make a financial contribution to support our mission. Please join us in our mission to create a brighter future for animals in need. The Underdogs are a registered non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible. Tax IDs: • TUR Maine: 87-3458462 • TUR Oklahoma: 46-3764760

Chickasha Animal Shelter

The Animal Control Division and Animal Shelter facility falls under the supervision of the Chickasha Police Department. If you have an issue requiring the assistance of an Animal Control Officer, please contact us. Please do not abandon animals at the shelter. Contact an Animal Control Officer.

Oklahoma City Animal Welfare

OKC Animal Welfare serves more than 24,000 animals each year in the City of OKC, and we also provide animal sheltering services for the cities of Del City, Valley Brook and Tinker Air Force Base. You can adopt and look for lost pets at the Oklahoma City Animal Shelter. We never turn away any homeless, abandoned, injured or sick animals in need, including cats, dogs, rabbits, other small mammals, reptiles, birds, farm animals and wildlife. We're OKC's only organization with this unique responsibility. We also respond to reports of animal cruelty, injured animals, loose dogs, animals that are dangerous or a nuisance and enforce OKC's animal ordinances.

OklaHOME Animal Rescue, Inc.