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Mikey's Chance Canine Rescue — Sniffspot

Mikey's Chance Canine Rescue

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

"Mikey’s Chance survives on community donations. They take the par..." more

Spokane, WA

Resilient Hearts Animal Sanctuary — Sniffspot

Resilient Hearts Animal Sanctuary

#35 in United States, #2 in Washington, #1 in Seattle

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.

"I started volunteering with RHAS in October 2023 and am so happy ..." more

Seattle, WA

Motley Zoo Animal Rescue — Sniffspot

Motley Zoo Animal Rescue

#56 in United States, #3 in Washington, #2 in Seattle

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.

"I believe they care about the animals they are entrusted to their..." more

Seattle, WA

The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County — Sniffspot

The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County

#63 in United States, #4 in Washington, #1 in Olympia

The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County was founded by a handful of compassionate community members and has grown into one of the state's largest animal welfare agencies. Each year, we find loving homes for more than 6,000 pets, reunite over 1,100 animals with their overjoyed owners, and provide care for thousands more in our community. Additionally, we offer several comprehensive programs and resources, including Spay/Neuter & Wellness Vouchers, a monthly Vaccine & Wellness Clinic, a Pet Food & Supply Pantry, behavior advice, and private rehoming services.

"As a new foster parent, the support I receive is unreal. The staf..." more

Olympia, WA

Greyhound Pets, Inc. — Sniffspot

Greyhound Pets, Inc.

#78 in United States, #5 in Washington, #3 in Seattle

John A. Hern Jr. founded Greyhound Pets, Inc. in 1985. John was a Coeur D'Alene, Idaho businessman who built a foundry business and owned Industrial Park real estate. Among John's many and varied interests, he held greyt admiration for ex-racing greyhounds and became committed to their care and welfare. As the greyhound racetrack opened in Coeur D'Alene John started a small side business providing feed and racing equipment to track kennels. He demonstrated his commitment to the dogs by being instrumental in building a track sponsored Greyhound Welfare Committee that reviewed track and kennel policies. John's first greyhounds were Roo and Babe, the two greyhounds featured in the GPI logo. John adopted several greyhounds after Roo and Babe. Ace was one of his favorites and was the subject of many of John's stories. John was the executive director of Greyhound Pets, Inc. for many years and oversaw expansion to include the Pacific Northwest and Southwestern Canada. John's generous bequest to the organization he founded has provided for GPI's continued prominence in the ex-racing greyhound rescue effort. The volunteers who continue in the efforts John began, honor his colorful leadership in finding homes for ex-racers. John is remembered and his love for ex-racing greyhounds honored in the Hern Greyt Works, GPI's kennel facility in Woodinville, WA.

Greyhound

"If it wasn't for GPI, we would have never found our sweet shy whi..." more

Seattle, WA

Auburn Valley Humane Society — Sniffspot

Auburn Valley Humane Society

#78 in United States, #5 in Washington, #3 in Seattle

AVHS is a local, independent 501(c)3 non-profit, which relies on pet licensing fees, vulnerable pet housing agreements with the City of Auburn, shelter services, spay and neuter services, Thrift Store sales, Cat Cafe Sales, and generous donations from the community to fund the shelter, clinic, and educational programs.

"My mom, sister, and I volunteered for a summer here, years ago. T..." more

Seattle, WA

Juno's Den — Sniffspot

Juno's Den

#79 in United States, #6 in Washington, #4 in Seattle

"Juno's Den is one of the most dedicated rescues in WA focusing on..." more

Seattle, WA

Caring Hearts 4 Paws — Sniffspot

Caring Hearts 4 Paws

#81 in United States, #7 in Washington, #2 in Olympia

Founded 06/21 with a passion to help strays of the Yakima Valley and Yakama Reservation we take in pregnant or nursing strays with their puppies.

"This is a local charity that goes out of its way to offer safety ..." more

Olympia, WA

Misspits Rescue — Sniffspot

Misspits Rescue

#82 in United States, #8 in Washington, #3 in Olympia

I started Misspits Rescue in 2013 to help advocate for pit bull type dogs. After adopting Dexter, a big, happy, pit bull that almost died simply due to his looks, I knew I had to do something. After years working with a local pit bull rescue and volunteering at a shelter, Misspits Rescue was born. In the last ten years we have grown and moved to larger property. We adding additional breeds over the years and help those that need us the most. Now that we have the space, we offer sanctuary to farmed animals as well. This created a perfect place to help struggling herding breeds as well.

Great Dane
Pit Bull
Senior dog

"Misspits Rescue is the very best rescue there is! Melissa never..." more

Olympia, WA

Path of Hope Rescue — Sniffspot

Path of Hope Rescue

#83 in United States, #9 in Washington, #2 in Spokane

At Path of Hope Rescue we strive to decrease the euthanasia rate of high risk dogs in the southern United States by transporting pregnant dogs and puppies to the Pacific Northwest to find adoptive homes. We are 100% foster based and rely on volunteers and fosters to help in our mission. The overpopulation of dogs in Texas is extreme. Because of a culture that does not value spay and neuter, there are simply too many dogs. And because of this, dogs are being euthanized merely for their existence. Shelters are forced to choose which dog to kill and which to save on a daily basis. There are an estimated 700,000 stray dogs just in the city of Houston alone. Dogs on the streets, dogs in shelters, dogs living on chains, dogs everywhere. Pregnant dogs and puppies are often euthanized because of the amount of resources they require or even more often, pregnant moms are spayed, aborting the puppies. Path of Hope Rescue believes that these dogs deserve a chance at life.

"I am a proud volunteer for Path of Hope Rescue and love that it i..." more

Spokane, WA

Hope 4 huskies — Sniffspot

Hope 4 huskies

#84 in United States, #10 in Washington

We are a small but determined rescue. We are all in to save even 1 husky/malmute at a time. We are dedicated to quality care not quality. Every H4H dog is family.

Husky

"I was looking for a husky friend for my current husky and sure en..." more

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Welfare for Animals Guild (WAG) — Sniffspot

Welfare for Animals Guild (WAG)

#87 in United States, #11 in Washington, #5 in Seattle

Since 2001, WAG has placed dogs into new, loving homes. Our rescues come to us in many ways: owner surrenders due to unplanned life changes, over-populated shelters, and strays found wandering streets and fields. Prior to adoption, all of our rescues are spayed/neutered, receive all vaccines, are micro-chipped, and all other medical needs are addressed.

"WAG is an amazing organization. They take the utmost care in thei..." more

Seattle, WA

CHEW Dog Rescue — Sniffspot

CHEW Dog Rescue

#91 in United States, #12 in Washington, #6 in Seattle

CHEW Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to rescuing abandoned dogs, dogs scheduled for euthanasia due to shelter space limitations, and other dogs who need us. We are always looking to find additional foster homes and acquire funding for other essential elements of dog rescue to allow us to help more dogs in need. We strive to place our dogs in safe and loving forever homes. Additionally, we promote responsible dog ownership through the facilitation of educational and recreational activities and events. CHEW (Canine Health Education and Welfare) is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization.

"Our experience with fostering dear Mr. Bodhi was wonderful. Caro..." more

Seattle, WA

The Pit Bull Pen — Sniffspot

The Pit Bull Pen

#96 in United States, #13 in Washington, #7 in Seattle

We are an all volunteer rescue specializing in bully breeds. We are facility based and prefer our dogs experience the home environment with their foster homes because the care they receive is superior to a shelter environment. Spay/neuter, microchip, vaccinations, training, socialization and lots of love are critical for producing well balanced and well behaved dogs.

Pit Bull

"Mickey's Chance goes above and beyond. All animals get medical he..." more

Seattle, WA

Adams County Pet Rescue — Sniffspot

Adams County Pet Rescue

#96 in United States, #13 in Washington

"They never turn animals away even though they are overwhelmed, is..." more

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Forgotten Dogs Rescue — Sniffspot

Forgotten Dogs Rescue

#97 in United States, #14 in Washington, #4 in Olympia

Forgotten Dogs Rescue is a volunteer and foster home based rescue organization focused on saving Pit Bull type dogs. Located in Washington State, we are a 501c3 non-profit and have been saving animals since 2011. We are dedicated to rescuing homeless and abandoned dogs who are in Washington's shelters, surrendered by their owners due to difficult circumstances or are in danger of abuse or neglect. We save the dogs that need help the most, the dogs whose time has run out, the dogs who have lost all hope the forgotten dogs.

Pit Bull

"Great rescue!"

Olympia, WA

Pet OverPopulation Prevention Tri-Cities — Sniffspot

Pet OverPopulation Prevention Tri-Cities

#97 in United States, #14 in Washington

"I rescued a senior black lab mix that was 11 years old. She was ..." more

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Old Dog Haven — Sniffspot

Old Dog Haven

#97 in United States, #14 in Washington, #8 in Seattle

Old Dog Haven is a small nonprofit group using a large network of foster homes to provide loving, safe homes for unadoptable senior dogs in need in western Washington. When we have room and the means, we take these dogs into our homes. We care for them as members of the family in permanent foster homes (what we call ‚Final Refuge‚) and provide all needed veterinary care for as long as they have a good quality of life. In addition, we assist rescues, shelters and owners in finding new homes for senior adoptable dogs through our website, social media and referrals.

"Old Dog Haven rescues senior dogs dumped at shelters (or who lose..." more

Seattle, WA

The Humane Society of Mason County — Sniffspot

The Humane Society of Mason County

#97 in United States, #14 in Washington, #8 in Seattle

The Humane Society of Mason County (HSMC) is a private 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that serves the Mason County area of Washington State. Our organization adheres to a philosophy of a no-kill shelter and animal rescue. We believe in providing second chances for companion animals whether they are abandoned, abused, neglected or homeless. We believe that all animals deserve the chance to live, thrive and be loved in "forever homes!" It is our sincere desire to provide aid when needed and to create opportunities for these needy animals to have a second chance at life.

"The humane society of mason county has been hugely helpful to me ..." more

Seattle, WA

Seattle Humane — Sniffspot

Seattle Humane

#97 in United States, #14 in Washington, #8 in Seattle

Founded in 1897, Seattle Humane proudly promotes the human-animal bond by saving and serving pets in need. We are one of the region's leaders in animal adoption, education and welfare. Seattle Humane is more than a shelter we are a community resource center, providing adoption services, a pet food bank and support for pet owners, low-cost spay/neuter surgeries and wellness exams, humane education for all ages and more. Our work is made possible by the support of a generous community, and through our outreach, advocacy and services we strive to ensure that animal companionship is accessible to all.

"Seattle Human strives to provide a high quality of life for anima..." more

Seattle, WA

Homeward Pet Adoption Center — Sniffspot

Homeward Pet Adoption Center

#97 in United States, #14 in Washington, #8 in Seattle

Homeward Pet's mission is to transform the lives of cats and dogs in need through compassionate medical care, positive behavior training, and successful adoption while building a more humane community.

"Homeward Pet in Woodinville, WA is the best pet shelter in the wo..." more

Seattle, WA

Red Rose Animal Rescue — Sniffspot

Red Rose Animal Rescue

#98 in United States, #15 in Washington, #5 in Olympia

Every year hundreds of animals such as dogs, cats become homeless for many reasons. Our mission is to find the homeless animals around the country and give them a better life. As like humans, they need love, care and also need home. We founded our organization to give them a chance for a loving home and family. Our successes are going forward and every year we give a better life to hundreds of homeless animals.

"Red Rose is a wonderful animal rescue local to my area. We adopte..." more

Olympia, WA

Pawd It Forward — Sniffspot

Pawd It Forward

#98 in United States, #15 in Washington, #1 in Vancouver

We provide a multitude of services to our community to include, but are not limited to: Tracking and Trapping Services for lost and feral dogs Lost and Found Social Media Deployment Services Transport Services for finders of lost pets Chip Scanning Clark County Pet Licensing Searchable Lost/Found Pet Database Pet Registration Database (FREE!) Impound Jail Break Support

"Always there when needed! Had great respect in the community. Lov..." more

Vancouver, WA

Spokane Humane Society — Sniffspot

Spokane Humane Society

#98 in United States, #15 in Washington

"I used to walk dogs there, and adopted cats from them."

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Murci's Mission Animal Rescue — Sniffspot

Murci's Mission Animal Rescue

#98 in United States, #15 in Washington

Murci's Mission is a 501c3 animal rescue, located in Mead, WA that takes animals with limited options, places them into foster care, vets them and adopts them into loving homes. From the day we could talk we told our pets more than we ever told our parents. We took the long route to see the kitty in the window down the street. We stopped even when we were late to pet the dog. We grew up and we saw what the world does to those who can't defend themselves. We are here to change that.

"Best rescue in WA!"

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Kitsap Humane Society — Sniffspot

Kitsap Humane Society

#98 in United States, #15 in Washington, #5 in Olympia

Kitsap Humane Society is a nonprofit, charitable organization that depends upon the kindness and generosity of its community to find homes for homeless pets. We spay/neuter thousands of animals each year to prevent animal overpopulation and reduce the number of future homeless pets. Sheltering animals since 1908, Kitsap Humane Society envisions a time when all adoptable pets have loving homes.

"Kitsap Humane is a large public shelter that provides so much lov..." more

Olympia, WA

Save A Mutt — Sniffspot

Save A Mutt

#98 in United States, #15 in Washington, #9 in Seattle

"Great rescue that works hard to get dogs into homes. Foster only...." more

Seattle, WA

Okandogs — Sniffspot

Okandogs

#99 in United States, #16 in Washington

The Okandogs Story It's All About Caring After volunteering at a local animal shelter, Jan and Tom Short identified a need in the underserved Okanogan area. There are no funded Humane Societies or shelters for Okanogan County dogs. There is no public money available or agencies to help out. They realized that any effort to assist had to be derived from the private sector, both in terms of financial support and work effort. In 2014, Tom and Jan opened their hearts and home in Cashmere to form the Okandogs non-profit in response to this unmet need in the greater North Central Washington area. Since that time, the organization has helped thousands of dogs by funding and providing medical care, spay/neuter and adoptions. They have done this by rapidly responding to dogs in need and building confidence and trust in the community. Okandogs adoption rate nears 100% through the use of carefully chosen transfer partners who put local area dogs first. The euthanasia rate and overall fatality rate is almost nil. As the organization has grown, so have its followers and supporters. Okandogs maintains a vet emergency fund to assist injured and ill dogs who have no other resources available. In addition, Okandogs has a very successful program, Mom's Last Litter, that provides free stay at home spay for mama dogs when pup litters are entrusted to us. On average, two-thirds of the dog intakes at Okandogs are puppies.

"I reached out to ARFSGC regarding a momma dog on Base in Moses la..." more

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Lucky Paws Rescue — Sniffspot

Lucky Paws Rescue

#99 in United States, #16 in Washington

Lucky Paws Rescue is a non-profit 501c3 organization in Western Washington State. We are small but mighty! We will try to help any animal in need, but we are especially passionate about the underdogs that are overlooked because of their breed or health issues. We give 100% to any animal we commit to. Funding and foster homes are always needed, and they are our biggest hurdles we face when saving lives. We have raised money to give dogs a second chance who were going to be euthanized due to broken legs or training challenges. These are dogs that are truly down on their luck and looking for their last chance. We have rescued and saved many cats as well that had no place to go. We are foster home-based, so we cannot do this without their amazing support. We also work with many shelters to help get dogs out and adopted. We have close relationships with many great veterinarians in the Western Washington area. Even if we cannot take an animal due to space or funding, we will always try to help find other alternatives by utilizing our rescue partners and other resources. Our own adoption process includes an application, vet reference checks, as well as a home visit. We want to ensure that once we have rescued an animal, that animal will never need to be rescued again. We ALWAYS have the animal's best interest at heart.

"I have been an active volunteer with Lucky Paws Rescue since 2014..." more

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Washington German Shepherd Rescue — Sniffspot

Washington German Shepherd Rescue

#99 in United States, #16 in Washington

Washington German Shepherd Rescue is the companion animal's advocate and dedicated to placing neglected, abandoned and unwanted German Shepherd Dogs into loving, permanent, homes. Please consider making a donation to our rescue or becoming a volunteer.

German Shepherd

"This organization is great! When no other rescue would help, this..." more

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The Best Olympia, WA Dog Rescues & Shelters In 2025

    The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County
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    2608 Center StreetTacoma, WA 98409
    olympiaWashingtonUS
    We adopted Ozzy March 3rd, 2024. Lost our last rescue pup in September of 2023 and were missing him very much. We went for 3 meet and greets arranged through other dog rescues, but none were a good fit. Then we heard about the Valentine’s Day $14 adoptions and started our 5 trips to Tacoma Humane Society, and countless hours searching Tacoma Humane Society’s website. Ozzy ended up choosing us, as our other dogs have. He was having his cage cleaned and said hello. We met him and brought him home that day. Ozzy is definitely more puppy than we anticipated, but he truly wants to please, he’s smart, and he’s got a hilarious personality. He will steal your chair if you get up and keep it warm. He loves to say good night and good morning by jumping on the bed. Almost had him a month, and he’s stolen our hearts. We’ll always miss our other dogs, but so happy we found another to love. Great on walks and just came home from a 3 hour car ride. Everyone we spoke with at Tacoma Humane Society was helpful and we looked at several dogs before Ozzy decided we were his people. Thank you to the best matchmakers ever!
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    The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County

    The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County was founded by a handful of compassionate community members and has grown into one of the state's largest animal welfare agencies. Each year, we find loving homes for more than 6,000 pets, reunite over 1,100 animals with their overjoyed owners, and provide care for thousands more in our community. Additionally, we offer several comprehensive programs and resources, including Spay/Neuter & Wellness Vouchers, a monthly Vaccine & Wellness Clinic, a Pet Food & Supply Pantry, behavior advice, and private rehoming services.

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  • Caring Hearts 4 Paws
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    5111 Pheasant Ln SE Olympia Washington 98513
    olympiaWashingtonUS
    This shelter is amazing and very kind! They helped us find an amazing dog, and we feel very confident that they take great care of the animals they're helping.
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    Caring Hearts 4 Paws

    Founded 06/21 with a passion to help strays of the Yakima Valley and Yakama Reservation we take in pregnant or nursing strays with their puppies.

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  • Misspits Rescue
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    olympiaWashingtonUS
    Great Dane, Pit Bull, Senior dogGreat Dane, Pit Bull, Senior dog
    An amazing organization run by an amazing woman who has saved countless animals of all types! My dog Llama is from Misspits and I could not be more grateful!
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    Misspits Rescue

    I started Misspits Rescue in 2013 to help advocate for pit bull type dogs. After adopting Dexter, a big, happy, pit bull that almost died simply due to his looks, I knew I had to do something. After years working with a local pit bull rescue and volunteering at a shelter, Misspits Rescue was born. In the last ten years we have grown and moved to larger property. We adding additional breeds over the years and help those that need us the most. Now that we have the space, we offer sanctuary to farmed animals as well. This created a perfect place to help struggling herding breeds as well.

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  • Forgotten Dogs Rescue
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    Pit BullPit Bull
    I am a trainer and work frequently with dogs from this rescue, pre and post adoption. They are 100% dedicated to ensuring each dog's needs are met; mentally, emotionally, and physically. They are dedicated to insuring that the dog is placed in a home that can continue this. They're the best!
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    Forgotten Dogs Rescue

    Forgotten Dogs Rescue is a volunteer and foster home based rescue organization focused on saving Pit Bull type dogs. Located in Washington State, we are a 501c3 non-profit and have been saving animals since 2011. We are dedicated to rescuing homeless and abandoned dogs who are in Washington's shelters, surrendered by their owners due to difficult circumstances or are in danger of abuse or neglect. We save the dogs that need help the most, the dogs whose time has run out, the dogs who have lost all hope the forgotten dogs.

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  • Red Rose Animal Rescue
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    olympiaWashingtonUS
    Marcie may have the biggest heart in rescue. The animals come first always. She, like rescues everywhere, are bombarded with stray, abandoned and hoarding cases and she works so hard for hours every day to do what she can to help.
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    Red Rose Animal Rescue

    Every year hundreds of animals such as dogs, cats become homeless for many reasons. Our mission is to find the homeless animals around the country and give them a better life. As like humans, they need love, care and also need home. We founded our organization to give them a chance for a loving home and family. Our successes are going forward and every year we give a better life to hundreds of homeless animals.

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The Best Seattle, WA Dog Rescues & Shelters In 2025

    Resilient Hearts Animal Sanctuary
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    3409 Stone Way N, Seattle WA 98103
    seattleWashingtonUS
    As a college student, I missed my childhood pup like crazy since I moved away for school. One day, I found Resilient Hearts while browsing rescues online. I wasn't really sure what I wanted, but I figured, why not check it out? Stepping into their place, I was greeted by a super-friendly pup, and seeing all the dogs there just hanging out and having fun totally won me over! After chatting with Mike, the owner, I knew I had to get involved with Resilient Hearts. I'd never fostered a pup before, but they made it so easy. I started with a weekend foster, then ended up doing a long-term foster. Before I knew it, I was juggling two pups at once, all within a couple of months! What I love about this place is how flexible they are. You can send your foster pup to daycare, which is awesome for both me and the dogs – it gives me some freedom, and it lets them socialize and have a blast. Plus, the community here is amazing. I've never felt happier since I started fostering with Resilient Hearts, and I'm so grateful to be part of their crew. The weekly newsletters from Resilient Hearts are a highlight of my week. They're filled with so much love! Huge shoutout to the foster coordinators, staff members, volunteers, and everyone else behind the scenes who make Resilient Hearts the incredible place it is today. I can't help but shower them with praise for all they do! And let's talk about those pups! Spending my free time playing with them is an absolute joy. They're all just ridiculously cute, and their personalities shine so brightly. Plus, the events that Resilient Hearts organizes are always a blast. It's such a fantastic way to connect with fellow animal lovers and support a cause we're all passionate about. Can't wait to see where this journey takes me – who knows, maybe I'll end up being a "foster-fail"!
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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
    I have adopted both of my dogs from Motley Zoo. They are incredibly kind and loving towards the animals and prospective owners. They do their due diligence to make sure animals go home with the best-fit families. I wouldn’t adopt from anyone else. I’m a huge fan!
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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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  • Greyhound Pets, Inc.
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    seattleWashingtonUS
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    I volunteered at different rescues and can honestly say that Greyhound Pets Inc is one of the best experiences I've ever had. To start, the dogs are so well cared for and well loved. Every single staff member or volunteer has a deep rooted interest in helping these dogs learn new skills and get ready for their forever home. Dogs come from all over the world to Greyhound Pets Inc—with many different experiences that have shaped them. Every dog is different and has different needs, and everyone at Greyhound Pets Inc provides the singular and unique care that's right for each dog. There's such a strong focus on providing these dogs the enrichment they need while they wait for their people to find them. Daily, every dog gets time with volunteers and staff alike to be loved on and play. And there's so many additional opportunities throughout the week. for them to get walks or have hangout time to play and do enrichment activities. The other special and unique thing about Greyhound Pets Inc is the volunteer training program which I am part of. A licensed and certified trainer is on site almost everyday, and we volunteers get to work with the dogs who need a bit more support on their journey—whether that's leash walking skills, confidence building skills, learning how to meet new people, and anything in between. We set specific goals for each dog and focus on leveling them up to be the best they can be. We take detailed notes/videos and those are shared so that adopters know the exact training plans, cues, and support these dogs need as they transition to their forever home. It's incredibly special, powerful, and beautiful to watch some of the less confident or unique needs dogs learn to shine and thrive through this program. Greyhound Pets Inc. not only saves the lives of so many sighthounds and sighthound mixes, but candidly, has also saved my life. After I had just moved to Washington and my previous Greyhound passed unexpectedly, I needed somewhere where I could give love to dogs and build community while I navigated my grief. This community of people is simply amazing. And as a result of my volunteer time here, my next dog found me and now we happily have a senior Greyhound mix living out his best years with us. Thank you to everyone at Greyhound Pets Inc for loving these dogs with your whole hearts and for providing a community for so many dog lovers to come together and focus on the most important thing: giving greyt dogs the chance at forever being loved, cherished, and happy.
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    Greyhound Pets, Inc.

    John A. Hern Jr. founded Greyhound Pets, Inc. in 1985. John was a Coeur D'Alene, Idaho businessman who built a foundry business and owned Industrial Park real estate. Among John's many and varied interests, he held greyt admiration for ex-racing greyhounds and became committed to their care and welfare. As the greyhound racetrack opened in Coeur D'Alene John started a small side business providing feed and racing equipment to track kennels. He demonstrated his commitment to the dogs by being instrumental in building a track sponsored Greyhound Welfare Committee that reviewed track and kennel policies. John's first greyhounds were Roo and Babe, the two greyhounds featured in the GPI logo. John adopted several greyhounds after Roo and Babe. Ace was one of his favorites and was the subject of many of John's stories. John was the executive director of Greyhound Pets, Inc. for many years and oversaw expansion to include the Pacific Northwest and Southwestern Canada. John's generous bequest to the organization he founded has provided for GPI's continued prominence in the ex-racing greyhound rescue effort. The volunteers who continue in the efforts John began, honor his colorful leadership in finding homes for ex-racers. John is remembered and his love for ex-racing greyhounds honored in the Hern Greyt Works, GPI's kennel facility in Woodinville, WA.

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  • Auburn Valley Humane Society
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    4910 A St SE Auburn, WA 98092
    seattleWashingtonUS
    Ethics and care of people and animals is top notch
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    Auburn Valley Humane Society

    AVHS is a local, independent 501(c)3 non-profit, which relies on pet licensing fees, vulnerable pet housing agreements with the City of Auburn, shelter services, spay and neuter services, Thrift Store sales, Cat Cafe Sales, and generous donations from the community to fund the shelter, clinic, and educational programs.

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  • Juno's Den
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    seattleWashingtonUS
    Baloo was born on 2017 in Queretaro, Mexico and he and his siblings were put up for sale. Me and my sister were living together in Mexico City (about three hours driving from Querétaro) and my sister started dating this guy that was temporarily working in Querétaro and visiting Mexico City on the weekends. As he felt lonely in Querétaro he went and bought puppy Baloo and me and my sister immediately fell in love with him, he started hanging out in Mexico City during the weeks at our apartment and my sister and I would care for him and potty train him. It tuned out that the guy was still seeing his ex and dumped my sister, and he left our lives with puppy Baloo on his arms. A couple times in the years after, we had the chance to see Baloo in Mexico City and we were still madly in love with him. Time went by and this guy married, moved to the north of Mexico in the Sonoran desert and his wife got pregnant. During this time my sister moved to Paris and I got married and moved to Seattle and after connecting with more Mexicans here, I started volunteering with Junos Den. One day in 2021 my sister received a message from the guy saying that they could no longer have Baloo and that they were giving him away but he thought we might want to adopt him so he checked with us before posting anywhere else. My sister was in Paris and she could definitely not take Baloo, I was in Seattle living in a 400 sqft studio and I immediately called Sylvia from Juno’s Den and we moved everything we could so I could bring him to Seattle with me. It was really hard for me at the moment due to my living space so I even tried to set up Baloo with other friends of mine. We soon found a bigger apartment that would take dogs and we set the date. Juno’s Den walked me through the whole process so I could bring Baloo from México since that is what they do. We then flew to San Diego and then went to Tijuana to meet Baloo, we did the handoff and took Baloo to the vet so he could get a letter saying he was ok to travel. Baloo then crossed the border by car and was dropped off at San Diego’s airport where he was checked in to fly in his crate, fortunately he had traveled before with his other family and he already had his crate and was familiar with flights. We all went on the plane, arrived to Seattle and re-started our story together. Juno’s Den was incredibly helpful during this process and now Baloo is a social media ambassador for them.
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The Best Spokane, WA Dog Rescues & Shelters In 2025

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    Mikeys chance truly goes above and beyond for the medical cases in our community. They are one of the few rescues that will take on dogs /puppies suffering from parvo. They are always willing to help with the senior dogs that have been surrendered to the shelter so they can live out their final days in a loving home.
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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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  • Path of Hope Rescue
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    spokaneWashingtonUS
    Frank & Fiona (Lisa) were rescued from a kill shelter in Texas. She was pregnant and they were a bonded pair. Path of Hope advocated they be adopted together and never broke them apart. They helped Fiona deliver three babies and cared for her and the puppies even after one died at birth. Fiona had severe allergies and Path of Hope worked tirelessly to find the right food and meds to get her hair and skin back to health. I still use the research they learned about her allergies to feed her today. They fostered them with loving families together and they were in the shelter for a year and a half before I adopted them. They were in peak health and very happy and adaptable dogs when they came to me. Their adoption process was so thorough & they really take the time to interview and check potential adopters to ensure they will be a good fit and take the responsibility seriously. I am grateful for path of hope every day for bringing me these angels and I think they are doing gods work. Thank you!
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    Path of Hope Rescue

    At Path of Hope Rescue we strive to decrease the euthanasia rate of high risk dogs in the southern United States by transporting pregnant dogs and puppies to the Pacific Northwest to find adoptive homes. We are 100% foster based and rely on volunteers and fosters to help in our mission. The overpopulation of dogs in Texas is extreme. Because of a culture that does not value spay and neuter, there are simply too many dogs. And because of this, dogs are being euthanized merely for their existence. Shelters are forced to choose which dog to kill and which to save on a daily basis. There are an estimated 700,000 stray dogs just in the city of Houston alone. Dogs on the streets, dogs in shelters, dogs living on chains, dogs everywhere. Pregnant dogs and puppies are often euthanized because of the amount of resources they require or even more often, pregnant moms are spayed, aborting the puppies. Path of Hope Rescue believes that these dogs deserve a chance at life.

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  • SpokAnimal
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    710 N Napa St Spokane, WA 99202‚Äã
    spokaneWashingtonUS
    Offers amazing help and puts on free/low cost events
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    SpokAnimal

    SpokAnimal will save lives by caring for and finding loving homes for homeless pets in our community and beyond Our strong community presence and relationships help identify the need for innovative programs that are designed to strengthen the human-companion animal bond by providing resources for pets and their people. From our food bank to our clinical programs, our vision will always be to help those who are not able to fully provide for their pets.

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  • Claws and Paws Rescue
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    spokaneWashingtonUS
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  • NW Snowdog Rescue
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    spokaneWashingtonUS
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    NW Snowdog Rescue

    practically all the Siberian Husky rescues in the NW either closed down or scaled back (due to age) or went on hiatus (due to family situations). So some longtime volunteers felt that something needed to be done to fill the gap. NWSR is 100% volunteer operated. The non-profit registration with the State of Washington has been done and we have also received the federal Determination Letter approving the organizations 501(c)(3) status. Consequently, all donations to our rescue are tax deductible. NWSR does not have a shelter location, we are entirely dependent on foster homes, hence our fosters are spread all over the NW – WA/OR/ID. This unfortunately limits us in the number of dogs we have in rescue at a given time. All of our rescues are fully vetted: spayed/neutered, vaccinated (incl. rabies) and microchipped. It is not unusual that dogs will need additional medical care. GENERAL INFORMATION Since our rescues come from a multitude of backgrounds (most of them bad or very bad) we make sure that their new homes will offer the best possible situation. HOW WE OPERATE • All dogs are microchipped and spayed/neutered while in the care of our rescue. All immediate medical needs are addressed before a dog goes to its forever home. • All adoptive homes must undergo a yard check. This ensures that all of our little escape artists are safely contained in their new homes. • All parts of our organization are volunteers - from our foster homes, to those that help with transporting pups, and even our Board of Directors – every single person involved with our organization does it for the love of the dogs. Without our community, we would not exist.

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The Best Vancouver, WA Dog Rescues & Shelters In 2025

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    vancouverWashingtonUS
    Always helpful in showing up to help animals in any way she can. She is a pillar of the animal community in Vancouver.
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    Pawd It Forward

    We provide a multitude of services to our community to include, but are not limited to: Tracking and Trapping Services for lost and feral dogs Lost and Found Social Media Deployment Services Transport Services for finders of lost pets Chip Scanning Clark County Pet Licensing Searchable Lost/Found Pet Database Pet Registration Database (FREE!) Impound Jail Break Support

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  • Pure Mutts Animal Rescue
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    vancouverWashingtonUS
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    Pure Mutts Animal Rescue

    We are volunteers and foster homes that rescue animals, work to know each one and then match-make with adopters in forever homes.

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  • Wahkiakum Animal Advocates Group
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    vancouverWashingtonUS
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    Wahkiakum Animal Advocates Group

    WAAG was founded in 2019 and is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization operated solely by animal loving volunteers. We are devoted to giving a voice to the abandoned, neglected or abused animals in Wahkiakum County located in southwest Washington and neighboring communities. We also strive to be a resource for those who are seeking a little extra support or guidance in caring for their furry family members.

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  • Lily's Pad Rescue
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    vancouverWashingtonUS
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    Lily's Pad Rescue

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  • Pacific Animal Society
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    vancouverWashingtonUS
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    Pacific Animal Society

    Pacific Animal Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that was founded in 2014. As a dedicated group of volunteers, we rescue and rehome animals from around the world. In addition, we provide support and rehoming services to ALL PREVIOUS ADOPTERS. Contact us if you need assistance. We believe that every animal deserves a safe and home. By sharing knowledge, hope and inspiration, we can make a difference!

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

Welcome to the 2025 Washington Sniffspot Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List, highlighting the top rescues and shelters in Washington chosen by the Sniffspot community and the public.

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This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in Washington. 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.

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Sniffspot Washington Dog Rescues & Shelters Frequently Asked Questions

How many dog rescues and shelters operate in Washington?

There are 169 in Washington. 46 are located in Seattle with 123 are located in other areas of the state.

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

There are many reputable rescues in Washington, the top 3 on our list are: Mikey's Chance Canine Rescue, Resilient Hearts Animal Sanctuary, Motley Zoo Animal Rescue

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

The most common specialization for dog rescues and shelters in Washington is Boxer with 1 focusing on it. The second most common specialization is Shih Tzu with 1 focusing on it.

How can I adopt a rescue dog in Washington?

Using our list of the top dog rescues and shelters, you can find a reputable shelter in Washington. The adoption policies of each shelter varies and you can find information on the shelter profile page. Here is an example adoption policy:
Our adoption process is detailed and comprehensive, because we want to ensure that the dog we entrust to you is a good fit for your lifestyle, home environment, needs and expectations. Our goal is not simply to place dogs in homes, but to create lasting, rewarding, happy relationships between our dogs and their humans. We will process your application as quickly as we can, but we ask you to be patient if it takes longer than you'd like. You are welcome to contact us at any time to ask about our progress.

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

Yes! Washington has all of the following types of breed-specific dog rescues and shelters: Boxer Shih Tzu Small dog Beagle Australian Shepherd Greyhound Great Dane Dachshund Husky German Shepherd Pit Bull

Can you recommend any dog rescues in Washington that specialize in senior dogs or special needs animals?

Can you recommend any reputable dog rescue organizations that focus on specific regions or communities within Washington?

Yes! The top rescue and shelter in Seattle is Resilient Hearts Animal Sanctuary. The top specialized rescue and shelter in Washington is Greyhound Pets, Inc..

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Dogs breeds

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    German Shepherd Dog: Breed Facts, Experience and Tips from 9K+ 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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    Labrador Retriever: Breed Facts, Experience and Tips from 9K+ 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.

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    Golden Retriever: Breed Facts, Experience and Tips from 9K+ 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.

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    American Staffordshire Terrier: Your Complete Guide

    Think American Staffordshire Terriers are tough? Think again. While their muscular build might intimidate some, these dogs are known for their playful and loyal personalities. This guide draws on the experience of nearly 10,000 AmStaff owners to reveal the truth about this often misunderstood breed. Want to learn more about caring for an American Staffordshire Terrier? You're in the right place.

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    Australian Shepherd Facts: Breed Info & Care Guide

    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.
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    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.
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    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