RESCUE DIRECTORY

2nd Chance Dog Rescue http://2ndchance rescuegroups org

Non-profit organization dedicated to saving abandoned/ abused dogs, and provide them with shelter and a safe environment so they can regain their trust in humanity

AARTA - Akita Advocates

Relocation Team Arizona www akitaadvocates com

602-882-5482

Non-profit organization that finds homes for displaced Akitas through fostering

ADOPT ME GSD

ADOPT ME GSD Facebook page

480-720-1534

Saving German Shepherds from euthanasia, providing them with medical treatment and finding loving homes

Alaskan Malamute

Rescue of Arizona www malamuterescue org

Alaskan Malamute Rescue of Arizona Facebook Page

Rehabilitate and rehome rescued Alaskan Malamutes assist Malamute owners and provide education services to the public

All About Animals Rescue www allaboutanimalsaz com

No-kill, foster home based, rescue

All About Bullies Rescue

All About Bullies Rescue Facebook Page

480-227-1276

Non-profit organization that saves, rehabilitates, and rehomes bully breeds Specializing in Pit Bulls www almosthomebulldogrescue org

Almost Home Bulldog Rescue, Inc.

480-227-1276

Non-profit organization based in the Maricopa County area of central Arizona We are dedicated to the rescue of unwanted, neglected, and abandoned companion animals Our focus is French and English Bulldogs from local euthanasia lists

Amazing Aussies Lethal

White Rescue of Arizona www amazingaussies com

602-571-5811

Non-profit organization that rescues dogs bred Merle to Merle and born blind and/or deaf by a cruel and inhumane breeding practice, so the breeders can make a few extra bucks About 25% of every litter will come out “wrong” and are killed at birth or thrown away since they can’t be sold It’s just a “cost of business” to the breeders but it’s an everyday fight for us I hope you will join us to help end this planned cruelty

Animal Rescue Friends Ltd www animalrescuefriends org

623-428-9119

Non-profit foster-based rescue that provides love and care for the rescued animals in a home environment Utilizing fosters allows us to provide attention to each animals’ unique needs while also training them on how to be inside a home

Anthem Pets www anthempets org

480-287-3542

Non-profit 100% volunteer, No Kill rescue to implement a fully rounded animal welfare program that provides education and resources to the community at large and promote responsible pet ownership Volunteers answer calls at the 24 Hour Pet Hotline; provide medical care for abandoned and abused animals and find them qualified loving homes; and work to reunite lost pets with their owners through use of the Pet Hotline, a Pet Search & Rescue team and a very active Facebook page

Arizona Animal Welfare League and SPCA www aawl org

602-273-6852

Largest and oldest no-kill shelter in Arizona rehabilitates and rehomes more than 5,000 dogs and cats that are abandoned or that have been surrendered by their owners We do this primarily by rescuing them from other shelters in Maricopa County where they are likely to be euthanized due to the lack of time and resources to care for them At any one time our shelter will hold 140 cats and 190 dogs We also have a foster parent network of approximately 90 families who provide care and shelter in their homes for puppies and kittens that are too young to be adopted, and those animals that are recovering from medical procedures or that need socialization before adoption www azbassetrescue org

Arizona Basset Hound Rescue Inc.

602-225-7800 (voice mail)

Non-profit organization that provides veterinary care, food, support, and shelter to Basset Hounds, Bloodhounds and Basset Hound mixes needing assistance in Arizona

Arizona Beagle Rescue www azbeaglerescue com

623-977-1355

A statewide 501(c)(3) non-profit animal welfare organization comprised of volunteers dedicated to Beagle rescue and community education

Arizona Border Collie Rescue www azbcr org

480-422-5366 (voice message)

Promotes humane treatment through rescue, rehabilitation, education and the rehoming of neglected, abandoned and unwanted Border Collies

Arizona Boston Terrier Rescue www azbtrescue org

Non-profit corporation dedicated to the rescue and rehoming of unwanted Boston Terriers, education of owners on responsible dog ownership, and education of the public on the Boston Terrier breed

Arizona Golden Rescue www arizonagoldenrescue org

623-566-9247

Provides emotional and medical rehabilitation and will pay for all medications and for necessary surgeries prior to adoptions being finalized for Golden Retrievers and mostlyGolden mixes

Arizona Humane Society

Two locations: Sunnyslope Campus and Nina Mason Pulliam Campus for Compassion www azhumane org

602-997-7585

Pet adoptions, veterinary and spay/neuter services, retail and thrift shopping

Arizona Labrador and Giant Breed Rescue www azlabsandgiants org

602-307-5227

Volunteer non-profit organization that is dedicated to rehoming Labradors, Great Danes, Mastiffs, Elkhounds, Newfoundlands, Bernese Mountain Dogs, Saint Bernards, Irish Wolfhounds and Deer Hounds

Arizona Pug Adoption & Rescue Network www aparn org

480-964-3126

Non-profit to rescue Pugs in need, provide medical care and emotional support and place them into loving permanent adoptive homes in Arizona www azsheltierescue com

Arizona Sheltie Rescue, Inc.

Bill Ferrell: bkferrell@cox net

(480) 507-7996

Cindy Reel: reelracer@aol.com

(602) 843-8073

Non-profit volunteer organization that serves the entire state of Arizona with respect to the rescue of Shetland Sheepdogs www ashra org

Arizona Siberian Husky Rescue & Adoption, Inc.

602-427-7226

Non-profit, volunteer-run organization that rescues Siberian Huskies and places them into qualified homes, as well as educates the public on the special needs of the Siberian Husky

Arizona Small Dog Rescue www azsmalldog org

602-944-2440

A non-profit registered 501(c)3 no kill rescue shelter A group of volunteers that are dedicated to rescuing and saving homeless, unwanted, abandoned, neglected, and abused dogs

AZ Cavalier Rescue

AZ Cavalier Rescue Facebook Page

602-397-4744

Foster run rescue for Cavaliers, English Toy Spaniels and mixes

AZ Cocker Rescue www azcockerrescue org

602-757-8225

Non-profit that focuses on rescuing all breeds of dogs from the county shelters that are going to be euthanized

AZ Furry Friends Rescue Foundation www azfurryfriends org

602-882-9535

Non-profit foster-based, all breed, dog and cat rescue that are at risk of euthanasia at our local kill shelters

AZ Happy Tails Animal Rescue www happytailsaz org

A non-profit registered 501(c)(3) rescue group that does not have an actual shelter All dogs are fostered in homes Strive to educate and raise awareness of the importance of animal respect and appreciation and facilitate a low cost spay/neuter program www azmastiffrescue com

AZ Mastiff Rescue (Canine Rescue Coalition, Inc.)

Non-profit dedicated to rescuing English and Neapolitan Mastiffs and other Mastiff and Giant Breeds

AZ Paws & Claws www azpawsandclaws com

Non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable, all volunteer dog and cat rescue serving Arizona Our mission is to match rescued dogs and cats with a home that will provide them with a lifetime of love and care

AZ Shepherd Rescue www azshepherdrescue org

623-256-2698

Non-profit foster-based rescue saving German Shepherds, Australian Shepherds and mixes of both from the county euthanasia list

AZPyrs: Arizona Great Pyrenees Association & Rescue Network www azpyrs com

480-988-4033

Non-profit fosters and rehomes purebred Great Pyrenees throughout the entire state of Arizona

Boxer Luv Rescue www boxerluv org

602-530-5671

A501(c)(3)nonprofit organization to give new life to homeless Boxers in need and is 100% managed and run by volunteers and relies entirely on private donations, grants and revenue from Boxer Luv’s “Luv-To-Save” Thrift Shop

Briard Rescue and Haven www briardrescue com

602-228-2495

Established to provide a safe place for Briard dogs The Haven is a privately run facility, funded by private donations, ebay auctions, adoption fees and bequests

Central Arizona Animal Rescue (CAAR) www caaronline org

Non-profit organization dedicated to the general welfare, sheltering and placement of animals; prevention of cruelty to animals and overpopulation; education concerning humane treatment of animals; and involvement in other animal welfare issues

Dachshunds Only Rescue www dachshundsonlyrescue com

602-550-4088

Not-for-profit, volunteer, foster-based, never-kill organization for Dachshunds No animal is euthanized if they are too sick to be treated or too aggressive to be suitable for adoption–believe that behavioral modification techniques and positive reinforcement help to eliminate aggressive or unwanted behavior

Desert Labrador

Retriever Rescue www dlrrphoenix org

480-899-5227

Non-profit, all volunteer, foster-based organization that provides Labrador Retriever breed and training information on request, public education on spaying and neutering, and finding homes for the Labrador Retriever

Desert Paws Rescue www desertpawsrescue org

A non-profit, no-kill, animal rescue group to rescue, rehabilitate (when necessary) and place domestic animals into stable homes; to educate the public about the responsibilities of pet ownership; and to build public awareness about the human-animal bond and its benefits to society

The Fetch Foundation www thefetchfoundation com

602-617-2656

Non-profit dedicated to saving lives in the animal and human communities through innovative strategies and unique programs that supports, equips, and trains first responders by providing the life saving tools in“The FIDO BAG®” that is used by first responders to provide life saving intervention to family pets that are caught in a fire or other emergency situations; to provide a safe place for homeless dogs that were neglected or abused; and by connecting the right dog with a veteran in need of companionship, these K9(s) would serve a purpose beyond what anyone imagined

Finding Fido Animal Rescue

Finding Fido Animal Rescue Facebook page

A humane rescue organization dedicated to reducing euthanasia by finding loving and permanent homes for the wonderful dogs and cats, especially the senior or special needs pets

Foothills Animal Rescue www foothillsanimal org

480-488-9890

A non-profit organization to save lives through the rescue, care and adoption of homeless animals; a thrift store remains the primary source of income and community interaction

Four Peaks Animal Rescue www fourpeaksanimalrescue org

480-471-3520

A non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, training and placement of all species of domestic animals in need of medical care and sanctuary

Freedom Tails Rescue www freedomtailsrescue com

Non-profit dedicated to rescuing animals in need

Friends for Life Animal Rescue www azfriends org

480-497-8296

Dedicated to helping the homeless and stray animals living on the streets and in the deserts We also pursue an aggressive spay/neuter program for our animals and education for the public

Friends of Animal Care & Control

www azfriendsofanimals org

602-882-8627

Reduces euthanasia in Maricopa County by supporting pets & people by providing free and accessible spay & neuter services in our community

Halo Animal Rescue (Helping Animals Live On)

www halorescue org

602-971-9222

No-kill facility that provides a refuge for dogs and cats who might otherwise be destroyed for reasons such as a treatable injury, illness, or those that are too scared or too young to go up for adoption at the time of arrival The thrift store helps to bring in necessary income

Happy Tails Dachshund Rescue, Inc.

www happytailsdr org

209-647-1251

Non-profit foster-based to save as many Dachshunds from suffering and premature death

Helping Orphaned Hounds (H.O.H.)

www helpingorphanedhounds org

602-680-0713

Small all volunteer, no-kill, non-profit organization with two main goals: find loving homes for homeless dogs & puppies and promote spay/neuter thereby reducing the tragic consequences of pet overpopulation

Lost Our Home Pet Rescue www lostourhome org

602-445-7387

Ensure that all pets have loving homes when families face major life challenges and provide compassionate options when Realtors and the community find an abandoned pet

Lost Paws Sterilization, Education, & Rescue www thelostpaws org

623-396-8466

Non-profit organization that focuses on sterilization, education and rescue

Lucky Dog Rescue www luckydogrescue org

480-704-4628

Non-profit all volunteer foster-based organization dedicated to saving the lives of homeless animals from euthanasia, educating the community on responsible pet ownership and dedicated to training and what happens after the dog is in his new home www luvofdogz org

Luv of Dogz Fund, Inc.

Non-profit that provides advocacy and resources for rescued, abandoned, homeless dogs and to the people who rescue and care for them

M.A.I.N. (Medical Animals In Need)

www medicalanimalsinneed com

Volunteer-based, donor-driven organization dedicated to rescuing animals off Maricopa County euthanasia lists with a medical needs

Mayday Pit Bull Rescue & Advocacy www maydaypitbullrescue org

Non-profit volunteer and foster-based organization that focuses on rescuing, rehabilitating and securing placement for Pit Bull and Pit Bull mixes, especially with extreme medical/behavioral and special needs, and to assist dogs from dog fighting, hoarding and other crisis/emergency situations

Mini Mighty Mutts Rescue www minimightymutts com

480-304-5654

Non-profit, all volunteer, foster-based small dog rescue not limited to any breed

Ohana Animal Rescue www ohanaanimalrescue org

480-744-5729

Non-profit, foster home based organization saving euthanasia listed animals from the county shelters

One Dog (Arizona)

One Dog (Arizona) Facebook Page

Non-profit rescue site to help network e-list (euthanasia list) and rescue dogs who need forever homes or dedicated foster homes

Racing Home Greyhound Adoption www racinghome info

602-573-0940

Non-profit foster- and volunteer-based rescue to find homes for retired racing Greyhounds and other homeless Greyhounds

R.E.S.C.U.E. (Reducing Euthanasia at Shelters through Commitment and Underlying Education)

www azrescue org

480-598-9410

Non-profit, volunteer-driven animal rescue with no central facility and the focus is euthanasia-list rescues of cats and dogs from the county shelters

Rescue A Golden of Arizona (RAG of AZ) www golden-retriever org

602-404-9663

Non-profit, shelterless, all volunteer organization dedicated to the rescue evaluation and placement of Golden Retrievers who lost their homes through no fault of their own

Rescue Pals

Rescuepals85268@gmail com

A non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming dogs mostly found in Fountain Hills

Rockstar Rescue www rockstarrescueaz org

858-876-2558

Our mission is to help the hard-to-adopt cases, dogs that have suffered psychological traumas either from hoarding, fighting or abandonment situations and prepare them to become loving, household pets despite what they’ve endured

Rotten Rottie Rescue www rottenrottie com

480-567-4328

Non-rofit, no-kill, foster-based animal rescue to help, rescue, and rehome Rottweilers in safe adoptive and foster homes

Sahuaro Dachshund Rescue www sahuarodachshundrescue com

520-818-1323

Non-profit rescue that helps homeless Dachshunds find new homes www saintrescue org/arizona

Saint Bernard Rescue Foundation, Inc.

Non-profit for rescue of Saint Bernards

Saving Paws Rescue www savingpawsrescueaz com

480-737-6089

Non-profit, all-volunteer organization dedicated to providing veterinary care, evaluation and adoptive homes for German Shepherd Dogs, Belgian Malinois and others who are left in pounds to await uncertain fate

Southwest Collie Rescue www nmcollierescue com

480-507-7996

Non-profit, volunteer, foster-based organization to rescue every purebred Collie in the area needing help, no matter how old or how sick

Southwest German Shepherd Rescue www swgermanshepherdrescue com

602-866-2880

10am-8pm preferably weekdays

Non-profit volunteer based organization committed to the rescue, rehab and rehoming of German Shepherds

Underdog Rescue of Arizona www underdogaz com

480-553-9311

Non-profit, foster-based dog rescue that is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming shelter dogs rescued from the euthanasia list and abandoned dogs in need

Urban Rescues www urbanrescues com

Urban Rescues Facebook Page

Rescuing dogs scheduled for euthanasia in Maricopa County animal shelters

Valley of the Sun Dog Rescue www valleyofthesundogrescue com

480-228-0126

Non-profit, no-kill, family run animal shelter with help from volunteers and fosters that specializes in American Pit Bulls and American Staffordshire Terriers but accepts all breeds into the rescue We strive to increase public awareness about the gentler, humane side of a Bully breed www westieandfriendsazrescue org

Westie & Friends AZ Rescue, Inc.

480-664-7699

Non-profit that rescues, rehabilitates and finds homes for abandoned and surrendered West Highland Terriers and their friends, educates about spaying and neutering, and stresses the need for high quality food and the importance of dental hygiene to extend their pet s life

White Gsd Rescue

White Gsd Rescue Facebook Page Works with Southwest German Shepherd Rescue

Yorkie Luv Rescue www yorkieluvrescue com

Non-profit volunteer and foster-based rescue to rescue, rehab and rehome any Yorkie cross with Yorkshire Terrier that finds itself homeless and work with communities in order to stress the importance of adopting a Yorkie in the hope of one day eliminating all puppy mills

Supporting Organizations

Empty Bowl Pet Food Pantry www emptybowlpetfoodpantry org

602-909-7153

A pet food pantry and disaster services organization distributing free pet food through partner agencies and giving pet items to Veterans, homeless, disaster victims and others

Friends of Arizona’s Shelter Animals

Friends of Arizona’s Shelter Animals Facebook Page Volunteers who take photos of and get information about animals on the euthanasia list in local shelters, volunteer time to network the animals scheduled to be euthanized and make their photos/information available to the public and rescue groups in order to find alternative outlets for them

Pet Social Worker/Tails of Hope www petsocialworker org

480-452-7997

Free online database of stray, rescued, lost and found pets in the Maricopa area In addition, the site offers tips, instructions and links to the local Pinal County Animal Care and Control forms needed to report a lost or found pet

Phoenix Animal Care Coalition (PACC911) www pacc911 org

602-992-4779

Non-profit organization that works to bring together the Maricopa County animal welfare community in an interactive manner by providing opportunities for all to work together for the greater benefit of animals Rescued Treasure’s Charity Boutique, and Chuck Waggin’ Pet Food Pantry are divisions of PACC911