very day across the USA, thousands of healthy animals are euthanized because nobody cares enough about them to offer them a home. There are so many sad animals out there just longing for a loving caress, and for someone to look out for their welfare. The private and publicly-funded agencies charged wth handling all the unwanted animals have few other options because they are so overextended. Their budgets are fragile, while the growing number of abandoned pets they receive increases.

Thankfully, many compassionate individuals and rescue organizations are stepping in to help save these desparate animals. Some provide foster care in the private homes of volunteers until adoptions can be arranged. Won't you please help? If you are looking for a new pet, please consider adopting from a local rescue shelter instead of purchasing your pet from a store or breeder. You can also help by volunteering or with donations. Organized by region, below are links to various agencies and organizations that can help you locate an adoption shelter or humane society near you.

Shelters - USA

Northeast States

Southeast States

Central States

Western States

Shelters - Other Countries

Canada

Please let us know of any worthy organizations you would like us to add, or if you discover any links that are no longer working. Thank you.