Organizations vary between open-admission municipal facilities and private, foster-based rescues that do not operate a public viewing kennel. Choosing where to adopt depends on whether you want to walk through on-site kennels or submit an application online before meeting dogs in private homes. Adoption fees, home visit requirements, and hold periods for stray animals differ significantly across locations.
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Arizona Animal Welfare League
25 N 40th St, Phoenix, AZ 85034-1701
Tue-Fri 11:30am-6pm, Sat 10:30am-6pm, Sun 11:30am-6pm
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Freed Spirits Animal Rescue
1002 E Maddock Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85086
Mon-Tue 8am-11am, Thu-Sun 8am-11am
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Lost Our Home Pet Foundation
10654 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85028, Phoenix, AZ 85028
Tue-Fri 10am-5:30pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm
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Arizona Humane Society Sunnyslope Campus
9226 N 13th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021
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Heidi's Village
600 N 40th St, Phoenix, AZ 85008
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Home Fur Good
10220 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85028
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Maricopa County Animal Care & Control
2500 S 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009-6803
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Phoenix Dogs 24/7
10640 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85028-3202
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AAWL Community Vet Clinic
30 N 40th Pl, Phoenix, AZ 85034
Mon 10am-9pm, Tue-Fri 11:30am-6pm, Sat 10:30am-6pm, Sun 11:30am-6pm
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Cactus Cats Rescue
5011 E Ray Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85044-6407
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Animals Benefit Club of Az
3111 E St John Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032
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Puppy Luv Animal Rescue
1606 E Bell Rd. Phx Rescue Center 34018 N 2nd Ave. Phx. Business Office 2440 E Cloud Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85022
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Arizona Covey Quail Rescue
11635 N 36th St, Phoenix, AZ 85028, Phoenix, AZ 85028
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Desert Star Horse Rescue
2321 E Carlise Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85086
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HALO Animal Rescue
2500 S 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009
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HARTT - Humane Animal Rescue and Trapping Team
9235 N 13th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021-3021
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Heeling Heelers Hearts Dog Rescue
17421 N 19th Pl, Phoenix, AZ 85022
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Kai's Place - A Kitty Rescue and Sanctuary
49 W Mountain Sage Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85045-0423
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Valleywide Parrot Rescue
803 E Glendale Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85020
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Caring for canines
4103 E Fanfol Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85028
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Arizona Humane Society
5501 E Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ 85008-3409
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Halo Animal Rescue
3227 E Bell Rd Ste D151, Phoenix, AZ 85032-2723
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Arizona Small Dog Rescue
1102 W Hatcher Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85021-3045
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Almost There: A Mom + Pups Rescue
2611 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016-6740
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Animal Guardian Network
35822 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ 85086-7410
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AZ Mastiff Rescue
Phoenix, AZ
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Living The Dream Rescue
17035 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85023-6594
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Stealing Hearts Rescue
2211 W Shangri la Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85029-4813
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A Tropical Concept Exotic Bird Rescue
4140 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85041
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Us Fish & Wildlife Services
9828 N 31st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051-2517
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Good to know
What is the difference between an animal shelter and a rescue organization?
Shelters typically operate a physical facility that houses stray or surrendered animals directly on site. Rescue organizations are often run by volunteers using network foster homes, meaning animals live in private residences until adoption.
How much does it typically cost to adopt a dog?
Adoption fees typically range from $50 to $350 depending on the organization and the age of the dog. Puppies usually carry higher fees, while standard fees generally include spay or neuter surgery, initial vaccinations, and a microchip.
Can I bring my current dog to meet a potential rescue dog?
Most organizations require or strongly encourage a controlled meet-and-greet between your existing dog and the rescue dog before finalizing an adoption. Staff or foster parents usually facilitate this interaction on neutral ground at the facility or a local park.