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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Foothills Animal Rescue Resale Boutique
23030 N Pima Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Mon-Sat 10am-5pm
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Desert Tails Shelter
Use driveway located between the canal and rage cycles To locate our building, 6423 E Thomas Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Sat 9am–1pm
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Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center
27026 N 156th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85262
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Arizona Exotic Bird Rescue
2724 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85257-1349
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Foothills Animal Rescue
10197 E Bell Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
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Safe Haven for Animals
7551 E 1st St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
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Tranquility Trail Animal Sanctuary
7848 E Redfield Rd Ste 7, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
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Tranquility Trail Animal Sanctuary
7741 E Gray Rd #2, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
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Great Spirit Animal Sanctuary, Inc.
4848 E Cactus Rd # 505817, Scottsdale, AZ 85254-4163
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Furrytail Bunny Rescue
34219 N 140th Pl, Scottsdale, AZ 85262
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Fedwell Farm Rescue
28150 N Alma School Pkwy #103, Scottsdale, AZ 85262
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Forever Loved Pet Sanctuary
P.O. Box 12142, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
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Paw Placement
10030 N 90th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
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Kneading Kitty's Rescue
16257 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254-1522
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Zippy Animals
7575 E Redfield Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260-2997
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Quail Cottontail and Wild Rabbit Rescue
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY PLEASE, 29307 N 154th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85262
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Furrytail Life Rabbit Rescue and Sanctuary
Scottsdale, AZ
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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.