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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Tucson Wildlife Center Inc
13275 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85748
Daily 8am–5pm
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Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter & Sanctuary
5278 E 21st St, Tucson, AZ 85711
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PAWSitively CATS
1145 N Woodland Ave, Tucson, AZ 85712
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Pima Paws For Life
2555 W Zinnia Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705
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Paradise Parrot Rescue
5300 N Placita Del Pensador, Tucson, AZ 85745
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The Humane Society of Southern Arizona
635 W Roger Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705-2618
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Balboa's Bed & Biscuit
8640 E Tanque Verde Rd, Tucson, AZ 85749
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Heart of Tucson Happy Equine Acres Rescue and Therapy
120 S Houghton Rd, Tucson, AZ 85748-2155
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Hoofsnhorns Farm Sanctuary
9740 W Lariat Dr, Tucson, AZ 85743
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Hope Animal Shelter and Sanctuary
8950 N Joplin Ln, Tucson, AZ 85742
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Old Souls Animal Rescue and Retirement Home
12260 W Ranchettes Dr, Tucson, AZ 85743
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Southern Arizona Reptile Rescue and Education
4515 E Grant Rd, Tucson, AZ 85712
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Pima Animal Care Center
4000 N Silverbell Rd, Tucson, AZ 85745
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Southwest Oasis Labrador Rescue
7739 E Broadway Blvd PMB 212, Tucson, AZ 85710-3941
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Pathways For Paws
2035 E 17th St, Tucson, AZ 85719-6947
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Lifeline Oro Valley Animal Rescue
11985 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85737-7835
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Hope Animal Shelter
2011 E 12th St, Tucson, AZ 85719-6345
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Stann Creek Humane Society
1401 W Sage St, Tucson, AZ 85704-2240
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Snakes 'n Critters Animal Sanctuary
10675 S Brandywine Ln, Tucson, AZ 85736-1498
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Wee Care Animal Shelter Tucson
3340 N El Moraga Dr, Tucson, AZ 85745-9464
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Tess Ranch Horse Rescue
3294 W Canyon Ln, Tucson, AZ 85745-9697
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Center For Biological Di
Tucson, AZ 85702
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Casa De Los Gatos
3255 N Flanwill Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85716-1353
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Pro Wildlife Removal Tucson
3600 S Palo Verde Rd # 117, Tucson, AZ 85713-5457
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Risa's Rescue
10 E 31st St, Tucson, AZ 85713-3555
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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.