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Animal Shelters & Rescues in Miami, FL

13 of the 115 dog parks, shelters, trainers and boarding kennels we list in Miami are shelter and rescue services.

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.

  1. Pelican Harbor Seabird Station

    1279 NE 79th Street Cswy, Miami, FL 33138-4206

    Mo-Su 09:00-17:00

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  2. Canine Country Club

    6201 SW 118th Ave, Miami, FL 33183-1731

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  3. Aguacate Sanctuary and Rescue

    12100 SW 43rd St, Miami, FL 33175-4208

    Monday - Sunday 9am - 7pm

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  4. Paws4you Rescue

    8717 SW 134th St, Miami, FL 33176-5930

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  5. Big Hearts For Big Dogs Rescue

    12051 SW 131st Ave, Miami, FL 33186-6417

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  6. Paw Patrol Animal Rescue & Sanctuary

    Miami, FL

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  7. Paw Rescue Daily

    2612 S Bayshore Dr, Miami, FL 33133

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  8. HeroWildTales

    9344 NW 13th St, Miami, FL 33172-2823

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  9. Everglades Exotics

    16650 SW 209th Ave, Miami, FL 33187

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  10. Expert Wildlife Trappers Miami Llc

    11720 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33161-6106

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  11. King Of Cobra

    200 SE 15th Rd, Miami, FL 33129-1121

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  12. Indiana Jones

    9564 SW 137th Ave, Miami, FL 33186-2201

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  13. gorilla.garden

    1710 SW 27th Ave, Miami, FL 33145-2451

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Check visitor policies early. Municipal facilities usually allow walk-in visits during public hours, but private rescues often require an approved application before scheduling a meet-and-greet.

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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.