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Animal Shelters & Rescues in Buffalo, NY

8 of the 33 dog parks, shelters, trainers and boarding kennels we list in Buffalo 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. Ten Lives Club

    3741 Lake Shore Rd, Buffalo, NY 14219-2305

    Mon-Tue 11am-6pm, Thu 11am-6pm, Fri 11am-5pm, Sat 11am-4pm

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  2. A Purr-fect Fit Animal Rescue and Adoption Center

    2231 Wehrle Dr, Buffalo, NY 14221-7036

    Mon-Fri 12pm-6pm, Sat 12pm-4pm

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  3. Tabby Town Cat Adoption Center

    3701 McKinley Pkwy, Buffalo, NY 14219-2683

    12pm–4pm daily

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  4. Buffalo Animal Shelter

    380 Oak St, Buffalo, NY 14203

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  5. Spca

    160 Walden Galleria, Buffalo, NY 14225

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  6. Pets Alive Wny

    3380 Sheridan Dr, Buffalo, NY 14226-1439

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  7. Petsofinstagram

    Buffalo Pal, 65 Niagara Sq, Buffalo, NY 14202-3370

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  8. Awesome Paws Rescue

    3527 Harlem Rd Ste 8, Buffalo, NY 14225-1552

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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.