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Animal Shelters & Rescues in Cleveland, OH

9 of the 39 dog parks, shelters, trainers and boarding kennels we list in Cleveland 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. Neighborhood Pets Outreach and Resource Center

    3711 E 65th St, Cleveland, OH 44105

    Tue-Sat 9:30am-5pm

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  2. Pet Palace

    4650 Richmond Rd, Cleveland, OH 44128-5918

    Mon-Sat 7am-7pm, Sun 9am-7pm

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  3. Parma Animal Shelter

    6260 State Rd, Cleveland, OH 44134-4135

    Mon-Fri 5pm-7pm, Sat-Sun 10am-12pm

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  4. Lakewood Animal Shelter

    1299 Metro Park Dr, Cleveland, OH 44107-2800

    M-F, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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  5. Cleveland Animal Protective League

    1729 Willey Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113-4302

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  6. Secondhand Mutts

    2603 Scranton Rd, Cleveland, OH 44113-4362

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  7. Cleveland Animal Care & Control

    2690 W 7th St, Cleveland, OH 44113

    Mon 10am-3pm, Tue 10am-6pm, Wed 10am-3pm, Thu 10am-6pm, Fri-Sun 10am-3pm

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  8. Cleveland Animal Care & Control

    9203 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102-1845

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  9. ROAR Animal Rescue

    5405 Storer Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102-5733

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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.