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Every animal deserves a loving home

We rescue, care for and find homes for dogs, cats and rabbits in our community. Meet the animals waiting for a family like yours.

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Three ways to save a life

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Adopt

Bring home a new best friend. Every adoption opens a spot for another animal in need.

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Meet our adoptable animals

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Echo, batEchoBig Brown Bat · 3 years, 0 months · UnknownPip, budgiePipBudgerigar · 0 years, 0 months · UnknownWilla, catWillaDomestic Shorthair · 0 years, 6 months · FemaleWaffles, catWafflesDomestic Short Hair · 1 years, 0 months · MalePumpkin, catPumpkinDomestic Medium Hair · 0 years, 2 months · FemaleSuki, catSukiDomestic Short Hair · 3 years, 6 months · FemaleBasil, catBasilDomestic Short Hair · 0 years, 3 months · MaleTofu, catTofuDomestic Medium Hair · 4 years, 9 months · Male
A tabby cat and a black and white puppy lying in the grass

A second chance starts here

We are a nonprofit animal rescue. Our staff, volunteers and foster families believe every animal matters.

We take in pets who are lost, surrendered or in danger. Each one gets medical care, good food and lots of love. When they are ready, we match them with families who will love them for life.

Our story

Our impact this year

Animals rescued
1,200+
Adoptions
950
Foster homes
180
Volunteer hours
40,000

Happy tails

Our alumni are thriving in their new homes.

A black terrier mix relaxing on a blue sofa
Shadow

Shadow was shy at first. Now he follows us from room to room and snores on the couch every night. We can't imagine life without him.

The Patel family

A tabby cat resting in a basket by a sunny window
Mochi

Mochi claimed the sunniest window on day one. She greets us at the door every evening and purrs like a little motor.

Jenna and Marcus

A corgi and a tabby cat napping together
Biscuit and Pepper

We came for one and went home with two. Biscuit and Pepper are best friends and nap in a pile every afternoon.

Sam R.

Upcoming events

A group of happy dogs in a fenced play yard

Every Saturday · 11 AM – 3 PM

Adoption Saturday

At the shelter

Meet dozens of adoptable dogs, cats and rabbits. Adoption counselors are here to answer your questions, and same-day adoptions are welcome.

See adoptable animals
Two dogs playing together on a grassy field

First Sunday of every month · 9 AM – 10:30 AM

Pack Walk in the Park

Riverside Park, main entrance

Walk an adoptable dog with our volunteers. It's great exercise for you and a great day out for them. All ages are welcome with an adult.

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