A few local Rescue Groups
1. CABRA
The Coalition of All Breed Rescue of Arizona (CABRA) is a non-profit corporation organized for charitable purposes as defined under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code. Its member rescues are dedicated to rescuing and finding good homes for purebred (and mixed breed) dogs. It is CABRA’s hope that more unwanted dogs will find loving, lifetime homes through the efforts and activities of its members.
hotline 480-874-2511
2. Halo
HALO is an acronym that stands for Helping Animals Live On. It is a succinct, four-word definition of what we are here for. It is the reason each and every employee and volunteer puts two feet on the ground. It is a passion that goes beyond just loving dogs and cats. It is a driving force in our lives; to make this community, this world, a safe place for homeless pets. (602) 971-9222
3. The Arizona Animal Welfare League & SPCA (AAWL & SPCA)
AAWL is the largest and oldest no-kill shelter in Arizona. We are a no-kill shelter in that we do not euthanize animals except for the rare occasions when it is in the best interest of the animal to do so, usually from untreatable medical conditions.
To meet one of the animals in foster care, contact the Foster Care Department by calling 602-273-6852 Ext. 113 or E-mail to set up an appointment. If provided in the animal’s description, you may directly E-mail the foster care volunteer.
4. AZ Human Society
Improving the Lives of Animals Since 1957. Promoting dog and cat rescue and animal adoption in the Phoenix/Maricopa county area.
1521 West Dobbins Road, Phoenix, AZ
(602) 997-7586
5. Friends For Life
Shelter Location(s):
We are located at 143 W. Vaughn Avenue in downtown Gilbert (85233). Vaughn Avenue is located between Elliot Road and Guadalupe Road. Look for Oregano’s Restaurant on Gilbert Road. The street on the north side of the restaurant is Vaughn Avenue, and we are west of Gilbert Road at the end of the same street. Come and check us out!
Shelter Hours – for both dog and cat adoptions:
Sunday: Closed
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10AM-2PM
Wednesday: 3PM-7PM
Thursday: 3PM-7PM
Friday: 10AM-2PM
Saturday: 10AM-5PM
Cat adoptions ONLY can also be found inside the PetSmart near the northeast corner of Stapley and Baseline Road in Gilbert.
These are just a few of the many pet rescue organizations in AZ. We are in the process of building this page and would really appreciate your feedback. If you know of a good rescue organization in the Phoenix area please use the “Leave a Reply” function below and send us the groups info. We will review all replies and post those that we feel will be helpful to others.
Thank you,
ALTA MESA ANIMAL HOSPITAL




This Little Piggie Small Animal Sanctuary Inc.
Guinea Pig Rescue as well as alternative placement site with the Humane Socity and we work with several other valley rescues.
Submitted by: Dara Price
AZ Chihuahua Rescue
AZ Chihuahua Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, all volunteer organization. Our network consists of experienced rescue people who were previously doing rescue independently and realize the benefits of joining together and combining resources.
We believe there is a home for every dog we foster. Some just take a little longer to find. Most dogs spend at least a short time in foster care so we can evaluate their behaviors in a home setting. We can give potential adopters information on how the dog may interact with cats, children, men, women, other dogs, and so on. These are vital components to a good match. We also try to improve potty training skills if they are not already house trained. Our foster homes provide good nutrition and an understanding lap to prepare our dogs for life in a world where fear and starvation are non-existent.
AZCR
P.O. Box 52713
Mesa, AZ 85208
ph: 480-844-CHIs
(480-844-2447)