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Helping every pet find a home, and every home find a pet
Pet Shelters is a free, nationwide directory connecting people with animal shelters and rescue organizations, so finding a pet to adopt is simple.
50
states covered
Free
to search, always
1000s
of shelters & rescues
Our mission
Millions of animals pass through shelters each year. We built the most detailed pet shelter directory in the U.S. so it's easy to find shelters and rescue organizations near you and reach out to them directly.
Pet Shelters also takes part in pet care, grooming, and nutrition awareness through our guides for adopters. By making it easy to find and compare shelters near you, we want to make pet adoption the obvious first choice — it costs less, saves a life, and opens space for the next animal in need.
How it works
1
Search your area
Enter your city or ZIP to see shelters and rescues near you.
2
Compare shelters
Browse profiles, services, and contact details before you visit.
3
Adopt with confidence
Reach out directly and bring home a pet that's ready for you.