All Animal Care in United States

Frisky’s is a non-profit Wildlife Rehabilitation center located in Howard County, MD. We are a rescue center and home to primates and other small exotics who have been kept as pets and are no longer able to live with their owners. We are an Adoption Center for Domestic pets (mostly birds, rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs — NO dogs and cats) that have been given up on for one reason or another by their owners.

The Mission of the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center to educate the public through tours and programs about the importance of Wolves, Coyotes, and Foxes to our eco-system, educate the public about the importance of Preservation and Conservation of the forests, land, and water that supports wildlife, flora, and fauna for future generations to enjoy, and provide natural habitats and exceptional lives for the animals entrusted to our care since they cannot live in the wild. The Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center is one of very few sanctuaries in the United States which has been certified by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). With this title we are able to go beyond education and into application. CWWC actively participates in the Species Survival Program by providing a home to Mexican Grey Wolves and Swift Foxes. We also practice conservation in the sanctuary’s daily life by using environmentally friendly ink, biodegradable trash bags, participating in recycling programs, and ‰adopting Twin Rocks Road to keep it trash free.

Villalobos Rescue Center is a rescue, rehabilitation and placement facility for abused and abandoned Pit Bulls. VRC works ceaselessly to give Pit Bulls another chance in life. Each and EVERY dog taken in, gets spayed or neutered, and given any medical treatment necessary. We work patiently to re-acclimatize fearful dogs to the loving care of a human, so that they may eventually be adopted. Villalobos Rescue Center is featured on Animal Planet’s “Pit Bulls & Parolees.”

The Pig Preserve Life on Their Terms High in the Cumberland Mountains of Middle Tennessee, sits a beautiful piece of land… 100-acres of rolling hills with lush pastures; deep woods full of oaks, maples and nut trees; and four spring-fed ponds. If you listen carefully, you will hear the soft, deep, guttural grunts and “oofs” of small groups of pigs as they meander slowly down the holler to the big pond. Here they will spend the warm afternoon swimming and lounging peacefully in the cool mud on the banks… a tranquil scene rarely spoiled by the presence of humans. Welcome to The Pig Preserve. This peaceful sanctuary is home to almost 125 rescued pigs: miniature; feral; and a large number of farms pigs from babies to 1200 pound adults. The Pig Preserve is a very different kind of sanctuary. Here rescued pigs are allowed and encouraged to live their lives as pigs…just as nature intended. Each pig has access to the entire 100 acres. The pigs form their own social groups and each group is provided a large shelter. The shelters are placed in the area where each social group has chosen to live. They have but one responsibility here: to be pigs. The Pig Preserve is operated by Rich and Laura Hoyle, who both have over 25 years of experience in the rescue and care of pigs of all breeds. As sanctuary director and primary animal caregiver, Rich is spending his retirement years making sure each and every animal has the opportunity to thrive and enjoy life to the fullest. Before ‘retiring’ to create his dream for the pigs, Rich was a dedicated US Marine, Vietnam veteran, firefighter, EMT and Fire Chief. He is an unlikely choice to spend the twilight of his life saving and working with abused and abandoned pigs…but his dedication to them is total and complete and his love for these much-maligned animals is an all-consuming passion. His wife, Laura, is a true partner in the sanctuary and pitches in around The Preserve as much as her five-six day a week work schedule permits. This small all-volunteer, mom and pop run sanctuary is a tiny slice of heaven on earth not only for the 125 pigs, but also for the 8 dogs, 17 cats, and the teeming wildlife population. Sanctuary is extended to all living creatures at The Pig Preserve. Advocating a vegan lifestyle, we strive to promote kindness to all through education, outreach, and by sharing stories of the many individual beings that call The Preserve home. The ecology and natural sustainability of the sanctuary’s ecosystem is also extremely important to the Hoyles. Each year they repair the pastures and replant natural grasses. In addition, the sanctuary has undertaken an aggressive tree planting program, including apple and nut trees, which eventually will help sustain the pigs on a natural diet. Our original sanctuary, called Mini-Pigs, Inc. was founded in Culpeper, VA over 20 years ago. At first, the sanctuary only rescued potbellied/miniature pigs. As we began accepting the larger farm pig breeds, we soon realized the nomadic and social nature of these gentle giants and the concept of a preserve began to unfold. In April of 2006, the Hoyles dissolved 17 acre Mini-Pigs, Inc., relocated to 100 beautiful acres in Tennessee, and The Pig Preserve began. Many of the animals arriving at the sanctuary come to us with histories of terrible abuses at the hands of humans. But, within a short time, virtually every animal here has learned to trust the caretakers and has responded positively to the life style and environment that The Pig Preserve offers. Our animals are healthy, safe, happy and extremely content. Many go on to live long and happy lives…lives far exceeding what is considered normal for a pig. This tells us that The Pig Preserve is doing something right and good. We are hopeful that more farmed animal sanctuaries will adopt our preserve model in the future. Donations and sponsors are greatly appreciated and the only way we can take in new pigs. Please consider supporting all we do here for these happy and healthy gentle giants.  

Sarvey Wildlife Care Center has been rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing wildlife in Arlington, WA for over 30 years. We take in approximately 3,000 patients each year. Volunteers are always needed and make it possible for us to do this unique and important work.

SCWC is housed in an old Gaithersburg farmhouse surrounded by fields, woods, a marsh and a stream. Several spacious flight cages, small mammal enclosures and waterfowl pens are located on the adjacent lawns. Many recently released animals share the grounds with the permanent wild residents before moving on to establish their own niches in the surrounding fields and woods. Others are released at special sites such as nature centers and animal sanctuaries that are protected for wildlife. Each year, concerned citizens bring in thousands of native wildlife for medical treatment, attentive care and release. Founded by Christine Montuori, a licensed wildlife rehabilitator since 1986, who trained as a volunteer at a wildlife center in Bowie and obtained her State and Federal wildlife rehabilitation permits in 1986 and 1988, respectively. Working out of her home, she cared for as many as 1,200 animals per year and incorporated as Second Chance Wildlife Center in 1995. In June of 1996, she moved the operation to its present location in Gaithersburg. The facility, owned by the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, now treats an average 3,500 animals annually. SCWC rehabilitates orphaned, injured and ill songbirds, raptors, waterfowl, squirrels, groundhogs, chipmunks, bats, rabbits, turtles, and a host of other native species. Our volunteer staff veterinarian performs surgical procedures on site as needed. We thoroughly test the animals before they are released, to ensure that they have sufficient skills to survive in the wild. As a relatively new science, wildlife rehabilitation is a growing field. Innovations and advancements in care and treatment are constantly being made, and the staff and volunteers of SCWC keep abreast of these developments through networking with other rehabilitators; membership in state, national and international wildlife rehabilitation organizations; and attending conferences and training seminars. SCWC accepts admissions from 9:00AM to 5:00PM every day of the year. Staff, interns and volunteers work 10 to 14 hours per day caring for patients during the busy spring and summer months. SCWC was accredited by the International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council in 1997 and was awarded the Governor’s Citation in October 1998. SCWC is a 501(c) non-profit organization and relies on public donations to continue its work. The average cost to rehabilitate a single wild animal is $75.00. Take some time to explore our web site to learn about what we do and how you can help us make a difference. Note: SCWC does not deal with domestic animals; for example feral/stray cats, domestic ducks, or “egg hatching projects”. Please call the Humane Society for issues concerning domestic animals.

BMASER is a 501 (c)(3) farm animal rescue welcoming horses, cows, pigs, goats, and other unwanted farm animals. This environmentally-friendly farmstead will fill the current void in farm animal rescue services/sanctuary in Howard County, Maryland. Visitors to the Sanctuary and Eco-Retreat will be provided education about the proper treatment of animals, as well as environmentally-friendly farm practices, with the overarching goal of inspiring change in the way society interacts with farm animals and the environment.

The World’s Largest Carnivore Sanctuary – With More Than 400 Rescued Lions, Tigers, Bears, Wolves And Other Large Carnivores Living And Roaming Freely On 720 Acres. Saving one animal may not change the world…But surely, for that one animal…The world will change forever!

Bahya Sanctuary is Abu Dhabi’s first Sanctuary. Every 2nd Saturday of the month we open our gates to all animal lovers, including families with children all ages to spend time with our animals and to learn more about animal welfare. For our next Open Day please check our ‘events’. We do not accept visitors outside open days. We are trying to educate adults and children in order to improve the animal welfare situation in the United Arab Emirates. We also offer humane education and invite schools to visit our Sanctuary. Our sanctuary animals include dogs, cats, ponies, donkeys, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, bunnies, a meerkat and a fox. In order to support us, so we can continue helping the animals we are looking for long-term volunteers, food donations and donations towards our vet bills. (Australian Vet- Bahya Sanctuary) Bahya Sanctuary is a private farm, please do not show up without an appointment. Please also leave your own pets at home. Our location can be found on google map: Bahya Sanctuary.

Colorado Animal Rescue (C.A.R.E.) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit animal shelter serving Colorado’s Garfield County. Our mission is to provide safety and care for homeless and abandoned animals and education for the pet-owning public. We make every effort to place animals in loving homes, to encourage population control and to promote responsible pet ownership. Colorado Animal Rescue places hundreds of homeless animals into loving homes each year. Our adoption process carefully matches companion pets to the best possible home. We strive for 100% placement of adoptable animals with a knowledgeable staff to assist you with your new pet.

Welcome to Rude Ranch Animal Rescue, a no kill and cageless animal sanctuary serving the Baltimore, Annapolis, and Washington DC areas. This sanctuary was created and exists to aid, rehabilitate and rehome abused and abandoned animals that would otherwise be euthanized. Rude Ranch Animal Rescue, Inc. is a Maryland Registered, 501(c)3 not for profit charity. Originally started in 1997, the property that currently houses the sanctuary was purchased in 1999. The house itself was built in 1995, and originally was used as a Hari Krishna temple. The design of the original house was augmented to facilitate the needs of the shelter. The main floor houses the administrative, storage and conference areas, while the lower floor is open to the public. There are three rooms for special needs cats on the upper floor. Adoptions Although the animals we rescue will have the best of care at the shelter, it is always our goal to find a special home for each pet. Therefore, if we deny an adoption application for a particular animal, please understand it is because we want the absolute best match of personality, temperament, and home environment for both the adoptive family and the pet.

The Humane Society of Boulder Valley provides shelter and care to more than 7,000 animals each year, with 92 percent of these animals being successfully adopted or reunited with their guardians. Our success rates are enhanced by our behavior modification program, which helps shelter dogs and cats overcome behavior problems, and our shelter medicine program, providing quality and compassionate medical services to shelter animals. Our successful adoption programs allow us the ability to open our doors to thousands of animals due to overcrowding or lack of resources in other shelters throughout our region. The transfer program also enables us to offer a greater variety of animals to our adoption clients. Every year we partner with over 55 other animal welfare agencies to provide more care and services for homeless pets. Along with our shelter, foster program and adoption services, the Humane Society of Boulder Valley operates a full-service veterinary clinic, the Sonnyside Retail Store and a Thrift and Gift Shop. Our reward-based, positive reinforcement training and behavioral courses touch the lives of more than 5,000 clients each year. All of these services are open to the public. The Humane Society of Boulder Valley is a private, nonprofit organization that relies on donations from our generous supporters. We are not operated or funded by any national humane groups or governmental agencies and must rely on contributions to bring our services to the community.

The Dumb Friends League has one of the highest placement rates of homeless pets in the country among shelters of our size. In the last year alone, 17,656 pets and 88 equines were adopted, reunited or transferred to placement partners or impounding agencies. Our goal, by 2018 or sooner, is to reach a 90 percent or greater placement rate for all cats and dogs that come to us for rehoming. We are already way ahead of schedule. Every day, we strive to increase the number of pets saved through our “humane equation.” The Dumb Friends League has no set time limit for how long a pet can remain in our care. We use veterinary services, behavior programs, foster programs, special-needs adoption programs and placement partners to give as many pets as possible a second chance at a happy life in a new home. The Dumb Friends League is a no-suffering organization. They strive to relieve animal suffering, always keeping in mind the needs of the animal first. In some cases, this may lead to euthanasia, and may be at the request of pet owners who do not have or cannot afford veterinary care. At no time do we take the ending of a pet’s life lightly. Our staff devotes itself, just as a loving owner or veterinarian would, to treating each pet as a unique living being that deserves respect, care and love. We do not euthanize healthy animals. The Dumb Friends League is a preventative organization. They know, that to reduce the number of homeless pets entering our doors, we must focus on preventative measures. In our shelters, we microchip and spay/neuter the pets in our care. In the community, we offer subsidized spay/neuter services to underserved areas through the metro area, teach compassion and understanding of animals through our humane education programs, and work in conjunction with law enforcement to stop abuse and educate pet owners on responsible pet ownership. To better reach and impact our community, the Dumb Friends League is a proud partner of the Metro Denver Shelter Alliance (MDSA), a coalition of 25 public and private shelters, rescue groups and other animal-service providers committed to saving pets and fostering responsible pet ownership and regular veterinary care. By coming together as an alliance, we are able to place as many shelter and rescue animals as possible into loving homes within the far-reaching areas we serve.

The animals at Peaceful Prairie Sanctuary come in all different sizes and shapes but they all share the same need. The need for a safe loving home and caretakers who respect the lives of each individual animal. Whether a domestic duck or goose has been dumped on a pond, or a potbelly pig has become “inconvenient,” Peaceful Prairie Sanctuary provides lifelong care for these castoffs. They join the many rescued farm animals who had been exploited and used in agribusiness.