Adoption - Pets

Arizona Humane Society – Nina Mason Pulliam Campus for Compassions

A History of Compassion

Since 1957, the Arizona Humane Society has fostered the belief that every pet deserves a good life. What once began as a small shelter established by a compassionate group of volunteers has since grown to become the state’s largest animal welfare and protection agency, as well as the state’s designated responder for animals in distress during natural disasters.

Over the years, we’d started various programs to save the lives of Arizona’s most vulnerable pets. But in 2013, we knew we had to push harder to create the pet-friendly future we wanted to see. In the face of a pet overpopulation crisis, we began lifesaving programs like our Parvo ICU, Maternity Suites, and Bottle Baby ICU & Kitten Nursery to care for animals who are often euthanized in other shelters.

As a result, we’ve decreased euthanization by 83%—that’s 130,000 additional lives saved. We’re working hard to transform the very notion of animal welfare in Arizona, and we’re proud to say that many of these first-of-their-kind programs, services, education and communication techniques that have been emulated by organizations all over the world.

Great Dog Breeds for Grownups: A Guide to Choosing a Pup to Match Your Personality Whether you’re a homebody or traveling in retirement, there’s a good canine companion for you

"Dogs are cute, cuddly and good for your physical and mental health. They bring companionship, boost your daily step count and time outside, and can get you interacting with other dog lovers, says Lorraine Rhoads, director of health and safety at Dogtopia, a provider of dog day care, boarding and grooming services throughout North America.

For the 11.1 percent of adults 65 and older living alone, or for those who just would like a fur baby to have around, getting a dog may be a good idea. But there are many lifestyle factors to consider before jumping into dog ownership with both feet (and all paws)."

Check out this informative AARP article on how to select just the right dog for your lifestyle!

Pinal County Animal Control

Pinal County Animal Care and Control is open seven days a week for walk-in adoptions.

Citizens are welcome to tour our kennels and see adoptable animals in person.

ADOPTIONS ARE ON FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVE BASIS

Availability of pets is constantly changing and the shelter does not have the capability to place holds on pets. Please contact us for any questions.

PETS FOR VETS

In recognition and appreciation of U.S. veterans’ service to our country, Pinal County Animal Control and Care (PCACC)’s Pets for Vets program waives adoption fees for pets over 1 year of age.

Adopters participating in the Pets for Vets program will be responsible for paying the $15 license fee for adopted dogs (no fee for cats). Veterans wishing to participate in the program are asked to provide verification of veteran, reservist or active-duty status. The following documentation is accepted: Military ID, DD214 Military Discharge Certificate, Honorable Discharge Certificate, Letter from the U.S. Military Center in St. Louis or Letter from the Maryland Veterans Administration Service Program. Start your application online.

NOT FINDING THE RIGHT PET?

Try looking on Home to Home. Home to Home is a direct-to-adopter tool for pet guardians looking to re-home their animal. Take a moment to fill out the Pinal Pet Request to receive email notifications when potential animals of your interest come into the shelter.

RIGHTS OF ANIMAL CARE & CONTROL TO REFUSE ADOPTION

The Staff at Animal Care and Control hope that every adoption is successful. That is why we follow the procedures we do. We take it very seriously and ask for your patience while we go through the process together. If, for any reason, our staff does not believe that a successful adoption can take place, Animal Care and Control reserves the right to deny the adoption.

AARP - The Big, Surprising Benefit of Adopting a Dog

Rescuing an animal creates a ripple and helps in unexpected ways -

This AARP article by Katherine Carver was published in September 2024.

"My first rescue dog changed my life. Thirteen years ago, our family adopted Biscuit, a Shetland Sheepdog, and he opened my heart in a way unlike any other person or animal. Please don’t tell my husband!

My adoption experience made me aware of the dog overpopulation crisis in America and set me on a path to learn more about what happens to these abandoned creatures. Last year, 3.2 million dogs entered shelters and rescue organizations. Around 2.2 million of them found homes, but that, sadly, meant a million did not."

Check it out at the following link.

PetSmart

Services:

• Grooming Salon
• Training Classes
• Petshotel
• Doggie Day Camp
• Adoption
• Veterinary Care
• Curbside Pickup

Petco

Pet food, pet supplies, grooming, training, veterinarian services, a pharmacy, a Vetco vaccination clinic, adoption services and Rover pet services.

Arizona Animal Welfare League

Our Vision:

A no-kill Arizona that provides compassionate care for animals and the people who love them.

The Arizona Animal Welfare League is the largest and oldest no-kill shelter in Arizona. A “no-kill” shelter is an animal shelter that does not kill healthy or treatable animals even when the shelter is full, reserving euthanasia for terminally ill animals or those considered dangerous to public safety.

AAWL is a registered 501c3 non-profit organization, tax ID 23-7149453. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law.

AAWL rescues, rehabilitates, and re-homes more than 4,000 dogs and cats that are abandoned or that have been surrendered by their owners. We do this primarily by rescuing them from other shelters in Maricopa County where they are likely to be euthanized due to the lack of time and resources to care for them. At any one time, our shelter will hold 140 cats and 190 dogs. We also have a foster parent network of approximately 90 families who provide care and shelter in their homes for puppies and kittens that are too young to be adopted, and those animals that are recovering from medical procedures or that need socialization before adoption.

All pets offered for adoption have been spayed or neutered; micro-chipped and are current on all vaccinations. Any medical treatments needed, including surgeries, are provided by our medical team and all animals are evaluated by our behavior department. Learn more about our Phoenix veterinary services and animal clinic.

AAWL not only adopts companion animals into loving homes, but we also hold a leadership position in the community in education and animal welfare issues. Check out our extensive dog and obedience training classes.