Animal Rescue League of Philadelphia

604 Washington Square S. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106

Dogs & Cats

About this shelter

Animal Rescue League of Philadelphia in Philadelphia, PA

The Animal Rescue League of Philadelphia is a rescue organization based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, located in Philadelphia County, where 10 other animal shelters and rescues also operate, roughly one mile northwest of the city center. Known on its site as "America's First. Philadelphia's Forever," the organization emphasizes a long-standing commitment to the city's homeless pets, with programs such as a Community Cat Program and a Philly Pets Program supporting adoption, fostering, and pet owner resources. It works to place cats and dogs into new homes and tracks the number of pets it has helped find homes for each year as part of its ongoing mission.

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Adoption process

Morris Animal Refuge uses a holistic, open adoption policy with no appointments, pre-approvals, or online applications required; adopters have a conversation with staff about their preferences and the animal's needs, and can typically take the animal home the same day (process takes a minimum of 30 minutes).

Service area: Philadelphia
County: Philadelphia County
Animals served: Dogs & Cats

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