District of Columbia Animal Shelters

12 Shelters

    e.g. "Miami FL" or "33168"

    American Horse Protection Association
    1000 29Th Street
    Washington, DC 20007

    Located in District of Columbia

    202-965-0500
    Details
    American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals - ASPCA Washington
    1755 Massachusetts Avenue
    Washington, DC 20036

    Located in District of Columbia

    202-232-5020
    Details
    City Dogs Rescue
    Rescue Organization
    2121 Decatur Place Nw
    Washington, DC 20008

    Located in District of Columbia

    202-567-7364
    Details
    Doris Day Animal Foundation
    227 Massachusetts Avenue
    Washington, DC 20002

    Located in District of Columbia

    202-546-1761
    Details
    Humane Society of the United States
    2100 L Street
    Washington, DC 20037

    Located in District of Columbia

    202-452-1100
    Details
    Lucky Dog Animal Rescue
    Rescue Organization
    4319 Harrison St Nw 4 Mailing Address Only
    Washington, DC 20015

    Located in District of Columbia

    202-664-4206
    Details
    Washington Animal Rescue League
    Rescue Organization
    71 Oglethorpe Street
    Washington, DC 20011

    Located in District of Columbia

    202-726-2556
    Details
    Washington Humane Society
    7319 Georgia Avenue
    Washington, DC 20012

    Located in District of Columbia

    202-723-5730
    Details
    Washington Humane Society
    1201 New York Ave NE
    Washington, DC 20001

    Located in District of Columbia

    202-576-6664
    Details
    Washington Humane Society
    1201 New York Ave NE
    Washington, DC 20002

    Located in District of Columbia

    (202) 529-0481
    Details
    Washington Humane Society
    1001 L St SE
    Washington, DC 20003

    Located in District of Columbia

    (202) 608-1356
    Details
    Washington Humane Society
    4590 Macarthur Blvd NW Ste 200
    Washington, DC 20007

    Located in District of Columbia

    (202) 735-0330
    Details

    Animal Shelters in District of Columbia

    View all District of Columbia animal shelter and rescue organizations in your area. Adopt a pet in need of a permanent loving and caring home today. There are so many animals living in the 12 shelters, rescues, and foster homes in District of Columbia. Find a furry new friend in District of Columbia and give these dogs and cats the love and care they need.

    Each shelter has its own application process for adopting a pet in District of Columbia. Some require background checks and home checks to make sure the pet is suitable for its adopted family.

    Most shelters and rescues in District of Columbia have dogs and cats for adoption. The breeds and ages can vary as all sorts of dogs and cats need a loving home.

    The cost can vary for adoption in District of Columbia shelters. Most adoptions require an adoption fee and payment for the pet's shots before you can take your new furry friend home.

    District of Columbia needs volunteers on a regular basis. Contact a local animal shelter in District of Columbia directly by phone or email and ask if any volunteers are needed.
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