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Charity Navigator's Support Animal Rescue List identifies top-rated US-based charities committed to rescuing and rehoming companion animals in need, while also striving to reduce overpopulation, and provide essential services for these animals and pet owners. Countless companion animals experience hardship and neglect, and these organizations advocate for their well-being, rescue them from abusive situations, and work to find suitable forever homes.

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List of Best Animal Rescue Charities

Humane Society of Greater Dayton

Dayton , OH

Medium-sized

99%

Humane Society of Greater Dayton protects animals through sheltering, adoption, spaying/neutering, and education programs.

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National Mill Dog Rescue

Peyton , CO

Medium-sized

97%

NMDR rescues, rehabilitates, and rehomes puppy mill dogs while advocating for education and responsible pet ownership.

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Charleston Animal Society

North Charleston , SC

Medium-sized

98%

Charleston Animal Society prevents animal cruelty, rescues and shelters animals, and promotes adoptions and education.

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Animal Rescue League of Berks County, Inc.

Birdsboro , PA

Medium-sized

100%

Berks ARL provides care, advocacy, and resources to improve the lives of animals and their human companions.

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Greenhill Humane Society, SPCA

Eugene , OR

Medium-sized

99%

Greenhill Humane Society shelters and supports animals through adoption, crisis care, spay/neuter, and education.

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Dorchester Paws

SUMMERVILLE , SC

Small-sized

98%

Dorchester Paws protects animals, promotes adoption, spay/neuter, and education, and helps pets find loving homes.

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Jacksonville Humane Society

Jacksonville , FL

Medium-sized

100%

Jacksonville Humane Society provides care, education, and resources to support pets and their people in the community.

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Animal Rescue League of Boston

Dedham , MA

Medium-sized

99%

ARL Boston champions animal welfare through rescue, care, community programs, and advocacy for vulnerable animals.

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Gulf Coast Humane Society

Fort Myers , FL

Medium-sized

99%

Gulf Coast Humane Society provides shelter, medical care, and adoption services for animals while promoting responsible pet care.

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Ohlone Humane Society Inc.

FREMONT , CA

Micro-sized

100%

Ohlone Humane Society advocates for animal welfare through rescue, education, and community-focused programs.

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Pet Helpers

Charleston , SC

Medium-sized

92%

Pet Helpers rescues, shelters, and finds loving homes for animals while promoting spaying, neutering, and education.

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San Diego Humane Society

San Diego , CA

Super-sized

99%

San Diego Humane Society provides adoption, rescue, and educational programs to enhance animal welfare and prevent cruelty.

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Blue Ridge Humane Society

Hendersonville , NC

Medium-sized

100%

Blue Ridge Humane Society improves animal welfare through adoption, community support, and education initiatives.

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Humane Society of North Texas

Fort Worth , TX

Medium-sized

98%

HSNT provides shelter, adoption, and care for animals while promoting compassion and responsible pet ownership.

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Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County

Waukesha , WI

Medium-sized

96%

HAWS enriches lives by advocating for animals, providing education, and supporting pets and their people.

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Citizens for Animal Protection

Houston , TX

Medium-sized

99%

CAP shelters, rescues, and rehomes animals while promoting responsible pet ownership and community education.

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Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region

Colorado Springs , CO

Medium-sized

99%

HSPPR cares for homeless animals, promotes adoption, and provides education to strengthen the human-animal bond.

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