Animal shelters provide a safe temporary home for stray, lost, and surrendered animals while connecting them with adoptive families or reuniting them with their owners. There are 9 Animal Shelters locations in Washington, District of Columbia.
Residents of Washington can visit their local shelter to adopt a pet, report a stray animal, or surrender an animal in need. Bring a valid photo ID when visiting, and check the shelter's website or call ahead to confirm adoption hours and current animal availability before making the trip.
List of Washington City, District Of Columbia Animal Shelters
American Horse Protection Association
The Washington Animal Rescue League-Medical Center
Doris Day Animal Foundation
City Dogs Rescue
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue
Animal Shelter
Washington Humane Society
Humane Society Of The United States
American Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals
Animal Shelters near Washington
Residents of Washington can support their local animal shelter beyond adoption by volunteering as dog walkers or cat socializers, fostering animals temporarily, or donating items from the shelter's online wish list. Check the shelter's social media pages for urgent appeals and animals that have been waiting longest for a home.
You may also find Animal Shelters locations in nearby cities including Washington.