Animal Shelters

Animal Shelters Near You — Give a Pet a Second Chance

Every year, millions of dogs, cats, and other animals end up in shelters across the United States — many of them healthy, loving, and eager for a forever home. Petzooie makes it easy to connect with local animal shelters so you can explore adoptable pets, volunteer your time, or donate to support the animals in your community.

Why Adopt from a Shelter?

Adopting from a shelter is one of the most rewarding decisions a person can make. You are not just gaining a companion — you are directly saving a life and making room for another animal in need. Shelter pets come in all sizes, breeds, ages, and personalities. Many are already house-trained, spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped, which can significantly reduce your initial costs.

What to Expect When Visiting a Shelter

  • An intake process where you complete an adoption application
  • Meet-and-greet sessions with animals to find the right personality match
  • Transparent health history and behavioral assessments for each animal
  • Adoption fees that typically cover spay/neuter, vaccines, and microchip
  • Post-adoption support from shelter staff

Types of Animal Shelters

Municipal (Government-Run) Shelters

These are operated by local governments and often accept all animals regardless of space. They are open-admission facilities and typically serve the widest geographic area.

Private Nonprofit Shelters

These organizations raise their own funding and often have more resources for animal enrichment, behavioral rehabilitation, and long-term care. Some are no-kill facilities.

Rescue Organizations

Rescues are typically foster-based and specialize in specific breeds or species. They operate without a physical shelter, placing animals in temporary homes until adoption.

Beyond Adoption: How You Can Help

  • Fostering — temporarily house animals while they await adoption
  • Volunteering — walk dogs, socialize cats, assist with events
  • Donating — food, blankets, toys, and financial contributions are always needed
  • Spreading the word — sharing adoptable animals on social media saves lives

Find Shelters on Petzooie

Browse local shelters and rescues using the search tool above. Filter by location, type of animals available, and services offered. Whether you are ready to adopt, want to volunteer, or simply want to know what is available in your area, Petzooie connects you to the resources you need.

6491. Etowah County Animal Shelter

Time:
  • Monday12:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Tuesday12:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday12:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Friday08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed

The staff will get in touch with the vet for the sterilization procedure as soon as a pet has been adopted. The staff will transport the animal to the veterinarian to be spayed or neutered and receive a rabies vaccination once the surgery date has been confirmed with the veterinarian. The sterilization procedure, rabies vaccine, and microchipping are all included in the adoption price. Some animals have previously undergone sterilization and immunizations. In these situations, you won't pay the adoption fee until your adoption is authorized.

6492. Humane Society Pet Rescue and Adoption Center

Time:
  • Monday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • TuesdayClosed
  • Wednesday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Saturday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • SundayClosed

The Humane Society Pet Rescue and Adoption Center was established on April 30, 1973, with the goal of reducing animal suffering and improving their quality of life by providing humane and educational services to the people in our neighborhood. Dr. James Isbell, a local veterinarian, and trustees Cindy Forsman, Pat Martin, Donna Parker, Mary Camp, Carroll Crane, Debbie Johnston, Matthew Gilbert, Elaine Gilbert, and Earl Garrett were among the HSPRAC's founding members. Sen. Malone fought for the creation of equitable and sufficient animal sheltering facilities for all communities through legislation that was passed on behalf of the state's animal shelters. The HSPRAC was founded with the intention of providing an alternative to existing countywide programs.

6493. Rockin’ “P” Rescue, Inc.

Time:
  • Monday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Tuesday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed

to save dogs who have been abandoned, neglected, or undesired. to work toward the humane treatment, care, and welfare of all animals via knowledge and instruction. through spay and neuter, to aid in reducing pet overpopulation.

6494. League for Animal Welfare

Time:
  • Monday09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Tuesday09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • SundayClosed

The sole 501C3, non-profit, no-kill animal shelter in Calhoun County is The League for Animal Welfare. There are various ways that we have found to improve the welfare and lives of animals. Every person would be sympathetic enough to provide assistance in a perfect society. There are so many ways to get involved, from giving your time and money to advocating online and staying informed. Discover more right now.

6495. Encore Enrichment Center for Shelter Dogs

Time:
  • Monday08:30 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Tuesday08:30 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday08:30 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday08:30 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday08:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed

By increasing their prospects of adoption and retention in devoted forever homes, the Encore Enrichment Center for Shelter Dogs was founded to assist regional animal shelters in saving more dogs.

6496. Calhoun County Humane Society

Time:
  • Monday09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Tuesday09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday12:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • SundayClosed

We are a dedicated 501c3 nonprofit that houses stray dogs and cats. Our primary intake comes from Jacksonville, Alabama, and while we have limited resources, we have big hearts. We put forth a lot of effort to place our charges, and we appreciate collaborations with ethical rescues.

6497. Andalusia Area Humane Society

Time:
  • Monday08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Tuesday08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Wednesday08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Thursday08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Friday08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed

In Covington County, Alabama, AAHS, a nonprofit organization run entirely by volunteers, helps animals that are "at risk." In order to support our county-wide Low Cost Spay & Neuter Program, we raise money all year long with a focus on the significance of spaying and neutering.

6498. Andalusia Animal Shelter

Time:
  • Monday09:00 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Tuesday09:00 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Wednesday09:00 AM - 04:30 PM
  • ThursdayClosed
  • Friday09:00 AM - 04:30 PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed

We are a 501c3 organization that is run by the Andalusia City Police Department. Since we don't get much funding or support, we depend on the assistance of the public to keep doing what's best and most beneficial for everyone. We welcome donations of a variety of goods, as well as any cash contributions you are able to provide. We work hard to inform the public on ethical pet ownership, including the necessity of spaying and neutering. All animals are neutered or spayed before being adopted from our facility.