2011 Featured Animal Rescue and Non-Profit Groups
                      

Click here or scroll to the bottom of the page to learn how you can help support these local rescue groups!

Any Rat Rescue is incorporated as a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization in the State of Arizona and donations are tax-deductible. The mission of Any Rat Rescue is to find loving, forever homes for any rat in need. Any Rat Rescue is now five years old and has found loving, forever homes for more than 500 rats in need!

You may contact us by phone at 480-663-3338, or email info@anyratrescue.org. Our mailing address is P.O. Box 833, Scottsdale, AZ 85252-0833. http://www.anyratrescue.org

ARIZONA MAINE COON RESCUE

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PIGGIE POO RESCUE

Piggie Poo Rescue is the only 501(c)3 non-profit animal rescue in Arizona and Utah that specializes in Guinea Pigs. We occasionally foster buns, chins, rats, ferrets and other small animals too. We are a network of private foster homes with 32 registered volunteers and three adoption locations, our main center in Anthem North, Limited appointments in East Mesa and our newest location in Salt Lake City. http://www.piggiepoo.org
 

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 HOUSE RABBIT SOCIETY

House Rabbit Society is a national, nonprofit animal welfare organization based in Richmond, California. Since HRS was founded in 1988, over 25,000 rabbits have been rescued through our foster homes across the United States.

Our mission has two parts: Through education, we seek to reduce the number of unwanted rabbits — and to improve bunnies' lives — by helping people better understand these often misunderstood companion animals.  www.rabbit.org

ARIZONA SAINT BERNARD RESCUE

To act as a shepherd for Saint Bernard dogs and puppies that are without suitable caretakers and are in need of help; to shelter the homeless; to care for and find homes for the unwanted, abandoned, neglected and abused; to feed the hungry; to provide medical services to the sick, injured and lame; to assist in the rescue of those subjected to conditions hazardous to their well-being or to confinement in government or private shelter, who without intervention would be needlessly Euthanize; to provide for the humane disposition of those not sound in mind, body or temperament; to educate the public as to the characteristics of, and proper care for, the breed so as to promote compatible, loving, lasting home/family placements; to educate the public as to responsible pet ownership so as to prevent accidental litters and to prevent inhumane trafficking in puppies and dogs, and so as to promote the most humane manner of disposition of pets at journey's end; to encourage, promote and support research respecting the breed that explores or improves relations between the breed and owners or sheds light on the causes of abandonment, neglect or abuse, or promotes the public's understanding of the special characteristics and attributes of the breed or that is designed to improve the welfare of the breed in any manner.   www.saintrescue.org
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NATIONAL BRITTANY RESCUE AND ADOPTION NETWORK

National Brittany Rescue and Adoption Network (NBRAN), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is a network of caring and dedicated volunteers in the United States and Canada who have a deep passion for dog rescue and specifically  the homeless Brittany, affectionately called a "Britt."   www.nbran.org

ARIZONA PUG ADOPTION AND RESCUE NETWORK

Looking to adopt a pug? APARN is a 501(c)3 non-profit, all-volunteer organization dedicated to the rescue and placement of the pug breed.

APARN‘s Mission is to rescue abused, abandoned, homeless, unwanted, sick or injured Pugs, rehabilitate them and place them into loving, permanent adoptive homes in Arizona. We strive to educate the public about the Pug dog breed, including its personality, special needs and care. We provide medical care and spay or neuter operations for all of the Pugs that come into our rescue.   www.arizonapugrescue.com

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  ARIZONA GOLDEN RESCUE

Arizona Golden Rescue is an all-volunteer, non-profit, charitable organization whose mission is to rescue displaced Golden Retrievers and mostly-Golden mixes that have been abused, abandoned, neglected or unwanted and find new, permanent homes for them. Rescued dogs are given a complete veterinary exam and their vaccines are updated; they are also microchipped, spayed or neutered, and tested for valley fever and heartworm. AGR provides emotional and medical rehabilitation and will pay for medications and for necessary surgeries. Through education at public appearances, AGR seeks to educate the public about the Golden Retriever breed and about responsible dog ownership, in order to help reduce the unwanted dog population.      www.arizonagoldenrescue.org

ANIMAL ADVOCATES OF ARIZONA

This group exists to give a voice to the animals of AZ, as well as raise awareness for all animals in need. Our mission is to advocate for positive, responsible and respectful treatment of our fellow living beings. The group's main focus in this direction is toward humane education and promotion of ethical and compassionate living.

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Animal-Advocates-of-Arizona/128295256579

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PHOENIX ANIMAL CARE COALITION
PACC911 brings together animal welfare organizations throughout Maricopa County, providing opportunities to work together for the greater benefit of the animals. We assisting the rescue groups in four ways: adoption events, fundraising, education and medical assistance through the PACC911 Emergency Medical Fund. Leader and founder, Bari Mear sparked a new spirit of cooperation amongst the rescues working in harmony as PACC partners!    www.pacc911.org

Dachshunds Only Rescue is a not-for-profit, volunteer organization located in Phoenix, AZ.  Dogs that come into rescue are placed into a temporary foster home thanks to our network of generous volunteers. While in foster care, each dog is observed and evaluated to develop a profile of the dog.  Once that has been established, a suitable, loving, forever home can be found, regardless of the time it takes.

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Potato Chips Pomeranian Rescue is an organization started by three Pomeranian Lovers who have been owned by Pomeranians for many, many years. Between the three of us we have 18 Pomeranians and all are spoiled rotten! We decided that it was time to help those Pomeranians less fortunate than our own so we started our Rescue. We are the only Pomeranian rescue in the state of Arizona. We help those Pomeranians who are otherwise unloved, unwanted, abused, and turned away from their original homes and rehabilitate them and help them to find their forever homes with new families. We are a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization.

www.potatochipspomeranianrescue.com
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AMAZING AUSSIES LETHAL WHITE RESCUE



Amazing Aussies is dedicated to rescuing Lethal White Australian Shepherds and matching them with  new forever families while raising awareness to eradicate Merle-to-Merle breeding through educational programs.


www.amazingaussies.com
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RUFF ROAD RESCUE

We are a bully breed rescue located in Mesa, Arizona that specializes in American Pit Bull Terriers, Staffordshire Terriers, Boxers, Mastiffs, and all types of Bulldogs. We are devoted to rescuing, rehabilitating and re-homing dogs in the Phoenix area, educating the public on responsible pet ownership, and advocating against the inhumane activity of dog fighting and the unethical practice of backyard breeding.

www.ruffroadrescue.com

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ROCK STAR RESCUE


No, we're not rescuing Rockstars... (Although some could use it). We're an all breed dog rescue that works with Rockstars, who charitably pose for pictures with our rescues, helping bring attention to, and finding them homes.

www.rockstarrescueaz.org

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ARIZONA ANIMAL WELFARE LEAGUE AND SPCA

The Arizona Animal Welfare League & SPCA (AAWL & SPCA) is the largest and oldest no-kill shelter in Arizona. We are a no-kill shelter in that we do not euthanize animals except for the rare occasions when it is in the best interest of the animal to do so, usually from untreatable medical conditions.

AAWL & SPCA rescues, rehabilitates and re-homes more than 3,000 dogs and cats that are abandoned or that have been surrendered by their owners. We do this primarily by rescuing them from other shelters in Maricopa County where they are likely to be euthanized due to the lack of time and resources to care for them.

www.aawl.org
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HALO ANIMAL RESCUE



HALO is an acronym that stands for Helping Animals Live On. Located in sunny Phoenix, Arizona, HALO Animal Rescue is a safety net for thousands of homeless dogs and cats each year.  We are a no-kill facility, which means we never euthanize an animal because we have run out of room, but it also means we are limited in the animals we can take in at any given time.  Our specialty is to provide a refuge to those pets who might otherwise be destroyed at other Valley shelters for reasons such as a treatable injury, illness, or those who are too scared or too young to go up for adoption at their time of arrival.

www.halorescue.org
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GREAT DANE RESCUE INC.

Great Dane Rescue Inc. is a non-profit group established in 1993 dedicated to the placement of relinquished Great Danes.  We place neglected and/or unwanted Great Danes into loving, permanent homes. Our coverage area includes Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Arizona, Alabama (and parts of neighboring states of Alabama), Northwestern Kentucky, parts of Wisconsin, parts of Ohio and Ontario, Canada.  With a network of volunteers with a vast experience with Danes and training, we also strive to be strong advocates for the breed.

www.greatdanerescueinc.com

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ALTERED TAILS



The mission of Altered Tails is to provide affordable spay/neuter services for companion animals and free-roaming cats.
We are a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing high quality professional veterinary services and are committed to:

• Provide affordable spay/neuter service to owners who could not afford to do so otherwise.
• Offer affordable vaccines and other vital services to owners of companion pets and rescue organizations.
• Reduce the number of feral cats living in our communities through our Trap, Neuter, Return (TNR) program.
• Help eliminate euthanasia as a form of population control.

www.alteredtails.org

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SOUTHERN ARIZONA BEAGLE RESCUE



Southern Arizona Beagle Rescue (SoAZBR) is a charitable, non-profit, 501(c)(3), all-volunteer organization dedicated to Beagle and Beagle-mix dog rescue. We provide education on the breed and general animal welfare.

Additionally, we actively promote Spay and Neuter programs and the "No Kill" philosophy. We also provide education, training and referral services for families needing to find a new home for their beagle.

Formed in October 2005, we serve all of southern Arizona, including Pima, Cochise, Santa Cruz and Pinal counties.

www.soazbeaglerescue.com
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NINE LIVES FOUNDATION



The purpose of Nine Lives is to rescue, rehabilitate (when necessary) and place domestic cats into stable homes; to control overpopulation of feral (unsocialized) cats by a humane process called “TNR” (Trap, Neuter & Release), to educate the public about the responsibilities of pet ownership in an attempt to alleviate the problem of unwanted pets, and to build public awareness about the human-animal bond and its benefits to society.

www.ninelivesadoptions.org
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HOME FUR GOOD ANIMAL RESCUE



HFG's mission is to eliminate euthanasia in Maricopa County by providing quality medical care, adoption placements, promotion of spay/neuter procedures and outreach education for pet owners. This is a lofty goal, which is why we need your help. There are so many different ways to help. You can adopt, volunteer, donate, foster, spay/neuter your pet, educate others… or perhaps you have something else in mind? If so, please let us know.

www.homefurgood.org
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FOOTHILLS ANIMAL RESCUE



Foothills Animal Rescue is committed to compassionate and humane treatment of dogs and cats in need through rescue, shelter, fostering and adoption within Maricopa County.

www.foothillsanimal.org

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FEDWELL FARM RESCUE 



Fedwell Farm Rescue specializes in the rescue and rehabilitation of herding dogs, primarily Australian Shepherd, Australian Cattle Dogs and Border Collies.

www.fedwellfarm.com
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AMERICAN BRITTANY RESCUE

ABR’s mission is to provide the leadership and expertise via a network of trained volunteers to take in stray, abandoned, surrendered and/or impounded purebred Brittanys, provide them with foster care, health and temperament screening,  an opportunity for any necessary rehabilitation and to assure their health and placement into new homes. In order to fulfill this mission, ABR’s volunteers remain flexible and adaptable to current and future business environments and they remain dedicated to the organization.   

www.americanbrittanyrescue.org
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MARICOPA COUNTY ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL


Our mission is to promote and protect the health, safety and welfare of people and pets in Maricopa County.

MCACC will be offering discounted vaccines, microchipping and licensing.

Rabies Vaccine for $20.00
Canine 4-in-1 vaccine (DA2PPv) protects against Distemper, Hepatitis (Adenovirus type 2), Parainfluenza, and Parvovirus for $23.00 
Feline 3-in-1 vaccine (FVRCP) protects against Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, and Panleukopenia for $27.00

Microchips for $25.00 

MCACC will also have licenses available for people who get the rabies vaccination that day. 
License for an unaltered dog (not spayed or neutered) its $42.00
License for an altered dog (that is spayed and neutered) its $17.00 

http://www.maricopa.gov/pets/
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THE LOST PAWS



Lost Paws Sterilization, Education and Rescue is committed to end the unnecessary euthanization of companion animals by providing spay and neuter services to communities in need.  We believe that every rescue is a life worth saving- no animal is a Lost Cause.

www.thelostpaws.org

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ARIZONA EXOTIC BIRD RESCUE



Arizona Exotic Bird Rescue, Inc. is a non-profit, charitable, corporation established to meet the needs of surrendered exotic birds. Our avian rescue/sanctuary is located in sunny Arizona and serves the Southwestern United States. Our primary function is to provide knowledgeable care to surrendered, displaced, abandoned, neglected, and abused exotic birds as well as to educate and serve the public by sharing decades of experience in meeting the needs of these amazing creatures.  

www.arizonaexoticbirdrescue.org
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TOUGH LOVE PITBULL RESCUE
Tough Love Pit Bull Rescue is a small network of foster homes and breed advocates, with volunteers currently in Arizona, California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington state. We limit the number of dogs in our care so we have considerable time to devote to socializing, training, and evaluating behavior. As a general rule, Tough Love dogs are trained in basic commands and potty trained (some exceptions for puppies of course.) Each dog is treated as a member of our families and it is our experience that this treatment smoothes the transition of our dogs into their new families. We have two main goals: (1) to rehabilitate, train, and permanently re-home wonderful abandoned dogs and (2) to educate about and advocate for pit bulls and other misunderstood breeds.

www.toughlovepbr.blogspot.com
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THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE UNITED STATES



We work to reduce suffering and to create meaningful social change for animals by advocating for sensible public policies, investigating cruelty and working to enforce existing laws, educating the public about animal issues, joining with corporations on behalf of animal-friendly policies, and conducting hands-on programs that make ours a more humane world.

www.humanesociety.org
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GREAT DANE RESCUE OF ARIZONA ALLIANCE



We are dedicated to working throughout the state to provide the proper care & placement of danes in need whether they are a pound puppy or an owner turn-in.

www.petfinder.com/shelters/azdanerescue.html

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ARIZONA LLAMA RESCUE

AZLR is as much about education as rescue. The mission statement of AZ Llama Rescue is to:

* Educate the public and prospective llama/alpaca owners on the traits and training of llamas and alpacas in the State of Arizona.

* Mentor owners on the care (shearing, toenail trimming, etc.) of llamas and alpacas in the State of Arizona.

* To rescue and rehome unwanted llamas and alpacas within the State of Arizona

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MINPINHAVEN RESCUE
MinPinHaven Rescue, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) no kill rescue group located in the Phoenix area. They are an all volunteer rescue group dedicated to caring for miniature pinschers and other small breed dogs who find themselves searching for new forever families due to abandonment, escapees from their safe yards or other life threatening events. Make sure to stop by their booth and visit their web site at www.minpinhaven.com.

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THE LITTER LEAGUE
The Litter League values the therapeutic and humanizing value provided by the companionship of animals; especially for individuals who may be isolated because they are elderly, disabled or economically disadvantaged. The mission of The Litter League is to improve the quality of life of these individuals and the animals they care for by providing a holistic approach to animal rescue. The Litter League does this by providing direct assistance and by working in collaboration with other animal rescue programs and organizations to facilitate utilization of these services. Social services referrals may also be provided as needed. There is no charge for services but participants are expected to cooperate with rescue efforts including spay/neuter of all animals. The Litter League may help with trap/neuter/return of feral cats and colony management, assisting with utilization of low cost spay/neuter of companion animals and rehoming of companion animals when necessary. http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/AZ324.html

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THIS LITTLE PIGGIE SMALL ANIMAL SANCTUARY INC.
Caring for small animals that have been given-up, abused or discarded by their previous owners. Providing information to new owners for proper care of their new family members.
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The Giving Tree Area 

The Giving Tree Area will be filled with Animal Angel Trees.Each Angel Tree will be decorated with ornaments from the exhibiting Rescue Groups. The ornament will include an item from each Rescue Group's Holiday Wish List. 

• Toys for the animals
• Leashes/collars
• Carriers
• Food
• Litter
• Grooming Supplies
• Dog/Cat Beds
• Medical Supplies Monetary donations.

The Silent Auction Area

The Silent Auction Area will be filled with auction items provided by exhibiting rescue groups. Each rescue group will provide 2 auction items.

Examples of auction items include:

•  Gift Certificates
• Jewelry
• Art
• Gift Baskets
• Memorabilia
• Electronics
• Sports Equipment

All Attendees are encouraged to visit the Silent Auction Area.

How it works:

Attendees can place their bids and contact information on bid sheets. The auction winners will be announced at 4:00pm. 

Pet Food and Supply Drive

Attendance to the Holiday Pet Festival is FREE, although we are encouraging the up to 10,000 attendees to bring a can or bag of pet food or an item from the rescue supply list.  All donations from the drive will be divided between the exhibiting Rescue Groups. The volunteers will process it and see that it gets packed on Santa's sleigh for delivery to the Rescue Groups

WISH LIST ITEMS

Paper Towels
White Vinegar
Canned or Dry Dog Food
Canned or Dry Cat Food
Leashes, Collars
New Litter Boxes
New Toys for dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, rats and birds
Sheets, Pillow Cases, Towels and Blankets
Gift Cards to Grocery Stores, PetSmart, Home Depot, Office Supply Stores
Newspaper
Liquid Hand Soap and Hand Sanitizer
Stamps
Envelopes
Copy Paper
Bleach