Adoption

Thank you for making pet adoption your first option.™ Whether you’re here to scout out the awesome available animals at the ASPCA, find a shelter in your area or learn more about adopting a pet, you’ve come to the right place!

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Top 10 Reasons to Adopt an Elder Pooch
Oh, how we love a senior dog! They’re super cute and twice as loving—and aren’t nearly as high maintenance as their puppy counterparts. So what are you waiting for? Get down to your local shelter and adopt a senior pooch today! Read More »

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Questions to Ask Yourself Before Adopting
Be prepared before making this long-term commitment. Read More »


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Top To-Dos Before Bringing Kitty Home
Start off on the right paw for your new cat's grand entrance! Learn More »


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Find a Shelter!
Use our database to find an animal shelter near you. Search Now »


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ASPCA® Partnership

A focused effort to create a country of humane communities, one community at a time, where animals receive the compassion and respect they deserve—a nation where there is no more unnecessary euthanasia of adoptable animals simply because of a lack of resources and awareness. Read More »

Partner Communities:
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