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Humane Rescue Alliance - Foster

Animal shelter in Washington, DC

At the Humane Rescue Alliance, we honor more than 150 years of commitment to protecting animals, supporting families, and advocating for positive change to create a world where all animals can thrive. HRA serves as a national leader and local champion for all animals.

With a people-focused, community-based approach, we treat every animal as an individual and emphasize specialized care for both animals and their families. Through our two campuses in the District of Columbia and New Jersey, we are the largest animal services provider in our region – touching the lives of tens of thousands of animals annually through direct rescue, care, and community-based services. Our teams find solutions to both small and big problems, from providing direct care to an animal in crisis to tackling systemic barriers to affordable, pet-friendly housing.

Contact —
Email adopt@humanerescuealliance.org
Phone (202) 723-5730
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Address
71 Oglethorpe St. NW
Washington, DC 20011
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71 Oglethorpe St. NW

Washington, DC 20011

Hours of Operation

Sunday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Monday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Tuesday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Thursday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Friday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Saturday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Adoptable pets at Humane Rescue Alliance - Foster

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Farah

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 5 mos
Washington, DC
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Tantra

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Washington, DC
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Payday

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 mos
Washington, DC
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Waffles

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 mos
Washington, DC
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Twix

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 mos
Washington, DC
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Cool Whip

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
Washington, DC
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DC/MD/VA

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For more information about our adoption process, please visit humanerescuealliance.org/how-to-adopt.

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https://www.humanerescuealliance.org/adopt

https://www.humanerescuealliance.org/donate

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