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Humane Animal Rescue - pets in foster

Animal shelter in Pittsburgh, PA

Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh (HARP) is one of Pennsylvania’s largest non-profit organizations dedicated to the welfare of animals, pet owners and the community.

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Pittsburgh, PA 15208
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Adoptable pets at Humane Animal Rescue - pets in foster

We'll also keep you updated on Donut's adoption status with email updates.
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Donut

Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 2 yrs 11 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on T'Challa's adoption status with email updates.
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T'Challa

Akita

Male, 6 yrs
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Mini's adoption status with email updates.
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Mini

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on King Kong's adoption status with email updates.
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King Kong

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 5 yrs 6 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Jimmy John's adoption status with email updates.
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Jimmy John

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Baby's adoption status with email updates.
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Baby

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 9 yrs 2 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Mama Mia's adoption status with email updates.
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Mama Mia

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 8 yrs 4 mos
Pittsburgh, PA

Shelter FAQs

Western Pennsylvania and surrounding areas

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

Interested in meeting an animal currently in a foster home? Simply fill out our foster meeting form, and our dedicated team will promptly reach out to you to arrange a meeting.
Our adoptions are first come, first serve and we are unable to place a hold on specific animals without an initial consultation. Our adoption process is aimed at matching you, your family and your current pets with our animals for adoption. More details at https://humaneanimalrescue.org/adopt/

Adoption application

https://humaneanimalrescue.org/adopt/

Pets at shelters & rescues near Humane Animal Rescue - pets in foster

Doberman Rescue, Inc.

Sewickley, PA 15143

Angel Ridge Animal Rescue

390 Old Hickory Ridge,
Washington, PA 15301

Puppys Purrs Rescue

121 Randall Ave.,
Follansbee, WV 26037

We'll also keep you updated on Space Cadet's adoption status with email updates.
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Space Cadet

Dwarf

Male, Young
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Boris's adoption status with email updates.
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Boris

Basenji/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 9 mos
Washington, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Daemon's adoption status with email updates.
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Daemon

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 4 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Casper's adoption status with email updates.
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Casper

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 4 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Jeff's adoption status with email updates.
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Jeff

Beagle/Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog

Male, Puppy
Hibbs, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Gracie🐾 (Available 01/04/25)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Gracie🐾 (Available 01/04/25)

Labrador Retriever/Australian Shepherd

Female, 1 mo
Irwin, PA

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