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Humane Rescue Alliance

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.

LOCAL FOCUS
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 five 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.

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71 Oglethorpe St. NW
Washington, DC 20011
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71 Oglethorpe St. NW

Washington, DC 20011

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Adoptable pets at Humane Rescue Alliance

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Archangel Michael's adoption status with email updates.
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Archangel Michael

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs 8 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Link's adoption status with email updates.
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Link

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 yrs 6 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Marvel's adoption status with email updates.
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Marvel

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Max's adoption status with email updates.
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Max

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 9 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Saturday's adoption status with email updates.
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Saturday

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Bitsy's adoption status with email updates.
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Bitsy

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Portia's adoption status with email updates.
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Portia

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs
Washington, DC

Shelter FAQs

DC/MD/VA

Additional adoption info

We're dedicated to finding loving homes for all the pets in our care. All you need is love-- and a state issued ID.

WE HAVE 2 ADOPTION CENTERS TO SERVE YOU:
71 OGLETHORPE ST. NW
1201 NEW YORK AVE. NE

Our doors are open from 12 PM to 7 PM every day, offering you ample time to visit and meet your potential new companion. Please arrive no later than 6:30 PM to ensure you have plenty of time to interact with our adorable pups.

Adoptions are on a first-come, first-served basis.

Be sure to bring a leash for your new dog or a carrier for your new cat or small animal. Most animals are ready to go home with you right after you meet them!


Can't make it in person? No problem! We offer virtual adoptions for animals in foster homes. From the comfort of your own home, you can browse our pets online, set up virtual meet and greets, and even conduct adoption counseling sessions.

Adoption application

https://www.humanerescuealliance.org/adopt

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

Other/Unknown

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
Derwood, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Jill's adoption status with email updates.
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Jill

Chihuahua/Rat Terrier

Female, 1 yr 7 mos
Ellicott City, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Jonesy's adoption status with email updates.
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Jonesy

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Fairfax Station, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Darling Tito's adoption status with email updates.
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Darling Tito

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 mos
Chantilly, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Boots's adoption status with email updates.
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Boots

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs 3 mos
Frederick, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Kitten: Pinto Bean's adoption status with email updates.
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Kitten: Pinto Bean

Domestic Shorthair

Female 3 mos
Columbia, MD

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