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Humane Animal Rescue - East

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.

Our Vision
The end of animal abuse, suffering, and homelessness.

Our Mission
Caring for animals, inspiring communities.

Contact
Address
6926 Hamilton Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
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Meet their adoptable pets

6926 Hamilton Ave.

Pittsburgh, PA 15208

Hours of Operation

Sunday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Thursday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Friday: 12:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

See every new pet that comes to this shelter!

Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Humane Animal Rescue - East

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

Mixed Breed (Large)

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 7 yrs 1 mo
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Piggie Smalls's adoption status with email updates.
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Piggie Smalls

Guinea Pig

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 9 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Stink's adoption status with email updates.
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Stink

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Salem's adoption status with email updates.
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Salem

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Jack's adoption status with email updates.
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Jack

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Chicken Noodle's adoption status with email updates.
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Chicken Noodle

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs
Pittsburgh, PA

Shelter FAQs

Western Pennsylvania and surrounding areas

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Submit Application
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 5. Pay Fee
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

We invite you to visit the shelter locations and meet the animals and the adoption team!

Our adoption process is aimed at matching you, your family and your current pets with our animals for adoption. An adoption counselor will introduce you to our animals in a private meeting room. We will share information about the animal's medical and behavioral needs as well as their history.

When you find the right pet for you and your family, the adoption counselor will assist you in completing the proper paperwork. This process includes signing an adoption contract, reviewing medical history and providing proper pet care information.

What you will need in order to adopt:

A valid photo ID with your current address.

We recommend all members of the household meeting the animal before adopting.

If you are interested in adopting a dog and have other dog(s) living in your household, it is recommended that all dogs meet each other at the shelter.

Certain animals require additional steps or requirements.

Adoption fee is accepted in cash or credit/debit card. Checks, American Express, Discover, Care Credit are not accepted as payment.

PLEASE NOTE: We are not able to place a hold or accept a deposit for animals that are not available for adoption, that you have not done a formal meet and greet with, or over the phone. Adoptions are approved for the first qualified home. Adoption is not guaranteed and is at the discretion of Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh.

Pets at shelters & rescues near Humane Animal Rescue - East

German Shorthaired Pointer Rescue PA, Inc.

47 South 14th Street,
Pittsburgh, PA 15203

Sacred Souls Sanctuary

304 Monterey Road,
Rimersburg, PA 16248

Fayette Friends of Animals

PO Box 1282, 223 Searights Herbert Road,
Uniontown, PA 15401

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

Tabby

Female, 8 mos
Greensburg, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Ginger's adoption status with email updates.
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Ginger

Redtick Coonhound

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
Irwin, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Wall-E's adoption status with email updates.
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Wall-E

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Indiana, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Sage's adoption status with email updates.
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Sage

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 9 mos
Irwin, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Sakura's adoption status with email updates.
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Sakura

Labrador Retriever/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog/Collie

Male, 5 yrs 2 mos
New Castle, PA

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