Adopt

Volunteers in Defense of Animals (PASADENA)

Animal rescue in Pasadena, CA

Volunteers in Defense of Animals (VIDA) is a 501c3 and consists of a small group of volunteers and a network of foster homes. We help find homes for homeless dogs and cats, care and protect neglected and abused animals. We are working to end the suffering and mistreatment of dogs and cats in Southern California. We bring spay and neuter services to areas where families cannot afford them; we facilitate the rescue, foster care, and adoption of animals whenever possible, and we offer education and support to those involved in the care of animals.

Contact Laura Sandoval
Phone
Address
Pasadena, CA 91108
Cats Illustration

See every new pet that comes to this rescue!

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

Adoptable pets at Volunteers in Defense of Animals (PASADENA)

We'll also keep you updated on KEIKO's adoption status with email updates.
new badge
Photo of KEIKO

KEIKO

Labrador Retriever/Australian Shepherd

Female, 1 yr
Pasadena, CA
We'll also keep you updated on WINNIE's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of WINNIE

WINNIE

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)/Miniature Schnauzer

Female, 1 yr
Pasadena, CA
We'll also keep you updated on MOON's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of MOON

MOON

Chihuahua

Female, 1 yr
Pasadena, CA
We'll also keep you updated on DAKOTA's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of DAKOTA

DAKOTA

American Staffordshire Terrier/Labrador Retriever

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
Pasadena, CA
We'll also keep you updated on DOLLY's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of DOLLY

DOLLY

Labrador Retriever

Female, 2 yrs
Pasadena, CA
We'll also keep you updated on ANNIE's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of ANNIE

ANNIE

Chihuahua/Dachshund

Female, 4 yrs
Pasadena, CA
We'll also keep you updated on MAX's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of MAX

MAX

Chihuahua

Male, 2 yrs
Pasadena, CA
We'll also keep you updated on LOLA's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of LOLA

LOLA

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 1 yr
Pasadena, CA

Rescue FAQs

We serve all of Southern California.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 5. Pay Fee
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Our adoption fee is $350 for dogs $475 for puppies under 11 months, $189 for cats, and $225 for kittens. The fees include:

Dogs:
Spay/Neuter
All shots up to date (puppies with at least 2 sets of DHLPP)
Flea Medication
Deworming (puppies 2 sets)
Microchip and Microchip Registration
Collar
Temporary Leash

Cats/kittens
Spay/Neuter
FVRCP vaccines up to date (Feline Rhinotracheitis Calicivirus Panleukopenia)
Deworming
Flea medication up to date
Free health exam at the closest VCA Hospital
$1000 accident insurance if pet is lost

Microchip - Includes lifetime registration to new owner

Leukemia test - $40
(Please advise when making your appointment if you want this test done.)

Adoption fee is non-refundable, but we will work hard until you are happy with the adoption.

Adoption application

https://www.vida4animals.org/adoption-application/

Pets at shelters & rescues near Volunteers in Defense of Animals (PASADENA)

Chihuahuas of the Valley

Los Angeles, CA 90066

Mixed Mutts Dog Rescue

Pasadena, CA 91107

We'll also keep you updated on Baby's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Baby

Baby

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Senior
Covina, CA
We'll also keep you updated on LULU's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of LULU

LULU

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, Adult
Woodland Hills, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Oscar's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Oscar

Oscar

Labrador Retriever/Boxer

Male, Puppy
Fullerton, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Ava - Bengal Tabby's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Ava - Bengal Tabby

Ava - Bengal Tabby

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Newport Beach, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Daffodil's adoption status with email updates.
long timer badge
Photo of Daffodil

Daffodil

New Zealand

Female, 1 yr 9 mos
Los Angeles, CA
We'll also keep you updated on VIOLET's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
Photo of VIOLET

VIOLET

Guinea Pig

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
San Pedro, CA

Search for a dog or cat

  • Columbus, OH
  • Columbus, OH
  • Columbus Grove, OH
  • Columbus Grv, OH

Sorry, we can’t find that location! Please try again.

Animal Charities in Pasadena, CA

HeARTs Speak

HeARTs Speak develops resources that help shelter animals to be seen and find homes, ultimately transforming public perceptions of pet adoption, shelters, and animals in need. Each year our work helps nearly 1 million pets in your community and beyond.

Learn more

Alliance for Contraception in Cats and Dogs

There is a tremendous need for new methods of sterilization that are faster, easier, more accessible, and less expensive than surgery. ACC&D works tirelessly to bring together key stakeholders to advance this field.

Learn more

Animal Legal Defense Fund

Every day, Animal Legal Defense Fund works to enact tougher animal cruelty laws, provide care and legal assistance for animal victims of cruelty, offer rewards to bring abusers to justice, and provide free legal assistance to prosecutors and law enforcement to put abusers behind bars.

Learn more