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The Rescue Train ~ West LA / South Bay Animal rescue in Los Angeles, CA

The Rescue Train is a place where once forgotten animals become cherished family members. We are a unique, non-profit, 501(c)3, no kill organization dedicated to eliminating animal suffering through hands on rescue work education and awareness. Please visit our website at www.TheRescueTrain.org

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Los Angeles, CA 90232
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Adoptable pets at The Rescue Train ~ West LA / South Bay

We'll also keep you updated on 💕sweet sisters Sara & Tegan's adoption status with email updates.
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💕sweet sisters Sara & Tegan

Tabby

Female, 3 mos
Los Angeles, CA
We'll also keep you updated on big Monty's adoption status with email updates.
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big Monty

Siamese

Male, 4 yrs
Los Angeles, CA

Rescue FAQs

Because we do home checks and follow up visits we only do local adoptions around the greater Los Angeles area.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Meet the Pet

Additional adoption info

Our adoption process is designed to help us set up safe and successful adoptions. Most of the time, we will only place our rescued pets in the Los Angeles area. View our cats and dogs online and apply for the pet of your choice: The application process is not meant to be an invasion of privacy. It’s a tool to help us find out if one of our cats or dogs would fit happily into your home and your lifestyle. We respond to applications within 48 hours. Completion of an application does not guarantee adoption.

Pets at shelters & rescues near The Rescue Train ~ West LA / South Bay

Southern California Labrador Retriever Rescue

24325 Crenshaw Blvd. #137,
Torrance, CA 90505

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

Chihuahua/Pomeranian

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
Los Angeles, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Arnold Perlstein's adoption status with email updates.
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Arnold Perlstein

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Los Alamitos, CA
We'll also keep you updated on 5 BEAUTIFUL PUPPIES's adoption status with email updates.
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5 BEAUTIFUL PUPPIES

Mixed Breed (Large)

Female Puppy
Santa Clarita, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Duncan's adoption status with email updates.
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Duncan

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, Young
Sherman Oaks, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Rosalina's adoption status with email updates.
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Rosalina

Chihuahua

Female, Young
Newport Beach, CA
We'll also keep you updated on VIDA's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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VIDA

German Shepherd Dog/Labrador Retriever

Female, 6 mos
Van Nuys, CA

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