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Animal Aid Inc.

Animal rescue in Portland, OR

Animal Aid of Portland is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue and welfare organization, passionately serving animals and the people they love since 1969. It is our mission to enhance the welfare of companion animals through individualized care and lifelong commitment, rescue and adoption, resources and education, and community partnerships. We operate a free-roam shelter for cats; a foster program for dogs and cats; It Takes a Pack, a community-driven animal care supply sharing initiative; and the Animal Aid Cares Fund, a partnership with veterinarians, trainers, and behaviorists in Portland to provide financial assistance for urgent medical and behavioral care.

Contact —
Email adopt-cat@animalaidpdx.org
Phone (503) 292-6628
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Address
5335 SW 42nd Ave
Portland, OR 97221
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5335 SW 42nd Ave

Portland, OR 97221

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Adoptable pets at Animal Aid Inc.

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

Labrador Retriever/Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 5 yrs 3 mos
Portland, OR
We'll also keep you updated on Ellen's adoption status with email updates.
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Ellen

Poodle (Standard)/St. Bernard

Female, 4 mos
Portland, OR
We'll also keep you updated on Helena's adoption status with email updates.
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Helena

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 6 mos
Portland, OR
We'll also keep you updated on Raven's adoption status with email updates.
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Raven

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 mos
Portland, OR
We'll also keep you updated on Eagle's adoption status with email updates.
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Eagle

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 mos
Portland, OR
We'll also keep you updated on Turkey's adoption status with email updates.
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Turkey

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 mos
Portland, OR
We'll also keep you updated on Wren's adoption status with email updates.
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Wren

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 3 mos
Portland, OR
We'll also keep you updated on Pigeon's adoption status with email updates.
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Pigeon

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 mos
Portland, OR
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Rescue FAQs

Portland metro area, including Vancouver & the tri-county area.

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

Additional adoption info

You can find out more about our adoption process on our website at: https://animalaidpdx.org/adoption-policies-fees-faqs/.

We do not do same-day adoptions and have an application process.

You are welcome to come into our shelter to visit the cats during our regular business hours before or after turning in an application.

Adoption application

https://www.animalaidpdx.org/adoption-application-update/

https://animalaidpdx.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/animalaidpdx/donation.jsp

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Pets at shelters & rescues near Animal Aid Inc.

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

Papillon

Male, Adult
Silverton, OR
We'll also keep you updated on Lucy JuM's adoption status with email updates.
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Lucy JuM

Dalmatian/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 2 yrs 7 mos
Salem, OR
We'll also keep you updated on Wiley Coyote's adoption status with email updates.
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Wiley Coyote

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 5 mos
Portland, OR
We'll also keep you updated on Gonzo's adoption status with email updates.
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Gonzo

Carolina Dog/Foxhound

Male, Adult
Portland, OR
We'll also keep you updated on Badger's adoption status with email updates.
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Badger

Husky

Male, Adult
Portland, OR
We'll also keep you updated on Dylan New Caney's adoption status with email updates.
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Dylan New Caney

Labrador Retriever

Male, 1 mo
Portland, OR

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