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Humane Animal Rescue - North

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
1101 Western Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15233
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Meet their adoptable pets

1101 Western Ave.

Pittsburgh, PA 15233

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 - 6:00 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 - North

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

Boxer

Male, 3 yrs 11 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Baby's adoption status with email updates.
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Baby

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 9 yrs 2 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Iris's adoption status with email updates.
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Iris

Boxer/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Bodi's adoption status with email updates.
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Bodi

Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 5 yrs 2 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Fuzzy's adoption status with email updates.
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Fuzzy

Domestic Longhair

Female, 13 yrs 2 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Jabba's adoption status with email updates.
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Jabba

Mixed Breed (Large)

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

Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 2 yrs 11 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Jethro's adoption status with email updates.
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Jethro

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 10 mos
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 - North

Beagle Refuge Rescue

New Castle, PA 16101

Pet Friends Inc.

PO Box 484,
Irwin, PA 15642

Beaver County Humane Society

3394 Brodhead Rd,
Aliquippa, PA 15001

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

Lop-Eared

Male, Baby
Latrobe, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Colby's adoption status with email updates.
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Colby

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 mos
Greensburg, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Dobby's adoption status with email updates.
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Dobby

American Staffordshire Terrier

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 yrs
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on DAPPER DAN's adoption status with email updates.
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DAPPER DAN

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Wintersville, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Nessa's adoption status with email updates.
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Nessa

Lionhead

Female, Young
Edinburg, PA

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