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Humane Rescue Alliance

Animal shelter in Washington, DC

At the Humane Rescue Alliance, we honor more than 150 years of commitment to protecting animals, supporting families, and advocating for positive change to create a world where all animals can thrive. HRA serves as a national leader and local champion for all animals.

LOCAL FOCUS
With a people-focused, community-based approach, we treat every animal as an individual and emphasize specialized care for both animals and their families. Through our five campuses in the District of Columbia and New Jersey, we are the largest animal services provider in our region – touching the lives of tens of thousands of animals annually through direct rescue, care, and community-based services. Our teams find solutions to both small and big problems, from providing direct care to an animal in crisis to tackling systemic barriers to affordable, pet-friendly housing.

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Phone (202) 723-5730
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71 Oglethorpe St. NW
Washington, DC 20011
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71 Oglethorpe St. NW

Washington, DC 20011

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Adoptable pets at Humane Rescue Alliance

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

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 11 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Mago's adoption status with email updates.
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Mago

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Simone's adoption status with email updates.
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Simone

Poodle (Standard)/Golden Retriever

Female, 3 yrs
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Draco's adoption status with email updates.
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Draco

American Pit Bull Terrier/Boston Terrier

Male, 9 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on America's Sweetheart Hank's adoption status with email updates.
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America's Sweetheart Hank

American Bulldog

Male, 1 yr
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Cleo's adoption status with email updates.
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Cleo

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 1 yr
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Yassen's adoption status with email updates.
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Yassen

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 yrs
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Damita Jo's adoption status with email updates.
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Damita Jo

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 1 yr
Washington, DC
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DC/MD/VA

Additional adoption info

We're dedicated to finding loving homes for all the pets in our care. All you need is love-- and a state issued ID.

WE HAVE 2 ADOPTION CENTERS TO SERVE YOU:
71 OGLETHORPE ST. NW
1201 NEW YORK AVE. NE

Our doors are open from 12 PM to 7 PM every day, offering you ample time to visit and meet your potential new companion. Please arrive no later than 6:30 PM to ensure you have plenty of time to interact with our adorable pups.

Adoptions are on a first-come, first-served basis.

Be sure to bring a leash for your new dog or a carrier for your new cat or small animal. Most animals are ready to go home with you right after you meet them!


Can't make it in person? No problem! We offer virtual adoptions for animals in foster homes. From the comfort of your own home, you can browse our pets online, set up virtual meet and greets, and even conduct adoption counseling sessions.

Adoption application

https://www.humanerescuealliance.org/adopt

https://donate.adoptapet.com/profiles/humane-rescue-alliance

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs
Upper Marlboro, MD
We'll also keep you updated on canisa's adoption status with email updates.
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canisa

Boxer

Female, Puppy
Washington, DC, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Phoenix's adoption status with email updates.
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Phoenix

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos
Leesburg, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Luna's adoption status with email updates.
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Luna

Labrador Retriever

Female, Puppy
Brookeville, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Dewy's adoption status with email updates.
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Dewy

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Fairfax Station, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Mason JuM's adoption status with email updates.
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Mason JuM

American Staffordshire Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs 6 mos
Baltimore, MD

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