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Animal Allies Rescue Foundation

Animal rescue in Baltimore, MD

Animal Allies Rescue Foundation, Inc. (AARF) is an all volunteer run, foster based 501(c)(3) non-profit based in the Baltimore region, dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and adoption of abandoned, abused, homeless, and senior cats and dogs. AARF was founded in 2012 by Arika Pevenstein and Sallyann Jennings in response to the overwhelming need for additional public education about the importance of adoption, animal protection and the animal crises not only in Baltimore, but across the country.

AARF provides a critical pathway for high-need cases, including those that may require costly medical procedures or rehabilitation. By operating exclusively through a network of foster homes, AARF provides personalized care that supports recovery and reveals each animal’s unique personality and needs, enabling us to effectively match them with well-screened, ideal forever homes.

AARF’s alliances with rescue organizations, shelters, veterinary and training professionals, combined with our passionate AARF fosters and volunteers empower our mission to create AARFily Ever Afters – one animal at a time.

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Email info@animalalliesrescue.org
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P.O. Box 6446
Baltimore, MD 21230
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Adoptable pets at Animal Allies Rescue Foundation

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

Shih Tzu

Male, 11 yrs 1 mo
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Stan Lee's adoption status with email updates.
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Stan Lee

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 yrs 1 mo
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Chilly (Cold Bunch Litter)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Chilly (Cold Bunch Litter)

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 yrs
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Frosty (Cold Bunch Litter)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Frosty (Cold Bunch Litter)

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 yrs
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Winter (Cold Bunch Litter)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Winter (Cold Bunch Litter)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 yrs
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Marley's adoption status with email updates.
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Marley

Norfolk Terrier

Male, 8 yrs 1 mo
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Bree's adoption status with email updates.
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Bree

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 8 yrs 9 mos
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Boo (Monsters Inc Litter)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Boo (Monsters Inc Litter)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 10 mos
Baltimore, MD
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Rescue FAQs

Baltimore City and most Maryland Counties

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

Additional adoption info

Thank you for your interest in adopting a pet from Animal Allies Rescue Foundation (AARF). At the heart of our work is ensuring that each AARFie is matched with a family that is going to be their forever family. The application process is the first step in helping us understand you, your home, and factors that may help us determine if this pet is a great match for you — or, help you find a fit that will be. Please complete all the information in our species specific adoption applications; missing information may delay the adoption screening process.

Please note:

AARF only adopts pets to people in the Baltimore/DC metro region. In certain circumstances, we will consider homes in closer areas Pennsylvania, Delaware and Northern Virginia. This is due to the required home visit and long term ability to support the adoption. If you live outside of an hour radius of Baltimore, it is unlikely that your application will be approved.

Completion of the application form does not guarantee AARF will place one of our pets in your care. Many of our animals receive multiple applications, and we evaluate each applicant on fit for the specific animal (not first come first serve).

Completion of the application authorizes AARF to verify any information contained herein, including verification of medical records of any present or prior pets treated by the veterinarians listed.

AARF utilizes Truthfinder, a leading provider of public data about people and their connections to others, to verify certain information provided on foster and adoption applications. Truthfinder does not provide consumer reports and is not a consumer reporting agency as defined by the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

Completion of the adoption application is an indication that the information contained within this application is accurate and not misleading in any way.

All adoptions are at the sole discretion of AARF.

We also remind you that animals are not a short-term commitment, and as such, please give careful consideration to adopting an animal. Make sure your lifestyle allows the time, patience and expenses this animal will need over the years.

Adoption application

https://animalalliesrescue.org/adopt/

https://animalalliesrescue.org/donate/

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos
New Freedom, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Downstairs Frank's adoption status with email updates.
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Downstairs Frank

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 5 mos
Chestertown, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Maverick's adoption status with email updates.
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Maverick

Collie/Husky

Male, 3 mos
Leesburg, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Atlas's adoption status with email updates.
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Atlas

Husky

Male, 3 yrs
Frederick, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Milo's adoption status with email updates.
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Milo

Tabby

Male, Young
Gaithersburg, MD
We'll also keep you updated on *ASTRO's adoption status with email updates.
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*ASTRO

Guinea Pig

Male, 3 mos
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