Their story begins with you.

Find your new best friend.

Every pet on PawFind is waiting for someone like you. Browse hundreds of rescues, meet the one, and give them a home.

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How adoption works

Three steps to a new best friend

Adopting is simpler than most people think. Here is the whole process.

1

Browse

Search by species, age, size or city until someone catches your eye.

2

Apply

Fill in a short form about your home. It takes about five minutes.

3

Meet & adopt

The shelter contacts you, you meet the pet, and you take them home.

Why adopt

Every adoption saves two lives

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You give a home

One pet leaves the shelter, and the free space saves the next one.

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Ready to go

Most rescues are already vaccinated, chipped and health checked.

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They know

Rescued animals bond deeply. Ask anyone who has adopted one.

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You support shelters

Every adoption frees up food, space and time for animals still waiting.

Have a pet that needs a home?

If you or someone you know can no longer care for a pet, you can list them here. Our team reviews every submission before it goes live.

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Hundreds of rescues are waiting right now.

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