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Alberta Rescue Organizations and Shelters

Please Note: Breed specific rescues and shelters are listed under the individual breed sections - please see: Breed Listing for a list of breeds.

For ease of finding a rescue organization near you, the shelters/rescues are listed under specific regions. Please note that some of these listings do provide rescue services/foster care throughout the province and/or in regions beyond their listing.

Select from the following menu for quick access
to Rescues/Shelters from across Ontario:




Calgary & Area

  • Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society (AARCS)
    — A non-profit organization whose mandate is to rescue abandoned, surrendered or abused small animals from First Nations Communities in Central Alberta and place these animals in the safety of a foster home system while awaiting suitable placement in forever, adoptive homes.
    For further information, please e-mail: deanna@albertaanimalrescuecrew.com, Tel. 403-869-4694, or Fax: 403-366-4933
  • Angel's Dream Small Animal Rescue
    — A group of volunteers who are helping to rehome animals in need. Their mission is to help fill the gaps when other rescues are in need of assistance. Angel's Dream Small Animal Rescue Society recently moved part of it's operation to Middle Lake, Saskatchewan. The goal is to operate an animal sanctuary/kennel and be able to provide rescue services, boarding and training. Angel's Dream is also operational in Alberta and offers adoptions and assistance to pet owners and animals across the western provinces.
    Calgary, AB and Middle Lake, SK
    Tel.: (306) 367-2052
    Fax: (403) 775-4382
    E-mail: angelsdreamrescue@gmail.com
  • A·R·F — Animal Rescue Foundation
    — ARF's mission is to rescue stray and abandoned dogs and cats from First Nations and rural areas and place them in loving, permanent homes while providing programs to reduce pet over-population.
    P.O. Box 34160
    Calgary, AB, Canada T3C 1S2
    E-mail: general.info@arf.ab.ca
  • The Calgary Humane Society
    — The Calgary Humane Society’s mission is to foster the humane treatment of animals and promote values which demonstrate respect for animals.
    1323 - 36 Ave NE
    Calgary, Alberta T2E 6T6
    Tel.: (403) 250-7722
    E-mail: admin@calgaryhumane.ca
  • Cochrane & Area Humane Society
    — The Cochrane Humane Society is a charitable organization dedicated to promoting and preserving the well-being of animals, sustained by volunteers and the community.
    62 Griffin Industrial Point
    Cochrane, AB T4C 0A3
    Tel.: (403) 932-2072
    E-mail: shelter@cochranehumane.ca
  • Furever After Rescue Society
    — Furever After Rescue Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue of dogs from high kill shelters, disasters, neglect and other tragic situations from Canada and the United States. Based in Calgary and Edmonton, with foster homes in Red Deer, Calgary and Edmonton.
    E-mail: info@fureverafter.org
    www.fureverafter.org
  • Heaven Can Wait Animal Rescue Foundation
    — Heaven Can Wait provides shelter, care and nourishment to abandoned, abused and homeless domestic animals within High River and the surrounding area.
    Box 6131
    High River, AB, T1V 1P7
    Phone: (403) 601-2520
    E-mail: hcw@telusplanet.net
  • Misty Creek Dog Rescue "All Breed Dog Rescue"
    — Misty Creek Dog Rescue is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping all canines in need.
    Mailing Address Only:
    Suite # 472
    300, 8120 Beddington Blvd. N.W.
    Calgary, AB T3K 2A8
    E-mail: mistycreek@netkaster.ca
  • Oops-A-Dazy Rescue and Sanctuary Society
    www.oppsadazy.com
    — Serving Calgary and Area.
    Tel.: (403)734-1013
    E-mail: oopsadazyrescue@yahoo.ca
  • Pawsitive Match Rescue
    www.pawsitivematch.org
    — We are a new type of dog rescue group that pulls from high kill shelters. We also specialize in matching humans with dogs. If you are looking for any type of dog please contact us and we will do our absolute best to get you that right match!
    Located in the Calgary area.
    E-mail: pawsitivematch@gmail.com
  • Pugs n' Pals K9 Rescue
    — Pugs n' Pals is a not for profit organization dedicated to the rescue, care and placement of unwanted, abandoned, neglected or abused Pugs or other small breeds, giving them a second chance in a loving and caring forever home.
    164 Dover Ridge Bay SE
    Calgary, AB T2B 2B5
    Tel.: (403) 248-0122
    E-mail: streetle@telus.net


Edmonton & Area

  • Alberta SPCA
    — The mission of the Alberta SPCA is to have every animal in Alberta humanely treated.
    10806 124 Street
    Edmonton AB Canada T5M 0H3
    Information: (780) 447-3600
    Animal Abuse and Neglect Complaints: (780) 451-CARE
    Toll Free: 1-800-455-9003 Fax: (780) 447-4748
    E-mail: info@albertaspca.org
  • Autumn Hollow Sanctuary Animal Resue
    — Autumn Hollow is a non specific animals rescue. Dogs/pups of small or toy breeds are accepted (under 10 lbs). We also offer sanctuary to birds, specifically parrots and exotic animals. We are an 'end of the line' rescue specializing in seniors and animals with behavior issues.
    Site 111, Comp 27, RR1
    Alberta Beach, AB
    T0E 0A1
    Tel.: 780-924-3633
    E-mail: autumndomoslai@yahoo.com
  • Edmonton Humane Society
    — The Edmonton Humane Society is dedicated to protect animals from suffering and to promote life long commitment to animal welfare and dignity.
    12251 - 67 Street NW,
    Edmonton, AB, T5B 1M8
    Phone: (780) 471-1774
    E-mail: ehs@edmontonhumanesociety.com
  • Furever After Rescue Society
    — Furever After Rescue Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue of dogs from high kill shelters, disasters, neglect and other tragic situations from Canada and the United States. Based in Calgary and Edmonton, with foster homes in Red Deer, Calgary and Edmonton.
    E-mail: info@fureverafter.org
    www.fureverafter.org
  • The Humane Animal Rescue Team (HART)
    — A non-profit organization committed to: rescue stray, abandoned and unwanted dogs and cats from rural areas surrounding Edmonton, AB and place them in permanent homes; and provide programs that promote responsible pet ownership, and prevent cruelty to animals.
    c/o 12348-134 Street
    Edmonton, AB, T5L 1T9
    Tel.: 455-hart (4278)
    E-mail: info@humaneanimalrescueteam.ca
  • K9 Care and Rescue
    — K9 Care and Rescue's mission is to provide food for hungry dogs on Parkland area Alberta reservations; to educate dog owners; to provide discounted vaccinations and medicines to prevent or treat disease; and to remove abandoned or surrendered dogs and place them in loving homes. Additionally, K9 Care and Rescue arranges discounted veterinary services for general health care and for spaying or neutering.
    Spruce Grove and Parkland Area
  • Parkland Animal K-9 Society (PAKS)
  • — A new rescue group based in Parkland County. PAKS is dedicated to reducing the number of unwanted and stray animals held at Parkland County Animal Control and help to educate the public in respect to pet management.

  • Safe Haven Animal Rescue Edmonton Society (SHARES)
    — A non-profit rescue organization serving Edmonton and its surrounding area.
    Edmonton, AB
    Tel.: 780-974-4674 or 780-707-5753
    E-mail: dogsrus@shaw.ca


Central Alberta


Southern Alberta

  • Brooks Animal Protection Society (BAPS)
    — The Brooks Animal Protection Society (formerly Brooks and District SPCA) is a charitable organization dedicated to finding homes for surrendered animals.
    Brooks, Alberta
    Tel.: 403-362-4323
    Fax: 403-362-8316
    Animal Control Tel.: 403-793-7840
    E-mail: dogs@bapsociety.com and cats@bapsociety.com
  • Crowsnest Pass SPCA
    — "We are a member society of the Alberta SPCA. We run the local animal shelter here in The Crowsnest Pass. Our main aim is to place homeless or unwanted animals into their new forever homes which are appropriate for each individual animal and their new guardians."
    E-mail: huskyhaven@hotmail.com
  • Hanna S.P.C.A. Pet Shelter & Rescue
    — A volunteer group dedicated to animal welfare, dignity and their protection from suffering.
    Hanna, Alberta
    Tel.: (403) 854 0706
    E-mail: info@hannaspca.com
  • Lethbridge & District Humane Society
    — The Lethbridge & District Humane Society's main goal is to find the best possible homes for abandoned, stray and previously owned animals from Lethbridge and surrounding area.
    2920 - 16 Avenue N.
    P.O. Box 783, Lethbridge, AB T1J 3Z6
    Phone: 320-8991
    E-mail: petcity@telus.net
  • Oops-A-Dazy Rescue and Sanctuary
    — A new registered charity that rescues all animals including dogs.
    Box 482
    Gleichen, AB
    T0J 1N0
    Tel.: 1-888-734-1013
    Fax: (403) 734-1014
    E-mail: oopsadazyrescue@yahoo.ca
  • Pincher Creek Humane Society/SPCA
    — It is the aim of the Pincher Creek Humane Society to place all animals that come into our care in suitable homes where they will be well looked after and happy.
    P O Box 2647
    1068 Kettles Street
    Pincher Creek, Alberta
    T0K 1W0
    Tel.: (403) 627-5191
    Email: pcspca@telus.net
  • Prairie Dog Canine Rescue
    — Based in Lethbridge, Alberta, Prairie Dog Canine Rescue serves all of Southern Alberta but has also rescued dogs from as far away as Nunavit.
    E-mail: manymuddypaws@yahoo.com
    Website: prairiedogcaninerescue.blogspot.com or www.petfinder.com/shelters/AB48.html.
  • SOS Pet Rescue
    — A local "no-kill" rescue society, with the philosophy that ALL animals deserve a happy and healthy life. SOS Pet Rescue rescues dogs, cats, reptiles, rodents, birds and various other small creatures, whether they are old, young, healthy or have special needs.
    PO Box 478
    Redcliff, AB
    T0J 2P0
    Tel.: (403) 548-7850 E-mail: sospet@shaw.ca
    Website: www.sospet.petfinder.com
  • Willows Haven Ranch & Rescue
    — Willows Haven Ranch is an ALL BREED rescue operation dedicated to preserving the lives of unwanted pets. For owners seeking a safe place to bring their pets, to adoptable, retrained and socialized dogs or our food distribution program, Willows Haven is here for all dogs.
    Strathmore, Alberta
    Tel. (403) 901-2123
    E-mail: dcrierie@telus.net


Northern Alberta

  • Fort McMurray SPCA Animal Shelter
    — The mission of the Fort McMurray S.P.C.A. is to have every animal in the Municipality of Wood Buffalo humanely treated. The objective is to prevent cruelty to any and all animals within the Municipality of Wood Buffalo.
    155 MacAlpine Crescent
    Fort McMurray, Alberta T9H 4A5
    Phone: (780) 743-8997
  • Grande Prairie & Districa SPCA
    — A non-profit organization serving the northern communities of Alberta. Providing not only a safe haven for neglected/abused animals but also perform adoptions, provide education in the community, as well as investigate and shelter those in need in a professional and compassionate way.
    Located in the Airport Industrial Park
    12220-104 AVE, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 8A8
    Phone: (780) 538-4030
    E-mail: info@gpspca.com
  • Lakeland Humane Society
    — In cooperation with local communities, the Lakeland Humane Society provides a safe haven for animals, while promoting responsible pet ownership, a concern for animal welfare and their environment, and compassion for all living things, and a commitment to make a difference.
    Cold Lake, Alberta
    Tel.: (780) 594-1896
    E-mail: admin@lakelandhumanesociety.org
  • NASAP — The Northern Alberta Society For Animal Protection
    — NASAP adopted out 53 animals in its first year of operation, 129 in its second year, 459 in its third year, and 534 animals in 2002. They are now in their fifth year of operation.
    Box 79016, 1020 Sherwood Drive
    Sherwood Park, AB T8A 2G4
    Phone: (780) 922-0250
    E-mail: admin@nasap.ca
  • Peace River SPCA
    — A non-profit homeless shelter for animals who have been abused, neglected or abandoned.
    9510-94th Avenue
    Peace River, AB
    Tel.: 780-624-3633
    E-mail: prspca@telusplanet.net
  • Prairie Animal Rescue Society
    — Located in High Prairie, Alberta but take in dogs and cats from several areas.
    Phone: (780) 536-3868
  • Second Chance Animal Rescue Society
    — To promote the humane care and protection of all animals and to prevent cruelty and suffering. The Second Chance Animal Rescue Society is dedicated to reducing the number of homeless and abandoned animals in the Athabasca and Lakeland area (northern Alberta).
    Box 3045
    Athabasca, AB T9S 2B9
    Tel.: (780)220-1201
    E-mail: scars_animalrescue@yahoo.ca

If you know of a Shelter or Rescue Organization that is not listed here, please contact us with the details and we will be glad to add it to the appropriate listing.

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