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The Best Gilbert, AZ Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024

David Adams

June 25, 2024

Dog Rescues & Shelters

This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in Gilbert, AZ. These remarkable organizations have been recognized for their unwavering dedication to the well-being of countless dogs. We've compiled this list by gathering heartfelt testimonials from both the Sniffspot community and the wider public, ensuring a comprehensive perspective on these exceptional shelters.

One Love Arizona: Rescue, Advocacy + Sterilization
#79 in United States, #5 in Arizona, #1 in Gilbert
#7 in pit Bull
Pit Bull
Gilbert
One Love utilizes innovative and forward-thinking programs to rescue and rehabilitate at-risk dogs, advocate for shelter animals, and provide free spay + neuter services.y
"One Love AZ consistently provides medical care, enrichment and hope for the shelter dogs in the Phoenix area."
— kimm t.
Supporter
"One love does so many great things for the community. With their span neuter programs, they are trying to stop..."
— dana k.
Volunteer / foster

Friends For Life Animal Rescue
#96 in United States, #8 in Arizona, #2 in Gilbert
Gilbert
Friends for Life Animal Rescue is dedicated to the homeless and stray animals in our community. These animals do not have an advocate and will likely suffer starvation, illness, or injury as they try to survive alone. Animals on the street are often unaltered, reproducing and creating even more unwanted animals. Friends for Life prefers to get to the source of the problem through spaying and neutering all animals we take in, and educating the public about the importance of altering their animals.
"Staff so nice and friendly for both animals and humans"
— aysima y.
Supporter, Fan
"I started volunteering at friends for life in October of 2024. They have many dedicated volunteers who donate their time..."
— mary k.
Volunteer / foster

Arizona Humane Society
#97 in United States, #9 in Arizona, #3 in Gilbert
Gilbert
In 2013, Maricopa County was one of the worst places to be a pet. Shelters were facing the second worst pet overpopulation crisis in the United States. The Arizona Humane Society was a large rescue shelter taking in thousands of homeless animals, but there were still many pets with treatable illnesses being euthanized throughout the state. We knew a radical shift in thinking was needed to save more animal lives. So, we began systematically launching multiple initiatives to care for the most vulnerable in our community. Today, we take in the pets that other shelters can't care for: the ones who are sick, who are injured, or who would normally be euthanized in other shelters because of their tough medical needs. We serve as a safety net for the Valley's most vulnerable pets, and our Ethical No-Kill Philosophy‚ ensures we never euthanize a pet for space or based on the length of time they've been with us. And every effort has been worth it. Since 2013, we've reduced euthanasia by 83%‚that's 150,000 additional lives saved. Here's how we're transforming animal welfare in Arizona.
"The Humane Society of Tucson Arizona has a wonderful staff and was very thoughtful and heartfelt when it came to..."
— malissa w.
Supporter, Fan
"AZ Humane is filled with good and caring people. They consistently show their community how they are doing great work..."
— katherine s.
Adoptee, Supporter, Fan

Rotten Rottie Rescue
#98 in United States, #10 in Arizona, #4 in Gilbert
#3 in rottweiler
Rottweiler
Gilbert
Thank you for visiting rottenrottie.com, Arizona's only Rottweiler rescue located in Gilbert, right outside of Phoenix! Within this website you should hopefully find all the answers you are looking for when it comes to helping rescue this great breed! From the dogs we have rescued, who's in foster care, how to become a volunteer or a foster parent, forms for adopting, donating, dog training , up coming events and so much more! We work hard to save as many as these great boys and girls off the euthanasia list at our county's animal shelter as we can (we also take owner surrenders, depending on temperament). Moreover, we rescue dogs from the Pinal County Shelter as well, and on several occasions have rescued rotties from neighboring states who were scheduled to be euthanized. The more Rottweilers we can place into forever homes, the more we can save! This rescue is foster based, meaning we do not have a large kennel where we house the dogs in cages all day. Each rottweiler that we rescue goes to live with a family who has experience or has been trained on how to safely bring in a homeless rottweiler, whose temperament is pretty much unknown. There the dog is able to relax and shows us his true colors. We are able to help train and tweak bad habits and behavior and learn what may set the dog off, such as a cat, another dog, a crying baby etc. This knowledge gives us the ability to match our dogs with families who would be a good fit. This gives the adopter a much better advantage then going to the shelter and picking out a dog that no one knows anything about, taking it home to find out that the dog gets very aggressive when he sees a cat and you hoped he was going to be fluffy's new best friend.
"They do great rescue work"
— cathy m.
Fan
"I loved helping provide a safe comfy home to these pups. I was lucky enough to help a few pups.Honey..."
— nikki w.
Adoptee, Volunteer / foster

Arizona Animal Welfare League
#98 in United States, #10 in Arizona, #4 in Gilbert
Gilbert
The Arizona Animal Welfare League is the largest and oldest no-kill shelter in Arizona. A "no-kill" shelter is an animal shelter that does not kill healthy or treatable animals even when the shelter is full, reserving euthanasia for terminally ill animals or those considered dangerous to public safety. AAWL is a registered 501c3 non-profit organization, tax ID 23-7149453. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law. AAWL rescues, rehabilitates, and re-homes more than 4,000 dogs and cats that are abandoned or that have been surrendered by their owners. We do this primarily by rescuing them from other shelters in Maricopa County where they are likely to be euthanized due to the lack of time and resources to care for them. At any one time, our shelter will hold 140 cats and 190 dogs. We also have a foster parent network of approximately 90 families who provide care and shelter in their homes for puppies and kittens that are too young to be adopted, and those animals that are recovering from medical procedures or that need socialization before adoption. All pets offered for adoption have been spayed or neutered; micro-chipped and are current on all vaccinations. Any medical treatments needed, including surgeries, are provided by our medical team and all animals are evaluated by our behavior department. Learn more about our Phoenix veterinary services and animal clinic. AAWL not only adopts companion animals into loving homes, but we also hold a leadership position in the community in education and animal welfare issues. Check out our extensive dog and obedience training classes.
"Arizona’s largest and oldest no-kill shelter. The staff was wonderful! I adopted a blind dog and was even able able..."
— chelsie g.
Adoptee
"Good vibes"
— kailey r.
Adoptee

Maricopa animal care and control
#99 in United States, #11 in Arizona, #5 in Gilbert
Gilbert
At Maricopa County Animal Care & Control we know a thing or two about making connections and saving lives. Animal homelessness is a community problem that requires a community solution.
"This place helped me find my first pet! Lots of animals need homes and I want to help them get..."
— bailey m.
Adoptee

Lost Our Home Pet Rescue
#99 in United States, #11 in Arizona, #5 in Gilbert
Gilbert
"I adopted my puppy from here and they made the process so easy, had all her vaccinations up to date,..."
— ashley s.
Adoptee

AZ CARE
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert

Central Arizona Animal Rescue
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert

Carrie On Rescue
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert
Helping our loyal canine and feline friends carry on to their forever homes. Carrie On Rescue was founded in 2013. We are a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit no-kill pet rescue organization based in Gilbert, AZ. We are all volunteers with no paid employees who dedicate our free time to help save as many animals from death row at the local shelters in the Phoenix area as we can. Carrie on Rescue holds adoption events regularly on Saturdays at Bark Avenue, located on 835 W. Warner Road in Gilbert, AZ. You may also meet our dogs by contacting us directly, and arranging for a personal meet-and-greet appointment during the week. We do not have a shelter facility of our own. All of our animals are placed in loving foster homes until they are adopted. The directors of Carrie on Rescue have been involved in animal rescue for more than a decade. Our main purpose is to save dogs from the euthanasia list at the Maricopa County shelter and other shelters in the area, but we also take in strays from time to time. We are very passionate about what we do as we truly love animals and we hope to see the day where all animals will have a loving home and we will no longer be needed. We envision the day when all animal shelters are empty because every dog and cat has found a loving family who will cherish them for their entire life.

HALO Animal Rescue
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert
HALO (Helping Animals Live On) is a private, 501(c)(3), non-profit organization founded in 1994 by two women, Michel Herstam and Heather Allen, out of their homes in Phoenix, AZ. HALO provides temporary shelter to abandoned cats and dogs until they can be adopted into a permanent home.

Valley Dogs Rescue
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert
Formed in 2008, Valley Dogs has helped hundreds of dogs find their forever homes. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit (EIN: 26-0896950), no-kill animal rescue organization whose mission is to rescue dogs that have been abandoned, neglected, or otherwise placed in harm's way; to provide temporary housing for adoptable dogs, and to promote and encourage the responsible care of pets, especially spaying or neutering, micro-chipping and vaccination of dogs and puppies.

National Anatolian Shepherd Rescue Network
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert

Arizona Schnauzer Rescue
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert
Arizona Schnauzer Rescue, Inc. is an all-volunteer non-profit, tax-deductible charity dedicated to finding new, loving homes for miniature schnauzers. We do not require a donation or fee to take a dog into rescue. Donations are tax-deductible, but not required. All of our dogs must be spayed/neutered, current on vaccinations, groomed, housebroken and their teeth cleaned (if needed) before we adopt them into a new home. If a dog has any behavioral issues, we work on that before adoption. We have a waiting list of homes desiring to adopt a schnauzer from us. We carefully screen the new homes and when we adopt a dog it is always on a two-week trial basis - to make sure the dog is happy and the people are happy before an adoption is finalized.

Freedom Brothers Rescue and Recovery
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert
Freedom Brothers Rescue and Recovery is a non-profit, no-kill, volunteer animal rescue and recovery organization serving the Phoenix Arizona area. We are a tax-deductible organization for animals who have very little or no hope living elsewhere. We place animals in loving, responsible, permanent homes after a comprehensive adoption process. This includes taking considerable care in locating good matches and educating prospective adopters about the responsibilities and costs of bringing an animal into their homes and lives. Our belief is that there is a special home for each and every pet given enough time to find one.

Pittie Me Rescue
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert

Companion Animal Rehabilitation Emergency Medical Fund
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert
C.A.R.E. initially started as a funding source for a small, local shelter that did not have in-house medical care. The medical pets in this shelter had the unfortunate luck of landing in a shelter that had no budget for outside medical treatment. We saw an opportunity to work with city officials to create a better world for these pets and saved over 400 lives through our intervention. We have since become a medical-only rescue implementing life-saving programs that save the lives of at-risk shelter pets. C.A.R.E. currently has two special-need programs in addition to our General Emergency Fund. • Senior Animal Wellness Program - The Senior Animal Wellness Program is intended for senior dogs and cats over the age of seven. These pets are at most risk for euthanasia due to age, age-related illnesses and/or lack of owner information. The program provides a complete senior wellness exam including bloodwork, x-rays, urinalysis, and fecal testing. Senior pets that participate in the program become more adoptable as it gives valuable insight into the health of a senior pet, especially those with unknown medical histories. • Parvo Fund - C.A.R.E.’s Parvo Fund assists with dogs and puppies that are diagnosed with Parvovirus. The fund covers the cost for hospitalization, (which can sometimes last 7 days or more), fluids, antibiotics and immune boosters. These animals are almost always euthanized at the shelter and therefore their best chance of survival is to be transferred to a vet hospital. These puppies are then moved to foster homes to recover until their quarantine period expires. • General Emergency Fund – covers all emergency medical funding costs including diagnostics, treatment, emergency vet fees, regular vet fees, specialists, surgery costs, hospitalization and medications. (It is also worth mentioning that although C.A.R.E. does not have a formal program for helping low-income individuals or veterans seeking financial assistance for their own pets, we do try our best to aid those individuals when funds are available.) "We are one of the very few organizations in Arizona that pull ONLY medical pets from shelters." C.A.R.E. Medical Fund is a foster-based, medical-only rescue. Our adoption program helps medically challenged animals to become adoptable by providing immediate medical care and rehabilitation. While other rescues take in medical dogs some of the time, we only intake pets that have serious injury or illness. These pets are at high risk for euthanasia at the shelter. Unfortunately, the high cost of care is why medical dogs are not pulled by local rescues. Once these pets are restored to health, they are put up for adoption. "Our expenses are always higher, our commitment is longer and unfortunately, not all our pets make it." Each one of our rescues require medical care that exceed the standard norms for rescue pets. Often, we are trying to diagnose a condition that is not immediately evident. Every case we encounter is unique and therefore has its unique challenges. This requires time, patience and above all, funds to be able to diagnose and treat the condition. For those pets that we feel are best left in our care for their lifetime, we created a hospice program. For those pets that need end-of-life care, we are always there to help transition them to the Rainbow Bridge. We will NEVER allow a pet to needlessly suffer. "Our fosters are the lifeblood of our organization. They are the superheroes." Pets pulled from the shelter live with fosters in their homes until ready for adoption. Most of our team fosters have experience handling animals that have medical challenges and are prepared to be their caretaker for the long haul. The time, love and commitment that all our volunteers put into each pet makes them all superheroes and when they see a pet that was once considered “unadoptable” find their forever home, the feeling is incredible. "Our supporters, donors and friends keep us strong and give us hope for the future." C.A.R.E. Medical Fund runs entirely on the generosity of our supporters. We receive no outside funding from government or state agencies and public and private grants for our small organization is limited. We need your help so that we can continue to help homeless animals that need emergency medical funding. We would greatly appreciate your help in order to help more animals that need vet care.

Back The Blue Pet Rescue
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert
BTBPR is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing abused, neglected and abandoned animals. BTBPR strives to find these animals forever homes and reduce euthanasia. BTBPR also assists Arizona’s retired public safety K9’s with medical needs. BTBPR is comprised of board members either working in or having had prior experience working in Law Enforcement. It is this experience that brought BTBPR to life. Years ago, a call to home regarding a neglected Pitbull mix changed one board members way of thinking about animals. This beautiful Pit had just given birth and was found to be extremely dehydrated, emaciated, and severally abused. The hot summer in Arizona left this momma to dig holes in the ground to help keep her babies cool enough to survive the excruciating heat. The hardest part was how scared this momma was, and trust was something that did not come easy for her. Today, Lexi is doing great, and so are her puppies. That was over six years ago. The countless stories do not end with Lexi; rather she was just the beginning. BTBPR does not discriminate regarding animal breeds or even types of animals. BTBPR has also helped owners needing long-term medical care find temporary homes for their beloved animals so they could heal, knowing their fur babies were taken care of. In fact, BTBPR is in the beginning stages with area hospitals regarding assistance with hospice patients and critical long-term care patients who refuse to seek treatment because they have concerns for their animals. Also, area real estate agents seek BTBPR out when their clients reluctantly make the move to assisted living homes and need to find homes for their pets. BTBPR is also dedicated to lowering the feral feline population (homeless and unsocialized cats) by conducting regular Trap Neuter Return (TNR) events. During these events, feral cats are humanely trapped, neutered/spayed and then returned to the area they were trapped. TNR helps reduce the population of feral cats and still allows them to live a healthy life in the area they were located. Often, during these events, a cat first believed to be feral is not, and BTBPR will find them homes. BTBPR also socializes kittens born to feral mothers and finds them forever homes. To date, BTBPR has neutered/spayed hundreds of feral cats throughout Arizona. BTBPR is dedicated to giving back to area police agency K9 handlers by assisting with their medical needs. When a K9 can no longer work, due to age, health or injury, the K9 handler is responsible for its care when the dog is retired. These costs are often astronomical and strain the personal finances of these handlers. Most of the K9’s that are retired still have a life to live, but without medical assistance will be euthanized. BTBPR feels these dogs deserve better from us as they have served their communities with dedication and honor. Recently Chandler Police K9 Bronco was diagnosed with a brain tumor and was immediately retired. The tumor was operable, but at a high financial cost to his handler. BTBPR assisted with fundraisers, and Bronco received the treatment he deserved and will live several more years to enjoy his retirement. In addition, education is critical in saving animals, and BTBPR consistently provides training to not only the communities of Arizona but to police departments as well. Too often a call regarding a vicious animal is not as it seems, and the animals are either removed to be euthanized or shot on sight due to their behavior. Let us not forget that animals, even when abused, will protect their homes. By educating officers, providing less lethal means of capture, animals lives are saved. BTBPR assists other rescues as well by providing food, medicine, bedding, and shelter. BTBPR also contributes food, bedding, medicine, and shelter to the less fortunate who love their animals but sometimes fall into financial hardship. Without our help, owners in these situations surrender their animals which places them at risk for euthanasia. To date, BTBPR and their board members have saved hundreds of animals by providing medical care, shelter, and forever homes. BTBPR dedicates all they do to Lexi, her story is not unlike many others, but she was our beginning.

The Last Resort
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert

San Tan Animal Rescue
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert
San Tan Animal Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit (EIN: 82-2359666 ), no-kill animal rescue organization who's mission is to rescue dogs that have been abandoned, neglected, or otherwise placed in harm's way; to provide temporary housing for adoptable dogs, and to promote and encourage the responsible care of pets, especially spaying or neutering, micro-chipping and vaccination of dogs and puppies. We have over 30 years of combined rescue experience and knowledge. All our dog's are spayed or neutered, microchipped and current on all their shots prior to being adopted. We do not have a kennel / shelter type of facility. We believe the most effective and successful way to match families and pets is to foster them in our own homes. Fostering dogs allows us to train the dogs to have good doggie manners and allows us to learn about the dog's personality and character. Ultimately fostering our rescue animals allows us to give potential adopters complete information on the pet's behavior and how well he / she will fit with a family and lifestyle. If you would like to be a foster please let us know. In order to adopt the dogs that are in our group, we hold adoption events every Saturday at the Petsmart in Queen Creek. Many of San Tan Animal Rescue Puppies and adult dogs are rescued from city animal shelters right before they're scheduled to be euthanized. Other dogs come to us from people who have found them as a stray or abandoned, and often gravely ill. Unfortunately, there are far more homeless dogs than we can care for, but we do our best to place as many dogs as we can into a San Tan Animal Rescue foster homes. For the cases where we are unable to bring a dog into our group we offer families the option to courtesy post their dog on our website.

Fur the Paws
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert
Our amazing team of volunteers are committed to helping dogs and supporting their guardians who have limited or no resources. Our members and volunteers provide the momentum that helps us affect positive change. We are always in need of Neighborhood Captains to help in this fight. Think you would be a good fit?

Desert Paws Rescue
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert
Since 2008, we have provided thousands of dogs and cats with a second chance at a happy ending. rescue Cats are often placed on a shelter’s Euthanasia list because of acute illness or behavior. We rescue these types of animals so that we can provide them with necessary medical attention and a second chance at long and healthy lives. Desert Paws also takes pride in pulling Ringworm+, FIV+, and FeLV+ cats that might otherwise be euthanized due to their condition. education Arizona has one of the highest homeless pet populations in the country! We strive to inform and educate our community about the importance of spay and neuter and the value of commitment to a healthy-pet-lifestyle. These values must be prioritized in order for our community to reduce our homeless pet population and reduce unnecessary euthanization of otherwise adoptable pets.

Saving One Life
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert
Established in 2009, Saving One Life is a volunteer-run, foster-based, never-kill animal rescue serving canines and felines in need throughout Arizona and Southern California. As a never-kill rescue, we provide all veterinary intervention needed for the animals in our care. We only consider euthanasia when all other medical options are exhausted (i.e., end-of-life–terminal cancer, end-stageend stage renal failure) and when it is in the best interest of the animal in our care.

Humane Animal Rescue and Trapping Team
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert
Lost Our Home Pet Rescue was founded in 2008 as a grassroots response to the housing crisis that left thousands of people displaced and thousands of pets abandoned. Lost Our Home Founder and Executive Director, Jodi Polanski, worked as a local mortgage banker during that time and witnessed these devastating results firsthand. Pets were abandoned in foreclosed homes, often without food or water. Others were forced into shelters‚ their owners having no other choice. With the second highest foreclosure rates, and the second highest shelter-euthanasia rates, Maricopa County was experiencing a crisis and no existing service was designed to address the needs of both people and pets. Jodi was quick to recognize this urgent need and launched Lost Our Home Pet Rescue with just a small network of volunteers who were focused on helping the pets that had been abandoned during the housing crisis. Help and hope were on the way! Soon we learned that the need was even greater than we originally thought, and we responded by quickly expanding our programs to offer additional programs for pets and pet parents facing other life crises too.

Wildhorse Ranch Rescue
#100 in United States, #12 in Arizona, #6 in Gilbert
Gilbert
Wildhorse Ranch Rescue aka Wildhorse, was started in 1995 by Kim Meagher (pronounced Maher), an employee of Intel Corporation. She and her two young children, Nick and McKay, accidentally found out about the plight of homeless horses in the United States. Once they knew that over 60,000 horses in this country are sent to horrible deaths each year, they knew they had to do something to help. They rescued horses privately from 1995 until 2000. But even with their efforts, they could not save very many horses. Kim applied for, and received non-profit status for Wildhorse and with the help of many people, Wildhorse has been able to save hundreds of horses from death, abuse and neglect. Note: Our use of the term "horses" refers to all types of equine. Wildhorse also takes in retired United States Government horses and mules from the US Forest Service, and the United States Cavalry. Wildhorse provides an opportunity for these hardworking animals to live in peace and comfort in their golden years. No, the US Government does not pay for their retirement. Wildhorse is a registered 501(c)3 organization with the Federal Government and in the State of Arizona. All donations are tax deductible as allowed by the IRS.

What's the Sniffspot Gilbert Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List About?

Welcome to the 2024 Gilbert, AZ Sniffspot Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List, highlighting the top rescues and shelters in Gilbert, AZ chosen by the Sniffspot community and the public.

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Sniffspot Gilbert Dog Rescues & Shelters Frequently Asked Questions

How many dog rescues and shelters operate in Gilbert?

There are 25 in Gilbert. Outside of Gilbert, there are 119 located in Arizona.

What are the most reputable dog rescues and shelters in Gilbert?

There are many reputable rescues in Gilbert, the top 3 on our list are: One Love Arizona: Rescue, Advocacy + Sterilization, Friends For Life Animal Rescue, Arizona Humane Society.

What specialized services do dog rescues and shelters in Gilbert offer?

The most common specialization for dog rescues and shelters in Gilbert is Pit Bull with 1 focusing on it. The second most common specialization is Rottweiler with 1 focusing on it.

How can I adopt a rescue dog in Gilbert?

Using our list of the top dog rescues and shelters, you can find a reputable shelter in Gilbert. The adoption policies of each shelter varies and you can find information on the shelter profile page. Here is an example adoption policy:
Our adoption policy focuses on finding the best matches for both people and dogs.

Are there any breed-specific dog rescues and shelters in Gilbert?

Yes! Gilbert has the following types of breed-specific dog rescues and shelters: Pit Bull Rottweiler

Can you recommend any dog rescues in Gilbert that specialize in senior dogs?

We do not have any record of senior dog rescues and shelters in Gilbert, but these are the closest cities with senior dog rescues and shelters: Phoenix

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David Adams

June 25, 2024

Dog Rescues & Shelters

David Adams

About the author

David Adams is a man of many passions, but his love for dogs stands above all. He is not only a dog lover, but also the founder of an innovative platform called Sniffspot. This unique platform connects dog owners with private property owners who are willing to rent out their space for off-leash playtime. While the idea of Sniffspot was initially conceived by his wife, Rebecca, David has been the driving force behind its remarkable success, tirelessly overseeing its growth and development. David's dedication to providing safe and enjoyable spaces for dogs to play, explore, and socialize is evident in his unwavering commitment to Sniffspot. He strongly believes that dogs need ample space and opportunities to stretch their legs and have fun. As a result, he has worked tirelessly to build a network of private property owners across the country who share his vision and are willing to offer their space for the benefit of dogs and their owners. Despite his busy schedule, David always finds time to indulge in his passion for the great outdoors. He loves nothing more than exploring new hiking trails and embarking on thrilling outdoor adventures. Whenever he is not working on Sniffspot, he can often be found hiking or visiting multi-acre fenced sniffspots with his two beloved dogs, Soba and Toshii. He is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys the fresh air, breathtaking scenery, and the sense of freedom that comes with being in nature. David is based in Salem, MA.

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Your dog is reactive. They’ll see another dog, person, or other stimulus in the environment (like a car or bike) while out on a walk and suddenly go crazy at the end of their leash. The barking, lunging, and growling feels embarrassing for you — and it’s clear that your pup isn’t having a great time either.
How to Socialize Your Reactive Dog
Does your dog display reactivity to other pets or people? Maybe they’re a new rescue pup and are still settling into your home. Or they were sick growing up, so you missed their critical socialization period. Possibly they’ve had a bad experience after being raised as a normal puppy.
Definitive Guide: What is Dog Reactivity?
Do you have a reactive dog or suspect you may have one? You’re not alone!
The 9 Best Online Communities for Reactive Dog Parents
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Top dog trainers in the US

The Best Dog Trainers in the United States of 2024
This is a list of the top dog trainers in the United States, based on votes from the Sniffspot community and the general public.
The Best Dog Trainers in Seattle, WA of 2024
This is a list of the top dog trainers in Seattle, WA, based on votes from the Sniffspot community and the general public.
The Best Dog Trainers in Portland, OR of 2024
This is a list of the top dog trainers in Portland, OR, based on votes from the Sniffspot community and the general public.
The Best Dog Trainers in Los Angeles, CA of 2024
This is a list of the top dog trainers in Los Angeles, CA, based on votes from the Sniffspot community and the general public.
The Best Dog Trainers in New York, NY of 2024
This is a list of the top dog trainers in New York, NY, based on votes from the Sniffspot community and the general public.

City dog parks guides

The Best Indoor Dog Parks in the United States
Looking for a space to play with your dog no matter what the weather’s like outside? Look no further than our list of the best indoor dog parks in the United States! These climate-controlled spaces are growing in popularity as pet ownership increases throughout the country. As a bonus, many of them also offer dog training, boarding, grooming, or daycare services on the premises.
The Best Off-Leash Dog Parks in the United States
Looking for the perfect place to play with your dog? We’ve got you covered! It’s hard to narrow down, but we’ve put together some of the best off-leash dog parks throughout the country so you can plan your next adventure — along with a checklist of what to bring, what to know beforehand, and some frequently asked questions.
The Best Las Vegas, Nevada Dog Parks
Looking for the perfect place to play with your dog in Las Vegas? We’ve got you covered! Take a look at the best local dog parks to plan for your next adventure in Sin City.
The Best United States Dog Parks
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The Best Portland, Oregon Dog Parks
Looking for the perfect place to play with your dog in Portland? We’ve got you covered! Take a look at the best local dog parks and plan for your next adventure in the City of Roses.

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Top 1,000 Most Popular Dog Names
Looking for the perfect dog name for your new pup? We have created filterable lists of dog names from our database of hundreds of thousands of Sniffspot users. You can filter by gender, breed and state to find the most cute, unique and creative dog names.
Most Popular Male Dog Names
Looking for the perfect dog name for your new male pup? We have created filterable lists of male dog names from our database of hundreds of thousands of Sniffspot users. You can filter by gender, breed and state to find the most cute, unique and creative male dog names.
Most Popular Female Dog Names
Looking for the perfect dog name for your new female pup? We have created filterable lists of female dog names from our database of hundreds of thousands of Sniffspot users. You can filter by gender, breed and state to find the most cute, unique and creative female dog names.
Most Popular Golden Retriever Names
Welcome to our comprehensive list of Golden Retriever dog names, curated from our vast database of Sniffspot users. Filter through hundreds of thousands of options by gender, breed, and state to discover the most adorable, original, and imaginative names for your beloved Golden Retriever.
Most Popular Labrador Retriever Names
Welcome to our Labrador Retriever dog names page! Here you can browse through filterable lists of names for your beloved furry friend, ranging from cute and classic to unique and creative options. Our database of hundreds of thousands of Sniffspot users ensures you'll find the perfect name for your Labrador Retriever, whether you're seeking a name for a male or female, based on breed or state.

Top dog rescues in the US

The Best Washington Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024
This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in Washington. These remarkable organizations have been recognized for their unwavering dedication to the well-being of countless dogs.
The Best Oregon Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024
This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in Oregon. These remarkable organizations have been recognized for their unwavering dedication to the well-being of countless dogs.
The Best California Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024
This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in California. These remarkable organizations have been recognized for their unwavering dedication to the well-being of countless dogs.
The Best Florida Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024
This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in Florida. These remarkable organizations have been recognized for their unwavering dedication to the well-being of countless dogs.
The Best New York Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024
This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in New York. These remarkable organizations have been recognized for their unwavering dedication to the well-being of countless dogs.

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Sniffspot provides the best experiences and fun for you and your dog. Our dog parks are designed for the ultimate dog exercise. Our private spaces help you minimize distractions or triggers and maximize time with your dog. We provide off leash enrichment - exploration and activities you can't get anywhere else; wear your dog out for days. We make it easy to have playdates. Socialize your pup in a controlled, private spot - it's great exercise and it's fun for you and your dog.

The Best Gilbert, AZ Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024

One Love Arizona: Rescue, Advocacy + Sterilization

Friends For Life Animal Rescue

Arizona Humane Society

Rotten Rottie Rescue

Arizona Animal Welfare League

Maricopa animal care and control

Lost Our Home Pet Rescue

AZ CARE

Central Arizona Animal Rescue

Carrie On Rescue

HALO Animal Rescue

Valley Dogs Rescue

National Anatolian Shepherd Rescue Network

Arizona Schnauzer Rescue

Freedom Brothers Rescue and Recovery

Pittie Me Rescue

Companion Animal Rehabilitation Emergency Medical Fund

Back The Blue Pet Rescue

The Last Resort

San Tan Animal Rescue

Fur the Paws

Desert Paws Rescue

Saving One Life

Humane Animal Rescue and Trapping Team

Wildhorse Ranch Rescue

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