Lots of Love for Animals, Inc
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
Lots of Love for Animals (LOLA) is a 501(c)3 organization with a Sanctuary in Chloride, Arizona and an office in Las Vegas, Nevada. LOLA was founded in 2005 by Maureen Metiva, Gerard Fogarty, Will and Mary Linville.
Maureen is an elementary school teacher who works with special needs kids. She began working with animal organizations twenty years ago while living in New Orleans, Louisiana. Establishing Lots of Love for Animals was the fulfillment of her dream.
Gerard managed industrial laundries for the City of New York until his retirement. A lifetime of building and fixing things prepared Gerard for planning and erecting a sanctuary, where there is always something to build or fix.
Maureen and Gerard acquired a piece of property in Chloride, Arizona in 2005. In 2006 they visited Best Friends Animal Society in Kanab, Utah, where they learned about constructing and operating an animal sanctuary. That year Maureen and Gerard began construction on a building large enough to house 140 cats and dogs with living space for caretakers. Gerard did as much of the work himself as he could, taking side jobs along the way to help finance the project.
The couple kept moving toward their goal despite the terrible economy. From the beginning they have paid the bulk of the organization’s bills. Maureen lost her house, but she and Gerard managed to keep the sanctuary open. LOLA received its 501(c)3 status in 2007, and Gerard declared the sanctuary livable in 2008, after receiving a large one-time donation that allowed him to finish stuccoing the main building.
Gerard, Maureen and several volunteers moved over 140 cats and dogs from all of their temporary housing in Las Vegas out to Chloride. It took months to get everyone transported, and once everyone had been settled in, the sanctuary was full to capacity.
Las Vegas Labrador Rescue
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
We are a volunteer only organization. We are Lab lovers
Las Vegas Labrador Rescue is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization. All donations are tax deductible.
As a 100% volunteer based organization, we have no stand alone facility, we instead rely on Volunteer Foster Homes to house our Labs until adoption. We are a dedicated team whose only concern is finding the best possible homes for Labradors who deserve families every bit as wonderful as they are.
Our primary goal is to put the needs of any given Lab first, from medical care to their finding the right fit for their furever home. Our adoption program is a thorough process, and must be completed to be considered. Our adoption protocols are designed to match the dog's needs to the right family.
Our daily activities and internal programs are more than just the dogs you see available for adoption. Rescue work is fluid, with many variables that affect the number of available Labs for adoption at any given time.
We're actively engaged with our local communities in numerous educational programs. We educate the public on several topics including the importance of spay & neuter, health management of your dog, prevention of contagious & non-contagious diseases, as well as the importance of obedience training.
Crazy4Pawz Animal Rescue
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
We are a Henderson, NV Foster Based Animal Rescue organization that is all about saving animals, educating the public on proper care of their pets and a mission to stop backyard breeding.
Kiss My Paws Rescue
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
Kiss my Paws Rescue is a licensed 501(c)3 non profit organization, dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of dogs in need. Dealing with the challenges of dog rescue, some of which include overcrowded shelters, lack of public awareness, and overbreeding, requires problem-solvers who are willing to take risks. Kiss My Paws emerged out of a pursuit to take bold risks and to speak louder than words for those who cannot speak for themselves.
Our overall goal as animal advocates is to improve legislation and awareness of dog rescue in the Las Vegas valley.
Amor Peludo
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
Amor Peludo strives to improve animal welfare in underserved and lower income neighborhoods. With programs focused on TNR, spay & neuter, pet food assistance, and education, our mission is to significantly reduce owner surrenders, eliminate backyard breeding, and control the feral cat population in Las Vegas.
With an estimated 85,000 community cats living on the streets of Las Vegas, Amor Peludo provides assistance with TNR- trap, neuter, and release. We’ll help find a volunteer trapper, teach you to trap, and assist with traps and resources. We’ll ensure that the feral cats are fixed, vaccinated, and returned to their colonies, where they will no longer contribute to over population. We work with colony feeders to provide food and (depending on the location) shelters.
When we trap cats that are deemed adoptable, we work to find them a foster home, either within our own foster family or with a partnering rescue organization. Our network provides help for stray and abandoned dogs, as well.
Another key component of Amor Peludo’s mission is providing low income pet owners with affordable spay and neuter options for their cats and dogs. Often, lack of information or lack of access to resources will lead to “oops” litters. We provide information on the benefits of spay and neuter with the intent of eliminating accidental pregnancies and casual breeding. Transportation to appointments is sometimes available, as well.
Our newest endeavor is a pet food pantry, which provides occasional assistance to families who need a little extra help making ends meet.
The majority of our volunteers are bilingual, which has been an incredible benefit in many of the areas where help is needed most.
The Samadhi Legacy Foundation
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
Out of the 6-8 million dogs and cats that entered shelters last year, 3-4 million were euthanized. Whether a purebred or mixture of various breeds, we believe that they all deserve a second chance!
By adopting a dog from the Samadhi Legacy Foundation, you make room for us to help another dog in need and you become part of the big picture to answer the growing problem of homeless pets. At the smallest picture level, you become a hero to that pet, and that just feels good.
We do our best to ensure healthy, adoptable animals by providing a pre-adoption assessment and veterinary care. We assess each animal’s temperament to the best of our ability, and provide as much information as possible regarding the animal’s behavior and personality.
Southern Nevada Boston Terrier Rescue
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
The Southern Nevada Boston Terrier Rescue was started in 2001. We have been able to rescue hundreds of Bostons since our beginning. Our focus is on rescuing, rehabilitating, and re-homing Bostons in need. We take in Bostons from shelters and from families who are no longer able to care for their dogs. If you know of a dog in need please contact us.
SNBTR is 100% volunteer-driven. We are looking for others who love the Bostons as much as we do! If you are able to be a foster home we’d love to hear from you, please complete an application here.
Southern Nevada Boston Terrier Rescue is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation that operates strictly on donations.
We take great pride in the breed and have several ongoing goals.
1. To have fun!
2. To assist Bostons in need.
3. To educate the public about the breed.
4. To encourage adoption over pet shop purchase.
Those Left Behind Foundation
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
Another event done weekly will be visiting the senior day centers and see if we can integrate the therapy dogs with their daily activities.
Visiting schools with therapy dogs and information packets. We hope to encourage proper pet ownership and build and awareness in the community about the importance of caring for your animals and how to treat them like a member of the family.
Community Education and Services
One thing we have noted through our time in rescue is the limited education to the community and the children. In Las Vegas we have a Parvo epidemic but most individuals do not realize their animals are at risk. We have found that children lack the respect and the education on how to care for an animal and the importance to respect and care for that animal. Children who are taught at a young age to respect those dependent on them learn to respect each other. We go to schools and community events to education the community of the importance of vaccinations, care of their animal, and how to interact with pets to make the experience benificial to both. We feel it is important to have vaccination events to educate and help those community members that may not be able to afford to vaccinate their pet. This is another way we give back to the community that is helping us.
We are a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, nonprofit organization with no restrictions. "Those Left Behind" Foundation has been operating as a Public Charity in Southern Nevada since June, 2010. All donations are tax-deductible, however we recommend that you speak to an accountant for clarification when filing.
Las Vegas Doberman and Dachshund Rescue
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
My name is Brenda Borelli and I am the founder of the Las Vegas Doberman and Dachshund Rescue. Dobermans have been a part of my life since I was a little girl, I have always had one or two in my life. In 2001 I lost my red girl Ariel to cancer and what began as a search for another red girl became the beginning of my rescue. I discovered there were so many Dobermans in need of new homes and I felt compelled to help them. Since then, I have helped hundreds of homeless Dobermans find new, forever homes. I currently share my life with a red female named Autumn and a red male named Stryker.
Dachshunds first came into my life around 1999 when I was given one that needed a new home. I fostered the little girl in my home and eventually placed her and at the same time realizing I really enjoyed the Dachshund breed. I began to seek out more Dachshunds and learned more about the breed. Since I am a veterinary technician I am exposed to a large variety of breeds and personalities and I made it a point to meet all of the Dachshunds that came into the clinic. Eventually I adopted a Dachshund of my own, a little female who was born without a tail that nobody wanted. I now share my life with three Dachshunds, all three rescues.
The Las Vegas Doberman Pinscher and Dachshund group is a dedicated group of volunteers that love the breeds and want to help as many as possible find permanent homes. Our dogs come from a variety of places including the local shelter, owner turn ins as well as strays that aren’t reclaimed by their owners. Our goal is to help as many dogs as possible however we can only help as many as the number of volunteers we have. Each dog is taken to the vet for a thorough exam, they are spayed/neutered and microchipped as well as fully vaccinated. Any medical needs that the animal has are attended to. Our foster homes evaluate the personality of the dogs so we can know their likes and dislikes, we want to match them as best as possible to their new homes.
What started as something I did every once in a while turned into a real rescue with plenty of dedicated volunteers who love the breed and want to help. All of us volunteers receive no monetary compensation just a warm fuzzy feeling when we help a dog get into his new forever home. All monies collected through donations go 100% to the dogs care and medical costs. Unfortunately the need for our help has grown over the years due to indiscriminate breeding done by people looking to make a quick buck. Please do your part and spay or neuter your pet.
The Las Vegas Doberman and Dachshund Rescue is recognized by the IRS as an official 501c3 tax exempt organization and all donations are tax deductible.
Golden Retriever Rescue So. Nevada (GRRSN)
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
Golden Retriever Rescue Southern Nevada (GRRSN) was established in 2003 by a group of volunteers who had a common bond….the love of these amazing and gentle creatures, and the devotion to help and re-home as many neglected, abused and displaced dogs as possible. Since 2003 GRRSN has become a 501(c) (3) non-profit, all volunteer, organization that has rescued over 2,150 Golden Retrievers and other dogs in need. We are thankful for the families that have opened their hearts and homes to these beautiful animals and given them the second chance they deserved.
GRRSN is proud of its dedicated volunteers. Over 100 people donate their time and talent in a number of ways. Many families serve as foster families and provide a safe and loving environment for dogs on their way to their forever home. Others help by transporting dogs, searching the shelters, processing applications, evaluating prospective families, answering phone messages, updating the database, maintaining our website, manning the event booths, writing thank you notes…..the list goes on and on! In addition, we are fortunate to have the support of veterinarians all over the valley, as well as help from professional trainers, doggie daycare facilities and groomers, everyone plays an important role in the big picture.
Thankfully, GRRSN has never had to turn any dog in need away due to age or health reasons. We have achieved this through numerous fundraisers and fundraising gatherings…wine tasting, golf tournaments, holiday gift wrapping, BBQ’s, and Pet-A-Palooza, just to name a few! We have managed to have some fun as well at our Golden Days of Fall reunions and Golden swim parties. Nothing is better than a Golden gathering!
WHERE DO THE DOGS COME FROM?
Golden Retrievers that come into the care of GRRSN may be turned over by animal shelters, picked up as strays, or in most cases, turned in by their owners. Dogs also become homeless due to death or illness of their owners, divorce, allergies, or relocation.
Each Golden is evaluated for health and temperament, examined by a veterinarian, brought up to date on all vaccinations and microchipped for identification purposes. All dogs are spayed or neutered before adoption. Dogs are housed in private foster homes located throughout Southern Nevada while they await adoption. Occasionally, Goldens with incurable health problems remain in a permanent foster home under the care of GRRSN.
GRRSN is recognized by the National Rescue Committee, a committee of the Golden Retriever Club of America.
Henderson Animal shelter
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
The Henderson Animal Care and Control Bureau consists of Animal Control Officers, Shelter staff, and a Veterinary team. The bureau helps reunite lost pets with their owners, cares for the animals brought to the shelter, and handles pet adoptions. The animals at the shelter receive medical care, vaccines, microchips and all adoptable dogs, cats, and rabbits are spayed or neutered.
Path to Furever Home
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
Path to Furever Home is a 501(c)(3) animal rescue in Las Vegas, NV.
How did it start? From the vision of one woman and her husband. After they rescued several dogs and gave them a furever home there was no holding back the compassion and drive to do more. Path to Furever Home received their 501(c)(3) nonprofit status March 13, 2024. We have been reaching out to Las Vegas residents who support the vision since being founded February 20, 2024.
Forgotten Dogs Animal Rescue
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
Forgotten Dogs Animal Rescue is a 501(c)3 non-profit rescue staffed by dedicated volunteers who strive to provide a second chance to neglected, homeless, and unwanted animals in Las Vegas and Southern Nevada.
4 Paws Sake Pet Rescue
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
Seeing a nonprofit to support our community's animals, we formed our organization to provide sensible solutions.
PAWsitive Difference
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, the primary goal of PAWsitive Difference is to rescue, foster, and find furever homes for homeless dogs in need. We rescue many dogs that have been abandoned or are on the kill list at our local animal foundation and we match these dogs with their purrfect loving families. We provide training classes and unlimited support upon adoption to ensure the safety and happiness of the dogs and the families.
Additionally, we help support Veterans and senior citizens in keeping their dogs by providing assistance with the costs of feeding, grooming, medication/shots, and veterinary care. Many of the services we provide are very expensive and our dogs are supported entirely through monetary donations made by people in our community.
Our founder started rescuing as many dogs as she could on her own. Over the years many people have joined her cause. Today we have a dedicated team of volunteers and fosters so we can save a lot more dogs!
In 2022 we helped almost 800 dogs, as of June 2023 we have already taken on over 500 and our wish is to help even more!
Paws Kept Safe Rescue
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
We are a recognized 501c3 charity based in Las Vegas, NV and founded by a former Veterinary Technician with a lifetime passion for helping animals.
The Churchill Foundation
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
The Churchill Foundation (“TCF”) was founded in 2013, when a group of employees from a local shelter, Little Friends Foundation, learned that their shelter would soon be closing. They realized they would have to start something new to continue their mission to save animals. They also wanted to make sure that all animals adopted through LFF had a safe spot to return, if needed
Sin City Saint Rescue
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
Sin City Saint Rescue is the local chapter of The St. Bernard Rescue Foundation, Inc.* a recognized 501 (c) 3 non profit organization dedicated to the health and welfare of the St. Bernard breed. The website for the national foundation is www.saintrescue.org
Sin City Saint Rescue was founded by Olive Ashwell who became the Southern Nevada volunteer for The St. Bernard Rescue Foundation, Inc. in 1998. The number of St. Bernards in need of rescue in the Las Vegas area continues to increase and Olive feels it is important that the local community is aware how many of these Gentle Giants are in need of loving homes. Over 600 St. Bernards have been rescued and placed through Sin City Saint Rescue. Yes, Virginia, there ARE St. Bernards in Las Vegas! According to Ashwell, "Many people think that St. Bernards shouldn't be in Las Vegas, but the fact is that they are here, we don't bring them here! Most of the rescues are turned in by someone who purchased an adorable, cuddly little puppy and when he got big they didn't want him anymore." Oftentimes, when asked the reason they want to give up the Saint, people will say "Because he got too big." I want to ask them "didn't they tell you he was a St. Bernard when you purchased him?" For those people who love and appreciate the breed, they know that when a St. Bernard grows up he is now just a big, cute cuddly dog who wants and needs a loving family.
*The St. Bernard Rescue Foundation, Inc. incorporated as a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization in 1998. The purposes of the St. Bernard Rescue Foundation, Inc. are:
1. To increase the number of St. Bernards saved from euthanasia.
2. To educate the public about the care and needs of St. Bernards.
3. To provide technical assistance to the volunteers
4. To provide support for dogs with special needs.
The Animal Foundation
#100 in United States, #2 in Nevada, #1 in Las Vegas
Our mission is to save the lives of all healthy and treatable animals in the Las Vegas valley.
A nonprofit, 501(c)3 organization, The Animal Foundation of Las Vegas, founded in 1978 as a low-cost spay and neuter clinic, is one of the highest volume single-site animal shelters in America.
Much like a public hospital, as an open-admission shelter, The Animal Foundation takes in every animal who comes to us in need, no matter how sick or injured. From the expected dogs, cats, and rabbits, to pigs, chickens, and exotic animals, we serve them all. Just like a hospital, we can't save them all. What we can do, with the support of the community, is save every healthy and treatable animal who comes to us in need.