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The Best Spokane, WA Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024

David Adams

June 25, 2024

Dog Rescues & Shelters

This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in Spokane, WA. 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.

Mikey's Chance Canine Rescue
#13 in United States, #1 in Washington, #1 in Spokane
Spokane
Our mission to provide a safe haven for dogs in desperate circumstances within our community and surrounding area. We rehome these dogs with families that are a good fit for the dog. We seek to serve the humans that come to us ‚both our adoptive families and the people who need help rehoming dogs ‚but our priority is to act as advocates for our dogs at every stage of the rescue and adoption process. We commit to our dogs for life! We are a registered non-profit organization, headquartered in the Tri-Cities in south-central Washington State. We focus mainly on saving dogs that are at risk in our region and placing them with adopters throughout the Pacific Northwest. Most of our dogs come from shelters in Washington & Idaho, where they are facing the threat of Euthanasia. Others are released to us by private individuals who need medical help with their own dogs. Other dogs are strays, either dumped or abandoned, that need a chance at a new life.
"Mikey’s Chance helps with all kinds of situations and dinds fosters or adopters"
— michelle h.
Fan
"Mikey's Chance always goes above and beyond to take care of the animals."
— mackenzie s.
Supporter, Fan

Path of Hope Rescue
#146 in United States, #10 in Washington, #2 in Spokane
Spokane
At Path of Hope Rescue we strive to decrease the euthanasia rate of high risk dogs in the southern United States by transporting pregnant dogs and puppies to the Pacific Northwest to find adoptive homes. We are 100% foster based and rely on volunteers and fosters to help in our mission. The overpopulation of dogs in Texas is extreme. Because of a culture that does not value spay and neuter, there are simply too many dogs. And because of this, dogs are being euthanized merely for their existence. Shelters are forced to choose which dog to kill and which to save on a daily basis. There are an estimated 700,000 stray dogs just in the city of Houston alone. Dogs on the streets, dogs in shelters, dogs living on chains, dogs everywhere. Pregnant dogs and puppies are often euthanized because of the amount of resources they require or even more often, pregnant moms are spayed, aborting the puppies. Path of Hope Rescue believes that these dogs deserve a chance at life.
"We adopted our pup from Path of Hope Rescue four years ago. They did a great job throughout the..."
— lori w.
Adoptee, Supporter, Fan
"Frank & Fiona (Lisa) were rescued from a kill shelter in Texas. She was pregnant and they were a bonded..."
— sophia a.
Adoptee

SpokAnimal
#361 in United States, #28 in Washington, #3 in Spokane
Spokane
SpokAnimal will save lives by caring for and finding loving homes for homeless pets in our community and beyond Our strong community presence and relationships help identify the need for innovative programs that are designed to strengthen the human-companion animal bond by providing resources for pets and their people. From our food bank to our clinical programs, our vision will always be to help those who are not able to fully provide for their pets.
"Offers amazing help and puts on free/low cost events"
— natasha b.
Adoptee, Supporter, Fan

Claws and Paws Rescue
#600 in United States, #45 in Washington, #4 in Spokane
Spokane

Western Australian Shepherd Rescue
#600 in United States, #45 in Washington, #4 in Spokane
#4 in australian Shepherd
Australian Shepherd
Spokane
Western Australian Shepherd Rescue is a small, volunteer run, non-profit dedicated to the rescue and placement of Australian Shepherd dogs and other herding dog breeds in need. Our goal is to help place these dogs in loving, permanent homes or service careers. Originally, our organization was formed in 1998 by a very small group of volunteers committed to helping Aussies. We have since evolved to help all herding breeds as well as the occasional Chihuahua, doodle, hound, terrier, and so on.

Priest River Animal Rescue
#600 in United States, #45 in Washington, #4 in Spokane
Spokane
Priest River Animal Rescue, the only local non-profit 501c3 organization serving Pend Oreille County, Washington, Bonner County, Idaho, and the surrounding areas since 2002. We pride ourselves on being a no-kill animal rescue, ensuring that all our adopted pets are spayed or neutered and microchipped to prevent any further increase in the unwanted pet population. While we face a huge cat problem in our area, we are actively seeking grant money to assist community families with spaying and neutering their pets. Although the dog problem is not as rampant, we still receive stray dogs every week and do our best to find them loving homes. In order to support our rescue efforts, we rely on proceeds from our Critters Thrift Store, fundraisers, grants, and the generosity of our community, which helps us provide the necessary care for our resident pets. We receive no financial support from the government. If you’re considering adding a furry member to your family, we encourage you to visit us. While our available pets are regularly updated on our website and social media pages, we often have newly arrived pets that are not yet advertised. The true personality of a pet can only be experienced in person, and it’s not uncommon for visitors to fall in love with a different pet than they initially anticipated.

Spokane County Regional Animal Protection Service
#600 in United States, #45 in Washington, #4 in Spokane
Spokane

Rescue4All
#600 in United States, #45 in Washington, #4 in Spokane
Spokane
The name Rescue4All came to be as an adaptation of the last line in the Pledge of Allegiance ‚And justice for all‚ and this is the Rescue4All Pledge of Animal Allegiance: 'We pledge Allegiance to the animals, suffering from cruelty and neglect. We are a refuge that exists to help you, to save you. One caring safe haven, enduring, with love and Rescue4All.'

NW Snowdog Rescue
#600 in United States, #45 in Washington, #4 in Spokane
#7 in husky
Husky
Spokane
practically all the Siberian Husky rescues in the NW either closed down or scaled back (due to age) or went on hiatus (due to family situations). So some longtime volunteers felt that something needed to be done to fill the gap. NWSR is 100% volunteer operated. The non-profit registration with the State of Washington has been done and we have also received the federal Determination Letter approving the organizations 501(c)(3) status. Consequently, all donations to our rescue are tax deductible. NWSR does not have a shelter location, we are entirely dependent on foster homes, hence our fosters are spread all over the NW – WA/OR/ID. This unfortunately limits us in the number of dogs we have in rescue at a given time. All of our rescues are fully vetted: spayed/neutered, vaccinated (incl. rabies) and microchipped. It is not unusual that dogs will need additional medical care. GENERAL INFORMATION Since our rescues come from a multitude of backgrounds (most of them bad or very bad) we make sure that their new homes will offer the best possible situation. HOW WE OPERATE • All dogs are microchipped and spayed/neutered while in the care of our rescue. All immediate medical needs are addressed before a dog goes to its forever home. • All adoptive homes must undergo a yard check. This ensures that all of our little escape artists are safely contained in their new homes. • All parts of our organization are volunteers - from our foster homes, to those that help with transporting pups, and even our Board of Directors – every single person involved with our organization does it for the love of the dogs. Without our community, we would not exist.

North West Great Dane Rescue
#600 in United States, #45 in Washington, #4 in Spokane
#6 in great Dane
Great Dane
Spokane
Northwest Great Dane Rescue is a 501 (c)3 organization that was founded to facilitate the placement of Great Danes into permanent homes. We have several years of experience placing dogs and we have developed a set of protocols over that time to ensure that our dogs find their safe, permanent home and to reduce the risk that they will be returned to us. From time to time we may make exceptions to some of our rules if the situation is right for that individual dog. For example, we may place an older dog that is incapable of climbing a fence in a home with a fence shorter than 5 feet if it is a good fit for the dog. The decision to make exceptions to our protocols is reserved for the Board only.

Dachshund Rescue NW and Dachshund Club of Spokane
#600 in United States, #45 in Washington, #4 in Spokane
#2 in dachshund
Dachshund
Spokane
This dog rescue was started by the Director, Margo Mossburg, in 1991 and has been her passion for over 30 years. Dennis and Margo Mossburg are the main volunteers, director and husband, when no paid staff here. This is our hobby and how we give back to the region. We have now placed over 2,800 homeless dogs and over 400 head of homeless horses. We place around 100+ dogs each year thanks to our 100+ steady volunteers who come to dog hug or work at events to help us showcase our adoptable dogs. The rescue is at the Mossburg's farm and not a retail locations so visitors are welcome by appointment in advance only so no one gets chomped. We now run Rough Start Horse Rescue from our small farm too! We took over as directors when the founders got all moved to Texas in 2021.

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

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

This list is sponsored by Sniffspot, the largest global network of private dog parks. Sniffspot offers 10 private dog parks in the Spokane area, including fenced, water, indoor, and beach parks. As a hub for rescue dogs, our sponsorship underscores our dedication to supporting shelters and rescues. Explore Spokane dog parks on Sniffspot's platform.

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Sniffspot Spokane Dog Rescues & Shelters Frequently Asked Questions

How many dog rescues and shelters operate in Spokane?

There are 10 in Spokane. Outside of Spokane, there are 67 located in Washington.

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

There are many reputable rescues in Spokane, the top 3 on our list are: Mikey's Chance Canine Rescue, Path of Hope Rescue, SpokAnimal.

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

The most common specialization for dog rescues and shelters in Spokane is Dachshund with 1 focusing on it. The second most common specialization is Great Dane with 1 focusing on it.

How can I adopt a rescue dog in Spokane?

Using our list of the top dog rescues and shelters, you can find a reputable shelter in Spokane. 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 process is detailed and comprehensive, because we want to ensure that the dog we entrust to you is a good fit for your lifestyle, home environment, needs and expectations. Our goal is not simply to place dogs in homes, but to create lasting, rewarding, happy relationships between our dogs and their humans. We will process your application as quickly as we can, but we ask you to be patient if it takes longer than you'd like. You are welcome to contact us at any time to ask about our progress.

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

Yes! Spokane has the following types of breed-specific dog rescues and shelters: Dachshund Great Dane Husky

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

We do not have any record of senior dog rescues and shelters in Spokane, but these are the closest cities with senior dog rescues and shelters: Olympia, Seattle, Vancouver

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David Adams

June 25, 2024

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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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The Best Spokane, WA Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024

Mikey's Chance Canine Rescue

Path of Hope Rescue

SpokAnimal

Claws and Paws Rescue

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