Featured rescues/shelters
4 R Friends
Sacramento
4 R Friends is an all-volunteer-powered and all-donation-based Sacramento non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing pets with life-threatening illnesses and injuries from local shelters where they face euthanasia.
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Chako Pit Bull Rescue
Sacramento
Chako Pit Bull Rescue, based in Sacramento, is a dedicated organization striving to combat the stigma surrounding pit bulls. Their mission involves rehoming pit bulls in need, advocating for responsible dog ownership, and fighting against breed discrimination.
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Front Street Animal Shelter
Sacramento
The Front Street Animal Shelter, operated by the City of Sacramento, is a vital resource for the local community.
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Pug Rescue of Sacramento
Folsom
Pug Rescue of Sacramento, a non-profit organization serving Northern California, provides a safe haven for abandoned Pugs and Pug mixes.
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RedRover
Sacramento
RedRover, a beacon of hope for animals in crisis, is a transformative organization based in Sacramento, California. Established in 1987, RedRover is dedicated to rescuing animals from emergency situations and fostering the profound connection between humans and their furry companions.
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Sacramento County Animal Care
Sacramento
Sacramento County Animal Care Services, located in Sacramento, serves as a vital resource for the community's animal welfare needs.
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Sacramento SPCA
Sacramento
The Sacramento SPCA is an open admission animal shelter, accepting surrendered animals regardless of health, age, breed or behavior. The Sacramento SPCA is committed to saving lives and finding new homes for the greatest number of animals by providing medical care, working on behavior and
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Central California Labrador
Fair Oaks
Central California Labrador Retriever Rescue (CCLRR) in Fair Oaks, San Joaquin County, is a dedicated organization founded in July 1998 to provide loving homes for abused, abandoned, or unwanted Labrador Retrievers in the Central Valley.
Read moreFolsom Animal Services
Folsom
Folsom Animal Services, located in Folsom, Sacramento County, in Central Valley, is a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional service to the city's four-legged community members and their owners.
Read moreHappy Tails Pet Sanctuary
Sacramento
Founded in 1993, Happy Tails Pet Sanctuary in Sacramento is an esteemed animal rescue group committed to safeguarding and enhancing the lives of homeless and abused animals in the Sacramento area.
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Elverta
Homeward Bound Golden Retriever Rescue & Sanctuary, located in Elverta, Sacramento County, Central Valley, is a dedicated all-volunteer organization committed to rescuing and rehabilitating displaced, abandoned, and homeless golden retrievers and golden mixes, regardless of age or health.
Read moreNorCal Sheltie Rescue
Elk Grove
NorCal Sheltie Rescue is an affiliate of the American Shetland Sheepdog Association Rescue Network and is organized and run from the Sacramento area of Northern California. The Shetland Sheepdog Companion Rescue of Northern California operates as a 501c(3) not-for-profit corporation.
Read morePupz N Palz
Sacramento
Pupz N Palz is a 501c3 nonprofit. We are a group of local volunteers striving to make a difference in the over populated masses of unwanted pets.
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Live like a local in dog-friendly Sacramento
Set along the Sacramento and American rivers, Sacramento offers endless activities and an engaging dog-friendly lifestyle. Mornings start on waterfront trails. Afternoons unfold across sun-kissed parks and restaurant patios. Each evening, serene, stylish hotels invite four- and two-legged guests to…
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Effortless day trips and outdoor adventures
Sacramento sits within a short drive of some of California's most iconic activities, including many delightfully dog-friendly options. It’s easy to choose your own adventure here, whether you'd like to taste small-batch wines, hike ruggedly beautiful trails, survey the state's…
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Settle in and stay a little longer
With so many activities for four-legged VIPs, it's worth lingering longer in Sacramento. Dog-friendly hotels offer generous amenities and comfortable options for every price point. Plus, walkable neighborhoods feature independent shops and dining venues that welcome you like a local…
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Gathering places for pups and people
Some of Sacramento's most dog-friendly spots double as social spaces that connect travelers with friendly locals. By striking up a conversation, you'll often get the inside scoop on the best parks, restaurants, shops and trails for pups. These paw-some playgrounds…
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Start your day the local way
In Sacramento, mornings move at an easy pace. Greet the day on the American River Parkway, where dog walkers can wander for miles, or play fetch in a neighborhood park. From there, swing by one of the city’s many coffee…
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Dog-friendly Sacramento River Delta: where to take your pup
If you're scouting a spring getaway that doesn't require a four-hour drive or a June reservation made in February, point the car east from the Bay Area toward the Sacramento River Delta.
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