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Animal Shelters

• Directory of Los Angeles and Southern California Animal Shelters.

Horses

• International Generic Horse Association. "This space is normally reserved for an organization's 'Mission Statement', but we at IGHA/HorseAid don't list any such 'published statement' as we believe the mission of any such organization as ours is pretty much self-evident; the abolishment of all equine abuse and slaughter, owner education in the ways and needs of horses -- including intelligent breeding programs that do not contribute to the equine overpopulation problem, laws severely restricting the commercial exploitation of horses, and 'common sense' humane equine legislation adopted as the norm for all the land..."
• Palos Verdes Chapter of the California Dressage Society. "We are located in the beautiful Palos Verdes Peninsula of the Los Angeles South Bay. We are a dedicated group of dressage enthusiasts whose goal is to improve our horsemanship. Our membership includes dressage riders at all levels, several judges, trainers and a technical delegate." 
• Jolene's Horse Rescue. "Jolene's Horse Rescue is dedicated to the rescue of those unfortunate horses bound for slaughter.
  We work directly with the "killer buyers" in Southern California and New Mexico, where our people find purchasers for the animals destined for a 1,500-mile trek to the packing plants in Texas.
  
  At our ranch we currently have many horses who are simply waiting for the right owner to give them a new lease on life, along with a dignity they deserve. Many are young, sound, intelligent and broke to ride, with many more years ahead of them on the trail.
  
  We are still working on expanding our program, and we thank our many sponsors who have made it possible."

Pets

• Ace of Hearts. "We are a 501c-3 dog rescue foundation dedicated to rescuing dogs, the day they are to be euthanized, from various Los Angeles shelters and placing them in loving homes. We do NOT take dogs in... we rescue only from shelters. The Ace of Hearts Foundation is in memory of "Ace", a wonderful American Bull dog who was rescued from death, and touched the lives of many! (Especially founder Kari Whitman!) We rescue all breeds...and don't discriminate against any!" 
• Actors and Others for Animals!  "Actors and Others for Animals is a California 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation dedicated to the promotion of the humane treatment of animals. Our main mission is to curb the pet overpopulation problem by subsidizing spay/neuter surgeries. Together with other vital services, we are there to help pet guardians living on a low and/or fixed income care for their beloved companions." 
• Animal Advocacy and Relief Foundation. Also known as Pooch Heaven. The Animal Advocacy and Relief Foundation ( Pooch Heaven ) is a registered non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to the rescue and placement of stray dogs. The foundation was formed by a dedicated group of individuals, who, at their own expense, have been searching the streets of Los Angeles for stray dogs and unwanted pets for several years.
  
  Their loose network of dog rescuers have come together under the umbrella of the Animal Advocacy and Relief Foundation, which was made possible by the generous donations of several benefactors who have committed to continued support of our mission, both in time and money. The foundation asks that you also show your support for their heroic efforts and contribute to the cause." 
• Animal Lovers of South Bay. "The specific objectives and purposes of this Calif charitable corporation is the rescue and placement of Shelter, abandoned and abused animals. To promote and educate the public of their responsibilities to help pet over population by spaying and neutering their animals. To work with the local legislatures and authorities to promote programs that will better educate the public in the health and maintenance of their pets, and to improve animal welfare. To interface with other animal welfare organizations to insure that the animals rights are not abused or violated. To offer our services to the local shelters and government agencies, to serve as educators in the community with respect to animal over population, unwanted strays, licensing, owner responsibilities."   
• Animal Match Rescue Team, Inc. "AMRT.NET is dedicated to facilitating adoption of shelter and rescue pets in the Southern California area. We believe there are a lot of pets euthanized in shelters while there are potential pet owners looking to adopt and cannot find them. The goal of the creators of this web site is to assist potential pet owners in finding a shelter or rescued pet."  
• Bark Animal Foundation.
• Bill Foundation. "Did you know there is a big problem here in Los Angeles? There are too many homeless dogs. Here at Bill Foundation we want to tell you all about it because we need your help to solve this crisis. Right now only 30% of lost dogs are reclaimed by their owners, the other 70% only have a 20% chance of finding a new home. Most are euthanized because there is simply no room.
  
  While the problem may seem overwhelming, Bill Foundation, like many grassroots organizations across the country, has chosen to face the problem head on. Working locally in Los Angeles, our goal is to place healthy, adoptable animals in new and loving homes while aiding in the fight against pet overpopulation. We also help care for those animals less fortunate - those who need a little more time to get their health back or may have behavioral problems requiring advanced training before going to a new home.
  
  These dogs are real. The volunteers who go to the shelters to rescue our dogs are haunted by the faces of the dogs they must leave behind. Bill Foundation relies on donations to continue and expand its work. Every dollar contributed brings us closer to the day when no dogs are left behind to be euthanized..." 
• Boston Buddies.org. "Boston Buddies / Southern California Boston Terrier Rescue (SCABTR) is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing Boston Terriers who are abandoned, neglected, or abused and placing them in permanent, loving homes. We also accept dogs from private individuals, who for whatever reason must relinquish their Boston Terrier(s). Our ultimate purpose is to match homeless or potentially homeless Boston Terriers with loving permanent families, specifically interested in the breed. We do this by providing temporary foster care, necessary and reasonable medical treatment, personality assessments of the animals, and interviews and homechecks of potential adopters. Each dog is examined by a veterinarian and provided with all necessary and reasonable medical treatment, vaccinated, spayed or neutered, and put on heartworm preventative. We operate throughout Los Angeles, Orange, and Ventura Counties." 
• Boxer Rescue L.A. "We are a non-profit organization staffed primarily by volunteers. We are funded solely by private donations. Generous boxer owners and lovers across the country donate what they can when they can to assist our efforts. Besides the minimal adoption donations we collect, we organize fundraising events, sell merchandise and are continually working on ways to better the lives of the boxers we care for. We operate two large capacity kennels which can house up to 120 boxers at any one time. It is a constant struggle to raise the needed funds but it is a labor of love. The most important factor in how we are able to operate is the dedication and commitment of our volunteers and their passion for Boxers. We could not operate without those who donate their time or money or both......Adoption services: We care for and place hundreds of Boxers, of all ages each year into loving homes. We have many returning clients who through the years have adopted their boxers from BRLA. Our boxers live at our facility allowing us to interact daily with them to understand their nature and temperament. Our adoption teams work very hard in matching the right boxer with your needs and lifestyle. We do everything we can to select a dog that will fit right into your life." 
• Canine Companions. "Canine Companions for Independence is a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships.
  CCI is funded by private contributions and receives no government funding. There is no charge to the graduate for a CCI assistance dog." 
• Centinela Animal Hospital. "Our purpose is to bring you useful information which can be used to improve animal and human health. Centinela Animal Hospital has been serving the community since 1965. Our veterinarians are a highly trained and competent in a wide variety of healing arts. Professional services include an integration of Western Medicine, surgery, acupuncture, nutritional care, homeopathy and physical therapies designed to greatly improve a pet's health and well-being."
• Chihuahua Rescue. "We are a real, up to 200 dog- bed facility that has *never* "passed on or otherwise turned away a dog in crisis. Never. We maintain the highest quality of care and offer out dogs a nurturing, caring and healthy free- feeding environment. Our dogs are grouped by size, weight, disability, age, etc. to ensure a safe and fun environment. Sick or injured dogs are cared for in our own infirmary. All dogs receive on- the- spot medical care, have a vet visit our Rescue or tak ethe dogs to the vet if more extensive treatment is needed. All dogs receive clean blankets, fresh water, top- quality food, grooming, dental, care, security and love. Every penny donated goes directly to the operation of our rescue and caring for our dogs." 
• Coalition for Pets & Public Safety. "The Coalition for Pets & Public Safety is a non-profit organization with 501 ( C) (3) status. We are a diverse group of citizens with a common goal to eliminate the pet overpopulation problem.
  The Coalition for Pets & Public Safety is focusing on spay and neuter programs to alleviate the needless pain and suffering of thousands of animals killed in Los Angeles shelters." 
• Doberman Rescue. "Director, Nina Culver established Doberman Rescue in 1968 to provide shelter and find new homes for unwanted, discarded and abused Dobermans. The Rescue has always been a "no-kill" shelter and once an animal comes into our kennel, he or she will remain as long as it takes to find that perfect home. We are a non-profit 501c-3 organization. There is no paid staff, including the Director. Donations and adoption fees go directly back into the care of the animals.
  
  Located in Sun Valley, a suburb of Los Angeles California, we're the oldest Doberman rescue in the country.
  The shelter can house 80 Dobermans and we are constantly filled to capacity. It seems as though each time one dog finds a new home, two more come through our doors.
  Our purebred Dobermans range in age from teenagers to adults to senior citizens. We periodically have puppies available.
  
  Every animal entering our shelter receives a complete medical check-up, vaccinations and any special medical attention the dog might need. All our animals are spayed or neutered before placement.
  
  Potential adopters go through a careful screening process. No dog leaves our care until Nina has made certain that he or she will be going into a loving, safe and permanent home.
  
  We are available throughout the dog's life to answer any questions the owner may have. In the unlikely event that the dog does not work into the family, we will take the animal back. Part of the adoption contract includes the agreement that the dog will returned to Doberman Rescue and cannot be given to a third party." 
• Doggie Central. "Doggie Central offers twenty four-hour supervised care from well-trained staff, in a 8500 square foot facility conveniently located in Culver City. Providing a unique indoor and outdoor park-like setting, we offer care by the day or by the night, week, month, or as long as needed. We also provide optional services, such as training and grooming, that can be scheduled while your dog is staying at Doggie Central." 
• DogsLA.com. "Los Angeles area dog news and resource guide - for links & info about veterinarians - breeders - dog trainers - groomers - pet friendly rentals - shelters - canine rescue - or activities find it at DogsLA.com."   
• Friends of Animals Foundation.
• For the Animals Foundation. "For The Animals Foundation has been a compassionate presence in the South Bay for over 20 years. We are an all-volunteer, non-profit organization founded in 1983. Our primary mission is two-fold:
  
  (1) We promote public awareness of the importance for spaying/neutering of all pets including cats, dogs, rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, pet rats, etc. This is key to reducing the critical pet over population. L.A. County alone puts to death over 221,000 innocent animals each year because there are no homes for them. Tragically, this figure keeps growing.
  
  (2) For The Animals volunteers visit local shelters where we rescue dogs who are about to be euthanized because no one has adopted them. We purchase those that we feel have a good chance to be adopted. We then bathe, groom, nurse them to good health when required, have them spayed or neutered, and provide them their shots. Finally, we care for them in volunteer doggie foster homes where they get lots of love until someone, like you, adopts them.
  
  We are all pet loving volunteers. Your help as a caring volunteer as well as tax deductible donations are always welcome and needed to help us continue this essential activity. 100% of donations go to benefit the animals...
• Friends of Barrington Dog Park. "Friends Of Barrington Dog Park (FOBDP) is the volunteer maintenance, fundraising and event-planning team for BARRINGTON DOG PARK. We enjoy the opportunity to meet and relax with other obsessed dog lovers, and our goal is to enhance the pleasant experience of visiting the park via our volunteer efforts. Everyone who uses the park is encouraged to join us. Pick up a random dog poop at the park, and your enrollment is effective immediately!   
• Friends of Torrance Animals. "Friends of Torrance Animals is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that encourages effective animal control, responsible pet ownership, and humane treatment of animals in our community, through education. We are not an adoption agency or animal placement agency. We provide humane education materials for educators, maintain a website, distribute an e-mail newsletter, and provide guest speakers for community groups." 
• German Shepherd Rescue Los Angeles, Orange County, Tehachapi. "German Shepherd Rescue is a no-kill shelter dedicated to saving and finding homes for purebred German Shepherd Dogs. We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization run by volunteers and funded entirely by donations and adoption fees.
  The shelter is located in Burbank, California and was founded in 1979 by Grace Konosky. Grace has been involved in animal rescue for over 21 years. Her dedication to the German Shepherd Dog is what inspired her to open the rescue. She operates the rescue every day of the year.
  The shelter houses about 25 to 30 dogs while they are waiting to be adopted. We get a wide variety of purebred German Shepherd Dogs, including all white shepherds, long-haired, AKC registered, shepherds of all different sizes and markings, and all different ages. Most of our dogs are between the ages of one and five years old. Although we occasionally get puppies, we find that many owners will keep a puppy until it starts to become an adult, and then turn it in to a shelter or rescue (if it's lucky).
  
  While the dog is at the rescue, volunteers get to know them and evaluate each one individually. This enables the rescue to match each dog with the best possible home. Any known medical problems are also addressed at this time. The dogs are well taken care of while they are at the rescue."    
• Glendale Humane Society. "The Glendale Humane Society is a private non-profit 501(c)(3) humane rescue and education organization, founded in 1924. For almost 80 years, the GHS has worked to find safe, loving homes for lost, unwanted and abandoned companion animals in Southern California.
  
  We are a no-kill facility. Many of our animals come from other shelters that routinely euthanize adoptable animals due to over-crowded conditions. Once at Glendale Humane Society, the animals remain in our care until placed in loving, permanent homes."  Also visit Glendale, CA.
• Guide to Rescue Cats by Sue Freeman. "Friends Of Barrington Dog Park (FOBDP) is the volunteer maintenance, fundraising and event-planning team for BARRINGTON DOG PARK. We enjoy the opportunity to meet and relax with other obsessed dog lovers, and our goal is to enhance the pleasant experience of visiting the park via our volunteer efforts. Everyone who uses the park is encouraged to join us. Pick up a random dog poop at the park, and your enrollment is effective immediately!" 
• H.A.R.T. Senior Dog Rescue Team. Devoted to the rescue, care and adoption of senior and disabled dogs whose owners have passed away or are too ill to care for them.  
• Humane League. The Humane League is a Ventura County based non-profit dog/puppy rescue and placement organization founded in March 1996. Our mission is to place unwanted, abandoned and homeless dogs into pre-screened, responsible, permanent homes where they will be treated with love and respect as part of the family. Through April 2001 over 1400 dogs and puppies were placed into such homes."      
• Karma Rescue. "Karma Rescue takes death row dogs from the shelters and provides them with a second chance by rehabilitating and placing them into safe and loving homes. Karma Rescue is a non-profit 501c3, tax deductible organization.
  We run COMPLETELY off charitable contributions. We want to thank all of those who have been contributing to our cause, and wish everyone good Karma."   
• Lange Foundation. "Dedicated to saving impounded companion animals, and preparing them for a journey to a new, safe, loving world."   
• Lhasa Happy Homes Rescue, Inc. "Our ongoing mission is to match families with their ideal pets and give these special homeless pups a second chance at a great new life. It is staggering to see these beautiful dogs dumped in the shelters or abandoned by their families day after day, year after year.
  We concentrate on the dogs of our breed (Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, Maltese and small breed mixes) who have ended up on the shelters through no fault of their own. Many of these dogs have critical injuries, require surgery, are senior in age and/or have otherwise been left to die.
  
  It’s not the dog’s fault; it’s really human error 99% of the time due to a lack of education or misinformation about these breeds. It is our goal to educate the public about these dogs, their needs, training requirements and the social environment they require to live long and happy lives with their humans.
  
  It is gratifying when people, like yourself, step up to the plate and help these beautiful animals....perfect with all their imperfections.
  We are honored to have the opportunity to provide you with your next family member."    
• Lifeline for Pets. "Serving Los Angeles County, California. Especially the San Fernando Valley and the San Gabriel Valley...LIFELINE FOR PETS is a non-profit rescue organization incorporated by the state of California in 1982. It was formed in June of 1981 by Lynne Jordan and Midge Poynter under the name Pet Lifeline. Midge and Lynne were involved in animal rescue work independent of each other until they met through an exchange of letters in the Virginia Kay column of the Pasadena Star-News. Lynne is a management analyst, retired from Federal civil service. Midge is a noted author of books for school children, one of which is "Too Few Happy Endings", a story of humane societies. She has also written, "What is One More?", about the work of animal rescuers."   
• Little Angels Pug Rescue (LAPR). "Our mission is to make sure we are there for every Pug who needs us and to do our best to find them the most appropriate and loving home."   
• Metro Pet Tracker. "At Metro Pet Tracker, we understand the immediate panic and confusion on learning that your much loved pet is missing. We’re here to help in the search by providing an easy and orderly way to assist you in finding your pet."
• New Leash On Life Los Angeles. "...Since its inception, New Leash On Life has been responsible for spaying and neutering thousands of pets, rescuing and placing over 3,000 dogs, providing free educational seminars at local shelters, setting shelter rescue priorities on “hard to place” animals requiring medical or special care, founding the P.E.T.’s program (Pet Educational Trainers) and co-founding Partners for Life which saved hundreds at the East Valley Animal Shelter. Finally in March of 2002, a lease was signed on thirteen acres in the Santa Clarita Valley for our E.R.A Center (Education, Rehabilitation and Adoption) which serves as a safe haven for many companion animals and a learning resource for children and adults facilitating New Leash On Life’s dream of making Los Angeles a no-kill city. "   
• Noah's Bark Pet Rescue. "Noah's Bark is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit local pet rescue organization based in the Los Angeles South Bay area. We are committed to finding permanent and happy homes for unwanted and homeless pets in our community. The organization was founded by Lila Hemenway in 1997. We rescue and re-home approximately 300 pets each year. Our organization does not have a shelter; volunteers provide foster care for animals while they await placement. Pets come to us as strays, owner turn-ins and from LA area shelters. We get dogs of all sizes and ages, purebreds and mixes alike. Although we primarily rescue dogs and puppies, we also have cats and kittens for adoption. You can read about a few of our more memorable rescues on our Amazing Rescues page."  
• Orphan Pet Oasis. "The Humane Society of the Desert, Orphan Pet Oasis, is a Non-Profit organization surviving solely on donations. We were established in 1961 to create a safe haven for the homeless abandoned and abused pets. Caring for more than 150 voiceless victim’s everyday. We are a rescue and pet placement organization that is made up of our volunteer Officers and Board Members, and a small paid staff to care for our animals daily.
  
  Orphan Pet Oasis is a NON-KILL facility and animal sanctuary. Currently, we have several dozen animals that have been with us for over 8 years. We welcome them spending the rest of their precious lives with us. We have an “Outreach Program” that‘s mission is to create an awareness of the importance of Neutering and or Spaying of pets and responsible pet ownership. There are many abandoned, abused, and neglected pets due to an over population, that we must react immediately. Orphan Pet Oasis crusade is becoming stronger with the support and compassion of animal lovers throughout the country that have a true understanding of what we do." 
• PAL Rescue & Adoption. "We are a nonprofit organization, working to place, in safe, permanent homes, as many abandoned and unwanted pets as possible. Since our inception, we have been successful in placing over 3,000 rescued cats, dogs, kittens, and puppies. Our rescue kennel is located in Torrance, California."   
• Paw'd Squad. "he Paw’d Squad Animal Rescue is working toward a time in Los Angeles when all cats and dogs are cared for, when all puppies and kittens find loving and generous owners. We rescue unwanted and abandoned animals, provide them with medical care, rehabilitation and foster homes until caring adoptive homes can be found. We spay and neuter prospective pets and educate owners about the importance of pet population control. We educate and help caretakers maintain healthy feral cat colonies, with a goal of population control and placement of socialized cats and kittens in permanent loving homes.  
• Paws/L.A. "PAWS/LA is committed to creating solutions for disenfranchised pet owners throughout Los Angeles County who are facing the challenges of living with a disabling illness. Due to the sheer physical and financial burden faced by people living with medical disabilities, many individuals would be unable to keep, feed and care for their "friends" without the help of PAWS/LA. To that end PAWS/LA provides a comprehensive package of essential pet care services-all at no charge.
  As a non-profit agency founded in 1989, PAWS/LA has grown from an organization with just two clients and two volunteers to one which provides services to over 1700 clients and their 2300+ companion animals."
• Peninsula Pet Rescue and Placement League, Rancho Palos Verdes. See Animal Lovers of South Bay.     
• Pet Adoption Fund. "Pet Adoption Fund is the largest No-Kill animal shelter in Southern California."  
• PetBond.com.  
• Pooch Heaven. See Animal Advocacy and Relief Foundation.
• Rancho Coastal Humane Society. "Rancho Coastal Humane Society (RCHS) was formed in 1961 by a group of hardworking volunteers, led by animal lover Maria K. Lloyd. The goal was and continues to be to care for the homeless animal population of San Diego County and to educate the public about pet over-population and responsible companion animal care.
  In the nearly 40 years since our inception, RCHS has grown from a small facility run by volunteers to a professionally managed humane society that provides quality shelter care, adoption services, education programs and an animal safe house program for the survivors of domestic violence." 
• Rottweiler Rescue of Los Angeles, Inc. "Our goal is to find loving, life-time homes for our rottweilers. All rottweilers available for adoption have been altered and vaccinated. We temperament test our rottweilers to ensure that they are sound, gentle, good-natured pets. We work on housebreaking and some basic obedience skills. And, they come with a lifetime guarantee, if at any time, for any reason, an adoption does not work out, you may bring the animal back."   
• Rover Rescue. "Over 100 dogs are put to sleep in overcrowded Los Angeles area animal shelters every day. Many of these homeless dogs have been abandoned, abused or neglected, without ever knowing the love of a caring human being.
  Rover Rescue is a non-profit organization founded in 2001 to save as many homeless dogs as we can and place them in permanent and loving homes. We know that somewhere nearby a person or family yearns for one of these special dogs..."   
• St. Roch Dog Rescue. "St Roch Dog Rescue is our family and friend-based rescue for abandoned and homeless dogs. We also provide placement in certain circumstances for dogs that families must give up. All our rescue dogs live in our home with our dogs, or with foster families and each dog has been socialized. We attempt to socialize our dogs to get along well with all people, children and other dogs. If a dog shows problematic behavior of any kind, we will fully inform a potential adopter. Each of our rescue dogs has been castrated or spayed as appropriate, de-wormed, and has been fully vaccinated.

  All our dogs have a "dog-back" guarantee. If, in a reasonable time, you decide a dog you have adopted from us is unsuitable, we will gladly take him back and make every effort to find him an another permanent home.

  There are no fees for adopting from us. However, we do require that you make a donation to the church, charity, or animal shelter of your choice. This policy is to ensure that only responsible, aware persons adopt from us. We insist that we meet all members of a family to ensure that the decision to adopt is supported. Under some circumstances, we may request a home visit to ensure that suitable space is available. We reserve the right to refuse adoption to any person." 

• Seal Beach Animal Care Center. "The Seal Beach Animal Care Center (SBACC) is a non-profit animal shelter formed in 1986 to provide a safe haven for the dogs and cats lost within our city limits. Our “staff” of valued volunteers ensures the animals in our care are kept as comfortable as possible until they can be placed in new adoptive homes.
  Please click on the links above to view just a few of the cats and dogs currently available for adoption, and learn more about the people, events, and programs that make the Care Center unique. We invite you to follow your online introduction with an in-person visit to the Care Center!"  (Also see Seal Beach)
• Siberian Husky Rescue/Referral of Southern California Referral, Inc. "Siberian Husky Rescue/Referral of Southern California Referral, Inc. is a California nonprofit corporation, operating under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, dedicated to rescuing and re-homing Siberian Huskies that have been abandoned in Southern California shelters. Our website also serves as a resource for locating other available Siberian Huskies in Southern California by providing an extensive shelter directory and listings of dogs available from other Siberian Husky rescue organizations in Southern California." 
• Southern California Humane Society. "The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Los Angeles believes that animals, as living creatures, have value beyond economic measurement, and are entitled to legal, moral and ethical consideration and protection." 
• Southland Collie Rescue. "Southland Collie Rescue, Inc. (SCR), a non-profit corporation located in the Los Angeles, California area, coordinates for several Collie Rescues in the Southland. All of our Collie Rescues find homes for purebred Collies and, when possible, Collie mixes from shelters, from people who have taken in strays, and from owners who can no longer care for their Collie. We foster our rescued Collies in private homes throughout Los Angeles and adjacent counties.
  
  We do not adopt our rescued collies to homes outside Southern California. If you are outside Southern California, please see The Collie Club of America's Rescue List, where you'll find a list of Collie Rescues by state. We hope you will find the right Collie Rescue there.
  
  Southland Collie Rescue overall rescues about 200 Collies each year. About 100 of those Collies must be rescued during the summer months, when so many people abandon or give up their dogs. We buy the dogs out of animal shelters, make sure they are spayed/neutered and provide medical treatment. We then place them in one of our private foster homes, where they are fed, groomed and loved as if they were one of the fosterer's own dogs.
  We find adopters for our rescued Collies through newspaper ads (L.A. TIMES), from other rescue organizations such as HART (Humane Animal Rescue Team) and by word of mouth. We conduct phone interviews and visit potential adopters' homes before any adoption takes place." 
• Southland Sheltie Rescue. "Southland Sheltie Rescue Inc. is a non-profit organization originated by Tri Valley Shetland Sheepdog Club. We are comprised of caring volunteers who give their time, abilities, and their homes to help place shelties where they will be well cared for and loved. We are located in Southern California, from Orange County to Ventura County.
  
  The group was formed to combat overpopulation in shelties and our main goals are protection of shelties already here and the prevention of further over-breeding. We are happy to help educate sheltie owners whenever we can. We strive to place all homeless shelties into permanent loving homes..." 
• Upland Animal Shelter. Through our fund raising efforts, we help dogs and cats at the Upland Animal Shelter with medical treatment, antibiotics and other necessary supplies not funded by the shelter. We also help to place dogs/cats through contact with rescue organizations and private individuals seeking adoption. We also aid the public by providing funding to help them with their pets’ medical needs. We are currently working together with the City of Rancho Cucamonga and are hoping to also assist dogs/cats in their shelter through our fund raising efforts.
• Ventura County Animal Regulation. "The Department of Animal Regulation serves a dual role in that we are tasked with protecting the animals of Ventura County from the actions of cruel, neglectful and irresponsible people and of protecting the people of Ventura County from dangerous, vicious and destructive animals.
  
  We provide services that include the impounding of: stray animals; pickup and treatment of sick and injured strays; wildlife that is presenting a traffic hazard, public nuisance or health risk; stray and unwanted livestock or fowl; nuisance animal investigations; bite investigations and quarantines; license sales and rabies vaccination clinics; euthanasia and disposal services; pickup of dead animals (except livestock) and assistance with animal evacuations during disasters. We do not provide spaying and neutering, kennel services, microchip services or veterinary care to the general public.
  
  At our Camarillo Shelter we house impounded stray, abandoned, lost and homeless animals and provide veterinary care, housing and board while the animals await reclaim or adoption. Adoption and reclaim of animals is available during public Counter Hours."   
• Westside German Shepherd Rescue of Los Angeles.   "Saving the World One German Shepherd at a Time." 
• West Los Angeles Obedience Training Club (WLAOTC). "...WLAOTC was founded in 1951, with the purpose to advance the training of dogs as a sport and to promote the benefits of a trained dog as a personal companion. WLAOTC is a non-profit corporation which supports other animal welfare organizations."