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Ainu The Perfect Guardian dog
The Ainu dog, also called Hokkaido dog, is named after the Japanese prefecture where it arrived 3000 years ago, when the Ainu tribe from the Tohoken region brought it along.

With its straight forelegs, powerful neck, prominent chest and solid back, the dog is thin, muscular and fast - an important feature for those who would like to adopt such a breed. Due to its outdoorsy and inquisitive nature, it needs long daily walks and regular exercise to stay in shape. That is why this breed is unsuitable for living inside an apartment. Intelligent, watchful, eager to learn and very easy to train, the breed is suitable for hunting, but it also

Choose the Airedale Terrier as a Pet and Say Good-Bye to Boredom
“The King of the Terriers”, the Airedale terrier comes from Airedale, Yorkshire, England, and it is the largest of the terrier breeds. It comes from crossing the old and vanished breeds of the Black-and-Tan terrier with the Otterhound. It is also said that they have the Manchester terrier in their blood. They were initially bred to hunt otters (reason for which they are also called the Waterside Terrier) and hares in the valley of the Aire river - that also gave its name to the breed - and to herd sheep, being both shepherd and hunting dogs.

The Africanis Dog From the South African Plains to Your Home
Dog breeders do not officially recognize Africanis as a breed. Also known as the Bantu Dog or the Zulu Dog, the breed developed in South Africa and it is basically comprised of similar breeds that are originally from the area. However, dog historians have acquired enough evidence to conclude that, originally, the breed lived in the East and Middle East and migrated to Africa in ancient times. The Zulu Dog is a perfect companion for people, whether we are talking about more traditional activities like hunting or herding, or simply about the pleasure of having a dog companion.

The Afghan Hound Elegance and Distinction
If the old saying that claims that dogs and masters resemble each other is true, then the Afghan hound is surely the dog most likely to be seen in the presence of an aristocrat. Its silky, thick coat will match any of its masters' designer dresses or elegant suits. Distinguished in looks and personality, this is one of the breeds that you can't stop looking at when seeing on the street and that you are very likely to see at a dog show.

Washington Animal Shelter directory

Washington Animal Shelters receive pets from:

* stray animals
* relatives when an owner has passed away
* humane organizations and animal control agencies
* owners who can no longer care for their pets

When animals are taken in, they rarely have a medical history. If there is one available that indicates medical aid or veterinary care has been given; this information is passed on to the new owner. The Animal Shelter cannot guarantee the health or temperament of an animal adopted from the Shelter.

In order to adopt from a Washington Animal Shelter you will need a Drivers License or photo ID and must be at least 18 years of age.

Please allow at least 30 minutes to visit the Shelter, view the animals and acquaint yourself with those who are available for adoption. If you do not find what you are looking for, a wish list is sometimes maintained at the front desk, so be sure to check with the receptionist.

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Aberdeen Scottish Terrier Rescue
Vancouver, Washington 98660

Adopt-A-Pet
shelton, Washington 98584

Akita Rescue Society, Inc.
tenino, Washington 98589

Alternative Humane Society
bellingham, Washington 98226

American Cocker Spaniel Rescue
Spanaway, Washington 98387

Anacortes Animal Relief Fund (AARF)
anacortes, Washington 98221

Angels In Flight - Avian Rescue
orting, Washington 98360

Angels Pet Rescue
olympia, Washington 98516

Animal Home Find
yakima, Washington 98908

Animal Lovers Society
seattle, Washington 98122

Animal Protection Society of San Juan Island
friday harbor, Washington 98250

Animal Rescue
puyallup, Washington 98371

Animal Rescue & Adoption
yelm, Washington 98597

Animal Rescue Families
bremerton, Washington 98337

Animals In RecoveryAIR
Seattle, Washington 98136

Animals' Crusaders
lynnwood, Washington 98037

Ark Humane Society
bellingham, Washington 98225

ARmedia Group
seattle, Washington 98107

BaaHaus Animal Rescue Group
vashon island, Washington 98070

Benton-Franklin Humane Society
tri-cities, Washington 99302

Best Friends Rescue Foundation
kelso, Washington 98626

Best Little Rabbit, Rodent & Ferret House
seattle, Washington 98125

Blue Mountain Humane Society
walla walla, Washington 99362

Bremerton Animal Control
bremerton, Washington 98337

Broken Oaks Equine Retirement Center
dallesport, Washington 98617

Burro Rescue Rehab Relocation Onus
cheney, Washington 99004

Camano Animal Shelter
camano island, Washington 98292

Cascade Animal Protection Society
sumner, Washington 98390

Cascade Bulldog RescueRehome Inc
Buckley, Washington 98321

CAT KEEPERS
GRAHAM, Washington 98338

Cat Purebred Rescue (CPR)
seattle, Washington 98166

Clallam County Humane Society
port angeles, Washington 98363

Clark County Animal Protection and Control
vancouver, Washington 98666

Clarkston Animal Shelter
clarkston, Washington 99403

CLAWS and PAWS Animal Shelter
Quincy, Washington 98848

Companion Animal Aid and Placement Society / SPCA
pullman, Washington 99165

Companion Animal Care Project
shelton, Washington 98584

Concern for Animals
olympia, Washington 98507

Country Critters Rescue Corral
sedro-woolley, Washington 98284

Dachshund Rescue NW & Dachshund Club of Spokane
airway heights, Washington 99001

Dog Patch Humane
colville, Washington 99114

Doney Memorial Pet Clinic
seattle, Washington 98104

Eastern Washington Parrot Rescue
sprague, Washington 99032

Eastside Pet Adoption Center- Bellevue/Crossroads
bellevue, Washington 98008

Ellensburg Animal Shelter
ellensburg, Washington 98926

English Setter Rescue
gig harbor, Washington 98335

Equine Rescue Association
tulalip, Washington 98271

Everett Animal Shelter
everett, Washington 98201

Evergreen Animal Rights Network
olympia, Washington 98505

Feline Friends
shelton, Washington 98584

Feline Rescue
university place, Washington 98466

Feral Care
seattle, Washington 98125

Feral Cat Coalition
redmond, Washington 98052

For The Horse Equine Rescue
stanwood, Washington 98292

Forget Me Not Animal Shelter
Republic, Washington 99166

Friends of Campus Cats
seattle, Washington 98125

Friends of the Animals Foundation
Seattle, Washington 98116

Friends of the Animals Foundation (FAF)
seattle, Washington 98106

Friends of the Forks Animal
forks, Washington 98331

Goldendale Animal Shelter
goldendale, Washington 98620

Grant County Animal Outreach
Moses Lake, Washington 98837

Grant County Animal Outreach, operating the Moses Lake Shelter
Moses Lake, Washington 98837

Greyhound Pets, Inc.
oak harbor, Washington 98277

Harbor Association of Volunteers for Animals / Hava Heart Sanctuary
raymond, Washington 98577

Harbor Hope Cat Rescue
gig harbor, Washington 98335

Homeward Pet Adoption Center
woodinville, Washington 98072

Hooved Animal Rescue of Thurston County
olympia, Washington 98506

Hope for Horses
sultan, Washington 98072

Hoquiam Animal Shelter
hoquiam, Washington 98550

House Rabbit Society - Washington State
redmond, Washington 98073

Humane Society - Western Region - HappyPaws Farm
stanwood, Washington 98292

Humane Society for Seattle/King County
bellevue, Washington 98005

Humane Society for Southwest Washington
vancouver, Washington 98660

Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County
tacoma, Washington 98409

Humane Society of Central Washington
yakima, Washington 98901

Humane Society of Cowlitz County
longview, Washington 98632

Humane Society of Skagit Valley
burlington, Washington 98233

Inland Empire Golden Retriever Rescue
spokane, Washington 99228

It's Meow or Never Animal Rescue
Woodinville, Washington 98072

It's Meow or Never Animal Rescue - Sanctuary
Woodinville, Washington 98072

Japanese Chin Dog Rescue
renton, Washington 98058

Jefferson County Animal Services / Bayshore Animal Shelter
port townsend, Washington 98368

Kindred Spirits Animal Sanctuary
suquamish, Washington 98392

King County Animal Control
kent, Washington 98032

Kitsap Humane Society
silverdale, Washington 98383

Kuitan Equine Rescue
stanwood, Washington 98292

Lewis County Animal Shelter
chehalis, Washington 98532

Lifesavers Dog Rescue
yakima, Washington 98903

Little Dudes Ferret Ranch
north bend, Washington 98045

Lucky Dog Rescue and Adoption
duvall, Washington 98019

MacParrot
Bremerton, Washington 98319

Margaret Kyros Foundation for Animals
seattle, Washington 98112

Meow Cat Rescue
kirkland, Washington 98083

Mercer Island Eastside Orphans and Waifs (MEOW)
kirkland, Washington 98080

Methow Valley Animal Foster Care
twisp, Washington 98856

Moses Lake-Grant County Humane Society
moses lake, Washington 98837

Mount Vernon Animal Control
mount vernon, Washington 98284

Mountain Dogs Rescue
elk, Washington 99009

North East Washington Animal Protection League
Colville, Washington 99114

Northwest Organization for Animal Help (N.O.A.H.)
stanwood, Washington 98292

Oasis for Animals
langley, Washington 98260

Okanogan County Animal Foster Care
omak, Washington 98841

Old Dog Haven
lake stevens, Washington 98258

P.A.W.S., Inc.
aberdeen, Washington 98520

Pampered Parrots Avian Rescue
medical lake, Washington 99022

Pampered Parrots Avian Rescue
Airway Heights, Washington 99001

Partners for Pets
veradale, Washington 99037

Pasado's Safe Haven
sultan, Washington 98294

Paws
aberdeen, Washington 98520

Paws & Claws Animal Rescue
puyallup, Washington 98373

PAWS of Bainbridge Island / North Kitsap (Progressive Animal Welfare Society)
bainbridge island, Washington 98110

PAWS of Bremerton
bremerton, Washington 98310

People for Abandoned Pets
bellevue, Washington 98005

Pet Adoption League
seattle, Washington 98117

Pet Adoption Services
Warden, Washington 98857

Pet Aid of Washington
Woodland, Washington 98674

Pet Rescue
otis orchards, Washington 99027

Pet Rescue of Spokane
otis orchards, Washington 99027

PetShelter Network
seattle, Washington 98107

Pig Dignity Sanctuary
woodland, Washington 98674

Pigs Peace Sanctuary
stanwood, Washington 98292

Precious Life Animal Sanctuary
edmonds, Washington 98020

Progressive Animal Welfare Society
hoquiam, Washington 98520

Progressive Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) - Olympic Wildlife Center
lynnwood, Washington 98046

Pullman Animal Shelter
pullman, Washington 99163

Pullman Animal Welfare Society
pullman, Washington 99163

Purrfect Pals / Arlington Animal Shelter
arlington, Washington 98223

Quinault Nation Animal Control
taholah, Washington 98587

Rescue Every Dog - R.E.D. Mason County Chapter
belfair, Washington 98528

Rescue Pup
mill creek, Washington 98012

Sara's Sanctuary
redmond, Washington 98073

Save Our Critters Society
redondo, Washington 98054

Seattle Animal Control / Shelter
seattle, Washington 98119

Seattle Beagle Rescue
redmond, Washington 98053

Seattle Purebred Dog Rescue
redmond, Washington 98073

Seattle Sugar Glider Rescue
seattle, Washington 98103

Second Chance Companions
battle ground, Washington 98604

Second Chance Horse Rescue Ranch
sedro woolley, Washington 98284

SECOND CHANCE LAB RESCUE
Yakima, Washington 98902

Second Chance Ranch
elma, Washington 98541

Shelton Mason County Parrot Rescue SMCPR
Shelton, Washington 98584

South Pacific County Humane Society
Long Beach, Washington 98631

Spokane County Regional Animal Care and Protection Services - SCRAPS
spokane, Washington 99216

Spokane Humane Society
spokane, Washington 99217

SpokAnimal C.A.R.E.
spokane, Washington 99202

The Cat's Meow
Anacortes, Washington 98221

Thurston County Animal Shelter - Animal Services Olympia
olympia, Washington 98506

Thurston County Humane Society
olympia, Washington 98502

Tri Cities Animal Shelter Control Services
Pasco, Washington 99301

Tri-City Animal Control
pasco, Washington 99301

Tri-City Animal Control and Sheltering Service
richland, Washington 99352

Vashon Island Pet Protection
vashon, Washington 98070

Wags to Riches Animal Rescue and Sanctuary
Union Gap, Washington 98903

Washington Akita Group Inc
Nine Mile Falls, Washington 99026

Washington Alaskan Malamute Adoption League
North Bend, Washington 98045

Washington Reptile Rescue
Vancouver, Washington 98682

Washington State Animal Response Team
Enumclaw, Washington 98022

Wenatchee Valley Humane Society
wenatchee, Washington 98801

West Columbia Gorge Humane Society
camas, Washington 98607

West Columbia Gorge Humane Society
Washougal, Washington 98671

Whatcom Humane Society
bellingham, Washington 98226

Whidbey Animals' Improvement Foundation (WAIF)
coupeville, Washington 98239

Whidbey Island Rescue for Equines (WIRE)
oak harbor, Washington 98277

Whitman County Humane Society
pullman, Washington 99163

Wild Felid Advocacy Center of Washington
Tumwater, Washington 98511

Wild Felid Advocacy Center of Washington
Shelton, Washington 98584

Wingover Farm Sanctuary and Rescues
ephrata, Washington 98823

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