Animal Rescue Services in Marin and the Bay Area

Whether you’re looking to help an animal in need or to adopt a new pet of your own, discover local pet businesses and organizations that help animals thrive.

Dog getting pet

Animal Shelter and/or Rescues

Corte Madera

The Kern Project

 The Kern Project rescues cats and dogs from Kern County, then provides rehabilitation, veterinary care and transportation to connect them to loving homes in the Bay Area. 

518 B Tamalpais Dr., Corte Madera, [email protected]

Novato

Marin Humane

Meet your furry forever friends at Marin Humane. Or, you can volunteer your time to help animals in need. Marin Humane remains an institution in the county, and in July 2021, it joined forces with Hopalong Animal Rescue of Oakland, broadening its reach and its foster and rescue network.

171 Bel Marin Keys Blvd, Novato, 415.883.4621

Mill Valley

Persian & Himalayan Cat Rescue

Since 1990, as a dedicated group of volunteers, it has been their mission to rescue and re-home Persian cats from shelters, vets and owners who need help re-homing their pets.

305 Ross Dr, Mill Valley, 925.838.1838

SaveABunny

Healing and transforming the lives of rescued rabbits and their human guardians by connecting them through trust and unconditional love.

514 Pineo Ave, Mill Valley, 415.388.2790

Rocket Dog Rescue

Staffed by passionate volunteers, Rocket Dog Rescue saves dogs from dire situations and connect them to fosters and permanent homes. Their Urban Sanctuary in Oakland houses dogs in need, and regular adoption events throughout the Bay Area connects the animals to hopeful pet parents. In Marin, catch them at Mill Valley’s Pet Food Express every third Saturday of the month.

Adoption events at Pet Food Express, 743 E Blithedale Avenue, [email protected]

San Francisco

Andrea’s Dream Rescue

Andrea’s Dream Rescue is a San Francisco-based cat rescue. Founded by Andrea Montoya with the goal of helping other local rescues and shelters in San Francisco, they’ve since expanded to help the entire Bay Area and Central Valley.

Pop-ups at Pet Food Express, 1975 Market St, San Francisco, [email protected]

Golden Gate Labrador Retriever Rescue

Helping Labs since 1986! GGLRR is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization in the greater SF Bay Area of Northern California.

268 Bush St., #4322, San Francisco, [email protected]

Muttville Senior Dog Rescue

Senior dogs need homes just as badly as puppies, and Muttville is committed to helping mature pups find secure homes in their golden years. Their rescue and housing model has inspired emulators throughout the country, and the proof is in the pudding: Muttville’s mutts are getting scooped up fast into loving homes.

750 Florida St, San Francisco, 415.272.4172

Toni’s Kitty Rescue

Toni’s Kitty Rescue is a registered nonprofit organization founded by Toni Sestak. The TKR community is an active, dedicated group of volunteers who provide foster care for orphaned kittens that are too young to be considered adoptable.

415 Buena Vista Ave E, 415.828.4153

Petaluma

Little Trooper Ranch

An animal rescue operation in central Sonoma County, Little Trooper regularly saves animals from dangerous situations and gets them into loving homes. Their rescues are usually smaller dogs, from puppies to seniors.

11041 Main St, Penngrove, 707.228.0696

North Bay Animal Services

Their staff is here every day, providing excellent care to in-house animals, and their foster program is in full swing. With dogs, cats and small animals available for adoption, your family can find a new companion at North Bay Animal Services.

840 Hopper St, Petaluma, 707.762.6227

Animal Sanctuaries

American Made Miniatures Farm Sanctuary

They invite the public to come visit, feed, pet and learn about their animals. They can take some of their animals to schools, day cares, convalescent homes, assisted living communities, churches and more.

Petaluma, 707.778.2060

Rancho Compasión

Rancho Compasión provides a home to previously neglected and abused farm animals. Nestled in the hills around Nicasio, the sanctuary hosts humane afterschool programs and visting events to celebrate and educate folks on their resident animals.

2600 Nicasio Valley Rd, Nicasio, 415.250.1099

Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue

Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue is run by a team of dedicated staff and volunteers who are passionate about wildlife.

403 Mecham Rd, Petaluma, 707.526.9453