Top 5 Animal Shelters in Pennsylvania

1555 E 10th St, Erie, PA 16511, United States

“This was my fourth adoption of a four legged friend, first time at the ANNA shelter and also my first cat. Staff was friendly, attentive and answered all of my questions. I had already looked at their website and had all my paperwork in hand and ready to go. I came in to look at a female calico cat and ended up leaving with an orange and white male. Over the years of adopting I’ve come to realize that sometimes you get to pick, sometimes you don’t and sometimes they pick you-which is what I’d like to think Hubert ( formerly known as Cuppie) did. It’s been about 2 weeks and he’s settled in nicely and showing his calm but quirky personality. Thanks for a great experience!”

9 Beck Rd, Quakertown, PA 18951, United States

“Having a Kids Birthday party!? I highly recommend last chance ranch! We recently had my 4year olds birthday at the ranch and she couldn’t have been happier. The gathering space was perfect. Plenty of space, clean and I recommend decorating the horse shoe. The best part is clearly the animals- an up close look at barn yard friends can’t be beat. Denise was amazing from start to finish - we couldn’t be happier”

2713 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130, United States

“very nice cat cafe! lots of adorable friendly cats who are well taken care of by the employees and volunteers. staff was very informative and helpful. my s.o. and i are looking to adopt from here. they don’t do same day adoptions, instead they do a thorough background check to make sure adopters are fit for adoption. they helped us decide which cat to adopt based on their personalities, very helpful. all cats are spayed/neutered and up to date on shots too!”

1710 Ridge Rd, Pottstown, PA 19465, United States

“This place is pure magic! My family loves going here to have an intimate experience with these majestic horses that we just can’t have anywhere else. We have had picnics on the grass and spent a few hours to just a quick stop by. The staff is always friendly and beyond welcoming. I think our favorite part is just having the stress of life melt away for a bit while immersed in such a beautiful place.”

3129 Godfrey Ridge Dr, Stroudsburg, PA 18360, United States

“I came here with my mother to look at adoptable dogs. The setting was large and as clean and open as can be expected from a charity doing its best. The site was broken down by size of dogs and by dogs and cats. The were large both indoor and outdoor pens to meet the potential pets. They had separate small buildings where you could meet your next friend. In order to meet a new friend, you first must fill out an application and meet a volunteer. With the dogs, they were firm about wanting people who would be active and walk the dogs frequently and exercise them regularly. They were knowledgeable about the dog breeds and seemed to have good information about where the animals came from. We did not about in this visit. This organization is highly recommended.”

222 Hall Ave, Washington, PA 15301, United States

“Everyone here has been great! My cats are happy and healthy bc of this place. I thought the kitten we had was going to die. I called on a Sunday and was in to see them the next day. I truly believe they save life. I don’t go anywhere else!!!”

901 Nestle Way, Breinigsville, PA 18031, United States

“i had a stray cat at my house. she is an awesome cat but i could not keep her due to circumstances of my own. it was heartbreaking for me. The Sanctuary at Haafsville took her in for me. I am so grateful they did. Thank You! I know you have you hands full at this time. You are a bunch of Hero's.”

200 Centre St, New York, NY 10013, United States

“11 years ago, we adopted our first kitten here when she was two years old. She continues to bring joy to our lives, and the approval response for the adoption application took about 1-2 weeks after completion. I must say, I fully support the stringent approval process and review, as many irresponsible individuals lack the patience needed for animal care. Grateful for the dedication of the volunteers.”

386 PA-217, Latrobe, PA 15650, United States

“I've adopted three pets here. I really love this place. Seems the pets are well taken care of. I recently lost my pet, so I'll probably be visiting them soon. This location has been around for quite awhile now. It's a huge improvement from the old place. Highly recommend!”

4552 McKnight Rd Suite 400, Pittsburgh, PA 15237, United States

“Wonderful rescue! The kitties were very accessible, volunteers were knowledgeable and helpful, and the atmosphere was interactive and welcoming. Highly recommend as a place to go to find your new best furry friend!”

14425 Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116, United States

“This place is absolutely magical. What the owner does for all these beautiful animals is truly a gift. I have the pleasure of getting to meet several of these animals. They are the cutest healthiest, and most beautiful dogs and cats I’ve ever seen. My son is looking for a cat in his junior year of college and I can’t wait to come and meet more of the kitties that are available to be able to choose it forever home for one.”

848 S Prince St, Lancaster, PA 17603, United States

“I emailed the facility prior to visiting an available dog to see if she might fit our family, which includes young children. I was encouraged by the response and visited the facility with my family the same afternoon. I tried to make an appointment as well, but was told the dogs are FCFS. We still drove almost an hour to get there with our young children. Then we waited 40 minutes in the lobby. Finally, a lady/ handler brought out the dog we had requested to meet to the lobby. We were told to sit in our seats and not move unless approached by the dog. We knew the dog was shy to begin with, and she was not interested in approaching. She just wanted to be petted by the handler. I took that as a good sign-she could form strong bonds with others. When I handed our young son to my husband, he started crying and the handler immediately declared the meeting over because she felt it was “too much” for the dog. While I respect the handlers position, we were given less than 10 minutes in a highly awkward and less than ideal environment to bond with a shy animal. I definitely felt short changed and will not be visiting again. We are a good family with a lot to offer a dog in need, but we did not feel that we were even considered after making considerable effort to have a “meet.””

1527 PA-136, Eighty Four, PA 15330, United States

“We just adopted our cat from here, and had a great experience! Their new building is beautiful, and a huge improvement from the old one. They seem to do a great job taking care of the animals here! The adoption process was easy but thorough. When we took our cat home, we got a "goody bag" full of food, treats, toys, and a folder full of important information about our new cat. We had such a great experience with the staff here, and we're so happy with our new family member!”

138 Miller Dr, Honesdale, PA 18431, United States

“I adopted Nicky an 8 year old Beagle mix on 2/4/2021. I love my ny new family member. He's a great dog,happy and lovable. The staff at Dessin were friendly and courteous. I highly recommend adopting your pet at the Dessin animal shelter.”