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Montana

Humane Society of Park County (MT)

Includes info about cats and dogs awaiting homes in Park County (many with pictures). The descriptions could be VERY helpful if you've lost someone!!
Humane Society of Park County;   Livingston, Montana
http://www.montanapets.org/hspc/

Lewis and Clark Humane Society

Strives to protect animals and improve their lives by providing shelter and care, pet adoptions, animal population control and humane investigation, as well as Lost and Found info.
Lewis and Clark Humane Society;   Helena, Montana
http://www.initco.net/humane/

Montana Pets (MT)

Includes the opportunity to get on the Waiting List to be notified when a specific pet becomes available at a shelter in Montana. Also includes addresses, phone and email contacts for numerous shelters in the state.
Dianne and Ron Armstrong
http://www.montanapets.org/

Nebraska

Capital Humane Society (NE)

The mission of the Capital Humane Society is to foster a healthy companionship between humans and animals, to help enhance appreciation of animals, prevent their abuse, and underscore their intrinsic value.
Capital Humane Society of Lincoln, Nebraska
http://chs.inetnebr.com/

Nebraska Humane Society (NE)

The NHS provides education, gives sanctuary to animals, encourages adoptions and promotes responsible pet ownership; their creative Humane Education program serves the Omaha/Douglas County area.
Nebraska Humane Society;   Omaha, Nebraska
http://www.nehumanesociety.org/

Nevada

The Animal Foundation (NV)

The City of Las Vegas and the Animal Foundation joined forces in November 1995 to bring innovative solutions to the plight of homeless animals. Learn more about their shelter and programs; read about their efforts to become a No-Kill City (from USA Today).
The Animal Foundation;   Las Vegas, Nevada
http://www.ci.las-vegas.nv.us/animal_foundation.htm

Blue Sky Rescue (NV)

Yorkshire Terrier Rescue and small and furry animals
3950 Sorrento way
Las Vegas, Nevada
702-433-9092
http://bluskysrescue.freewebpages.org/Page2.htm

(NV) Media Partners for Pets (NV)

This group's mission is to eliminate the euthanasia of healthy adoptable pets by educating the public, facilitating the appropriate adoption of homeless pets, and organizing off-site adoption events with area shelters, such as the big Adopt-a-thon in Las Vegas.
Media Partners for Pets;   Las Vegas, Nevada
http://members.tripod.com/mediapartnersforpets/

New Hampshire

The Humane Society for Greater Nashua (NH)

HSfGN provides info about animals available for adoption, low-cost spay/neuter options, NH Animal Laws, Lost/Found pet forms, Animal Resources Directory, etc.
The Humane Society for Greater Nashua;   Nashua, New Hampshire
http://www.hsfn.org/

The Lancaster Humane Society (NH)

This non-profit, no-kill shelter lovingly cares for and places neglected, abused and abandoned critters and provides education, support and behavior counseling to owners so fewer pets are discarded.
The Lancaster Humane Society;   Lancaster, New Hampshire
http://www.lhsnokill.org/

Monadnock Humane Society (NH)

MHS believes that "the best shelter is a humane community," and looks for new ways to offer animal behavior knowledge and to partner with citizens in caring for all of the community's animals. Site provides resources and info about programs, animal adoption (with lifetime pet behavior assistance and discounted pet training classes), etc.
Monadnock Humane Society;   West Swanzey, New Hampshire
http://www.monadpets.org/

New Hampshire Humane Society (NH)

NH Humane shelters and cares for lost and unwanted animals; they also provide humane education and other programs; check out the pictures and info about pets seeking homes.
New Hampshire Humane Society;   Laconia, New Hampshire
http://www.nhhumane.org/

New Hampshire Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (NH)

Site includes info about programs & services, newsletter articles, LINKS, and an extensive "Statement of Principles and Beliefs" section.
NHSPCA Stratham, New Hampshire
http://www.nhspca.org/index.html

Upper Valley Humane Society (NH)

UPVS focuses on providing humane care and shelter for abandoned, abused, and unwanted animals; promoting responsible pet ownership through education and public awareness; decreasing pet overpopulation via Spay/Neuter Programs.
Upper Valley Humane Society;   Enfield, New Hampshire
http://www.valley.net/~uvhs/

New Jersey

Animal Adoption Center (NJ)

The mission of the AAC is to rescue and welcome abandoned and unwanted companion animals, and to shelter, nurture, and support them until they find safe, caring homes with loving families.
AAC   Lindenwold, New Jersey
http://animaladoption.com/

Cumberland County SPCA (NJ)

View the pet list to see who's available and learn more about this chapter of the NJ State SPCA; all pets are spayed/neutered prior to adoption.
Cumberland County SPCA;   Vineland, New Jersey
http://www.petfinder.org/shelters/NJ44.html

Shelters and Private Rescues (NJ)

A listing of shelters and rescue groups and animal control facilities in New Jersey.
New Jersey German Shepherd Rescue, Inc.
http://www.gsd-rescue.com/available/shelters.html

New Mexico

Heart and Soul Animal Sanctuary (NM)

This no kill animal sanctuary provides care to sick, abused, abandoned, or old animals and works to alleviate the suffering of all animals. They facilitate the adoption of animals to good homes, maintain an active humane education program and also provide low-cost spay/neuter.
Heart and Soul Animal Sanctuary;   Santa Fe, New Mexico
http://www.animal-sanctuary.org/

A.C.A.T.  (Albuquerque Cat Action Team)
P.O. Box 51683
Albuquerque, NM 87181-1683
505-323-ACAT (2228)
www.albcat.com

New York

Erie County SPCA (NY)

Find out about this Western New York shelter and their mobile Whisker Wag'n adoption unit; take a virtual tour and peruse the Animal Behavior Tips.
Erie County SPCA;   Tonawanda, New York
http://spcaec.com/

Greece Residents Assisting Stray Pets (NY)

Located just west of Rochester, GRASP rescues all adoptable animals that go through the pound and, with the help of foster homes, locates good homes for them.
Greece, New York
http://www.servtech.com/~six/GRASP/

German Shepard Rescue of Duchess County (NY)

P.O.Box 74 Billings
NY 12510-0074
(845) 226-8401
http://gsd-rescue.com/

Animal Welfare Adoption Network (NY)

We are a 501c(3) non profit located in Woodstock, NY. The heart of our mission is to place cats and dogs in our network of foster homes until loving adoptions can be arranged.
PO Box 53
W. Hurley, NY. 12491
845-679-0227
Woodstock, New York
http://awan.us

Hamburg Eden Animal Rescue Team, Inc. (NY)

H.E.A.R.T., Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose main objective is to alleviate the suffering of injured, abused, or neglected stray animals. All animals reside in foster homes until loving, permanent homes are located. H.E.A.R.T.’s Lost and Found takes reports on lost or found pets in Western New York and gives information and support to the worried owners (and finders).
H.E.A.R.T.;   Athol Springs, New York
http://www.heart.buffnet.net/

The Humane Society of Rochester & Monroe County (NY)

The Humane Society at Lollypop Farm is committed to the humane treatment of animals through education, prevention of cruelty and promotion of responsible pet ownership. Find out about the Pets Are Welcome Program for rental housing, too.
The Humane Society of Rochester & Monroe County at Lollypop Farm;   Fairport, New York
http://www.lollypop.org/

New Yorkers for Companion Animals   (NY)

NYCA is a small, nonprofit, volunteer run organization based in New York City's upper east side. The cats and dogs available for adoption are rescued animals placed in volunteer foster homes until permanent homes are found.
NYCA
http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Plains/5418/nycahomepage.html

North Shore Animal League (NY)

Includes info about this shelter (located on Long Island) and its programs. Pets are available for adoption in the NY, NJ, CT area; there is also info about Adoptathon 99 which includes a map of participating shelters in OTHER areas of the country (as well as participating International Shelters).
North Shore Animal League Port Washington (Long Island), New York
http://www.nsal.org/

Second Chance Farm (NY)

This no-kill animal shelter, located in Ulster County, takes in stray animals and provides them with food, love, and medical care while evaluating each individual personality in order to them with the right family.
Second Chance Farm;   Stone Ridge, New York
http://www.secondchancefarm.org/

The SPCA in Cattaraugus County (NY)

The largest animal shelter in New York's southern tier, this non-profit, no-kill animal shelter, was founded in 1905 and provides adoption services for homeless and neglected animals as well as a a mobile spay/neuter clinic.
The SPCA in Cattaraugus County; Olean, NY
http://www.spcacattco.org/

SPCA Serving Allegany County (NY)

A no-kill shelter providing care for animals, humane education, foster care, a spay/neuter program, as well as cruelty investigation: Read an article about their humane officer's efforts: Rescued Yankee Pits.
S.P.C.A. Serving Allegany County / Wellsville, New York
http://www.pageworm.com/spca/

Westside Animal Rescue (NY)

WAR is a not-for-profit, all volunteer, NO-KILL animal shelter/rescue organization located in New York City. Their goal is to rescue abandoned cats and dogs, give them the proper care, love and respect they deserve, then find them loving, appropriate homes.
Westside Animal Rescue   New York City
http://www.westsideanimalrescue.org/

Whiskers Animal Benevolent League (NY)

This is a small, volunteer-run, no-kill shelter, which in addition to caring for and placing animals, performs many community services. They maintain an Animal-Friendly Landlord List, a lost-and-found registry, and provide assistance with spaying and neutering, etc. They also have a initiated a Share-A-Pet Program to provide sponsorship for unadoptable animals.
Whiskers Animal Benevolent League;   Albany, New York
http://www.albany.net/~qcats/

Animal Shelters in NY (NY)

This listing provides addresses and phone numbers of many of the shelters in New York State arranged alphabetically by Area Code.
George Kerney
http://members.aol.com/Georgek27/shelters.html

In the Dog House Animal Rescue
Endicott NY 13760 (Broome County)
1-877-873-6500 ext. 504
Email: inthedoghouse2k@juno.com
www.doghouse.cjb.com

North Carolina

Haven Animal Shelter (NC)

A No-Kill animal shelter and animal education center which provides extensive community outreach services, humane education and also offers a complete range of services to long term care facilities implementing The Eden Alternative. Lots of good info is provided on this site.
Haven Animal Shelter;   Raeford, North Carolina
http://www.maro.net/teresa/haven/

The Humane Society of Charlotte (NC)

A nonprofit charitable organization totally supported by voluntary donations, and dedicated to the promotion of animal welfare throughout Mecklenburg County. Site includes info regarding a variety of programs including the low-cost Spay/Neuter Clinic.
The Humane Society of Charlotte;   Charlotte, North Carolina [No-frames Contents Page]
http://www.clthumane.org/

also see the Animal Adoption League of York County (Charlotte, NC)

The New Hanover Humane Society (NC)

This a charitable, non-profit organization is dedicated to serving the needs of homeless and unwanted animals in the community. In addition to sheltering and placing homeless animals, they provide a low-cost Spay/Neuter Clinic, lost and found services, cruelty investigations, etc.
The New Hanover Humane Society;   Wilmington, North Carolina
http://humanesociety.wilmington.org/

Southport Oak Island Animal Rescue (NC)

This humanitarian facility, operated entirely by volunteers, provides safe shelter, medical treatment, healthy food, love and daily care to lost, abandoned and injured dogs and cats. Visit the pets awaiting placement and see if YOUR next family member is at SOAR.
Southport Oak Island Animal Rescue;   Southport, North Carolina
http://home.ec.rr.com/soar/

North Dakota

Pet Rescue Program (PRP) (ND)

Information about the Pet Adoption Program offered by The Natural Pet Center for the purpose of finding homes for neglected and abandoned animals: dogs, cats, and even horses and ponies.
The Natural Pet / Fargo, ND Center
http://www.geocities.com/RainForest/Vines/6104/

Central Dakota Humane Society
2090 37th Street
Mandan, ND 58554
Phone: 701-667-2020
Fax: 701-667-0149
www.ndonline.com/cdhs
Shelter E-mail: cdhs@ndonline.com

Ohio

Cat Welfare Association (OH)

This non-profit organization promotes better care and understanding of cats while providing for the physical welfare of homeless cats and kittens. They assist owners with low-cost spay/neuter, and also shelter and place special needs kitties.
The Cat Welfare Association;   Columbus, Ohio
http://www.catwelfareohio.com/

Citizens for Humane Action (OH)

CHA is a nonprofit humane society, located near Columbus (in central Ohio), which helps abandoned, neglected, injured and/or abused animals. In addition to pet placement services, this volunteer organization provides counseling for pet owners, as well as lost and found assistance.
Citizens for Humane Action;   Westerville, Ohio
http://www.asacomp.com/~jkrhodes/cha/cha.htm

Great Dane Rescue of Greater Dayton (OH)

Educates the public and takes in Great Danes who have no other place to live; provides all necessary medical care (including spay/neuter); temperament tests each dog and matches them appropriately with loving, lifelong, adoptive families.
Great Dane Rescue of Greater Dayton;  
http://www.geocities.com/harldanes/

Hearts and Paws Rescue and Pet Adoption (OH)

Hearts and Paws is a small, non-profit all-breed rescue group organized exclusively to provide foster homes, rehabilitation, and placement for homeless animals. Dog Rescue Ohio focuses primarily on Summit and Stark County, but placements are made throughout the state in an effort to locate the best home for each animal.
Hearts and Paws Rescue and Pet Adoption;   Canal Fulton, Ohio
http://www.heartsandpaws.org/

Humane Society of Delaware County (OH)

Provides rescue and adoption as well as a low-cost spay-neuter clinic. Great online resources, too.
Humane Society of Delaware County   Delaware, Ohio
http://www.delawarecohumanesoc.org/

Lawrence County Humane Society (OH)

The LCHS Abuse and Adoption Center is a no-kill shelter which offers refuge, medical care, and a second chance for life to unwanted and abused animals. They encourage responsible pet ownership, provide foster care for animals in court cases, and promote spay/neuter.
Lawrence County Humane Society;   Ironton, Ohio
http://www.irontonshelter.org

Little Orphan's Ferret Shelter & Rescue (OH)

Takes unwanted, abandoned, lost, neglected, abused and older ferrets or ferrets that owners can longer keep. No questions asked.
Little Orphan's Ferret Shelter & Rescue; Dayton, Ohio area
http://www.geocities.com/Petsburgh/Haven/1775/oh.html

Madison County Humane Society (OH)

Site includes info about programs as well as links to other resources.
Madison County Humane Society;   London, Ohio
http://madisonhumane.hypermart.net/

O'Bryonville Animal Rescue (OH)

A no-kill, non-profit animal rescue whose mission is to find loving homes for cats and kittens. They spay/neuter and provide care for the feral cat population through colony maintenance; and, when taming is possible, cats are socialized and placed in permanent homes.
O'Bryonville Animal Rescue;   O'Bryonville area (Greater Cincinnati), Ohio
http://www.theanimalrescue.com/

Parma Animal Shelter (OH)

The shelter's mission is to find loving homes for abandoned animals and is run by volunteers under the direction of the City of Parma Animal Warden. The shelter has a "no-kill" philosophy and uses foster care environments for hard-to-place animals.
Parma Animal Shelter; nbsp; Pama, Ohio
http://animalshelter.parma-oh.com/

Pet FBI

The Pets Found By Internet (Pet FBI) serves as a clearing house for lost and found pets in Columbus and Central Ohio; the site includes lists of Animal Shelters and Breed Rescue Contacts, as well as low-cost Spay/ Neuter Programs in the Columbus area. Lost and found assistance and no-cost pet adoption ads (with careful screening to protect animals from exploitation) are also available.
Pet FBI;   Columbus, Ohio
http://www.petfbi.org/

Union County Humane Society (UCHS) (OH)

UCHS offers a subsidized spay/neuter program and also sponsors obedience classes at various locations. Site includes info about pets needing homes as well as those who've been placed.
Union County Humane Society   Marysville, Ohio
http://www.unioncohumanesociety.org/

County Shelters and Dog Warders (OH)

County-by-county list (with a clickable map) of animal control agencies in Ohio. Many sites also include printable dog license forms, shelter and adoption info, etc. online.
Ohio County Dog Wardens' Association
http://www.doglicense.com/counties/countyalpha.html

Oklahoma

Animal Rescue Foundation (OK)

ARF rescues pets from the City Animal Shelters and cares for them until they are adopted. Includes a list of Local Groups.
Animal Rescue Foundation;   Tulsa, Oklahoma
http://www.busprod.com/arf/

Free To Live Animal Sanctuary (OK)

This is the only sanctuary of its kind in Oklahoma; while good homes are sought for these stray, abandoned, and mistreated dogs and cats, those who are not adopted are free to live out their lives with excellent shelter, food and medical care.
Free To Live Animal Sanctuary;   Edmond, Oklahoma
http://connections.oklahoman.net/ftl/

Friends With Four Paws (OK)

A nonprofit foundation promoting the adoption and care of animals. Special programs include Foster Homes, Adoption Fairs, and community outreach (including The Special Young Adults, a group of developmentally disabled young men and women who walk the dogs with volunteer supervision).
Friends With Four Paws;   Chickasha, Oklahoma
http://www.Friends4paws.com/

Oregon

The Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon

This group is dedicated to humanely reducing Oregon's Feral Cat Population through spaying and neutering and educating the public about the plight of Feral Cats. Site includes lots of info, clinic schedule, links to other groups, etc.
The Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon
http://feralcats.com/

Oregon Humane Society (OR)

Take a Walk Through the new facility, or check the Table of Contents of their newsletter.
Oregon Humane Society   North East Portland, Oregon
http://www.teleport.com/~ohs/

House of Dreams
"Free roam - no kill cat shelter"
P.O. Box 30971
Portland, Oregon 97294
(503) 262-0763
http://community.oregonlive.com/cc/houseofdreams

Pennsylvania

Animal Friends (PA)

Pittsburgh's only no-kill shelter, Animal Friends provides programs such as Pet Therapy, Humane Education and Enforcement, operates the Animal Birth Control Center 1-800-SPAY-PGH as well as providing appropriate placement for cats and dogs. Animal Friends Online also provides information and LINKS to enhance the human-animal bond.
Animal Friends   (2643 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222)
http://animal-friends.org

Pennsylvania's Missing Pet Network

This is a volunteer-maintained site (one of many in this network), and is coordinated by an individual who shares in this effort to reunite pet owners with their missing pets. Currently this site covers not only the entire state of Pennsylvania but also New York and New Jersey. Owners are invited to submit info and pictures. Please see if you recognize anyone!! Listing of MPN Sites is available for other areas in the US and Canada.
Paula Kiley-Placko, coordinator
http://home.epix.net/~pkp/PA.htm

Animal Advocates (PA)

This non-profit, all-volunteer, Pittsburgh-based organization is dedicated to ending the suffering, exploitation, and abuse of all animals. Visit the site and meet some of the AdvoCats who have been rescued from the street, family crisis or abusive situations, and are available for adoption from this non shelter.
Animal Advocates;   Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
http://www.animaladvocates.net/

The Animal Rescue League of Pittsburgh (PA)

Provides education programs, low cost Preventative Care Veterinary Clinic, boarding kennels, lost and found info, animals for adoption; a section on Current Topics in Pet Ownership is also online. The Women's Auxiliary of the Animal Rescue League of Western Pennsylvania was formed in the 1930's and provides direct help to the animals awaiting adoption at the shelter located on Hamilton Avenue in East Liberty.
ARL;   Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
http://www.animalrescue.org/

Western Pennsylvania Humane Society (PA)

Pittsburgh's Oldest Pet Charity works actively to prevent cruelty to animals, provides low-cost veterinary care, and strives to place surrendered animals in new homes before their time runs out.
Western Pennsylvania Humane Society;   Pittsburgh, PA
http://www.wpahumane.com/

The Pittsburgh Herpetological Society (PA)

A Non-Venomous, Non-Profit, Educational Institution. Their site includes links to a variety of resources as well as information about membership, meetings, and reptile shows in the Pittsburgh area.
The Pittsburgh Herpetological Society
http://trfn.clpgh.org/phs/

National Aviary (PA)

The National Aviary, located on Pittsburgh's Northside, works to inspire respect for nature through the appreciation of birds; they provide answers to Bird Questions, as well as sexing and other lab services, etc.
National Aviary; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
http://www.aviary.org/

Butler County Humane Society

Located near the Butler Farmshow Grounds, the BCHS has been in operation for well over 100 years and provides a clean, safe environment for stray and surrendered animals until good homes are found; pictures and info are provided online.
Butler County Humane Society;   Butler, Pennsylvania
http://www.bchs.petfinder.org

Rainbow Refuge

This all-volunteer group is dedicated to caring for and placing abandoned and abused animals in Butler County. In addition to info about the group and the animals available, this site provides Pet treat Recipes, and the Newsletter Online.
Rainbow Refuge;   Lyndora, Pennsylvania
http://members.aol.com/RARefuge/

Fayette SPCA

Includes shelter hours and contact information.
Fayette Society for thee Prevention of Cruelty to Animals;   Uniontown, Pennsylvania
http://www.hhs.net/fforward/human/3121.htm

Humane Society of Greene County (PA)

Provides on-going care, including food, exercise, sanitary care, and medical attention as needed to animals in need.
Humane Society of Greene County;   Waynesburg, Pennsylvania
http://www.greenepa.net/~humane/

Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley (PA)

This volunteer group, located in New Kensington, provides care, comfort, and shelter to abused, unwanted, or abandoned cats and dogs by operating and maintaining a NO-KILL, NON-PROFIT shelter supported by public donations.
Animal Protectors / New Kensington, PA
http://www.nb.net/~anpro/

Akita Rescue of Pittsburgh (PA)

Akita Rescue of Pittsburgh will help you get training, find or place a pet, or learn more about akitas; includes Akita Related Links section as well as articles and information.
Akita Rescue of Pittsburgh
http://www.realpittsburgh.com/community/groups/akitarescue/

Southwestern Pennsylvania Pug Rescue (PA)

Information about the group, pictures, and a link to the Pug Dog Home Page.
Southwestern Pennsylvania Pug Rescue
http://homestead.com/pugrescue/pug1.html

Greater Pittsburgh Dalmatian Rescue Advisory (PA)

Offers info and educational material about Dalmations, as well as advice on placing dogs (will help individuals through the process if necessary). Outside of the Pittsburgh area, please see the state-by-state listing of Dalmatian Rescue Groups offered by The Dalmatian Club of America.
Libby Simendinger
http://www.nauticom.net/www/dal01/intro.htm

Dane Connection

Established as the rescue committee of the GDCWP, the Dane Connection will rescue and place Great Danes in safe, permanent homes, and educate prospective adopters on responsible care. Site includes pictures and info about dogs available as well as links to other sites.
Great Dane Club of Western Pennsylvania, Inc.
http://trfn.clpgh.org/gdcwp/DaneRescue.htm

Western Pennsylvania Westie Rescue (PA)

Dedicated to the welfare of the West Highland White Terrier. Site includes news, rescues, etc.
Adrian & Sandy Radziwon
http://webque.net/wpwrescue/

Federated Humane Societies Of Pennsylvania (PA)

Promoting humane programs in the state. Site includes:

Member Societies in Good Standing

Current Pending Legislation and News Updates

Humane Police Officer Training

Federated Humane Societies Of Pennsylvania
http://www.clearnet.net/users/spca/federpg.htm

Central Pennsylvania Humane Society (PA)

Site includes pictures and info about cats and dogs available for adoption; the shelter also maintains a listing of lost and found pets. Humane Education and Pet Therapy are also provided.
Central Pennsylvania Humane Society   Altoona, Pennsylvania
http://www.gobanana.com/humanesociety/

Animal Resources for Pennsylvania (PA)

A listing of webpages for No-Kill Shelters, Rescue Organizations, and Spay/Neuter Programs in (and near) Pennsylvania.
Ellen R. Klaas
http://www.pathway.net/ellenrk/

Because You Care (PA)

An all-volunteer organization which rescues stray and abandoned pets in the Erie County (PA) area. All pets are spayed or neutered, receive medical care and vaccinations, and are kept in volunteer foster homes until they are adopted.
Because You Care;   McKean (Erie County, Pennsylvania)
http://velocity.net/~ron-shir/

Lycoming Animal Protection Society (PA)

This non-profit, no-kill animal shelter has no paid staff and relies solely on volunteers and contributions to remain in operation. Their primary focus is on caring for and placing cats, although they occasionally have a dog or a rabbit.
Lycoming Animal Protection Society   Williamsport, PA
http://www.lycoming.org/laps/

Organization: Siamese Rescue & Adoption Center of Pennsylvania (PA)

Includes Siamese cats available for adoption (with pictures and descriptions) as well as rescue contacts, links, etc; provides a listing of cats available at OTHER locations, also.
Lorraine Czerniak / Siamese Rescue;   Shartlesville, Pennsylvania
http://www.siameserescuepa.org/

Stray Cat Blues, Inc. (PA)

These dedicated volunteers work tirelessly to find loving, life-long homes for feral, stray and abandoned cats in the south-eastern area of the state. Adoption forms and info about the group is provided online, as well as pictures and info about the housecats and barncats available for adoption.
Stray Cat Blues, Inc.;   Sumneytown, Pennsylvania
http://www.petfinder.org/shelters/PA16.html

Pennsylvania Ferret Rescue Association (PA)

This organization rescues ferrets primarily in Pennsylvania (but can be contacted for rescue and assistance elsewhere). Site also provides links to other organizations and info about ferrets.
Kymberlie Becker Barone
http://home.sprynet.com/sprynet/ferretlady/

Animal Shelters: Pennsylvania (PA)

Pet Rescue Clearinghouse provides a listing of shelters in each state.
The Hearst Corporation
http://homearts.com/depts/pastime/shelters/pashel.htm

Helen O. Krause Animal Foundation
P.O. Box 311
Mechanicsburg PA 17055
(717) 697-3377
www.helenkrause.org

PAWS
1042 Benner Pike
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-8722
http://www.epimedia.com/paws
Email: paws@epimedia.com