This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in Wyoming. These remarkable organizations have been recognized for their unwavering dedication to the well-being of countless dogs. We've compiled this list by gathering heartfelt testimonials from both the Sniffspot community and the wider public, ensuring a comprehensive perspective on these exceptional shelters.
#266 in United States, #1 in Wyoming
Puppy, Senior dog
Cheyenne
We are the same 501(c)(3) corporation, and we continue our support of the Laramie Animal Shelter in the same ways as before, including paying for spays/neuters, major medical expenses, and behavioral training for the animals at the Laramie Animal Shelter. We have also expanded what we do to include: Foster & Adoption programs; a Trap, Neuter, Release (TNR) Program; and providing support for Albany county people and their pets.
"great no kill shelter"
— k. r.
Volunteer / foster
"We have adopted cats from CHA for for a long time - have gotten our best friends 7 times. ..."
— nancy r.
Supporter, Fan
#600 in United States, #2 in Wyoming
Cheyenne
It‚s not just about saving black dogs. In fact, Black Dog Animal Rescue (BDAR) welcomes dogs of all colors‚nd ages, sizes, and breeds, and cats too! It‚s not just about finding loving forever homes for the hundreds of animals that come through the doors of BDAR every year, either. At BDAR, we're working to change the way that companion animals‚as well as their dedicated families‚are recognized and supported by their communities. We believe in creating Socially Conscious Animal Communities. Read about what it means to be a Socially Conscious Shelter.
#600 in United States, #2 in Wyoming
The Western Fremont County Humane Society is an independent, registered 501(c)3 charitable organization committed to the health and welfare of all animals. We seek to inform, inspire, and assist people to responsibly care for their pets and to treat them with kindness. For over 25 years we have been serving the needs of animals and owners in the Dubois and Crowheart communities of the Upper Wind River Valley in Wyoming. Our volunteers provide foster homes for pets in need and keep shelves of cat and dog food available at the Community Food Bank (donations always welcome). We have built and maintain the new Gizmo’s Dog Park at 26 Gilliland Avenue, east of town, using part of a bequest left by Rick Schwinn, Gizmo’s owner. The facility includes a livestock shelter and corral as well as walking trails bordering the colorful Dubois Badlands. Working with several Fremont County veterinarians we do all we can to save lives as well as spay and neuter those waiting to be adopted. Animal medical cost sharing with Western Fremont County residents is provided through applications available on this website or at Dubois Town Hall. The feral cat Trap, Neuter, Release (TNR) program is ongoing work – saving lives and avoiding unwanted kittens. Regularly published ads in the local press and our Petfinder page help us find forever homes for all the animals in our care. In the warmer months we sponsor events such as the vaccination clinic with East Fork Veterinary Clinic, the dog washes, and the Strutt Your Mutt Fun Dog Match.
#600 in United States, #2 in Wyoming
Cheyenne
Welcome to the Cheyenne Animal Shelter! Founded more than 50 years ago, CAS has been proudly serving Cheyenne and Laramie County as the largest community- centered animal shelter and resource center in the state of Wyoming. For the last half century we have made it our work to ensure that every homeless or displaced pet has a safe place to go for housing, care, and second chances. Knowing too that attached to each one of those animals is a person, we view ourselves as part of the local fabric of critical social services enhancing the dignity of people in our community. Together, we are working to help pets and people get access to the resources they need in order to preserve the human-animal bond which, as we all know, is one of the greatest gifts life has to offer.
#600 in United States, #2 in Wyoming
Lucky’s Place Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is still and will always be a “work in progress” as we strive to meet the needs of Star Valley animals. At times we will be over filled to capacity and not able to take your pet but we will be happy to put you on our waiting list until we have an opening. We will be glad to place your animal on Petfinders until we have room. We will always have a need for foster homes for special needs, litters of kittens and puppies, and hospice pets.
#600 in United States, #2 in Wyoming
HeRD of WY, Inc. is a registered 501c3 non-profit organization that seeks to help unwanted dogs find appropriate and loving homes. HeRD of WY was formally organized in 2008 out of the recognition that there are many herding breed dogs and mixes that "fall through the cracks” in Wyoming. Herding dogs often struggle in certain homes and shelter environments due to their high energy, intelligence and sensitivity, and then have no safe place to go. The program has been so successful that HeRD now has active foster homes and relationships with shelters in six states and our adopters come from all over North America! We always have so many deserving dogs available for adoption, please check out our Available Dogs page as you search for your next herding dog!
#600 in United States, #2 in Wyoming
The Animal Shelter is home to Animal Control, a division of the police department. We respond to most animal calls within the city limits. We deal with problems such as barking dogs, animals at large, animal bites, and wild animals. If you have a problem with any animal, whether yours, your neighbor's, or a wild animal that is where it shouldn't be or is doing something you wish it weren't, call us. If we can't help, we know who can or how you may be able to fix it yourself. Call us if you suspect there is an animal in danger, but especially if there is a dangerous animal. Please do not approach a dangerous or wild animal.
#600 in United States, #2 in Wyoming
The Lander Pet Connection is dedicated to saving the lives of homeless Lander-area animals. The LPC is compassion and kindness in action. We work every day to save the lives of starving, injured and abandoned animals and then find them loving homes. We provide resources and education to loving pet guardians to better support the human-animal bond in our wonderful community. We are helping people with pets and pets without people. We are a humble, devoted and active group that helps animals in Lander and Fremont County Wyoming. The LPC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal shelter and rescue. We serve as a refuge for lost and found dogs in cooperation with the city of Lander, in addition to operating independently to save lives. Founded in 1996 by Syd Miller, the Lander Pet Connection is a companion animal rescue and adoption nonprofit based in Lander, Wyoming. Originally called the “Dare to Care Animal League,” the organization later registered at the “Lander Pet Connection.” Syd Miller helped save hundreds of animals in the area.
#600 in United States, #2 in Wyoming
The Jackson-Teton County Animal Shelter provides humane care to, and finds homes for, lost and abandoned companion animals. The Shelter is available to educate the public on responsible animal ownership and serves the community by educating and enforcing animal regulations, including licensing requirements. Annually we will have 200 dogs pass through the Shelter; about 75% of them are reclaimed by their owners, and we are proud of the fact that nearly all of the rest find new homes. Nearly 90% of the 110 plus cats that come through the Shelter also find new homes; the majority of the rest get reunited with their owners.
#600 in United States, #2 in Wyoming
Animal Control operates and cares for the Rawlins-Rochelle Animal Shelter seven (7) days a week. At the shelter, the Animal Control Officers take in surrendered and misplaced pets. An impounded animal remaining in the Rawlins-Rochelle Animal shelter for over five (5) days without being claimed by the owner shall become the property of the City and shall then be available for adoption. Any animal impounded shall be released to the owner thereof upon payment of all fees due to the Rawlins-Rochelle Animal Shelter.
#600 in United States, #2 in Wyoming
Pet Pals, Inc is a State and Federally licensed nonprofit corporation that was formed in August 2000 and licensed in 2001. Our mission is to achieve a humane existence for animals and reduce the number of stray and unwanted animals! We provide spay/neuter clinics, educational programs, nursing home pet therapy, & work with other shelters and rescue organizations in the transport and saving of lives. Located in Wyoming about 65 miles from Cheyenne, we are the only state and federally licensed nonprofit animal facility in our county which covers 2,225 square miles. We started in 2000 and received non-profit status in 2001.
#600 in United States, #2 in Wyoming
We are here to serve and provide a safe place for Pinedale citizens and their pets by ensuring that animals have appropriate vaccinations through licensing and by minimizing public contact with nuisance animals. Animal Control enforces Town animal ordinances pertaining to our leash laws, cruelty to animals, impounding of dangerous/vicious animals, and investigation of animal bites. We pick up and contain stray, sick or injured, and feral animals and transport them to the appropriate destination. Emergency animal rescue, emergency night calls, and basic first aid are performed when required. We also set traps to capture evasive domestic and feral animals. If your dog or cat has run away, please contact the Town of Pinedale Animal Control to see if your pet was brought into our facility. A lot of animals are brought in over holiday weekends and after thunderstorms. Please also be aware that we will hold them for five days. If a dog or cat has not been claimed within five days, it is then eligible for adoption.
#600 in United States, #2 in Wyoming
The Animal Control Division is composed of one Animal Control Supervisor, three Animal Control Officers, and three Animal Shelter Assistants. The Animal Control Division provides enforcement of the City's ordinances on animal control. They work to balance health, safety, and welfare needs of people and animals. The Animal Shelter is a City owned and operated facility. It provides housing and other shelter services for Gillette and Campbell County.
#600 in United States, #2 in Wyoming
To fulfill our mission, we prioritize fostering strong community ties through various programs, including impound and lost pet services, TNR, and vouchers. Our team and facility actively engage with the community, bringing adoptable pets to adoption drives, dog parks, and local events in Douglas, Wyoming. Look out for us and our furry friends at upcoming gatherings in the area. For more details, see Programs & Services.
#600 in United States, #2 in Wyoming
The AAC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue organization founded in 2004. Our location in downtown Jackson Hole, just two blocks from the historical Town Square antler arches, enables us to engage with our community regularly through volunteer opportunities, meet and greets for potential adopters and seasonal events. Since its birth, the AAC has rescued thousands of animals and thoughtfully placed them in loving forever homes as well as facilitated tens of thousands of spay/neuters in the state of Wyoming to alleviate the problem of animal shelter overpopulation at the source. The AAC strives to rewrite the negative stereotypes about abandoned animals by educating the community about each animal’s unique story. The AAC requires a foster period for dogs which means the dogs stay with their potential new family before adoption. Because cats take longer to adjust to a new environment, adopters have a two-week trial period after which they are welcome to bring the cat back if it is not a good fit. To prevent animals ending up back in the shelter system, all animals adopted from the AAC are welcome back at any time should the adoptive family’s circumstances change. By engaging with our community and providing the necessary resources to set both the owner and the animal up for success, we hope to realize a future where there are no more homeless pets.
#600 in United States, #2 in Wyoming
Park County Animal Shelter (PCAS) has been a registered Wyoming nonprofit corporation since August 1990, sanctioned by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501 (c) (3), with animal sheltering services located at 3 Arrow Avenue, Cody, Wyoming. Formerly known as Humane Society of Park County, PCAS changed its name in 2012 to reflect its community support. PCAS has operated a not-for-profit, no-kill safe shelter for abandoned, stray, abused, neglected, and relinquished animals in the City of Cody and Park County since 1996. In 1995, the year before the PCAS became a sheltering organization, more than 100 animals were euthanized in Cody. During 1996, following creation of the PCAS shelter, less than seven animals were put down. For more than two decades, PCAS has endeavored to minimize euthanasia as a no-kill facility (not euthanizing for overcrowding), and is dedicated to the preservation of life and quality existence for all animals under its care. PCAS serves the community law enforcement and public need by providing a humane facility for the care and rehabilitation of animals taken into custody by animal control officers, community service officers, and police officers of the Cody Police Department. It serves the broader needs of the citizens of the City of Cody area by offering a central location to provide for the care of unwanted, mistreated, or stray animals that may be returned to their owners, cared for onsite or in foster homes, or adopted out to new owners. In 2010, PCAS started providing two low cost spay neuter clinics a year for low income residents of Park County. The clinics target not only domestic dogs and cats but feral cat colonies. These clinics neuter approximately 200 animals a year, and have treated over 1,000 cats and 300 dogs in recent years. PCAS is working to expand its clinics for cats to a monthly program. The current PCAS facility has room for 20 dogs and 45 cats. During an average year, PCAS cares for 500 dogs and cats, returns 160 to their owners, and adopts out 285. All animals available for adoption are spayed or neutered and vaccinated.
We are the same 501(c)(3) corporation, and we continue our support of the Laramie Animal Shelter in the same ways as before, including paying for spays/neuters, major medical expenses, and behavioral training for the animals at the Laramie Animal Shelter. We have also expanded what we do to include: Foster & Adoption programs; a Trap, Neuter, Release (TNR) Program; and providing support for Albany county people and their pets.
It‚s not just about saving black dogs. In fact, Black Dog Animal Rescue (BDAR) welcomes dogs of all colors‚nd ages, sizes, and breeds, and cats too! It‚s not just about finding loving forever homes for the hundreds of animals that come through the doors of BDAR every year, either. At BDAR, we're working to change the way that companion animals‚as well as their dedicated families‚are recognized and supported by their communities. We believe in creating Socially Conscious Animal Communities. Read about what it means to be a Socially Conscious Shelter.
Welcome to the Cheyenne Animal Shelter! Founded more than 50 years ago, CAS has been proudly serving Cheyenne and Laramie County as the largest community- centered animal shelter and resource center in the state of Wyoming. For the last half century we have made it our work to ensure that every homeless or displaced pet has a safe place to go for housing, care, and second chances. Knowing too that attached to each one of those animals is a person, we view ourselves as part of the local fabric of critical social services enhancing the dignity of people in our community. Together, we are working to help pets and people get access to the resources they need in order to preserve the human-animal bond which, as we all know, is one of the greatest gifts life has to offer.
Welcome to the 2024 Wyoming Sniffspot Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List, highlighting the top rescues and shelters in Wyoming chosen by the Sniffspot community and the public.
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Steps to Adopting a Pet Begin your pet adoption journey by filling out our online Adoption Application. Approval is necessary before proceeding with the adoption process. The timeline for reviewing applications depends on the availability of our volunteers and may span several weeks. Once reviewed and if approved, our Adoption Coordinator will arrange a meeting with the pet you're interested in. If all goes well, we'll finalize the adoption. All our pets are spayed or neutered, receive age-appropriate vaccinations, and are equipped with a microchip before adoption.
Discover the Jack Russell Terrier, a breed celebrated for its intelligent and affectionate nature. Recognized as a small dog, Jack Russell Terriers have their origins in England, where they were initially bred for fox hunting and vermin control starting in the 19th century.
Discover the Dalmatian, a breed celebrated for its affectionate, trainable, and loyal nature. Recognized as a medium-sized dog, Dalmatians have their origins in Croatia, where they were initially bred for coaching (running along carriages), guarding, and hunting starting in the 16th century.
Discover the Bernese Mountain Dog, a breed celebrated for its affectionate, loyal, and playful nature. Recognized as a large dog, Bernese Mountain Dogs have their origins in Switzerland, where they were initially bred for guarding livestock and droving work starting in the 1st century.
Looking for the perfect place to play with your dog in Albuquerque? We’ve got you covered! Take a look at the best local dog parks and plan for your next adventure in Duke City.
44.5 percent of all American households share life with a canine companion. Pet professionals like dog trainers, veterinarians, and veterinary behaviorists are more important than ever as our modern society becomes increasingly difficult for four-legged friends to navigate—dog reactivity, anxiety, and general stress from lack of proper enrichment are on the rise in domestic dogs.
Does your dog ever growl when you walk by their food dish? Maybe they get possessive of treats, carrying them far away and giving you side-eye when you start to approach — or snarling at your other pets or children if they get too close.
As almost every dog owner is aware, the nose of a dog is an amazing thing. Just as they can pick up sounds we can’t hear, their sense of smell and ability to pick up scents is well beyond ours. In fact, dogs have 40 times the number of olfactory receptors as humans.
More than 80 million Americans rely on their service dogs to help them navigate the world. Task-trained assistance animals perform a huge range of life-changing—in many cases, life-saving—services: These dogs act as eyes for visually impaired handlers, provide mobility support, alert to seizures and blood sugar crashes, interrupt anxiety attacks, remind their people to take medications, and so much more.
You thought your dog was house trained. Your home was clean from puddles of pee, those dreaded middle-of-the-night bathroom breaks were behind you, and you loved every minute of dog ownership… until your four-legged best friend started using the bathroom inside again. What’s going on?
Ah, poop. We humans think it’s disgusting… but many of our dogs seem to love the stuff. If you’re wondering why your canine companion tries to eat feces (either their own or that of other animals) you’re not alone!
Do you have a water-loving dog looking to burn some energy? There are countless dog parks to visit throughout our country — but some of them become far too hot in the midday sun to be safe for your pets to play. That’s why we’ve put together a list of some of the best dog water parks throughout the United States! At these locations, your pup can frolic, splash, and swim to their heart’s content.
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Does your dog destroy every toy you give them? Is your house littered with remnants of fabric and stuffing of all different sizes? Are you tired of investing in “indestructible” toys only for your pup to still dismantle—or worse, get bored of—them in just a few days?
You’ve been told your dog needs regular exercise. There’s a reason “walking the dog” is a classic daily activity: Frequent excursions give your pup a chance to experience the world, maintain a healthy weight, and — most importantly — spend time with you! Consistent physical activity can also improve their strength, muscle tone, coordination, and mental ability over time.
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Many dogs have gotten a bad reputation over the years for being "dangerous breeds." Rottweilers are among them. Like pit bulls and other large, blocky-headed types of dogs, these powerful and beautiful animals are often assumed to be aggressive.
Your dog is reactive. They’ll see another dog, person, or other stimulus in the environment (like a car or bike) while out on a walk and suddenly go crazy at the end of their leash. The barking, lunging, and growling feels embarrassing for you — and it’s clear that your pup isn’t having a great time either.
Does your dog display reactivity to other pets or people? Maybe they’re a new rescue pup and are still settling into your home. Or they were sick growing up, so you missed their critical socialization period. Possibly they’ve had a bad experience after being raised as a normal puppy.
Do you have a reactive dog or suspect you may have one? You’re not alone!
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From 2009 to 2020, there was a 40 percent increase in the development of public dog parks. Designated spots for canine exercise have become commonplace in every major city in North America — many pet owners won’t even consider renting an apartment that doesn’t have its own fenced-in pet area for their canine companions.
Thousand Oaks, California has been a safe haven for Sniffspot host, Jen, since childhood. Having grown up in busy Santa Barbara, Jen, an introvert from an early age, would seek out solitude and serenity away from tourists attractions and droves of people visiting from elsewhere. “My grandparents own 60 acres about a 30 minute drive from here, and I grew up spending every summer and every holiday visiting them on the ranch,” Jen explained. “In Santa Barbara, we wouldn't go to the beach on the weekend because that's where everybody was, so you'd find places off the beaten path where the tourists weren't. For me, the ranch was just my happy place.”
Ellen is the host of Country Pasture Getaway, one of Sniffspot's most popular sniff spots. She has taken the time to write up the lessons she has learned about how to be a great sniff spot host.
Just 20 minutes outside of the busy city of Portland, Oregon, and settled right on the banks of the Columbia River, you’ll find what countless visitors have flocked to the area in search of – mountain views, crisp, clean air, and running water for miles. What you might not expect to find, however, is a hidden oasis designed just for dogs and their people, owned and operated by a farming couple and enjoyed by visitors on two legs, and four.
Fran is the host of Ranch Setting, one of Sniffspot's most popular spots. She has taken the time to write up the lessons she has learned about how to be a great Sniffspot host.
Looking for a space to play with your dog no matter what the weather’s like outside? Look no further than our list of the best indoor dog parks in the United States! These climate-controlled spaces are growing in popularity as pet ownership increases throughout the country. As a bonus, many of them also offer dog training, boarding, grooming, or daycare services on the premises.
Looking for the perfect place to play with your dog? We’ve got you covered! It’s hard to narrow down, but we’ve put together some of the best off-leash dog parks throughout the country so you can plan your next adventure — along with a checklist of what to bring, what to know beforehand, and some frequently asked questions.
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Discover the German Shepherd Dog, a breed celebrated for its intelligence, loyalty, and versatility. Known for its impressive size and smooth, graceful movements, German Shepherds excel in various roles, including as guide, therapy, bomb detection, and police dogs, while being a devoted family companion.
Discover the Labrador Retriever, a breed celebrated for its playful nature, affectionate temperament, and trainability. Labradors are known for their friendly demeanor and adaptability, making them perfect family companions and versatile working dogs.
Discover the Golden Retriever, a breed celebrated for its affectionate, playful, and trainable nature. Considered a large dog, Golden Retrievers were originally bred in Scotland for hunting and retrieving game beginning in the 1860s.
Discover the American Staffordshire Terrier, a breed celebrated for its playful, friendly, and loyal nature. Considered a medium-sized dog, American Staffordshire Terriers were originally bred in the United Kingdom for baiting bulls, fighting, and hunting beginning in the 1800s — though they're known as gentle, playful lovers today.
Discover the Australian Shepherd, a breed celebrated for its trainable, playful, and affectionate nature. Considered a medium dog, Australian Shepherds were originally bred in the United States for herding beginning in the 1950s.