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Browse 1,267+ adoptable pets, 8,310 shelters, and 11,727 vets across all 50 states. Read expert care guides as you go.
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- 8,310
- Vets & Hospitals
- 11,727
- States covered
- 52
ADOPTION
Newest dogs looking for a home
Gracie
Labrador Retriever
Senior · Female · Large
Downey, California
Nesquik
Pit Bull Terrier
Adult · Female · Medium
Downey, California
Lola
German Shepherd Dog
Young · Female · Large
Downey, California
Camden Sosa
Alaskan Malamute
Senior · Male · Extra Large
Riverside, California
Missy
Pit Bull Terrier mix
Senior · Female · Medium
Riverside, California
ADOPTION
Newest cats looking for a home
Elm
Domestic Shorthair
Young · Female · Small
Brooksville, Florida
Pine
Domestic Shorthair
Young · Female · Small
Brooksville, Florida
Priscilla
Domestic Shorthair
Young · Female · Small
Winter Haven, Florida
Unnamed
Domestic Shorthair
Baby · Male · Small
Winter Haven, Florida
Pedro Psspsscal
Domestic Longhair / Mix
Senior · Male · Small
Waldorf, Maryland
BREEDS
Discover your pawsome match
Personality, energy level, grooming needs — every breed comes with its own story. Find one that fits your home.
Dog breeds
All 200+
American Water Spaniel
The American Water Spaniel is a medium-sized breed weighing 25-45 pounds with a lifespan of 10-14 years. Known for being eager to please, energetic, friendly, and vocal, this breed makes a devoted companion for the right owner.
Barbet
The Barbet is a large-sized breed weighing 35-65 pounds with a lifespan of 12-14 years. Known for being intelligent, calm, joyful, and responsive, this breed makes a devoted companion for the right owner.
Boykin Spaniel
The Boykin Spaniel is a medium-sized breed weighing 25-40 pounds with a lifespan of 10-15 years. Known for being friendly, eager to please, energetic, and social, this breed makes a devoted companion for the right owner.
Brittany
The Brittany is a medium-sized breed weighing 30-40 pounds with a lifespan of 12-14 years. Known for being sweet-natured, loyal, high-energy, and trainable, this breed makes a devoted companion for the right owner.
Cat breeds
All breeds
Abyssinian
The Abyssinian is a medium-sized cat weighing 6-12 pounds with a lifespan of 9-15 years. Known for being curious, playful, intelligent, and affectionate, this breed makes a devoted companion for the right owner.
American Bobtail
The American Bobtail is a large-sized cat weighing 7-16 pounds with a lifespan of 13-18 years. Known for being friendly, affectionate, dog-like, and adaptable, this breed makes a devoted companion for the right owner.
American Curl
The American Curl is a medium-sized cat weighing 5-10 pounds with a lifespan of 12-16 years. Known for being friendly, curious, intelligent, and gentle, this breed makes a devoted companion for the right owner.
American Wirehair
The American Wirehair is a medium-sized cat weighing 6-12 pounds with a lifespan of 14-18 years. Known for being easygoing, affectionate, playful, and independent, this breed makes a devoted companion for the right owner.
GUIDES & RESOURCES
Practical guides for pet parents.
Pet Breed
Best Dogs for Seniors: How to Choose the Right Companion
The best dog for a senior isn't the cutest one — it's the one whose energy, size, and care needs fit the owner's daily life for the next decade. Here are the breeds veterinarians and shelter coordinators recommend most for older adopters, why an adult or senior dog often beats a puppy, and the honest questions to answer before you bring one home.
2026-06-24
Pet Breed
How to Choose the Right Pet Breed for Your Lifestyle
Of all the decisions in pet ownership, breed choice has the longest-running consequences. Here is the framework veterinary behaviorists, AKC counselors, and rescue placement coordinators use to match breeds to actual lives — and the most common mistakes that produce mismatches.
2026-05-09
Pet Behavior
Separation Anxiety in Dogs: A Complete Guide
Up to 17% of U.S. dogs suffer from separation anxiety — a clinical panic disorder that produces real distress, real damage, and real suffering. Here is how to tell true separation anxiety from boredom, the evidence-based treatment plan, and when medication makes sense.
2026-05-08
Pet Breed
Brachycephalic Breeds: Why Flat-Faced Pets Need Special Care
The most popular dog breed in America has a name for its airway condition: BOAS. Here is what brachycephalic means, the predictable health concerns, the financial reality of owning these breeds, and what responsible care looks like.
2026-05-08
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