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Animal Advocates, Inc

Animal rescue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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PO Box 8480, Pittsburgh, PA 15220
35 Wabash

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Adoptable Pets at Animal Advocates, Inc

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Cheese

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young

Pittsburgh, PA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Good with cats
Needs special attention
House-trained
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Jack

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult

Pittsburgh, PA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats
House-trained
Story
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Diane

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Adult

Pittsburgh, PA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats
House-trained
Story
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Pickles

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young

Pittsburgh, PA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Good with cats
House-trained
Story
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Layla

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult

Pittsburgh, PA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Good with cats
House-trained
Story
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Alfredo

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult

Pittsburgh, PA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with dogs
House-trained
Story
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Charlie (courtesy post)

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult

Pittsburgh, PA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
House-trained
Story
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Stark (courtesy post)

American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, Senior

Pittsburgh, PA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs
Not good with cats
House-trained
Story
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Riggs (courtesy post)

Rottweiler

Male, Adult

Pittsburgh, PA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Not good with cats
Story
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Rescue FAQs

Animal Advocates is a nonprofit 501(c)(3), all volunteer, animal welfare organization involved in the rescue, care and placement of companion animals. Serving the Pittsburgh area since 1984, Animal Advocates has adhered to a no-kill policy and engaged in community-based advocacy on behalf of animals since its inception. We believe the relationship between a human and companion animal is an important bond that improves the physical and social well-being of individuals and the community at large.
Animal Advocates has been serving the Great Pittsburgh Area, including Allegheny County and surrounding communities in the southwestern region of Pennsylvania, since 1984. The organization is headquartered in the West End neighborhood of the Pittsburgh.
  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Home Check
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

Adoption Guidelines:
- Before scheduling a meet-and-greet with one of our adoptable cats or dogs, you must complete an application and interview with an adoption team member.
- You must be 21 years or older.
- All animals in your home must be up-to-date on vaccinations and spayed / neutered.
- If you rent, we will need a copy of your lease stating the landlord permits pets along with the landlord’s contact information.
- We do not place animals as gifts for others.
- Adopted animals must be kept as indoor companions.
- We reserve the right to perform a home visit.

We aim to provide high quality care for the well-being of rescued cats and dogs until they are placed in forever homes. All animals are regularly vet checked, fully vaccinated, spayed / neutered and microchipped. They are routinely treated for fleas and worms as well as any medical issues.

Except for a limited number of cats fostered at our headquarters, our adoptable animals are cared for in loving volunteer foster homes. We get to know the pets’ personalities and needs very well, striving to make the best possible match for both animals and adopters.

Pets at shelters and rescues near Animal Advocates, Inc

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Penelope JW

German Shepherd Dog/Husky

Female, 3 yrs 4 mos

Pittsburgh, PA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Story
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George AG

Boxer/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 2 mos

Pittsburgh, PA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Story
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Havana and Canberra

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 10 mos

Pittsburgh, PA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) -
Details
No Details Provided
Story

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