Humane Rescue Alliance - Oglethorpe St.

Animal shelter in Washington, DC

At the Humane Rescue Alliance, we honor more than 150 years of commitment to protecting animals, supporting families, and advocating for positive change to create a world where all animals can thrive. HRA serves as a national leader and local champion for all animals.

LOCAL FOCUS
With a people-focused, community-based approach, we treat every animal as an individual and emphasize specialized care for both animals and their families. Through our five campuses in the District of Columbia and New Jersey, we are the largest animal services provider in our region – touching the lives of tens of thousands of animals annually through direct rescue, care, and community-based services. Our teams find solutions to both small and big problems, from providing direct care to an animal in crisis to tackling systemic barriers to affordable, pet-friendly housing.

Contact —

Email adopt@humanerescuealliance.org

Phone (202) 723-5730

Website http://humanerescuealliance.org

Address

71 Oglethorpe St NW

Washington, DC 20011

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Meet their adoptable pets

71 Oglethorpe St NW

Washington, DC 20011

Hours of Operation

Sunday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Monday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Tuesday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Thursday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Friday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Saturday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Shelter FAQs

DC/MD/VA

Additional adoption info

We're dedicated to finding loving homes for all the pets in our care. All you need is love-- and a state issued ID.

OUR ADOPTION CENTER IS LOCATED AT:
71 OGLETHORPE ST. NW

Our doors are open for adoptions from 12 PM to 7 PM every day, offering you ample time to visit and meet your potential new companion. Please arrive no later than 6:30 PM to ensure you have plenty of time to interact with our adorable pups.

Adoptions are on a first-come, first-served basis.

Be sure to bring a leash for your new dog or a carrier for your new cat or small animal. Most animals are ready to go home with you right after you meet them!

Can't make it in person? No problem! We offer virtual adoptions for animals in foster homes. From the comfort of your own home, you can browse our pets online, set up virtual meet and greets, and even conduct adoption counseling sessions.

Adoption application

https://www.humanerescuealliance.org/adopt

https://humanerescuealliance.org/donate

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Humane Rescue Alliance - Oglethorpe St.

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