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Your donation makes a huge difference in the lives of animals and people in need. ARF has received Charity Navigator's highest 4-star rating for 13 years running, an assurance to donors of careful stewardship.
Please click here for the most up-to-date information on operations during COVID-19.
ARF's core mission is the rescue of dogs and cats who have run out of time at public shelters, giving them a chance at life until a new home can be found. ARF couples this focus with innovative programs strengthening the human-animal bond for children, seniors, veterans, and people in disadvantaged circumstances. Through ARF, people experience the unconditional love and acceptance of dogs and cats to fulfill a mission of People Rescuing Animals … Animals Rescuing People®.
Transforming rescue dogs into skilled service animals for veterans with PTSD, traumatic brain injuries, and more.
Looking for assistance or advice during difficult times? Explore all of the programs ARF has to offer and contact us for help.
Learn what services and assistance ARF's clinic offers to the public.
ARF's disaster response team has been a trusted partner during emergencies since 2011.
Award-winning camps, reading programs, and youth volunteer opportunities help engage children with animals and ARF's mission.
Train for a lifetime of happiness with your pet in ARF's training program.
ARF's therapy animal program spreads pet-assisted comfort to children, seniors, veterans, and others in need.
Protects one animal from disease with vaccinations
Feeds one shelter guest for their entire stay
Brings comfort to people in need with one Pet Hug Pack visit
Provides supplies for the complete care of one shelter guest from rescue to adoption
Conducts necessary blood work for one senior shelter guest
Prevents more unwanted litters by spaying or neutering one dog
Teaches public school children compassion for animals with one day of ARF All Stars® humane education
Provides complete medical care for one shelter guest from rescue to adoption
Covers one week of transportation cost (gas, maintenance, and insurance) to rescue animals from public shelters
One month supply of specially prescribed food for shelter animals
One month supply of protective clothing for staff to ensure proper handling for infectious diseases
Keeps the shelter clean and free of disease with a one-month supply of disinfectant for entire shelter
Covers costs for one day of Pit bull, Chihuahua, or low-income spay/neuter surgeries at ARF's clinic
2890 Mitchell Dr
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 256-1273
Adoption Hours
Appointments recommended
Wed - Sun: 11:45 am - 5 pm
Business Hours
Mon - Fri, 9 am - 5 pm
You can save lives. Together, we can make a difference.
ARF is a 501(c)(3)
Tax ID 68-0240341
ARF has received Charity Navigator's highest 4-star rating for 13 years running.