Dogs perform many roles for humans, such as hunting, herding, pulling loads, protection, companionship, therapy, aiding disabled people, and assisting police and the military.

The City of Seattle has selected Ashley Harrington to serve as the new Executive Director of the Seattle Animal Shelter (SAS) following a comprehensive and competitive national search. Her first day will …

Our dog training classes utilize positive, dog-friendly methods effective for dogs and puppies of all ages. We focus on good manners in the real world, socialization, and giving you the tools to prevent …

These dogs are all in foster care in the greater Seattle area. You can filter by age, sex and size, or search for a specific breed or name (if you have met an adoptable dog in person). Please read the …

Apr 10, 2026 · dog, (Canis lupus familiaris), domestic mammal of the family Canidae (order Carnivora). It is a subspecies of the gray wolf (Canis lupus) and is related to foxes and jackals. The dog is one of …

Feb 17, 2026 · The domestic dog is a domesticated canid descended from gray wolves, exhibiting extreme variation in size, coat, and behavior due to domestication and selective breeding.

We are a non-profit Dog Rescue who works hard to alleviate the suffering of neglected, abused and abandoned dogs by rescuing and placing them with loving families through foster and adoption.

Walk-in hours at the Pet Adoption Center in Kent are noon to 5 p.m. weekdays and noon to 4 p.m. on weekends. You can also find other adoptable animals in our region via our direct placement partner, …

Browse pets from local shelters and rescues near you. Start your adoption journey today.

Browse our adoptable dogs to see if your furry friend may be among them. If you fall in love, don’t hesitate to send in an adoption application. We will set up a meet and greet for you and if all goes …