Arizona Animal Welfare League - Shelter - AAWL
Our Mission
The Arizona Animal Welfare League is dedicated to providing excellent care, protection, and loving compassion for every animal entrusted to us. We take a leadership role in promoting humane values for the benefit of all animals and the people who love them.
Our Story
Founded in 1971 by animal lovers, including television star Amanda Blake, we have grown from a small group of dedicated volunteers into Arizona’s oldest and largest no-kill shelter. Today, we remain committed to being a beacon of hope, rescuing and rehabilitating thousands of dogs and cats that deserve a second chance at a happy life.
How We Help
Operating as a no-kill organization, we provide a safe haven for animals in need, primarily rescuing those from local county shelters that lack the resources to care for them. Our pets benefit from an on-site veterinary clinic, a dedicated behavior department, and a robust network of nearly 90 foster families who provide extra love and socialization. Every animal in our care is spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped before finding their forever home.
Your Perfect Match
Finding a life-long companion is a joyful journey, and our trained adoption counselors are here to ensure you find the perfect fit for your family and lifestyle. We encourage family introductions and provide ongoing support, including a year of post-adoption guidance, to help ensure a smooth and happy transition for everyone involved.
Start Your Journey
Whether you are a first-time pet parent or a seasoned animal advocate, we invite you to visit our main shelter or any of our off-site adoption locations to meet your new best friend. You can browse our Dog and Cat Galleries online or stop by for a visit during our public hours to begin your own Furever story.
- Friendly and compassionate staff
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Lack of transparency regarding FIV status
7/22 - PHOTOS: 17 pets up for adoption now in the Valley
Want to save the life of a shelter pet and bring a new best friend into your home? There are hundreds of adoptable cats and dogs awaiting a new home. Here are some of the pets waiting for a forever family at Maricopa County Animal Care and Control, Arizona Humane Society, Arizona Small Dog Rescue,…
7/15 - PHOTOS: 20 pets up for adoption now in the Valley
Want to save the life of a shelter pet and bring a new best friend into your home? There are hundreds of adoptable cats and dogs awaiting a new home. Here are some of the pets waiting for a forever family at Maricopa County Animal Care and Control, Arizona Humane Society, Arizona Small Dog Rescue,…
4/1 - PHOTOS: 20 pets up for adoption now in the Valley
Want to save the life of a shelter pet and bring a new best friend into your home? There are hundreds of adoptable cats and dogs awaiting a new home. Here are some of the pets waiting for a forever family at Maricopa County Animal Care and Control, Arizona Humane Society, Arizona Small Dog Rescue,…
