Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League
Our Mission
At Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League, we shelter lost, homeless, and unwanted animals, providing them with essential medical care and finding them safe, loving homes. Through advocacy, education, and community support, we strive to strengthen the bond between people and the animals who depend on them.
Our History and Commitment
Since our beginnings in 1924, when a group of dedicated individuals joined together to help animals left behind by winter visitors, we have remained a steadfast resource for Palm Beach County. We are an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that operates without city, state, or federal funding, relying entirely on the generosity of our community.
Providing Specialized Care
Our campus on Military Trail is designed to offer comprehensive support for pets and their families. From our state-of-the-art Lesly S. Smith Pet Adoption Center to the Jane and Robert Grace Pavilion, which houses our medical clinic and Pet Resource Center, we provide everything from vaccinations and spay/neuter services to behavioral guidance and safety net programs that help keep pets in their homes during difficult times.
Your Partner in Adoption
We believe in creating a joyful, life-changing experience when you choose to adopt. Our trained Adoption Coordinators are dedicated to helping you find the perfect match for your lifestyle, ensuring that every transition is smooth and successful. We offer ongoing support after adoption and a judgment-free return policy, because we want every pet to be in the right home.
Get Involved
Whether you are looking to adopt, volunteer, foster, or donate, you play a vital role in our mission. We invite you to visit our campus, browse our available animals online, or join us at an upcoming community event to see the incredible difference you can make in the life of a companion animal.
- Compassionate and knowledgeable staff
- Well-maintained facilities
- Communication and responsiveness issues
10/11 - Adopt a loving pet from Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League
Meet Boulder, the charming tuxedo cat who’s just over a year old and eager to be spoiled by a forever family. This affectionate feline loves cuddles and being the center of attention. Reese, a lively 2-year-old mixed breed dog, is intelligent and friendly, knows several commands, and is ready for an active home.
9/15 - Shelter Takes In a Breed They Don't See Every Day, and She's 99 Pounds of Fluff
Meet Ruby, a rare 99-pound Tibetan Mastiff whose gentle heart, intelligence, and incredible fluff are winning over her shelter.
9/9 - WPBF 25 to the Rescue: Thumbelina is available for adoption
Thumbelina is this week’s Pet of the Week and is available for adoption at Peggy Adams Animal Rescue.
8/26 - National Dog Day is August 26th
Share your love dogs by volunteering or fostering
8/13 - Pets of the Week - Florida Weekly
Chili is a 2-year-old male mixed breed, fun-loving boy ready to spice up your life. Chili is a sweet and friendly pup searching for love. Chili’s best friends describe him as a goofball who loves snacks, walks, and socializing with other dogs. If you’re looking for a loyal companion who will bring love and happiness into your life, Chili could be <a href="https://www.floridaweekly.com/articles/palm-beach-news/pets-of-the-week-3040/">[…]</a>
8/11 - ‘Lonely’ Shelter Pup Finds Comfort in the Only Companion She Has, Until the Unthinkable Happens
In an adorable Instagram video, a lonely shelter pup found comfort in a massive sloth plushie until she found her forever home.
8/5 - WPBF to the Rescue: Helping animals find forever homes
WPBF to the Rescue introduces you to Chico.
7/17 - Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League to host puppy and kitten yoga event
Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League is hosting a yoga event Saturday featuring adoptable puppies and kittens to promote relaxation and pet adoptions.
7/8 - WPBF to the Rescue: Helping animals find forever homes
WPBF to the Rescue introduces you to Dotty.
7/2 - Pets of the Week - Florida Weekly
Sweety is a 9-year-old female mixed breed. This sweet 9-year-old girl has plenty of pep in her step and is ready to find a family to call her own. Through no fault of her own, Sweety entered the shelter when her owner could no longer care for her. Now, Sweety is looking for a home where she can enjoy the <a href="https://www.floridaweekly.com/articles/palm-beach-news/pets-of-the-week-3035/">[…]</a>
6/12 - Peggy Adams animal shelter to hold large adoption event Saturday
Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League hosts Summer Lovin’ fee-waived pet adoption event in West Palm Beach on June 13, aiming to rehome 170+ cats and dogs.
6/11 - Shelter Dog Who Once Had a Home Hopes To Show off Amazing Tricks to His Future Family
This lovable shelter dog knows several tricks and is hoping the right future family will finally give him a home if he shows them off.
6/9 - New ACC Animal Services Director appointed
Tony Adair has been appointed to serve as the new Athens-Clarke County Animal Services Department Director.
6/3 - WPBF to the Rescue: Helping animals find forever homes
WPBF to the Rescue introduces you to Dierks.
5/18 - Social Season in Full Swing, From Palm Beach to the East End
It’s hard to believe that Memorial Day weekend is upon us, but the calendar doesn’t lie.
5/6 - WPBF to the Rescue: Helping animals find forever homes
WPBF to the Rescue introduces you to Anubis.
4/16 - Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League hosting free spay event for 500 cats
Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League to hold Regional Spay Day, when they'll spay or neuter, vaccinate and ID community cats in Palm Beach County.
10/8 - Belly rubs, please 🧡 Black lab mix Nella is the sweetest pup in the shelter! Nella's ideal day would include lots of cuddles, belly rubs, and naps. She is 7 years old and has so much love to give. As a longtime resident, Nella's adoption fee is waived! Come on in to meet her at Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League 📍West Palm Beach, FL
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10/8 - Scratchies??? Diamond has spent 80 days in the shelter. Diamond is here through no fault of her own - her family's circumstances changed, and they were heartbroken to part with her. Diamond is... 🐕 3 years old 🐾 Friendly with other dogs - loves shelter playgroups 🎾 A toy enthusiast: especially sqeaky toys, tennis balls, and rope toys 🏠 House-trained 🧸 A big teddy bear - would love to sit on your lap or cuddle on the couch Does Diamond sound like your girl? 💍 Come on in to meet her!
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10/7 - We 🧡 mutts Poppy, Willow, and Toasty are adoptable! Their breed mix is uncertain (dachshund, aussie, corgi?), but they are 100% adorable! All three are female, spayed, 3 months old, and about 8 pounds. They can't wait to go home! Come on in to meet them! 📍Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League West Palm Beach, FL #rescuepuppy #adoptdontshop #rescuedog #mutt
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10/5 - Good job, Max! 🥰 Max is so good at his physical therapy exercises, even if he knocks things over once in a while 🙈 Our medical team recently noticed that Max had a little bit of a limp due to an old injury in his knee. With a few simple daily exercises and a joint support supplement, Max is getting stronger every day 💪 Max is 4 years old, loves people, and knows his commands 🧡 As a Dolly's Dream Dog, Max's adoption fee is sponsored, and he'll take home supplies to start adopted life on the right paw!
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10/2 - Why not us? 🖤 Black dogs are often overlooked in shelters. On National Black Dog Day, let's shine a light on these wonderful dogs waiting for love! Throughout the month of October, adoption fees are 50% off for all black or orange cats, kittens, and adult dogs 🖤🧡 #blackdog #blackdogsyndrome #rescuedog
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9/30 - Can we take your order? ☕️ Happy National Coffee Day! Meet our adoptable kittens at peggyadams.org/adopt 🧡 Learn about fostering at peggyadams.org/help/foster/ 🐱 #rescuekitten #adoptdontshop #catcafe
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9/28 - Their mom should still be here. These tiny, newborn puppies arrived at the shelter this morning after their mom died during their delivery. We are thinking of her as we care for her babies 🧡 Thankfully, foster caretakers stepped up to bottle feed the puppies every two hours, around the clock. Thanks to their foster, they have a fighting chance. Spay and neuter saves lives. Please spay and neuter your pets 🧡 Low-cost spay/neuter appointments and FREE community cat TNVR are available: https://peggyadams.org/services/pet-resources/spay-or-neuter/ #spayandneuter #adoptdontshop #vetmed
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9/28 - 236 ADOPTIONS! 🎉 We're so grateful to all who adopted during #EmptyTheShelters Thanks to @bissellpets and @cathy_bissell for making this life-saving adoption event possible! Happy tails! 🐱🐶🎉 #adoptdontshop #animalrescue
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9/26 - Kelly & Sabrina are looking for love! 👨🏻 BISSELL Empty the Shelters continues through Sunday, 9/27: 🐱 $0 Adult Cat Adoption 🐶 $50 Adult Dog Adoption 🐾 $75 Kitten Kitten/Puppy Adoption See all adoption profiles at peggyadams.org/adopt Thanks to Cathy Bissell and BISSELL Pet Foundation for leading this nationwide adoption event 💙 BISSELL Pet Foundation Cathy Bissell #adoptdontshop #rescuedog #emptytheshelter
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9/25 - Honoring Dolly 💕 TODAY, 9/25, we're workin' '9 to 5' to get our animals home! ALL adoptions are just $9.25 🐕 Dogs 🐈 Cats 🐱Kittens 🐶 Puppies ...all included! Nella (pictured) definitely pulls off Dolly's iconic blonde curls. She can't wait to go home! 📍Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League Open 11-6 daily, no appointment needed! See all adoption profiles at peggyadams.org/adopt Happy Dolly Day 🦋💕 #dollyday #dollyparton
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9/25 - Brotherly love 💕 Bruno (orange and white) was adopted today! Paco is still looking for a family (and a good lawyer). All adoption fees are just $9.25 on Friday, 9/25 in honor or Dolly Parton Day! See all adoption profiles at peggyadams.org/adopt #rescuekitten #adoptdontshop #subtleforeshadowing
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