Rescue DirectoryOhio Animal Rescue & Sanctuary Directory
Find dog and cat rescues, equine and farm animal rescues, wildlife organizations, and sanctuaries serving Ohio.
Browse by the animals an organization helps or the care it provides. Each listing includes its location, focus, services, and official website so you can learn more about adopting, fostering, volunteering, or supporting its work.An organization may appear in more than one category when its programs overlap. Animal shelters are listed separately in our Animal Shelter Directory.
Dog Rescues
Organizations rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming dogs through foster care, veterinary treatment, and adoption programs.
Care models and verified no-kill policies are noted in individual listings.
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Location: Plain City, Ohio
Category: Dog Rescues
Care model: Kennel-based care and foster homes
Focus: At-risk shelter dogs · Hoarding and crisis cases · Rehabilitation · AdoptionCanine Collective rescues dogs from high-risk shelters, hoarding cases, and other difficult circumstances. Dogs receive care through its kennel facility and foster network while preparing for adoption through a screened application process.
Its work includes an obedience and rehabilitation partnership with North Central Correctional Institute. Foster families receive medical and supply support, and volunteers help sustain daily rescue activities.
Cat Rescues
Organizations rescuing, caring for, and rehoming cats through foster care, veterinary treatment, and adoption. Some also provide Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) support for community cats.
Care models and verified no-kill policies are noted in individual listings.
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We haven’t added an organization to this category in Ohio yet. Listings will be added as we identify and review relevant rescues.
Equine & Farm Animal Rescues
Organizations rescuing horses, donkeys, and other farm animals from neglect, abandonment, and unsafe situations. Services may include medical care, rehabilitation, responsible adoption, and permanent sanctuary.
Listings identify whether the organization offers adoption, lifelong care, or both.
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Location: Litchfield, Ohio
Category: Equine & Farm Animal Rescues · Sanctuaries & Lifetime Care
Care model: Permanent, non-adoptive sanctuary
Focus: Senior and disabled animals · Special-needs dogs · Rescued farm animals · End-of-life careShangri-La Farm Sanctuary provides lifelong care for animals with age-related, medical, or trauma-related needs. Its residents include senior and special-needs dogs rescued from shelters and farm animals needing permanent refuge.
Care includes medical support, mobility accommodations, daily attention, and hospice-style comfort. Community donations help sustain the sanctuary’s work.
Sanctuaries & Lifetime Care
Organizations providing permanent care for animals who need lifelong protection, including seniors and animals with medical, behavioral, or trauma-related needs.
Some also offer adoption or forever foster programs for suitable animals.
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Location: Litchfield, Ohio
Category: Equine & Farm Animal Rescues · Sanctuaries & Lifetime Care
Care model: Permanent, non-adoptive sanctuary
Focus: Senior and disabled animals · Special-needs dogs · Rescued farm animals · End-of-life careShangri-La Farm Sanctuary provides lifelong care for animals with age-related, medical, or trauma-related needs. Its residents include senior and special-needs dogs rescued from shelters and farm animals needing permanent refuge.
Care includes medical support, mobility accommodations, daily attention, and hospice-style comfort. Community donations help sustain the sanctuary’s work.
Wildlife & Nature Conservation
Organizations supporting wildlife through rescue, rehabilitation, public education, habitat protection, or species conservation.
Services vary. Listings distinguish wildlife rehabilitation and release from permanent care and conservation work.
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We haven’t added an organization to this category in Ohio yet. Listings will be added as we identify and review relevant rescues.
Before contacting an organization
Adoption requirements, service areas, and intake availability vary. Please contact the organization directly to confirm its current programs and whether it can help with your situation.