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Rescue Directory

Utah Animal Rescue & Sanctuary Directory

Find dog and cat rescues, equine and farm animal rescues, wildlife organizations, and sanctuaries serving Utah.

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.

  • Location: Utah
    Category: Dog Rescues
    Care model: Foster-based rescue; no centralized public kennel
    Focus: Siberian Huskies · Alaskan Huskies · Alaskan Malamutes · At-risk shelter dogs

    Arctic Rescue helps northern breed dogs from shelters and other at-risk situations. Foster homes provide care and rehabilitation while dogs prepare for adoption into suitable permanent homes.

    The organization collaborates with shelters and breed rescue partners. Adoption meetings are arranged by appointment, and volunteers and foster families support its work.

    Arctic Rescue

  • Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
    Category: Dog Rescues
    Focus: Dogs at risk of euthanasia · Long-stay shelter dogs · Medical recovery · Adoption

    Snickers’ Legacy Dog Rescue helps dogs facing high-risk shelter situations, including dogs who have waited a long time for placement. Its work includes rescue, medical care, rehabilitation, and adoption into permanent homes.

    The organization’s mission honors the legacy of a beloved companion through continued rescue work.

    Snickers’ Legacy Dog Rescue

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.

  • We haven’t added an organization to this category in Utah 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.

  • We haven’t added an organization to this category in Utah yet. Listings will be added as we identify and review relevant rescues.

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.

  • We haven’t added an organization to this category in Utah yet. Listings will be added as we identify and review relevant rescues.

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.

  • We haven’t added an organization to this category in Utah 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.

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