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Rescue Directory

West Virginia Animal Rescue & Sanctuary Directory

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

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.

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

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 West Virginia 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.

  • Location: Charles Town, West Virginia
    Category: Equine & Farm Animal Rescues · Sanctuaries & Lifetime Care
    Care model: Permanent farm animal sanctuary
    Organization type: 501(c)(3) nonprofit
    Focus: Unwanted, abused, and neglected farm animals · Lifelong protection · Daily care

    Saving Grace Farm WV gives rescued farm animals a safe place to live for the remainder of their lives. Residents receive daily care and support tailored to their needs.

    Founded by Lori Godby, the sanctuary relies on donations to sustain its work.

    Saving Grace Farm WV

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.

  • Location: Charles Town, West Virginia
    Category: Equine & Farm Animal Rescues · Sanctuaries & Lifetime Care
    Care model: Permanent farm animal sanctuary
    Organization type: 501(c)(3) nonprofit
    Focus: Unwanted, abused, and neglected farm animals · Lifelong protection · Daily care

    Saving Grace Farm WV gives rescued farm animals a safe place to live for the remainder of their lives. Residents receive daily care and support tailored to their needs.

    Founded by Lori Godby, the sanctuary relies on donations to sustain its work.

    Saving Grace Farm WV

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 West Virginia 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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