Our shelter will be closed Saturday 12/9, Monday 12/25 and Saturday 12/30.

Animal Aid

Passionately serving animals and the people they love for 54 years and counting

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ANIMAL AID IS A NONPROFIT ANIMAL RESCUE AND WELFARE ORGANIZATION SERVING THE PORTLAND COMMUNITY SINCE 1969.

Meet Your Furever Friend

Our adoptables can’t wait to find their match!

Acadia

Cat, Adult, Female, No Small Kids, No Dogs, Medium Size, Short fur, Special Needs, Featured

Hello, I'm Acadia. I'm a shy but friendly cat. Read More

Jack – Foster or Foster to Adopt!

Dog, Male, No Small Kids, Small Size, Short fur, Special Needs, Heartstrings, Featured

Hi there! I’m the sweet, smart, and sometimes sassy Jack! I am waiting to find a patient, loving family to call my very own. Read More

Mister

Cat, Adult, Male, Medium Size, Short fur, Special Needs, Featured

Hi, I'm Mister! I am a big tomcat who was a stray south of Portland. Read More

Titus

Cat, Adult, Male, No Kids, No Small Kids, No Dogs, Medium Size, Short fur, Featured

Meow! I'm Titus! I'm a very high energy, active, social, and silly cat. Read More

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Upcoming Events

Be sure to add these events to your calendar!

Nov. 1-Dec. 31, 2023

It is that time of year again! Animal Aid is excited and grateful to be among the nonprofits participating in this year’s Give!Guide campaign.
Our organizational goal is to raise $35,000 by year-end.

saturday Dec. 9 | 10AM-4PM

Join us on Saturday, December 9 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Western Pet Supply for a winter wonderland photo shoot, including the option for photos with Santa!

Sunday Dec. 10 | 12PM-4PM

Join us on Sunday, December 10 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Pet Loft for a winter wonderland photo shoot, including the option for photos with Santa!

Thursday dec. 14 | 4PM-8PM

Join us at Great Notion Brewing in NW Portland for an evening of drinks, eats, and trivia! 10% of the proceeds will be donated to Animal Aid!

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Our Programs

Learn how we assist animals at our shelter and in the community.

Rescue Program

We operate a free-roam shelter for cats and foster program for dogs and cats. We commit to the animals we rescue for life, including post-adoption support and a lifetime return policy.

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membership Program

With different membership levels to choose from, you can unlock a world of possibilities for animals in need through your ongoing contribution—not to mention a few goodies for yourself.

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Animal Aid Cares Fund

The Cares Fund is a partnership with local veterinarians and trainers to assist with urgent medical or behavioral care. Since 2011, the fund has provided over $70,000 in lifesaving grants.

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It takes a pack program

Formally established in 2021, this community supply sharing initiative distributes surplus animal food and supply donations to other rescues, groups, and animal guardians in need.

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