Animal Rescue of Fresno

Fresno, CA

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4.6 (5 reviews)Adoptable Pets in California

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Animal Rescue of Fresno (ARF) was established in 1998 by a group of community members in Fresno, CA that wanted to do something about the high number of homeless dogs that were dying because no one gave them a chance to find their forever home.

ARF began its operations out of a small facility on Belmont Ave and Highway 99. ARF moved to its current location on Dakota Ave. in 2005. From its humble beginnings, ARF has grown quickly, so that more and more dogs each year can be rescued and adopted out to loving forever homes.

Address: 4545 East Dakota Ave. Fresno, CA 93726 Phone: 559-225-5715

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Foster Care ★★★★★ 5 average

★★★★★posted by Sarah, on 2013-05-01 00:06:51

Comprehensive Adoption Programs ★★★★★ 4 average

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Public Relations/Community Involvement ★★★★★ 5 average

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Volunteers ★★★★★ 5 average

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A Compassionate Director ★★★★★ 4 average

★★★★★posted by Sarah, on 2013-05-01 00:11:37

Comments

This 'no kill shelter' is a piece of 'heaven on earth'; kind, compassionate, participatory, ethical, committed and authentic. God bless them everyone.
posted by PamelaHusted, on 2013-08-11 12:30:52 · reply
I have a beautiful calico female that needs a good and loving home. She has been spayed and is about 2 years old. Callie just wants to be with people. I am unable to take care of her now. Do you find homes for cats? Also what do you charge to do this?
posted by JanielFiske, on 2014-03-03 23:14:47 · reply
I NEED HELP! can't afford to feed all of my cat can you help me find someone to adopt them I have 13 cats 5 older cats 8 kittens please help me I don't want to abandon them
posted by EdelmiraSanchez, on 2014-08-20 13:26:00 · reply
My 6 yr old daughter befriended a little 6 month old kitten that was running wild. She ended up being pregnant, so being an animal lover, I didn't want the kittens to be born outside for fear of them dieing. We brouGht them in and she had 4 kittens, 2 of which died. I now have the mother and 2 kittens. I have tried my hardest to find homes with no luck. I cannot have the babies where I live as we are only allowed 2 animals and we have 4. I do not want to take them to a reg shelter as they will most likely be euthanized. Please help us!
posted by RobertMessier, on 2014-09-09 14:00:35 · reply
My mother is 83 years old and can no longer take care of her 5 cats they have been spay and nuetered . can we bring them to you
posted by rhondagriggs41, on 2015-01-03 11:33:22 · reply
can you take them call at 559 673 8199
posted by rhondagriggs41, on 2015-01-03 11:53:08 · reply
A larger, younger dog is on our front porch tonight. We are a cat family and a dog is not in our future. Looks like a short-haired, long-legged Irish Setter. Looks to be homeless, no collar or ID. Skin problem on back and rump. Very friendly and comfortable around humans! Ken/Kathy text or call: 559-359-6852. Reedley area.
posted by KennethH.Lockwood, on 2015-01-04 23:07:37 · reply
Hello, I found a stray dog outside of my work the other night and I brought him home because I didn't want him getting hurt or killed. I cannot keep him because I live in an apartment and I would like to bring him in. He is a good dog, very friendly, cute, and likes to cuddle. Is this possible?
posted by EmeliaMayer, on 2015-02-03 22:49:39 · reply
Hello, I have a 1 yr old White mix lab/German Shepherd. I'm moving soon and can't take him with me. I want to give him free to a great new home. I'm located in Madera ASAP. Thank you
posted by CynthiaLopez, on 2015-05-14 11:40:44 · reply
Hi i have a mother cat who birthed 5 kittens in my garage. They are 4-5 wks. old; still nursing. They say try no kill. I cannot keep them. Landlord wont allow. Either I donate or they die in shelter...Anyone interestes? Tabbies and all-black. -JL
posted by JamesLewis, on 2015-05-22 19:02:17 · reply
Hi I just moved to Cali from Texas and I have a lab pit mix and I need to try to find her a home can someone help me
posted by ChaseWaskom, on 2015-08-28 16:58:41 · reply
Need to know answer to elderly lady with 5 cats
posted by (empty name), on 2015-10-27 13:00:51 · reply
I have 3 sweet cats that I love but cannot care for them anymore. I am elderly in small apt. Can you help?
posted by (empty name), on 2015-10-27 13:07:46 · reply
Have a beautiful all black lab someone dumped at my elderly mothers farm. Had her about a month she is about six months old really smart, learned to sit and stay in just a couple of days of training. Really eager to please, friendly with other dogs and cats. Mom can't keep her she is 89 and just can't care for her.This sweet girl needs a loving home. Please take Lucy home.
posted by BrigitteMotes, on 2015-11-05 15:28:58 · reply
Someone dumped three Chihuahua/mix puppies in our backyard Sat. we found a home for. but sill have 2 males about 3 to 6 mo old. we need to find a home for them. hate to take them to SPCA. We can't keep as we already have 3 dogs. Please help
posted by PatriciaClem, on 2016-01-21 16:13:42 · reply
If you still have this dog I am interested in adopting. You can reach me at [email protected] or 559-392-1116
posted by KennyOrozco, on 2016-01-30 22:56:18 · reply
Hi please help me with my dog cujo baby l lost my home and can't keep him please please I'm begging you. He's a pitbull. Call me at 559-373-3908
posted by MoniqueConigliaro, on 2016-02-03 04:02:25 · reply
My next door neighbor went to hospital and he not up for sel, his cat came to my house, I can't keep him please help him find a good home,
posted by BeccaAngelotti, on 2016-02-05 09:46:29 · reply
I have to re-home my 9 year old flame point Siamese , Frankie. I adopted him in 2010 from the SPCA. Current living situation prevents me from having him here. You can contact me at 559-389-4550. thank you, Dawn
posted by DawnOwens, on 2016-02-12 13:09:03 · reply
Are the kittens feral?
posted by PamRipley, on 2016-03-29 17:42:16 · reply
I just saved a kitten. It was in the wall at my apartment does anyone know were I can take it besides the Spca.
posted by DanPantojaSaldivar, on 2016-05-12 19:54:53 · reply
We have 8 new born kittens. They were born in my grandmothers backyard, and the mother took off. We can't afford to keep and feed them. We don't know what to do and hope we can find a solution before something bad happens to them.
posted by KatieTellez, on 2016-05-15 21:44:59 · reply
We have a 5 yr old black daschund & an 18 mth old black lab mix that we can no longer keep due to moving out of our home. Active, playful & love children. Need home asap.
posted by (empty name), on 2016-05-22 08:33:59 · reply
My mom has a 2+yr female Korean Pungsan, my mom is moving to oversea, and none of us are able to keep this smart dog, the Pungsan is a mountain dog, if you have a ranch or big yard, this is a great dog for you, high intelligent, good hunter, independent. she has been train in pet school.
posted by MaylinnXu, on 2016-06-03 13:43:09 · reply
Please help. My husband and I have two lovely friendly boxers. We have a new child and have currently moved to a new home that doesn't give the boxers them room that they need. I feel terrible that we can no longer care for them but with the new baby and lack of room for them we have struggled as much as they r. We would like to surrender to a no kill shelter that will help them find the home that is best for them. Thank u
posted by (empty name), on 2016-06-07 12:16:52 · reply
My mom is 83 and going into a facility for Dementia..she has three small dogs, a beagle, a pekinese, and a yorkie..all males..need love and a good home. Can you take them? We are unable to keep them and would hate for them to euthanized..they are so sweet.. thank you for your consideration. J.Long
posted by JulieLong, on 2016-06-30 00:12:29 · reply
Hello, my grandma has a 6 month old female chihuahua with greenish hazel eyes that she can no long keep and I would hate for her to be put in a shelter. She is very loving and playful. A good family dog. Can you help? If so please message me! 559-545-2136 my grandma needs her gone asap
posted by KirstenCole, on 2016-07-27 12:47:42 · reply
Need to find a home for a orange 3 year old cat. Owner is moving and can not take with her. Please help
posted by (empty name), on 2016-09-25 17:43:43 · reply
Need to find home forbto frmale pitbutmixdogs very gentle great with kids
posted by MariMolina, on 2016-10-12 12:54:12 · reply
Need to find a home for my daughters dog. She had to move for college and couldn't take her to the new place. I cannot have dogs at my home. She's under a year old and is a Queensland mix. She has not been spayed.
posted by AngelKeithMoodie, on 2016-10-18 17:52:22 · reply
My sisters dog had puppies and my sister held one for my mom. She had to move and to help her out since my mom said she would take her by October I said I would hold onto her but she backed out and I have two other dogs and a cat so I can't keep her
posted by SamanthaSansing, on 2016-10-29 19:33:58 · reply
Their owner passed away on Monday .....they are both fixed litter box trained well behaved ....one go"s in and out one never go outside ...all they have is each other ....PLEASE HELP ONE GOOD LOVEING HOME NEEDED....THEY BEEN THROUGH SO MUCH SINCE MONDAY
posted by CissyClowers, on 2016-11-19 13:01:05 · reply
Someone in California please go get this dog and take her to a no kill shelter http://blog.fido4ever.com/1-year-old-pup-surrendered-high-kill-shelter-wearing-favorite-pink-sweater-cries-sleeps/
posted by DeniseWood, on 2017-01-25 19:56:03 · reply
My mom has about 8 cats or maybe more and 5 kittens. They are not nuetered but and my mom does not want them to go to a kill shelter but they have to go.llease help me with this or give me advice what to do. Email me at [email protected] need fast response please
posted by (empty name), on 2017-02-17 18:29:16 · reply
I HAD A FEMALE TERRIER COME TO MY HOME SHE WILL NOT LEAVE SHE HAS BEEN HERE FOR ABOUT 2 WEEKS. I can not keep her because I have 2 dogs. one does not like her. she has been fixed. silver with white on top.she is a nice dog. I just can not heve three days to take care of
posted by NeldaDoukas, on 2017-03-22 19:49:39 · reply
Recently I had to mom cats with two different sets of kitten show up to my house looking for food and shelter they were attracted to my six cats but I have. I'm looking for homes for a total of seven kittens into Mom cats I need help because I can't keep these nine cats and I don't want to take them to a shelter and help him put to sleep please help me to Tracy's cats into rescue were homes
posted by christinakinzie, on 2017-05-06 00:02:54 · reply
Need help. A mama cat showed up with 5 kittens just last week. One other older kitten showed up a few months ago. A calico showed up about several months ago. I've asked around, but no luck. My frantic neighbor is threatening me & accusing me of animal poop stuff. I can't take in any as I already have cats myself. Help. Please email me at [email protected]. Thank you.
posted by jung.esther, on 2017-05-23 20:22:23 · reply
A female cat had 6 kittens under my barn They are about 8 weeks old, they are running around in a fenced area behind my barn. Thier mother went dry about 2 weeks ago. I have been feeding them, they are the cutest things you ever saw.But my wife is allergic to cats. Every time I feed them I have to take a shower before I can get near my wife. 2 days ago she swelled up like a blimp and I rushed to the hospitol for an allergic shot. I really need to find someplace to take these kittens before my wife leaves me.
posted by (empty name), on 2017-05-30 16:06:13 · reply
My email is [email protected]
posted by (empty name), on 2017-05-30 16:09:24 · reply
A few weeks ago a young pregnant black and white cat started hanging out on my patio. I knew she had to be starving so I put a bowl of water and food outside. Well, now my apartments think that she is my cat and have given me a 3 day notice to get rid of her because there is a no pet policy here. I have no idea what to do with this kitty. She is more than likely going to have her babies in the next week or so. Does anyone have any advice for me, please I'm desperate
posted by (empty name), on 2017-06-15 10:55:48 · reply
I have been feeding a German Shepard puppy that is very sweet. She is about 5 months old. My neighbors no longer feed her or even give her water. She is tethered to a pole all the time. These people have a past history of dumping whatever animals their daughter brings home. When they are puppies or kittens they are very cute but once the cuteness has worn off they get dumped. They have basically abandoned them leaving me to feed them. Why ? because I have a heart and try my best to care for them. I have tried making suggestions on how to re-home them. They go ignored. I don't want her to go to Animal Control because she will probably be put to sleep. Any suggestions are welcomed.
posted by LisaMartin, on 2017-06-15 21:39:54 · reply
I have a approx 2yr old doxie that I need to rehome quickly.Moving out of state and can't take her with us message me at 559.906.4188 tia!!
posted by DaveJones, on 2017-07-03 12:35:38 · reply
I have 2 cats I need to rehome, I'm moving out of state and unfortunately I can't take them, a male and female and they are both fixed, Stormie the female is a tortoise and Also the male is a orange & white cat.. Looking for a loving home or homes for them... Please Help Me Thank you
posted by CeliaButler, on 2017-07-14 21:08:49 · reply
Regarding Stormie and Also, you can reach me at 559-558-8626
posted by CeliaButler, on 2017-07-14 21:10:51 · reply
My neighbor just found a 3-4 week old kitten. Neither she nor I can take care of it due to such busy schedules. Is there anyone out there will to take the baby in so she will not die? She was found in bushes.
posted by (empty name), on 2017-07-20 19:08:44 · reply
Call me at 559-213-7788. My name is Karen
posted by (empty name), on 2017-07-20 19:09:32 · reply
I have a German Shepard Husky mix that I need to re-home. Male, 3 years of age. Please reply if you might be willing to have him.
posted by ChelbyCheek, on 2017-07-25 22:48:29 · reply
I am looking for my little girl's dog Zepplin. He is a retriever mastiff mix was being watched because we were homeless and he was having a hardbtime didnt find out til last night he disappered in june please if you have seen this dog let me know. He is brown with dark face tail will curl medium hair big doopy hazel eyes. Answers to Zepplin.
posted by MelissaElston-millard, on 2017-08-12 18:35:16 · reply
My husband and I are moving down to San Diego from Fresno Ca, and we are incredibly disappointed that we can not take our boy with us. His name is Frost and he is a beautiful all white and light tan husky. He is 10months old and current on all his vaccinations, microchipped, dewormed, and recent flea treatment done. We are sad to give him up because we are moving and cant take him with us. He is trained to heel, sit, lay down, fetch, "no", crate trained, leash trained, potty trained, and to slowly walk behind you while going up and down stairs. He loves the AC!!! He is a very emotionally involved pup that adores kids and loves to run! We also taught him to not jump up on people(especially kids) and to not push kids over or play with his mouth, as that was important around our nieces and nephew. If you are interested and have room in your home for one more please text or call 55931O2O28
posted by JessikaFisher, on 2017-08-18 06:02:48 · reply
My daughter found a 6 mo old tabby at McDonald's on Herndon and Ingram. She had been there for a few days. She is very sweet, affectionate, and playful.She would be in my daughters lap all day. We can not keep her because I am allergic to cats but we do not want to take her to SPCA as we fear she would be put down.Can anyone help us? Please call or text 313-1560.
posted by HelenSiroky, on 2017-11-14 15:41:57 · reply
Hello, I have a 4 year old therapy cat, that need a forever home. We both will become homeless come this April 2018. Her name is Harlee and she is spaded, she is an indoor cat but loves to go out in the back yard to watch the birdies. Well mannered purrfect for someone looking for a companion. If anyone can give her a forever home please contact Lynne at 559 647-0247 or text me.
posted by LynneKay, on 2018-03-08 15:14:39 · reply
Hi...I am disabled and just found a baby kitten too. It was stuck inside the engine of an old car. I live alone, in a wheelchair and am a loner so I just thought I would ask you if you were able to get a taker of the baby you found? I'm spoon feeding it non fat milk and have it wrapped in a blanket in the tub. . . I didn't know what else to do because of the crying. I am bipolar and am only able to keep this up overnight and I have no idea what to do. I was just thinking if you had a taker that may be interested in this tiny baby kitten also. I wish I had the ability to care for it but I don't. I have no idea if this goes directly to you or if I'm just typing this for nothing and will be seen sometime in the future. If you please...respond with any advice you can give me, I'd appreciate it very much! Peace lyle 559-593-8160
posted by cheaky47, on 2018-09-04 08:26:50 · reply
I have several cats and the other black labs (my boys) got along with cats very well. Do you know if she is tolerant to cats. I also need to find some homes for some affectionate cats, the moms became pregnant before I could get them spayed. If you know anyone needing love starved and people friendly cats we might be able to help each other. About the lab I have had two and unfortunately their hips deteriorated and they died in my arms and it Ripped my heart out so you can be sure she will be loved. my name is bill and my# is 579-4909.
posted by billbitter61, on 2018-09-05 08:31:20 · reply
What is the other part of the mix if you can tell, if not are the paws webbed, and how heavy and tall is she and what are the colors. Bill at 579 4909.
posted by billbitter61, on 2018-09-11 01:03:34 · reply
Lucy .... do you still have the black lab. please answer a yes or no thanks.
posted by billbitter61, on 2018-09-11 01:09:03 · reply
My 2 year old tuxedo cat Jinxy has been missing since Tuesday. He has a distinctive white splotch on the right side of his face next to his nose. I can send a picture if you need it.
posted by Kathleen Cochran, on 2020-04-10 18:40:28 · reply
I have a Russian Blue male cat that we rescued from being hit from busy traffic. Weâ€™ve had him for about 6 months but doesnâ€™t get a long at all with my two dogs. Heâ€™s a good cat, but Iâ€™m afraid he might get hurt from my Doberman. I live in Fresno and would like to find Smokey a good home. Please email me if your interested. Thank you [email protected]
posted by Bob Garcia, on 2020-08-01 22:46:51 · reply
I have a 5 year Calico female cat that i need to re-home. If anyone is interested email me and i and can send you photo's of her.
posted by [email protected], on 2020-09-06 21:59:25 · reply
I have a 5 year Calico female cat that i need to re-home. If anyone is interested email me and i and can send you photo's of her. [email protected]
posted by [email protected], on 2020-09-06 21:59:42 · reply
I have 4 kittens that need a home. 2 of them are black and 2 of them are grey like russian blue. They have been around for a few months and I have tried to care for them. My landlord is insisting they go away. When it started getting really hot they all ran into my apartment so they are litter box trained. 3 of them are from the same litter and the smallest grey one just showed up one day. They are maybe 3 -4 months old. They are tame for me but might need some love for whoever takes them.
posted by Jilly Bean, on 2020-09-08 22:32:38 · reply
Do you still have lab ?
posted by Lisa Mitchell, on 2021-05-03 18:21:23 · reply
Are you giving her away
posted by Lisa Mitchell, on 2021-05-03 18:25:49 · reply
Are you giving puppy away?
posted by Lisa Mitchell, on 2021-05-03 18:28:59 · reply
I need a dog for my grandson I don't have much money just alot of love to give to a dog
posted by Lisa Mitchell, on 2021-05-03 18:31:27 · reply
Found a cat that is very friendly and needs a loving home.
posted by [email protected], on 2021-06-28 20:09:46 · reply
Hello, i am moving to a new area & cannot take my dog with me. She is a 4 year old female, birthday is 11/23/17. I believe she would be a great fit with a family that will give her lots of attention & love.
posted by Glenna Keosay, on 2021-10-15 05:28:18 · reply
Looking for someone to take my sweet dexter he is mixed with alaskan husky heâ€™s a chocolate brown with white paws and a whit chest heâ€™s great with kids and other animals he has no health issues I canâ€™t keep him because Iâ€™m about to loose my apartment and I donâ€™t wanna take him to the spca
posted by Aleasha Robinson, on 2022-01-04 21:30:49 · reply
My Dog Taco has been missing since April 27th. He was last seen right before the zoo on Belmont. (Belmont and H Street) weâ€™re offering a reward. Heâ€™s a tan color Chihuahua/ terrier. He has a curled tail, he hops from the back when he walks. He has a dew claw on the back on his paw in the back.he has a black collar with his name and my info on it. Please contact me 5594176816
posted by kristina trevino, on 2022-05-03 20:11:56 · reply
My mom just passed and me and my siblings canâ€™t keep dogs where we live looking for a home for five small dogs 4 are still puppies. If interested please call me at +12093825338 thank you
posted by jay martinez, on 2022-08-08 00:32:47 · reply
Missing male Rottweiler approx 6 yrs old around 93706 area.
posted by [email protected], on 2023-01-04 15:43:54 · reply
We have 2 puppies that were dropped up here in auberry area. 1 male 1 female. Look like lab mixes. Email me [email protected]
posted by [email protected], on 2023-04-13 01:53:54 · reply

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