Serving Pets and People of Pittsburgh and the Surrounding Area
For more than 80 years, Animal Friends has been saving, impacting, engaging, enriching and affecting the lives of the pets and people of our region. Since our humble beginnings in 1943, we have grown into a full-service companion animal welfare organization serving the Pittsburgh community through rescue, rehabilitation, adoption, affordable vet care, supportive services, training, education and volunteer opportunities.
With our progressive programs, Animal Friends is leading the way toward making our community a safer and more humane place. Simply put, we’re thinking outside the cage!
News & Updates
Events at Animal Friends
There's always something happening at Animal Friends! We hope to see you at one of our upcoming events. Join us for fun activities, meet our adorable animals, and learn more about how you can get involved and support our cause.
Calendar of Events
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Pup Night at PNC Park
Pup Night at PNC Park
Barks, Beverages & Baseball - Calling all Dog Lovers and Baseball Fans! Animal Friends is teaming up with the Pittsburgh Pirates and Tito's Handmade Vodka for a tail-wagging good time…
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Empty the Shelters National Adoption Event
Animal Friends is excited to participate in Bissell Pet Foundations National Adoption Event, Empty the Shelters! From May 1st to May 15th. More details to come.
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On-Site Vaccine Clinic
On-Site Vaccine Clinic
Help us, help the community and their pets! We are hosting an On-Site Vaccine Clinic on Friday, May 2 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at our Animal Wellness Center…
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Pittsburgh Marathon
Join the Pittsburgh Marathon 2025 - Run for a Reason! Get ready to be part of something amazing! The Pittsburgh Marathon is returning on May 4, 2025, and we want…
Small Dog Social
Small Dog Social
For dogs 4 months or older that are both people- and dog-friendly. Join other small dogs and their people for an hour of social time. Dog play increases social skills…
Teacup Hour
Teacup Hour
For dogs 4 months or older that are both people- and dog-friendly. A special time for the tiny dogs to play and for their people to mingle at our “indoor…
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Small Dog Social
Small Dog Social
For dogs 4 months or older that are both people- and dog-friendly. Join other small dogs and their people for an hour of social time. Dog play increases social skills…
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Small Dog Social
Small Dog Social
For dogs 4 months or older that are both people- and dog-friendly. Join other small dogs and their people for an hour of social time. Dog play increases social skills…
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Community Vaccine Clinic
Community Vaccine Clinic
Help us, help the community and their pets! We are hosting a Community Vaccine Clinic on Friday, May 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Services Offered:Rabies - FreeDHPP -…
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Small Dog Social
Small Dog Social
For dogs 4 months or older that are both people- and dog-friendly. Join other small dogs and their people for an hour of social time. Dog play increases social skills…
Teacup Hour
Teacup Hour
For dogs 4 months or older that are both people- and dog-friendly. A special time for the tiny dogs to play and for their people to mingle at our “indoor…
Bunny Grooming
Bunny Grooming
Attention all bunny parents! Animal Friends will be offering appointments for grooming services for your long-eared loved ones. For a $20 donation we’ll treat your bunny to a spa day that…
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Pup Night at PNC Park
Pup Night at PNC Park
Barks, Beverages & Baseball - Calling all Dog Lovers and Baseball Fans! Animal Friends is teaming up with the Pittsburgh Pirates and Tito's Handmade Vodka for a tail-wagging good time…
1 event,
Small Dog Social
Small Dog Social
For dogs 4 months or older that are both people- and dog-friendly. Join other small dogs and their people for an hour of social time. Dog play increases social skills…
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Small Dog Social
Small Dog Social
For dogs 4 months or older that are both people- and dog-friendly. Join other small dogs and their people for an hour of social time. Dog play increases social skills…
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Small Dog Social
Small Dog Social
For dogs 4 months or older that are both people- and dog-friendly. Join other small dogs and their people for an hour of social time. Dog play increases social skills…
Teacup Hour
Teacup Hour
For dogs 4 months or older that are both people- and dog-friendly. A special time for the tiny dogs to play and for their people to mingle at our “indoor…
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2023 by the Numbers
Our lifesaving work touched more than 200,000 animal and human lives in 2023 as the need for our programs and services continues to grow.
We provided affordable and accessible resources, including spay/neuter, vaccines, wellness, and specialized procedures for 20,162 animals and the people who love them.
We distributed 205,222 pounds of free pet food to support 36,056 pet owners who had fallen on hard times.
We rescued 1,232 animals through transport and admissions while matching 1,228 pets with adoptive families.
Our volunteers contributed 345,962 volunteer hours of service toward our lifesaving mission.
Pet Care at our Vet Clinic
We offer an expanded array of affordable supportive services, including spay/neuter, vaccines, wellness exams, and basic treatments like flea prevention. Through these high-quality, affordable options, we ensure that all pets remain healthy and happy at home—right where they belong.
Wellness Appointments
- Wellness Exams on an appointment-only basis.
- Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
- Our clinic doest not offer walk-in appointments or emergency care.
Vaccine Appointments
- Call to schedule a vaccine appointment.
- Microchip services are also offered.
- Animal Friends Wellness Center is not currently offering the Canine Influenza vaccine.
Spay/Neuter Appointments
- We perform pediatric spay/neuter beginning at 8 weeks of age
- A $50 deposit will be required to schedule an appointment for an owned animal.
Meet Some of Our Featured Animals!
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