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Dog rescues and shelters in Kentucky

Places to adopt a dog in Kentucky (KY), with phone, website and public reviews

138places to adopt
89shelters
49rescue groups

There are 138 dog rescues and animal shelters in Kentucky with a public listing: 89 shelters and 49 rescue groups. The list below starts with the ones that have the most and best public reviews, and the map shows all of them.

Rescues and shelters come from public business listings. We do not run adoptions and nobody pays to appear. Call first: hours and available dogs change every day.

Dog rescues near cities in Kentucky

Near Louisville42Near Lexington-Fayette36Near Bowling Green28Near Owensboro24

Breed rescues in Kentucky

The 60 most reviewed dog rescues and shelters in Kentucky

32

Adopt Me! Bluegrass Pet Rescue -- By Appointment Only

Crestwood, KY · Rescue group
4.3107 reviews
Website Directions
58

Tyson’s Chance Animal Foundation

Shelbyville, KY · Rescue group
4.539 reviews
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60

Kentucky Paws INC

East Bernstadt, KY · Rescue group
4.155 reviews
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Looking for a specific breed?

Shelters and rescues in Kentucky take in dogs of every breed. If you want a puppy of one breed, we also list 316 dog breeders in Kentucky.

Dog breeders in Kentucky

Questions

How many dog rescues are there in Kentucky?

We list 138 places to adopt a dog in Kentucky: 89 animal shelters and 49 rescue groups, of which 3 work with a single breed.

How much does it cost to adopt a dog in Kentucky?

Each shelter or rescue sets its own adoption fee, usually far below the price of a puppy from a breeder, and it normally covers vaccines, a microchip and spaying or neutering. Ask what the fee includes when you call.

Are there breed rescues in Kentucky?

Yes: Bluegrass Greyhound Adoption, Inc., Queen City Bulldog Rescue and GRRAND: Golden Retriever Rescue & Adoption of Needy Dogs. General shelters also take in purebred dogs, so ask them about the breed you want.