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Humane Animal Rescue - East

Animal shelter in Pittsburgh, PA

Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh (HARP) is one of Pennsylvania’s largest non-profit organizations dedicated to the welfare of animals, pet owners and the community.

Our Vision
The end of animal abuse, suffering, and homelessness.

Our Mission
Caring for animals, inspiring communities.

Contact
Address
6926 Hamilton Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
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Meet their adoptable pets

6926 Hamilton Ave.

Pittsburgh, PA 15208

Hours of Operation

Sunday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Thursday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Friday: 12:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

See every new pet that comes to this shelter!

Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Humane Animal Rescue - East

We'll also keep you updated on Divine's adoption status with email updates.
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Divine

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 4 yrs
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Chocolate's adoption status with email updates.
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Chocolate

Chinchilla, American

Female, 2 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Moose's adoption status with email updates.
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Moose

Chinchilla, American

Female, 2 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Bagheera's adoption status with email updates.
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Bagheera

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Blade's adoption status with email updates.
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Blade

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 1 mo
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Didgeridoo's adoption status with email updates.
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Didgeridoo

Domestic Mediumhair/Polydactyl/Hemingway

Female, 4 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Spirit's adoption status with email updates.
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Spirit

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 1 yr 9 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Bassoon's adoption status with email updates.
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Bassoon

Domestic Shorthair/Polydactyl/Hemingway

Male, 4 mos
Pittsburgh, PA

Shelter FAQs

Western Pennsylvania and surrounding areas

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Submit Application
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 5. Pay Fee
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

We invite you to visit the shelter locations and meet the animals and the adoption team!

Our adoption process is aimed at matching you, your family and your current pets with our animals for adoption. An adoption counselor will introduce you to our animals in a private meeting room. We will share information about the animal's medical and behavioral needs as well as their history.

When you find the right pet for you and your family, the adoption counselor will assist you in completing the proper paperwork. This process includes signing an adoption contract, reviewing medical history and providing proper pet care information.

What you will need in order to adopt:

A valid photo ID with your current address.

We recommend all members of the household meeting the animal before adopting.

If you are interested in adopting a dog and have other dog(s) living in your household, it is recommended that all dogs meet each other at the shelter.

Certain animals require additional steps or requirements.

Adoption fee is accepted in cash or credit/debit card. Checks, American Express, Discover, Care Credit are not accepted as payment.

PLEASE NOTE: We are not able to place a hold or accept a deposit for animals that are not available for adoption, that you have not done a formal meet and greet with, or over the phone. Adoptions are approved for the first qualified home. Adoption is not guaranteed and is at the discretion of Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh.

Pets at shelters & rescues near Humane Animal Rescue - East

Sunshine Farm Cat Rescue

SLIPPERY ROCK, PA 16057

Pittsburgh Hill District Cats

Pittsburgh, PA 15217

The Animal Friends of Westmoreland

216 Depot Street,
Youngwood, PA 15697

We'll also keep you updated on Izzabella's adoption status with email updates.
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Izzabella

English Mastiff

Female, Senior
McDonald, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Waffles's adoption status with email updates.
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Waffles

American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, Adult
Stahlstown, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Avery's adoption status with email updates.
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Avery

Pit Bull Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 8 mos
Pittsburgh&Greensburg, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Jingle Jangle JuM's adoption status with email updates.
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Jingle Jangle JuM

Labrador Retriever/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 2 mos
Pittsburgh, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Sandy's adoption status with email updates.
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Sandy

Labrador Retriever

Female, 6 yrs 7 mos
Washington, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Delia JuM's adoption status with email updates.
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Delia JuM

American Pit Bull Terrier/Husky

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
Pittsburgh, PA

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