Valley of the Sun Dog Rescue in Mesa, Arizona
About Valley of the Sun Dog Rescue
Valley of the Sun Dog Rescue is an animal rescue in Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona. Its name and records point to a focus on dogs. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 2003. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Apache Junction Animal Control, about 3.7 mi away.
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33.38113, -111.60257
What Valley of the Sun Dog Rescue does
- Pet adoption Not available
- Accepts owner surrenders Not available
- Lost and found pets Not available
- Foster program Not available
- Volunteer program Not available
- Spay and neuter clinic Not available
- Vaccination clinic Not available
- Microchipping Not available
- No-kill (stated) Not available
- Wheelchair accessible Not available
- Dogs Yes
- Cats Not available
- Rabbits and small animals Not available
- Birds Not available
- Reptiles Not available
- Horses Not available
- Farm animals Not available
- Wildlife Not available
Nearby shelters and rescues
- Apache Junction Animal Control725 E Baseline Ave, Apache Junction, AZAnimal control3.7 mi
- Grateful Hearts Animal Rescue1228 S Sossaman Rd #108, Mesa, AZAnimal rescue3.9 mi
- Desert Paws Rescue4920 S Power Rd, Mesa, AZAnimal rescue6.3 mi
- Apache Junction Horse Rescue4896 N Vista Rd, Apache Junction, AZAnimal rescue6.9 mi
- Ghost Town Dog Rescue2310 E Fox St, Mesa, AZAnimal rescue9.0 mi
- Aimees farm Animal SanctuaryGilbert, AZAnimal sanctuary9.3 mi
- Wildhorse Ranch Rescue11811 S Lindsay Rd, Gilbert, AZAnimal rescue10 mi
- Home Sweet Home Animal Sanctuary1663 E Baseline Rd, Gilbert, AZAnimal sanctuary11 mi
- Goats with Horns Animal Sanctuary52 E Harrison St, Gilbert, AZAnimal sanctuary12 mi
- Friends For Life Animal Rescue952 W Melody Ave, Gilbert, AZAnimal rescue12 mi
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Where is Valley of the Sun Dog Rescue located?
Valley of the Sun Dog Rescue is at 1858 S Signal Butte Rd, Mesa, AZ 85209 in Maricopa County.
What are the hours of Valley of the Sun Dog Rescue?
No opening hours are on record. Call at (480) 228-0126 or check its website before visiting; many shelters keep separate hours for adoptions, intake and lost-pet searches.
How do I adopt from Valley of the Sun Dog Rescue?
Start on chewy.com, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip. Rescues often place animals from foster homes, so meetings are by appointment.
Can I surrender a pet to Valley of the Sun Dog Rescue?
Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.
Are donations to Valley of the Sun Dog Rescue tax-deductible?
Valley of the Sun Dog Rescue matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 86-1044558), with reported annual revenue of about $107,492. Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.
Related guides
- Pet Adoption Fees ExplainedTypical adoption fees for dogs, cats and other pets, what the fee usually covers, and why prices differ between shelters and rescues.
- How to Adopt a DogWhere to look, how the application, meet-and-greet and home check work, what it costs, and how to pick a dog that fits your life.
- Pet Adoption ChecklistWhat to prepare before you apply, what to bring on adoption day, the supplies to buy and how to pet-proof your home.
- Adopting a Senior PetThe benefits of adopting an older dog or cat, realistic health costs, questions to ask and how to help a senior pet settle in.