Rancho Compasion in Nicasio, California
About Rancho Compasion
Rancho Compasion is an animal shelter in Nicasio, Marin County, California. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 2016. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Marin Humane - Kitty Corner, about 8.2 mi away.
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38.04691, -122.68911
What Rancho Compasion does
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- 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 Not available
- 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
- Marin Humane - Kitty Corner876 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo, CAAnimal shelter8.2 mi
- Jessica's Haven & Rescue4240 Redwood Hwy, San Rafael, CAAnimal rescue8.4 mi
- Marin Humane171 Bel Marin Keys Blvd, Novato, CAAnimal shelter8.4 mi
- San Francisco Samoyed Rescue2 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael, CAAnimal rescue9.4 mi
- California Center for Wildlife76 Albert Park Ln, San Rafael, CAAnimal shelter10 mi
- Hopalong Animal Rescue367 Miller Ave, Mill Valley, CAAnimal rescue13 mi
- North Bay Animal Services840 Hopper St, Petaluma, CAAnimal control13 mi
- Petaluma Animal Services911 Lakeville Hwy, Petaluma, CAAnimal control13 mi
- Marin Cat Connection1 Blackfield Dr, Tiburon, CAAnimal shelter15 mi
- Morti's Used Book Nook & Cat Adoption Lounge2200 Petaluma Blvd N #500, Petaluma, CAAnimal shelter15 mi
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Where is Rancho Compasion located?
Rancho Compasion is at 2600 Nicasio Valley Rd, Nicasio, CA 94946 in Marin County.
What are the hours of Rancho Compasion?
No opening hours are on record. Call at (415) 250-1099 or check its website before visiting; many shelters keep separate hours for adoptions, intake and lost-pet searches.
How do I adopt from Rancho Compasion?
Start on ranchocompasion.org, 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.
Can I surrender a pet to Rancho Compasion?
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 Rancho Compasion tax-deductible?
Rancho Compasion matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 81-2342396), with reported annual revenue of about $371,176. 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.
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- 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.
- Shelter vs Rescue vs Humane SocietyHow municipal shelters, humane societies, SPCAs and foster-based rescues differ in funding, intake and adoption.
- How to Help an Animal ShelterDonations that shelters actually need, volunteering, fostering, sharing adoptable pets and other ways to help without adopting.
- 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.