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Ready for Rescue

New York, NY

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Ready for Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, all-volunteer organization based in New York City dedicated to saving cats and dogs from local streets and municipal shelters. Founded by Doug Halsey, the rescue focuses on helping sick, injured, senior animals, and those at risk on euthanasia lists by providing medical care and placing them into foster homes until adoption.

Areas served New York City

Ready for Rescue serves New York City.

Adopting

Fees, requirements & process

Requirements

Complete an adoption application.

How it works

Interested adopters must complete and submit an adoption application downloaded from the website to be matched with an animal in foster care.

Location

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What animals does Ready for Rescue take in and help?

Ready for Rescue saves cats, kittens, and dogs from New York City shelters and streets, with a dedicated focus on sick, injured, senior animals, and pit bulls on euthanasia lists.

How does fostering work with Ready for Rescue?

Foster families provide temporary, loving home environments for rescued cats and dogs, and Ready for Rescue covers all medical and training costs.

How can I adopt an animal from Ready for Rescue?

Prospective adopters can view available cats and dogs on their website and download the adoption application to begin the process.

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