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Rez Animal Resources and Education

Adna, WA

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Rez Animal Resources and Education (R.A.R.E.) is an all-volunteer non-profit organization serving animals in tribal communities across southwest Washington. The rescue provides subsidized spay/neuter vouchers, fosters and adopts out rescued stray cats and dogs, and facilitates community animal welfare education. Operating through foster networks rather than a physical shelter, they prepare companion animals for permanent placement through regional adoption events and vet partnerships.

Hours By appointment / Foster-based (no public shelter facility)
Areas served Adna, Lacey, Olympia, and tribal reservation communities in Southwest Washington (including Chehalis, Nisqually, Skokomish, Squaxin Island, and Shoalwater Bay)

Rez Animal Resources and Education is open By appointment / Foster-based (no public shelter facility).

Adopting

Fees, requirements & process

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Requirements

Completed adoption application, landlord approval if renting, and a commitment to provide indoor care, routine veterinary services, and a stable home environment.

How it works

Prospective adopters submit an adoption application online or inquire by phone/email. As a volunteer foster-based rescue without a public facility, meet-and-greets are coordinated through foster homes or at weekend adoption events at partner locations such as Lacey PetSmart and Olympia Petco.

Location

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Does Rez Animal Resources and Education have a physical shelter facility to visit cats?

No, R.A.R.E. operates entirely through volunteer foster homes and does not have a physical shelter. Meet-and-greets are scheduled by appointment or held during weekend adoption events at local partner stores such as Lacey PetSmart and Olympia Petco.

Does R.A.R.E. offer low-cost spay and neuter assistance for cats?

Yes, R.A.R.E. provides spay and neuter voucher assistance and veterinary support specifically for pets belonging to enrolled tribal members and residents living on served reservations in Southwest Washington.

What is the typical time commitment required to foster a cat or kitten?

Foster placements generally last around two to three months while animals receive veterinary care, socialization, and are prepared for permanent adoption.

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Surrendering a cat

The organization focuses primarily on stray, abandoned, and free-roaming animals from served tribal reservations. Individuals needing assistance or intake inquiries should contact the organization directly via phone or email.

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