Who We Are
The Animal Foundation, founded in 1978, is one of the highest-volume single-site animal shelters in America. Our mission is to save all healthy and treatable animals in the Las Vegas Valley. Last year we saved over 16,900 lost, homeless, and often mistreated animals.
Our 2024 Work By the Numbers
20,441
Animals Saved
11,787
Spay/Neuters
3,991
Pets Returned to Owners
3,061
Pets transferred to Paw Partners
13,230
Number of Microchips Implemented
4,405
Pets Fostered
Upcoming Events View All
Chelsea Handler's New Las Vegas Residency to benefit The Animal Foundation
September 1, 2024 - April 18, 2025 | 8:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Chelsea Handler is giving back $1 from every ticket purchased to her "Chelsea at The Chelsea" residency at The Cosmopolitan to The Animal Foundation. Learn more and get your tickets today!
Fetch a Fresh Start – Fee-Waived Adoption Event
January 18, 2025 | 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Kick off 2025 with your new best friend! Join us at The Animal Foundation for Fetch a Fresh Start, a fee-waived adoption event sponsored by Olight, on Saturday, January 18th, from 11 am to 7 pm.
Commissioner Naft's PUPPY LOVE
February 9, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Join us on Saturday, February 8, at Silverado Ranch Dog Park for a day filled with fun for you and your furry friends.
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