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Animal Shelter

Find an animal shelter in India for dogs, cats and other animals, by state and district, with address, phone number and services, in our Directory.

362 organisations

Organisations

  • Jeevdaya Javra

    Jeevdaya Javra is an animal welfare organisation in Madhya Pradesh. It is listed in the AWO List compiled by Saumya Garg ( to…

  • Jasraj Animal Shelter

    Jasraj Animal Shelter is an animal welfare organisation in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. It is listed in the AWO List compiled by Saumya Garg (Dec…

  • Mysore SPCA

    Mysore SPCA is an animal welfare organisation in Karnataka. It is listed in the AWO List compiled by Saumya Garg ( to Jan…

  • Dhyan Foundation, Kerala

    Dhyan Foundation, Kerala is an animal welfare organisation in Kerala. It is listed in the AWO List compiled by Saumya Garg ( to…

  • KapilaPark Goshala

    Kapila Park Goshala is a non-profit sanctuary in Kenjar, Bajpe, Karnataka. It provides a shelter for approximately 700 cows, calves, and bulls, including Kapila…

  • We Save Animals

    We Save Animals is an animal welfare organisation in Karnataka. It is listed in the AWO List compiled by Saumya Garg ( to…

  • Animal Rescue Davangere – Bhagwan Mahaveer Goshala

    Animal Rescue Davangere – Bhagwan Mahaveer Goshala is an animal welfare organisation in Karnataka. It is listed in the AWO List compiled by Saumya…

  • Syeraa Animal Rescue Centre

    Syeraa Animal Rescue Centre is an animal welfare organisation in Karnataka. It is listed in the AWO List compiled by Saumya Garg (…

  • Niwansh Foundation Goshala Reported closed

    Niwansh Foundation Goshala is an animal welfare organisation in Karnataka. It is listed in the AWO List compiled by Saumya Garg ( to…

  • Waro ( A Nature Lovers Unit )

    Waro ( A Nature Lovers Unit ) is an animal welfare organisation in Karnataka. It is listed in the AWO List compiled by Saumya…

Questions about Animal Shelter

The ABC Rules, 2023 define an animal shelter as a place where stray, street or abandoned animals are kept for adoption or rehabilitation, or for treatment while ill or injured.

Yes, through the Animal Welfare Board of India, if the organisation is AWBI-recognised. AWBI has a grant scheme for animal shelters caring for old, distressed, homeless, injured and sick animals, paid in two instalments after accounts and inspection.

To a designated shelter. The Supreme Court’s order of 7 Nov 2025 says they must be sterilised and vaccinated, moved to a shelter and not released at the same place. The Court upheld this on 19 May 2026.

On the Directory, choose Animal shelter under Type, then your state and district, or search by name or PIN code. Based on its type, it may house animals; call before visiting, as unverified listings have not been confirmed.