Love animals? Get involved with these uplifting and life-changing havens around Pittsburgh.
There are always multiple ways to connect with rescues! Discover these places not far from the city.
Hope Haven Farm Sanctuary
Located in Sewickley, Hope Haven Farm Sanctuary welcomes guests to meet their friendly rescue animals — including horses, pigs, emus, goats, llamas, chickens, ducks, and more — with tours and events starting in May.
Also, they are expanding with a second property in Harmony! Plan your visit today or find ways to volunteer for an even more rewarding experience.
Pigsburgh Squealers Rescue
Dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating pet pigs in Tarentum, Pittsburgh Squealers has saved 290 pigs (and counting!) since 2016. So, how can you support this rescue? Donate, sponsor a pig, send supplies, or shop their online store.
You can even adopt a pig! Find ways to visit starting in March and get involved today.
Kindred Spirits Rescue Ranch
Located less than an hour away from Downtown Pittsburgh in Darlington, Beaver County, Kindred Spirits Rescue Ranch houses over 200 rescued animals.
You can also take action to donate, sponsor, or volunteer here! Scheduling tours starts in May, so get a group together to support a great cause.
Note: Visits must be scheduled in advance! Please check out each website carefully to be mindful of rules, regulations, and expectations if scheduling to visit.
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There’s also HEAL Animal Rescue in Latrobe, PA. We’re a small sanctuary that has cows, sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, and one mini-mule! We’re hoping to start tours up soon and are always in need of volunteers! HEAL also has a dog and cat shelter located in Youngwood, PA that also accepts volunteers.