Round Valley Animal Rescue

Round Valley Animal Rescue (RVAR) has been saving lives, one at a time, since 2010. We are a no-kill shelter that recognizes the value of companion animals and the financial drain and social effects that irresponsible pet ownership can have on a community. Over the years, we have helped thousands of animals find their forever homes. We firmly believe that all dogs and cats deserve the chance to leave paw prints on someone's heart and it is our goal to provide that opportunity to every animal in our care. We work to educate the public about compassion & responsibility toward all animals while striving to end animal over-population. We provide spay and neuter services to hundreds of companion animals each year.

We are currently housing more than 200 animals with cats narrowly outnumbering dogs. Despite the unprecedented population, there is always a waiting list for intakes. As a no-kill facility, we are in it for the long haul and do everything we can to make sure all needs are met. Sometimes this means costly surgery, long term medication and other ongoing medical costs. Our goal is to find permanent & loving adoptive homes for the animals in our care and to promote the human-animal bond. We operate a rescue program that provides a safe haven for animals in transition. We also serve as advocates for animals and their owners. 

The journey from animal surrender to loving home is often long, but it is possible because of the belief of our supporters in the work we do. We receive no municipal funding to support our work. We are not part of a larger organization that pays 6-figure salaries to its directors. Our dedicated board members are unpaid volunteers. Proceeds from programs such as AZ Gives and our yearly Aviation Expo fundraiser enable us to do what we do. Donors are truly the wind beneath our wings. 

We host our 13th Annual Aviation Expo & Pancake Breakfast Fly-in on June 7. This family-oriented event provides our supporters with an opportunity to get an up close and personal look at the work we do. More information about this wonderful event is available at the Aviation Expo tab above.

Thank you for your support and for helping us to make a difference in the lives of animals we rescue.

Testimonials

"Many of the animals they take in arrive in bad shape. I love seeing the transformation pictures. The love and care they provide works miracles. This organization is a true blessing to all they serve." -Colleen P.

"This organization is so very dedicated to the animals that come under their umbrella. They find solutions when it seems there are none. They find a way to see that medical needs are met, despite the cost." -Betty S.

"They are the small engine that could. "No" is not part of their vocabulary. Their commitment to animals is without rival." -Chris L.

They treat the animals like their own! -Janet S.