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Akron animal shelters

There are 61 animal shelters and animal welfare organizations in the greater Akron metro area. Combined, these Akron metro animal shelters employ 168 people, earn more than $10 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $15 million.
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Job trends for Akron animal shelters

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
7
1-10
 
1
11-25
 
2
26-100
 
1
101 to 1,000
 
1
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of animal shelters in Akron

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
10
$250k to $1M
 
4
$1M to $5M
 
5
$5M to $25M
 
0
$25M to $100M
 
0
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of animal shelters in Akron

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1-20 of 61

One of A Kind Pet Rescue

One of A Kind Pet Rescue is dedicated to the rescue and adoption of homeless pets in imminent danger of euthanasia, spaying / neutering, and public education in the humane treatment of animals.
Revenue
$2.5m
Assets
$1.3m
Employees
105
EIN
20-4631002
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Portage Animal Protective League (APL)

To shelter and find homes for injured, abused and abandoned animals, uphold and enforce animal cruelty laws, reduce pet overpopulation and educate the community.
Revenue
$2.4m
Assets
$5.0m
Employees
23
EIN
34-1091915
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary

Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary is a non-profit organization that rescues, rehabilitates, and provides an adoption program for abused, abandoned, and neglected farm animals.
Revenue
$1.0m
Assets
$4.1m
Employees
26
EIN
34-1968434
IRS type
501(c)(3)

CATalyst Council

CATalyst Council unites stakeholders to enhance the health and welfare of companion cats through education, collaboration, and access to veterinary care.
Revenue
$1.1m
Assets
$999.3k
Employees
1
EIN
26-2829648
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Forever Friends Foundation

The Forever Friends Foundation provides shelter and care for stray animals, focusing primarily on felines. The foundation offers adoption opportunities to find these animals permanent homes.
Revenue
$1.1m
Assets
$1.3m
Employees
0
EIN
04-3769578
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Uno S Happy Endings Rescue

Uno S Happy Endings Rescue is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in Akron, OH that was founded in 2018.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
82-0703600
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Purrfect Diamonds in the Ruff

Purrfect Diamonds in the Ruff is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in Copley, OH that was founded in 2007.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
20-8852318
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cassidys Critters

Cassidys Critters is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in Akron, OH that was founded in 2024.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
99-4007296
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Memories Live on Animal Foundation

Memories Live on Animal Foundation is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in Akron, OH that was founded in 2016.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
59-3767418
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Doberman Underground

Doberman Underground rescues and rehomes Dobermans and other dogs in need, providing medical care and connecting seniors with senior dogs for companionship.
Revenue
$180.4k
Assets
$103.8k
Employees
0
EIN
47-4622289
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Kermits Kritters

Kermits Kritters is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in Akron, OH that was founded in 2025.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
39-4473581
IRS type
501(c)(3)

DJs Paw Rescue

DJs Paw Rescue is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in New Franklin, OH that was founded in 2018.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
83-1715996
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Jennies Gems

Jennies Gems is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in Macedonia, OH that was founded in 2020.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
83-2706224
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Unleashed Animal Rescue

Unleashed Animal Rescue supports abandoned and injured small animals by providing shelter, care, and facilitating adoptions to promote their recovery.
Revenue
$4,325
Assets
$0
Employees
N/A
EIN
88-3419195
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Divine Lives

The purpose of Divine Lives, Inc. is to: 1. Re-home animals left homeless, primarily displaced due to owners passing away, unforeseen family circumstances, and from shelters at risk of euthanasia due to overpopulation. 2.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
84-5000095
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Feed Spay Love

Feed Spay Love feeds and cares for the feral cat population in Summit County, Ohio through various programs. They have a mission to provide assistance to these cats in need.
Revenue
$111.2k
Assets
$7,540
Employees
N/A
EIN
81-3389130
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Ghetto Dog Sanctuary

Ghetto Dog Sanctuary is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in Akron, OH that was founded in 2023.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
92-0545551
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Just Cats

Just Cats is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in Akron, OH that was founded in 2023.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
92-1576611
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Ryerson Valley Rescue

Ryerson Valley Rescue is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in Akron, OH that was founded in 2023.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
92-1926372
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Lillys Helping Paws

Lillys Helping Paws is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in Cuyahoga FLS, OH that was founded in 2024.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
93-4869005
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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