Lifeline Oro Valley Animal Rescue

Our Mission

I CO-FOUNDED NO KILL PIMA COUNTY IN 2012 TO SEEK ALTERNATE NON-LETHAL SOLUTIONS FOR SHELTER ANIMALS. I STARTED THE RESCUE TO FILL A GAP FOR ELISTED SHELTER ANIMALS Lifeline Oro Valley Animal Rescue (LOVAR) is: - a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization approved by the Arizona Corporate Commissions and as determined by the IRS. - 100% all-volunteer organization. - an all-breed and Special Needs Rescue for cats and dogs that is breed, age, size and type neutral. - an organization that strives to support those most in need. 90% of its animals are special needs (those that the shelter considered least adoptable), and have successfully rescued and found good homes for bonded pairs, cats and dogs with treatable illnesses seniors, orphaned kittens and pups and those that are abandoned or injured. - an organization wholly committed to the “no-kill” mission and its founder is also a co-founder of No Kill Pima County. - is Oro Valley’s first animal rescue dedicated to supporting companion animal owners through education and resources and supporting the needs of dogs and cats within the Oro Valley community. - a non-profit organization that provides funds to care for its rescue animals spay, neuter, shots, medical tests, medication, treatment, veterinary care, training, rehabilitation and any other needs and general care out-of pocket and through public donations. - approved to received donations and grants and is listed on GUIDESTAR (Gold Rating). - compliant with all state and national requirements and standards of practice for ethical fundraising set forth by the Association of Fundraising Professional (AFP). - PETCO Oro Valley Market Place primary Rescue Partner. - is fully insured and bonded.

Services We Offer

Adoptions, Public Education

Adoption Process

Special Programs & Areas Served

Areas Served: Arizona, California