Palm Springs Animal Shelter

We transform lives through extraordinary animal care and advocacy. We inspire compassion and positive relationships between the community and animals through direct action and humane education.

Greater Palm Springs Animal Allies (formerly Friends of the Palm Springs Animal Shelter) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, which operates the Palm Springs Animal Shelter, the Desert Wildlife Center and the Desert Community Animal Center. The Palm Springs Animal Shelter is an open admissions municipal shelter serving the city of Palm Springs and providing programs for animals, pets and pet owners across the Coachella Valley. The Desert Wildlife Center, located in Indio, CA, serves as a safe refuge for sick, injured, and orphaned wildlife needing medical treatment and rehabilitation. The Desert Community Animal Center, located in Desert Hot Springs, CA, is a low-cost veterinary clinic serving the residents of Desert Hot Springs and throughout the Coachella Valley.

Adoptions, Fostering Program, Spay/Neuter Services, Medical Care, Training/Behavior, Animal Rescue/Transport, Public Education, Volunteer Program

Adoptions are first come, first served during business hours.
All available animals are kept up to date on our website and can be met at the shelter during regular business hours.
Most animals can be freely viewed in the shelter, while large dogs are viewable online and require staff assistance for a meet and greet.
Animals listed online are available to meet at the shelter unless they are in foster care. If in foster care, an appointment is required.
During your visit, our animal care and behavior team will guide you through meeting your potential pet, and our adoption team will finalize the process once you’ve made your decision.

Walk-in