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Get Involved with

Animal Rescue in Alaska

Love animals, but cannot adopt or foster right now? There are many ways to support Best Friends Animal Rescue and the animals in our care. Our volunteers make this work possible!

Even a few hours of your time can make a real difference for an animal in need.

Volunteer holding adoptable orange tabby kitten at Alaska animal rescue
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Volunteer

We rely on dedicated volunteers to help with:

  • Transporting animals to and from appointments

  • Assisting with events

  • Supporting special programs

Interested in volunteering? Get in touch with us to get started.

Volunteer With Us
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Donate Supplies

Send essential supplies directly to the foster teams caring for our animals.

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Mountain Mutts

Looking for a hiking buddy or picnic partner?

With our Mountain Mutts program, you can take a foster dog out for exercise, enrichment, and socialization.

It’s a simple way to help an adoptable dog thrive while enjoying Alaska’s trails. Availability depends on current foster capacity.

Apply for Mountain Mutts