Tails of Hope

Making a Life-Changing Difference for Pets and Their People

At Lewis Clark Animal Shelter, we believe every animal deserves a second chance. We’ve been connecting animals in need with loving families in Lewiston, Clarkston, and the surrounding communities for decades. Whether you’re looking to adopt, donate, or volunteer, you’re making a life-changing difference for pets and their people.

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Total Live Intakes in 2023

684

Dogs & Cats Adopted in 2023

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Tails of Hope

Making a Life-Changing Difference for Pets and Their People

At Lewis Clark Animal Shelter, we believe every animal deserves a second chance. We’ve been connecting animals in need with loving families in Lewiston, Clarkston, and the surrounding communities for decades. Whether you’re looking to adopt, donate, or volunteer, you’re making a life-changing difference for pets and their people.

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245

Dogs Adopted in 2023

439

Cats Adopted in 2023

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14th Annual

Mardi Gras for the Paws

Join us for a night of fun, flavor, and furry friends at our Mardi Gras for the Paws benefit bash! Indulge in the culinary delights of the Lewis-Clark Valley, sip on local wines and brews, and meet some of our adorable shelter animals looking for their forever homes. The evening will feature an exciting live auction, a captivating silent auction, and plenty of Mardi Gras magic—all to support the lifesaving work of the Lewis Clark Animal Shelter.

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Capital Campaign

Building for the Paws

With your support, we can build a safe, comfortable, and modern facility that gives every pet the care and love they deserve. By investing in their future home, you’re giving countless animals a second chance and strengthening our community. Together, we can make this dream a reality—because every paw matters. 

Making a Difference in Animal Rescue

At the Lewis Clark Animal Shelter, we believe that compassion has the power to change lives. Every animal deserves a loving home, and we are committed to making that a reality.

Adoption

Search all our adoptable dogs, cats and small animals in need of fur-ever homes!

Lost Pets

Lost a pet? Discover stray animals that have made their way into our shelter.

Donate

Help us promote humane education, awareness and compassion.

Volunteer

Our volunteers greatly improve the lives of our rescued animals waiting for their furever homes.

Testimonials

Happy Families, Happy Tails

With your support, we can rescue animals and provide them with medical care and rehabilitation, and match them with loving forever families.

"This place is a no-kill shelter and takes only the best care of every animal in their care."

-Amanda Branson

"We were welcomed with open arms and everyone was professional, skilled, friendly and knowledgeable."

-Tracy Barraza

"Amazing staff! All my dogs have been adopted here and always will be. I would rather support my local shelter."

-Elizabeth Nicholson

Wagging Tails, Happy Hearts

Join Our Mission for Animal Rescue

At Lewis Clark Animal Shelter, we believe that compassion has the power to change lives. Every animal deserves a loving home, and we are committed to making that a reality. As a nonprofit organization, we truly couldn’t do it without the support of our wonderful and caring community members.
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