Friends for Life Animal Rescue

Friends for Life Animal Rescue Friends for Life Animal Rescue is dedicated to helping the homeless and stray animals of Arizona
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Friends for Life Animal Rescue is dedicated to helping the homeless and stray animals living on the streets and in the deserts. We also pursue an aggressive spay / neuter program for our animals and education for the public.

We know you'll be celebrating the holidays with your family, but don't forget, the nominations round for the Best of the...
12/23/2025

We know you'll be celebrating the holidays with your family, but don't forget, the nominations round for the Best of the Desert Awards is open through December 31st, and you can nominate, once per day by visiting https://azcentral.gannettcontests.com/2026-Best-of-the-Desert-Communitys-Choice-Awards/gallery/. Your support has elevated us to the winner for Best Shelter/Rescue in the East Valley and BARKtoberfest, our largest single day fundraiser annually, as Best Event and Best Fundraiser in the East Valley, for the past several years in a row! For a small rescue, powered by volunteers, this is a HUGE honor and allows us to spotlight our rescue, fundraising and community outreach programs (low cost spay/neuter and free semi annual micrchip and vaccine events). Please help us continue the winning tradition and thank you for your consideration!

PLEASE NOTE: We are very excited to begin accepting your donations December 29th, and are unable to accept them prior t...
12/23/2025

PLEASE NOTE: We are very excited to begin accepting your donations December 29th, and are unable to accept them prior to that time because the Adoption Center is bursting at the seams with dogs and cats anxious to meet their forever family in time to celebrate the holidays. We have no storage space until the storage containers arrive on the 29th.

You might be thinking about settling in for your long winter's nap, but don't forget, Monday the 29th begins the big drop off for yard sale donations! We know you've been setting your items aside in anticipation of donating them to a great cause, and we're almost ready to accept them! Bring them over to the storage pods located in the parking lot at the Adoption Center, located at 952 W. Melody Ave in Gilbert and stack them outside the pod. Our volunteers will get them stored and keep them safe until the big sale January 22nd, 23rd and 24th. As a reminder, we accept everything aside from hygiene products and cosmetics. We're happy to find a new home for your unwanted items, and your donations are tax deductible! We'll see you next week!

Hope had hoped she’d find a new family for Christmas- and she did! Bonus she has her own boy to play with!
12/20/2025

Hope had hoped she’d find a new family for Christmas- and she did! Bonus she has her own boy to play with!

Oliver found his forever home today!
12/20/2025

Oliver found his forever home today!

Verda found her forever home today, and her new name is Layla!
12/20/2025

Verda found her forever home today, and her new name is Layla!

Kat found her forever home and her new name is Mesalynn! r
12/20/2025

Kat found her forever home and her new name is Mesalynn! r

These dogs are currently available for adoption or will be available very soon! Friends for Life is located at 952 W M...
12/20/2025

These dogs are currently available for adoption or will be available very soon! Friends for Life is located at 952 W Melody Avenue in Gilbert, AZ. For dogs that are shown to be living at our adoption center, come on down and meet them during regular shelter hours. We OFTEN have dogs onsite that have not been photographed, so the best way to find a new forever friend is to come and see us!!! Click on the individual photos to read more about a dog!

You are welcome to submit an inquiry for more information about this dog, but please note that we strongly encourage potential adopters to come and see us in person and speak with an adoption counselor. We do our best to keep the bios updated online, but because each animal is different, things can change periodically. We do always require introductions with resident dogs, dogs that visit frequently, and all family members. We are located at 952 W Melody Avenue in Gilbert. Hours: Tuesday 10a-2p, Wednesday 3p-7p, Thursday 3p-7p, Friday 10a-2p, Saturday 10a-4p. You can also call during our open hours to inquire if an animal has been adopted yet (480-497-8296). Thank you!

12/19/2025

UPDATE: ADOPTED!!

Adorable Oliver is a 22 week old, 5 lb, handsome, bundle of Orange Tabby! This cutie will be at the Adoption Center, located at 952 W. Melody Ave in Gilbert on Saturday, December 20th from 10am-4pm, hoping to meet his happily-ever-after, in time to celebrate Christmas! You can get started on the process to meet Oliver by visiting
https://azfriends.org/testing/adopt.html to complete an adoption consultation form, and then come on in and meet with one of our adoption counselors! We'll see you Saturday!

12/19/2025

We made it! It's Foster Friday, and this week, we want to share a little love bug named Kat!

Meet Kat!
Age: 5 years
Weight: 10 lbs
Breed: Chihuahua blend

Kat is a tiny love bug with a big heart! She’s a sweet, affectionate girl who loves sitting in laps and looking to her handler for cues. With her adorable little prance and gentle nature, she’s sure to win over everyone she meets.

Personality
Loving and affectionate — happiest when close to her humans.

Social — enjoys meeting strangers with a friendly attitude.

Playful with well-mannered dogs, making her a great candidate for a canine companion.

Confident on leash with good manners.

Home Life
Would thrive in a home with another dog or with someone who is home often.

Perfect for a family who wants a small, affectionate companion to share daily life.

ideal Family
Kat will flourish in a loving home where she can enjoy lap time, play with doggy friends, and be cherished as part of the family.

You can meet this lovely lady by visiting https://azfriends.org/testing/adopt.html to complete an adoption consultation form, and then come by the Adoption Center to meet one of our adoption counselors!

Flick found his forever home today!
12/19/2025

Flick found his forever home today!

12/18/2025

Scooter Pie is a calm, patient boy who’s ready to find his forever home. With his excellent leash manners and gentle personality, he’s a joy to walk and a wonderful companion.

* Personality
Calm and well-behaved — checks in with his handler often. He's patient and easy to handle, an affectionate lap dog who loves to curl up close.

* Home Life
Perfect for a family who enjoys peaceful walks and cozy companionship.

Thrives in a loving home where he can share his gentle nature and affection.

* Ideal Family
Scooter Pie will flourish in a home that appreciates his calm demeanor and affectionate personality. He’s a loyal companion who will bring warmth and love to his forever family.

You can meet this polite, handsome boy by visiting https://azfriends.org/testing/adopt.html to complete an adoption consultation form, and then come by and see one of our adoption counselors at the Adoption Center.

12/18/2025

Bali reminded us that the ONLY thing she put on the wish list she gave Santa over the weekend was a forever home of her own, in time to celebrate Christmas. She just wanted to be sure nobody has forgotten, so in the spirit of Christmas wishes coming true, take another peek at her video and share it, please!

Meet Bali!
* Age: Almost 2 years
* Weight: 47 lbs
* Breed: Labrador blend

Bali is a curious, confident girl with the best wiggle butt you’ve ever seen! She meets new situations with enthusiasm and greets people with so much joy, you can’t help but smile.

Personality
Playful, energetic, and affectionate — she loves everyone she meets.

Quick learner who thrives on training, especially when paired with toys or affection.

Entertaining and silly — she’ll switch fetch into keep-away mid-game or toss toys for herself!

Believes she’s a lap dog and loves curling up close.

Home Life
Crate trained, house trained, and has excellent leash manners.

Knows “sit,” “stay,” “down,” and has immediate recall.

Puppy tendencies remain, so she’ll need direction, enrichment, and consistency.

Can get overly excited with other dogs, but her goal is always play.

Best suited for a home with a yard for quick potty breaks.

Ideal Family
Bali will thrive in a high-energy household that enjoys play, training, and lots of love. With the right guidance, she’ll be an amazing lifelong companion who keeps you smiling every day.

To get started in the process of meeting this adorable girl, visit https://azfriends.org/testing/adopt.html to complete an adoption consultation form, and then come by the Adoption Center to meet with one of our adoption counselors.

Address

952 West Melody Avenue
Gilbert, AZ
85233

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 2pm
Wednesday 3pm - 7pm
Thursday 3pm - 7pm
Friday 10am - 2pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

(480)4978296

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