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Petfinder - Adopt a Pet

Petfinder - Adopt a Pet

Find Pets to Adopt Near You

58K ratings
402 reviews
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Archived App (Last seen on 15 Oct 2026)

This is an archived listing of the app previously available on the App Store.

Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 7, 2012
  • June 26, 2026

Developer

Nestlé
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About

Discover adoptable pets like dogs, cats, and more from shelters and rescue groups nationwide. Filter by breed, age, size, and location to find your perfect companion. Features visual search and helpful resources for new pet owners.

✓Search adoptable dogs and cats
✓Filter by location, breed, age, size
✓Visual pet search by photo
✓Browse various animal types
✓Contact shelters easily
✓Pet care resources
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What users say about Petfinder

Reviews of Petfinder are mixed: the Lifestyle app is rated 4.8/5 from 58K App Store ratings. What users like most: amazing app for finding pets, user-friendly interface. Top complaints: crashes and freezes frequently, insufficient search filters. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 💕Amazing app for finding pets
  • 👍User-friendly interface
  • 🐕Helps find perfect pets
  • 🙌Great resource for adopting

Negative things

  • 🐛Crashes and freezes frequently
  • 🔍Insufficient search filters
  • 🔁Favorites list issues
  • 🇨🇦Limited support for non-US locations
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What's New in Petfinder

2.118.5

June 26, 2026

We've updated Petfinder's registration and login experience to make signing up and signing in smoother and more secure.

User reviews

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Perfect
GusyBachaGusyBacha

Messed up the app

I used Petfinder app to find many of our cats. But I have ZERO DESIRE to give a big company like Purina info about me. I can find a cat who needs me without being compromised by Purina.
EhpsteinEhpstein

Terrible

Petfinder used to be great. This app freezes constantly and tells me that all shelters have zero dogs available. You can’t search properly and god forbid you want to change the location, it puts you back to the old location. Also, please explain how a german Shepard adult is considered a small dog? Or a pit bull? The app constantly freezes, doesn’t allow you to search properly and then when it does allow you to search, it gives incorrect information.
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ResnesieResnesie

Dog adoption

Such a good choice of pets to adopt from all over the place!
YellowJacketJasperYellowJacketJasper

Lots of bugs with app

Not sure why but both the app and website constantly glitch out when I’m using it. The app is actually a bit worse however, since it’ll log me out mid use and won’t load my favorites.
Vicsch2002Vicsch2002
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Deleted pets reappearing in favorites

Bug

Inaccurate breed and size information

Bug

Inconsistent login and sign-in experience

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Requested Features

4 requests

Option to exclude certain breeds

Feature

Ability to search by state or extended distance

Feature

Sync favorites across devices

Feature

Reporting system for non-responsive shelters

Feature

FAQ

What kind of pets can I find on Petfinder?

You can find a wide variety of adoptable pets, including dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, rabbits, birds, horses, and fish. The app connects you with thousands of shelters and rescue groups across the country that have these animals available for adoption.

How can I filter pets to find the right match?

The app allows you to filter pets based on several characteristics, such as location, breed, age, size, and gender. You can also filter based on lifestyle preferences to ensure you find a pet that best suits your home and family.

Is Petfinder free to use?

Yes, the Petfinder app is free to download and use. While the app itself is free, it does have in-app purchases, which may offer additional features or services.

What is the visual search feature?

The visual search feature allows you to upload a photo of a pet and search for similar-looking dogs or cats available for adoption across the country. This can be a fun and helpful way to discover potential matches.

How do I contact a shelter to adopt a pet?

Once you find a pet you're interested in, the app provides details on how you might match up with the animal. You can then contact shelters quickly and easily directly through the app to begin the adoption process.