248+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
Pet World is the household name in animal shelter, but it's far from the only option. We track 248+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.1★ (4K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.5★ (4.8K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.8★ (58K) | Yes | No | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.7★ (19K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.4★ (1.5K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.7★ (17K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.7★ (9.7K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 |
Care for a variety of animals, from small pets to farm animals and reptiles, in a 3D shelter environment. Tend to their health, provide food and water, and find them loving new homes. Decorate the shelter and play with your animal friends.
Run your own animal rescue center, saving, treating, and caring for pets in need. Feed, bathe, and heal injured or abandoned animals, upgrading your shelter and tools to provide the best care. Help furry friends find loving new homes in this heartwarming simulator.
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.
Experience the rewarding challenge of managing an animal shelter. Care for rescued dogs, cats, and other animals by cleaning, walking, and ensuring they find loving new homes. Expand your facilities as your shelter grows.
Care for virtual pets in an open-world simulation. Nurture, groom, and play with your chosen companion, a cat or dog. Once happy and healthy, photograph them for adoption and help them find a forever home.
Care for North American wild animals, healing their illnesses and injuries. Find them new homes or release them back into the wild. Customize their habitats and experience realistic graphics in this sequel to PetWorld.
Transform an abandoned space into a thriving cat sanctuary. Care for unique rescue cats, upgrade facilities, and manage a volunteer team to expand your shelter empire globally. Participate in special events for exclusive rewards.
Build and manage a veterinary hospital and pet sanctuary. Diagnose and treat various animals, from domestic pets to wild creatures, and reinvest profits to expand your facilities and services. Rescue abandoned animals and help them find loving new homes.
Manage a virtual animal shelter, rescuing and caring for cats, dogs, and other pets. Nurture them, keep them happy, and help them find loving forever homes.
Care for senior dogs in a virtual sanctuary, inspired by real rescue stories. Rescue, nurture, and customize their living spaces while unlocking their unique narratives. Raise donations and bake treats to ensure they live their best lives.
Care for rescued virtual dogs in a realistic shelter simulation. Provide baths, nutritious meals, and engaging playtime to help them grow and thrive. Experience the joy of animal rescue and rehabilitation.
Experience the joy of horse ownership by caring for, training, and competing with your own realistic horse. Build a bond through interactive activities and share the journey with friends. Collect different breeds and strive for championship success.
Care for injured wildlife by rescuing, treating, and building a shelter. Explore the wilderness, defend against threats, and help animals thrive in this simulation game.
Run your own pet hotel, caring for a variety of animals like cats, dogs, and hamsters. Keep your furry guests happy by playing with them, providing treats, and completing quests to improve their enclosures and your hotel.
Manage your pet's healthcare with this app. Easily request appointments, medication, and food. Receive important notifications about hospital promotions, lost pets, and health reminders.
Care for and adopt virtual pets in this free simulation game. Raise kittens, provide them with food and toys, and increase their adoption status to grow your animal shelter business. Experience a heartwarming pet rescue adventure.
Care for and play with a variety of animals, from common pets to exotic creatures, in a virtual animal shelter. Become a vet, clean, and treat animals, exploring new locations and interacting with over 50 different species.