Located conveniently in the heart of ARF's adoption center, Lou Russa's Boutique has all the basics, bells, and whistles for those with discriminating taste - on two or four legs! Knowledgable staff will help you find everything yo.
Looking for a nice couch, a good read, a great deal on quality home accessories or quality clothing at a fraction of retail prices? Shop at the ARF Thrift Store in Concord, staffed by friendly and energetic volunteers! All sales proceeds suppor.
Opened in 2003 on a prominent corner in the Shadelands Business Park in Walnut Creek, California, ARF’s 37,700 square foot campus is located in the heart of the East San Francisco Bay Area. ARF's beautiful animal shelter and community center is a park-like, family-oriented place where people of all ages can enjoy positive interactions with animals.
Opened in 2003 on a prominent corner in the Shadelands Business Park in Walnut Creek, California, ARF’s 37,700 square foot campus is located in the heart of the East San Francisco Bay Area. ARF's beautiful animal shelter and community center is a park-like, family-oriented place where people of all ages can enjoy positive interactions with animals.
Opened in 2003 on a prominent corner in the Shadelands Business Park in Walnut Creek, California, ARF’s 37,700 square foot campus is located in the heart of the East San Francisco Bay Area. ARF's beautiful animal shelter and community center is a park-like, family-oriented place where people of all ages can enjoy positive interactions with animals.
Opened in 2003 on a prominent corner in the Shadelands Business Park in Walnut Creek, California, ARF’s 37,700 square foot campus is located in the heart of the East San Francisco Bay Area. ARF's beautiful animal shelter and community center is a park-like, family-oriented place where people of all ages can enjoy positive interactions with animals.
Opened in 2003 on a prominent corner in the Shadelands Business Park in Walnut Creek, California, ARF’s 37,700 square foot campus is located in the heart of the East San Francisco Bay Area. ARF's beautiful animal shelter and community center is a park-like, family-oriented place where people of all ages can enjoy positive interactions with animals.
Opened in 2003 on a prominent corner in the Shadelands Business Park in Walnut Creek, California, ARF’s 37,700 square foot campus is located in the heart of the East San Francisco Bay Area. ARF's beautiful animal shelter and community center is a park-like, family-oriented place where people of all ages can enjoy positive interactions with animals.
Opened in 2003 on a prominent corner in the Shadelands Business Park in Walnut Creek, California, ARF’s 37,700 square foot campus is located in the heart of the East San Francisco Bay Area. ARF's beautiful animal shelter and community center is a park-like, family-oriented place where people of all ages can enjoy positive interactions with animals.
Opened in 2003 on a prominent corner in the Shadelands Business Park in Walnut Creek, California, ARF’s 37,700 square foot campus is located in the heart of the East San Francisco Bay Area. ARF's beautiful animal shelter and community center is a park-like, family-oriented place where people of all ages can enjoy positive interactions with animals.
Opened in 2003 on a prominent corner in the Shadelands Business Park in Walnut Creek, California, ARF’s 37,700 square foot campus is located in the heart of the East San Francisco Bay Area. ARF's beautiful animal shelter and community center is a park-like, family-oriented place where people of all ages can enjoy positive interactions with animals.
Opened in 2003 on a prominent corner in the Shadelands Business Park in Walnut Creek, California, ARF’s 37,700 square foot campus is located in the heart of the East San Francisco Bay Area. ARF's beautiful animal shelter and community center is a park-like, family-oriented place where people of all ages can enjoy positive interactions with animals.
Opened in 2003 on a prominent corner in the Shadelands Business Park in Walnut Creek, California, ARF’s 37,700 square foot campus is located in the heart of the East San Francisco Bay Area. ARF's beautiful animal shelter and community center is a park-like, family-oriented place where people of all ages can enjoy positive interactions with animals.
Opened in 2003 on a prominent corner in the Shadelands Business Park in Walnut Creek, California, ARF’s 37,700 square foot campus is located in the heart of the East San Francisco Bay Area. ARF's beautiful animal shelter and community center is a park-like, family-oriented place where people of all ages can enjoy positive interactions with animals.
Opened in 2003 on a prominent corner in the Shadelands Business Park in Walnut Creek, California, ARF’s 37,700 square foot campus is located in the heart of the East San Francisco Bay Area. ARF's beautiful animal shelter and community center is a park-like, family-oriented place where people of all ages can enjoy positive interactions with animals.
Virginia Pitchford Main Entry
Visitors to our facility arrive in the warm, welcoming main entry including a donor wall honoring leading contributors to ARF's capital campaign.
Lesher Foundation Multi-Use Hall
ARF's multi-use hall hosts adoptions, school tours, community gatherings, events, and more.
Lou Russa's Boutique
Located in the heart of ARF's adoption center, Lou Russa's Boutique sells pet supplies, gifts, and more to support ARF's programs.
Maddie's Animal Care Center
Animals relax in a homelike setting, preparing them for adoption and encouraging adopters to envision a pet in their home.
Lynn & Dolores McCoskey Spay/Neuter Clinic
With state-of-the-art veterinary technology, ARF's clinic controls overpopulation through spay and neuter and provides critical care for shelter animals.
Learning Center
ARF's interactive museum teaches children the skills they need to understand and care for animals with a junior vet clinic, pet supply shop, and stage for teaching and interacting with animals.
Nestle Purina Dog Training Pavilion
The home of ARF Dog Training, where courses led by talented training professionals help guardians train for a lifetime of happiness with their dogs.
Located conveniently in the heart of ARF's adoption center, Lou Russa's Boutique has all the basics, bells, and whistles for those with discriminating taste - on two or four legs! Knowledgable staff will help you find everything yo.
Looking for a nice couch, a good read, a great deal on quality home accessories or quality clothing at a fraction of retail prices? Shop at the ARF Thrift Store in Concord, staffed by friendly and energetic volunteers! All sales proceeds suppor.
2890 Mitchell Dr
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 256-1273
Adoption Hours
Wed - Thurs: Noon - 6 pm
Fri: Noon - 7 pm
Sat - Sun: Noon - 6 pm
Business Hours
Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm
ARF needs your help to save more lives! Together we can make a difference.
ARF is a 501(c)(3).
Our tax ID is 68-0240341.
ARF has received Charity Navigator's highest 4-star rating for 11 years running.