Pet from a shelter (6)

I believe the answer is:

rescue

(Other definitions for rescue that I've seen before include "Save from danger or distress" , "Save from harm" , "Extricate" , "Save from peril" , "Free from danger or captivity" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today.

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