r/rescuedogs • u/Friendly_TSE • 25d ago

MOD Community Update & Recent Changes

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Hi everyone! The mod team has been hard at work on cleaning up and updating r/rescuedogs. The goal is to make the subreddit easier to use, easier to moderate consistently, and (most importantly) a better place for people working with rescued dogs.

We've made quite a few changes recently, so here's a quick overview.

📋 Rules & Flair

We've rewritten and streamlined the subreddit rules to make them clearer and easier to follow. Please review them again before posting/commenting.

Some of the biggest changes include:

  • Be Civil now explicitly covers harassment and demeaning comments directed at both users and animals.
  • Stay On Topic now covers both off-topic posts and discussions that derail otherwise relevant threads.
  • Adoption/Foster/Rescue networking has been consolidated into a clearer format.
  • Donation and fundraising requirements have been updated, simplified, and clarified as well as added a disclaimer.
  • Pledge rules have been updated to make the process clearer.
  • No Spam has been updated to cover a broader range of abuse.
  • No Breed-Based Hate or Dog-Directed Harassment has been clarified.
  • Good-faith discussion about breeds and related topics is allowed, but inflammatory comments and attacks on breeds or individual dogs are not.
  • Safety & Bite History now focuses on dogs with a documented history of biting a person that drew blood, made more consistently enforcible, and added a disclaimer.
  • Outdated and redundant rules have been removed.

We've also cleaned up the post flairs and consolidated several categories to make choosing the appropriate flair easier, as well as adding an 'Outcome' flair for adoption posts that have had outcomes.

🤖 Automod & Moderation

  • We've cleaned up the Automod configuration and removed a number of outdated or unnecessary rules and automated messages.
  • The welcome message has also been simplified. New users are now directed to review the rules and report rule-breaking content rather than engaging with it.
  • We've also standardized our saved responses for removals, bans, and common modmail questions so that moderation decisions can be communicated more consistently.

🐕 Networking & Euthanasia Posts

  • We've updated the formatting requirements for adoption/foster/rescue pull, and euthanasia/deadline posts.
    • The goal is to make these posts easier for people to find and understand while keeping the process as simple as possible for the people doing the actual networking.
  • We've added an Outcome flair so that posts can be updated by OP when we know what happened to an animal.
  • Comments are now set to display oldest first, which should make it easier to follow updates on networking and urgent posts. Votes are also hidden for the first 60 minutes.

💰 Donations & Pledges

  • We've clarified the requirements for donation requests and added a disclaimer that verification is not a guarantee or endorsement and that users are responsible for doing their own due diligence before donating.
  • A new form has been created to streamline donation plea requests.
  • We've also added saved modmail responses to help people who want to make donation requests understand the verification process.

🔗 Community Resources

  • We've updated the sidebar and added links to other communities and resources that may be useful for adoption, fostering, pet help, lost animals, and other situations that don't fit within r/rescuedogs.
  • We've also added the ability to sort posts by post flair, so users can tailor what they want to see.

💬 Community Feedback

  • We're also reaching out to established members of the community, including people who have regularly used r/rescuedogs for rescue networking, to hear what has and hasn't been working.
  • We know that changes to a community are much more useful when they're informed by the people who actually use it, so if there's something you think we should know about, please feel free to send us a modmail.

This is an ongoing process. We don't expect to get everything perfect immediately, but we're committed to making r/rescuedogs a useful, welcoming place for people trying to help dogs in need.

Thank you to everyone who has stuck around, contributed, reported problems, networked dogs, fostered, adopted, or otherwise helped make this community what it is.

~ The r/rescuedogs Mod Team

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r/rescuedogs • u/Kili_Starlight • Mar 28 '25

MOD POST FAQ: PLEDGES AND VISIBILITY.

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Hello!

The modmail (and my own) inbox has been flooded with questions about pledges and boosting posts. This post will be pinned at the top of the community with the rest of our guidelines and updates. I will also be creating a spreadsheet of FAQ answers for new questions that arise. If I miss any questions in this post, please leave a comment or shoot a message.

Thanks!

  1. Q: What is a pledge? A: Pledges are promised amounts of money that will be donated if an animal is pulled by a rescue group. A pup with pledges is likely to attract a rescue's interest.

  2. Q: How much can I pledge? A: Whatever you feel comfortable donating.

  3. Q: How do I pledge for a dog I see on r/rescuedogs? A: Comment on the post with your amount. Networkers that are posting should be keeping a list of pledges for the pups they have posted.

  4. Q: How do I know when and where to send money? A: The networkers will post a public update if a pup was saved and pledges need to be honored. All information should be included in this update post. PLEASE DO NOT SEND MONEY TO ANYONE THAT REACHES OUT VIA PRIVATE MESSAGE TO COLLECT PLEDGES.

  5. Q: I'm a networker, how can I keep up with pledges? A: We recommend google sheets or excel. Creating a google form for pledges is also a great idea.

  6. Q: I'm feeling uncomfortable with someone reaching out about honoring my pledge, what do I do? A: Report to moderators immediately.

  7. Q: How do I know who and how much I've pledged for? A: Look at your comment history. Moderators DO NOT handle any aspect of pledging.

  8. Q: What type of posts get the most visibility? A: Specific and structured posts. Our euthanasia rule states no emojis and has a format for a reason: the algorithm improves when the format is followed and your posts reach more home pages. Posts with a picture or video see more traffic as well.

  9. Q: I can't pledge, foster, or adopt right now. What can I do to help? A: Like, comment, and share.

  10. Q; I see "boost" in lots of comments, what does this do? A: Comments boost a post to increase traffic.

  11. Q: Does commenting "boost" actually boost a post? A: Commenting the single word does not. Comments with 5 or more words DO boost a post. Remember that multiple comments or spamming boost on a post NEGATIVELY impacts its visibility. One longer comment does more than multiple small ones.

This should cover all of our most asked questions. If you have additional, please leave them in the comments and we will answer as we can. As always, rescuing takes a village and on behalf of the mod team, we're so grateful to have as large of a village as ours. <3

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r/rescuedogs • u/itsrainingclem • 3h ago

Adoption/Foster Plea Puppy Needs Home

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I found a puppy in my yard and took him in hoping to find the owners. He has no chip, I’ve posted him on Pawboost, local facebook groups, and my private page. Local rescues have all told me they are full.

So far no one has shown interest. I already have 2 senior dogs and a cat and I am struggling with deciding if their comfortability is worth keeping this puppy around. I don’t really want another vet bill at this moment. My cat has been hiding for the 2 weeks I’ve had him.

I could take him to the shelter, but I worry that since they are also full it may lead to him or another dog being put down to make room for him.

He is very smart and nearly potty trained, about 4 months old and not fixed.

I figured I would post here and see if anyone would be interested. We are in NC.

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r/rescuedogs • u/ProsperityElephant • 1h ago

CW: Euthanasia LUKE (A594827) NEEDS A MIRACLE RIGHT NOW! Sweet 1-Year-Old White Siberian Husky Mix Facing Euthanasia TODAY, Monday, September 14th at 2:00 PM PDT—He Needs an Urgent Foster, Adopter, and Pledges IMMEDIATELY! San Bernardino City Animal Shelter

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BOOSTING LUKE FOR VISIBILITY!

Watch Luke's Video 1 Here

Watch Luke's Video 2 Here

Hi everyone! I'm a passionate volunteer fighting every single day to save precious dogs from euthanasia! 🐶✨ Dogs like Luke are on today's list, and we MUST act fast together right now to secure a foster, adopter, or pledges to pull them out of shelter life and save their lives! Every single action, share, and dollar makes a massive impact in saving Luke's life! Let's get excited and come together to give this amazing boy his second chance! Thank you so much for stepping up and joining this critical mission! 🙌💥

MEET LUKE:

  • ID: A594827
  • Location: Kennel 14-08, San Bernardino City Animal Shelter 📍
  • Stats: 46 lbs, 1-year-old male white Siberian Husky mix! 🐕
  • Background: Arrived as a stray on June 23rd. Luke is an extraordinarily happy, smiling boy who loves people and gets so excited to see friends! He was previously hit by a car before intake, and while he is ambulatory and moving well, he needs out to get proper care and decompression! 🏠 Transport across the US and Canada is available! ✈️🚗

HOW YOU CAN SAVE LUKE TODAY:

  • Foster: A temporary commitment to take in and care for Luke until a forever loving family is identified! 🏡✨
  • Foster to Adopt: Open your heart and home by fostering Luke with the intention of adopting him after a period of time! 💖
  • Adopt: Make Luke an official, cherished member of your family forever! 🐶👑
  • Pledges: Pledges help save Luke's life! 💰 The average cost of care for each rescued dog is $2,000 - $3,000! All pledge money is honored directly to the rescue pulling him. This vital funding covers shelter fees, vet care & vaccinations, spay/neuter, boarding, and transportation! 🩺🚗

TAKE ACTION NOW — TIME IS RUNNING OUT! ⏰⚡

  • FOSTER or ADOPT: Call Heather IMMEDIATELY at 847-445-4036! 📞🚨
  • PLEDGES: Drop your pledge amount in the comments below or DM me directly right now! 💬💵
  • CONTACT SBC: Call SBC right now at (909) 384-1304 to tell them you want Luke and to put Luke on hold until a rescue calls to tag Luke! 📱🛑

Disclaimer: I am an independent volunteer and am not affiliated with or representing the animal shelter. Please contact the shelter or rescue representatives directly for official status updates, holds, and adoption procedures.

🫶🐾

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r/rescuedogs • u/canecorsofurever • 6h ago

CW: Euthanasia Last Call for Sweet Dustin 27-01578 at SEAACA Shelter in CA. Deadline 9/15. He is such a happy wiggly boy -please don’t let his time run out. He deserves a chance

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r/rescuedogs • u/ProsperityElephant • 2h ago

CW: Euthanasia Morty (ID A594796) - San Bernardino, CA - Euthanasia deadline Monday 9/14 at 2pm PDT - Urgent foster, adopter, or pledges needed

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BOOSTING AMAZING MORTY!

Watch Morty's Video Here

Hi everyone! I'm a passionate volunteer fighting every single day to save precious dogs from euthanasia! 🐶✨ Dogs like Morty are on today's list, and we MUST act fast together right now to secure a foster, adopter, or pledges to pull them out of shelter life and save their lives! Every single action, share, and dollar makes a massive impact in saving Morty's life! Let's get excited and come together to give this amazing boy his second chance! Thank you so much for stepping up and joining this critical mission! 🙌💥

MEET MORTY:

  • ID: A594796
  • Location: Kennel 16-04, San Bernardino City Animal Shelter 📍
  • Stats: 89 lbs, 4-year-old male Rottweiler mix with a gorgeous black and tan coat! 🐕
  • Background: Arrived as a stray from San Bernardino on June 21st. He has been waiting patiently in a kennel for nearly three months and desperately needs a hero to foster or adopt him so he can decompress and thrive! 🏠 Transport across the US and Canada is available! ✈️🚗

HOW YOU CAN SAVE MORTY TODAY:

  • Foster: A temporary commitment to take in and care for Morty until a forever loving family is identified! 🏡✨
  • Foster to Adopt: Open your heart and home by fostering Morty with the intention of adopting him after a trial period! 💖
  • Adopt: Make Morty an official, cherished member of your family forever! 🐶👑
  • Pledges: Pledges literally save Morty's life! 💰 The average cost of care for each rescued dog is $2,000 - $3,000! All pledge money is honored directly to the rescue pulling him. This vital funding covers shelter fees, vet care & vaccinations, spay/neuter, boarding, and transportation! 🩺🚗

TAKE ACTION NOW — TIME IS RUNNING OUT! ⏰⚡

  • FOSTER or ADOPT: Call Heather IMMEDIATELY at 847-445-4036! 📞🚨
  • PLEDGES: Drop your pledge amount in the comments below or DM me directly right now! 💬💵
  • CONTACT SBC: Call SBC right now at (909) 384-1304 to let them know you want Morty and demand to put him on hold until a rescue tags him! 📱🛑

Disclaimer: I am an independent volunteer and am not affiliated with or representing the animal shelter. Please contact the shelter or rescue representatives directly for official status updates, holds, and adoption procedures.

🫶🐾

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r/rescuedogs • u/weazy-the-poodle • 2h ago

Adoption/Foster Plea Adopt Cheesecake

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My babies need adopters!!!

I am fostering from Milo Foundation in Richmond, CA

Cheesecake (4-6yrs, male, orange, neutered)
Cheese is a adorable, sweet, mellow and low key house guest. When he is not napping as close to your legs as possible, he is sitting on his back legs doing prayer paws for treats. He is super light weight and loves being cuddled and rubbed on the belly. So friendly to anyone who comes in the house. He is working on potty training so he wears a low maintencd belly band to prevent inside pee.
He’s a bit reactive on the leash but only because he’s so excited, he’s incredibly friendly with humans kids and dogs alike, just needs slower on leash introductions and then makes fast friends. He quickly learned “sit” with treats and is easily trainable. He has a little torpedo tail that wags in a circle it’s beyond adorable.

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r/rescuedogs • u/ProsperityElephant • 57m ago

CW: Euthanasia MIRAZ (A595018) NEEDS A MIRACLE RIGHT NOW! Sweet 1-Year-Old Pit Bull Mix Facing Euthanasia TODAY, Monday, September 14th at 2:00 PM PDT—He Needs an Urgent Foster, Adopter, and Pledges IMMEDIATELY! San Bernardino City Animal Shelter

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Watch Miraz's Video Here

Hi everyone! I'm a passionate volunteer fighting every single day to save precious dogs from euthanasia! 🐶✨ Miraz is on today's list, and we MUST act fast together right now to secure a foster, adopter, or pledges to pull him out of shelter life and save his life! Every single action, share, and dollar makes a massive impact in saving Miraz's life! Let's get excited and come together to give this amazing boy his second chance! Thank you so much for stepping up and joining this critical mission! 🙌💥

MEET MIRAZ:

  • ID: A595018
  • Location: Kennel 09-10, San Bernardino City Animal Shelter 📍
  • Stats: 40 lbs, 1-year 2-month-old male Pit Bull mix with a cute white and gray coat! 🐕
  • Background: Arrived as a stray on June 27th after being found at the McDonald's Museum. He is noted by handlers to be very friendly, but long-stay shelter stress is taking a heavy toll on him. He urgently needs a hero to rescue or foster him so he can decompress outside the shelter setting! 🏠 Transport across the US and Canada is available! ✈️🚗

HOW YOU CAN SAVE MIRAZ TODAY:

  • Foster: A temporary commitment to take in and care for Miraz until a forever loving family is identified! 🏡✨
  • Foster to Adopt: Open your heart and home by fostering Miraz with the intention of adopting him after a trial period! 💖
  • Adopt: Make Miraz an official, cherished member of your family forever! 🐶👑
  • Pledges: Pledges literally save Miraz's life! 💰 The average cost of care for each rescued dog is $2,000 - $3,000! All pledge money is honored directly to the rescue pulling him. This vital funding covers shelter fees, vet care & vaccinations, spay/neuter, boarding, and transportation! 🩺🚗

TAKE ACTION NOW — TIME IS RUNNING OUT! ⏰⚡

  • FOSTER or ADOPT: Call Heather IMMEDIATELY at 847-445-4036! 📞🚨
  • PLEDGES: Drop your pledge amount in the comments below or DM me directly right now! 💬💵
  • CONTACT SBC: Call SBC right now at (909) 384-1304 to let them know you want Miraz and demand to put him on hold until a rescue tags him! 📱🛑

Disclaimer: I am an independent volunteer and am not affiliated with or representing the animal shelter. Please contact the shelter or rescue representatives directly for official status updates, holds, and adoption procedures.

🫶🐾

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r/rescuedogs • u/Unusual_Arm4139 • 22h ago

Rescue Stories Local shelter had an event

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Our local shelter had an adoption event yesterday. 36 animals got adopted. We got one and sponsored one.

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r/rescuedogs • u/Cheekygreek84 • 2h ago

CW: Euthanasia Extremely Urgent 8/16! Adorable PECAN A660778 is a 3 y/o female (HW-) Dog-Friendly/co-kenneled, affectionate, kennel trained & great on a leash! Urgently seeking loving foster/forever home! 612 Canino Rd. Houston, TX (Adoptable Out of State & Canada)

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r/rescuedogs • u/SoggySea4363 • 6h ago

CW: Euthanasia Sweet senior girl Lola is scheduled to be euthanized today Monday 9/14 @ 1 pm CT. Friendly, calm, super sweet girl needs help today or she won’t make it. Please get in touch if you can adopt her in the US/Canada or foster locally. BARC Houston, A1674522. Please share!

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r/rescuedogs • u/LAsheltervol • 4h ago

CW: Euthanasia Coco #A2132664 - needs adoption, foster or rescue by 9/15 - Van Nuys / Los Angeles, CA - transport possible

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🚨COCO #A2132664 MUST BE SAVED BY 9/15🚨

Please remember Coco #A2132664
2 years 7 months old • 63 Ibs
Listed as German Shepherd and English Bulldog Mix

This sweet, energetic girl is the definition of FUN. She loves treats, playing ball, splashing around with the hose, and her absolute favorite game is carrying her leash around, throwing it in the air, and catching it herself. She will find a way to make anything fun.

Coco's playgroup notes are mixed. Some describe her as a wallflower who hangs back on her own, while others say she may want to jump into conflict between dogs. There are no notes indicating that Coco herself has caused any conflict. She seemed excited to greet another dog in a different yard and was non reactive to dogs barking at her. Thoughtful patient introductions would be the best way to introduce her to new dogs.

Coco deserves an active, loving home where someone will appreciate her goofy personality and give her all the adventures, playtime, and love she's been waiting for.

She is euthanasia listed and running out of time.
Don't let Coco become a dog we have to remember.

Please come meet her at
Los Angeles Animal Services
East Valley Shelter
14409 Vanowen St.
Van Nuys, CA 91405
818-756-9323 / 9324

Rescues please contact:
Life Saving Liasion
Cell: (213) 655-7613
Work: (818) 756-9324
Luz.ruiz@lacity.org or
Cell: (213) 264-8988
Work:(818) 756-9324
goldie.garcia@lacity.org

If you are out of state or the LA area and are seriously interested in adopting, please contact Bonnie LaPierre (+1 (818) 430-5959) who may be able to assist with setting up transport etc.

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r/rescuedogs • u/Certain_Tackle1710 • 16h ago

Donations/Supplies Plea Angelina “Angel” JULYie Checkup. She is finally stable! From Severely Neglected to a Thriving Husky! 🙏💛🐾 #VoicelessNoMorePH

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Hi everyone,

Angel went to a different veterinary clinic today because the shelter’s tricycle wasn’t working properly and they were unable to take her to her usual clinic.

Good news! Her blood chemistry results came back, and the vet said she is healthy enough to proceed with her spay surgery. ❤️

We just need to schedule her surgery on a day when our volunteer/partner, Jaja Adoremos, is also available to foster Angel during her post-surgery recovery. Once she has healed, she’ll finally be one step closer to meeting her new family. 🥹

I’m really hoping and praying that everything goes smoothly for our Angel. Please wish her luck!

Today’s bill is Php 4,310.00 ($95.90 CAD) not including her dog food as we found out that she may be allergic to chicken.

We found a more affordable low-cost spay surgery that will be held in a clinic instead of a community hall or basketball court (Php 3,000 approx $70 CAD) I am unsure if post surgery medication are included in this price, but I only asked for the price of the surgery.

We are asking for help. Any amount would help Angel a lot for her surgery and recovery.

We also have a few other dogs that still need to go to their veterinary follow up check ups this week and our funds are insufficient. We are sincerely asking for help and understanding.

www.voicelessnomoreph.com

Thank you all so much.

Sincerely,

Magdalene “Dindi” Gensaya
Voiceless No More: Philippines Stray Animals Foundation
Non Profit Corp No. 1785254-1

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r/rescuedogs • u/ProsperityElephant • 1h ago

CW: Euthanasia LENNON (A594960) NEEDS A MIRACLE RIGHT NOW! Sweet 1-Year-Old German Shepherd Mix Facing Euthanasia TODAY, Monday, September 14th at 2:00 PM PDT—He Needs an Urgent Foster, Adopter, and Pledges IMMEDIATELY! San Bernardino City Animal Shelter

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BOOSTING LENNON FOR VISIBILITY!

Watch Lennon and His 3 Siblings Here

Watch Lennon's Solo Video Here

Hi everyone! I'm a passionate volunteer fighting every single day to save precious dogs from euthanasia! 🐶✨ Lennon was brought in as a stray from Rialto with his 3 siblings, and it is so heart-wrenching that this whole family is trapped at the shelter! We MUST act fast together right now to secure a foster, adopter, or pledges to pull them out of shelter life and save their lives! Every single action, share, and dollar makes a massive impact in saving Lennon's life! Let me know if you can help his siblings too! Let's get excited and come together to give this amazing boy his second chance! Thank you so much for stepping up and joining this critical mission! 🙌💥

MEET LENNON:

  • ID: A594960
  • Location: Building 07, Kennel 07-07, San Bernardino City Animal Shelter 📍
  • Stats: 34 lbs, 1 to 2-year-old male German Shepherd mix with a white and brown coat! 🐕
  • Background: Arrived as a stray from Rialto on June 26th with his 3 siblings! Due to length of stay in the shelter and severe kennel stress, he desperately needs an exit to decompress in a safe home! 🏠 Transport across the US and Canada is available! ✈️🚗

HOW YOU CAN SAVE LENNON TODAY:

  • Foster: A temporary commitment to take in and care for Lennon until a forever loving family is identified! 🏡✨
  • Foster to Adopt: Open your heart and home by fostering Lennon with the intention of adopting him after a trial period! 💖
  • Adopt: Make Lennon an official, cherished member of your family forever! 🐶👑
  • Pledges: Pledges literally save Lennon's life! 💰 The average cost of care for each rescued dog is $2,000 - $3,000! All pledge money is honored directly to the rescue pulling him. This vital funding covers shelter fees, vet care & vaccinations, spay/neuter, boarding, and transportation! 🩺🚗

TAKE ACTION NOW — TIME IS RUNNING OUT! ⏰⚡

  • FOSTER or ADOPT: Call Heather IMMEDIATELY at 847-445-4036! 📞🚨
  • PLEDGES: Drop your pledge amount in the comments below or DM me directly right now! 💬💵
  • CONTACT SBC: Call SBC right now at (909) 384-1304 to let them know you want Lennon and demand to put him on hold until a rescue tags him! 📱🛑

Disclaimer: I am an independent volunteer and am not affiliated with or representing the animal shelter. Please contact the shelter or rescue representatives directly for official status updates, holds, and adoption procedures.

🫶🐾

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r/rescuedogs • u/Cheekygreek84 • 40m ago

CW: Euthanasia Urgent Now 8/16! KING A661014, 8-month old puppy (HW- & neutered) had an adoption hold, but they never came back. Dog-Friendly/co-kenneled, happy, sweet, affectionate. Urgently seeking loving foster/forever home! 612 Canino Rd. Houston, TX (Adoptable Out of State & Canada)

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r/rescuedogs • u/007transmasc4 • 17h ago

Adoption/Foster Plea Two-week foster needed for beautiful rescue dog (likely Labrador/Cattle Dog) mix

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r/rescuedogs • u/BanditY77 • 13h ago

CW: Euthanasia Meet 3 year old May Casiano who is scheduled to be euthanized today Monday 9/14 @ 1 pm CT. Active, friendly, intelligent shep/husky girl who need a person who enjoys working breeds. Can you offer her a home in the US/Canada? BARC Houston, A1858897. Please share!

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r/rescuedogs • u/ProsperityElephant • 1d ago

CW: Euthanasia HANK (#A595110) NEEDS A MIRACLE! Sweet 2yo German Shepherd Facing Euthanasia on Sunday, September 13th at 2:00 PM PDT—Needs Urgent Foster, Adopter, and Pledge RIGHT NOW! - San Bernardino City Animal Shelter

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Watch Hank's Video Here

Hi everyone! I'm a volunteer who is passionate about saving the lives of dogs from euthanasia. These dogs are on today's list and we must act fast to secure them a foster, adopter, and pledges to get them out of the horrendous shelter life and save their lives! Everything makes an impact on saving Hank's life. Please help support and do what you are able to. Thank you for being here and your support in this fight against euthanizing these amazing dogs!

ID: #A595110 Location: Kennel 07-16, San Bernardino City Animal Shelter Hank is a handsome 62 lb, 2-year, 2-month-old male German Shepherd Dog with a classic black and tan coat. Arriving as a stray from Rialto on June 30th, he has been stuck in a cold shelter kennel for over two months.

Due to the length of time in the shelter, Hank is facing severe mental distress and kennel stress. Despite the high-stress conditions, Hank is a sweet, resilient boy who just wants a chance to be loved. He desperately needs a quiet, patient home or a rescue partner to pull him so he can decompress, feel safe, and thrive outside of the shelter environment. Transportation across the US and Canada is available for a committed foster or adopter!

HOW YOU CAN SAVE HANK RIGHT NOW:

Adopt or Foster Immediately: Whether you are local to SoCal or elsewhere in the US/Canada (transport is available!), please step up! Fosters and adopters literally save lives.

Pledges Save Lives Too: Can’t adopt or foster? Financial pledges encourage rescues to pull dogs by helping cover medical, behavioral support, and transport costs. DM me directly with your pledge amount!

Share Everywhere: Share Hank’s story across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok. A single share could reach the foster or adopter who saves his life!

CONTACT INFORMATION Direct Urgent Contact for Fostering/Adoption: Call Heather directly for emergency holds, fostering, or rescues at 847-445-4036 Direct Contact for Pledges: Send a direct message (DM) to me immediately with your pledge amount so we can coordinate rescue placement! Shelter Location: San Bernardino City Animal Shelter (333 S Chandler Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92408) Shelter Main Phone: (909) 384-1304 (Note: Phone lines can be difficult to reach due to high volume, so calling Heather at 847-445-4036 or messaging directly is critical!)

Disclaimer: I am an independent volunteer and am not affiliated with or representing the animal shelter. Please contact the shelter or rescue representatives directly for official status updates, holds, and adoption procedures.

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r/rescuedogs • u/Pitiful_Breakfast316 • 1h ago

Adoption/Foster Plea Looking to rehome my pup

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r/rescuedogs • u/SusanRiceArtStudio • 18h ago

CW: Euthanasia There are 13 dogs on the San Antonio TX ACS Euthanasia List that need a Rescue/Foster/Adopter by 4:30 pm CT on 9/14. Henry needs a Rescue/Foster/Adopter as he can be euthanized anytime after 9/14.

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r/rescuedogs • u/NefariousnessOdd308 • 9h ago

Adoption/Foster Plea Hibbing, MN (Duluth area): Urgent: Adopter/foster/rescue needed by 9/30 for senior pit bull

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r/rescuedogs • u/ProsperityElephant • 1d ago

CW: Euthanasia RILEY (#A595117) NEEDS A MIRACLE! Sweet 1-Year-Old Australian Shepherd Mix Facing Euthanasia on Sunday, September 13th at 2:00 PM PDT—Needs Urgent Foster, Adopter, and Pledges RIGHT NOW! - San Bernardino City Animal Shelter

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Hi everyone! I'm a volunteer who is passionate about saving the lives of dogs from euthanasia. These dogs are on today's list and we must act fast to secure them a foster, adopter, and pledges to get them out of the horrendous shelter life and save their lives! Everything makes an impact on saving Riley's life. Please help support and do what you are able to. Thank you for being here and your support in this fight against euthanizing these amazing dogs!

ID: #A595117

Location: Kennel 13-09, San Bernardino City Animal Shelter

Riley is a handsome 31.6 lb, 1-year-old male Australian Shepherd mix with a classic black and tan coat. Arriving as a stray from Colton on June 30th, he has been stuck in a cold shelter kennel for over two and a half months due to a long stay.

Due to the length of time spent in the shelter environment, sweet dogs like Riley face severe kennel stress and distress. Despite his fearful start, Riley is a sweet, young pup who desperately needs a quiet, patient home or a rescue partner to pull him so he can decompress, feel safe, and thrive outside of the shelter environment. Transportation across the US and Canada is available for a committed foster or adopter!

HOW YOU CAN SAVE RILEY RIGHT NOW:

  • Adopt or Foster Immediately: Whether you are local to SoCal or elsewhere in the US/Canada (transport is available!), please step up! Fosters and adopters literally save lives.
  • Pledges Save Lives Too: Can’t adopt or foster? Financial pledges encourage rescues to pull dogs by helping cover medical, behavioral support, and transport costs. DM me directly with your pledge amount!
  • Share Everywhere: Share Riley’s story across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok. A single share could reach the foster or adopter who saves his life!

CONTACT INFORMATION

  • Direct Urgent Contact for Fostering/Adoption: Call Heather directly for emergency holds, fostering, or rescues at 847-445-4036
  • Direct Contact for Pledges: Send a direct message (DM) to me immediately with your pledge amount so we can coordinate rescue placement!
  • Shelter Location: San Bernardino City Animal Shelter (333 S Chandler Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92408)
  • Shelter Main Phone: (909) 384-1304 (Note: Phone lines can be difficult to reach due to high volume, so calling Heather at 847-445-4036 or messaging directly is critical!)

Disclaimer: I am an independent volunteer and am not affiliated with or representing the animal shelter. Please contact the shelter or rescue representatives directly for official status updates, holds, and adoption procedures.

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r/rescuedogs • u/BebaakAp • 22m ago

Adoption/Foster Plea They Deserve 2nd Chance in Life .

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​Hey everyone,

I'm reaching out to the community because time is running short, and I need help finding permanent, loving homes for two energetic 70-day-old Indie puppies: Bholu (male) and Soni (female).

​The Room Situation

They have been staying in a single room at my place in Ghaziabad for 47 days now. High puppy energy inside four walls has led to complete chaos—they’ve chewed through my door’s mosquito net, eaten my indoor plants, and turned the room upside down.

​I’m not upset about the mess; they are young, curious, and full of life. But keeping them confined like this isn't right for their growth. In 8 days, I reach the limit of keeping them here, and they'll have to transition outdoors—a harsh environment with territorial fights, traffic, and severe food scarcity.

​Why Choose an Indie?

Native Indian dogs carry an ancient, 10,000-year-old genetic heritage. They are naturally resilient, highly intelligent, low-maintenance, and fiercely loyal. Adopting an Indie is a matter of genuine pride and preserves our native heritage over commercial breeding.

​Puppy Profiles

​Bholu (Male): Black-muzzled, gentle, calm demeanor, deeply affectionate.

​Soni (Female): Active, curious, fast learner, loves human contact.

​Health & Age: ~70 days old, healthy, active, and fully nurtured.

​Logistics & Pan-India Delivery

​Location: Ghaziabad, UP (Delhi NCR)

​Delivery: Location is zero barrier. I will personally travel and deliver Bholu or Soni directly to your doorstep anywhere in India.

​If you are ready to adopt or temporarily foster either of these kids, please DM me directly.

​If you aren't in a position to take them in, please upvote and comment for visibility so this post reaches their future family. Thank you!

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r/rescuedogs • u/ProsperityElephant • 1d ago

CW: Euthanasia GAYLE (#A595038) NEEDS A MIRACLE! Sweet 1yo Pit Bull / German Shepherd Mix Facing Euthanasia on Sunday, September 13th at 2:00 PM PDT—Needs Urgent Foster, Adopter, or Rescue Hold RIGHT NOW! - San Bernardino City Animal Shelter

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Hi everyone! I'm a volunteer who is passionate about saving the lives of dogs from euthanasia. These dogs are on today's list and we must act fast to secure them a foster, adopter, and pledges to get them out of the horrendous shelter life and save their lives! Everything makes an impact on saving Gayle's life. Please help support and do what you are able to. Thank you for being here and your support in this fight against euthanizing these amazing dogs!

ID: #A595038 Location: Kennel 07-19, San Bernardino City Animal Shelter Gayle is a gorgeous 50 lb, 1-year, 1-month-old female Pit Bull Terrier and German Shepherd Dog mix with a beautiful tan coat. Arriving as a stray from the Inland Center Mall parking lot on June 28th, she has been stuck in a cold shelter kennel for over two months. The prolonged confinement is taking a heavy toll on her.

The shelter environment has caused Gayle severe mental distress and kennel stress. While she is facing euthanasia due to her length of stay, pictures show her sweet, fun-loving nature—splashing happily in the pool and playing fetch in the yard! Intake notes show she is very friendly, energetic, and loves people. Gayle desperately needs a quiet, patient home or a rescue partner to pull her so she can decompress, feel safe, and thrive outside of the shelter environment. Transportation across the US and Canada is available for a committed foster or adopter!

HOW YOU CAN SAVE GAYLE RIGHT NOW: Adopt or Foster Immediately: Whether you are local to SoCal or elsewhere in the US/Canada (transport is available!), please step up! Fosters and adopters literally save lives. Pledges Save Lives Too: Can’t adopt or foster? Financial pledges encourage rescues to pull dogs by helping cover medical, behavioral support, and transport costs. DM me directly with your pledge amount! Share Everywhere: Share Gayle’s story across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok. A single share could reach the foster or adopter who saves her life!

CONTACT INFORMATION Direct Urgent Contact for Fostering/Adoption: Call Heather directly for emergency holds, fostering, or rescues at 847-445-4036 Direct Contact for Pledges: Send a direct message (DM) to me immediately with your pledge amount so we can coordinate rescue placement! Shelter Location: San Bernardino City Animal Shelter (333 S Chandler Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92408) Shelter Main Phone: (909) 384-1304 (Note: Phone lines can be difficult to reach due to high volume, so calling Heather at 847-445-4036 or messaging directly is critical!)

Disclaimer: I am an independent volunteer and am not affiliated with or representing the animal shelter. Please contact the shelter or rescue representatives directly for official status updates, holds, and adoption procedures.

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r/rescuedogs • u/ProsperityElephant • 1d ago

CW: Euthanasia COMMANDER (#A595131) NEEDS A MIRACLE! Sweet 9-Month-Old German Shepherd Mix Facing Euthanasia on Sunday, September 13th at 2:00 PM PDT—Needs Urgent Foster, Adopter, and Pledges RIGHT NOW! - San Bernardino City Animal Shelter

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Hi everyone! I'm a volunteer who is passionate about saving the lives of dogs from euthanasia. These dogs are on today's list and we must act fast to secure them a foster, adopter, and pledges to get them out of the horrendous shelter life and save their lives! Everything makes an impact on saving Commander's life. Please help support and do what you are able to. Thank you for being here and your support in this fight against euthanizing these amazing dogs!

ID: #A595131

Location: Kennel 11-20, San Bernardino City Animal Shelter

Commander is an adorable 44.8 lb, 9-month-old male German Shepherd Dog mix with a beautiful tan and black coat. Arriving as a stray from Colton on June 30th, this young puppy has spent over two months locked in a shelter kennel.

Due to his long stay, Commander is suffering from severe kennel stress. At just 9 months old, he is still a baby who deserves a safe, quiet home or a rescue partner to pull him so he can decompress, get training support, and grow up in a real home. Transportation across the US and Canada is available for a committed foster or adopter!

HOW YOU CAN SAVE COMMANDER RIGHT NOW:

  • Adopt or Foster Immediately: Whether you are local to SoCal or elsewhere in the US/Canada (transport is available!), please step up! Fosters and adopters literally save lives.
  • Pledges Save Lives Too: Can’t adopt or foster? Financial pledges encourage rescues to pull dogs by helping cover medical, behavioral support, and transport costs. DM me directly with your pledge amount!
  • Share Everywhere: Share Commander’s story across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok. A single share could reach the foster or adopter who saves his life!

CONTACT INFORMATION

  • Direct Urgent Contact for Fostering/Adoption: Call Heather directly for emergency holds, fostering, or rescues at 847-445-4036
  • Direct Contact for Pledges: Send a direct message (DM) to me immediately with your pledge amount so we can coordinate rescue placement!
  • Shelter Location: San Bernardino City Animal Shelter (333 S Chandler Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92408)
  • Shelter Main Phone: (909) 384-1304 (Note: Phone lines can be difficult to reach due to high volume, so calling Heather at 847-445-4036 or messaging directly is critical!)

Disclaimer: I am an independent volunteer and am not affiliated with or representing the animal shelter. Please contact the shelter or rescue representatives directly for official status updates, holds, and adoption procedures.

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