Dog rescue is not for the weak of heart. Every day, people come across dogs that appear lost, abandoned, or in need of help. Whether it’s a dog wandering alone in a neighborhood or a post shared online about a dog needing rescue, the instinct to help is often immediate. However, dog rescue is rarely as simple as it appears. While the desire to help comes from a good place, the process of safely rescuing and placing a dog often involves more coordination and planning than many

Rescue Barbie needs a vacation Anyone who has spent time around dog rescue quickly realizes that it often looks chaotic from the outside, if you think that's bad, you should see it from the inside! Dogs needing help appear suddenly. People jump in to assist. Information spreads quickly across social media. Rescues try to coordinate fosters, transportation, veterinary care, and sometimes safe capture—all at the same time. The reality is that dog rescue frequently operates und

Saved from a kill shelter in Los Angeles at 10 yrs old. Many people care deeply about animals and want to help when they see dogs in need. But one of the most common things I hear from people is, “I wish I could help, but I’m not a rescue.” The truth is that much of the work that helps dogs get off the street or out of shelters is done by everyday people who simply choose to step in and help. Over the 25 + years working with rescue dogs and behavior cases, I’ve seen how small