Dog Rescue

Find out about Dog Rescue in your area, what you can do to help and learn about what others are doing to get dogs into a safe, healthy environment.For many dogs out there, adoption is the only option. Dog shelters are full of abandoned, lonely dogs who dream of having a family of their own. But, can you be sure that adopting a dog is the right choice for you? Petguide.com’s Dog Rescue blog covers important topics for all people looking to adopt a dog, whether it’s advice and help, or connecting owner-less dogs with loving parents through or our Adoptable Dog of the Week action.

It doesn’t matter if you are looking to adopt a specific dog breed or an adorable mutt, Petguide.com’s Dog Rescue guides on dog adoption will help you prepare for the process. Find out what are the requirements for dog adoption and which mistakes not to make when adopting a dog. If you’re worried about choosing a pup with your heart rather than with your head, read our emotional story on making the right choice.

Even if you’re not in a position to adopt a dog, there are numerous ways of helping dog shelters and rescues, both locally and globally. Learn more about how to help pups in need and their rescuers, whether it’s volunteering at the local shelter or making crafts. Read inspirational adoption stories, both from our contributors and Hollywood celebrities, and have a look at adorable pooches waiting at a shelter near you. Sometimes, the only thing you can do is spread the word, so feel free to share tales about adoptable dogs to your friends on social media. Who knows, you might turn out to be a purrfect matchmaker!

Being involved in Dog Rescue helps your community and dogs in need a forever home. Find out about Dog Rescue in your area, what you can do to help and learn about what others are doing to get dogs into a safe, healthy environment.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Krumpus

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Krumpus, a 3 years old Hound and Shar Pei mix from Brookhaven, Mississippi. He is neutered, vaccinated and dewormed!

Adoptable Dog of the Week - Ruckus

Are you looking for a laid-back, lazy, quiet four-legged bestie to share your life with? Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Ruckus, a 6 year old Shepherd mix from Lewiston, Maine.

Adoptable Dog of the Week - Magoo

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Magoo, a 4 years old Great Dane from Salem, Oregon.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Chipper

Chipper is a chip off the old block – which makes him a perfect pooch to spotlight as our Adoptable Dog of the Week! He is an adult male Silky Terrier…

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Kenzie

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Kenzie, a one-year-old Catahoula Leopard mix from Salt Lake City, Utah. She is spayed, trained, and vaccinated.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Dozer

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Dozer, an adorable 3 years old mutt from Lansing, Michigan. He is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on his vaccines.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Titan

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Titan, a 2 years old Labrador Retriever and Hound mix from Bloomington, Illinois. He is neutered and vaccinated.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week: Sonic

The perfect little bundle of joy – that pretty much sums up Sonic, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Sonic is a young Chihuahua Mix from Grand Rapids, Mic…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Honey

Just as sweet as her name, Honey is our Adoptable Dog of the Week. A purebred White German Shepherd, she's a 10 year old from Hookset, New Hampshire.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Zoe

Zoe is fun and frisky - and she's also our Adoptable Dog of the Week! She's a young Australian Shepherd mix looking for a family in Atlanta, Georgia.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Daisy D

Well howdy-do, Miss Daisy D! This adorable flower is our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Daisy D hails is an adult Papillon from San Antonio, Texas.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Alanna

We’d like to introduce you to Alanna, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Alanna is a young female Boxer mix from Elyria, OH. She is alre…

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Gemma

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Gemma, a one and a half year old Pitbull and Lab mix from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She is trained, vaccinated, and spayed.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Shiloh

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Shiloh, a 2 years old Shiba Inu and Shepherd mix from Ballston Spa, New York. He is neutered, current on his vaccines, and knows basic commands.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Judge

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Judge, a 2 years old Labrador Retriever mix from Lincoln, Nebraska. He is neutered and up to date with his shots.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Quinn

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is charming Quinn, a little over a year old Border Collie and Australian Cattle Dog mix from Columbia, Missouri.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Francis

Young, handsome and available – Francis is an eligible bachelor who’s looking for some love. And that’s why he’s our Adoptable Dog of…

Adoptable Dog of the Week - Nacho

If you lack some fun in your life, this goofy boy is more than ready to provide it! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Nacho, a 2 year old Labrador Retriever from Salt Lake City, Utah.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Hugo

Hugo, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, has a huge heart to go along with his huge personality. He is a young Pitbull Terrier from Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Adoptable Dog of the Week - Blitzen

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Blitzen, a little over one year old Labrador Retriever mix from Dayton, Ohio.

Adoptable Dog of the Week-Harley

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Harley, a one year old Basset Hound and Terrier mix with unique facial markings from Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Stormy

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Stormy, a 3 and a half years old Husky mix from Lake Odessa, Michigan. She is spayed and vaccinated.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Bogey

Feeling down? Let Bogey, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, chase those blue thoughts away! A comic canine, Bogey is an adult male Boxer living in Boise, Idaho.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Teela

We've partnered with Adoptapet.com and we'll feature a new dog that can't wait to find its forever home. This week's dog is Teela, a senior Chihuahua Mix.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Muesli

Meet Muesli, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Muesli is residing in McKinney, TX and can’t wait to to find his forever home. This pure…

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Booser

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Booser, a 3 years old Great Pyrenees and Labrador Retriever mix from Minot, North Dakota. He is neutered and vaccinated.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Kay Kay

We're suckers for a cute little butt, and Corgis have the best behinds in the dog world. That's why we've picked Kay Kay as our Adoptable Dog of the Week.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Obi

This gorgeous chocolate Lab mix from Kansas is the ideal pet for families! He gets along with cats, dogs, and young kids, and has the sweetest personality.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Brownie

Brownie is our Adoptable Dog of the Week. An adult female German Wirehaired Pointer Mix, she's waiting for her forever home in Dodson, Montana.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Rocky

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Rocky, a 1.5 to 2 years old Siberian Husky and Catahoula Leopard Dog mix from Chariton, Iowa.

Adoptable Dog of the Week-Maxim

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Maxim, a 4 years old Australian Shepherd mix from Baltimore, Maryland. He's neutered, vaccinated and ready for adoption!

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Charlo

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Charlo, a 4 years old purebred Golden Retriever from Beverly Hills, California. He is neutered and housebroken.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Tara

Meet Tara, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. She is a 1-year-old Papillon Mix from Milpitas, CA. Tara is already spayed, housetrained, up to…

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Lucy

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Lucy, a 4 years old Maremma Sheepdog from Augusta, Maine. She is spayed, vaccinated, and knows basic commands.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Trix

Silly humans, Trix is for kids... and families... and everybody! This adorable young American Staffordshire Terrier Mix hails from Chestertown, Maryland.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Emmy

Please meet Emmy, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Emmy is a female adult Shepherd mix from Baton Rouge, LA. She is already spayed, housetra…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Sheba

Say “Hello” to Sheba, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Sheba is an adult female German Shepherd from Montgomery, Alabama. She’s already spaye…

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Cooper

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Cooper, a 3-year-old Border Collie mix from Shelbyville, Kentucky. He's neutered, vaccinated, and house trained.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Speckles

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Speckles, a 4 years old Labrador Retriever mix from Austin, Texas. He is neutered, vaccinated, and ready for a new home.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Mackenzie

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Mackenzie, a 3 to 4 years old Pug mix from Bedford, New Hampshire. This adorable little girl is spayed and vaccinated.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Darby

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Darby, a 7 years old American Pit Bull Terrier mix from Phoenix, Arizona. She is spayed, vaccinated and housetrained.

Adoptable Dog of the Week-Mac

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Mac, a 5 yo handsome mutt from Stratham, New Hampshire. This big fella is neutered and vaccinated and ready for a new home.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Bogey

Are you looking to add an active and fun-loving boy to your home? If so, this is the boy for you! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Bogey, a 5-year-old German…

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Huck

Do you want a furry best friend that will think you're the center of his universe? Meet Huck, an adorable 4 year old mutt from Portland, Oregon.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Shanghai

You’ve got to love Shanghai, an adorable mop of fur who happens to be our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Shanghai is a 1.5-year-old male Shih Tzu and Bruss…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Foxy

Foxy is a young female Whippet mix from Cedartown, Georgia. She is spayed, up to date on vaccinations, microchipped, and good with dogs, cats and kids.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Watson

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Watson, a 3 to 4 years old Terrier mix from Fort Collins, Colorado. He is neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Maude

Meet Maude, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Maude is an adult female English Bulldog from Decatur, Illinois. She’s already spayed, housetrained, purebre…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Dirk

Dirk, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, doesn't let being deaf ruin his good time! Dirk is a male Jack Russell and Pointer mix living in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Kris

Cuddle up with adorable Kris, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. He's a 1-year-old male Chihuahua from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Inspector Gadget

We're on the case of finding Inspector Gadget a new home! Inspector Gadget is an adult male Terrier mix from Shelbyville, Kentucky.

Adoptable Dog of the Week - Winnie

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Winnie, a year old Pitbull Terrier and Great Dane mix from Dayton, Ohio. She is spayed and working on her training with Dayton Dog Training Club volunteers.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Frankie

Sweet, fun, and as charming as they come, this cutie patootie would love to join your family! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Frankie, a 2.5 years old Ameri…

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Spunky-Sprout

Meet Spunky-Sprout, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. This young lady is a Whippet and Hound mix from Miami, FL. She’s already spayed,…

Adoptable Dog of the Week-Ollie

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Ollie, a 5 years old Blue Heeler (Australian Cattle Dog) mix from Lincoln, Nebraska. He is neutered and vaccinated.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Loki

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Loki, a 6 years old American Pit Bull Terrier mix from Columbus, Mississippi. He is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Rosa

You’ll fall in love with Rosa, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Rosa is a blind adult Rat Terrier from Atlanta, GA. She is already spayed, housetrained,…

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Bandit

If you like a challenge, you’ll love this feisty fella! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Bandit, a 2 years old Blue Heeler and Australian Shepherd mix,…

Adoptable Dog of the Week-Poochy

Are you ready to meet your new best friend? Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Poochy, a 3-year-old Husky from Columbus, Ohio.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Kailo

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Kailo, a 2.5 years old Australian Shepherd from Minot, North Dakota. He is neutered, microchhiped, and vaccinated.