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Real Good Dog Rescue

Dog rescue in Memphis, TN

We are an all volunteer rescue organization with NO physical facility. We depend on individuals to foster the dogs in their home. The rescue was started by a native Memphian who wanted to do as much as possible to reduce the number of fine pets euthanized annually at our high kill Memphis Animal Shelter. Over the past ten years, we have accepted a lot more found dogs and owner surrendered pets that never had to go to a shelter. We accept what we feel we can live with and find homes for. We can't do nearly enough until spay/neuter laws and responsible pet owners outnumber the irresponsible pet owners.

Contact Lisa Trenthem
Email ltrenthem@gmail.com
Phone (901) 276-7751
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Memphis, TN 38112
Donation donation buttons are found at realgooddogrescue.com
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Adoptable pets at Real Good Dog Rescue

We'll also keep you updated on Kris's adoption status with email updates.
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Kris

Spaniel (Unknown Type)

Female, Puppy
Memphis, TN
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Holly

Spaniel (Unknown Type)

Female, Puppy
Memphis, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Toby's adoption status with email updates.
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Toby

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Memphis, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Jade's adoption status with email updates.
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Jade

Blue Heeler

Female, Puppy
Memphis, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Orville's adoption status with email updates.
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Orville

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Male, Adult
Memphis, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Wilbur's adoption status with email updates.
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Wilbur

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Male, Adult
Memphis, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Lilly's adoption status with email updates.
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Lilly

Anatolian Shepherd/Husky

Female, Adult
Memphis, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Summer's adoption status with email updates.
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Summer

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Memphis, TN
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Rescue FAQs

We are physically located in Memphis,TN. We are hoping to expand our adoptions to the Northeast U.S. We now have two highly reliable commercial transport companies who safely transport WEEKLY to the northeast states. We offer home fostered pets rescued from shelters or the streets and we specialize in the smaller mixed breeds I call "Disney" dogs. We feel our foster program allows an excellent opportunity to match a pet to your needs and make a long distance adoption much less risky.

Additional adoption info

We have an online adoption application and this starts our process. Locally, we meet the adopter after approving the application to make sure everyone is compatible. For a long distance application to be approved, we rely heavily on a history of past pet care as verified by a veterinarian. Our adoption agreement states that the animal will be treated as a family member, given all necessary wellness care and emergency care and that if you are no longer able to care for the pet, you will notify the director of Real Good Dog Rescue about your need to rehome the pet.

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Pets at shelters & rescues near Real Good Dog Rescue

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500 South Loop Road, 500 Rushing Road,
West Memphis, AR 72301

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Munford, TN 38058

Blue Sky Dog Rescue

533 Desoto Rd,
Byhalia, MS 38611

We'll also keep you updated on Meli's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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Meli

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Memphis, TN
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Bella

Australian Shepherd

Female, Young
Byhalia, TN
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Special Needs
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Broc

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Olive Branch, MS
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CHARLESTON

American Bulldog

Male, Young
Olive Branch, MS
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Gritz

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 10 yrs
Atoka, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Milo's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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Milo

Kai Dog

Male, 2 yrs 10 mos
Memphis, TN

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