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RuffRiders Foundation

Dog rescue in Sparks, NV

RuffRiders is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to transporting at-risk dogs currently in kill shelters to humane no-kill shelters. Additionally, we promote education, foster, and adoption through local marketing efforts.

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Email ruffridersrescues@gmail.com
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Sparks, NV 89436
Donation Please donate on our homepage to help an at-risk dog in need!
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Adoptable pets at RuffRiders Foundation

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

Shiba Inu

Male, 10 yrs 8 mos
Sparks, NV
We'll also keep you updated on Shadow's adoption status with email updates.
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Shadow

Siberian Husky

Male, 8 yrs 8 mos
Sparks, NV
We'll also keep you updated on Sweetpea's adoption status with email updates.
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Sweetpea

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 11 yrs 1 mo
Sparks, NV

Rescue FAQs

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  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Interview
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Pay Fee
  • 7. Take the Pet Home

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Our adoption process is designed to ensure each dog is placed with the best homes possible.

Adoption application

http://ruffriders.org/adoptionapplication

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Pets at shelters & rescues near RuffRiders Foundation

Another Chance, Inc

PO Box 502,
Dayton, NV 89403

Lyon County Animal Services

3705 Highway 50 West,
Silver Springs, NV 89429

Pet Network Humane Society

401 Village Blvd,
Incline Village, NV 89451

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

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Great Pyrenees

Male, 1 mo
Reno, NV
We'll also keep you updated on Cleo's adoption status with email updates.
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Cleo

Siberian Husky/Husky

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos
Reno, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Jacko's adoption status with email updates.
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Jacko

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Great Pyrenees

Male, 9 mos
Carson City, NV
We'll also keep you updated on Apollo's adoption status with email updates.
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Apollo

German Shepherd Dog/Husky

Male, 6 yrs
Silver Springs, NV
We'll also keep you updated on Millie's adoption status with email updates.
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Millie

Cane Corso

Female, Adult
New Washoe City, NV
We'll also keep you updated on Penguin's adoption status with email updates.
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Penguin

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs 7 mos
Reno, NV

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