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Small Breed Rescue of Southern California

Animal rescue in Vista, CA

Small Breed Rescue of Southern California is an all-volunteer, non-profit, foster based organization funded by donations. We are dedicated to rescuing small breed dogs, small reptiles and select exotic pets primarily from public shelters and other rescues. Being committed to keeping administrative expenses low, virtually every dollar received goes directly to the care of the animals.

Our rescue is uniquely structured to rehabilitate animals who are at high risk of euthanasia due to manageable behavioral challenges, such as dogs who are declining in a shelter environment or reptiles / exotics that have not been properly handled over their lifetime. We develop relationships to accommodate these specific assistance needs, which is what differentiates us from other rescue organizations.

We have assembled a foster team that consists of experienced individuals who bring particular skills from the animal welfare industry. This enables us to grow, educate and enrich our foster community in a manner that supports our specific needs and those of our animals.

Our group remains interested in and committed to the welfare of the animals beyond the adoption process by providing education, training tips, resource references, and an open door policy to our adopters.

Contact Michelle Meschko
Address
Vista, CA 92083
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Adoptable pets at Small Breed Rescue of Southern California

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Maisy

Miniature Pinscher/Chihuahua

Female, Adult
Vista, CA
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Grimbolina Pretzel

Snake

Male, Young
Vista, CA
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Clover

Snake

Female Young
Vista, CA
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Cheeta

Gecko

Female Young
Vista, CA
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Dasher

Lizard

Female Adult
Vista, CA
Special Needs
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Maribel

Chihuahua

Female, Senior
Vista, CA

Rescue FAQs

San Diego County

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Approve Application
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

Application links are individual to each animals and will be provided in the adoption summary.

Adoption application

https://www.smallbreedrescue.org/Home/Adoptions

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Creamy

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Penny

Domestic Longhair

Female, Senior
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Bingo

Australian Cattle Dog

Female, 1 yr 8 mos
Ramona, CA
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Biteeno

Hamster

Male
Imperial Beach, CA
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Vienna & Mocha

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Newport Beach, CA
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MISSY

Siberian Husky

Female, Adult
Tustin, CA

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