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Hounds in Pounds

Dog rescue in WAYNE, NJ

The mission of Hounds in Pounds (HIP), is to end the daily killing of thousands of adoptable dogs in the United States. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in New Jersey and Georgia and we rely 100% on donations.

HIP has a multi-faceted approach to achieving our mission, combining rescue, adoption, spay/neuter outreach and public education. Dogs rescued by Hounds in Pounds are transported to private veterinarians for proper medical treatment, where they are vetted, spayed/neutered, vaccinated, micro-chipped and tested for heartworm before being placed into new, loving homes. We work as a team, communicating from sunrise to sundown to manage the many moving pieces that make our work successful.

Each dog we pull to safety is a member of our family and is treated with the utmost love and respect. We are a lifeline for thousands of dogs that otherwise wouldn’t stand a chance. Many of the dogs we rescue are cases that no one else will take, as our motto at HIP is to “never say never”. To be clear, we are working for them. These dogs are our heroes, and we look to them for hope, inspiration and sometimes the strength to keep going. We also consider our followers, donors, adopters, rescue partners and the rescue community a direct extension of our team. Without each of these moving parts, Hounds in Pounds wouldn’t be able to do what we do.

As one can imagine, the costs associated with running an operation of this magnitude are extraordinary. We fulfill our mission by collaborating with local shelters, veterinarians, boarding facilities, transporters, and local businesses, and through the generosity of donors and supporters. It is thanks to our dedicated volunteers and the benevolent donations of our HIP family of supporters that any of this is possible.

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WAYNE, NJ 07470
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Adoptable pets at Hounds in Pounds

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
WAYNE, NJ
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Biggie

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
WAYNE, NJ
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Macho Man Randy Savage

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
WAYNE, NJ
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Paisley

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female
WAYNE, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Betty Crocker's adoption status with email updates.
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Betty Crocker

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 5 yrs 2 mos
WAYNE, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Tito's adoption status with email updates.
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Tito

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
WAYNE, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Smalls's adoption status with email updates.
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Smalls

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
WAYNE, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Nutty Buddy's adoption status with email updates.
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Nutty Buddy

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 6 mos
WAYNE, NJ

Rescue FAQs

Our adoption areas include: Georgia, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Maine, Vermont, Virginia, Delaware, Maryland, the District of Columbia, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Meet the Pet

Additional adoption info

Our mission is to find the best possible homes for the animals in our care. Many of them have been through severe hardship, mistreatment or neglect, and that makes it even more important that we do our best for them. This means that we have to have guidelines because not every adopter is right for every animal. We try to do right by every person who comes our way looking for a new family pet. But sometimes we have to say “no” to a potential adopter. Our animals do not have a say in where they go; since we speak for those who have no voice, we must do it well. Our rejection of an adoption application is no reflection on the adopter. Everyone who wants to adopt an animal from a shelter or rescue group is special because they open their homes to those in need. But, while we try to meet the needs of everyone, our clients are the animals. They have no one else. We appreciate your understanding.

Adoption application

https://houndsinpounds.com/available-dogs/

Pets at shelters & rescues near Hounds in Pounds

Whiskers and Wags-4-Adoption

North Plainfield, NJ 07063

Ramapo Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc.

2 Shelter Lane,
Oakland, NJ 07436

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

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Male
N. Babylon, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Spicy (and Esme)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Spicy (and Esme)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 mos
New York, NY
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Molly

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 5 yrs 5 mos
New York, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Ella's adoption status with email updates.
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Ella

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
Brooklyn, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Waylon's adoption status with email updates.
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Waylon

Belgian Shepherd/Husky

Male, 10 mos
New York, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Arthur Tatum Jr.'s adoption status with email updates.
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Arthur Tatum Jr.

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier/Shih Tzu

Male, 6 mos
Lake Hiawatha, NJ

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