The Dog House Rescue is the pet project of two dog lovers that wandered into a municipal animal shelter to pick up one new family member and left with seven. Like much of the public, we had mistakenly believed that most shelters are able to provide a no-kill haven for homeless animals. Due to overcrowding, the euthanasia rate at that facility alone is 80%. With the average dog having less than one week to find an adopter, it is easy to find great dogs who were simply born in an unfortunate geographic area.
We exist to help bridge the gap between loving homes seeking good citizen companions and good natured dogs looking for an opportunity to show their stuff. Those that have found themselves in a shelter (through no fault of their own) and would otherwise be euthanized for space are given medical treatment, spayed/neutered, and trained so that they may continue to be good citizens in their forever families.
All residents at The Dog House are considered family for life. We understand that personal tragedies happen. If a Dog House member is ever unable to continue in their adopted home, they are welcomed back with open arms. Having already survived the shelter once, our promise to them is to never be homeless again.
Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.
13120 Companion Court
Reno, NV 89511
Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.
Northern Nevada
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We get to know each one of our dogs personally during their training with us and strive to put the right dog, in the right home, the first time. Please understand that multiple families are often applying at the same time and it is our responsibility to match each dog with the best fit possible.
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555 US Hwy 395 N,
Washoe Valley,
NV
89704
950 U.S. Hwy 395 S.,
Gardnerville,
NV
89460
3705 Highway 50 West,
Silver Springs,
NV
89429
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