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Mutts and Runts Rescue

Dog rescue in Bakersfield, CA

Mutts and Runts Rescue was founded in 2017 after seeing the numerous strays, neglected and often abused animals in Bakersfield. Being a transplant, Brandi Reed was taken by surprise of the overpopulation of dogs and knew she needed to do something. In her first year, 100 dogs were placed into loving homes.

Our rescue dogs typically consist of strays and severe medical cases. With limited fosters and volunteers, our long term goals are to improve our community outreach and financially assist other rescues when they take in cases we aren't able to physically assist.

Mutts and Runts has extended to serve Reno, Nevada. Reno, having a large dog friendly community, has the opposite problem of Bakersfield- they don’t have enough dogs for people willing to adopt. Together, we’re able to help more dogs get their happy ending with loving families, additional support of fosters, volunteers, fundraising, and access to a wonderful rehab facility.

Contact Brandi Reed
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Bakersfield, CA 93311
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Adoptable pets at Mutts and Runts Rescue

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

Boxer

Female, 8 yrs 8 mos
Bakersfield, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Misty's adoption status with email updates.
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Misty

Border Collie

Female, Adult
Bakersfield, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Frank's adoption status with email updates.
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Frank

Siberian Husky

Male, 9 yrs
Bakersfield, CA

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

Additional adoption info

Application
Home Check
Meet and Greet
Adoption Fee Range from 150.00 to 325.00 depending on age

Pets at shelters & rescues near Mutts and Runts Rescue

Have-a-Heart Humane Society

Rescued Treasure Resale Store, 1121 West Valley Blvd., Suite A,
Tehachapi, CA 93561

Save Tehachapi's Orphaned Pets (STOP)

785 Tucker Road, Suite G-460,
Tehachapi, CA 93561

ALPHA Canine Sanctuary

P.O. Box 5517,
Bakersfield, CA 93388

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

Great Dane

Male, Young
Tehachapi, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Mr. Big's adoption status with email updates.
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Mr. Big

Great Dane

Male, 3 yrs 3 mos
Tehachapi, CA
We'll also keep you updated on *MONSE's adoption status with email updates.
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*MONSE

Chihuahua

Female, 2 yrs
Bakersfield, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Harper's adoption status with email updates.
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Harper

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 6 yrs 1 mo
Bakersfield, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Foxy's adoption status with email updates.
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Foxy

Pomeranian/Chihuahua

Female, 14 yrs 3 mos
Tehachapi, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Bobo's adoption status with email updates.
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Bobo

Great Dane/Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 10 mos
Tehachapi, CA

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