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Save Me Rescue is a registered non-profit charity dedicated to saving dogs and placing them in loving
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Our mission

Founded in 2012 Save Me Rescue, located in Southern Ontario, is one of many non-profit organizations dedicated to rescuing abandoned or otherwise homeless animals, (primarily dogs) from high-kill shelters predominantly around Canada and the United States. Additionally, Save Me Rescue focuses our efforts on providing foster homes for dogs whose owners are no longer able to care for the

m, in order to place them in the care of individually chosen families with whom they can bond and grow with in years to come. By effectively connecting and working alongside impossibly committed volunteers, dedicated foster homes, local veterinarians, diligent trainers and boarding facilities, Save Me is able to rescue, rehabilitate and relocate a large number of animals every year. Providing incoming animals with much-needed loving temporary care until we are able to find them carefully screened, well-matched forever homes is simply our pleasure. Formed after recognizing a need for an organization which specialized on the medical health and behavioural well-being of the dogs they rescued, Save Me also found an absence of support for the families behind their adoptions. This includes both the families surrendering dogs who often have no other choice but to turn to shelters or rescue groups for help, by ensuring that they feel supported in their decisions and reassuring them that their loved ones will be cared for in every sense of the word, and keeping in touch with the families who we have been lucky enough to meet through the adoption of one of our foster dogs. To further prevent this issue from occurring, Save Me Rescue decided very early on to also serve as a resource to communities and all pet owners by providing education and information on responsible pet ownership, including the importance of spaying and/or neutering your pet, positive behavior training, and proper nutrition.

09/19/2025

The heartwarming journey of two adorable scruffies as they make their escape from a Tennessee shelter and hitch a ride to their very own happily-ever-afters.

After nearly two days of travel, this unlikely duo arrive at their foster homes, where they shake things up as they each decide what they want out of life and future adopters.

"They are bound to steal hearts everywhere. Bo with his adorable underbite and Greta with her permanent wink!" - says an inside source at the shelter.

"Bo & Greta are two up and coming stars that are soon to hit the big time!" - says Save Me Dog Rescue

"Who doesn't love a sweet scruffy face? - cry movie critics

Coming soon to SAVEMEDOGRESCUE.CA Stay tuned for auditions of the role mom or dad in the sequel Forever Family ❤️🎥🎬🎞👨‍👩‍👧‍👧🐶

09/19/2025

End of week report card for Peaches.

She has wonderful grades overall but clearly prefers to work with a partner instead of on her own. She also has selective hearing, especially when called for recess on rainy days! "Nap Time" is also her favorite subject.

Peaches is currently accepting applications!
Visit SAVEMEDOGRESCUE.CA to read her full bio and/or apply.

09/18/2025

Peaches - AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

Frenchie - Female - 24 lbs - 6 yrs (approx.)

Location: Guelph

Sponsored by Deb

Peaches has the most soulful eyes, and her need for love is insatiable.

Peaches is warm and friendly and treats everyone as a potential friend. She walks right up and waits for her pet, often, she'll even stand for a little hug. She's a people person, has so much love to give.

She does well with other dogs (and cats too!) but doesn't really go out of her way to interact. She tends to do her own thing. She would do great living as an only dog, or with a passive dog that won't pester her when she's chewing bones or eating meals. She enjoys car rides, does pretty good on a leash and enjoys following everyone around as they go about things around the house. She's mostly interested in what her people are doing, and how she can join that (or win some head scratches, belly rubs or praise).

She spent the first 6 yrs as a breeder mama and has had a somewhat sheltered start to life. As she's discovering how wonderful it is to have affection, we're discovering that she has some separation anxiety. She paces when she can't find her foster mama, and will bark off and on if crated. She will require a family with someone home most of the time, but a family that will continue working to increase her comfort of being left home alone. While it is improving, this is a slow steady progress to showing her its ok to be without her idolized human. She will need someone who will make her feel secure but also try and help her build confidence and independence.

Peaches has gone to the office with her foster mom and did amazingly well. She napped quietly in her bed and was more than happy to greet people visiting the office.

She has met a few children while in public and was really good with them, but we think she'd do best with kids that are respectful. More so because she's just a calm, mostly slow-moving girl.

Her house training is coming along great, but she is not a fan of the grass, especially wet or long grass! She also won't be rushed. A lady likes to pick just the right spot for this sorta thing! She will need a fenced yard to allow her to freely go do her business (she just doesn't seem to focus on this while leashed). She is crate trained and keeps it clean overnight, and during the day if you need to go out.

Peaches does have some mild allergies, it appears to be seasonal, which is not uncommon for this breed. An adopter would need to be prepared for some medication to get through any rough patches. We are currently working to heal an allergy related sore on one of her front paws She also has some mild arthritis in her right back leg.

Peaches is a really wonderful girl who is learning about life. She just wants to find someone to bond with, who is home most of the time, will take her on adventures and enjoy the pure unwavering love of a Frenchie girl.

See more photos and videos of Peaches on her foster mom's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fosterdogstories/

For more information, you may contact Colleen (foster parent) at [email protected]

To fill out an adoption application for Peaches, please visit our website: http://www.savemedogrescue.ca

**Adoptions within the province of Ontario only

09/18/2025

“A dream is a wish your heart makes, when you're fast asleep.”
— Walt Disney

Did you know that Tamra is practically perfect in every way? While she dreams of her forever family, let us take a moment to brag about this amazing pup! Tamra is a friendly, affectionate, smart, fun-loving shepherd mix who is only 9 months old! She's house trained, crate trained, loves walks, LOVES fetch, enjoys camping, hiking and can appreciate a good dip in the lake too. She considers herself a bit of a foodie and will aim to please if there is a snack involved.

What's a girl gotta do to get noticed around here?!

Do you think you can make Tamra's dreams come true and be the forever family she deserves? Learn more about Tamra or submit an application on our website:

SAVEMEDOGRESCUE.CA

09/16/2025

The dogs featured in this album have recently arrived in to Save Me Rescue’s care and are NOT accepting applications. Once they have been assessed and are ready for adoption, they will be moved to the Available Dogs album. Most of these photos have been taken at their respective shelters and you can see how scared and confused they are. They now know true love with their foster homes.

Stay tuned for updates on these beautiful dogs!

Please note in addition to not accepting applications for these dogs, we do not accept general applications. We only accept applications once a dog has been placed in the Available Dogs album and noted as available for adoption or in the In Rehabilitation album and noted as accepting applications.

09/15/2025

Update! ALL dogs have sponsors !!!
Thank you!!

The following sweet faces have just arrived. Stay tuned for updates.
JASON - Shepherd Mix, Male, 2.5 yrs, 50 lbs
TUCKER - Terrier Mix, Black, Male, 1 yrs, 10 lbs
JIMMY - Terrier Mix, Brown, Male, 1 yrs, 10 lbs

To find out more about how our sponsorship program works, please read below:

Are you interested in helping save a dog but do not have the ability to open up your home to a foster dog? If so, you can participate in Save Me Rescue’s sponsorship program! The sponsorship fee is $50 and the funds go towards the vetting and care of that individual dog. In return you will receive a tax receipt as well as your name (or the name of the individual you would like to sponsor on behalf of) mentioned within the dogs bio, you will also receive an update from the foster home once the dogs safely arrives into our care. But most importantly you get the satisfaction of knowing you are the reason that particular dog has safely made its way into our care.

If you are interested in sponsoring a dog, please send an email to [email protected].

09/15/2025

Simpka is AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION
Poodle – Female – 37 lbs – 4 yrs (approx.)
You’ve gotta love poodles! They are bouncy, playful, rambunctious, curious and smart. Simpka is all of these things and more. Despite recently coming from a Tennessee puppy mill and living in a cage all her life, she is extremely friendly and affectionate. She is thought to be about 4.

Everything is new to Simpka and she is benefiting from a regular routine and positive reinforcement with her fosters. She is very inexperienced at life. Clever and treat driven, she will be easy to train. She has displayed her ability to learn quickly by walking well on busy streets, as long as there is an occasional opportunity to sniff. She loves all dogs and people.

Toys are exciting to her, but those with stuffing are in extreme danger! Simpka can remove a squeaker before you can cross a room. Her mischievous and cheeky personality means everything belongs to her. She loves to be touched and praised. Cuddling on the couch or laying on feet are her favourite evening pastimes.

She has been a great sleeper from day one and settles for the night in her covered crate but does insist on being in the same bedroom as her people. She currently has free reign of her foster home and does not want to be crated during the day. So far, she does not do well left alone during the day.

Simpka needs plenty of exercise. Lots of activity and space to run would be her ideal setting.
Mental stimulation is always a good idea to prevent boredom. She will need daily brushing and regular grooming. Her size and strength should be considered since she could easily knock over a small child or elder.

She is housetrained.She does not usually alert to sounds but hates seagulls! She has a good appetite and is comfortable riding in the backseat of a vehicle. Simpka is spayed, microchipped and has all vaccines are up to date.

To read Simpka's full bio, pls visit our website
SAVEMEDOGRESCUE.CA

09/15/2025

Simpka - AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

Poodle – Female – 37 lbs – 4 yrs (approx.)

Sponsored in memory of our forever foster Moe! In our hearts always. Welcome to Save Me Simpka, better times ahead.

You’ve gotta love poodles! They are bouncy, playful, rambunctious, curious and smart. Simpka is all of these things and more. Despite recently coming from a Tennessee puppy mill and living in a cage all her life, she is extremely friendly and affectionate. She is thought to be about 4.

Everything is new to Simpka and she is benefiting from a regular routine and positive reinforcement with her fosters. She is very inexperienced at life. Clever and treat driven, she will be easy to train. She has displayed her ability to learn quickly by walking well on busy streets, as long as there is an occasional opportunity to sniff. She loves all dogs and people.

Toys are exciting to her, but those with stuffing are in extreme danger! Simpka can remove a squeaker before you can cross a room. Her mischievous and cheeky personality means everything belongs to her. She loves to be touched and praised. Cuddling on the couch or laying on feet are her favourite evening pastimes.

She has been a great sleeper from day one and settles for the night in her covered crate but does insist on being in the same bedroom as her people. She currently has free reign of her foster home and does not want to be crated during the day. So far, she does not do well left alone during the day.

Simpka needs plenty of exercise. Lots of activity and space to run would be her ideal setting.
Mental stimulation is always a good idea to prevent boredom. She will need daily brushing and regular grooming. Her size and strength should be considered since she could easily knock over a small child or elder.

She is housetrained She does not usually alert to sounds but hates seagulls! She has a good appetite and is comfortable riding in the backseat of a vehicle. Simpka is spayed, microchipped and has all vaccines are up to date.

Miss Simpka will thrive with a family who is willing to invest love and patience in her future well-being. They should commit to her training and possible professional assistance going forward. This happy girl will make a fabulous companion and family member.

~SEE COMMENTS FOR MORE PHOTOS~

For more information, you may contact Jenny (foster parent) at [email protected]

To fill out an adoption application for Simpka, please visit our website: http://www.savemedogrescue.ca

**Adoptions within the province of Ontario only

09/14/2025

🌈🐾 Today is National Pet Remembrance Day 🐾🌈
A day to pause, reflect, and honor the furry, feathered, and scaled companions who left paw prints on our hearts. 💖
Whether they greeted us at the door, curled up beside us during tough times, or simply made us laugh with their quirky personalities — their love was pure, and their memory lives on.
Share a photo, a story, or a quiet moment in their honor today. 🕊️
Let’s celebrate the joy they brought and the bond that never fades.
To all the pets we've loved and lost — thank you for everything. 🐶🐱🐰🐦🐢

09/13/2025

🐾 Gill - Forever Foster 💖

Gill, our sweet and spicy chihuahua mix, is a member of our Forever Foster program! After surviving a car accident and losing a leg, he’s shown incredible resilience and charm. 🐶✨

Though he’s come a long way, Gill has some quirks that make him happiest in a stable, loving foster home—and that’s exactly where he’ll stay. 💕 He’s cuddly, confident, and full of personality!

Your support helps us care for dogs like Gill, who need a little extra time and love.
Please consider donating to help us continue this important work. 🐾

🔗 https://savemedogrescue.ca/donations/

09/12/2025

Who is a pretty girl?
Sailor is 😍
She's gaining more confidence each day! Some days, she needs a bit of a push out of her comfort zone to explore something new (like the couch)... and that's ok! We've all been there.
Sailor LOVES the outdoors! She would spend every waking moment in the backyard if she could. Very comfortable there. Now, her foster mom is working to get that comfort level indoors.

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SAvenue Me Dog Rescue P. O. Box 189 Carlisle
Hespeler, ON
L0R1H0

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https://savemedogrescue.ca/

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