Westie Rescue of North Texas

09/18/2025

Friends, thank you from the bottom of our Westie-obsessed hearts for donating today! We’re just under halfway to our goal, which is basically like getting a Westie groomed but not quite trimmed around the ears yet—close, but not done. Don’t worry, though: donations don’t turn into pumpkins at midnight. You can keep giving long after North Texas Giving Day has ended (and we won’t stop you).

We’ve loved showing off some of the adorable, sweet, and downright darling Westies who’ve strutted through our doors this year. Each one comes with their own story (and usually their own opinions). Your generosity has kept us matchmaking humans and pups since 1994—so, yes, we’ve been playing Cupid longer than a Westie can hold a grudge over a late dinner.

If you’d like to donate, there’s still time: https://mtyc.co/srksxe

P.S. Here’s a picture of Star, another one of our adopted pups in 2025. A match made in heaven!

09/18/2025

Let’s talk about Flynn.

Flynn came to us as a 1-year-old breeder surrender who was “supposed” to be healthy. (Spoiler: he was not. Backyard breeders, your definition of “healthy” and ours are clearly not the same.)

Pretty quickly, we noticed something wasn’t right - Flynn wasn’t peeing like a normal pup. After some vet sleuthing, we learned he had Hypospadias - a rare birth defect where the urethra opening is on the underside instead of the tip of the p***s. In short: his plumbing was installed by a very confused contractor.

Of course, we had to fix it. One $2,300 surgery later, Flynn strutted out with his plumbing working properly and his dignity intact. And the best part? Not long after recovery, Flynn was adopted! From the updates we get, this little guy – now known as Angus - is thriving, spoiled, and absolutely living his best life.

Please donate here to help us with other unexpected surgeries like Flynn’s! https://mtyc.co/srksxe

09/18/2025

Next up is our dear Bella!

Bella was the cherished companion of an older gentleman who sadly passed away last year. But when she came to us… let’s just say she was a bit of a project. Picture a scruffy mop: overgrown coat, yeast infections in her ears and skin, an upset tummy, teeth that could scare a dentist, and gummy eyes. Basically, she was the full “before” picture in a makeover show.

But here’s the twist—Bella’s personality never needed fixing. From day one, she’s been a gentle, sweet, soul-soothing lady who just wants a comfy lap and kind words. With vet care, grooming, and lots of TLC, Bella has been blossoming into the graceful, dignified queen she was always meant to be, thanks to her adopters.

Bella’s care was not cheap, though, to the tune of about $5k, by the time the dust cleared. But she is worth every penny! Here’s her “after” photo!

Please help us make sure we can rescue future Bellas with a donation here: https://mtyc.co/srksxe

09/18/2025

Up next: Walter!

Walter’s only a year old, but he’s already lived through more drama than most soap opera stars. Rescued from a breeder, he strutted into our vet’s office and promptly got diagnosed with a luxating patella—that’s fancy medical talk for “his knee likes to moonwalk out of place.” Definitely not the kind of party trick we wanted for him.

Naturally, we had to fix it. Two surgeries later, Walter came out smelling like a rose—probably because the vet bathed him in victory snuggles. He’s now a happy-go-lucky little dude with a bionic knee and a whole lot of zoomies in his future.

His care? About $3,800, courtesy of our amazing donors who made sure Walter got his glow-up.

The best part? Walter will be adoption-ready soon—so keep your eyes peeled for his post. Spoiler: he’s as cute as he is expensive.

Donate here! https://mtyc.co/srksxe

09/18/2025

Meet Teddy—one of our long-time Walking Them Home Westies and an absolute legend in these parts. Why? Because he is hands-down the sweetest, most unbothered, chillest dude you’ll ever meet. Teddy is basically a Zen master in Westie form.

He’s also known as The Furless Wonder. Years ago, he came down with what we lovingly call Westie Armadillo Syndrome—which means he rocks a minimalist fur wardrobe (just a few stylish wisps). While other dogs are out here flaunting their floof, Teddy said, “Nah, I’m good.” Unfortunately, that made him less “adoptable,” so he became a permanent VIP in our Walking Them Home program.

Now, here’s the deal: Teddy may be chill, but his vet bills are not. In 2025 alone, his medical tab was about $2500—and that’s for a dog who’s otherwise healthy! Since we’ve promised Teddy lifetime care, those costs keep coming.

So, help us keep this legendary, fur-lite gentleman in the comfort and splendor to which he’s become very accustomed. Donate today on North Texas Giving Day—and help Teddy keep rocking those wisps with pride!

Link to donate: https://mtyc.co/srksxe

09/18/2025

Friends, today is North Texas Giving Day, one of the days on which we at Westie Rescue of North Texas rely to keep the doors open. So far in 2025, we’ve cared for 16 dogs. Our vet bill? Nearly $31,000.

We’re so excited to share our pups with you—and to keep it real about what it takes to care for them in 2025. Yes, we charge an adoption fee, but here’s the truth: those fees barely cover a fraction of what these scruffy little CEOs of chaos actually cost us.

Every Westie that comes through our doors gets vetted up one side, down the other, and sideways before we even whisper the word “adoption.” Because we don’t just want to know their names—we want to know their skin, teeth, joints, and every other squeaky part that might need TLC.

And here’s the kicker: dogs who look healthy often come with surprise plot twists—skin issues, achy hips, dental dramas, you name it. We happily roll up our sleeves (and open our wallet) to get them back to their happy, healthy selves. But wow, does it take a LOT of money.

Want to help us keep tails wagging? Click below to donate—and give future Westies their best shot at a healthy, joyful life!

In 2018 Westie Rescue Of North Texas helped over 100 Westies and Westie mixes become healthy and happy again. Many received a new lease on life that they had never had! WRNT also entered a number of rescues into our Walking Them Home Program. The WTH program is a hospice...

09/17/2025

Tomorrow is North Texas Giving Day! This is one of the days we rely on to keep the lights on, and we can't do it without our donors. Early giving is open!

We would so appreciate if you'd take a moment to donate to our work. Each donation -- no matter how small -- adds up. 100% of our proceeds goes to rescuing our Westies. No volunteer is ever compensated for their work with our organization.

We thank you, and the wee white dogs thank you! Just click on the pic below to donate.

In 2018 Westie Rescue Of North Texas helped over 100 Westies and Westie mixes become healthy and happy again. Many received a new lease on life that they had never had! WRNT also entered a number of rescues into our Walking Them Home Program. The WTH program is a hospice...

09/13/2025

It’s almost here! North Texas Giving Day is just a few days away—and Westie Rescue of North Texas is wagging our tails and shamelessly begging (in the most adorable way possible) for your support!

We’ll be sharing stories of the scruffy little rascals we’ve rescued this year, so you can see exactly how your hard-earned dollars went to good use—saving, vetting, and pampering Westies who were once abused, abandoned, neglected, homeless, or surrendered.

Translation: you give, we rescue, the dogs get glow-ups, and everyone lives happily ever after.

Mark your calendars, fluff your wallets, and get ready to help us keep turning hot mess pups into happily-ever-after Westies!

And we won't stop you if you want to donate early here: https://mtyc.co/srksxe

09/08/2025

AVAILABLE: DUNCAN!

Duncan is a 2-year-old Westie pup who is equal parts sweet, snuggly, and turbo-charged sass. He’s the kind of dog who will adore you, charm your friends and family, love up on the groomer and strut his stuff on walks like he owns the neighborhood. He eats like a champ and has zero weird Westie allergies. Basically, he’s a beaut and a catch.

Now for the fine print: Duncan has an overabundance of Westitude. Translation: he’s a bit of a jerk to other dogs. Not mean, not bitey—just overly enthusiastic about bottoms that don’t belong to him. Cats? Forget it. Beta dogs? Nope. Duncan’s dream job is “only dog, center of the universe.”

So, if you’ve got no other pets and plenty of love to give, Duncan is ready to be your little bossy bestie. We’re looking for a home that understands Duncan isn’t the pet—he’s upper management. You’ll just be staff. A potential adopter must have Westie experience, because Duncan requires every ounce of know-how you’ve got—and then some.

If you’re cool with a dog who comes preloaded with great features and a couple of high-spirited quirks to fine-tune, Duncan just might just be your guy.

Apply at www.wrnt.org, or if you already have an application in, write to us at [email protected] and let us know you’re interested!

07/20/2025

ADOPTED: Star! This little sweetie was adopted recently by Alex and Hannah of Dallas, who are absolutely in love with this girl. Congratulations, all, and happy tails, Star!

WRNT - Playing matchmaker since 1994!

06/19/2025

This kind of Westie behavior is why we can't have nice things. They're worth it, though. Show us your pictures of your muddy, rainy and dirty Westies!

05/31/2025

We are sad to report that Snowy crossed the Rainbow Bridge yesterday just shy of her 15th birthday. Snowy was surrendered at 13 years old due to her elderly owner no longer being able to care for her. Starting over at that age is difficult for a dog, but she was adopted by the Longs in January 2024 and thrived in their loving care.

While her remaining time was short, she filled it with love for her adopted pawrents and enjoyed her daily walks around the neighborhood.

The Longs told us, "She has been such a pleasure in our home. When we first got her, she was slow to give her love, but she quickly warmed up to us. She lived a wonderful 18 months in our house, and our hearts are just as broken as if it had been 18 years."

This morning, she was remembered as her dad took his 18-month old-grandson on Snowy's regular walk. A fitting tribute for such a dearly-loved old lady.

Run free, dear Snowy! You will be missed.