Gracie's Dog Haven

Gracie's Dog Haven Gracie's Dog Haven is a 5013C, non-profit, a senior dog sanctuary. They receive 24 hour care and feel the touch of love again.

Our Story

Gracie's Dog Haven is a 501-c3, non-profit organization that rescues abused, neglected, and unwanted senior dogs from their owners and from death row at shelters to give them the beautiful life they so deserve. Gracie's Dog Haven will be their second chance. The senior dogs will be rehabilitated, get the chance to play, swim and have that forever loving home they so deserve. Please read

the inspiration that started it all....

On February 21, 2009 the police were called in to help a 9 year old Yellow Lab/ Golden Retriever we named Grace. Her 5 gallon water bucket was bone dry, no food (it was a large self feeding container). The cable line was so short it barely reached into her dog house, which contained no straw, no blankets or a warming lamp. The police officer responded, wrote a report and also contacted animal control. When I saw the animal control officer putting her into his truck, I was overwhelmed with happiness. A state of peace came over me, her life as she knew it was ending and a new life would begin. I was touched by all of the neighbors that came forward to give statements and stated they would be willing to testify in court. Seldom do we find neighbors willing to file a formal complaint with police and make a statement and appear in court. These neighbors were incredible and Grace's angels. Grace's former caretakers were charged with animal cruelty. Unfortunately, Grace's former caretakers were only slapped on the wrist and given a $100 fine for 9 years of abuse and neglected. Because Grace was tethered to her dog house under pine trees, the neighbors told us that sap would drip on her in the summer, and her coat was always a sticky mess. She lived in her own fecal material, only weighed 35 pounds, had a deformed right front paw with no pad and we did not know when she ate her last meal. Neighbors said the caretakers never gave her any attention and Grace lived her first 9 years of life all alone and afraid. I brought Grace home and showed her what a real home should be and what having a family is all about, giving her the love she so deserved. We worked hard on behavior as she was not socialized around other animals and needed to learn the house rules. Grace learned very quickly and became my best friend. Grace's devotion was truly incredible, one that I have never experienced before and the love she gave to our family was beyond amazing. Grace was my angel and taught me what truly matters in life. She brightened any room she walked into and comforted when you needed it the most. Grace was an extraordinary dog with a gentle soul that touched everyone's' life. I am so grateful Grace came into my life and she will live forever in our hearts and home. After being with us for 6 1/2 years at the awesome age of 15 1/2, on September 5, 2015 we had to send Grace to the Rainbow Bridge to be with her brothers and to run free of pain. With that difficult decision I had to make and as Grace took her last breath, I also made a promise to Grace that I would continue my rescue work of senior dogs and will carry on her legacy. In honor of Gracie Ann, Gracie's Dog Haven started and our work continues still today saving the lives of senior dogs just like her.

Does your dog drink a lot of water? Always thirsty? If your dog is on kibble, here's why.... Kibble absorbs moisture fro...
09/17/2025

Does your dog drink a lot of water? Always thirsty? If your dog is on kibble, here's why....

Kibble absorbs moisture from your dog’s body to be digested—because it contains little to no natural water content due to the high temperature cooking process.

When dogs eat only dry kibble, their bodies have to pull water from organs and tissues to break it down for digestion. This keeps the kidneys in a dehydrated state, therefore, your dog is always thirsty.
Over time, this can contribute to:

- Dehydration
- Kidney stress
- Digestive issues
- Less efficient nutrient absorption

👉 Pro Tip: Add warm water, bone broth, or fresh food toppers to kibble to help support hydration, the kidneys and proper digestion.

Follow: Pet Health Pathways to Wellness page for more tips and tricks

Our next fundraiser...stop by and say HI while grabbing all natural pets treats from our pet treat bakery for your belov...
09/16/2025

Our next fundraiser...stop by and say HI while grabbing all natural pets treats from our pet treat bakery for your beloved furry friend. Proceeds helps fund the sanctuary.

09/16/2025

So, I am on a mission to keep dogs out of the shelter due to medical/health issues and through educating. Please follow our other page Pet Health Pathways to Wellness. Here is tid bit....

09/16/2025

Beautiful day to hang out by the pond

Losing his life because he didn't want to share his bone. Please help save him!
09/16/2025

Losing his life because he didn't want to share his bone. Please help save him!

WHY TAKE HIS BONE ???????
Just waiting to 💉💉

Miami FL 🚨VERY URGENT 🚨In danger of euthanasia for resource guarding a bone.

HE IS AN amazing boy 🚨MIAMI FL- 😢 This poor boy, , was returned from Petco with a bite report and is now quarantined 😔. He was trying to protect his bone when an employee attempted to take it away, leading to resource guarding.He’s 2 years old and while in Doral he display perfect behavior. Volunteer favorite.

He is gentle but indifferent towards humans. This pup need a home where he would
Be loved and given the attention he so well deserved. What happened at Petco was in isolated incident.. he s locked in a cage with no outlet for decompression and holding on to the only familiar and emotional connection he has (a toy). . His reaction in this incident is quite normal considering all the circumstances.

Name: CURIOUS
Gender: Male
Breed: American Bulldog mix
Animal type: Dog
Age: 2 years
Brought to the shelter: 2025.06.09
Located at: Miami-Dade Animal Services

09/14/2025
It's never easy to hear "your dog has cancer". The feeling overwhelms you. Take a deep breath and click below to get you...
09/08/2025

It's never easy to hear "your dog has cancer". The feeling overwhelms you. Take a deep breath and click below to get your free guide of the do's and don'ts to make things a little easier. And remember, you're not alone!


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Howell, MI

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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