The Hero Rescue

The Hero Rescue Our rescue is a network of dedicated volunteers and fosters all within an hour of Jarrettsville, Maryland. Save a life, !

We are committed to saving lives of animals in overcrowded shelters where they are at risk of euthanasia. 501C3 nonprofit.

Hi, I’m Birdie! I’m a 1-year-old professional snuggler and part-time zoomie specialist. My hobbies include chasing anyth...
12/06/2025

Hi, I’m Birdie! I’m a 1-year-old professional snuggler and part-time zoomie specialist. My hobbies include chasing anything that moves, giving surprise head-boops, and climbing into your lap whether you’re ready or not.

I come pre-approved for homes with kids, dogs, and other cats — I like them all! If you’re looking for a playful little shadow who also doubles as a cuddle machine, I’m your girl.

Apply here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HRMD/Cat

Come meet Carter and friends at Falling Branch Brewery Saturday at 2 pm! Carter is a 3 month old puppy who absolutely lo...
12/05/2025

Come meet Carter and friends at Falling Branch Brewery Saturday at 2 pm!
Carter is a 3 month old puppy who absolutely loves other dogs and people. He loves to snuggle and will gladly take a nap curled up next to you on the couch. Carter is crate trained and working on all the puppy things like potty training. He is expected to be medium size when full grown and would love to find his family this weekend!

Poe – Boe Boy – Poey Bean… this handsome 6-year-old floof king goes by many names, but only one truly fits: perfection.P...
12/05/2025

Poe – Boe Boy – Poey Bean… this handsome 6-year-old floof king goes by many names, but only one truly fits: perfection.

Poe is the full package — sweet, playful, laid-back, and wonderfully social. He gets along great with both cats and dogs, making him an easy addition to almost any home. And yes… he’s very chatty. This distinguished gentleman will treat you to his signature “old-man scream” when he wants attention, though he uses it sparingly for maximum dramatic effect.

When he’s not politely demanding affection, Poe loves curling up by a window to bird-watch or working hard on his scratcher toys. He recently needed a shave due to matting from his previous adventures, so he will need some routine grooming to keep his glorious coat looking royal again.

Apply to adopt: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HRMD/Cat

Meet these cuties at Merritt Clubs Canton! 🐱✨Stop by the lobby tomorrow, 12/6 from 11am–1pm to meet some of our sweetest...
12/05/2025

Meet these cuties at Merritt Clubs Canton! 🐱✨

Stop by the lobby tomorrow, 12/6 from 11am–1pm to meet some of our sweetest adoptable cats and kittens! You do not have to be a member to visit💕

Adults Birdie, Patrick and Junie are all ready for adoption! The 6 Top Gun kittens will be ready for adoption later in the week... apply now!

https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HRMD/Cat

We’re a little late to the dinner table, but we’ve still got the cutest Thanksgiving leftovers you’ll ever want to take ...
12/05/2025

We’re a little late to the dinner table, but we’ve still got the cutest Thanksgiving leftovers you’ll ever want to take home! 😻

Meet Cranberry, Stuffing, and Pumpkin — the sweetest trio who will make your home feel full all season long.

🫐 Cranberry — The Main Dish (1 year old)
This gentle mama is done cooking and is ready to enjoy being someone’s baby! Cranberry is affectionate, chatty when she sees her people, and a peaceful companion the rest of the time. She’s great with cats but says “hold the dogs, please!”

🍞 Stuffing — The Crowd Favorite (2.75 months old)
Soft, sweet, and impossible not to love. Stuffing is a cuddly, attention-seeking little guy who also brings that perfect amount of spice with his playful zoomies. He’s the kitten equivalent of comfort food. 🤎

🎃 Pumpkin — The Sweet Treat (2.75 months old)
This shy baby takes a moment to warm up, but once she does? She’s the softest little shadow who loves to explore and then settle nearby. With a patient home, Pumpkin will absolutely blossom.

Apply to adopt: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HRMD/Cat

❤️ Thankful Thursday! 💚This Thursday we want to shout out Sarah B! Sarah has been fostering with us for 2.5 years and ha...
12/04/2025

❤️ Thankful Thursday! 💚
This Thursday we want to shout out Sarah B! Sarah has been fostering with us for 2.5 years and has taken in MANY dogs in that time. She is also the team lead for our events so if you've coordinated an event with us, theres a good chance youve talked to her!

Sarah says "I found The Hero Rescue in May 2023. I kept seeing pleas for fosters and knew I needed to help. My first thought was that I wouldn’t be a good candidate because I work full time and I’d feel guilty not being home much during the week for a foster dog, but after speaking with the foster coordinator (Kristi) she told me that the dogs would rather be in a safe, comfortable home than be in a shelter 24/7. Since that day I knew I wanted to help as much as I could. I started going to events to help out and eventually took my first foster pup home that same May. I fell in love. My dogs also fell in love and the heartache and pain I felt when she got adopted had me questioning whether or not this was the right thing for me. I adore animals and fall in love with every one I meet, how did I think I was going to be able to do this?! I once again spoke with Kristi and shared my heartache and she comforted me and reminded me that I did the right thing and there are always more that need saving. Since then I’ve fostered over 50 puppies/dogs and it’s been a blessing!

One of the most rewarding parts of fostering was taking in a very fearful pup that took 6+ months to let me touch him or get near him. Seeing him conquer his fears, learn to trust me, and become the puppy he was always meant to be was the biggest reward I could’ve asked for.

Fostering is not for the weak and you will have challenges, but the love these innocent animals give to you is unconditional and seeing them find the perfect families and thrive in their new homes is something you can’t experience anywhere else. It gives me purpose and fuels my soul!"

We love Sarah and appreciate her so much!
If you think you're ready to join our foster family and be like Sarah, let us know!

The Naughty & Nice List has been checked twice… and every one of these kitties made the Nice list! 😻Now all they need is...
12/04/2025

The Naughty & Nice List has been checked twice… and every one of these kitties made the Nice list! 😻

Now all they need is a foster or adopter to make their holiday dreams come true.

🎁 Charlie – 6mo fluff princess, cat-friendly, needs to gain weight before spay
🎁 Penne – 1yo cuddle bug living with Charlie; thrives with other cats with slow introductions.
🎁 Poe – 6yo majestic floof king, loves cats & dogs, just needs to gain a bit more weight
🎁 Ravioli – 2.5yo shy guy who needs a patient person; co-exists with other cats.
🎁 Junie – 8yo tripod diva with a sweet & spicy side; co-exists with cats & dogs after slow intros
🎁 Nova – 2.5yo FIV+ angel; gentle, easygoing, and fabulous with dogs!

Open your home—and your heart—this holiday season. ❤️🏡
Foster or adopt and change a life today!

Apply to adopt: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HRMD/Cat
Apply to foster: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/foster/HRMD/Cat

Silly Sandy is still searching for her home! She's almost 5 months old and a bouncy happy girl. Sandy does well with oth...
12/04/2025

Silly Sandy is still searching for her home! She's almost 5 months old and a bouncy happy girl. Sandy does well with other dogs, especially if they dont mind her playful antics. She makes fast friends with people of all ages too. Sandy is a true fashionist and enjoys dressing up in holiday sweaters or keeping cozy in her pajamas.

Meet Sandy this Sunday at Pet Supplies Plus Bel Air 11 am to 1 pm and be sure to apply today to take her home!

https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HRMD/Dog

🎄 Meet the Charlie Brown Litter! 🎄If your heart needs a little holiday magic, look no further—these six adorable 8-week-...
12/03/2025

🎄 Meet the Charlie Brown Litter! 🎄
If your heart needs a little holiday magic, look no further—these six adorable 8-week-old pittie/Great Dane mix puppies are here to make your Christmas sparkle brighter than Charlie Brown’s tiny tree!

Just like the Peanuts crew, each pup has their own sweet, silly charm, but they all share the same wonderful traits:
🐾 Great with kids
🐾 Friendly with other dogs
🐾 Snuggly, joyful, and full of Christmas cheer
🐾 Expected to be large when full grown (think Great Pumpkin size… but festive!)

They’re learning all their puppy basics and are ready to bring warmth, wonder, and wiggly tails to their forever homes. After all… “Happiness is a warm puppy,” especially at Christmas. ❤️🎁

📍 Come meet the Charlie Brown Christmas Litter!
🗓 This Sunday
⏰ 11 AM
📌 Pet Supplies Plus – Bel Air

✨ Apply now to adopt a member of the “Charlie Brown ” litter! ✨

These pups are sure to make your season merry, bright, and beautifully beagle-free (sorry, Snoopy!). 🐶🎄💫

https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HRMD/Dog

**UPDATE: PIXIE HAS A MEET**Meet Miss Pixie! Pixie is a perfect princess weighing in at just under 10 lbs. She is 2 year...
12/03/2025

**UPDATE: PIXIE HAS A MEET**
Meet Miss Pixie! Pixie is a perfect princess weighing in at just under 10 lbs. She is 2 years old, sweet as pie, and loves to play with her toys. Pixie came to us with long matted fur. She had her first grooming appointment and now she feels like a new pup! Pixie appears to be fully housetrained, does well with other dogs, and is looking forward to finding her forever home

https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HRMD/Dog

Meet our dynamic ginger duo: Big Red & Juicy Fruit! 🍊🧡Both boys are 4.5 months old, ridiculously cuddly, and total peopl...
12/03/2025

Meet our dynamic ginger duo: Big Red & Juicy Fruit! 🍊🧡

Both boys are 4.5 months old, ridiculously cuddly, and total people-lovers. Big Red adores being carried like a little baby, while Juicy Fruit will meow his greeting the second you walk in.

Playful? Yes. Affectionate? Absolutely. Ready to steal your heart? 100%.

They can be adopted together or solo into homes with other kitty friends!

👉 Apply now: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HRMD/Cat

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