Nykol's Rescues

501(c)(3)Non-profit organization. We provide rescue to neglected, abandonded, and abused dogs.

11/28/2025

Some dogs don’t just wait for a home; they grow into the dog they’re meant to be along the way. And after 1,031 days, Jethro has finally made it to his forever family!❤️

Jethro’s story isn’t just about patience; it’s about the people who shaped his journey. For the last year, he lived in a foster home with Melissa and her family, who opened their hearts and gave him exactly what he needed: time to decompress, room to learn, and the kind of one-on-one TLC that only a home environment can offer. Their love helped Jethro rediscover who he was and prepared him for the day his perfect people would finally find him. This is why fostering matters. It changes lives long before an adoption ever happens.

Enjoy every moment, Jethro. You earned this chapter, and it is your happiest one yet. 🥳

Interested in joining our foster family? Please message us for more information 📥

11/27/2025

From Pearl and all of us at Nykol’s Rescues, Happy Thanksgiving!🧡

This season, we’re especially grateful for every adopter, supporter, foster, and volunteer who gives hope to animals who have known fear, loneliness, and uncertainty. Your love gives them a chance at the home they deserve.

If you’ve adopted a pet from us, share their photo below. We’d love to see the faces we’re thankful for today!

Pearl and her friends are hoping for forever families or foster homes where they can give and get extra love this holiday season.

To find out more about fostering or adopting, visit nykolsrescues.com or message us for more information!

11/14/2025

Welcome to Nykol’s Rescues, Pearl! 💙

Pearl is an 8 year old Cockapoo who was previously used for breeding then given away when she went blind. Her previous family kept her outside and then wanted to get rid of her when having a new baby. She still needs to complete her vetting but would love some TLC in a foster home of her own. She is fully blind but gets around incredibly well. We are unsure about other dogs at this time. *Please note we are NOT professional groomers, we did the best we could to get her comfortable and she will be going to a real groomer once cleared by the vet😅*

Interested in helping dogs like Pearl but unable to foster or adopt? Visit nykolsrescues.com/donate for more information!

10/15/2025

Edited: HE IS ON ADOPTION TRIAL🎉🎉

Wednesday got you feeling blue? 💙 Jethro may be just the one for you!

This handsome, huggable boy has never met a person he doesn’t love. Jethro is the definition of a gentle soul, affectionate, goofy, and happiest when he’s by your side. He gets along wonderfully with other dogs, cats, and kids, making him the perfect fit for just about any family.

Jethro’s ready to trade his foster home for a forever one! His current foster family is relocating, so he’s also in search of a new foster while he waits for that perfect forever match.

If you’ve been looking for a loyal companion who will brighten every day, Jethro’s your guy!

📍 Located in Punta Gorda
🐾 Adoption applications: nykolsrescues.com/adopt
💖 Can’t adopt? Consider donating to support dogs like Jethro: nykolsrescues.com/donate

10/10/2025

Happy Foster Friday!

We’ve paused new intake as we focus on finding homes for a few of our long-time dogs who’ve been waiting far too long. Each of them is looking for a foster home, and we provide all food, supplies, and medical care…our fosters simply provide the heart ❤️

Mary Kate 🐾
This 11-pound Chihuahua/Dachshund mix recently returned to rescue after an unexpected family change. She’s about 7–8 years old, house-trained, and good with kids and dogs. Mary Kate is finishing her heartworm treatment and is looking for a foster-to-adopt home where she can continue her recovery comfortably.

Jethro 🐾
Steady, loyal, and easygoing, Jethro gets along well with dogs, cats, and children. He’s been with us for quite some time and is ready for a new foster home that can give him the companionship he deserves.

Sam 🐾
A 7-year-old with a big heart, Sam is house trained and loves to be close to his people. He does best in a home with plenty of female company or with a calm, patient man who gives him time to build trust. Once he’s comfortable, he’s a loyal and loving companion.

If you’ve been thinking about fostering, now is the perfect time to step in and help.

Apply at www.nykolsrescues.com/adopt
Support their care at www.nykolsrescues.com/donate

10/07/2025

Mary Kate is back in rescue and hoping to find a foster-to-adopt home! 🐾

This sweet 11 lb. Chihuahua mix is around 7 years old, house-trained, and gets along wonderfully with other dogs. She’s just wrapped up her heartworm treatment and is ready to start the next chapter with her forever family.

Apply to foster or adopt: www.nykolsrescues.com/adopt

Support the medical care of dogs like Mary Kate: www.nykolsrescues.com/donate

10/03/2025

Happy Foster Friday! Today we want to shine a light on our foster program, the heart of what makes rescue possible. Fostering not only gives dogs a safe and loving place to land, but it also opens space for us to save more lives. We provide the food, supplies, and medical care while our fosters provide the love and stability that change everything for a dog in need.

One of those dogs is Jethro. We are so thankful to his current foster for giving him care and comfort, but as they prepare to move, Jethro is once again searching for a foster or forever home. He is gentle, easygoing, and wonderful with dogs, cats, and children. He’s been waiting far too long, and now he needs someone to open their heart and home to him.

If you’ve ever thought about fostering, now is the perfect time to make a lasting difference. Apply or learn more at:
www.nykolsrescues.com

09/25/2025

Sam was adopted four years ago but returned to us after his family’s divorce. At 7 years old and 75 lbs, he is housebroken, crate trained, and very well-mannered. Raised around older children, Sam has a gentle nature and the kind of steady loyalty that makes him a true companion.

He loves his toys and will happily entertain himself, but what he wants most is to curl up next to someone he can love and protect. Sam adores the ladies and would thrive in a female only home, or in a family with a kind, patient man who is willing to take introductions slowly and earn his trust.

After all he’s endured, Sam deserves the comfort of stability, the warmth of companionship, and the peace of finally belonging.

📍 Punta Gorda, FL
❤️ Apply to adopt: nykolsrescues.com/adopt

09/20/2025

Happy Cat-urday from your favorite feline friends at Nykol’s Rescues! 😻

Krusty Crab and Sandy are still on the lookout for their forever families. Both of these sweethearts are wonderful with dogs, cats, and kids! Please message us or apply to adopt at:
nykolsrescues.com/adopt

09/14/2025

Our sweet Jethro is still searching for a foster or forever home! He has been waiting patiently and would love nothing more than a soft spot to land and a family of his own.

If you are interested in fostering Jethro or other Nykol’s Rescues adoptable dogs, please message us for more information. 📧

Apply to adopt at: nykolsrescues.com/adopt

09/06/2025

Krusty Krab is finally ready for pre-adoption, and he’s bringing along his Bikini Bottom buddy, Sandy Cheeks! 🦀 🐿️

Krusty Krab is a spunky boy full of love and energy who would be thrilled to have another cat friend to play with. Sandy Cheeks is just as adventurous as her name suggests, sweet and curious with plenty of personality.

Both will come up to date on vaccines, spayed/neutered, and with a negative f***l. They don’t have to be adopted together, but you can’t go wrong adding a little SpongeBob magic to your home!

Apply to adopt at nykolsrescues.com/adopt.

08/22/2025

Foster Friday is all about Jethro 💛

His foster is moving out of the area, which means he needs a new place to land or, even better, a forever home!

Jethro is gentle, house trained, crate trained, knows his basic commands, and gets along with dogs, cats, and kids. He has been waiting so patiently for his chance. Could it be with you?

Message us if you can open your heart and home to Jethro 📧

Address

Punta Gorda, FL
33982

Telephone

+12396711255

Website

http://Www.nykolsrescues.com/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Nykol's Rescues posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Nykol's Rescues:

Shortcuts

Want your business to be the top-listed Pet Store/pet Service in Punta Gorda?