Dexter Foundation

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Dexter Foundation

A 501c3 all volunteer charity committed to the forgotten, unwanted dogs who need us the most. Dedicated to saving shelter dogs who's time has run out

Volunteers and Foster Homes Needed! Due to the recent housing crisis, dogs are being abandoned at shelters at record rates as their families are forced to relocate. The increased cost of living has forced many families to make the difficult decision to surrender their beloved family members. Those who can help, need to help these healthy, happy dogs find their new forever homes. Can you foster a

dog for a few days
or weeks? It's easy, fun and extremely rewarding. A foster home simply provides a warm, loving home for the dogs, and we do
the rest! We find, interview, and accept the family who wishes to adopt your rescued dog. You give us insights into the dogs
personality, which helps us to find the ideal home. We pay for any expenses that you incur.

10/08/2025

Meet Bosco! He's a sweet little 7 week old puppy that was dumped behind a trash can. Volunteers were able to save him and brought him straight to our vet. He's a happy little boy that gets along with everyone. He's is well behaved for a puppy, ane is thriving in our foster home. We will get him neutered, vaccinated and chipped when he is big enough. Bosco has a fun personality and the cutest expressions. He's very affectionate and brings a lot of joy wherever he goes. If you'd like to adopt Bosco please complete our adoption application found on dexterfoundation.com

09/11/2025

FOSTER HOME NEEDED FOR FRIENDLY PUPPY. This sweet little puppy had been living on the streets for some time. A volunteer was able to catch him, and now we need an foster or adopter. He had no chip or collar. He's very skinny, but looks healthy otherwise. He'll be seen by our vet and vaccinated, chipped and neutered. He currently weighs about 6 lbs. He's friendly to everyone he meets including other dogs.
He has a Doxie body, and probably has a little Chihuahua in him as well. Chiweenies are adorable, and have happy personalities. Can you foster this little guy? We're still deciding on a name, so leave a comment with any suggestions. If you live in the Los Angeles or Orange County area, please email us at [email protected] or Dm us

08/17/2025

Kitten foster or adopter needed asap! Stray kitten found in the hills abandoned. No mother or siblings around. Finder looked for days for a mom cat. Kitten was found in an area with a lot of coyotes and a bobcat. Can someone foster this Kitten until we can find a cat rescue or adopter? It's kitten season and the shelters are full of kittens. We will pay for any vet fees.

08/09/2025

Oreo is a sweet little Shih Tzu boy looking for a foster or forever home. Oreo's family neglected him because they didn't have time for him. He is an adorable little dog with a very happy and loving personality. Oreo is great with children and other dogs. He's quiet and loves to cuddle by your side while you watch TV or work on the computer. Oreo is very easy going and would fit in well in just about any home. We're looking for a foster or adopter in the Los Angeles area. We will have Oreo examined by our vet, fixed, chipped, and vaccinated. Please email [email protected] if you can help! When families reach out to surrender their dogs, we can only accept dogs if we have available foster homes. Foster Oreo and keep him out of the shelter. He's been part of a family his whole life! Oreo just wants to give love to someone special

07/28/2025

Foster home needed for Rose and Rufus, our well-behaved mother and son duo! They are well socialized and good with other dogs and new people. Their owner passed away, and they've been bouncing around between relatives. Rose and Rufus need a foster or adopter. They are very loving and have really cute personalities. Dm or email [email protected] if you'd like to help.

07/12/2025

URGENT! FOSTER HOME NEEDED!
Meet Buddy! He's a sweet 1 yr old boy rescued from a high kill shelter. Buddy is a Boston Terrier mix with a little Beagle added in. This designer mix is known as a Boglen Terrier, and they're known for their friendly, active, and playful personalities. They love being around people and are loyal and protective of their family.

Buddy is 21 pounds of snuggly energy. At only a year old, Buddy still has his cute puppy personality. He loves walks and knows basic commands - sit, stay, and down. Buddy is very food motivated and trainable. He is potty trained and sleeps through the night. Buddy enjoys sleeping on the bed with you and snuggling during the day. Buddy loves to play but also knows how to cuddle quietly while you take your Zoom calls.

Buddy should go to a cat free home. He would benefit by being the only pet or mixed with a calm, well-balanced pal. He's working on calmly greeting dogs, and like all puppies, Buddy would benefit from training and further socialization. Buddy is very smart and learns quickly, so this will be a fun bonding experience.

Buddy needs a foster home asap! If you'd like to foster or adopt this handsome boy, please email [email protected] or complete our adoption application on our website. Looking for a home in the LA or OC areas.

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July! More pets get lost today than on any other day of the year, so please keep your pets safe.

Make sure they have an updated ID tag and chip.
Keep all doors and gates securely closed
Keep pets inside. Noise from fireworks can be terrifying for a pet, and they make jump over fences or push through gates they wouldn't normally go through. Imagine how loud fireworks would be if you could hear 4x better than humans?
Exercise your dogs early so they're tired and more likely to sleep through the festivities
Create a safe retreat for your pets. Cozy bedding, dim lighting, and soft music help
Keep pets clear of BBQs, fireworks or any open flame
If you have guests, make sure they are aware of pet safety.
Consider a thundershirt or calming chew if your dogs are especially fearful

Have fun and stay safe!

06/18/2025

COURTESY POST: Meet Moose 🐾
Moose is an approximate 8-month-old mixed breed with one striking blue eye and one green. He spent the first part of his life tied to a trailer, but despite that rough start, he’s full of life and love. Moose is playful, mouthy, and high energy—he thrives with structure and would benefit from training. He walks well on a leash and hasn’t shown reactivity toward other dogs. This sweet boy is looking for a fresh start with someone who can guide him and help him grow into the amazing dog he’s meant to be. He needs someone committed to take a chance on him. Could that be you?

06/11/2025

Have you met Roger? He's a very good boy looking for a forever home. We rescued Roger from a high kill shelter on his last day. We fell in love with him the moment we met him! Roger is extremely smart, well trained, and loving. He'd be a great dog for an athletic family that likes to hike or someone who goes on long walks or runs. Roger walks nicely on a leash and has excellent house manners. He has the most amazing personality. Roger loves to cuddle and is very friendly. He isn't destructive or barky. Roger is about 2 yrs old, neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. Roger needs a house with a yard. If you'd like to meet Roger, please email [email protected] or fill out the adoption application on our website dexterfoundation.com

06/08/2025

Rose and Rufus are safe! We need a foster or forever home for these friendly, well-behaved little dogs. When their owner died, they eventually ended up living in a mechanic shop. When we found out about their situation, we immediately sent a volunteer to go and save them. Both dogs are very sweet, well-behaved, and affectionate. Both Rose and Rufus are easy going, and get along well with new people, other dogs, and children.

Rufus is about 3 yrs old, very sweet, loving, and mellow. He gets along well with other dogs, cats, and kids. We had him examined by our vet, neutered, fully vaccinated, and microchipped. Rufus has an easy going personality, goes with the flow, and loves to be around his person or another dog.

Rose is a loving senior, about 9 yrs old, and is possibly Rufus' mother. Rose is a Havanese/ Shih Tzu mix. This pretty girl was being used by her family to make puppies for extra cash. Despite a rough start, Rose is healthy, happy, and very devoted. We had had her spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped. Rose gets along well with other dogs and children but is very interested in cats, so should go to a home that is cat free. Rose has some previously untreated skin issues but is otherwise healthy.

Both dogs are small, well-behaved, and extremely loving. They are well mannered and don't have any destructive habits like digging, barking, or chewing. They are content to just be around someone. They grew up as part of a family and will easily fit into any home. They are low energy and would be perfect for a retired person or someone who works from home. We're looking for a foster or adopter in the Southern California area. Please complete our adoption application found on dexterfoundation.com. If you can not foster or adopt, can you share their story? We need a foster home asap!

05/17/2025

Courtesy Post: SHELTER BOUND!! We received a call about these two dogs. Their owner died, and a relative has been keeping them in a cage at a mechanic shop. The relative states they can no longer keep them, and they will be going to the shelter this Sunday! The shelters are so overcrowded right now that they'll have a very short time to be adopted before being put on the euthanasia list. They are a sweet terrier mix mother and son. At the shelter, they'll be separated, and they have always been together. This is just too sad!

We need everyone's help to save their lives! A rescue, foster, or adopter will make the difference between life or death. We have taken in several dogs this week and just don't have the room to take these two little dogs. Can you share their story? Fosters, adopters, or a rescue in Southern California needed asap.

05/14/2025

PUG FOSTER NEEDED ASAP! Sweet Frida is the happiest, most well adjusted, dog friendly little girl! Her family moved and left her behind. Frida deserves better! A neighbor is looking for rescue help as he cannot keep her. Pugs are very loving and full of personality! Frida is very friendly and loves everyone she meets. If you're in the Los Angeles area and would like to help save Frida, please email [email protected]. Fostering a dog in need is very rewarding. If you can't foster or adopt, can you share Frida's story?

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318 Avenue I #354
Redondo Beach, CA
90277

Website

http://dexterfoundation.com/

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