Kenai’s House

11/17/2024

🎄Your Holiday Miracle Waiting to Happen! ☃️

Say hello to Rex, our adorable King Charles Cavalier mix who is just a year and a half old! This little bundle of joy was recently surrendered by his owner and is now eagerly searching for a loving forever home.
❄️About Rex:
𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Timid at first, but warms up fast. Then its game on.
𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹: High; loves to play and have fun!
𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 : Great with kids and most dogs
𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵: Updated on all vaccinations, not neutered (but we can arrange for it)
𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: Housebroken, crate trained, working on basic commands and leash skills.

Rex is dreaming of a home where he can get lots of love and attention, especially this holiday season 🎄. Once he warms up to you, he will be a loyal companion and cuddle partner.

Let’s get Rex home for the holidays! ☃️ Help us find him his forever family by sharing this post, scheduling a meet and greet, or spreading the word.

How You Can Help:
1. Share: Spread the word and help Rex find his perfect family.
2. Meet & Greet: Interested in meeting Rex? Contact us to schedule a meet and greet!
3. Adopt: Give Rex the home he deserves and make his holiday wish come true.
🌐https://kenaishouse.org/adoption-form/

Together, we can make this holiday season magical for Rex. 🐶❤️

11/16/2024

🐾 Why Adopting a Senior Dog is the Best Decision You’ll Make! 🐾

Thinking about adding a furry friend to your family this holiday season? 🎄 Consider adopting a senior dog! Here are some amazing reasons why a senior pup might be the perfect fit for you:

1. Instant Companionship: Senior dogs are often ready to settle down and enjoy a cozy life with their new family. They provide instant companionship and loyalty! 🐕❤️

2. Less Supervision Needed: Unlike puppies, senior dogs typically require less supervision and are past the teething phase, so your shoes and furniture are safe! 👞🎄

3. Life Experience: Many senior dogs come with life experience, making them more adaptable to different living situations and family dynamics. 🏡✨

4. Save a Life: Senior dogs are often the last to be adopted and the first to be euthanized. By adopting a senior dog, you are truly saving a life and giving them a second chance. 🐾❤️
5. Lower Energy Levels: Senior dogs usually have lower energy levels compared to puppies, making them a perfect match for families with a more relaxed lifestyle. 🛋️🐶

6. Health Benefits for Humans: Studies show that having a pet can lower blood pressure, reduce stress, and even improve cardiovascular health. Senior dogs, with their calm demeanor, can be particularly good at providing these benefits. 🧘🏾‍♂️ 💖

Open your heart and home to a senior dog this season and experience the joy they bring. ❤️🐾

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PayPal.me/kenaishouse
Website- Kenaishouse.org
Venmo:

Interested in being a foster?! Apply here ⬇️⬇️⬇️
🌐 https://kenaishouse.org/foster-form/

11/14/2024

𝗪𝗛𝗬 𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗣𝗧 𝗔 𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗢𝗥 𝗗𝗢𝗚?🐾

Senior dogs are often overlooked, but they have so much to offer! Here are a few reasons to consider adopting a senior pup:
1. Calm and Mellow: Older dogs are usually more laid-back and less energetic than puppies.

2. Known Temperament: Their personalities are fully developed, so you know what you’re getting.

3. Grateful Companions: Seniors often show an incredible amount of gratitude and love.

4. Easier Training: Many senior dogs are already house-trained and know basic commands.

Give a senior dog the gift of a loving home this holiday season. They’ll repay you with endless love and loyalty.

501c3
PayPal.me/kenaishouse
Website- Kenaishouse.org
Venmo:

Interested in joining the Kenai’s House team as a foster?!
🌐 https://kenaishouse.org/foster-form/

11/14/2024

Celebrate Adopt a Senior Month! 🎉

November is Adopt a Senior Month, and there’s no better time to welcome an older pup into your home. Senior dogs make amazing companions and have so much love❤️ to give.

Stay tuned as we share all the wonderful reasons to adopt a senior pup this holiday season.🎄☃️🏠

501c3
PayPal.me/kenaishouse
Website- Kenaishouse.org
Venmo:
Zelle: 760-401-3713

11/05/2024

🐾 Great News: Nala Has Been Adopted! 🐾
We are beyond thrilled to announce that our little girl Nala has officially found her happily ever after! She now has all the love, snuggles, and, of course, all the cozy beds she could ever need. 🛏️❤️
A massive thank you to everyone who helped Nala on her journey to her forever home. I always say, it takes a village to make dreams like this come true.
Want to be part of another dog’s happily ever after? Here’s how you can help:
1. Become a Foster: All expenses paid! Provide a temporary loving home and help us prepare dogs for their forever families.
2. Donate: Your generosity allows us to continue rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming dogs into new loving furever homes.
PayPal.me/kenaishouse
Website- Kenaishouse.org
Venmo:
https://kenaishouse.org/foster-form/

Together, we can change lives, one wagging tail at a time. 🐶💕

11/03/2024

❤️❤️❤️

Say hello to Mouse!
Mouse is a part of our Critter Litter and she's wondering...whats it take for a pup like me to find a forever family?
Mouse is as sweet as can be. She's a Dutch Shepherd mix who's mom is only about 40 lbs. She's sweet, friendly, outgoing, and eager to please. She's going to be great in a home with other dogs, kids, and cats. This perfect 12 week old pup can't wait to be all yours!
www.hoperanchanimalsanctuary.org/adoption-application

10/19/2024

🐾 Ｍｅｅｔ Ｒｅｘ🐾

Say hello to Rex, our adorable Chihuahua mix who is just a year and a half old! This little bundle of energy was recently surrendered by his owner and is now looking for a loving forever home.
✨About Rex:
✨Breed: Mixed Chihuahua
✨Age: 1.5 years
✨Personality: Timid at first, but warms up fast. Nervous around other dogs, but once he sniffs them out… it’s GO time!! 😆
🔥 Energy Level: High; loves to play!
❤️Compatibility: Good with kids
🩺Health: Updated on all current vaccinations, not neutered (but we can arrange for it)
🐾Training: Housebroken and crate trained.

Rex is looking for a home where he can get lots of attention and playtime. He might be a little shy at first, but with a bit of patience and love, he’ll warm up and become your loyal companion.

Help us find Rex his forever home! ❤️

For a Meet & Greet w/ Rex DM or comment below.

🤝🏾Share this post and let’s give Rex the loving family he deserves.

10/16/2024

🌟 Join the Kenai's House Family! 🌟
Hey everyone! I'm Shareen Harding, founder and CEO of Kenai's House, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue based in Temecula, CA. This dream has been inspired by my beloved dog, Kenai.
🐾 Our Mission: At Kenai's House, we're more than just an animal rescue. We're a community dedicated to giving abandoned and neglected animals the love and care they deserve. Our focus is on RETENTION—keeping dogs in loving homes through education, resources, and training.
✨ Why Follow Us?:
* Stay updated on heartwarming rescue stories and successful adoptions.
* Gain access to valuable resources and training tips for your furry friends.
* Be part of a compassionate community that prioritizes animal welfare.
💛 How You Can Help:
1. Follow us: Join our journey and be the first to know about our latest rescues and events.
2. Donate: Your contributions help us expand and provide the best care for our animals.
* Paypal.me/kenaishouse
* Website- Kenaishouse.org
* Venmo-
3. Spread the Word: Share our mission with your friends and family. Every share brings us closer to finding homes for our animals.
🌱 Be Part of the Change: Together, we can make a huge difference in the lives of these animals. Your support means the world to us and the animals we rescue.
Join us at Kenai's House and help us create a loving, caring community for all animals. 🐶❤️

10/16/2024

W҉e҉d҉n҉e҉s҉d҉a҉y҉ S҉h҉o҉u҉t҉o҉u҉t҉ 📣

Hi, we’re Son and Stephanie Le, a photography duo based in Riverside County. Stephanie’s love for photography began at a young age, inspired by her dad, who used his camera to capture and preserve memories. Son was always by her side, helping with lighting and setup as they grew into the craft together.

When the COVID-19 shutdown hit, we found ourselves at a crossroads furloughed from our 9-5 jobs and unsure of what the future held. Faced with the decision to either start over or bet on our passion, we chose the latter, picking up the camera and making photography our full-time focus in 2021.
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Kenai’s House would love to give a huge THANK YOU to this amazing photography duo for coming out and capturing the personalities and stories of our adoptable pups. Since our photo shoot… Simba was adopted and Nala is in foster pending adoption!! 🙌🏾💕

Be sure to follow for your photos needs. They are all heart ❤️

10/11/2024

🌍 World Mental Health Day with Kenai’s House! 🌍
(I know I’m a day late 🤪)

Hey pet lovers! 🐾 On this World Mental Health Day, let’s celebrate the incredible bond between humans and their furry friends. Here’s how pets can boost your mental well-being and get you moving:

🦮 Benefits of Pets: ✨ Companionship - Pets are great listeners and loyal friends. ✨ Stress Relief - Petting your dog or cat can lower stress levels. ✨ Unconditional Love - The love from pets is pure and unconditional. ✨ Routine and Purpose - Taking care of your pet gives you a sense of responsibility and routine.
🚶‍♀️ Getting Active: ⚡ Daily Walks - Walking your dog gets you outside and active. ⚡ Playtime - Engaging with your pet keeps you moving and smiling. ⚡ Outdoor Adventures - Explore parks and trails with your furry buddy.
💖 More Good Vibes: 🌟 Emotional Support - Pets can provide comfort during tough times. 🌟 Social Connections - Walking your pet is a great way to meet new people. 🌟 Mindfulness - Spending time with pets helps you stay present and mindful.

Our pets are more than just animals—they’re family! Let’s give them some extra love today. 🐶💚

Interested in getting your first companion or adding to your family? Visit our website for our adoption-ready pets.
🌐www.kenaishouse.org
Join us at Kenai’s House as we celebrate the joy and wellness that our pets bring into our lives. Share your pet stories and photos with us!

PayPal.me/kenaishouse
Website- Kenaishouse.org
Venmo:

10/11/2024

The best view in the building! 🐾🧡
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Venmo:

10/09/2024

🐾 Meet Rex: Our Newest Resident at Kenai’s House 🐾

Say hello to Rex, our adorable mixed Chihuahua who is just a year and a half old! This little bundle of energy was recently surrendered by his owner and is now looking for a loving forever home.

💛 About Rex 💛
🐾Breed: Mixed Chihuahua
🐾Age: 1.5 years
🐾Personality: Timid at first but warms up fast. Anxious around other dogs and getting his nails clipped.
🐾Energy Level: High; loves to play!
🐾Compatibility: Good with kids
🐾Health: Updated on all current vaccinations, not neutered (but we can arrange for it)
🐾Training: Housebroken and crate trained (might have accidents if not taken out often or when excited)

Rex is looking for a home where he can get lots of attention and playtime. He might be a little shy at first, but with a bit of patience and love, he’ll warm up and become your loyal companion.

Help us find Rex his forever home! 🗣️ Share this post and let’s give Rex the loving family he deserves.

Interested in fostering:
🌐https://kenaishouse.org/foster-form/

Interested in adopting:
🌐https://kenaishouse.org/adoption-form/

✨Donate to help more dogs like Rex get their second chance.
PayPal.me/kenaishouse
Website- Kenaishouse.org
Venmo:

10/07/2024

🐾 Big shoutout to for their incredible generosity! They were donated 7.5 pallets of Just Food for Dogs and decided to bless 14 other rescues. We each received 20 cases of the food. I couldn’t believe it. 🐶❤️ On behalf of the dogs we have now and the ones to come... THANK YOU!

🌟 Your dedication to helping abandoned, neglected, and homeless senior dogs in our community is truly inspiring. It takes a village, and we are honored to be part of yours. 🏡🐕

10/07/2024

𝑲𝒆𝒏𝒂𝒊’𝒔 𝑯𝒐𝒖𝒔𝒆 𝑷𝒖𝒑𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒆💕

We have some great news… Nala is currently being fostered with the potential of adoption!! We are super excited for her new adventures with her sister Cassie. This adoption opportunity has another amazing perk… the family is friends with Simba’s parents so, they will get to see each other quite often.

Wishing Nala all the best in her new adventure to a furever family!!

10/05/2024

🎃✨ Kenai’s House October Events! ✨🎃

Get ready for a paw-some October filled with events that will make you wag your tail! 🐾

October 5: Louie’s Menifee 44th Anniversary & Fall Festival – Celebrate and have a blast at this incredible anniversary event! 🍂🎉

October 13: Day of the Dog - Space #50 – It’s a dog-lover’s paradise! Join us for a day dedicated to our furry friends. 🐕💕
October 19: Rescue with Rigsby: Pet Expo (Old Town Temecula) – Meet adoptable pets and learn about rescue efforts and shop dog friendly vendors. 🐾🏘️

October 26: Just Food for Dogs Grand Opening (Temecula location) – Don’t miss the grand opening of this amazing new spot for our four-legged buddies to grab healthy treats and food! 🐶🍗

We’re thrilled to see everyone in their Fall/Spooky attire! 🎃👻 Our adorable, cuddly adoptable friends can’t wait to meet you! 🐾💖

10/04/2024

🐾 Meet Rex: Searching for His Forever Home 🐾
Hello everyone, my name is Rex, and I’m a mixed Chihuahua, about a year and a half old. My previous family loved me very much, but due to unforeseen circumstances, they had to surrender me. Now, I’m on the lookout for a new loving home where I can thrive and be happy.
A little about me:
🐶 I have a lot of energy and absolutely love playing!
🐾 I get a bit anxious around other dogs and when getting my nails clipped, but with patience and love, I know I can overcome this.
👶 I’m good with kids and enjoy their company.
🏡 I’m housebroken and crate trained, though I might have an accident if I’m not taken out often or if I get too excited.
💉 I’m up-to-date on all my vaccinations.
✂️ I’m not neutered yet, but my current owner is willing to cover the cost for my new family.

I’m a bit timid when I first meet new people, but I warm up quickly and love to cuddle and play. I need a home where I can get lots of attention and playtime. If you think you could be my forever family, please reach out! Let’s make some happy memories together. ❤️

Foster Application :
🌐https://kenaishouse.org/foster-form/
Adoption Application:
🌐https://kenaishouse.org/adoption-form/

10/03/2024

𝑺𝒊𝒎𝒃𝒂 𝑷𝒖𝒑𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒆🐾
Just wanted to share a few pics of Simba living his best life. Friday will be week since he was adopted. His new family is absolutely, in love with me. They have nothing, but amazing things to say about him. He is well balanced, affectionate, and a quick learner. We are thrilled he is getting his second chance💗

Be sure you’re following us so you don’t miss any updates, events, or adoptions.

10/02/2024

🐾 𝑵𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍 𝑩𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒌 𝑫𝒐𝒈 𝑫𝒂𝒚 🐾
Today, we shine a light on our beautiful black-furred friends who often get overlooked in shelters. This phenomenon, known as Black Dog Syndrome, suggests that black dogs are adopted less frequently than their lighter-colored counterparts. While some studies challenge this notion, many shelter workers and rescue organizations still observe this bias.

🖤Why does this happen?
1. Superstitions: Black animals are often associated with bad luck or evil.
2. Photography: Black dogs can be harder to photograph, making them less appealing in online profiles.
3. Pop Culture: Negative portrayals of black dogs in media and literature.

🖤Did you know?
1. A study by Los Angeles Animal Services found that 28% of adopted dogs were black
2. Black dogs can spend almost four times as long in shelters compared to other dogs.

Let’s change this narrative! 🖤

𝑪𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝒕𝒐 𝑨𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏:
1. Share this post to spread awareness about Black Dog Syndrome.
2. Next time you rescue, consider the black or dark-colored dog wagging his tail, waiting for a loving home.

💕Together, we can help these wonderful dogs find their forever families. 🐶❤️