Compassionate Animal Rescue Efforts of Dutchess County - CARE of DC

Compassionate Animal Rescue Efforts of Dutchess County - CARE of DC CARE of DC is a "No Kill" organization. We take in animals that are "at risk" and try to find forever homes for them.

CARE of DC is a "No Kill", non profit organization. Our goal is to save as many animals from euthanasia as possible. We take our animals from high kill shelters and work to rehabilitate them and find forever homes. Our organization works closely with other rescues and shelters that share in our values. We have developed a strong network of "no kill" partners and we assist them on a regular basis.

We take in corporate donations, warehouse them and then work to distribute the donated food and supplies to our partners in need.

Today was a big day for one of our hoarding case dogs!When we first brought him in, one of our team members spent hours ...
11/01/2025

Today was a big day for one of our hoarding case dogs!
When we first brought him in, one of our team members spent hours carefully cutting away painful mats with a pair of scissors. But today, he got to visit a professional groomer — and the difference is incredible.

The mats were so severe and tight to his skin that they came off in two solid pieces from his front legs (you can see them in the picture).

Check out his amazing before and after! 💕

Please help us choose a name for this little warrior. We would appreciate suggestions in the comments!

We're going to put all the name suggestions in a hat and announce the winner on Monday 🙂

Come visit our adoptable pups & cats !!! If looking to adopt please put in an application to get pre approved @ careofDc...
10/30/2025

Come visit our adoptable pups & cats !!! If looking to adopt please put in an application to get pre approved @ careofDc.org 🐾
🐈 🐶 🐕 🐈‍⬛ 🐾
“When you adopt a pet, you save two lives—the one you adopt and the one who takes its place

10/28/2025

We recently got a desperate call for help from the ACC in Queens. 💔

Caramel Apple had been found tied up in Brooklyn and brought to the shelter for safety — but soon after, he had come down with pneumonia.

For those who may not know, NYC shelters are overflowing with animals every single day. Sadly, that means the euthanasia list grows longer than anyone can imagine.

When a dog like Caramel Apple gets sick, their chances of survival drop even more — not because anyone wants it that way, but because there simply isn’t enough space or resources.

Thankfully, we saw, we heard and we understood their cry and stepped in. 🍎💕

Caramel Apple is now safe in our care, receiving treatment, love, and a second chance at life. His fight isn’t over yet — but he’s not fighting alone.

Be part of his story. Be part of his happy ending.

👉 Apply to adopt Caramel Apple today at CAREofDC.org 🐾

Looking for a new boyfriend to share the holidays with? We have lots of handsome men to come & meet! Guaranteed to creat...
10/28/2025

Looking for a new boyfriend to share the holidays with? We have lots of handsome men to come & meet! Guaranteed to create amazing memories and life-long love!

Visit careofdc.org to submit your adoption application today

This Saturday 11/1, we will be holding 2 adoption events in lieu of our adoption day at our facility. One at Docs K9, 38...
10/28/2025

This Saturday 11/1, we will be holding 2 adoption events in lieu of our adoption day at our facility. One at Docs K9, 385 Foxhall Ave, Kingston from 10-4 and one at Petco, 1933 South Rd, Poughkeepsie from 11-3. Please join us at one of our events to meet our amazing pups and cats and fall in love with your newest family member!

We’re hiring again! We are in need of help Saturday morning 8-12noon and Sunday evening 5-7/8pm.Are you passionate about...
10/27/2025

We’re hiring again! We are in need of help Saturday morning 8-12noon and Sunday evening 5-7/8pm.

Are you passionate about animals and looking for a rewarding job? We’re excited to announce that we’re expanding our team and are currently seeking a reliable and dedicated individual to join us as a Kennel Attendant.

**Job Responsibilities:**
- 🐾 Cleaning, sweeping, and mopping dog and cat cages to ensure a healthy and hygienic environment for our furry friends.
- 🐾 Washing dishes and doing laundry to maintain cleanliness and organization.
- 🐾 Administering medications when needed, ensuring our animals receive the care they require.
- 🐾 Sorting through and putting away donations, helping us manage the generous contributions from our community.

**Requirements:**
-must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must have a trustworthy means of transportation and be able to arrive at work on time.
- Must be capable of lifting and carrying 50-pound bags of dog food to refill food containers, as well as transporting 3-gallon water buckets to and from the dog kennels.
*******Must be able to work at least two of the available shifts.

**Available Shifts:**
Saturday 8am-12ish
Sunday 5pm-7 or 8pm
*time depends on how many dogs we have & how long it takes to feed, clean & walk them *

If you’re enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of animals and meet the above requirements, we’d love to hear from you!

‼️Please email [email protected] if you have any questions regarding the job, and to receive a job application!‼️

Exhausted pups after a full day of meeting new friends, thanks to Barton Orchards! A very successful day ❤️
10/27/2025

Exhausted pups after a full day of meeting new friends, thanks to Barton Orchards! A very successful day ❤️

A HUGE thank you to Barton Orchards for having us at their Tract-orTreat festival this weekend. They helped us to get ho...
10/27/2025

A HUGE thank you to Barton Orchards for having us at their Tract-orTreat festival this weekend. They helped us to get homes for several of our dogs as well as meeting many new potential adopters! Every pup that finds a home is a miracle ❤️

10/27/2025

🎉🐶 Happy 3-Week Birthday to Mamacita’s “Hungry Hippos”! 🍼💗

Three weeks ago, Mamacita surprised us with TEN beautiful puppies — and today, these little wiggle worms are officially three weeks old!

They’ve grown so much that they’ve officially graduated from their kiddie pool to a big puppy pen, because, let’s just say… the pool could no longer contain all that cuteness (and chaos!). 😄

We lovingly call them the Hungry Hippos, because mealtime is their favorite time of day — and they don’t hold back! 🐷🍽️

Stay tuned for more updates as they continue to grow, wobble, and discover the world one paw at a time. 💕

We’re at Barton Orchards until 3om today! Come visit us 🐶🐶
10/26/2025

We’re at Barton Orchards until 3om today! Come visit us 🐶🐶

10/26/2025

A heartfelt thank you to our compassionate community. We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible outpouring of support during today's cat adoption event.
To everyone who opened their heart and home, thank you. You've created space for us to rescue even more cats in need.
This success story belongs to all of us-our dedicated volunteers, fosters, and most importantly, our adopters. Your decision to adopt has a ripple effect, and together, we are building a kinder community for all our feline friends

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P. O. Box 4
Wappingers Falls, NY
12590

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+18452404862

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