Dutch Country Animal Rescue

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Dutch Country Animal Rescue

We are a 501c3 approved organization on a mission to rescue and find a safe haven for displaced or abused animals, with foster homes in NY, PA, NJ, MD, & TX.
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𝑾𝒆 𝒕𝒂𝒌𝒆 𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒉 𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒄𝒖𝒆 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒚! Our vision is for all animals to be given the opportunity to live in a peaceful environment with a warm place to rest their head, proper medical care, a full belly, and to truly know the meaning of love. Our mission is to rescue abused or abandoned animals that otherwise would not have a chance. Most of our rescues come from puppy mills and high-kill shelters around

the country. Our organization is run entirely by a network of volunteers, so all public funds received are used directly for the rescue and care of animals in need. We typically rescue those that need us most; mill dogs at risk of being destroyed and dogs on death row in kill shelters. We can always use your help! If you are interested in getting involved, we would love to hear from you! Please send us an email at [email protected].

09/23/2024

09/22/2024

09/21/2024

Our Fall-O-Ween Online Auction has begun and will run through 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟱𝘁𝗵, 𝟵:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻/𝟲:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰. You'll find some great seasonal items for Fall and Halloween and you'll be helping our rescue dogs at the same time! Check back often so you don't miss something you didn't know you needed!

As USPS shipping costs continue to rise, please note that the auction prices include the cost of packaging and shipping so please take this into consideration when bidding. As always, all proceeds from our auctions go directly toward the vet bills of our rescues so please invite your family and friends to join us, as well, and enjoy a little bidding competition while helping the rescue dogs at the same time. Please be sure to check back at the end of the auction to see if you've won any items you've bid on.

We thank you for your support and happy bidding!

09/19/2024

While only having been released from the mill last month, our most recent rescue, Ella, is doing fantastic! She's begun playing with the other dogs and has picked up a couple of toys!

It's truly heartwarming to watch a dog recently released from a puppy mill begin to come out of their shell. With each passing day, they show more curiosity and confidence. Seeing them explore, play, and learn to trust is a reminder of the resilience and love these animals can bring into our lives. Every little step forward is a victory!

We'll keep you updated on her progress!

09/18/2024

Congratulations to Mira who has officially adopted her foster family! This tiny little girl came to us as a breeder release earlier this year from Pennsylvania. We extend our sincere appreciation to her foster family for taking her into their care when she was first released. We also extend heartfelt appreciation to Mira's sponsor, Sheree Afflerbach, for her support towards Mira's vetting while in foster care. We're thrilled that Mira has found her forever home where she has been deeply loved from day one!

09/11/2024

Today, we remember and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001. We pay tribute to the courage of first responders, the resilience of survivors, and the enduring spirit of unity that emerged from such a profound tragedy.

We pause to remember the courageous rescue dogs of 9/11, whose bravery and dedication provided hope amidst unimaginable despair. These loyal companions worked tirelessly, their unwavering spirit a testament to their strength and compassion. As we honor their memory, let us also recognize the profound bond between humans and animals, and the extraordinary impact these dogs had on a world in crisis. Their legacy lives on, reminding us of the power of selfless service and the incredible bond that connects us all.

May we always cherish the memories of those who were taken from us and continue to stand together in the face of adversity.

09/03/2024

Are you searching for a loyal companion? These three wonderful little girls are still looking for their forever homes! Each one has a unique personality and plenty of love to give. It's surprising they haven't found their families yet—could one of them be the perfect addition to your life? More details on each girl, as well as their requirements for adoption, can be found on our Petfinder page. Discover the joy a new family member can bring. Let’s help these amazing pups find the homes they deserve!

09/02/2024

Happy Labor Day from your friends at Dutch Country Animal Rescue!

Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of everyone who makes a difference in the lives of animals. A special shoutout to our incredible volunteers and supporters who tirelessly work to give our furry friends the love and care they deserve. Your efforts make a world of difference! Enjoy this well-deserved holiday, and thank you for all that you do!

09/01/2024

Tonight, our thoughts and prayers are with our founder, Kate, as we share in the sorrow of the recent passing of Lindsay.

Lindsay came to DCAR when she was rescued from a shelter in the East Bay area of California in 2019. After Kate brought her in as a foster, she immediately made herself at home bonding with one of Kate's senior Chihuahuas and later with DCAR permanent foster, Brinley. It soon became clear that she was meant to be a part of their family.

We ask you to please keep Lindsay's family in your thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.

Fly free, sweet girl. ❤️

08/29/2024

We are incredibly grateful to Susan McPherson for her generous support in sponsoring Ella while she is in foster care! Susan, your kindness helps ensure that she receives the care, comfort, and love she needs during this important transition. Your contribution not only aids in her immediate needs but also brings Ella one step closer to finding a forever home.

Thank you for being a part of her journey. Your compassion makes a world of difference!

08/28/2024

Today, we honor Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day, a special time to celebrate and remember our beloved pets who have crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. These cherished companions brought immense joy and love into our lives, and their memories continue to warm our hearts. May we find comfort in knowing that they are forever running free this side of heaven where pain and sorrow do not exist. Let us take a moment to reflect on the happiness they gave us and the special bond we shared. Their spirit will always be a part of us.

Please feel free to share your favorite photos and memories in the comments below. We would love to remember them with you.

08/27/2024

Please help us welcome Ella to the DCAR family! Ella, a soon-to-be 5 year old Shih Tzu, is a recent breeder release from Pennsylvania. Ella will be available for adoption once she’s been fully vetted. Keep an eye open for updates on this beauty!

Ella will be in need of a to help provide monthly support for her veterinary costs while she is in foster care. If you're interested in sponsoring Ella, please visit https://www.dutchcountryanimalrescue.org/sponsor.html.

08/26/2024

Happy National Dog Day!

Today we celebrate our furry friends who bring joy, loyalty, and unconditional love into our lives every day. Celebrated annually on August 26th, National Dog Day promotes and encourages those seeking new canine companions to consider choosing adoption.

In celebration of National Dog Day, share your favorite dog photos and stories with us and let's spread the love for our canine companions.

08/17/2024

Adoption announcement! 📣
Ollie found his forever home with a wonderful former adopter! He’s now called Zollie and he fits right into his small pack of other rescued pups. 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾
A big thank you to Sarah Neiswender for fostering this little boy until he found the right home and another thank you to Mary Lockard for sponsoring him! We’re so grateful to have such amazing support here at DCAR.
Have a happy life little boy!

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08/11/2024

Our friend, social media guru, and indispensable volunteer Sharyn recently lost her beloved pup, Sophie.

Sophie was rescued from a puppy mill in 2013 when she was 6 years old. She was adopted as part of a bonded pair with fellow Shih Tzu, Sara and a doggy DNA test later revealed that Sophie and Sara were actually sisters!
Please join us in sending healing thoughts to Sara, Emmie, Sharyn, and her husband as they grieve.

07/31/2024

Another heartbreaking post as we share that Angel has followed her foster brother, Marco, across the rainbow bridge.
Angel was rescued from a puppy mill in Missouri in June of 2014. Sadly, she was so traumatized by her former life that we decided to keep her in permanent foster care.
Despite some health problems along the way, Angel lived a long, happy life and was a beloved member of her foster family.
Our thoughts are with Sandy as she copes with the grief of losing two fur babies just days apart.
Fly free Angel. 🐾 🌈

07/31/2024

Maddie sure has been enjoying this beautiful summer! She loves long, exciting walks at the park followed by a peaceful afternoon swim in the pool. 😌

How this sweet young (she’s only a year old!) pup hasn’t found her forever home yet is beyond us!

If you’re interested in Maddie, apply today at dutchcountryanimalrescue.org!

07/30/2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of one of our longest lived forever fosters, Marco.
Marco was 8 years old when he was rescued just in time from a shelter in Irving, Texas at the end of 2013.
Due to behavioral issues, we chose to keep him in permanent foster care. We are grateful he was able to live a long, happy life with his loving foster mom, Sandy. We’d like to thank Maryann Eidemiller for being Marco’s sponsor these many years. We are grateful for your support!

07/30/2024

Help us welcome our newest addition, Lexie! 🐾
Lexie was recently rescued from a puppy mill in Pennsylvania. She’s an adorable Shih Tzu who turned 6 years old just last month!

As usual, this pup will be ready for adoption once she’s been spayed and vetted. Be on the lookout for updates as Lexie adjusts to her newfound freedom and life in a loving foster home!

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316 N. College Street , P. O. Box 541
Waxahachie, TX
75168

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http://www.dutchcountryanimalrescue.org/

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Our friend, social media guru, and indispensable volunteer Sharyn recently lost her beloved pup, Sophie. Sophie was rescued from a puppy mill in 2013 when she was 6 years old. She was adopted as part of a bonded pair with fellow Shih Tzu, Sara and a doggy DNA test later revealed that Sophie and Sara were actually sisters! Please join us in sending healing thoughts to Sara, Emmie, Sharyn, and her husband as they grieve.

Ollie and Stella are 2 year old Shih Tzus (Ollie will be 3 in December) who are very playful and inquisitive! Ollie is cautious but curious, and Stella is an adventurous, more low-key kind of girl. Both have been fully vetted and are ready to find their forever homes (with another dog as a companion and to continue to learn from). A fenced yard is required for our puppy mill rescues. If you are interested in adopting either Ollie or Stella, you can find our application at www.dutchcountryanimalrescue.org/adopt.html.

Ollie's vetting has been completed and he is ready to find his forever home! Ollie is a 2 year old Shih Tzu who was released to DCAR from a breeding farm in Pennsylvania. He is a cautious but curious little fellow who is very playful and very loving (he even asks to be held!). Ollie will need a home with another dog who he can learn from and seek comfort when frightened, and who will also be a playmate for him. A fenced yard is required for our puppy mill rescues. If you are interested in adopting Ollie, you can find our application at www.dutchcountryanimalrescue.org/adopt.html.

Stella has completed her vetting and is now ready to find her forever home! Stella came to us when she was released from a breeding farm in Pennsylvania. She is an almost-2 year old Shih Tzu girl who's friendly, playful, adventurous, and has found a love of toys! She is more low key and would do well with any age dog as a companion. A fenced yard is required for our puppy mill rescues. If you are interested in adopting Stella, you can find our application at www.dutchcountryanimalrescue.org/adopt.html.

And our little Poodle's new name is ...

𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗹𝗲'𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗶𝘀 ... Thank you so much to everyone who made a donation and entered their choice/s for a new name for our most recent rescue, a 7 year old mini Poodle. Our random winning selection comes to us from Nicola Marae Allain ... congratulations Nicola! All donations from this contest will go directly to the veterinary care of this precious little girl.

Now through Thursday, February 29th, get 10% off all items in our Dutch Country Animal Rescue store! Score some great apparel, homeware, accessories, and drinkware products and help our rescue dogs at the same time! Check out our store at https://teespring.com/stores/dutch-country-animal-rescue and enter code SPREADTHELOVE10 at checkout to receive your discount!

We would like to extend a very big Happy Birthday to Abner who celebrated his 17th birthday yesterday! Abner is a 2012 DCAR rescue who came to us from a Missouri puppy mill but now, he's living the dream! We all wish you the happiest of birthdays, Abner! We love you! ❤ #HappyBirthday #DutchCountryAnimalRescue #DCAR #AdoptDontShop #Rescue #RescueDog #PuppyMillAwareness

Happy Birthday, Hart

This handsome little fellow is Hart, a 2021 DCAR rescue who is celebrating his 11th birthday today! Please join us in wishing Hart a very Happy Birthday! We love you, Hart! ❤ #HappyBirthday

Think again.

As we say goodbye to 2023 and welcome the new year, Dutch Country Animal Rescue enters its 14th year in operation. Because of the help of our amazing team of fosters, volunteers, donors, sponsors, and those who take the time to help share our mission, we have saved 603 dogs since we began. This is a huge accomplishment considering what a small organization we are, and each dog saved is forever grateful for their second chance at life. We couldn't do what we do without the support of each and every one of you and we truly are forever grateful. From all of us at DCAR, we wish you and your families the very best in 2024, and may the spirit of the holiday bring you hope, peace, and new beginnings. #HappyNewYear #HappyNewYear2024 #DutchCountryAnimalRescue #DCAR

Happy holidays from our Dutch Country Animal Rescue family to yours!

🚨 FOSTER UPDATE! 🚨 It may be winter out there, but these little girls are still growing! Both are shedding their former life and learning to become loving family pets. As you can see in the video, Polly is more of the social butterfly while Louisa is still slowly coming out of her cocoon, preparing to spread her wings. No matter which stage of growth they’re at, we know each of these pups will brighten some lucky person’s life!

Today, #GivingTuesday, is a day dedicated to helping people and saving animals. We implore you participate again this year to help us save even more lives. You can do this either through matching donations on DCAR's Giving Tuesday fundraiser or by creating a personal fundraiser of your own on behalf of DCAR. Help us provide quality care for our puppy mill survivors. Help us put an end to puppy mills. Dutch Country Animal Rescue's mission is to rescue abused or abandoned animals that otherwise would not have a chance. The majority of our rescues come from puppy mills. There are thousands of puppy mills around the nation. Mill dogs are used for the sole purpose of breeding, and are typically housed outdoors in poor living conditions, with inadequate access to food, water, and medical care. If you purchase a puppy from a pet store, you are likely getting a mill dog. Dutch Country Animal Rescue frequently takes in more challenging dogs from puppy mills who are often in need of extensive medical care. We couldn't do what we do without the generous support of our donors and volunteers and we are forever grateful for your continued support. Please, help us help them. #GivingTuesday #ThisIsWhyWeDoWhatWeDo

It’s National Dog Day! This is what we do, and this is why we do it! If these pups hadn’t been rescued, they wouldn’t be able to celebrate National Dog Day with us today. We invite you to celebrate with us and share a picture of your precious dog/s in the comments below. #NationalDogDay

#Tucker #AvailableForAdoption #DutchCountryAnimalRescue #DCAR #AdoptDontShop

Little Tucker needs a home, A-D-O-P-T! And in this home he'll need some toys, A-D-O-P-T! With a tug toy here, and a squeaky ball there, Here a toy, there a toy Everywhere a Tucker toy! Little Tucker needs a home, A-D-O-P-T! Little Tucker needs a home, A-D-O-P-T!

Thank you for your support of our recent See's Candies Yumraiser! This fundraiser will help significantly with the veterinary bills of our latest rescues. ❤

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𝑾𝒆 𝒕𝒂𝒌𝒆 𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒉 𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒄𝒖𝒆 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒚!

Our vision is for all animals to be given the opportunity to live in a peaceful environment with a warm place to rest their head, proper medical care, a full belly, and to truly know the meaning of love.

Our mission is to rescue abused or abandoned animals that otherwise would not have a chance. Most of our rescues come from puppy mills and high-kill shelters around the country.

Our organization is run entirely by a network of volunteers, so all public funds received are used directly for the rescue and care of animals in need. We typically rescue those that need us most; mill dogs at risk of being destroyed and dogs on death row in kill shelters.

We can always use your help! If you are interested in getting involved, we would love to hear from you! Please send us an email at [email protected].