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Kimberley Fritch
November 29th, 2024

A Testament to the Beauty and Resilience of Shelter Dogs

Ducky has brought incredible joy and love into our lives, joining our family in November 2023. He'd been rescued from a rural shelter and was recovering from heartworms. I joke with his foster Mom that he is The Perfect Dog, but he really did come to us "turnkey ready!" His favorite thing is sitting smooshed between the two of us on the couch (or on the bed-he MIGHT be a little spoiled). He is a happy guy with a range of walks to express emotion--his prance, his hop, his march. And, of course, his zoomies, which are something to behold, considering his low rider build. Ducky is a testament to the beauty and resilience of shelter dogs and we are so grateful y'all saw him and rescued him.
Lillian Heath
March 10th, 2024

We Love Her With All Our Heart

My family and I adopted our baby girl two years ago. She was a stray in San Antonio and got hit by a dumpster truck at just a few months old. She fractured her back leg, and was 15 minutes away from being put down when Austin Dog Rescue and her foster mom rescued her. A few months later, we found her. We had recently lost our childhood dog to a tumor, and we were finally ready to add a new addition to our family. And our puppy fit right in! We love her with all our heart. We named her ‘Vida Nova’ for new life. Thank you to Austin Dog Rescue and all the foster pawrents out there!
Catherine Palmer
March 21st, 2021

We Are Perfect Together

We adopted Luna a month ago and couldn't be happier. She loves running the trails, dipping in the creek, traveling, sleeping in the semi truck, bonding with the cat and giving so much love to our family. Thank you ADR for saving this precious little girl. From the day I met her I knew we would be perfect together. She is my constant companion and my grandson's best lil buddy! We look forward to many wonderful years of smiles, laughter, love and miles together. I don't know what I would do without her!
Mike and Julie Lewis
November 30th, 2020

Thank You, Thank You, Thank You

We adopted Mikey (now Reilly) 2 years ago. He was very nervous around new people and afraid to come into the house. He has come such a long way and is so sweet! He loves to play with his sister Margo and snuggle up with us once he wears himself out. Thank you, thank you, thank you for taking a chance on this guy and keeping him safe and loved until we found each other!
Lauren E.
August 28th, 2019

Formed the Sweetest Bond

We brought our precious Molly girl home about 2 months ago and she’s been such a wonderful addition to our family!! Molly is such a sweet and gentle soul and has formed the sweetest bond with our toddler. We just love her so much! It took a few weeks for our other fur baby and Molly to get adjusted but boy are they inseparable now! Everything in time :) Molly girl loves her morning runs with mom and belly scratches from just about anyone she can sucker into it! Shes smart, cuddly and full of life. Thank you ADR for taking such great care of her!
Roger and Joan Goodwin
July 3rd, 2018

Happy, Full of Energy and Love

Rascal came to live with my wife and I on June 30, 2018. We love having the little guy around, he is happy, full of energy and love. We would recommend to anyone who is looking for a pet to do a rescue if you can. These animals are so appreciative and have a lot of love to give. Be patient with them, let them get comfortable and enjoy a long life together. Roger and Joan Goodwin
Jessica Friedman
April 17th, 2018

This Dog is My Entire Heart

I adopted Libby from ADR in March of 2014. She was found by a good Samaritan tied to a lamp post near a highway in Killeen. After being taken into the Killeen Shelter, and put on the list to be euthanized, ADR advocated for her, and fostered her for months before they felt she was ready for her forever home. We had some growing pains initially, but 4 years later, and this dog is my entire heart. She has become the happiest most loving companion, and truly a best friend. I am so thankful to the ADR for uniting me with my Libby girl!
Amy Weems
August 10th, 2016

So Grateful that I Found Her

I can't imagine life without my Bubbles!! She has now been with me through getting married (and gaining a fur-sister), moving to California, moving to Germany, moving back to California and exploring every place we have been in between. This pup has lived and traveled the world! I am so grateful that I found her through ADR :)
Alex Thomas & Wellington Chew
March 19th, 2016

Our Unique and Perfect Child

Buttercup had been passed around a handful of shelters and homes, then posted as a "pitbull for sale" on Craigslist before ADR rescued her. Seven months later, we have come to know Buttercup as a fast-learning, all-animals-friendly, people-loving, vacuum-loathing, exercise-enthusiastic cuddlebug. In short, she is our unique and perfect child. We will always be grateful to ADR for making our family--and so many others--complete.
Kathy Klein
January 1st, 2016

My Constant Companion

Bailey (formerly Delta Dawn) could not have come into my life at a better time! I adopted her in May 2015, and shortly thereafter was diagnosed with uterine cancer. After successful surgery, I had to spend a lot of time at home recuperating. Bailey has been my constant companion. She's an extremely smart, sweet, low key bundle of fur who loves to snuggle with me. I had an electronic dog door installed, and she loves to set her own schedule and run outside in my fenced yard whenever the urge strikes her. I couldn't ask for a better fur baby, and am so grateful to have found her.
Mandy G
December 7th, 2015

She Won His Heart

We welcomed Lila (Keely) to our home in early August. Neither my husband nor I had a dog growing up and I had some dog fear from prior negative experiences. We didn't want our kids growing up the same way. Our oldest son expressed interest in getting a dog as reward for his good grades. As soon as she was in our home, she won his heart completely. He is a complete dope for his dog. The picture I am sharing is of he and his baby snuggling. He gets up early every morning to take her on her morning walk, they play soccer, and they have a second walk in the afternoon. The highlight of the day is when he comes home from school. "The boy! The boy is here!! I love the boy!" He talks to her in his Lila only voice, which is a totally ridiculous baby voice. We think it is hilarious. She sleeps in his bed every night and is a bed hog, but he doesn't mind. "She was so adorable, I couldn't move her." The change in our family has been dramatic. Everyone is more relaxed. The only snag is that Lila and our cat Lizzie hate each other. We are currently looking at getting another dog so our youngest boys can have a snuggle buddy too.
James Morford
July 27th, 2015

Done So Much For Me

I adopted Skye back in August of 2014. This dog has done so much for me I can't even begin to explain. But wanted to show that she just graduated on 27 July 2015 from Good Manners 1 Training held by Briana Stringer, Owner of Sublimes Canine. Skye is posing in her graduation outfit. I hope you all enjoy how happy Skye and myself are together thanks to you all. Very Respectfully, James Morford
Terri Curtis
January 25th, 2014

Big Lovable Snuggle Bug

Windy is settling quite nicely into her new "furever" home. She is getting along well with her two Chihuahua brothers. She just met my 3 year old grand daughter for the first time this weekend and she got along just great with her and was very gentle. Windy is enjoying her 1/2 acre yard and goes on "big dog patrol" and scopes out the entire yard for any critters that might intrude and keeps a watchful eye on the pony that lives next door. She is a big lovable snuggle bug and we are so thankful to Austin Dog Rescue for letting us include her in our pack.
Chris
December 20th, 2013

Fate Brought Us Together

It's been 4 years since fate brought Stella & I together. She's been my most beloved & trusted companion each and every one of those days through so many of life's events. Thank you ADR for loving my girl until we found each other. We looked at countless dogs on adoption websites but when we saw the pictures of Leeloo on the ADR website, we immediately knew that she was the perfect dog for us. Leeloo has been in our lives for only two weeks now but she has already made a huge impact on our family. She is one of the most loving and intelligent dogs we have ever met and will definitely be a great Pit Bull breed ambassador. Although our cat Buddy is not quite a superfan yet, even he is warming up to her. We are so appreciative that the good people at Austin Dog Rescue saved Leeloo from the euthanize list of the Bastrop animal shelter and that her foster mom, Courtney took such good care of her before she found her forever home. ADR is proof that all dogs deserve a chance at a happy life.
Emily
December 17th, 2013

True Companion

In 2007, this sweet tiny soul came from the caring home of an ADR foster into mine and I can't imagine life without her! Daisy has been my true companion for the last 6 years, and though she may be a bit more gray, she certainly couldn't be happier. Thanks for everything you do, ADR.
Lance Taylor
December 4th, 2013

First Dog in Over 20 Years

Gracie is my first dog in over 20 years. I was actually set to adopt a Border Collie when I saw Gracie's tragic story on ADR. She had been neglected, and her leg became infected after possibly being run over. The vet made the decision to remove her leg, and on top of that she was heartworm positive. But she made it through both ordeals with such grace, so when I adopted her, I named her Gracie. She has been in my loving home ever since, and we adopted another 3-legged dog named Trey whom she loves endlessly.
Susie Gielow and Brendan Burke-Phillips
December 4th, 2013

Permanent Place In Our Family

What an incredible difference six months has made! When we first adopted Vito, he was so shy and scared that it took 45 minutes to coax him out of my car. Our sweet little guy has totally blossomed, now though, and he is the funniest, most adorable pup you could imagine. Although he still runs to his crate when someone new comes to the door, his "adjustment period" is much, much shorter. He is even starting to approach people on his own. Vito loves his Kong toy, chasing squirrels with his big brother, Oz, going for car rides, and especially snuggling on the bed with Mom and Dad. He loves getting and giving kisses. Vito has made his permanent place in our family, and we can't imagine life without him. Thank you so much to the people at ADR who took a chance on him.
Jessica and Ryan Stathos
December 2nd, 2013

Blessing To Our Family

We adopted Mag from ADR over a year ago and he has been a blessing to our family. His sweet heart, goofy demeanor, and oversized (literally) love has made our little family complete. Our little Maltese adores him, as they have become a team in guarding our house from all birds, squirrels, cats, etc. We are so thankful for all the work that ADR has done and we continue to support them, as Magnum is living proof of the good that they do in our community.
Darla Deen
November 29th, 2013

Social Schmoozer

We adopted Jake in March of this year. He is such a part of our family now and so spoiled. We took him with us to my daughter's new home on Thanksgiving and if he wasn't running in their big backyard he was inside schmoozing all the women who kept telling him how handsome he was. ADR does such great work. Jake thanks you for his forever home.
Emily & Mitch
October 25th, 2013

Loveable Goofball

What a blessing Scarlet (formerly Jolie) has been to us! She is such a lovable goofball, we don't know how we ever lived without her. She loves to sit in our laps and give kisses, and she has already made some other puppy friends! Thank you to the Austin Dog Rescue, and to Scarlet’s foster mom Ginger, for all you do and for bringing our Scarlet into our lives. We fall in love with her more and more every day and we are so glad our path crossed with hers.
Aaron and Glenna Laughlin
August 28th, 2013

Instant Family

Niya became part of our family in June, and she has added so much already! She is a sweet girl who loves to please. Our 20 month old son is in love with her, and he won't leave the house without giving her kisses and a treat! She has A LOT of energy and loves to jog with the stroller or with me on roller blades. She can run four miles in less than 30 minutes and keep going, I'm sure! She is smart and a quick learner, but definitely prefers when others are around. We love her so much! Thanks, ADR, and especially Tammy for being such a great foster mom!
CM Marihugh
August 16th, 2013

Special Soul

Four months ago, Zume (FKA Boomer) came to us from ADR and has added such joy, sweetness and fun to our house! He had to lie low for several weeks due to heartworm but is now heartworm negative and so healthy! Throughout it, he has been such as "special soul" as ADR described him. We call him and his rescue brother - 'brothers from different mothers' as they love to play, hang out, and take care of each other. He just completed his Foundations in obedience training and is a quick and avid learner, so we'll keep doing fun training with him. He has some fears that we're working through but he always has a sweet tail wag and loves to be loved. We couldn't feel more fortunate - thank you for rescuing him!
Riley Blake
July 7th, 2013

Thankful For Her Every Day

I adopted Tallulah from ADR in January of 2009, and I am so thankful for her every day. Tallulah and I have shared some great adventures, including a move (for 2.5 years) to Colorado where she got to hike many mountains and swim in numerous rivers! We've since moved back to Austin and are having a great time re-visiting all of the parks/trails we enjoyed when we lived here previously. Tallulah makes new friends everywhere she goes, and makes me smile with happiness every day! I would like to thank your organization for saving Tallulah's life, because I was able to find my dog, and my best friend.
Noel Greer
June 23rd, 2013

So Lovable and Deserves It

We are so happy that we found Maximus (FKA Kamdon) through ADR! He is so sweet, goofy, smart, and lovable. He has grown so much in the last month since we have adopted him. He is doing very well with learning commands and what is his to carry around and what is ours to leave alone. :) He loves to play in the rain or in the pond at the dog park and is terribly excited about figuring out the occasional toad we come across on our walks around the neighborhood - which is quite comical to watch. I am happy that he now has a family who will love and care for him because he is so lovable and deserves it. Thank you to everyone at ADR for rescuing him for us and all that you do!
Emily Jones
June 14th, 2013

Incredible and Dedicated

I am so thankful for ADR for helping me rescue my dog Hank. He quickly became a loved member of our family. Hank is such a sweet and energetic dog that adds happiness to my life everyday. ADR has such a wonderful team of volunteers that rescue scarred or lonely dogs from shelters that otherwise might not have had a chance at life. They make it possible for people like me to find incredible and dedicated companions.
Liv
June 4th, 2013

Fate Brought Us Together

It's been 4 years since fate brought Stella & I together. She's been my most beloved & trusted companion each and every one of those days through so many of life's events. Thank you ADR for loving my girl until we found each other.