Poodle and Pooch Rescue

We are a 501(c)3 non profit organization in the Central Florida area that saves dogs that truly need help. We rescue the “leftovers” from animal control, the dogs nobody wants because they’re older or suffer from neglect, abuse or have a medical need.

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Volunteer Spotlight -- Janet

To say Janet is busy would be an understatement. The mom of two young children is also a real estate agent and former pro golfer who ran the New York marathon last year to raise money for golf programs that engage juniors and veterans. But she always makes time to volunteer with Poodle and Pooch as a member of our donor team. Janet writes a thank you letter to each Save a Dog sponsor and then sends updates throughout the adoption journey

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Volunteer Spotlight -- Cindy and Neil

For Cindy and Neil, it’s simple. If there is a dog in need, they are going to do everything they can to help. The couple moved to Central Florida in 2020 with their two dogs, Echo and Alex, and soon added Lulubelle, an emaciated dog attached to a 3-foot chain that they discovered while visiting friends in St. Lucia in the Caribbean. “St. Lucia has a huge stray dog issue. Lots of cruelty and breeding,” Neil says. Sadly, Echo and Alex died

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Save the Date!

Save the date for our next event! This October, Poodle and Pooch Rescue is teaming up with Mealey’s Sport Subaru South to celebrate #SubaruLovesPets month. Join us Saturday, Oct. 26 at Mealey’s Sport Subaru South, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., to meet some adoptable (or soon to be adoptable) pooches and enjoy some fun pet-friendly activities and offerings. We'll let you know which dogs you can expect to see as the event gets closer. You’ll also have the opportunity to chat with volunteers who

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Volunteer Spotlight -- Kristen

Meet Kristen! After following us on Instagram, Kristen knew where she wanted to volunteer. She fostered four or five pups and found all of them wonderful homes. Then came Samson, a Poodle mix who is nearly 13 years old. “From the minute I picked him up and looked at his face, I said, ‘Oh no, this is going to be a problem.’” Her husband, Erick, wasn’t really a dog person, but he also got very attached to Samson. “When I saw how bonded they

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Volunteer Spotlight -- Carola

Volunteer Carola tries to downplay what she does for Poodle and Pooch Rescue. But the truth is that she plays a vital role in our organization. Carola, who is on our donor team, works behind the scenes tracking every donation to ensure each person gets a thank you and updates on the dog they support. And she sends out the thank yous almost immediately – within a couple of days. “That’s one thing that’s very nice about Poodle and Pooch,” Carola says. “Most

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Special Needs
Dog Care

Saving Senior Dogs

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Program

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Velcro

American Bulldog, ,

***Velcro is a courtesy listing. Please submit an application and we will put you directly in touch with his caretakers.… show more

***Velcro is a courtesy listing. Please submit an application and we will put you directly in touch with his caretakers. Any meet and greets and adoptions will be handled directly by them.***

Meet Velcro! This 1.5-year-old weighs 65 lbs. This adventurous, athletic, affectionate guy is quite the social butterfly. He’ll greet you every day with an enthusiastic “wiggle butt” and a goofy grin.

General Behavior: Velcro would love to be with his human all day but he will also settle well in his bed with his Kong Wubba. He loves going for walks but can be a little nervous about new loud noises, but with encouragement he finds confidence to succeed.
Likes & Dislikes: Velcro is an energetic guy who loves toys—the more, the merrier!
Training: Velcro is a smart cookie. He is housetrained, walks well on the leash, is a good passenger in the car, and generally has good basic manners.
Medical: Velcro is a healthy boy! He just needs his monthly flea and heartworm preventatives, like any dog.
Other Animals: Velcro has a lot of energy and would love to play with other dogs who can match his energy in a neutral manner. He has not been observed around cats, but his caretakers don’t think that they would get along.
Children: Velcro hasn’t been observed around children yet.
Home: This easy-going guy would be happy in an apartment, condo, or single-family home: anywhere he can park his toys and snuggle up for some pats.
Grooming: As a short-haired dog, Velcro doesn’t have any elaborate grooming needs.
Overall: An active family is going to be very lucky to get this adventurous, resilient, quiet, curious, silly guy to share your lives?

Velcro is a courtesy listing. Please submit an application and we will put you directly in touch with his caretakers. Any meet and greets and adoptions will be handled directly by them. He is up to date on vaccines, heartworm negative, microchipped, and neutered.

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Thank you for interest in adopting a dog. There are lots of dogs that need your help. By adopting a dog from Poodle and Pooch Rescue, you are not only rescuing that dog, but part of your adoption donation helps us save other dogs. Adopting a dog helps us pay for the costs associated with rescuing your new friend, but it can also help our special needs dogs get the medical care they deserve. When your rescued dog comes from Poodle and Pooch Rescue, you save more than just one life! All dogs from Poodle and Pooch Rescue are fully vetted, groomed, spayed or neutered.

It’s really easy to adopt all you have to do is:

Check to see if you meet the requirements
Fill out the dog Adoption Application
Select A Pet
Fill out the questionnaire
We’ll call you to help find the right match for your family.

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Foster a Dog

Care for a dog until they’re ready for adoption

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Permanent Residents

Some of our dogs will stay in our care forever. Some have been through so much change and trauma in their lives that putting them through more change isn’t in their best interest, others may have medical needs or need hospice care – these dogs will remain in PPR foster care for the rest of their lives as Permanent Residents.

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Apply To foster

When you become a foster parent, you are playing a significant role in our rescue program. When you invite a dog into your home, you provide the love, patience, and guidance to a little dog in need, and Poodle and Pooch Rescue provides the rest! We are responsible for all vetting, grooming, and medical needs the dog may have, all you have to do is treat the dog as if it’s your own. A typical fostering lasts 2 to 3 weeks, and you are never stuck with a dog. You choose the dogs you want to foster, and you are free to foster at your own convenience. If for whatever reason the dog you choose doesn’t fit into your lifestyle, we will simply place the dog into a new foster family. You get to enjoy the companionship of a dog without the lifelong commitment.

It’s really easy to foster all you have to do is: