r/rescuedogs 13d ago

MOD Community Update & Recent Changes

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Hi everyone! The mod team has been hard at work on cleaning up and updating r/rescuedogs. The goal is to make the subreddit easier to use, easier to moderate consistently, and (most importantly) a better place for people working with rescued dogs.

We've made quite a few changes recently, so here's a quick overview.

๐Ÿ“‹ Rules & Flair

We've rewritten and streamlined the subreddit rules to make them clearer and easier to follow. Please review them again before posting/commenting.

Some of the biggest changes include:

  • Be Civil now explicitly covers harassment and demeaning comments directed at both users and animals.
  • Stay On Topic now covers both off-topic posts and discussions that derail otherwise relevant threads.
  • Adoption/Foster/Rescue networking has been consolidated into a clearer format.
  • Donation and fundraising requirements have been updated, simplified, and clarified as well as added a disclaimer.
  • Pledge rules have been updated to make the process clearer.
  • No Spam has been updated to cover a broader range of abuse.
  • No Breed-Based Hate or Dog-Directed Harassment has been clarified.
  • Good-faith discussion about breeds and related topics is allowed, but inflammatory comments and attacks on breeds or individual dogs are not.
  • Safety & Bite History now focuses on dogs with a documented history of biting a person that drew blood, made more consistently enforcible, and added a disclaimer.
  • Outdated and redundant rules have been removed.

We've also cleaned up the post flairs and consolidated several categories to make choosing the appropriate flair easier, as well as adding an 'Outcome' flair for adoption posts that have had outcomes.

๐Ÿค– Automod & Moderation

  • We've cleaned up the Automod configuration and removed a number of outdated or unnecessary rules and automated messages.
  • The welcome message has also been simplified. New users are now directed to review the rules and report rule-breaking content rather than engaging with it.
  • We've also standardized our saved responses for removals, bans, and common modmail questions so that moderation decisions can be communicated more consistently.

๐Ÿ• Networking & Euthanasia Posts

  • We've updated the formatting requirements for adoption/foster/rescue pull, and euthanasia/deadline posts.
    • The goal is to make these posts easier for people to find and understand while keeping the process as simple as possible for the people doing the actual networking.
  • We've added an Outcome flair so that posts can be updated by OP when we know what happened to an animal.
  • Comments are now set to display oldest first, which should make it easier to follow updates on networking and urgent posts. Votes are also hidden for the first 60 minutes.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Donations & Pledges

  • We've clarified the requirements for donation requests and added a disclaimer that verification is not a guarantee or endorsement and that users are responsible for doing their own due diligence before donating.
  • A new form has been created to streamline donation plea requests.
  • We've also added saved modmail responses to help people who want to make donation requests understand the verification process.

๐Ÿ”— Community Resources

  • We've updated the sidebar and added links to other communities and resources that may be useful for adoption, fostering, pet help, lost animals, and other situations that don't fit within r/rescuedogs.
  • We've also added the ability to sort posts by post flair, so users can tailor what they want to see.

๐Ÿ’ฌ Community Feedback

  • We're also reaching out to established members of the community, including people who have regularly used r/rescuedogs for rescue networking, to hear what has and hasn't been working.
  • We know that changes to a community are much more useful when they're informed by the people who actually use it, so if there's something you think we should know about, please feel free to send us a modmail.

This is an ongoing process. We don't expect to get everything perfect immediately, but we're committed to making r/rescuedogs a useful, welcoming place for people trying to help dogs in need.

Thank you to everyone who has stuck around, contributed, reported problems, networked dogs, fostered, adopted, or otherwise helped make this community what it is.

~ The r/rescuedogs Mod Team


r/rescuedogs Mar 28 '25

MOD POST FAQ: PLEDGES AND VISIBILITY.

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Hello!

The modmail (and my own) inbox has been flooded with questions about pledges and boosting posts. This post will be pinned at the top of the community with the rest of our guidelines and updates. I will also be creating a spreadsheet of FAQ answers for new questions that arise. If I miss any questions in this post, please leave a comment or shoot a message.

Thanks!

  1. Q: What is a pledge? A: Pledges are promised amounts of money that will be donated if an animal is pulled by a rescue group. A pup with pledges is likely to attract a rescue's interest.

  2. Q: How much can I pledge? A: Whatever you feel comfortable donating.

  3. Q: How do I pledge for a dog I see on r/rescuedogs? A: Comment on the post with your amount. Networkers that are posting should be keeping a list of pledges for the pups they have posted.

  4. Q: How do I know when and where to send money? A: The networkers will post a public update if a pup was saved and pledges need to be honored. All information should be included in this update post. PLEASE DO NOT SEND MONEY TO ANYONE THAT REACHES OUT VIA PRIVATE MESSAGE TO COLLECT PLEDGES.

  5. Q: I'm a networker, how can I keep up with pledges? A: We recommend google sheets or excel. Creating a google form for pledges is also a great idea.

  6. Q: I'm feeling uncomfortable with someone reaching out about honoring my pledge, what do I do? A: Report to moderators immediately.

  7. Q: How do I know who and how much I've pledged for? A: Look at your comment history. Moderators DO NOT handle any aspect of pledging.

  8. Q: What type of posts get the most visibility? A: Specific and structured posts. Our euthanasia rule states no emojis and has a format for a reason: the algorithm improves when the format is followed and your posts reach more home pages. Posts with a picture or video see more traffic as well.

  9. Q: I can't pledge, foster, or adopt right now. What can I do to help? A: Like, comment, and share.

  10. Q; I see "boost" in lots of comments, what does this do? A: Comments boost a post to increase traffic.

  11. Q: Does commenting "boost" actually boost a post? A: Commenting the single word does not. Comments with 5 or more words DO boost a post. Remember that multiple comments or spamming boost on a post NEGATIVELY impacts its visibility. One longer comment does more than multiple small ones.

This should cover all of our most asked questions. If you have additional, please leave them in the comments and we will answer as we can. As always, rescuing takes a village and on behalf of the mod team, we're so grateful to have as large of a village as ours. <3


r/rescuedogs 4h ago

CW: Euthanasia 9/1 Urgent Now! WINTER A660406 is a petite 30 lb, 5 y/o brindle Bluetick Coonhound mix (HW-) who is happy, sweet & ready for a family! Urgently seeking loving foster/forever home! Houston, TX (Adoptable Out of State & Canada)

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r/rescuedogs 13h ago

Adoption/Foster Plea 10week old Lucky is on 9/2 euthanasia deadline ๐Ÿšจ Dallas, Texas ๐Ÿšจ Dallas animal services

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r/rescuedogs 8h ago

CW: Euthanasia Final extension to 9/1. Juan (#A2092880) is a calm, sweet, affectionate & well-mannered 4-year-old Staffy Mix. The shelter falsely claimed he can't walk on a leash. Please watch his video which proves otherwise. Available to foster/adopt at BARC in Houston, TX (out-of-state transport possible)

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r/rescuedogs 4h ago

CW: Euthanasia 9/1 Urgent Now! JJ A660429 is a 2 y/o small 29 lb Cattle Dog mix. People friendly, curious & takes treats gently. Urgently seeking a loving foster/forever home! Houston, TX (Adoptable Out of State & Canada)

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r/rescuedogs 12h ago

Adoption/Foster Plea Max update! 37.2#

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r/rescuedogs 2h ago

CW: Euthanasia 9/1 Urgent Now! MAXWELL A559310 has been waiting since 7/19 โ€” only 38 lbs, neutered, ppl & dog-friendly sweet Lab mix. Urgently seeking loving foster/forever home! Was adopted from HCP in 2020 & abandoned. Houston, TX (Adoptable Out of State & Canada)

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r/rescuedogs 4h ago

CW: Euthanasia Brock has till 4:30 today he has no interest. Heโ€™s the sweetest heโ€™s at San Antonio Animal Care services!! He needs a hero

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r/rescuedogs 1h ago

CW: Euthanasia 9/1 Urgent Now! MISSY A660456 is a beautiful 5 y/o Pittie mix who is sweet, calm, very friendly & attentive. She hangs on to every word you say! Urgently seeking loving foster/forever home! Houston, TX (Adoptable Out of State & Canada)

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r/rescuedogs 3h ago

CW: Euthanasia Brock is running out of time. He is only 1 he has till 4:30 today ๐Ÿฅบ๐Ÿšจ๐Ÿ’”

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year old and should be starting his life with a familyโ€”not facing a heartbreaking deadline in a shelter.

โ€ข BROCK (A822015) is a playful, handsome pup with the sweetest markings and those adorable freckles that make him impossible not to love.

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He's well groomed,

affectionate, and turns heads whenever he's out walking.

And yet... there are still NO INQUIRIES for him.

Brock is:

Pet friendly & submissive

Easy to leash and walk

Easy to return to his kennel โ€” he can be

carried back

Loves affection

He NEEDS PLACEMENT TODAY. The shelter

is not going to extend him.

Email acsfoster@sanantonio.gov to inquire

about fostering Brock.

Please, please share this sweet boy. He only needs one person to say YES!!


r/rescuedogs 12h ago

Adoption/Foster Plea Mufasa update!!

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r/rescuedogs 7h ago

Adoption/Foster Plea San Pedro, CA beautiful GSD on euthanasia list for 9/2 am at Harbor Shelter. Charlie A2289340

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EUTHANASIA LISTED- must exit Harbor Shelter by EOD 9-1. Charlie arrived at Harbor shelter on August 13 as a โ€œstray," though the people who brought him in seemed to know him well. Regardless of how he ended up here, he is now on the euthanasia list after only two short weeks.ย ย He's been out with a few volunteers, but hasn't had nearly enough time for his true personality to fully shine.

Charlie is a people-oriented dog who thrives on human companionship. He knows "sit" and โ€œshake" perfectly, takes treats with a soft, gentle mouth, and will happily follow you around the yard with bright eyes and focused attention-especially if treats are involved. He's potty trained and easy to handle on leash.

Due to barrier reactivity, Charlie has only been able to go out as a solo dog with DPFL. He's still learning to trust again and can seem a bit anxious, though he's been wonderful with every volunteer who's spent time with him. He simply needs more time and a stable home to feel secure.ย ย I've personally taken Charlie out twice, and he's a really good buddy-sweet, attentive, and gentle. He deserves the chance to show who he truly is.

Charlie #A2289340
2yo (intact) male, 42lbs
โ€œStrayโ€ intake 8-13-26

Harbor shelter
957 N. Gaffey Street
San Pedro, CA 90731
310-548-2632 (tel:310-548-2632)

For further info, please contact-
Lifesaving liaison:
mailto:Delicia.Hernandez@lacity.org
213-605-4473 (tel:213-605-4473)

Supervisor
mailto:Martha.Lopez@lacity.org
mailto:Jill.Meza@lacity.org


r/rescuedogs 8h ago

Discussion How am I supposed to function with this much cuteness around? ๐Ÿ˜ญ๐Ÿ˜ญ๐Ÿ˜ญ

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r/rescuedogs 8h ago

CW: Euthanasia Extended to 9/1. Meet Brisket (#A2091190), a laid-back & well-mannered 7-year-old Staffy Mix (possibly Boxer). Please watch the video & read her volunteer notes. Shelter notes don't accurately reflect behavior/temperament. Available to foster/adopt at BARC in Houston, TX (transport possible).

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r/rescuedogs 8h ago

Adoption/Foster Plea Extended! Gorgeous 5yo stray Sarina A2088487 is on the EU list at BARC Shelter in Houston Tx for 9/1@1pm. Abandoned by previous, arriving with multiple dogs, sweet Satina deserves tlc, safety &stability. She can be locally fostered, rescued, or adopted in/out of state and into Canada. Pls share!

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r/rescuedogs 1h ago

CW: Euthanasia Hunter needs a hero! Immediate foster or adopter and gain a best friend! Save him from San Bernardino City Animal Shelter now! #A575106

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r/rescuedogs 4h ago

CW: Euthanasia Brock A822015 only has till 4:30 at animal care services in San Antonio

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Brock is running out of time. He is only 1

year old and should be starting his life with a familyโ€”not facing a heartbreaking deadline in a shelter.

โ€ข BROCK (A822015) is a playful, handsome pup with the sweetest markings and those adorable freckles that make him impossible not to love.

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He's well groomed,

affectionate, and turns heads whenever he's out walking.

And yet... there are still NO INQUIRIES for him.

Brock is:

Pet friendly & submissive

Easy to leash and walk

Easy to return to his kennel โ€” he can be

carried back

Loves affection

He NEEDS PLACEMENT TODAY. The shelter

is not going to extend him.

Email acsfoster@sanantonio.gov to inquire

about fostering Brock.

Please, please share this sweet boy. He only needs one person to say YES!!


r/rescuedogs 4h ago

Rescue Stories Happy to announce that we are adopting Grace!

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r/rescuedogs 4h ago

CW: Euthanasia 9/1 Urgent Now! BERNIE A660282 is a 3 y/o Shepherd mix (HW-) people & dog-friendly/co-kenneled, enjoys affection & takes treats very gently. Urgently seeking loving foster/forever home! Houston, TX (Adoptable Out of State & Canada)

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r/rescuedogs 1d ago

Adoption/Foster Plea ๐Ÿค Sooda is looking for her forever family

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Soodaโ€™s story is not an easy one.

She was born and raised in Jordan, where she experienced things no dog should ever have to experience. Her puppies were killed, people tried to hurt her, and she eventually ran away. After losing her puppies, she spent months hiding, barely eating and sleeping in the same place, even through the rain.

When I finally managed to rescue her, I took her to a safe boarding and training facility. She was terrified of people. Even after everything I tried for her, she wouldnโ€™t let me come close to her even though I was the person feeding her and caring for her for years.

With professional training, she has slowly started to improve and trust a little more. But she still needs someone very patient who understands fearful and traumatized dogs. Someone who will never rush her, force affection on her, or give up on her.
She was supposed to travel to her adopter on August 5th after months of preparation, and all her travel requirements were completed. Unfortunately, the person who was supposed to adopt her suddenly stopped responding, and Sooda was left without a home again.

So here we are, looking for her family all over again. ๐Ÿ’”
I am looking for someone outside Jordan, ideally someone experienced with rescue dogs who can give Sooda a quiet, loving and stable home.
All of her travel documents are ready, and I will cover her travel and necessary procedures. Iโ€™m not asking for money Iโ€™m asking for a chance for Sooda to finally have a family.
Please look through her photos and see where she came from. If you feel you could be that person for her, or know someone who could, please message me.
She has survived enough. I just want her to finally know what it feels like to be safe, loved and wanted. ๐Ÿค
Serious adoption inquiries only, please.


r/rescuedogs 5h ago

CW: Euthanasia Foster or rescue needed for two Chihuahuas

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r/rescuedogs 7h ago

CW: Euthanasia Urgent Dusty needs a foster or adopter by 2pm pacific time on 9/1. He is held at San Bernardino City Animal Shelter # A596481

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Dusty needs you to save his life before 9/1 at 2PM pacific time!
He needs:
- an adopter or foster
- and pledge $ (donations) to:
get him out of the shelter
into vet care for vaccinations and neutering
boarding expenses for recovery
transportation fees to get him to his forever unconditional loving home!

Be a hero and foster or adopt this sweet baby!

At minimum share this post and provide a donation - none are too big or too small!

DM me for assistance with fostering or adopting him and pledging a donation!

Dusty can be transported in the US and Canada to her foster or adopter.

He is currently held at San Bernardino City Shelter:
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ ๐‚๐ก๐š๐ง๐๐ฅ๐ž๐ซ๐๐ฅ๐š๐œ๐ž, ๐’๐š๐ง๐๐ž๐ซ๐ง๐š๐ซ๐๐ข๐ง๐จ, ๐‚๐€๐Ÿ—๐Ÿ๐Ÿ’๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ–
phone ๐Ÿ—๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ—-๐Ÿ—๐Ÿ—๐Ÿ–-๐Ÿ’๐ŸŽ๐ŸŽ๐ŸŽ

Get to know Dusty โ€“
๐ˆ๐ƒ # A596481
๐๐ซ๐ž๐ž๐: Siberian Husky
๐‚๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ซ: white and gray
๐†๐ž๐ง๐๐ž๐ซ: Male
๐–๐ž๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ: ๐š๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐ฑ๐ข๐ฆ๐š๐ญ๐ž๐ฅ๐ฒ 80 ๐ฅ๐›๐ฌ.
๐€๐ ๐ž: ๐€๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐ฑ๐ข๐ฆ๐š๐ญ๐ž๐ฅ๐ฒ 7 ๐ฒ๐ž๐š๐ซ๐ฌ ๐จ๐ฅ๐

https://24petconnect.com/SanBernardi.../Details/SBCT/A596481

๐ƒ๐ˆ๐’๐‚๐‹๐€๐ˆ๐Œ๐„๐‘:
I do not work at or for the shelter. I am a ๐ฏ๐จ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ž๐ซ who networks this shelter's dogs on social media sites to give them more exposure in the hope a great rescue, adopter, or foster will step up to save the dog's life.


r/rescuedogs 5h ago

CW: Euthanasia 9/1 Urgent now! Angel A660410 is a 3 y/o medium sized Pittie mix (HW-) people friendly, enjoys attention & clearly once had a home. Urgently seeking loving foster/forever home! ! Houston, TX (adoptable out of State & Canada)

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r/rescuedogs 22h ago

CW: Euthanasia Urgent! Good boy Max has only 12 hours to be saved. Euth 9/1 7am at Downey ACC in CA- Can you foster or responsibly adopt him?(Out of state possible!) Message me, email Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com or text (657) 424-7580 asap

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When the shelter found Maxโ€™s microchip and contacted his family, there was a chance to bring this beautiful boy home.

Instead, they chose to sign him over to the shelter although they knew he will be euthanized if no one comes to adopt him.

No one came and now Max is out of time

Max #A5792107 1yr neutered ย belg mali 62 lbs.

๐ŸšจHis final notice expired on 8/24, and he is now scheduled to be euthanized for space at any moment. ๐Ÿšจ

And the heartbreaking thing isโ€ฆ Max is such a sweet boy.

He is a young, 62-lbs Belgian Malinois who loves attention, enjoys playing, and has the sweetest little habit of bringing you his bowl to you for treats. ๐Ÿฅบ

Max needs the right home. He has done well with playful female dogs, and his shelter assessment showed that he can be easily redirected and handled. He is selective with male dogs and needs an adult-only home or with calm, older children.

He needs someone patient enough and willing to give him structure, training and time.

He doesnโ€™t know that his family chose not to take him home.

He doesnโ€™t know that his next day could be his last.

๐Ÿšจ MAX NEEDS A FOSTER OR RESPONSIBLE ADOPTER ASAP. ๐Ÿšจ

โžก๏ธ Message me
๐Ÿ“ง Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com
๐Ÿ“ฑ (657) 424-7580

RESCUES:
๐Ÿ“ง DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

๐Ÿ“ Downey ACC
11258 Garfield Ave, Downey, CA 90242

Please share Max.
Maybe the person who sees this is the person Max has been waiting for all along. ๐Ÿฅบ

#shelterdogsofinstagram #belgianmalinoislovers #losangelesdogs