The little rescue with a big heart
Our primary mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and find loving, permanent homes for homeless dogs, specifically dogs in shelters at-risk of euthanasia and dogs whose owners can no longer care for them. We believe in compassionate rescue when the dog is enduring inhumane living conditions or likely to be deemed less adoptable due to age, health, emotional state, or breed. We ensure that all the dogs we take into our rescue, regardless of individual needs, are cared for with love and compassion for the duration of their lives.
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Explore our social media to see the kinds of things we’re up to on the daily. We are constantly engaging with shelters, rescues, trainers, veterinarians, and even people in the community who just need help with their pets. It isn’t always easy, but it keeps us busy helping improve the world in our own little way…one dog at a time!
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We love when people step up to help any dog in need, but when they step up to help a long-stay dog, it’s truly an extra special moment. We’re thrilled to announce that Princess Lula has landed herself fosters who have a track record of dedicating themselves to helping dogs thrive in the home environment. They already love and appreciate her in ways that make us excited for the road ahead. Based on how Princess Lula responded mere moments into meeting them, we’d say she feels it too. She’s back on track to a forever home, and to say we’re elated is a massive understatement! A huge, heartfelt thank you to our friends @k9kommittee for going above and beyond to help Princess Lula get ready for this next leg of her rescue journey! Shoutouts to her previous foster mom, all of her aunties who helped us care for her, and our supporters who shared her story! You all helped make this happen. Have space in your ❤️ and 🏡 for a dog in need? Please consider becoming a K9 Kismet Foster. Remember, we pay ALL expenses, so fostering a dog for our rescue costs you nothing. To learn more about becoming a K9 Kismet foster, please visit www.k9kismet.org/foster or email us at foster@k9kismet.org #k9kismetprincesslula #fosteringsaveslives #supportanimalrescue #rescuedog #rescuedogsofinstagram #peacock #welcomehome #homeiswheretheheartis
When you adopt a puppy, you expect to spend many years teaching them new things, having a constant companion, watching them discover the world, and holding their paw when they grow old. You don’t expect to have to make the heartbreaking decision to let their body rest and their soul fly when they’re not yet 3. We can’t imagine the pain Zia’s family is feeling at this tremendous loss, but we hope they take solace in knowing they fought hard with her every step of the way. They are truly the bravest of people, and we are in awe of their love and their selflessness. Run free now, beautiful Zia. We love you, baby girl. Always. 🌈 From Zia’s auntie @rockandrollrescuekel : From Zia’s dad : @bruce_zebal
Oh how sad for you. I’m sorry Zia died so young. She’s a gorgeous girl.
My heart hurts with your hearts. It is so hard to say goodbye. May you rest in peace knowing Zia is totally free. There is no more sorrow…no more pain. She is at peace. You gave this to her. And she thanks you all.
This breaks my heart I am so grateful to have been able to help take care of them when they were born!!! So very sorry to the family and there loss
I'm sorry for your loss. 💔
So sorry for your loss 💔 I first met the 12 pack at 6 weeks old, and helped out at their 2nd foster home. Hugs to Zia’s family!
I am so very sorry to hear of Zia's passing. Maybelline & her 12 pack were truly special from the start & so many people came together to give Maybelline & all her pups the best life possible. It's heartbreaking to say goodbye especially at such a young age & my heart goes out to her devoted family. She's now spreading her wings & has become another Guardian Angel to watch over all the dogs still in need helping them to find the love & safety they all deserve. God speed Little One, you will forever be in our hearts. 😇🐾
Heartbreaking 💔 sending big ((hugs)) to all that loved her 😢
My heartfelt condolences. She was blessed to have all of you love her so much. 💗🐾🙏
Rest well precious girl. Watch over your family from heaven.
Heartbreaking, rest in peace, sweet baby dog.
Terribly sad to see this. A beautiful soul who knew only love.
My heart goes out to Zia’s family. Fly with angels beautiful girl.
So very sorry. It is hard to say goodbye
Run free little girl
I am so sorry
I am so sorry
I am so sorry 💔 what a beautiful baby. Rip beauty.🌈🌷🐾
🚨 K9 Kismet Alum Zia is fighting for her life and needs our help! Zia, fka Starla of @maybellineandthe12pack , has been diagnosed with AImmune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia, or IMHA, an autoimmune disease in which the dogs body attacks its own red blood cells. Thankfully, her team of specialists at VCA West Coast believe they caught it early enough to give Zia a chance at a full recovery, but her treatment will be very costly. A GoFundMe has been set up to help Zia’s parents @bruce_zebal & @brennared raise money for her medical expenses. Our incredibly generous friends @rockandrollrescuekel and @tokyohiro (who supported Maybelline and her pups when we pulled them into rescue back in 2021) have offered to sweeten the deal to help raise much needed funds: Donate $300 or more to Zia’s GoFundMe and get inked by tattoo artist and rock and roll legend @tokyohiro ! It could be a smaller tattoo, or maybe a deposit for a larger piece when his schedule permits. Either way, if you’ve been dreaming of a chance to get inked by legendary artist @toykohiro (who hasn’t)… now is your chance! PLEASE consider making a donation to help us help Zia: gofund.me/554b0d9a If you would prefer to make a tax-deductible donation through K9 Kismet you may do so via: PayPal: donate@k9kismet.org Card: www.k9kismet.org/donate Please leave the note "For Zia" on your donation. We will make sure she gets it! #letsdothis for #K9KisimetalumZia ❤️🩹
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By providing a forever home for a dog in rescue, you're helping to free up a foster home, which allows us to help another dog in need. The dogs in our care are fully vaccinated, spayed or neutered (unless medically waived), microchipped, and receive regular wellness exams, preventative treatment, specialty care as needed. If you’re interested in meeting a K9 Kismet pack member, please fill out the adoption application to begin the process.
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