Arizona Small Dog Rescue

Arizona Small Dog Rescue is dedicated to rescuing and caring for dogs in need, providing them with a safe, loving environment while we search for their forever families. Our primary focus is the health and well-being of each dog we take in.

As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we are a no-kill rescue group powered by passionate team of dog-lovers who have devoted their lives to saving homeless, abandoned, neglected, and abused dogs. Every dog in our care receives essential services, including spaying/neutering, vaccinations, and microchipping. Additionally, each adoption comes with a free vet visit to one of our partnered veterinary offices.

We receive a steady influx of dogs every week, with a wide variety of breeds and sizes available for adoption. In 2024, we rescued 1,124 dogs and spent over $350,000 on their medical care. Many of these dogs require significant veterinary attention, and your donations are crucial to helping us continue providing top-notch medical care, especially for those with special needs that may incur thousands in treatment costs.

We rely on the generosity of donors to fulfill our mission. Please consider donating today to help us continue saving lives and offering these deserving dogs a second chance.

Testimonials

"Our family has spent years fostering, and we know, without a doubt, that Arizona Small Dog Rescue will put any donations they receive to great use! They rescue blind dogs, paralyzed dogs, one eyed dogs, pregnant mamas, parvo puppies and so many more, and all that comes with high medical expenses. They make sure all the dogs are healthy, spayed or neutered, immunized, and microchipped before they are adopted. They even seek out the help of professional trainers when behavior modification is necessary. They can't do it all with the adoption fees alone, so it's crucial they receive donations to keep saving these precious souls." 
- Laura and family

"We’ve adopted from AZSDR three times now & absolutely love this organization. We have a soft spot for senior dogs and get so much joy from spoiling & pampering them in their later years. To watch an older dog that’s been completely uprooted from the life it previously knew and then open their heart to you is a feeling you can’t put into words. It is so rewarding knowing you can change a dog’s life in that way.  They are wholeheartedly dedicated to each dog’s well-being. They do not turn away hard cases & lead by example when it comes to compassion for animals. Their volunteers and staff are AMAZING & super helpful! Whether you are looking for a puppy to add to your life, an older dog to keep your lap & heart warm, or any dog in between, we highly recommend working with AZSDR to find the dog(s) that are right for you." 
– Ben & Val

"I have been involved with dog/cat rescue for over 25 years and AZ Small Dog Rescue is my favorite rescue. I have been with AZSDR for 10 years as a shelter volunteer, foster, adoption event worker, board member, fundraiser, and adopter. I love this rescue because they are willing to save medical dogs that many rescues would put to sleep due to cost. AZSDR is willing to spend the money to save wonderful dogs and then find them awesome forever homes. The staff goes above and beyond in caring and loving for those dogs in their shelter." 
- Dr. Kim Smith

"Arizona Small Dog rescue is an amazing place. So many caring people with one single mission. Saving dogs! And they help so many with medical issues. I have been a volunteer here for 5 years and have seen many fear dogs learn to trust. Arizona Small Dog Rescue gives these dogs their all!" 
- Sam