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After 859 long days of waiting, Buddy (formerly Balzey) finally found the forever home he always deserved. Buddy’s journey with RARE began far from Tennessee, wandering alone across the plains of Texas. When we found him, his eyes said everything— “don’t leave me here.”  And we couldn't. We brought Buddy back home to Tennessee, knowing he was meant for something more. Still, the days turned into months, and the months turned into years. While other dogs were fostered, adopted

Max, formerly known as Matisse from our Artist Litter, has had quite the journey. He and his siblings were found last year as tiny puppies, huddled in a rural ditch—scared, starving, and desperately needing help. Once rescued, Max was adopted by his foster family, but despite everyone's best intentions, he struggled with fear of people approaching the fenced yard. He felt he had to protect himself and the family he loved. Unfortunately, an older child began teasing him throug

Jenny's journey with us began all the way back in July 2023, when she was found in heartbreaking condition. She was covered in demodectic mange, her skin raw and painful to the touch, and she was terrified of anyone who came near her. But from the moment she arrived, we knew she deserved a chance to heal, trust, and discover what it meant to be loved. Over time, Jenny transformed before our eyes. With patient care, training, and socialization, she blossomed into a beautiful,

Austin’s story is one of patience, perseverance, and pure love. When we first rescued him from one of the toughest rural pounds we work with, he was a laid-back yet loving young dog—sad, confused, and yearning for affection. Despite his sweet nature, Austin struggled with separation anxiety, crying in his crate and finding it hard to feel secure. He was adopted twice, but sadly returned both times causing his anxiety to worsen. When his original foster couldn’t take him back

Sweet Ali’s journey has come full circle! He was adopted as a puppy and lived a happy life with his family — including two little ones he adored — until they made the decision to move to South Africa and he returned to us last year. In August, a wonderful couple with grandchildren applied to adopt. When they met a few of our adoptable dogs, their oldest grandchild was smitten with Ali — but the family felt drawn to another pup at the time. When that match didn’t turn out to b

Little Sunny’s world turned upside down when his person lost their home after a death in the family. This adorable orange-and-white tabby...

Some may call it foster “failing,” but around here we call it foster winning—and that’s exactly what happened for sweet Emmitt! Emmitt’s...

Late last year, we rescued Boba (formerly known as Balboa) and his brother Rocky from one of the rural “pounds” we support. Both boys had...

When Sergio’s human dad passed away, his world was turned upside down. He was suddenly facing homelessness, shy and confused about why...

Tony’s journey with RARE began in December 2023, when he was found as a stray at just five months old. From the start, he was a playful,...

Banjo and Fifi, two stunning bobtail kitties with big personalities and even bigger hearts, were adopted together as kittens five years...

We’re thrilled to share some heartwarming news about our beautiful, petite Husky girl, Eska! Many of you will remember her incredible...

We are overjoyed to announce that Grizzly, our feisty yet absolutely adorable 6½-pound Chihuahua, has found his forever home — and what a...

We are thrilled to share a heartwarming update from one of the most heartbreaking cruelty cases we’ve worked this year. Back in February,...

Stoney was found abandoned in Lawrence County with his brother. The kind family who rescued them already had two dogs and could only keep...

We’re thrilled to share a beautiful update on Maddie, one of our special rescue girls who has truly found her happily ever after! 💕...

We are over the moon to announce that Velma — the last pup from our Scooby litter — has officially been adopted! 🥳 Velma came to RARE in...

Some stories are just meant to be, and Alba’s is one of them. One of Eska’s precious snow litter puppies, Alba has found her perfect...

Some adoption stories feel like fate, and Patrick’s is one of them. Patrick, a 6-year-old Rat Terrier, first came into our care in 2020...

Some dogs come into rescue with stories that break your heart, but their endings remind us why we do what we do. Steve and Dave, two...