The little rescue with a big heart

K9 Kismet believes in the ideology of quality over quantity. Our primary mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and find loving, permanent homes for homeless dogs; primarily dogs in shelters at-risk of euthanasia and dogs whose owners can no longer care for them. We believe in compassionate rescues where we know the dog is on borrowed time and likely to be overlooked or deemed less adoptable due to age, health, emotional state or breed. We ensure all animals we take into our rescue, regardless of individual needs, are cared for with love and compassion for the duration of their lives. Our secondary mission is to help pets stay in their homes by offering pet owners assistance, when funds allow, with medical care, food and other supplies.

What's New at K9 kismet

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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K9 Kismet Dog Rescue

Today’s 12 Days of Giving: Forever Home Edition Spotlight goes to #specialneeds senior Travis Barker!

Travis Barker is a brave little man who has been on the mend since coming into the shelter in early June. He has overcome obstacles due to neglect, but his spirit remains intact. Travis Barker is blind and deaf, but that doesn’t stop him from enjoying his leisurely, daily strolls and his spurts of happy, playful episodes that have him rolling around in his blankets. He loves his naps almost as much as he loves cuddling with people. He’s affectionate and is happiest when he’s sitting on the couch snuggled up to someone. Travis Barker seems to appreciate every kindness shown to him. He’s a daily reminder of how resilient dogs really are. Travis Barker is looking for a forever family that will be patient with him as he learns to navigate his new surroundings.

This special needs boy is currently being fostered and is available for meet-and-greets by appointment.

Name: Travis Barker

ID: A700565

Stray Intake: 6/10/23

Gender: Neutered Male

Age: 12 years

Breed: Terrier mix

Available for adoption at Long Beach Animal Care Services

7700 East Spring St.

Long Beach, CA 90815

(562) 570-3080

For more information email: AnimalRescue@longbeach.gov

#12DaysofGiving

#foreverhomeedition

#PetsAreFamily

#familyisforever

#adoptashelterdog

#rescuedogalsrock

#untilthesheltersareempty

#foster #adopt #donate

#doitfordiesel

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Todays 12 Days of Giving: Forever Home Edition Spotlight goes to #specialneeds senior Travis Barker!

Travis Barker is a brave little man who has been on the mend since coming into the shelter in early June. He has overcome obstacles due to neglect, but his spirit remains intact. Travis Barker is blind and deaf, but that doesnt stop him from enjoying his leisurely, daily strolls and his spurts of happy, playful episodes that have him rolling around in his blankets. He loves his naps almost as much as he loves cuddling with people. Hes affectionate and is happiest when hes sitting on the couch snuggled up to someone. Travis Barker seems to appreciate every kindness shown to him. Hes a daily reminder of how resilient dogs really are. Travis Barker is looking for a forever family that will be patient with him as he learns to navigate his new surroundings.

This special needs boy is currently being fostered and is available for meet-and-greets by appointment.

Name: Travis Barker 
ID: A700565
Stray Intake: 6/10/23
Gender: Neutered Male 
Age: 12 years
Breed: Terrier mix

Available for adoption at Long Beach Animal Care Services
7700 East Spring St. 
Long Beach, CA 90815
(562) 570-3080
For more information email: AnimalRescue@longbeach.gov

#12daysofgiving
#foreverhomeedition
#petsarefamily
#familyisforever
#adoptashelterdog
#rescuedogalsrock
#untilthesheltersareempty
#foster #adopt #donate
#doitfordieselImage attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

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Heading there to drop off a load of blankets for the pups !!! I’ll stop by him and give’em some love.

Today’s 12 Days of Giving: Forever Home Edition Spotlight goes to Flintstone!

Flintstone is a senior fellow who steals the hearts of everyone who meets him. You’ve been warned. He’s a "stop to the smell the roses" kind of guy who is looking for someone to cuddle up to. His foster says he’s a "love bug who just wants to love and be loved." Playful, curious, praise- and treat-motivated, Flintstone would make a wonderful addition to any home … without a cat. Somewhere in his past life, a cat did him wrong so he’s on edge around them. At least, that’s the working theory. He may not be good around cats, but he makes up for it by being good in the car. If you need a road dog, Flintstone wants to meet you. He’s currently being fostered and is available for meet-and-greets by appointment.

Name: Flintstone

ID: A707587

Shelter Intake: 9/24/23

Gender: Neutered Male

Age: 10 years

Breed: Pit Bull mix

@lbanimalcare

Available for adoption at Long Beach Animal Care Services

7700 East Spring St.

Long Beach, CA 90815

(562) 570-3080

For more information email: dogfoster@longbeach.gov

#12daysofgiving

#foreverhomeedition

#petsarefamily

#familyisforever

#adoptashelterdog

#rescuedogsrock

#untilthesheltersareempty

#foster #adopt #donate

#doitfordiesel

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Todays 12 Days of Giving: Forever Home Edition Spotlight goes to Flintstone!

Flintstone is a senior fellow who steals the hearts of everyone who meets him. Youve been warned. Hes a stop to the smell the roses kind of guy who is looking for someone to cuddle up to. His foster says hes a love bug who just wants to love and be loved. Playful, curious, praise- and treat-motivated, Flintstone would make a wonderful addition to any home ... without a cat. Somewhere in his past life, a cat did him wrong so hes on edge around them. At least, thats the working theory. He may not be good around cats, but he makes up for it by being good in the car. If you need a road dog, Flintstone wants to meet you. Hes currently being fostered and is available for meet-and-greets by appointment.

Name: Flintstone
ID: A707587
Shelter Intake: 9/24/23
Gender: Neutered Male 
Age: 10 years
Breed: Pit Bull mix
@lbanimalcare

Available for adoption at Long Beach Animal Care Services
7700 East Spring St. 
Long Beach, CA 90815
(562) 570-3080
For more information email: dogfoster@longbeach.gov

#12daysofgiving
#foreverhomeedition
#petsarefamily
#familyisforever
#adoptashelterdog
#rescuedogsrock
#untilthesheltersareempty
#foster #adopt #donate
#doitfordieselImage attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

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🙏🏻🐾🙏🏻🐾🙏🏻🐾🙏🏻🐾🙏🏻

He’s an adorable grey beard!

12 Days of Giving: Forever Home Edition Shelter Spotlight ✨️Volunteer Bonus✨️

There are SOOOO many wonderful dogs available for adoption @lbanimalcare right now – dogs like Gumbo🐾 Kumar🐾 and Bailey🐾!

Go meet your new best friend at

Long Beach Animal Care Services

7700 East Spring St. Long Beach, CA 90815

Wed, Thurs, Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

NO APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED!

Rescue Services Available:

Tuesday to Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Have questions?

Email: AnimalRescue@longbeach.gov

Or call: (562) 570-3080

Video credit: LBACS volunteer @lisazhang

HI! My Name Is Gumbo

Pet ID: #A705236

Intake Date: 08/21/2023

Gender: Male

Age: 3 years old

Breed: Pit Bull Terrier Mix

HI! My Name Is Kumar

Pet ID: #A705724

Intake Date: 08/30/2023

Gender: Male

Age: 2 years old

Breed: German Shepherd

HI! My Name Is Bailey

Pet ID: #A701804

Intake Date: 06/28/2023

Gender: Female

Age: 1 year old

Breed: German Shepherd

#rescuedog #dogsofinstagram #rescuedogsofinstagram #adoption #dog #dogs #dogstagram #rescue #instadog #dogoftheday #doglife #puppy #doglover #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #dogsofinsta #doglovers #rescuedogs #doggo #love #puppylove #muttsofinstagram #puppiesofinstagram #ilovemydog #adopt #siberianhusky #mutt #pitbull

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Foster

Join our team of volunteers to help us train, rehabilitate, and foster the most needy animals. Every dog fostered provides the opportunity to rescue another. We provide the food and medical assistance; you provide the love and care!

Adopt

Provide a forever home for one of our wonderful dogs. From the moment we pull a dog off the streets or from the shelter, our dream is for them to end up with a loving family of their own. Rescue pets make the best pets!

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Contribute to the K9Kismet cause! 100% of your donations goes towards the medical and living costs of dogs in our rescue and within the community. With your help, we can give these dogs the chance they so desperately need!

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