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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After a long wait, we are overjoyed to share that Chuck has finally found his homeโ€”his perfect forever homeโ€”in Montana.

His new family first saw him in a reel created by @tomkiesch and felt an instant connection. But at the time, they werenโ€™t ready to adopt. So they quietly rooted for him from afar, hoping heโ€™d find the happiness he deserved.

A year later, when they were ready to open their hearts to a new dog, Chuck reappeared in their feedโ€”still waiting, still hopeful. And in that moment, it felt meant to be. Some might even call it kismet. ๐Ÿ˜‰

Out-of-state adoptions arenโ€™t something we usually pursue. For a small rescue like ours, they can be especially challenging. But after speaking with Chuckโ€™s would-be family, we knew we had to try. Over the following weeks, we moved forward with careโ€”conducting in-depth conversations, checking references, completing a virtual home check, and creating a thoughtful plan for an in-person meeting.

To help Chuck prepare for this new chapter, we sent him to @robertvillaneda for a little refresher training. His new mom then made the long drive from Montana to California to meet himโ€”spending two days working with Robert and Chuck, learning, bonding, and building trust before their journey back together.

After 14 months in the shelterโ€”and another 14 months in rescueโ€”Chuckโ€™s road has finally led him to where he was always meant to be: home.

To everyone who helped Chuck along the wayโ€”we are endlessly grateful:

โค๏ธ To his incredible fosters, who gave him safety, patience, and love when he needed it most

โค๏ธ To @tomkiesch, his fiercest advocate and forever friend

โค๏ธ To @unitedhopeforanimals, for telling his story and continuing to share it long after his rescue

โค๏ธ To @robertvillaneda, for helping him gain the confidence and the tools he needed to thrive

โค๏ธ And to every single one of you who liked, shared, donated, or simply believed in himโ€”you were part of his journey, too.

Happy life, Chuck. You waited so long. You never gave up. This is the life youโ€™ve always dreamed of sweet boy. Enjoy every beautiful second of it. We love you.

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#foreverhome #worththewait

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This makes me want to cry. So happy for Chuck ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’•๐Ÿ™๐Ÿผ๐Ÿค—๐Ÿฅน

Bye buddy! You are always welcome to visit Copper when you are in So Cal.

Ahhhhh this makes me soooooo happy!!!!! Congrats to Chuck!!!!

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Wow what an incredible adoption story!!!! Can’t wait to see Chuck thrive in his new forever home!!!!! Happy tails to him and his new family!!!!

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Happy Motherโ€™s Day to the ones who kiss boo-boos and boop snoots. Whether your babies have two legs or four paws (or both), we celebrate your boundless love and unshakable patience. Thank you today and every dayโ€”your badassery deserves a standing ovation.

#happymothersday

#thankyouforallyoudo

#weloveyou

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Happy Motherโ€™s Day to the ones who kiss boo-boos and boop snoots. Whether your babies have two legs or four paws (or both), we celebrate your boundless love and unshakable patience. Thank you today and every dayโ€”your badassery deserves a standing ovation. 

#happymothersday
#thankyouforallyoudo 
#weloveyou

Four weeks ago, we shared the story of Spikeโ€”a sweet, shy 7-year-old who had been quietly languishing at @lbanimalcare for six long months. Confined for over 23 hours a day, the weight of shelter life was wearing him down. He was scared, stressed, and losing hope. He was running out of time, and his life was at risk. He needed outโ€”and he needed it fast.

We put his story out into the world, hoping the right people would see him. And they did. Spike was adopted by a kindhearted couple from Salt Lake City, Utah, who saw past his sadness and fearโ€”and recognized the gentle soul beneath. Spike made it out in time. But getting out is just the beginning.

After so many months in a loud, high-stress environment, transitioning into home life hasnโ€™t been easy for Spike The longer a dog is in the shelter, the harder it can be for them to decompress and adjust. Spikeโ€™s new parents are patient, devoted, and full of loveโ€”but even with the best intentions, the road to healing can be challenging.

When his adopters reached out for help, we didnโ€™t hesitate. We love Spike, and we want to see himโ€”and his familyโ€”thrive. So we called on a professional that we trust.

Our friend @bagnew64 of @thebalanceddogca has agreed to work with Spike and his adopters over the next three months. Heโ€™ll guide them, teach them, and help them become the calm, confident leaders Spike needs. Love brought Spike homeโ€”but leadership will help him flourish.

Now weโ€™re asking for your help. Weโ€™re hoping to raise $1,000 to help cover Spikeโ€™s training and support his journey from surviving to flourishing. If you made a pledge for Spike, or if his story moves you, please consider making a tax-deductible donation of any amount to help this sweet boy settle into the life heโ€™s always deserved. Spike, his parents, and all the other humans who love him, would be deeply grateful.

You can donate via:

Zelle: donate@k9kismet.org

Venmo: @k9kismet (under business)

PayPal: donate@k9kismet.org

Credit Card: www.k9kismet.org

Or you can mail a check to:

K9 Kismet Dog Rescue

6285 E. Spring Street #312

Long Beach, CA 90808

#Spike #HelpNeeded

#Donate #ShelterSurvivor

#NewBeginnings #ItTakesATribe #HealingJourney #BuildingTrust

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Done for Spike! I am so glad he has a new family.

Done! Anything for Spike ๐Ÿ’•

Brian is the absolute best!!!

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Hi, this is a group am part of , for heeler dog lovers, owners . Do well to join and get health tips and let's grow it up together, meet new families and I assure you it’ll worth it. ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿ•๐Ÿ•๐Ÿฆฎ๐Ÿ•‍๐Ÿฆบ๐Ÿฉ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿพโค www.facebook.com/groups/1517524578827334/?ref=share_group_link

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Foster

As a foster-based rescue, our primary need is short and long-term fosters. Fostering costs you nothing; we cover all expenses. Whether youโ€™re a seasoned foster who can handle some of our toughest cases, or a first-timer looking to ease into the process, we want to hear from you.

Adopt

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 youโ€™re interested in meeting a K9 Kismet pack member, please fill out the adoption application to begin the process.

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donate

As a 100% volunteer-run organization, your tax-deductible donation goes directly to the dogs in our care. It provides funds for everything from life saving surgeries to ID tags. Every dollar has purpose and is put to work for the dogs we serve. Help us say yes to the next dog in need.

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