Another idea during these challenging times is to consider fostering an animal that needs a home. Many shelters will be over populated and need help with foster families. Animals can provide comfort and fun. One great program to contact is:
ADOPTION UPDATE: "Zero is ready for Halloween🤣 …it all started when he was a pup. Anyone else dressing their dog/s or cat/s up this Halloween? 👻" Send us a picture and we will include in in our upcoming costume contest with
@dogmabakery
.
@NikkiHaley
Thank you for your continued support. Thanks to our volunteers, yesterday when many rescues & shelters are forced to stop transports we brought in 84 animals from
#SouthCarolina
& sent 47 straight to new homes -- all while maintaining social distancing.
#IAmLuckyDog
Have you been looking for love in all the wrong places? Look no further! Hughes is loyal, loving, and completely committed to his people. He loves going for walks and would be a great running partner - as long as it's not too hot out!
Thank you to everyone who fostered, volunteered, handled, drove, did laundry, entered data, and otherwise helped us make sure we were able to give our Lucky Dogs and Cats their best chance at forever homes. THIRTY ONE animals are now with forever homes because of YOUR help!
Don’t miss out on all the fun! Join
@GISH
today and invite your friends to join this interactive scavenger hunt at . So far we have saved over 200 animals together! Register today and YOU can help us save 1,000 Lucky Dogs & Cats in need!!
#GISH
#IAmLuckyDog
Let's make the world a better, kinder place just by getting weird together. Tag a friend and invite them to play GISH with you.
SIGN UP FOR THE HUNT:
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SNEAK PEEK! Today’s Emergency Relief transport sponsored by Mr. & Mrs. Grant Verstandig was an incredible success! 62 dogs & cats with no other live outcomes in their future in Puerto Rico are now safe and loved in foster & forever homes tonight. We are so grateful!
#IAmLuckyDog
Happy National Adopt A Shelter Pet Day! Visit us today at Petco in Rockville from 12-3PM to meet our adoptable animals who come from rural shelters in desperate need. Our animals can’t wait to meet you.
#IAmLuckyDog
#nationaladoptashelterpetday
Thank you
@FoxNews
&
@LelandVittert
for aiding in the rescue of two dogs stranded during Hurricane Florence. These deserving dogs will be available for adoption as soon as Sunday or Monday in the DMV & they need YOUR help now more than ever! Please donate
.
@LelandVittert
and his crew were riding along with a first responder in flood-ravaged Chinquapin, North Carolina, when they came across two abandoned dogs that they were able to rescue and pair up with a shelter.
#TheStory
Dogs left for dead during
#Florence
swam thru flood waters to a porch—we heard barking while out with local fire dept.
@DCLuckyDog
has agreed to take them—any help with vet/evacuation expenses would help them! More tonight on
@FoxNews
Lucky Dog is pleased to welcome 10 beagles rescued from the Envigo breeding facility as part of The Humane society of the United States’ effort to relocate 4,000 beagles. These dog all have wonderful personalities, despite the fact that they have never lived in a home or...
We are thrilled to announce that Pinto is back safe with Lucky Dog Animal Rescue after being lost for a week. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who helped flyer and spread the word so we could bring our sweet and shy pup home safely. Thank you all so very much!!
Just look at these sweet faces! Ernie, a 1-year old Jack Russell Terrier Mix, and Vanessa, a 1-year old beagle mix, are active dogs who would love to run, play, and continue their training in forever homes they can call their own.
#TinyDogThursday
VOLUNTEERS DESPERATELY NEEDED for Saturday's Wags N' Whiskers event from 10am-4pm at Bethesda Row (shifts are 9:30AM-1:30PM and 1PM-4:30PM). Peluche needs a ride to the first shift and back after the second shift from Arlington, VA 22206... 1/3
#ridesneeded
We are well on our way to another successful week of saving lives together! Thank you for all you do to spread the word about the work we do. To ADOPT, FOSTER, SPONSOR, or DONATE to Lucky Dog Animal Rescue, visit .
#HappyTails
@PetSmartChariTs
@PetSmart
ADOPTION UPDATE: "My wife and I adopted Scarlett Rose 🌹, formerly known as Betty Spaghetty, a few weeks ago! She is a little firecracker💥, cuddle bug🐞, and the best little sister♥️."
#IAmLuckyDog
#WhyWeRescue
#TuesdayThoughts
Another day, another transport and even more Lucky Dogs have arrived in DC and are ready to find their forever families. Please visit or email info
@luckydoganimalrescue
.org to learn more about adopting a Lucky Dog or Cat.
#LuckyDogAnimalRescue
#IAmLuckyDog
This morning 111 dogs and cats departed Puerto Rico for the safety of DC. In a few short hours, they will be arriving, but that is just the beginning of their journey. DONATE TODAY at to help us continue to care for these animals as long as they need us!
Update: We are heartbroken 💔 to share that Niles has passed away as her white blood cell count dropped beyond what she could possibly recover from. It was better to let her go & end her suffering. Rest In peace Niles - if love could have saved you, you would have lived forever.
ADOPTION UPDATE: "These two now REQUIRE pillows (usually multiple) to sleep. I don’t know why I bought so many super-soft dog beds 😂." Tell us if your dogs like pillows as much as these Lucky Dog alums do!
#IAmLuckyDog
FOSTER UPDATE: According to Fina’s foster family, “Fina is funny, loving & happy little girl. She had two speeds, STOP and overdrive - there isn't much in-between. Weighing in at 9 lbs as of 2/6 at about 11 weeks old, Fina had a beautiful brindle coat with one white spotted paw."
It's a GREAT morning to be a Lucky Puppy! These 8 adorable puppies were part of a legal case and have spent most of their short life in the shelter. They're 9-10 weeks old, and the shelter is finally able to release them to us this week.
ADOPTION UPDATE: "Nicole (now Barsi) is doing great and we cannot imagine our lives without her. 🙂 She is a happy pup and about to start her advanced puppy classes. Huge thanks to the Lucky Dog family for your help and support!"
#IAmLuckyDog
Just a few days ago we rushed an extremely pregnant Kierra to one of our experienced puppy fosters so she could give birth in the safety of a loving foster home rather than a dark and dirty shelter. She has now welcomed five adorable puppies into the world....
GREAT NEWS!!! BASTI/WINSTON IS FOUND!!!!!! Thank you to everyone who helped us bring this guy home safely -- most especially Sheila McGee who never gave up hope and has worked day and night for more than 2 weeks to find him!!!!
COCO HAS BEEN FOUND!! Thank you to everyone who helped spread the word so we could bring her home safely. We are so incredibly grateful to everyone who helped flyer, refill feeding stations, and so much more! Thank you!!!
#IAmLuckyDog
#CocoIsFound
HURRICANE LAURA UPDATE! Lucky Dog helped to evacuate over 130 homeless animals from the path of Hurricane Laura, a Category 4 storm. This last minute, lifesaving flight was made possible because of support from
@PetcoFoundation
&
@WingsofRescue
as well as various local shelters.
Meet Boston! This 4-year-old pittie mix has been looking for a foster or forever home since he arrived at Lucky Dog in November of last year! That's right. This amazing boy has been in and out of boarding and we don't know why!
THANK YOU MAJOR, PRESIDENT & DR. BIDEN! Today, our Lucky Dogs got a special surprise! A box of donations arrived from the White House! We are so grateful to the First Family for sharing the luck with our animals.
#IAmLuckyDog
#SavingLivesTogether
@flotus
@potus
Today is
#LaborDay
and we wanted to take a moment to thank you -- our volunteers and fosters both in DC and with our rural shelter partners -- for all of your hard work to save our animals and find them loving forever homes. We wish you a safe and
#happylaborday
What a Friday! All of these cute puppies and dogs arrived on transport today and are so excited to find their forever families in the DMV! Stop by our 12-2PM Saturday adoption event tomorrow at PetSmart in Alexandria (3351 Richmond Highway) to meet them for yourself.
#IAmLuckyDog
Wheeler is 40lbs of pure handsome!! This super-smart boy is the total package. He loves other dogs, people, and learning new tricks! He is down for long walks, dog park playtime, and anything that involves a treat! Wheeler would make a great addition to most families.
Another day, another transport and even more lives saved! Our Lucky Dogs and Cats can’t wait to find their forever families in the DMV. Stop by our 12-3PM adoption event at PetSmart in Gaithersburg (218 Kentlands Boulevard) to meet them for yourself.
#IAmLuckyDog
#TransportDay
ADOPTION UPDATE: "Happy 1 month adoptiversary to Remy (formerly known as as Chesapeake from the "C" litter)! Remy looks forward to joining all his future friends in the dog park soon (has a huge case of FOMO right now)!"
#IAmLuckyDog
#ShareTheLuck
#SavingLivesTogether
Meet Wendell! At ~80 lbs of love, he's looking for an experienced dog owner who can take him on lots of adventures to make his doggy heart smile!
#IAmLuckyDog
#AdoptDontShop
#dogsoftwitter
ADOPTION UPDATE: "We adopted Blu, formerly known as Rae, in December and love him so. Blue is adjusting well to his new home and being spoiled."
#IAmLuckyDog
#WhyWeRescue
You have to view this sweet video of recently adopted Lucky Dog, Grace! Sweet Grace was unfortunately returned back to Lucky Dog a few weeks ago and when her former fosters had heard of her return, they knew it was fate and couldn't let her get away again. —
They're here! Our Lucky Dogs and Cats have arrived and they can't wait to find their forever homes. Please visit or stop by our 12-3PM adoption event at PetSmart in Alexandria (3351 Richmond Highway) to meet them for yourself.
#IAmLuckyDog
#TransportDay
EXCITING NEWS: Lucky Dog is now the proud owner of 20 acres in Florence, South Carolina! This location will be the future site of our southern hub, where animals can get medical care and prepare for transport north.
#IAmLuckyDog
#SavingLivesTogether
This
#MuttMonday
we're celebrating the 21 Lucky Dogs & 1 Lucky Cat who were adopted over the weekend! We're so happy they will be spending the holidays in their forever homes!
#AdoptDontShop
#IAmLuckyDog
ADOPTION UPDATE: “It has been 6 full months since Kevin’s gotcha-day! This shy guy is really starting to come out of his shell and has made *the best* of friends with our black and white duo. These pals are never very far from each other. What a sweet, sweet guy. ❤️”
#IAmLuckyDog
I adopted Stella not long after, mainly for Hank because I could see he was depressed to be alone. Stella is wonderful, 8 years old, and FILLED with happiness and energy. She loves all dogs and was exactly what Hank needed."
BREAKING NEWS! Tomorrow, Lucky Dog is flying down to Puerto Rico to bring 62 dogs and cats the DC area thanks to the generosity of Mr. & Mrs. Grant Verstandig. In the last few months, these animals have survived multiple earthquakes, food shortages & of course, a global pandemic.
They are here! These and more Lucky Dogs & Cats arrived in the DC Metro Area today & are ready to find their forever families. Please visit or email info
@luckydoganimalrescue
.org to learn more about adopting a Lucky Dog or Cat.
#IAmLuckyDog
#catsoftwitter
Who hasn't dreamt of their own Lady and the Tramp moment? Adopter writes "An iconic photoshoot for 11 year old Micky (Lucky Dog) and 12.5 year old Plume (lucky dog for having Micky as a sibling) as they celebrate 4 months of friendship."
🥰🍝🥳"
#iamluckydog
#sharetheluck
We welcomed the first transport of 2022 to the DC Metro Area today – & with it so many new Lucky Dogs & Cats who arrived in the DC Metro area. Please stop by our 12-3PM Sunday adoption event tomorrow at PetSmart in Gaithersburg (218 Kentlands Boulevard) to meet them for yourself.
This past week, Lucky Dog completed 99 adoptions. That's right, NINETY-NINE. Take a look at all our Lucky Dogs and Cats who have homes to call their very own!
ADOPTION UPDATE: "Rafi, formerly known as Wilson, is a Massachusetts doggo now! He's been enjoying hiking all around the state and will be THRILLED when he finally gets to experience regular snow. He's come a long way from South Carolina!"
#IAmLuckyDog
#FridayFeeling
GREAT NEWS!! Nala has been found and is back with Lucky Dog We are so incredibly grateful to our entire community for all of your support and help and especially to Nala's foster and to Jill Barsky and Lost Animal Resource Group for their around the clock efforts to recover Nala.
ADOPTION UPDATE: Joan Jett, also known as Joanie, and formerly known as Folly, is a delight to her forever family. And from the updates they have shared, we can see why! Watching our alumni grow up so rewarding, and love seeing them thriving in their forever homes.
#IAmLuckyDog
TRANSPORT IS COMING!!! We have TWO vans full of dogs and cats looking for fosters starting this Friday night. But to get on the van, each animal needs a foster lined up in advance. Want to help?
Email fostering
@Luckydoganimalrescue
.org
Thank you to everyone who volunteered this weekend! Because of your dedication and hard work -- these 48 Lucky Dogs and Cats are in their forever homes tonight.
#IAmLuckyDog
#SundaySuccess
HUGE THANKS to the
@BISSELLPets
for helping ensure our Hurricane Ida Evacuees arrived in the DC area safely! These babies were evacuated to Tulsa, Oklahoma from their Louisiana shelters before the storm and are now safe in their foster homes.
ADOPTION UPDATE: Check out our girl, Sammie!
Adopter writes: "It’s officially been 2 months since we welcomed Freya (Sammie) to our family! She is the ultimate snuggler and sleeper and her little personality comes through more each day!"
#IAmLuckyDog
#sharetheluck
ADOPTION UPDATE: "We adopted our best friend, Murph (formerly known as Aaron) on 9/11/21. He is super loving and energetic!! He adores people and is loving dogs more and more everyday."
#IAmLuckyDog
ADOPTION UPDATE: "Happy gotcha day Meesha (formerly known as Ida). Four years ago, I became a foster fail😁. Love this pretty girl so much! Can’t imagine life without her. She’s a little goof, very loving and adores her big brother."
#IAmLuckyDog
#dogsoftwitter
ADOPTION UPDATE: "We love our little Cinnamon so much and we definitely feel like the lucky ones! She is very playful and curious but she is also the cuddliest “velcro” cat we’ve ever met. She curls up in my lap & has settled in very quickly."
#IAmLuckyDog
#FelineFriday
Happy
#NationalDogDay
! We're celebrating one of our favorite holidays all day long. We've asked our adopters to share a photo of their Lucky Dog and a reason why they love them, take a look! We hope these sweet puppers put a smile on your face. Please keep sharing your lucky dog!
ADOPTION UPDATE: “We adopted Qui-Gon formerly known as Crueller! He is hilarious, full of energy, always hungry, and he loves his sister Queen. He always wants to be where she is.🖤”
#IAmLuckyDog
#WhiskerWednesday
#WhyWeRescue
Thank you to everyone who met transports, volunteered at events, and helped our Lucky Dogs and Cats find their way to forever homes! Because of all YOUR HARD WORK, SIXTY TWO amazing pets are now with their families!!
#IAmLuckyDog
#SundaySuccess
@PetSmart
@PetSmartChariTs
We are thrilled to welcome our latest ten Envigo Beagles to Lucky Dog Animal Rescue today! These beagles are thrilled to have arrived in the DC Metro Area and ready to meet their forever families.
Raja's adopter says:
"I brought Raja (formerly Ivan) home about a month and a half ago. He was so small and timid, but didn't waste any time coming out of his shell! I haven't had a kitten in the house in about 20 years so every day is a new adventure for us..."
#IAmLuckyDog
ADOPTION UPDATE: "I adopted Calvin, formerly known as Bert, from Lucky Dog and the past four months he has really come into his personality. Best thing I ever did was adopt my Lucky Dog! I found the cutest Lucky Dog toy at Petsmart & couldn’t resist the irony."
#IAmLuckyDog
Ready ... set ... let's go Leo! A 4-yr old boykin spaniel mix who suffered a back injury last year that would have left many dogs despondent, Leo refused to give up and is getting stronger every day. He loves wheeling around the neighborhood & making new friends in his wheelchair
What a day! 2 transports and so many Lucky Dogs saved! Please visit us at our 12-2PM Sat puppy adoption event at PetSmart in Alexandria (3351 Richmond Highway), or our 12-3PM Sun adoption event at PetSmart in Falls Church (6100A Arlington Boulevard) to meet our available dogs.