Family dog rescue

Dog on beach with ring toy in background

Not so long ago, the soulful Felipe was trying to survive on the streets of Tijuana. His quick wits and friendly personality served him well, but by the time he crossed paths with Family Dog Rescue, he was starving and hairless. Shortly after arriving in San Francisco, Felipe's life took a big turn for the better when an FDR foster family took him in, nursed him back to health (and hair!), and nurtured his love of people. Read more.

29th annual macy’s holiday windows

Photo courtesy: SF SPCA If you live in the Bay Area or plan a holiday-season trip to the City by the Bay, be sure to stop by the flagship Macy’s store on Union Square to ooh and aah over the Macy’s Holiday Windows displays featuring adoptable animals from the San Francisco SPCA. Read more.

Pilots n paws

Pops. Photo courtesy: Pilots N Paws Meet Pops. Things didn't look good for this elderly terrier mix when he landed in the Baldwin Park shelter in Los Angeles with no history and several health issues. The good folks at Muttville Senior Dog Rescue in SF were willing to take the little guy in, but they weren't exactly local. Read more.

Golden gate labrador retriever rescue

Recently, the good folks at Golden Gate Labrador Retriever Rescue noticed that a growing number of the dogs who needed them came with health issues that were treatable, but often pricey. They also were encountering many elderly Labs who suddenly found themselves homeless and facing a bleak future due to their people's life changes. GGLRR responded by launching a Special Needs/Senior Fund, dedicated to getting these deserving critters into safe, loving homes where they can be happy, healthy and part of the family again. Currently looking for a place to spend his golden years is the lovely Harley, who is s 11 years old, in excellent health, and ready for fun. Read more.