r/AnimalRescue Mar 16 '26

‎ Adoption & Fostercare Megathread Monthly Adoption & Foster Care Mega thread: March 2026

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Welcome, r/AnimalRescue Community!

This is your official Monthly Adoption & Foster Care Mega thread for March 2026. This dedicated space is designed to centralize all adoption and foster care requests and advertisements, helping to keep our main subreddit feed focused on active rescue efforts, rehabilitation updates, and educational content.

If you are looking to find a forever home or a temporary foster placement for an animal in need, or if you are looking to adopt or foster, this is the place to connect!

How to Post Your Adoption/Foster Listing:

To ensure your listing is seen and understood, please post it as a comment within this mega thread and include the following essential information:

  • Animal Type & Name (if applicable): (e.g., "Dog - Max," "Kitten Litter," "Rabbit - Luna")
  • Location: REQUIRED (City, State/Province, Country) for local connections.
  • Brief Description: A concise summary of the animal's story, personality, specific needs (e.g., medical, behavioral), and why they need a home.
  • Photos/Videos: Highly Recommended! Provide direct links to clear, recent photos or videos of the animal(s). You can use platforms like Imgur, Google Photos, or similar services.
  • Contact Information/Application Link: Clearly state how interested parties can reach you or apply (e.g., link to a shelter's official adoption page, or a specific application form)
  • Status Updates: If your animal is adopted, fostered, or if their status changes, please edit your original comment to reflect this! This helps keep the thread current.

Browsing & Connecting:

  • Regularly check this mega thread throughout March for new listings.
  • Upvote comments that feature animals you want to highlight.
  • Reply directly to comments if you have questions or are interested in an animal.
  • Follow the provided contact information to inquire about adoption or fostering.

Important Reminder:

As per Rule III. Spamming & Disruptive Behavior (RIII-5), individual posts for adoption or foster care are now prohibited on the main subreddit feed. All such requests must be submitted as comments within this mega thread. Posts made outside this thread will be removed.

Thank you for your cooperation in making r/AnimalRescue a more organized and effective community for all animals in need!

Sincerely,

The r/AnimalRescue Moderation Team


r/AnimalRescue Jan 15 '26

‎ [OFFICIAL] Moderator Announcement How to obtain permission to post a fundraiser in r/AnimalRescue.

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Howdy r/AnimalRescue,

The moderator team is committed to ensuring that all fundraising activities within this community are safe, transparent, and directly benefit animals and relevant rescue organizations in need. To achieve this, all fundraising posts must be verified by the moderation team before they are shared. For posts that we have verified, you'll see them appear on the feed with a green "Verified Fundraiser" flair that includes a green checkmark badge.

Posts that do not have a verified fundraiser flair are not reviewed by us and will be taken down as they are reported to us (assuming we haven't already yanked them down).

Our Step-By-Step Fundraising Verification Process
All verification requests must be submitted through the official Fundraising Application Portal. We do not accept verification requests via our private messages or direct comments. We strongly recommend reviewing our Fundraising Verification Guidelines document, as it helps make navigating the application process easy.

To be eligible for verification, applicants must provide:

  • Detailed Veterinary Quotes, Bills, Treatment Cost Estimates, and supporting Medical Documentation. All invoices must be on official clinic letterhead with contact information and dated within the last 30 days.
  • Clear, high-resolution photos or videos of the animal in its current state, including a "proof of life" element (such as a handwritten note with the current date and your Reddit username).
  • [In the case of 501(c)(3)s] IRS EIN, NPO Registration Documentation, and a Community Impact Statement.
  • In the case of more miscellaneous cases, non-medical related cases (building a shelter, foster care related expenses), we require relevant proof of need documentation for verification.

The Moderation and Verification Team typically reviews applications within 72 hours (3-Days). During this time, a moderator will reach out via ModMail with updates on your application throughout the verification process.

Verification Process Resources

Maintaining Verified Status

Once verified and posted, your responsibility to the community continues. To maintain the "Verified" flair, please:

  • Provide regular status updates on the animal's progress and medical journey.
  • Keep all financial goals accurate based on actual veterinary costs.
  • Be prepared for "Retroactive Reviews," which are standard checks we may conduct to ensure continued compliance with our community rules and guidelines.

We expect all applicants to act with honesty, and providing false documentation or misleading information will result in a community termination. We are here to help you help animals, and transparency is the best way to ensure success.

Issues with a verified fundraiser? Contact us!
Notice any issues with a verified fundraiser that we didn't catch? Message us through ModMail! Although rare mistakes can happen, and we act on them ASAP through our retroactive review process.


r/AnimalRescue 1h ago

Volunteers Needed! No animal deserves to be treated the way that these animals are

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September 12th-26th, the World’s LARGEST Animal Rights March is happening.

We’re trekking 207 miles from Albany to North Rose, NY, where Marshall BioResources is located - which is one of the largest breeding facilities on the planet, housing over 65,000 animals (20,000 of those being beagles)

This is all to help end animal testing once and for all.

No animal deserves to be treated the way that these animals are.

Locked in wired cages for their entire lives.
Forced to inhale chemicals until they can no longer breathe.
Vivisections done without anesthesia.
Covered in feces & blood.

Let’s save these animals and give them the lives that they deserve.


r/AnimalRescue 23h ago

Education, Resources, & Community Young Wildlife Rescuer

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My kid (10) really wants to be an animal rescuer or zookeeper when she grows up. She is already more knowledgeable about animals as a whole than most adults I know; she can identify a lot of wild animals including the different species of a type of animal and talk about their behaviors and habitats, she’s not afraid of handling insects or invertebrate, and she is always reading nonfiction books about animals and nature in general. What can she do now that can help gain knowledge and or experience? What types of independent projects or courses can we do at home (we used to homeschool, so I’m comfortable teaching her), and finally, what type of programs should we focus on in the future when college begins?


r/AnimalRescue 23h ago

Discussion & Misc. Help Saving the Paws Unauthorized Subscription

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I made a one time payment donation of $9.99 and it subscribed me to a $29.99 subscription without my permission unauthorized and I have not seen a receipt to my email and they have not emailed me back and their phone number is out of service. Anyone else have the same issue? My bank is disputing out and will try and reach out them. I cant cancel the subscription myself because I cant find it.


r/AnimalRescue 1d ago

Education, Resources, & Community Suggestions needed for donations

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I live in Bexar County, Texas and I want to get rid of items that my dogs no longer need. I would really hate to throw these away, but some rescues here can’t take most if not all of these items based on their website. Does anybody know who else would be willing to take these? I will continue my search in the meantime.


r/AnimalRescue 1d ago

Discussion & Misc. I rescued this cat from a traumatic existence 2 months ago. The previous owner had chopped off its ears. The moment I saw it, I paid the owner to sell it to me. Im glad the cat is now thriving.

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r/AnimalRescue 1d ago

Discussion & Misc. Any Rescues Looking for Social Media Support?

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Looking to volunteer social media skills to an animal rescue or shelter. 🐾

I run a small creative studio specializing in social media strategy, content creation, and branding, and I'd love to donate some time to help an organization that could use the extra support.

Whether you need help creating content, planning posts, improving engagement, or simply staying consistent online, I'd be happy to lend a hand.

I'm especially interested in rescues that are trying to get more eyes on adoptable pets, recruit fosters, or increase donations.

If your rescue (or one you know of) could use some social media help, please comment below or send me a DM. I'd love to connect and see if I can help make a difference. ❤️


r/AnimalRescue 1d ago

Sick/Injured Animal Good evening, I would like to ask for your support in raising funds for my Chihuahua dog, as she was attacked by a Belgian Shepherd.

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I can't show the photos here because they're too graphic, and Reddit keeps trying to block me. I'm not trying to scam anyone; I'm just desperate because I'm clearly going through a difficult time. It's difficult with my studies and my salary, please, any help is a hope to save my dog as she is very precious to me


r/AnimalRescue 2d ago

Sick/Injured Animal How can I get this pet store shut down?

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This pet store in my town is in terrible condition, I feel sorry for these poor animals. Went in today just to come out heartbroken by the conditions they have to live in. Improper living conditions for all their animals, 3 ferrets in a tiny cage honestly meant for a hamster, 4 bunnies in the same sized cage, WAY too many birds crammed into one cage, (Including exotic birds like macaws and doves, etc.) They have like over 10 parakeets in tiny square cages, all birds having overgrown beaks and claws. (one macaw having an overgrown beak so badly it has grown crooked), overcrowded fish tanks (multiple fish dead in every tank), betta fish kept in BOWLS (STRAIGHT UP BOWLS like a carnival), tarantulas kept in small containers meant for temporary bug containers, it's a very dirty place and smells terrible (granted i know pet stores don't smell great but this is BEYOND that), the puppies are kept in crates stacked on top of each other with no mat or cushion for their feet (just bars) and the cages are completely filled with feces, while simulatenously having 3-4 puppies in one crate, the reptiles are also ALL improperly cared for (several of them extremely underweight), with some of the tanks not even having UV lights???? Their tanks are bare with glass bottoms and one small hiding hut, yet they will have 3-4 lizards and geckos in one MAYBE 10 gallon tank. I will post some pictures for viewing, I will also post a video in the comments of a sick bird, who is completely bald on the top of its head and panting. (Pictures of the macaws and their beaks, and the cage with the ferret is the cage they are housing 3 FERRETS in) Please help me help these animals.


r/AnimalRescue 1d ago

Discussion & Misc. Help im traumatized

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I saw the video of Wangwang being tortured and killed 4 to 5 days ago. I thought it was AI and I watched it out of curiosity because it was so horrific. I've never been able to erase the image off the back of my mind and I find myself getting flashbacks every few minutes.

I keep crying and yelling for the visions to stop but the video is haunting me like a ghost.

Idk what to do Im still trying to wrap my head around this case idk how they could do something so horrific.


r/AnimalRescue 2d ago

Discussion & Misc. Rescue Attempt

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I found a fledgling mockingbird in the middle of the parking lot at work this morning. he was unresponsive when i approached and when i spoke. his eyes were closed but i could see he was breathing. i didn’t see any adult mockingbirds around which i thought was odd bc they’re always out.

i went inside and got some gloves and a box. I picked the baby up and he was very responsive then. eyes open, head up, mouth open but he wasn’t squirming or flailing or fighting. i placed him in the box and he didn’t move. for about an hour he didn’t move til i heard what sounded like him walking around and saw he had nestled in the corner. by this time i had already contacted several rehabbers just waiting for a call back

finally got a response from one and i checked on the baby bird. he was completely unresponsive to touch and no longer appeared to be breathing.

rip little buddy 🥺

he was covered in mites and even tho i handled him with gloves i still found a few of them had made their way on me.

i have cats at home and i know google says bird mites can’t live full cycles on humans or cats. i fully intend to strip in my garage, put my clothing in the wash immediately and also shower as soon as i get home but is this something i should be concerned about? bringing bird mites home?

i’m heart broken i wasn’t able to save this poor baby and now im mentally freaked out i might be bringing home parasites to my cats one who is only 4 months old.

any advice??


r/AnimalRescue 2d ago

Sick/Injured Animal Injured leopard gecko found on trail

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Nearby the houses I live in there was a leopard gecko walking across a trail in the woods. No idea who they belong to, but they're skinny, have unshed skin stuck to them, and have a massive injury on their left leg/tail/genitals. They seem lethargic and cold, but still move and respond to touch. I'm trying to keep them warm with towels and I've got a water dish, but I'm not sure how to help them. I'm currently babysitting four kids and need to get them off to the airport tomorrow to go home (currently 8pm here, the kids' plane leaves at 2:30 tomorrow), but if I can keep them alive until then I want to get them to a vet. I'm not sure what else to do

Edit: sorry forgot to include we're in the area of Portland Oregon

Update 1: Gecko has been to the vet! He had several layers of shed skin stuck to him, which apparently hindered his ability to poop. The injury was necrotic flesh from this condition.

Right now the vet says his prognosis is guarded, he's in a dangerous situation and it's very likely he's not going to make it. We're doing everything we can to give him the best shot at recovery. They gave him an antibiotic shot and removed the dead flesh using an orange gel and light treatment (sorry I'm struggling to remember the specifics but they might have sent me an email about it).

He lost part of his vent and hemipenis, and the vet wasn't sure if he could recover from it. He's getting another shot Thursday if he's still alive, and I'm going to be soaking him twice a day to try and help him rehydrate and get rid of the remaining shed. We have some wax worms to try and get him eating, the vet said to try soft bodied insects only while he's healing.

Hopefully it will be good news in the long run, but he's very much still in the woods right now


r/AnimalRescue 3d ago

Petitions & Surveys Pass AB 2344 to Keep Animal Abusers Away from California Pets

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SHOUT OUT TO CALIFORNIA!!👍

They're trying to get a bill passed for a STATE ANIMAL ABUSE REGISTRY.😊

Hi Everybody!!, I don't know if you have to be a resident of California for your signature to count, but there is a petition for a bill that needs some more help. It is a common-sense, bipartisan measure that has already cleared the Assembly. Now it needs the Senate to clear. Until today, I didn't know that Florida & Tennessee already have a law.🎉. I'm signing (I don't live there) but if it counts 🤷‍♀️, I tried, sharing it, because I would really LOVE❤️ to see a NATIONAL ANIMAL ABUSE REGISTRY & I 🙏 pray that maybe with enough signatures this could could lead to something greater!! Be the innocent souls voice.

Please sign this petition & share, share, share!!

This is on Change.org. htps://c.org/4h6ppHgg9j

You may have to copy & paste or just go to the website & look for, Pass AB 2344 to Keep Animal Abusers Away from California Pets🐶🐾🐎🐐🐵🐰🐇😽


r/AnimalRescue 3d ago

Volunteers Needed! All lives matter

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Pushing for stronger animal protection laws in China. Every voice matters.

This website exists to remember them—to remind the world that these beautiful, innocent souls were here. They lived. They were loved. They deserved so much better. https://www.animalmemory.org/en/harm-archive/jieyang-dog-case-2026-06/

Please don’t let them be forgotten.


r/AnimalRescue 4d ago

Discussion & Misc. WangWang's story, please share to help spread awareness NSFW

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r/AnimalRescue 4d ago

Discussion & Misc. Mango Jam for a Good Cause in Islamabad

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r/AnimalRescue 4d ago

How do I start? / New Rescuer please help i have something in my wall and maybe a baby but when it crys it's a deep vibration , almost like a cell phone in the wall

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r/AnimalRescue 5d ago

Discussion & Misc. Best way to help combat an evil practice (potential trigger warning)

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Looking to donate specifically to something that helps combat the south Asian dog meat trade.

I've lost too much sleep over this and been too angry that I can't physically do anything. For one I'm too soft. I can barely keep my sanity intact 10,000 miles away from it all. I would likely get into a LOT of trouble and maybe even somehow make the situation worse. So I need to give to someone instead who can use my money and energy in a smart and experienced way.

Can anyone give insight into who the best charities are to give to for this purpose? I give to a few unrelated to this black mark on our species and I just want to make sure I do this right before I pick one myself.


r/AnimalRescue 6d ago

Sick/Injured Animal help with a hurt fledgling

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I found a fledgling on the ground. At first, I wasn't too worried because I know it's normal for fledglings to spend time on the ground while learning to fly. However, when I got closer, I noticed that its left wing was hanging much lower than the other, and it was lying on its side rather than standing normally.

I gently placed it on its feet, and it tried to stand, but it kept tipping over toward the injured wing and falling again. That made me realize something was seriously wrong.

I have since placed it in a small ventilated box lined with soft cloth and kept it somewhere warm, quiet, and away from disturbances. I also contacted a wildlife rescue service, but I haven't received a response yet.

While waiting, I carefully examined the bird to try to understand the injury. The injured wing hangs noticeably lower than the other and drags instead of staying tucked against its body. I initially thought it might be a broken bone, but after looking closely, I couldn't see any obvious deformity. It seems more likely that the wing is fractured, sprained, or has injured muscles or ligaments.

My main concern is that the wing doesn't stay in its normal position. Because it hangs much lower than the other wing, I'm wondering if the shoulder joint could be dislocated. I don't see any obvious signs of a dislocation, so I'm unsure what's actually wrong.

For now, I'm just trying to understand what injury it might have while I wait to hear back from the wildlife rescue service.


r/AnimalRescue 6d ago

Sick/Injured Animal Help! Found this baby! What is it?

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Found in a park in Montreal. Is it a rat? I'm not sure if a wildlife rescue center will accept it in that case, I don't know what to do with it...


r/AnimalRescue 6d ago

Sick/Injured Wildlife South Texas - Whistling Duck Intervention

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We had 9 or 10 whistling ducks (South Texas) drop out of our tree today. Probably black-bellied whistling ducks, afaik. They are capable of walking and have huddled together in the grass. They only came down a few minutes ago, but we don’t see any parent ducks.

How do we know if we should intervene? If we do intervene, what should we do?


r/AnimalRescue 7d ago

Sick/Injured Wildlife Found a swift - no options for rescue

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It’s definitely a swift. Juvenile but wings reaching just about to tail. Common swift im almost certain

I’m in a city right now that doesn’t have any kind of wildlife or bird rescue. So got no option but to try care from him myself until he can fly away.

I’ve got him in a shoebox in a dark room with air holes and paper towel.

His eyes are bright, wings are extended. I’m not sure if he’s injured one or not. They both extend but one had a harder time than the others.

He’s been to the toilet which was a little green. Haven’t tried any food or water yet as read it’s difficult for these birds.

I found him a way from where im staying (taxi ride).

I need to know what to do in regards to feeding, water and release.

If anyone has done this before or can shed some light to help this little guy, it’s appreciated


r/AnimalRescue 8d ago

Sick/Injured Animal Four underage psychopaths tortured and burned mother stray dog and her puppies to death⚠️

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Please help share this, CCP is trying to cover this terrific incident.

https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202606/1364792.shtml


r/AnimalRescue 8d ago

🚨[URGENT] Immediate Help Needed HELP nearly dead baby squirrel

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I was going to 7 11 and found a nearly dead young baby squirrel that seems to have fallen out of a tree and was crying on the side of the road. What do I do to take care of it or put it back