Luvable Dog Rescue (formerly known as Luv-A-Bull & Luv-A-Little Dog Rescue and Sanctuary) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) that began in 1999. We are an organization dedicated to re-homing exceptional, loving dogs who have been rescued from high-kill shelters where they had little chance of being adopted.
Our motto of “Place, Pack and Purpose,” guides our rescue philosophy. “Place” refers to our peaceful and beautiful 55 acre wooded sanctuary which transforms neglected dogs into happy and healthy companions through playtime outdoors and miles of hiking. We use the “Pack” (both human and canine) to also heal, teach, and socialize the dogs, so that they can succeed at their “Purpose” which is to be a loving companion and family member. Luvable Dog Rescue dogs live either at our main kennel facility or with a foster family. Our dogs spend many hours a day with staff and volunteers, to enrich their lives and allow us to get to know them in order to place them in the most compatible home. Our dogs receive daily hikes on wooded trails, and enjoy play groups with other dogs, premium food, plenty of human company, mentally stimulating games, expert medical care, and a whole lot of love.
Adoption Policy
1. Please fill out our application on this page. Please do not leave any blank spaces, put na for not applicable.
2. You can view our available animals at the link on bottom of this page. Please note this may not always be 100% up to date since some animals are out on sleepovers with families, while others may still not be listed while we await the completion of their medical needs.
3. Please note: If you are applying to adopt a Pit Bull, you must have a yard that is fully fenced at least 6 feet high. Fenced yards are required for all medium to large dog breeds. You must submit photos of your fencing to [email protected].
4. Please email proof of homeownership or landlord approval to [email protected].
5. Make sure to answer ALL questions and hit submit, do not leave any blanks (put na for not applicable). Once you hit submit your application will be sent to us. You will receive a confirmation once your application has been received by an administrator. This may take 2-3 business days.
6. Once your application is approved, you will be put in contact with one of our Adoption Counselors who will answer any question about specific Luvable animals. In addition they will set up the meet and greet at our rescue facility.
7. Once you have met with the dogs at Luvable and a potential LUV match has been made, you will have the opportunity to take your new dog home on a week long “sleepover” trial. The adoption fee is left as a deposit at this time. *Puppies 6 months and under do not do sleepover trials, they are a standard adoption*
8. If the “sleepover” is successful
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