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Where Do Puppies Come From?
22 Hello Folks !! NOTE: We are a foster based (no facility), all volunteer rescue organization that receives no […]
Handsome Roosevelt!! Roosevelt is 10 week old chonky bull dog mix !This litter of super sweet adorable babies are very well socialized with kids, cats and dogs ! They are 10 weeks old and ready to start their new lives with their forever families ! To apply to adopt please visit www.StrayNetwork.org ... See MoreSee Less
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Meet Lily! Lily is one of our chonky bulldog mixes! This litter of super sweet adorable babies are very well socialized with kids, cats and dogs ! Lily is 10 weeks old and ready to start her new life with her forever family ! To apply to adopt please visit www.StrayNetwork.org ... See MoreSee Less
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Stormy, Bolt and Dorothy are doing so well! Our little survivors are 6 weeks old and gaining and growing !! They are so much fun and playful ! We are so happy they are going to live BIG lives in tribute to there 7 deceased siblings and their momma :( we wish they all got this opportunity! We will absolutely make sure they have wonderful lives !! #fosterssavelives #adoptdontshop #straynetworkanimalrescue ... See MoreSee Less
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Awww 🥰 I miss them! Dorothy looks bigger than Bolt now!?!
So glad they're doing well. Was hoping!
They are so precious ❤️❤️
Compassion Fatigue in Dog Rescue: A Silent Struggle
In the world of dog rescue, compassion is our driving force—but it can also be our heaviest burden. For many rescuers, fosters, and volunteers, the endless stream of abandoned, abused, and neglected dogs creates a constant emotional toll. This toll has a name: compassion fatigue.
Compassion fatigue is more than just burnout. It’s a deep emotional and physical exhaustion that stems from constantly caring for others in crisis. In dog rescue, it shows up as sleepless nights worrying about dogs still waiting for help, the heartbreak of losing one despite your best efforts, or the guilt of not being able to save them all.
You might feel numb, irritable, helpless—or like you’re losing the joy that once fueled your mission. And that’s okay. You’re human. Rescue work demands so much of the heart, but it’s crucial to refill your own cup, too.
You are not alone.
Talk to others in rescue. Set boundaries. Take a break if you need it. Your compassion is a gift—but it doesn’t have to come at the cost of your well-being.
The world needs more hearts like yours. But we also need you to protect yours.
If you’re struggling, reach out. Let’s normalize talking about mental health in rescue. Supporting each other is just as important as saving lives. If you know someone doing rescue work—check on them. Help them. Listen.
They carry more than you realize. In honor of National Animal Care & Control Appreciation Week and to all of the individuals involved in Animal Welfare, doing far more than anyone truly understands.
We see you... #compassionfatigue #rescueishard #weseeyou #fostersareheroes #dogrescue #dogrescueheros #straynetworkanimalrescue ... See MoreSee Less
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I’ve seen Best Friends in Utah this very issue❤️
Amen!
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Our adorable “eagles” themed pups are 11 weeks old and so excited to find their forever homes. Momma Luna is a 25 lbs black lab mix and dad is unknown but maybe hound or shepherd… either way she was a great mom and the pups have been around kids, cats and dogs too. They are lively pups well socialized and very affectionate! For more information and to apply to adopt please visit www.StrayNetwork.org #adoptdontshop #puppiesofinstagram #fosteringsaveslives #straynetworkanimalrescue ... See MoreSee Less
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Totally cute Tulip 🌷 sweet Tulip is One of our chonky pups! Big babies are like 16 lbs at 10 weeks old. American bull dog mix babies are incredibly sweet, social and affectionate. Have been around kids, cats and dogs too. They are so so sweet. Tulip loves to cuddle snuggle and play! She’s a total smooch pooch! For more info or to apply please visit www.StrayNetwork.org #rescuedogsofinstagram #adoptdontshop #fosteringsaveslives #straynetworkanimalrescue ... See MoreSee Less
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Pretty Petunia🌸 petunia ( tootie) One of our chonky pups! Big babies are like 16 lbs at 10 weeks old. American bull dog mix babies are incredibly sweet, social and affectionate. Have been around kids, cats and dogs too. They are so so sweet. Petunia is so pretty a big chested and a total smooch pooch! For more info or to apply please visit www.StrayNetwork.org #rescuedogsofinstagram #adoptdontshop #fosteringsaveslives #straynetworkanimalrescue ... See MoreSee Less
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She is a cutie patootie! 💕
The are so adorable
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Tonka ! One of our chonky pups! Big babies are like 16 lbs at 10 weeks old. American bull dog mix babies are incredibly sweet, social and affectionate. Have been around kids, cats and dogs too. They are so so sweet. Tonka is big chested and a total smooch pooch! For more info or to apply please visit www.StrayNetwork.org #rescuedogsofinstagram #adoptdontshop #fosteringsaveslives #straynetworkanimalrescue ... See MoreSee Less
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Ohhh myyy gosh how cute - SNAR alum and super cute foster momma sibling Kiley helping foster our Luna’s litter puppies .. they are so cute. Clearly Kiley was slightly over the pic session by the end !! Quick apply to adopt one of these cute lab mix pups they are the sweetest babies!! For more info and to apply please visit www.StrayNetwork.org #adoptdontshop #fosteringsaveslives #straynetworkanimalrescue ... See MoreSee Less
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I submitted an application for DeVonta 🥰 My parents have adopted two dogs from your rescue. Thanks for all you do!!!
We adopted LucyLoo (Sugar) and EllyMae (Eden). Love them to pieces! Our friend Donna Arobone also has 2 adoptees!
Delta and her adventures !! Delta is still searching for her forever home! Darling Delta is so wonderful! Delta is excited and hopeful to find her forever home - she’s a happy girl and always excited, whether it’s a walk, play or snuggle on the couch ! Delta loves all people and dogs - she’s not a fan of cats but otherwise a total love. Delta is spayed vaccinated microchipped and ready for her forever home. For more information and to apply please visit www.StrayNetwork.org #adoptdontshop #dontdumpyourpets #fosteringsaveslives #straynetworkanimalrescue ... See MoreSee Less
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Meet Zuri! She’s such a precious puppy. Zuri is about 10 weeks old and super affectionate! Zuri is an Australian cattle dog mix and playful and fun!! . Zuri has been lovingly fostered and affectionately cared for! Zuri is super socialized with kids, cats and dogs. For more information and to apply please visit www.StrayNetwork.org #adoptdontshop #orphanrescuepups #fosteringsaveslives #straynetworkanimalrescue ... See MoreSee Less
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Jake Costantino A lightly toasted striker
Earlier this week We took a mom and pups that were outside before the storm this week so she somehow made it through the severe ones in the last weeks in rural Mississippi with her newborns. Her 8 pups are now 2 weeks old. Shes very pretty girl - here are some pics - she’s very young and very sweet. She will also not ever have to be outside during severe weather again nor will her babies. Welcome to SNAR - we haven’t settled on a name she’s got quite the personality so it has to be just right for her ♥️ thanks to the fosters and volunteers that enable us to save dogs like her. Thanks to our supporters who donate and pray for our people and our dogs too ! #fosteringsaveslives #straynetworkanimalrescue #adoptdontshop #spayandneuteryourpets #dontdumpyourpets ... See MoreSee Less
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Where will these pups be available when old enough ?
Thank you for saving them!! 🩷🐾❤️🐾🩷🙏🏻🙏🏻
Precious babies💗
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