A ReJoyceful Animal Rescue

A ReJoyceful Animal Rescue 501C3 Dog & Cat Rescue speaking for the Voiceless in Michigan. A ReJoyceful Animal rescue is always in desperate need of new volunteers. The choice is yours.
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Just a quick message as a reminder to our wonderful supporters: Our organization is volunteer-based, we run solely on the efforts of our fabulous volunteers. These volunteers work full time jobs, have families with children in extracurricular activities, pets of their own and other responsibilities and yet still squeeze time out of the day to volunteer their time to our organization and otherwise

homeless animals. With that being said, sometimes things happen out of our control... please remember it could take 24-72 hours for someone to respond to applications, questions, etc. We always are looking out for the best interest of our animals to ensure they are placed with the best possible families. If you haven't received a response within 3 days, please email us at [email protected] or message us on this page! Thank you for your continued support.

- The ARAR family
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Ever wonder how YOU can make a huge impact on the lives of these poor helpless animals? We need volunteers to aide in fundraising, aide in follow up, fostering, help with administrative or just say a prayer for the babies we are trying to save. If you want to volunteer we can always use your help. It does not matter if you can devote as little as 4 hours a week or 40 hours a week. Every volunteer makes a difference. Here are the various volunteering opportunities available:

Fostering – This is probably one of the most rewarding experiences ever! To see an animal come to you that is helpless, lonely, lost, abused and neglected go from underdog to wonderdog is probably the best feeling in the whole world. Fostering can be demanding at times given the situation of the animal that has been placed in your care. However, fostering should cost you no money at all. The rescue will provide everything that is needed to help you foster the animal in your care. All the foster has to do is ensure that the animal you are fostering gets to its scheduled vet appointments (of course these appointments would be when it is best fit into the fosters schedule), gets the love and attention that the animal so much deserves. The rescue will do everything else. We provide the food, medical care, crates, toys, beds, moral support, ANYTHING you need to care for the animal the rescue will provide. Once the animal is placed up for adoption, you have the choice to be actively involved in the placement of the animal or you can let the rescue do it also. Fostering is by far one of the most life changing things you can do for the animal. The more foster homes we have, the more lives that can be saved. Please consider this if you have the room and availability. All foster homes must be reviewed prior to fostering. All animals currently in the home MUST be spayed or neutered and current on all vaccines, monthly heartworm preventive, monthly flea preventive and healthy prior to the rescue placing a foster animal in your care. The rescue will NEVER place a foster animal in your home that you cannot handle or that will not fit into your lifestyle. We ask that when you sign up to take on a foster animal, you sign up for what could be a long commitment. It can take anywhere from a week to a year or longer to find an animal the right family. If you do not intend on keeping a foster animal for an extended period of time, fostering might not be the right opportunity for you. Maybe another volunteering opportunity within the organization would better suite you…. Administrative – A ReJoyceful Animal Rescue can always use administrative help. We are always in need of volunteers to do follow up on animals, helping to maintain files, maintain the website, maintaining the e-mail database, sending out spay and neuter reminders, aiding in the placement of animals, helping at adoption events, educating the public, helping to streamline processes and procedures, bringing fresh new ideas to the table. Fundraising – This is also a rewarding way to volunteer. We are always in need of volunteers to steer and head up fundraisers. This is how the rescue can stay in business and save the lives that need us so desperately. If you are a good people person and “ain’t to proud to beg” helping with our fundraising efforts might be right up your ally. We need volunteers to solicit for donations, solicit for donation baskets / giveaways for fundraising events, bring fresh and innovative ideas for different types of fundraisers to do, help with organizing adoption events, help with marketing and branding. If none of the above qualifies for something that you could do, we can ALWAYS use monetary donations to help the cause. Every dollar helps. No donation is too small. Paypal:
https://www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/1910176?token=2E988845W0882943H

Venmo:
(business account)

🐾 Please meet Zen 🐾She has spent her whole life putting her babies first. One by one, all of her puppies found homes — a...
06/04/2026

🐾 Please meet Zen 🐾

She has spent her whole life putting her babies first. One by one, all of her puppies found homes — and now this beautiful momma waits patiently for her turn. 🙏

Zen is a 3-year-old shepherd/husky mix with a striking blue eye and a personality just as unforgettable💙. She’s dog friendly, loves her people deeply, and has the loyal, intelligent nature both breeds are known for. After raising her pups, Zen deserves a family who will finally choose her.

Like many husky/shepherd mixes, Zen does have a prey drive, so she will need a home without cats or small animals. But with the right environment, she is an incredible companion who’s ready to bond closely with her people and leave her momma days behind her.

It’s heartbreaking watching a dog who gave everything to her puppies still waiting for someone to see her worth. Zen has done her job raising her babies — now it’s time for someone to give her the love, stability, and forever home she’s always deserved.

Apply to bring Zen home at https://www.rejoycefulrescue.com/adopt🙏

💙 IN MEMORY OF ASHER... MEET FATSO 💙Yesterday was a hard day at A ReJoyceful Animal Rescue.Yesterday, we said goodbye to...
06/03/2026

💙 IN MEMORY OF ASHER... MEET FATSO 💙

Yesterday was a hard day at A ReJoyceful Animal Rescue.

Yesterday, we said goodbye to Asher.

Asher's story did not have the ending we all desperately wanted for him, and our hearts are still heavy from that loss. But if there is one thing rescue teaches us, it's that even on the hardest days, another life is waiting for us to show up.

Enter Fatso.

Today, Fatso was sitting in animal control facing a euthanasia fate of his own.

Fatso is approximately 3-4 years old and is an absolute beefcake of a short-stack dog. He is built like a tank, loves like a teddy bear, and gives the biggest hugs you've ever received.

After Nicki and Stephanie took Asher for his cremation yesterday, I called them and asked if they wanted to meet me at animal control to see a dog that desperately needed help. Without hesitation, they headed straight there.

The moment we met Fatso, we knew.

This stocky little dreamboat won us over immediately.

So, in memory of sweet Asher, we pulled Fatso and brought him to safety.

Fatso was a police confiscation case. His owner is currently in jail, his owner's mother was unable to physically manage him, and a disabled neighbor had been left caring for him. After concerns were raised about how he was being handled, law enforcement became involved, and he was ultimately signed over to animal control.

Unfortunately, that left Fatso facing an uncertain future and the very real possibility of euthanasia.

We couldn't let that be the end of his story.

So now he's safe.

But while our shelter is a wonderful temporary refuge for dogs facing euthanasia, it is not a home.

And Fatso deserves a home.

We're told he does well with cats, although he occasionally forgets his size and can be a bit of a bull in a china shop. He has not really been around other dogs, so we don't yet know how he feels about canine roommates. He is good with children, though his enthusiasm and strength could accidentally knock over smaller kiddos.

He's crate trained, sleeps quietly in his crate at night, and is housebroken. He is not yet neutered, so he can occasionally feel the need to "claim" his territory, but a simple belly band solves that issue.

Most importantly?

He is an absolute sweetheart who found himself in a situation he didn't create.

Today could have been the last day of Fatso's life.

Instead, because people cared, today became the first day of his second chance.

Can anyone open their heart and home to this handsome beefcake? A foster or foster-to-adopt home would change everything for him.

📍 Located at A ReJoyceful Animal Rescue
📋 Foster Application: https://rejoycefulrescue.formstack.com/forms/foster_form
📋 Foster-to-Adopt Application: https://rejoycefulrescue.formstack.com/forms/fta

Please share far and wide. Let's find Fatso the home he deserves. 💚💜

Our foster’s cleaning lady found some adorable kittens, and we apparently decided… cleaning supplies were the name of th...
06/03/2026

Our foster’s cleaning lady found some adorable kittens, and we apparently decided… cleaning supplies were the name of the game! So please welcome our newest trio:
🧹 Swiffer
🫧 Clorox
✨ Pledge
Despite their names, they are NOT effective against dust, fingerprints, or dirty floors. They ARE effective against loneliness and sadness though. 🥹
These tiny cleaning crew members are playful, cuddly, chaotic, and currently accepting applications for forever homes.
Apply to add these supplies to your home athttps://www.rejoycefulrescue.com/adopt

💗Meet Sheba 💗This sweet momma has spent the last month and a half waiting patiently while all of her puppies headed off ...
06/03/2026

💗Meet Sheba 💗

This sweet momma has spent the last month and a half waiting patiently while all of her puppies headed off to foster homes… and now it’s finally her turn to be chosen.

Sheba is everything you could want in a family dog — calm, loving, and easy to have around. 🥰She’s potty trained, dog friendly, and happiest just relaxing near her people. Every now and then her playful side comes out, reminding you she still has plenty of joy left to share.

After raising her babies, Sheba deserves a soft place to land and a family that will love her as much as she loves everyone else. She’s done being “just the mom dog.” Now she gets to be someone’s baby too.🥹

Come meet Sheba and give her the happy ending she’s been waiting for. 🐾
https://www.rejoycefulrescue.com/adopt

❤️❤️KITTEN ATTACK UPDATE!❤️❤️‼️WE STILL NEED DONATIONS TO CONTINUE PROVIDING CARE‼️Chloe isn’t out of the woods yet, BUT...
06/02/2026

❤️❤️KITTEN ATTACK UPDATE!❤️❤️

‼️WE STILL NEED DONATIONS TO CONTINUE PROVIDING CARE‼️

Chloe isn’t out of the woods yet, BUT she is officially improving! Her breathing is much more stable today, her color looks great, and—best of all—she is starting to eat on her own! Skipping the feeding tube is a huge win for our little fighter.
Her latest chest X-rays look significantly better, and the pneumothorax is resolving on its own without needing a chest tube. 🙏

Next up, the clinic is running some follow-up blood work and checking in with the surgery department to get their opinion on her chest wall. We don't have to make any major surgical decisions today, which gives her more time to rest and get stronger.
We still need financial help to keep this going! She’s a fighter and has her WHOLE life ahead of her. Please consider donating via the options below or sharing this post! 🙏

Zeffy (no fees!): https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/help-us-keep-rescuing

Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/RejoycefulRescue

Zelle: [email protected]

CashApp: $rejoycefulrescue

PayPal Donate Button: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?

Thank you all for being a part of her recovery journey.

06/02/2026

💔 For Asher, and For the People Who Loved Him 💔

Today, we said goodbye to Asher.

There are no words that truly make days like this easier.

Asher was one of those dogs who found his way deep into the hearts of the people around him. He was loved by so many staff members, volunteers, trail walkers, fosters, trainers, and supporters who saw beyond his struggles and never stopped hoping for a different ending.

For months, our team showed up for him.

They walked him. They advocated for him. They worked with him. They celebrated his victories and stood beside him through his setbacks. They invested countless hours trying to help him find the stability and success that we all wanted for him.

Sometimes rescue is celebrating adoptions, happy endings, and second chances.

Sometimes rescue is carrying the weight of the decisions that break your heart.

Today was one of those days.

The reality is that Asher's behavioral challenges became too unpredictable and severe to safely manage, despite every effort that was made on his behalf. While our hearts desperately wanted a different outcome, our responsibility is always to both the animals in our care and the people who care for them.

To our staff and volunteers: I want you to know that I see you.

I see the tears that were shed today.

I see the heartbreak many of you are carrying tonight.

I see the exhaustion that comes from loving so deeply and fighting so hard for animals who need us.

And I need you to hear this: You did not fail Asher.

You gave him everything you had.

You gave him your time, your patience, your compassion, your expertise, your hope, and your love. Because of you, Asher experienced trail walks, adventures, treats, belly rubs, fresh air, enrichment, and people who truly cared about him.

His story matters because of the people who refused to give up on him.

The hardest part of rescue is knowing that love alone cannot always heal every wound or quiet every demon. But that does not mean the love was wasted.

It wasn't.

Every single person who loved Asher made his life better.

As we mourn his loss, please be gentle with yourselves and with one another. Lean on your teammates. Share your favorite stories. Talk about the good moments. Cry if you need to.

And when our hearts are ready, we will honor Asher the way rescue always does.

We will save another life in his name.

Run free, sweet boy. No more confusion. No more struggles. Just peace.

Thank you for letting us love you, Asher. ❤️🐾💜💚 Forever part of the ARAR family.

🐾 Become an Adoption Hero! 🐾We're looking for local businesses, organizations, and community partners to help our shelte...
06/02/2026

🐾 Become an Adoption Hero! 🐾

We're looking for local businesses, organizations, and community partners to help our shelter cats find loving homes by sponsoring adoption fees!

Every cat deserves a loving home, and you can help make that happen! ❤️

By sponsoring adoption fees, you’re removing barriers for families who are ready to welcome a new furry family member while giving deserving shelter cats a second chance at happiness.

Meet a few of the cats who are waiting for their forever homes:
🐱 Thatch – Rescued after being abandoned outside our shelter.
🐱 Lizzie – One of many cats saved from a hoarding situation and now ready for a fresh start.
🐱 Light Fury – Also rescued from a hoarding case and hoping to find a calm, loving home.

✨ Your sponsorship helps:
🐾 Remove barriers to adoption
🐾 Give cats a second chance
🐾 Strengthen our community

Whether you’re a local business, organization, or individual, your support can directly change lives.

💜 Scan the QR code on the flyer to donate, or send us a message to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.

Together, we can help more cats find the loving homes they deserve. 🏡🐾

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🌳Say hello to Janet Woods🌳Janet is a lively girl who is typical young, overly excited puppy. She is (almost) non stop wi...
06/02/2026

🌳Say hello to Janet Woods🌳

Janet is a lively girl who is typical young, overly excited puppy. She is (almost) non stop wiggles and play. Janet is still learning and can be a bit stubborn at times. She is a curious gal who likes to stop and sniff on her walks. 🐕🚶🏼‍♂️New things can occasionally highlight her shy side, but with positive support/encouragement she becomes confident quickly. Janet loves other dogs/cats though she is still learning boundries. She ignores our chickens and ducks when shes outside along from sharing the occasional dirt hole with them 😂 She is the best free outdoor helper you can find! Janet does great with kids and has been around all ages without any issue. She loves a good nap ( or sleep over ) in the bed, but does well in a crate as well. When crated she prefers a bone or something to chew on. She mostly sleeps through the night without any problems or accidents. Janet is still working on potty training, though she is mostly there! She uses outside about 80% of the time. Janet would LOVE a forever family of her own to form a close bond with!

Janet wants a family that is 👇🏼
-Active 🏃🏼
-Patient 😇
-Fur friends preferred 🐾( though not required )
-Willing to play tug of war all the time 😁
-Gives kisses and little treats regularly 😋

Apply to bring Janet home at https://www.rejoycefulrescue.com/adopt

💗Hi there! My name is Mirabel 💗 I'm a sweet, chatty, shiny and soft tuxedo kitty who is ready to win you over with my vo...
06/02/2026

💗Hi there! My name is Mirabel 💗
I'm a sweet, chatty, shiny and soft tuxedo kitty who is ready to win you over with my vocal greetings and constant kitty hugs of rubbing on your legs. 🥰 My foster family says I am a "soulmate cat." I am remarkably social, deeply loving, and all I truly want in this world is to be wherever my people are. 🐾 I love kids, other cats, and a nice respectful dog could be a new friend too!
At just a year and a half old, I’ve already successfully raised a whole litter of kittens. I gave them everything I had and was the absolute best mama—but now that my babies are grown, it is officially my turn to be pampered! I’ve done the hard work, and now I’m ready for a lifetime of cuddles. Want to be my forever person?

apply to adopt Mirabel at https://www.rejoycefulrescue.com/adopt

06/02/2026

🚨 CHLOE NEEDS A MIRACLE 🚨

Last night, 9-week-old Chloe survived a horrific attack by a large animal. She is broken, fragile, and fighting for her life — but she is still here. She has her whole life ahead of her, and we desperately want to give her that chance.

But we need to be completely transparent with our Village.

Chloe suffered a pneumothorax (collapsed lung) as a result of the attack and is currently receiving intensive oxygen therapy and around-the-clock critical care. Her tiny lung was punctured during the trauma, and now we wait and pray that her little body can heal.

The estimate for Chloe's first 72 hours of critical care and hospitalization is $6,000–$8,000. Right now, her medical team is focused on keeping her stable, managing her pain, monitoring her breathing, and giving her every chance possible to recover.

What makes this even more difficult is that this estimate does not include surgery.

The attack also caused significant trauma to Chloe's chest, and her ribs have been stretched from the force of the injuries. If her specialists determine that surgical intervention is necessary to repair the damage, that procedure is estimated to cost an additional $3,000–$4,000 on top of her hospitalization costs.

We currently have over 400 animals in our care who are depending on us, too. As much as our hearts want to say yes without hesitation, we have to think about every single life counting on this rescue.

As a rescue that relies solely on donations and adoption fees, we do not have the funds to absorb an emergency of this magnitude without help.

The heartbreaking truth is this:

If we cannot raise the funds needed for Chloe's care, we may be forced to make an impossible decision. Continuing treatment without financial support could jeopardize our ability to care for the hundreds of other animals currently depending on us.

We are committing to Chloe, but we need our Village to commit to her, too.

We want to save her. We are fighting for her. But we cannot do this alone.

Please, if you can donate, now is the time. If you cannot donate, please share. Every donation, every share, and every prayer gives Chloe a better chance at the future she deserves.

She survived the attack.

Now she needs a miracle to survive what comes next. 💔

❤️ Ways to Donate for Chloe:

• Donate directly to her care through Oakland Veterinary Referral Services by calling 248-334-6877 and asking to make a donation for Chloe under A ReJoyceful Animal Rescue

• PayPal: [email protected]

• Venmo: www.venmo.com/RejoycefulRescue

• Zelle: [email protected]

• Cash App: $rejoycefulrescue

• PayPal Donate Button: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=AUT5T6Q7SES9U

• Zeffy (100% fee-free): https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/help-us-keep-rescuing

Please help us fight for Chloe. ❤️

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44682 Morley Drive
Clinton Township, MI
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