Big Dogs Don’t Cry Inc.

We are a licensed 501c non for profit foster based animal rescue dedicated to helping large breed dogs find their forever homes while extending our hand to all dogs in need.

06/05/2026

🎉🐾 Welcome to the BDDC Family!🐾🎉

Tonight, 4 precious lives were given a second chance! ❤️

These deserving pups are safe because incredible fosters and adopters stepped up when they needed help most. Every open home, every application, every "yes" makes rescue possible and gives dogs the opportunity to experience love, comfort, and a future they may never have had otherwise.

A special thank you to Nick and Amy for bringing these sweet souls to us this evening and helping make their rescue possible. Your dedication and willingness to step up for animals in need means the world to us. ❤️🐾

We are so grateful to everyone who continues to support our mission and believe that every dog deserves a chance.

Please join us in welcoming these adorable pups to the Big Dogs Don't Cry family! We can't wait to watch their journeys unfold and see them thrive.

Thank you to our amazing fosters, adopters, Nick, and Amy for being heroes tonight. Because of you, four more dogs are sleeping safely instead of wondering what tomorrow will bring.

Welcome to BDDC, babies—we're so happy you're here! 🐶💕

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🐾 Hi, I'm Peter! I'm a dog but I speak Cat 🐾 Are you one of those people who keeps saying, "I wish I could get a dog, bu...
06/04/2026

🐾 Hi, I'm Peter! I'm a dog but I speak Cat 🐾

Are you one of those people who keeps saying, "I wish I could get a dog, but my cats would never allow it?" Well, good news—I might just be your cats' approval-rated roommate. I'm about 1½ years old, weigh a perfectly portable 19 pounds, and I was found as an unclaimed stray hanging around with cats. That's right. While other dogs are out here writing strongly worded complaints about felines, I was apparently building my social circle around them.

So for all you cat lovers looking for a dog who already speaks a little "cat," consider this your gift, neatly wrapped in 19 pounds of adorable.

Now, let's address the tiny elephant in the room. I was recently neutered, and before that I was pretty convinced that every square inch of the world belonged to me. As a result, I've been known to leave the occasional "Peter was here" signature. The good news? A simple belly band can help while I learn that not everything needs my personal stamp of approval. What else do I bring to the table? I'm cute, compact, young, and ready to trade stray life for couch life. I promise to provide entertainment, companionship, and occasional comedic relief.

Your cats can continue acting like they own the house—I won't argue. Much. So what are you waiting for? Fill out that application and let's make this official. I've spent enough time being homeless. It's time for me to find my people. Love, Peter

Professional Cat-Friendly Dog Part-Time Explorer Full-Time Good Boy 🐶💕Apply at www.bigdogsdontcry.com

Update- another rescue stepped up🚨 EUTHANASIA PENDING IN GARY, INDIANA 🚨This sweet 7-month-old boy is running out of tim...
06/04/2026

Update- another rescue stepped up
🚨 EUTHANASIA PENDING IN GARY, INDIANA 🚨

This sweet 7-month-old boy is running out of time. 💔

Born in a backyard with very little socialization, the world is still a scary place for him. What he needs isn't perfection—he needs patience, understanding, and someone willing to show him that people can be kind.

He's adorable, young, and has so much potential, but he needs a COMMITTED foster willing to give him the time and consistency he deserves. Rescue is not possible without dedicated fosters stepping up. Commitment matters. These dogs depend on us.

Please don't let his story end before it truly begins.

🐾 Can you foster?
🐾 Can you adopt?
🐾 Can you share to help us find his person?

We cannot continue saving lives without the support of our community.

Apply today or send us www.bigdogsdontcry.com

Please help us give this baby the chance he's never had. ❤️

06/04/2026

✨ VALKYRIE UPDATE!!! ✨

Just look at our little mama now! 😍

It's hard to believe this is the same girl. Valkyrie has come so far, and every day she shows us more of her sweet, loving personality. Watching her heal, gain confidence, and finally get the care she deserves has been incredible.

We are completely in love with this girl. ❤️

From surviving to thriving, Valkyrie is proving just how resilient dogs can be when given a chance. Her future is looking brighter every day, and we can't wait to see her find the forever family she deserves.

Stay tuned because this beautiful mama will be available for adoption soon! 🐾

Who else is already crushing on Valkyrie? 🥰👇

🚨 SAVED FROM EUTHANASIA THIS WEEK! 🚨Please help us give a huge BDDC welcome to Diva! ❤️This stunning girl got her second...
06/03/2026

🚨 SAVED FROM EUTHANASIA THIS WEEK! 🚨

Please help us give a huge BDDC welcome to Diva! ❤️

This stunning girl got her second chance just in time, and now her future is looking so much brighter. Thanks to the incredible generosity of Madeline and Joshua, Diva is safe, headed to foster, and will be getting all of her veterinary care so she can begin her journey to a forever home.

And trust us... this girl is the total package. ✨ Gorgeous, sweet, loving, and already winning hearts everywhere she goes.

We can't wait to watch her transformation, but why wait? Get your applications in now because we have a feeling this beauty won't be available for long! Www.bigdogsdontcry.com

Welcome to the BDDC family, Diva. Your old life is behind you, and your best days are finally ahead. 🐾💕

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🚨 FOSTERS OR ADOPTERS NEED COMMITMENT TODAY ARRIVE TOMORROW! 🚨 PLEASE SHARE These highly adoptable babies need a safe pl...
06/03/2026

🚨 FOSTERS OR ADOPTERS NEED COMMITMENT TODAY ARRIVE TOMORROW! 🚨 PLEASE SHARE

These highly adoptable babies need a safe place to land and we need YOUR help!

🐾 Bitsy Female Chihuahua-(estimated 5 years old)
A little spicy 🌶️ at first, but once she learns to trust you, she's a loyal little companion. Dog friendly and ready for a chance at a better life.

🐾 Blaze Male Collie Mix- (6 months old)
A sweet, fearful boy who just needs patience and love. Great with dogs and kids and has his whole life ahead of him.

🐾 Lily Beth Female Great Pyrenees Puppy
Fluffy, friendly, and everything a puppy should be! Dog friendly, kid friendly, and ready to grow up in a loving home.

💔 Tomorrow is a critical day for these dogs. They deserve the chance to know safety, comfort, and what it feels like to be loved.

🏡 Can you foster?
❤️ Ready to adopt?
📩 MESSAGE US TODAY if you're ready to add a new family member or can open your home as a foster. Apply here Www.bigdogsdontcry.com

Every foster saves a life. Every adoption changes one forever.

Please share and help us find these deserving pups the homes they need!

🚨 FROM DUMPSTER DOG TO COUCH POTATO — HI, I'M TITAN! 🚨Remember me? I'm the handsome guy who was left by a dumpster like ...
06/03/2026

🚨 FROM DUMPSTER DOG TO COUCH POTATO — HI, I'M TITAN! 🚨

Remember me? I'm the handsome guy who was left by a dumpster like yesterday's trash. Thankfully, some humans saw my worth, and now I'm medically cleared, feeling great, and ready for my next chapter!

I'm about 3 years old, 62 pounds of squishy pitty perfection, and here's what I've learned about myself:

🛏️ Professional blanket burrower
❤️ Certified Velcro dog — I love being near my person
🍖 Treat enthusiast (and I've gotten way better at taking them without accidentally tasting your fingers)
🐾 Working hard on my "sit"
🚶 Pretty good on a leash... unless I get excited and forget my manners for a minute
🏠 Potty trained
📦 Crate trained
🔇 Usually quiet in the backyard and don't spend my days barking at every dog that walks by

I do great with my foster's female dog and enjoy having canine friends with proper introductions.

Now for my honest report card:

🙈 I don't love being left alone
👕 I still don't like people grabbing my collar
🏥 The vet is definitely not my favorite place
🤏 When I get overly excited, I might get a little mouthy and nibble, so I'd do best with dog-savvy people and older kids who understand my excitement

But most of the time? I'm just a chill dude looking for a soft bed, a cozy blanket, and someone to love.

I was thrown away once. I'd really like my next stop to be forever.

Could that be with you?

🐾 Foster or adopt Titan today and help me write the happy ending I deserve.

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💔 3:57 AM. A moment we were praying would never come.Our little buddy, Frankie Fingers, passed away this morning, and ou...
06/02/2026

💔 3:57 AM. A moment we were praying would never come.

Our little buddy, Frankie Fingers, passed away this morning, and our hearts are shattered. 😢

From the day you came into our lives, you showed us that even the smallest souls can leave the biggest paw prints on our hearts. You were loved, cherished, and surrounded by people who cared deeply for you until your very last breath.

We wish love alone could have saved you. We wish we had more time. More cuddles. More moments. More memories.

But what brings us comfort is knowing that you never had to wonder if you mattered.

You mattered.
You were important.
You were loved.
And you were never alone.

Thank you for every smile, every tiny victory, and every ounce of joy you brought into our lives for those two days. THANK YOU TO DR G for loving him. The pain we feel today is a reflection of how deeply you were loved.

Run free now, sweet Frankie Fingers. 🌈🐾
No more pain. No more suffering. Just endless sunshine, soft grass, and all the treats your little heart could ever want.

Until we meet again, little man. You will forever be missed, forever be loved, and forever be a part of us. 💔🐾😢

Rest easy, Frankie Fingers. 🌈🕊️

🚨 VOLUNTEER MEDICAL COORDINATOR NEEDED 🚨Do you have a passion for helping animals and a knack for staying organized? Big...
06/02/2026

🚨 VOLUNTEER MEDICAL COORDINATOR NEEDED 🚨

Do you have a passion for helping animals and a knack for staying organized? Big Dogs Don't Cry is looking for a Medical Coordinator to join our team!

🐾 Help coordinate veterinary appointments and medical care for rescue dogs
🐾 Work alongside an amazing team dedicated to saving lives
🐾 No experience required — **we will train the right person!**
🐾 Make a direct impact on animals in need

This is a volunteer position, but the reward is knowing you're helping dogs get the care they need on their journey to forever homes.

If you're dependable, organized, and ready to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you!

📩 Send us a message for more information or to apply.

One person can make a huge difference in the lives of countless dogs. Could that person be you? ❤️🐶

🐾 Hi! I'm Miley!🐾Excuse me... are you looking for the cutest puppy ever? Because I think your search is officially over....
06/02/2026

🐾 Hi! I'm Miley!🐾

Excuse me... are you looking for the cutest puppy ever? Because I think your search is officially over. 💁‍♀️

My name is Miley! and I'm a 7-week-old Husky/Shepherd mix (we think) with big puppy eyes, soft fluffy fur, and enough personality to keep you smiling all day long. I spend my days perfecting the art of being adorable, zooming around, collecting toys, and convincing humans that belly rubs should be a full-time job.

✨ Professional cuddler
✨ Expert toy inspector
✨ Future adventure buddy
✨ 100% certified cute

I'll be ready to find my forever family next week, and I can't wait to meet the people who will love me forever. Whether it's snuggling on the couch, exploring the backyard, or following you everywhere you go, I'm ready for a lifetime of adventures and kisses.

So... what do you think? Is there room in your heart (and maybe your lap) for a fluffy little superstar like me? ❤️🐾
Apply at www.bigdogsdontcry.com
Love,
Miley🐶💕

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