River Region Animal Rescue

12/30/2025

Elton John needs a miracle 😞 please share! Our friends at Shelby Humane reached out about this old man in hopes we might be able to collectively find him a foster home. Elton wobbles when he walks, he’s slow as molasses. He is HW+, has some old man goo in his eyes (treatment for both are covered), and prefers dogs who respect his space. He’s been in the shelter for over a month, which is no life for this big old man! We’d love to get him into a foster where his healing can begin!

If you’re interested in fostering or adopting Elton, please reach out to Heather by emailing [email protected] or commenting below and we will get you in touch!

*This animal is not in the care of RRAR. All arrangements for adoption should be made through the contact listed; RRAR is not responsible for animal temperament, medical history, or behavior.

12/29/2025

Do you remember this orange fluff ball? We caused a traffic jam on Chantilly Parkway 🚗 to save him, and are so glad we did! He has grown into the sweetest, most beautiful boy!

We’re excited to tell you that Otto 🐯 is home for good—he’s ADOPTED 🎉 in truth, our RRAR president fell in love with Otto and foster “failed”. But when a rescue animal finds a safe home, it’s never a failure in our eyes.

Happy life, Otto!

12/27/2025

That’s our senior dog vet! 🥹

We had the privilege of joining the Walk for Peace earlier this week in downtown Montgomery, but Dr. Nelson had the unique honor of examining Aloka the Peace Dog on his journey. Check it out 👇🏼

12/25/2025

A Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from us (and the pups) to you, RRAR family 🎄We hope you’re able to spend your time doing the things you love most with the people you love most.

We are endlessly grateful for your continued support of our rescue mission. This holiday season, so many RRAR alum are in their forever homes enjoying the care they so rightfully deserve, including many longterm residents like Waylon (aka Auburn), Rhys, Basil, Peanut & Butter, and Azi and several seniors from our newly introduced Golden Paws Initiative (Kodi, Sassy, Seven, & Newsom). Fosters, adopters, donors, volunteers, and followers make outcomes like this possible.

Thank you.

12/24/2025

Newsom’s last morning with RRAR 🥹💕🎅🏼

164 likes, 9 comments. “Just in the St. Nick 🎅🏼 of time. 7:30am on Christmas Eve—come with us to take senior dog Newsom to his forever home! He was pulled from a short list and has waited nearly 2 months for somebody to give him a chance. Today was his lucky day. He’s home for Christmas ...

12/24/2025

Just in the St. Nick of time 🎅🏼…Rufus AND Newsom will wake up on Christmas morning in their forever homes 🎄🏠 these sweet boys have been ADOPTED!

Last week, Newsom had unforeseen bladder surgery and Rufus was returned to us (again); both of which felt like devastating blows. And, then, just like that, our faith was restored by fosters stepping up and forever homes peaking through. A little Christmas magic, if you will 🎄✨

Newsom will live with a family of five as the only dog, finally able to soak up all of the love he deserves after a life of unkindness. His medical and fees sponsored by The Grey Muzzle Organization. And Rufus is settling into his pack with children and dogs, two of his favorite things. His adoption fee sponsored by a kind follower/previous adopter.

We are thrilled and so thankful. It’s a very, Merry Christmas Eve indeed.

12/23/2025

Flashback to baby Grinch, I mean Boots! She has the look of loathing, no? Unfortunately, fleas came with the puppies so bathing was a necessity 🤣 though Boots’ side eye was enough to let me know she was over it.

This runt of the litter will be available mid-Jan but we are accepting apps now. Looking for a little sass with puppy breath? She’s your girl!

Apply: www.rrarsquad.org/apply
Donate to her care: Zeffy (www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/donate-to-river-region-animal-rescue)
Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2NN9HA3T5DDX/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex
Cash App-$RRAR2024 (you’ll see RRAR President Stacy)
Paypal-
Mailing address: RRAR, PO BOX 272, Mt Meigs AL 36057

12/22/2025

Last but certainly not least, it’s Miss Honey 🍯

Honey 🍯 is the calmest of the litter (she also came in as the chunkiest). She is observant, content on her own, and has the longest and softest coat of the three. Honey 🍯 is interested in the resident dog and is a very sweet playmate.

Honey and her siblings were born to feral dogs, and we pulled them from the property when it was no longer safe for them (traffic, predators, weather).

She is Stennis’ cousin! Honey 🍯 will be ready for her forever home mid-January but you can apply now! Best guess is med-large shepherd mix. She is working on crate and house training and is well socialized with kids and dogs thanks to her incredible fosters 💕

Apply for Honey girl: www.rrarsquad.org/apply

12/20/2025

ADOPTED (again!) ✨Adoptive home needed ‼️ Rufus is being returned to us…again. To put it lightly: we are devastated and we know he will be too 🥺

Unfortunately, Rufus’ adopter is suffering from unforeseen medical issues so we are in search of a foster or adoptive home who can mend a heart they didn’t break 💔

Rufus is an approx 8 yr old, 35lb Brussels/Pug mix. He is good with kids, cats, and dogs. Well socialized. Great in the car, house trained, and good on leash.

Here’s a quick recap: Rufus came to us when his family could no longer take care of him (😭) and he got adopted right away (🥳). And then that family moved and wouldn’t take him (😥). So we found him a great foster (😊), but the resident dog wasn’t a fan (😔). Then, he got adopted, again (🥳). And now…he needs a Christmas miracle.

He’s been passed around too many times, but Rufus remains incredibly tolerant. He is a happy go lucky guy who doesn’t want for much. We’re hoping we can find him a forever home who can commit to him in the way he deserves.

Are you looking for a Brug of your own? Rufus is waiting 🙏🏻. Please apply at www.rrarsquad.org/apply and we will be in touch within 24 hours.

12/19/2025

Russet Potato 🥔 is next! He’s the only male in this litter and is the most playful of the three, often rough housing with his sisters (sound familiar?). He loves one on one time with his small human and is the best wingman.

Potato and his siblings were born to feral dogs, and we pulled them from the property when it was no longer safe for them (traffic, predators, weather).

He is Stennis’ cousin! Russ will be ready for his forever home mid-January but you can apply now! Best guess is med-large shepherd mix. He is working on crate and house training and is well socialized with kids and dogs thanks to his incredible fosters 💕

Apply for Russet Potato: www.rrarsquad.org/apply

12/18/2025

5 days left to order‼️ Homemade cinnamon roasted almonds, peanut clusters, rocky road and caramel clusters, and sweet & salty snack mix are available for our Holiday Candy Fundraiser! All proceeds go to Newsom’s veterinary bill.

You can drop by Goodwin Animal Hospital at Pike Road & Pet Resort for $5 grab bags or purchase using our online store. Delivery and Christmas packaging available!

Thank you for your support!

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/rrars-holiday-candy-shop?fbclid=IwZnRzaAOdnzRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeMHz6IQZSazB3rNjvJJuaInof48m1WdkXMfeGT9Y653GD-YpIRGoF5Di9x_o_aem_ux9oHJtWNtasneEoYpjqy