Haven Animal Rescue Nebraska

01/03/2026

Last chance to order some fun Haven merch! We will close up our store on Monday, Jan. 5.

Thanks again to Angie Hays Printing for Joy for helping make this fundraiser a success.

Only five days left to snag your Haven pop-up gear in time for Christmas! If you’ve been eyeing that perfect gift for a fellow dog lover (or, let’s be honest… yourself), now’s the moment! (Order by 12/10.)

And good news — the shop isn’t going anywhere just yet! We’re keeping it open until January 5 so you can treat yourself to a little post-holiday shopping joy.

🛍️ https://www.printingforjoy.com/haven-fundraiser

Every purchase helps rescue pups get the second chance they deserve. Thank you for loving them with us! ❤️

01/01/2026

How NYE started for Petey versus how it ended 😂🐾

Pic 1: Ready to ring in the New Year cute and confident.
Pic 2: Dog wine was flowing and one too many glasses was had while socializing.
Pic 3: Felt festive. Said he could stay up til midnight… absolutely could not.
Pic 4: Out cold by 9pm dreaming of treats, ladies, and better decisions.

We hope you all have a safe, happy, healthy new year!!! 🎉🥂 Be responsible like Petey.

*More info on adoptable little Petey can be found at: https://www.adoptapet.com/pet/46582243-omaha-nebraska-chihuahua-terrier-unknown-type-medium-mix

12/31/2025

Today is the last day to donate to your choice of several local rescues via The Giving Tree at Woof & Whiskers!! If you didn’t get a chance yet or if you do year-end giving, head in there today. Our animals greatly appreciate every single one of you who has donated so far to help us kick 2026 off right 🐶💜🩵

12/30/2025

🐶 PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING TO ADOPT 🐶

We want to be very clear about our adoption process so everyone’s time, especially our volunteers’, is respected.

• If you are not ready to adopt, please do not submit an application.
• If you have a vacation planned, we cannot hold a dog for you.
• If you have a busy work week, we cannot hold a dog for you.
• If you are applying for multiple dogs at multiple places, we will not hold our dogs while you decide.
• If you are not ready yet, you may submit a generic application and note that you’d like to be pre-approved for adoption after a specific date.

Our volunteers work incredibly hard. They take time away from their jobs, families, personal pets, and personal lives to review and approve applications, complete vet reference checks, and communicate with applicants. This process can take several days per application. When an applicant is not serious or unable to follow through after approval, it is extremely disappointing and a misuse of our volunteers’ time and effort. We are not a shelter that places “hold” cards on kennels. We do not and will not hold dogs once they are ready for adoption. Adoptions are expected to be completed within a reasonable amount of time.

Thank you for understanding and for respecting our volunteers and our dogs! 🩵💜

12/29/2025

💙 Huge THANK YOU to 4 Paths Acupuncture & Integrative Health! 💙

We are so grateful to 4 Paths Acupuncture for hosting a holiday donation drive in support of our rescue. Thanks to their generosity and the generosity of their amazing community, we received a large box full of much needed supplies plus over $325 in monetary donations!

Support like this makes a real, direct impact on the animals in our care, and we truly couldn’t do this work without businesses who step up and give back. Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us continue to save lives. 🐾

12/28/2025

Little Murphy got adopted right before Christmas! 🥰 His owner sadly passed away after being ill for some time, which left Murphy neglected and unsure of the world around him. When he came to us, he needed some extra love and care, including a much needed dental and groom. Since then, Murphy has truly blossomed. With feeling overall better and lots of patience and kindness, he’s been coming out of his shell and showing his sweet, loving personality.

We are thrilled to share that Murphy has now been adopted by the wonderful Widhalm family! Thank you for choosing adoption and for opening your hearts to an older dog. Murphy is so incredibly deserving of this happy new beginning! ❤️

12/27/2025

From scared and emaciated wandering around a vineyard alone, to celebrating Christmas with a loving new family! George is adopted and in his forever home 💙 This adorable little guy loves running after his mini balls in the backyard and playing with his toys, and then finding a lap to snuggle on. Congratulations to the Younts family and thank you for choosing adoption and our little “George Lucas”!

12/24/2025

12/23/2025

Adopted! Walter is in a home and loved for Christmas! Walter came to us when his previous owner decided against medical treatment after Walter was hit by a car causing nerve damage to his left hind leg/hip. He was then taken to a high kill shelter where he waited for a second chance. An amazing advocate reached out to us and as soon as we saw this boy we knew we had to take him into Haven and get him the help he needed. Our vet told us his leg/hip nerves could regenerate and he was placed in a special brace to help with knuckling. His love and resilience never faltered and Walter thrived in his foster home. We are beyond grateful and thrilled to report he’s adopted into a very special home with two fur brothers and amazing parents that adore him. This boy’s Christmas wish came true and although in his brace yet he’s doing fantastic! Our wish also came true as his truly awe-inspiring family looked beyond his special need and fell in love! Congratulations to all and thank you for adopting! Walter we look forward to seeing your continued joy with your new family! (Walter is the short handsome one on the end!)

12/22/2025

Thank you Fort Street Veterinarian!! We greatly appreciate the support! 🐶 What fun raffle baskets! 🎟️

12/21/2025

🎄🐶 FREE GIVEAWAY + ADOPTABLE PUPS! 🐶🎄

Two of our super sweet older puppies are looking for their forever homes…and that comes with a BIG bonus! We’re giving away our giant 3-foot-tall Raising Cane’s plush candy cane dog 🎁🐕…. valued at over $150!

HOW TO ENTER TO WIN:
✔️ Tag a dog lover in the comments
✔️ Share this post
➡️ More tags = more entries!

Now let us introduce the stars of the photo 👇

🐾 Max
• 10 months old
• 37 lbs
• Heeler mix
• Handsome, super friendly & smart
• Great with kids and dogs

🐾 Steele
• 4.5 months old
• 23 lbs
• Pittie mix
• Adorable, very friendly & smart
• Great with kids, dogs and cats

These boys are ready to bring love, fun, and tail wags to their forever families! Help these amazing pups get seen and you could win 🤩

👉 Learn more or apply to adopt at: https://havenanimalrescuenebraska.org

Giveaway winner will be drawn and notified on Tuesday, Dec 23rd 🎅

12/20/2025

Neo is adopted!! This affectionate little boy started life as a stray grew up mostly in the shelter until 7 months old but when it was time for his advocate to move Neo was not forgotten. We had a heartfelt intake that expressed how amazing of a pup he is and pleaded for us to save his life. Sometimes just in the nick of time everything works out. Even once in rescue his luck held out and he was blessed to find his wonderful family and is now in his forever home for his first Christmas….miracles can happen! Congrats to Neo now Max and his new family💙