American Dog Rescue

10/27/2026

Halloween Safety Tips for Your Pets! 🎃🐾

Halloween is almost here! Before the costumes come out and the trick-or-treaters arrive, here are a few ways to keep your four-legged family members safe.

🍬 Skip the sweets: Keep chocolate and candy containing xylitol away from pets.

🚪 Watch the door: With trick-or-treaters coming and going, make sure your pets can’t sneak outside.

👻 Costumes aren’t for everyone: If your pet isn’t comfortable dressing up, don’t force it.

🏡 Keep things calm: Give your pets a quiet place to relax away from doorbells, visitors, and spooky decorations.

🐕 Light up your walk: Use reflective gear or a light-up collar if you’re heading out after dark.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Halloween from American Dog Rescue!

09/11/2026

25 years later, we remember the heroes of September 11th — including the four-legged ones. 🇺🇸🐾

Hundreds of search and rescue dogs worked alongside their handlers at Ground Zero, searching through the rubble and bringing comfort to first responders during an unimaginable time.

Today, we honor those incredible dogs and their handlers, the first responders who ran toward danger, the lives that were lost, and the families forever changed.

Their courage and service will never be forgotten.

https://abcnews.com/amp/GMA/News/remembering-hero-search-rescue-dogs-911-25-years/story?id=136309285

08/11/2026

A Delta flight made an unexpected stop because of a medical emergency involving a dog, not a human passenger.

The 2025 flight was traveling from Detroit to Los Angeles when the dog became seriously unwell about an hour after takeoff. The plane was redirected to Minneapolis so the animal could receive medical attention.

After the crew asked whether a veterinarian was on board, a passenger with veterinary experience stepped forward. Based on the vet’s recommendation, the captain chose to land early. Medical workers were waiting when the aircraft arrived to assist the dog and its owner.

The captain later told passengers that the dog was expected to recover. Although the diversion added roughly two and a half hours to the journey, many travelers supported the decision.

Sources: Los Angeles Times, CBS News, Newsweek, Snopes

Disclaimer: AI generated image of dog.

07/16/2026

Pit bulls and rottweilers will no longer be singled out as dangerous dog breeds in the city of Milwaukee.

The Milwaukee Common Council unanimously voted to amend the city's animal code to say an animal's behavior determines if it's dangerous, not its breed.

Full story in comments.

07/05/2026

🇺🇸 The Fourth may be over, but the fireworks aren’t.

Many communities continue celebrating throughout the holiday weekend, and for our dogs, that often means another night of loud booms, flashing lights, and stress.

A few reminders to help keep your best friend safe:

🐾 Keep them indoors during fireworks.
🏡 Create a quiet, cozy space away from windows.
🎵 Turn on the TV, a fan, or calming music to help mask the noise.
🦴 Offer a favorite toy, treat, or frozen enrichment to keep them occupied.
🏷️ Double-check that ID tags and microchip information are up to date—more pets go missing during this holiday than almost any other time of year.
🚫 Please leave pets at home if you’re heading out to watch fireworks.

A little preparation can make a big difference for our four-legged family members. ❤️

Stay safe, and give your pups an extra cuddle from all of us at American Dog Rescue.

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-safety-july-fourth/

Keep your dog safe on the 4th of July with tips to prevent anxiety, escapes, heat risks, and food hazards during fireworks and celebrations.

06/23/2026

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06/23/2026

Happy Father's Day to all of the dads out there!

Looking to add a new little one to your family? Consider Lucy! She's a sweet, playful, cuddly character. She's estimated to be about 4 years old, 11 pounds is in fantastic health and ready to be someone's new baby.

Visit our website to find an adoption application. www.dogdaysrescue.org

06/09/2026

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It doesn't have to be a hot day. A 70-degree afternoon feels mild to you. Inside a parked car with the windows cracked, it reaches 89 in ten minutes.

Your dog starts closer to the danger line than you do. Her normal body temperature is already 101. She cools herself almost entirely by panting — pulling air across her tongue. When the air inside the car is hotter than her body, the system stops working. There's nothing left to cool with.

Cracking the windows changes the interior temperature by less than four degrees. The glass traps heat faster than the gap releases it.

🐾 The rule:

- Above 65 degrees — the dog stays home. Not in the car with water. Not with the windows cracked. Not with the engine running. Home.

The ten minutes you planned is the twenty minutes you actually take. She doesn't have the difference 🐾

06/05/2026

06/05/2026