High Sierra Animal Rescue

High Sierra Animal Rescue High Sierra Animal Rescue (HSAR) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1999. Portola, California
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How gorgeous is this little muffin?! Meet Ms. Mavis! 😍🍫This pocket sized chocolate chip muffin has all the ingredients t...
06/11/2026

How gorgeous is this little muffin?! Meet Ms. Mavis! 😍🍫

This pocket sized chocolate chip muffin has all the ingredients to grow into an amazing companion. Our staff is working with her daily using gentle handling, positive reinforcement, and patience as she learns the ropes. One of the most important lessons for Mavis is learning that people can be kind, predictable, and safe while helping guide her through new experiences. Our staff is doing just that and we're so grateful for them.

A recent note from Mavis's training session:

"Worked with Mavis inside her kennel on basic commands. She responded to 'sit' 5/5 times, 'lay down' 4/5 times, and 'touch' 4/5 times. She did well with the cue 'off' when jumping and was able to redirect into a sit. I was also able to kneel at her level, offer affection, and gently pet her neck."

Mavis also happily hopped into the car today! 🚗

We're so proud of this sweet girl and the progress she's making. She's gaining confidence, building trust, and moving forward at a really lovely pace. ❤️

This bright little girl is ready to bring joy, energy, and a whole lot of love to her forever home.

Age: 1.5 years
Weight: 42 pounds
Other Dogs: Good with others her size, should be paired with a playful friend- more testing to come
Cats: Friendly, slow intros recommended
Kids: Over 16 recommended
Home Type: active home, patient and happy to work on training

If you are interested in adopting Mavis please fill out our online application at highsierraanimalrescue.org. Once your application has been reviewed and approved we will work with you to schedule an appointment.
Please no "drop-ins" to view dogs without an appointment.
All High Sierra Animal Rescue dogs are spayed or neutered, up-to-date on age appropriate shots, micro-chipped, and more!

Beautiful girl, Rain 💕A friend to scared pups and every person she meets. She is social and happy to meet new people, qu...
06/11/2026

Beautiful girl, Rain 💕

A friend to scared pups and every person she meets.
She is social and happy to meet new people, quickly showing her playful and affectionate side. She is wonderfully cuddly and has a funny, endearing way of asking for attention and snuggles.

She is a lovely age and a great medium size, making her an easy fit for many homes. Rain already knows a few basic commands and enjoys working for treats, which makes her fun and engaged during training and bonding time.

In our care, she showed curiosity toward a resident cat but was not reactive. We do recommend slow, thoughtful introductions with cats and other animals to set everyone up for success. She also does well spending time in a fenced yard near other dogs, and does well with others when introduced properly.

Rain loves a good balance of activity and relaxation. She enjoys playing fetch, chasing toys and balls, going for runs, and then settling in for cozy cuddle time. She has a joyful, playful energy paired with a soft, affectionate heart.

Help brighten Rain's next chapter with love, stability, and sunshine. She is more than ready to give that love right back, and then some.

Age: 3 years
Weight: 61 pounds
Other Dogs: Does well with dogs in adjacent yards and when introduced properly.
Cats: Interested, slow intros recommended
Kids: Presumed to do well, sweet girl
Home Type: active home, semi active home, family dog, cuddle bug
Leash Behavior: walks fairly well on leash
Commands: sit, down
Clean on one side of her kennel, does well in cars/vans

If you are interested in adopting Rain please fill out our online application at highsierraanimalrescue.org. Once your application has been reviewed and approved we will work with you to schedule an appointment.
Please no "drop-ins" to view dogs without an appointment.
All High Sierra Animal Rescue dogs are spayed or neutered, up-to-date on age appropriate shots, micro-chipped, tested for heart worm, given heart worm preventative medication each month, and de-wormed.

MEDICAL FOSTER NEEDED FOR KERMIT 🐸💚Before arriving at our rescue, Kermit suffered a rear CCL injury. He is awaiting a se...
06/09/2026

MEDICAL FOSTER NEEDED FOR KERMIT 🐸💚

Before arriving at our rescue, Kermit suffered a rear CCL injury. He is awaiting a second opinion and will likely require surgery, but before we can move forward, we need to line up a safe place for him to recover.

Unfortunately, the rescue environment is not an appropriate place for Kermit to heal. Recovery from surgery requires strict rest, limited activity, and close monitoring. What Kermit needs most right now is a calm home where he can relax, recover, and receive the individual attention he deserves.

Kermit is a 3 year old, 55 pound sweetheart with stunning blue eyes, a goofy personality, and a heart of gold. Despite his injury, he remains gentle, affectionate, and eager to spend time with people. He loves treats, toys, car rides, and being close to his humans. Everyone who meets him falls in love with his sweet nature and resilient spirit.

Ideal foster home 🏡
-Quiet environment
-No dogs that will encourage play or roughhousing/able to keep him separate from others
-Someone willing to help him follow activity restrictions
-Lots of love and a comfortable place to rest

We provide everything a foster home needs for one of our dogs.

CAN'T FOSTER BUT WANT TO HELP?

Kermit is likely facing a major surgery, with estimates reaching as high as $6,000.
As a nonprofit rescue, unexpected medical cases like Kermit's can place a significant strain on our resources, especially after several dogs have recently required extensive veterinary care. 😔

Every donation, no matter the size, helps ensure we can continue saying "yes" to dogs in need while providing Kermit with the care he deserves.

He has so much life, love, and joy ahead of him.

If you are interested in fostering Kermit during his recovery, please fill out our foster application
highsierraanimalrescue.org/adoptable-dogs

If you're able to donate, every contribution brings Kermit one step closer to the care he needs.

Please share this post. The right foster home could change Kermit's life. 💚 Let's get this kiddo back to hopping and moving with ease!

Kermit's campaign: https://highsierraanimalrescue.networkforgood.com/projects/301879-kermit-the-dog


🎉 4 Successful Adoptions and 1 Foster-to-Adopt Today! ❤️🐾We are so excited for these sweet pups as they begin the next c...
06/06/2026

🎉 4 Successful Adoptions and 1 Foster-to-Adopt Today! ❤️🐾

We are so excited for these sweet pups as they begin the next chapter of their lives with loving families. Watching them find comfort, security, and a place to call home is what it's all about.

A huge thank you to everyone who came out for Adopt a Pet Day and helped make today such a success. Your support changes lives!

Onward and upward, sweet babies. We can't wait to see all the adventures ahead for you. ❤️🏡🐶

ASPCA
The San Francisco SPCA

06/05/2026

June Fishing Report: The dogs are biting. 🎣

Staff landed several quality catches this week ranging from 4 to 100 pounds. As any good fisherman knows, it's not always the biggest catch that ends up being the best story.

Adoption fees are waived tomorrow, June 6. Come claim your trophy and score your best catch yet! 🏆🐾

We'll even take a picture so you can update your dating profile 😆

Tomorrow is the big day ‼️⏰‼️🎉 ALL ADOPTION FEES WAIVED JUNE 6 🎉All adoption fees will be sponsored on June 6th thanks t...
06/05/2026

Tomorrow is the big day ‼️⏰‼️
🎉 ALL ADOPTION FEES WAIVED JUNE 6 🎉

All adoption fees will be sponsored on June 6th thanks to the kindness and generosity of ASPCA and the San Francisco SPCA.
We will have adoption counselors on site from 9am-3pm ready to take on appointments (preferred) and walk-ins!
All of our little dogs except for Berry have appointments already and are likely to go home.

Please note that if you do decide to do a walk in appointment on June 6th, you will need to bring your current dogs (if you have any) as well as primary family members that will be present in your home on a regular basis. All walk ins will need to fill out an application before meeting a dog.

⚠️ SCAM ALERT ⚠️We were made aware today of a scam targeting owners of lost pets in our area.A person claiming to repres...
06/03/2026

⚠️ SCAM ALERT ⚠️

We were made aware today of a scam targeting owners of lost pets in our area.

A person claiming to represent our rescue contacted the owner of a missing dog and falsely stated that we had their dog and that it needed emergency surgery. The caller then demanded immediate payment and requested debit card information.

To be absolutely clear: We do NOT contact pet owners demanding immediate payment for veterinary care, and we do not have veterinary staff on site.

If you receive a call claiming to be from our rescue with a similar message:
• Hang up.
• Contact us directly using the phone number listed on our official page. (530) 832-4727
• Never provide payment information to an unsolicited caller.

We are saddened that someone would take advantage of families who are already worried about a missing pet. Please share this post to help protect others in our community.

If you have received a similar call, please let us know and consider reporting it to local law enforcement.

Stay safe, and thank you for helping us spread the word.

Little Berry got some extra love today 💕🫐🍓Surprisingly, she has not received an adoption application yet!This girl has a...
06/03/2026

Little Berry got some extra love today 💕🫐🍓

Surprisingly, she has not received an adoption application yet!

This girl has a personality that lights up every room she enters. She's cuddly, playful, and always happy to curl up in a lap for snuggles. She even sports a permanent little mohawk that never fails to make us smile!

Berry is great about letting you know when someone is at the door, but overall she's an incredibly friendly, affectionate little dog. She loves people and attention, and has so much joy to share.

She gets along well with other dogs and even our kitty cat!

Because Berry can be sensitive about being touched in certain spots, we recommend a home with children over 8 who can respect her boundaries and gentle nature. She did very well being handled today by new people!

Age: 5 years
Weight: 9 pounds
Other Dogs: Good with others
Cats: Friendly
Kids: children over 8
Home Type: semi active, ok for seniors and apartments

If you are interested in adopting Berry please fill out our online application at highsierraanimalrescue.org. Once your application has been reviewed and approved we will work with you to schedule an appointment.
Please no "drop-ins" to view dogs without an appointment.
All High Sierra Animal Rescue dogs are spayed or neutered, up-to-date on age appropriate shots, micro-chipped, tested for heart worm, given heart worm preventative medication each month, and de-wormed.

Thanks for volunteering today, Sandy! Have a happy birthday!

Adopt a Pet Day at HSAR 🎉✨🎉We are happy to announce that HSAR will be taking part in CA Adopt a Pet Day again this year!...
06/01/2026

Adopt a Pet Day at HSAR 🎉✨🎉

We are happy to announce that HSAR will be taking part in CA Adopt a Pet Day again this year! All adoption fees will be sponsored on June 6th thanks to the kindness and generosity of the ASPCA and the San Francisco SPCA.
We will have adoption counselors on site from 9am-3pm ready to take on appointments (preferred) and walk-ins! We hope to rehome some of our sweet friends on June 6th

Please note that if you do decide to walk in on June 6th, you will need to bring your current dogs (if you have any) as well as primary family members that will be present in your home on a regular basis. All walk ins will need to fill out an application before meeting a dog! This helps us to better match a family with a pup.

The love we have for our rescue dogs lives on long after they find their families. 💛Some of our longtime followers may r...
06/01/2026

The love we have for our rescue dogs lives on long after they find their families. 💛

Some of our longtime followers may recognize this face, though she's a little grayer these days. And if you've recently started following along after one of our posts reached a wider audience, welcome. We're glad you're here!

Jezzy's mom sent us these photos today of Jez relaxing in the yard, paws crossed as always. Jez spent years with us, and while it was hard to say goodbye, it was also one of the happiest days we've had. Seeing her now, safe, loved, and completely at home, reminds us why we do this work.

Right now, we have several long stay dogs waiting for their chance. They aren't being overlooked because they're bad dogs or because they have overwhelming behavioral challenges. Often, it's something as simple as their age, their color, their size, or no reason at all. Coco, Buzz, Pepper, Glenn, Kermit.

We spend time with these dogs every day, helping them build the skills and confidence they need to succeed in a home. We also have an incredible trainer on our team who is available to support adopters along the way.

We encourage you to take a chance on a dog who has been waiting. The dog everyone passes by could turn out to be the best friend you've ever had...just ask Jezzy!

And if adoption isn't possible right now, please consider becoming a monthly donor to High Sierra Animal Rescue. Every dollar helps provide food, medical care, training, enrichment, and love while these dogs wait for their families.

Lately, we've been facing one unexpected veterinary expense after another 🥺 and your support means more than ever. We make a lifetime commitment to every dog who comes through our doors because we believe every one of them deserves a couch, a yard, and a family to call their own.

You can donate through our website, social media, Venmo, PayPal, by mail, or by phone. Monthly donations, no matter the amount, help us provide consistent care for dogs who are still waiting for their happy ending.

For those of you who remember Jezzy, we hope seeing her happy face brings a little extra sparkle to your day, just like it did to ours. ✨💛

Address

PO Box 548, 103 Meadowridge Lane
Portola, CA
96122

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+15308324727

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