Westie Rescue SouthEast

Home
United States
Sumter, SC
Westie Rescue SouthEast

Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from Westie Rescue SouthEast, Animal Rescue Service, 1165 Broad Street, PMB 279, Sumter, SC.

Westie Rescue Southeast is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to rescuing, fostering, rehabilitating, and finding loving forever homes for West Highland White Terriers.

05/28/2026

Please help us welcome Wookie to Westie Rescue Southeast.

Wookie is a 5-year-old male Westie mix who recently came into rescue. He has done well with other dogs and adults, but he has shown that he is not comfortable around children and has bitten a few in previous situations. Because of this, Wookie will only be considered for an adult-only home if and when he becomes available for adoption.

Right now, our focus is giving him time to decompress, feel safe, and receive a full behavioral and medical evaluation. As with many dogs entering rescue, we know there may be underlying stress, fear, anxiety, or unmet needs contributing to his behavior, and we want to fully understand what support he needs to succeed.

Over the coming weeks, Wookie will be evaluated for:
• Behavior and temperament
• Medical and health concerns
• Appropriate home environment and management needs

We appreciate everyone supporting rescue dogs like Wookie, who deserve patience, understanding, structure, and the chance for a better future.

Welcome to rescue, Wookie. We’re glad you’re safe now.

05/27/2026

**Update —Transport has been secured. Thank you to everyone that offered to help**

We are looking for transport help for a rescue dog heading to his foster home. We need assistance with a transport from Apex, NC to Florence, SC either tomorrow or Thursday.

Our rescue will reimburse gas expenses with a receipt. If you are able to help, please send us a message with your phone number so we can contact you directly.

Thank you for helping us get this sweet boy safely to his foster home!

*Dog in photo is AI generated

05/25/2026

**Update**
Maddie is located in Raleigh, NC and we will not transport her long distances. Transport is extremely stressful on senior dogs, and we would not ask transport volunteers to be responsible for blood sugar monitoring and insulin administration during travel. A maximum distance of approximately 3.5 hours from Raleigh will be considered.

Meet Maddie — Our Sweet Special Girl Looking for a Permanent Foster Home or Adopter

Maddie is a 9-year-old Westie with a heart full of love and a gentle soul. She is currently searching for a new permanent foster home through Westie Rescue Southeast.

Maddie does have special medical needs. She is diabetic and also has a cataract that affects her vision, but none of that stops her from wanting what she loves most — being close to her people. She is incredibly sweet, loving, and happiest curled up beside you, following you from room to room, or snuggled nearby.

A permanent foster home means you provide the love, safety, comfort, and daily care, while WRSE covers all approved medical care, medications, supplies, and food. Because WRSE is financially responsible for her care, medical decisions will continue to be made through the rescue.

Sadly, Maddie’s current foster family has experienced a change in work circumstances and no longer feels they can give her the time and attention she truly deserves.

Maddie would thrive in a calm home with someone who is retired or works from home and can give her the companionship and consistency she needs. She deserves a soft place to land with someone who will love her as much as she will love them in return.

If you think you may be the right fit for Maddie, please reach out to WRSE for more information about becoming her permanent foster home.

05/20/2026

Today we celebrate the dogs who got a second chance — and the people who made that second chance possible.

On National Rescue Dog Day, we honor every Westie who came into rescue scared, neglected, sick, confused, grieving, or simply in need of a safe place to land… and every foster, volunteer, adopter, transporter, donor, groomer, and veterinarian who helped change their story.

Rescue dogs may come with a past, but they also come with incredible resilience, unconditional love, and hearts that somehow still trust again.

At Westie Rescue Southeast, we see miracles happen every single day:
• The frightened dog who learns to feel safe
• The senior dog who finally knows comfort
• The medical case who blossoms with care
• The neglected dog who discovers joy and play
• The foster failure that was always meant to stay

Thank you to everyone who chooses rescue, supports rescue, and believes these dogs are worth fighting for.

And to every rescue dog out there — your past does not define you. Your future does.

Happy National Rescue Dog Day.
Rescue truly changes lives… theirs and ours.

05/19/2026

Meet Charlie.

This sweet 10-year-old boy recently came into the care of Westie Rescue Southeast after his family made the difficult decision to surrender him due to changes in their work schedule that no longer allowed them the time and attention he deserves.

As you can see, Charlie is in desperate need of a spa day, but grooming will need to happen slowly and gently. He has some fears surrounding having his face groomed, so we will be working patiently to help him feel safe and build trust during the process.

Charlie also has a few health issues we’ll be addressing before he becomes available for adoption. Right now, our focus is helping him decompress, get comfortable, and receive the care he needs.

Despite everything, Charlie is a sweet boy with soulful eyes and so much potential ahead of him. We’re looking forward to sharing updates as he begins this new chapter with rescue.

Please keep Charlie in your thoughts while he settles in and starts his journey toward feeling his very best.

04/27/2026

Meet Walker!

Walker is a 12-year-old owner surrender who is beginning a new chapter after his previous owner could no longer care for him due to medical circumstances.

He is not yet available for adoption, as he will need veterinary care and time for us to better understand the type of home that will suit him best.

If you’re interested in adopting Walker once he becomes available—or learning more about any of our foster dogs—please complete an application here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/westierescuesoutheast/westierescuesoutheastadoptionapplication2

Welcome to rescue, Walker. You’re safe now, and in good hands.

04/22/2026

Happy Forever Day, Trixie!

Some stories just feel meant to be… and Trixie’s is one of them.

From the moment she arrived, this sweet girl brought so much love, personality, and joy with her—and now she’s found the perfect place to call home with the Woods family.

There’s nothing better than seeing a rescue dog settle in where they truly belong… where they are safe, cherished, and part of a family who already adores them.

Trixie, your new life is full of cozy days, happy adventures, and so much love ahead—and we couldn’t be happier for you.

To the Woods family—thank you for opening your hearts and home. You didn’t just adopt a dog… you gave her the life she deserves.

Happy Forever, sweet girl. You’re home.

04/18/2026

****Update we have transportation secured, thank you so much to everyone that reached out and offered help.

Transport Help Needed – Florence, SC ➝ Cary, NC

We’re looking for help getting a sweet Westie safely from Florence, SC to Cary, NC on Monday or Tuesday.

Transport is one of the most critical pieces of rescue—and we can’t do it without our incredible village. Even helping with part of the trip makes a huge difference.

Details:
• Route: Florence, SC → Cary, NC
• Days needed: Monday or Tuesday
• Dog: Friendly Westie (more details upon confirmation)

Whether you can drive the full route or just a leg, we would be so grateful for your help in getting this pup one step closer to their next chapter.

Please comment below or message us if you’re available to assist.

It truly takes a village—and you are that village.

**not the actual dog this is an AI image of a westie**

Address

1165 Broad Street, PMB 279
Sumter, SC
29150

Website

http://www.westierescuesoutheast.org/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Westie Rescue SouthEast posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Westie Rescue SouthEast:

Shortcuts

Want your business to be the top-listed Pet Store/pet Service in Sumter?