The Heroic Tail Dog Rescue

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The Heroic Tail Dog Rescue

A San Diego based dog rescue dedicated to the helping the “unadoptable”, training and rehoming them.

07/25/2025

A KPBS investigation reveals the shelters are beset by poor recordkeeping and high turnover rates. Former staffers claim many dogs are being put down unnecessarily.

07/22/2025

🐾 Hi, I’m Wrigley! I’m a 3-year-old neutered English Bulldog with a gentle soul, a big heart, and a silly little grin. 💙
My first family loved me, but I spent a lot of time alone. They made the kind choice to help me find a new beginning—one where I get the time and love I deserve.
I’m still learning to be brave, but I’ve come a long way! I walk nicely on leash, I’m crate trained, and I’m working hard on my commands. I get excited meeting new people—but I’m learning to stay calm!
I have some hearing and vision loss, but I’m not deaf or blind—I just need a little patience as I navigate the world. The good news? I don’t have any breathing issues—that’s been fixed!
I’m looking for a kind, steady human who’ll help me feel safe and loved as I continue to blossom.
Maybe that’s you? 💙 Love, Wrigley

07/21/2025

🎉 Join us for National Night Out! 🎉 Celebrate community, connection, and safety with a free, family-friendly evening full of fun and purpose! 💙
🗓 August 5, 2025 🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM 📍 3977 Ohio Street, San Diego, CA 92104
Enjoy: 🎨 Arts & Crafts | Games | 🍽 Food Distribution 🎶 Music | 💬 Info Booths & More!
🐾 We’re thrilled to participate with our new Healing Tails program — the therapy and service dog initiative from Heroic Tails! Come meet our incredible therapy and service dogs! 🐶💕

Hosted by the County of San Diego Probation Department.
 Let’s build safer, stronger neighborhoods—together! 🏡✨ 

07/17/2025

When Spooky’s family reached out, he was overwhelmed, reactive, and struggling to adjust.
With just one session focused on trust, structure, and calm leash work, something started to shift.
They took those tools home — and just a few weeks later, Spooky is thriving!💛

06/20/2025

Turn Your Passion Into a Profession—Learn Behavior Rehabilitation Through Hands-On Training, at No Cost

🐾 Build a Career That Changes Lives

Are you passionate about helping dogs others have given up on? Ready to turn that passion into a meaningful, professional career in dog training and behavior rehabilitation?

We’re offering a unique Apprentice Program designed to give aspiring dog trainers hands-on experience working with dogs who face serious behavioral challenges—including fear, reactivity, and past trauma. This is your chance to learn proven rehabilitation methods from experienced trainers at no cost.

💼 What You’ll Gain:

Real-world training in canine behavior modification and rehabilitation

Mentorship from professionals specializing in complex behavior cases

A strong foundation for a career in dog behavior training, rescue work, or shelter behavior support

Skills that make you stand out in an in-demand field

🐶 Apprentice Requirement:

To ensure true hands-on learning, participants must be able to foster one rescue dog during the program. This dog will be your training partner, giving you the opportunity to apply your skills in real time, demonstrate your growth, and directly help a dog in need.

🔹 Program Highlights:

Flexible, mentorship-based structure

Focused on real behavior challenges, not just obedience

Perfect for future trainers, rescuers, or vet professionals

Ready to Begin?

Apply today and start your journey into one of the most rewarding and impactful careers in animal care.

📩 [email protected]
📍 San Diego ( La Mesa), CA

04/18/2025

Introducing Stevie 💜

Stevie came from an accidental litter and was about to be euthanized due to an overcrowded shelter.
We brought her into our rescue as a 5 month puppy and realized her potential to be a therapy dog. Many rescue dogs don't get the chance to show the world all they can be. We are glad to have been able to rescue this sweet girl and make her a hero for others in need.

She is currently in training through .dogrehab and
once she has completed her training we will be looking for a recipient.

02/14/2025

Cupid has four paws this Valentine’s Day 🐶🏹 ! Moose is ready to be someone’s forever Valentine. This 5-6 month old puppy mix is leash, crate, and potty trained, while also getting along great with kids, dogs, and cats. He’s made his rounds around here for being extremely loving and sweet—a perfect candidate for the mascot of love 👼.

Has his arrow struck your heart? 💘 DM us or apply on our website if you love Moose as much as we do. Happy Valentine’s Day!

01/10/2025

Pupdate🐾! Remember Macchiato? He’s now Rocket! He came in from an accidental litter and was the last puppy waiting to be adopted… until last week!

Rocket has been settling in wonderfully with his new family members, especially his new sister. The two are inseparable, spending their days chasing each other’s tails and trying new treats. What a life! 🚀 Sending a HUGE thanks to our adopters for giving Rocket a forever home.

12/25/2024

Happy Holidays 🌲❄️⛄🐶

We are incredibly thankful for all of our supporters and adopters this holiday ❤️

What better way than getting a picture of Buddy for Christmas to share !

12/10/2024

Our friends are hosting an amazing fundraising event for our rescue 🐶

Join us Dec 21st at a secret Rooftop location to help support our rescue dogs.

Angry Dog Collective will have a wild lineup that features a huge amount of their pack!

Expect nonstop groovers all day! On top of the music there will be food, drinks (alcoholic/nonalcoholic) and free merch!

RSVP is free but a donation would be greatly appreciated. Community support helps us have the ability to help more dogs in need. Especially during these times where shelters are overcrowded. All donations are tax deductible since we are a 501c3 non profit.

Head to our bio for the RSVP link !

10/21/2024

Hello, my name is Macchiato ☕ but Mac for short. I'm looking for someone to call my family. I'm a 6 month shepherd boy who is incredibly smart. I'm potty trained, crate trained, and working on my obedience commands. My foster home says I'm patient and loving.

If you want to meet me apply on my rescue's website www.theheroictail.org or send them a message.
I'm currently in San Diego, CA.

Can you please help me find my home by liking and sharing me? Thank you 🐾

10/16/2024

Macchiato is looking for his forever home 🏡 ❤️

He is incredibly sweet, smart, and loving! Aside from that he's potty trained, crate trained, and leash trained. All of our adoptions come with 3 free training sessions with our highly experienced trainers. This is to ensure a successful adoption for both pup and adopter.

Apply to meet him on our website at www.theheroictail.org or screenshot our post and scan QR code.

Please share and like to help him find his home!

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San Diego, CA
92176

Telephone

+16193336659

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