Our mission is to rescue homeless & victimized small-breed senior and younger companion dogs, rehabilitate them, and find them loving forever families. WHO WE ARE: Senior Dogs and Friends Rescue
Senior Dogs and Friends Rescue operates in Washington State, the Pacific Northwest, one hour north of Seattle. Support our mission by donating to PayPal.Me/RompinPaws. Our current dog food and supplies needs are listed on our Amazon Wishlist (copy and paste this link into your browser): https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/EIEIJNLDAEEO?ref_ref_
Senior Dogs and Friends Rescue consistently needs dog beds
Kuranda, a dog bed supplier for rescues and shelters, has created a donation link for Rompin Paws Rescue. If you wish to donate a bed, seniors especially appreciate these. We add custom covers or soft blankets. The raised design gives older dogs a gentle, supportive place to rest. https://shelterbeds.org/donate/272947
Thank you
RPR Senior Dogs and Friends Rescue is a No-Kill companion animal rescue dedicated to helping pets in need and helping end the suffering caused by humans through overbreeding, abandonment, and cruelty. Our goal is to save one animal at a time and give it the best care possible through proper vetting, spaying/neutering, proper feeding and nutrition, training, love, and compassion. Our volunteers and Fosters receive training in basic care, nutrition, training, and medical emergencies so they have the tools they need to help an animal become adoptable and eventually find its forever family. Our adopters also receive valuable information and support, so they know they can count on us when needed. I have seen the number of animals killed in U.S shelters drop over 44 years from 20 million adoptable pets per year to six million per year. We still have far to go, and Rompin Paws Rescue is another step on that road to a NO-KILL Nation. Dog Adoption Guidelines
Adopting a dog is a significant responsibility and commitment. We adopt seniors to Canadians. We have adopted the philosophy put forth by SHUG Rescue's founder that we, as a rescue, are seeking EMOTIONAL SUPPORT HUMANS for the dogs. We highly recommend this short blog post by a fellow rescuer explaining what adopting a rescue dog means to her. http://sighthoundunderground.com/http/this-is-not-your-dog/? Healthy dogs: As a rescue saving dogs from starvation, neglect, and Emaciation, SDR focuses on feeding each rescued animal the healthiest dog food made of human-grade ingredients to help them recover from their stress and starvation. We share this with our adopters and encourage them to keep their new pets on the same food for optimal health and longevity. We highly recommend this book: The Forever Dog- https://www.amazon.com/Forever-Dog-Surprising-Companion-Healthier/dp/0063002604/ref=
OUR REQUIREMENTS FOR DOG ADOPTION:
1) These dogs are not livestock dogs. They must be family pets that are allowed inside the home. We prefer applicants with experience caring for small breeds and a willingness to feed breed-appropriate food.
3) Secure visible fencing is required. Applicants must have a clear plan for dog socialization. Do not ask if a dog is available; if posted, it is. However, earlier applications may be in process, and the dog may become unavailable. The quickest way to be considered is to complete the application. Sending an inquiry instead will delay processing. Volunteers manage applications alongside personal commitments. We process as quickly as possible. Health: All dogs have been spayed/neutered unless they are too young. They are microchipped, current on DHPP, Bordetella, and Rabies. All dogs are wormed and flea-treated, tested negative for heartworm and Parvo, and fed a species-appropriate, human-grade dog diet. Adoption Fees
The senior adoption fee is $395. The fee helps cover transport from shelters, vaccines, worming, parasite and flea treatments, wellness exams, special and dental care, and care for sick or injured dogs. Younger animals range from $495.00 to $595.00 and help cover the costs of running a rescue and saving lives. SDR rescues seniors from local and state shelters, accepts relinquished older pets, and brings in dogs from California and Mexico. Dogs receive veterinary care, including dental attention, before adoption. We rely exclusively on adoption fees and donations, as we receive no grants. We also take in special-needs dogs, using surplus funds from adoptions of healthier dogs to cover high veterinary costs. About Senior Dogs and Friends Rescue
Senior Dogs and Friends Rescue is a licensed nonprofit specializing in rescuing senior and small-breed adult dogs that have been abandoned or surrendered. We serve Western Washington State, one hour north of Seattle. Our passion is to bring people and pets together. Countless dogs are without homes and in need of assistance. These are dogs who would make wonderful and faithful companions if only they could connect with the right person or family. We have made it our mission to help them do this. At the same time, we hope to enrich the lives of those who adopt them. We strive to match our dog's needs and personality to each potential adopter's preferences and requirements. We believe this is a crucial component of the process and will help ensure a lifelong relationship. We focus on small mixed-breed older adult dogs and seniors. This has become critical in recent years as more people are rehoming older dogs. RPR occasionally takes in larger dogs. RPR works collaboratively with shelters, other rescue groups, and individuals, both locally and along the I-5 corridor from California to Washington
RPR-SDR was established in October 2025 at our facility in Arlington, Washington. Join our foster team and help us save more lives! If you are interested, fill out our foster application here: http://rompinpawsrescue.rescuegroups.org/forms/rms/
Come Meet Our Pets...
We have a home-based operation on Acreage, in Arlington, and our dogs are placed in foster homes around the greater Seattle/I-5 Corridor, North to the Bellingham area, where they receive socialization and training while they await adoption. Our Adoption Process...
Because we operate from a small, gated facility and are staffed entirely by volunteers, we are not able to accommodate visitors at this time. To adopt one of our dogs, please follow these steps: (1) Complete an application for the dog or dogs you are considering. (2) We will review applications and contact you by phone to discuss further. (3) If it appears to be a good match, you will be pre-approved. (4) We will then schedule a meet-and-greet with the dog at our facility or with its foster family. Please note: We are also adopting senior dogs to Canadians.
