Dogs in need of rescue are waiting for help every day. Many dogs at risk of euthanasia face life-threatening situations in overcrowded shelters. High-priority rescue cases require immediate attention, and with your support, we can provide lifesaving veterinary care and give you the opportunity to support dogs at risk in finding safety and care.
At Hope Paws Support Fund, we respond quickly to emergency dog cases. We cover medical bills and treatment that families or rescues cannot afford. Each dog waiting for help receives attention based on urgency, ensuring dogs at risk of euthanasia are prioritized. Your donations help vulnerable dogs survive and thrive.
You can take action today. View all dogs needing urgent care, sponsor high-priority rescue cases, or provide lifesaving veterinary assistance. Every donation, share, or volunteer effort helps save vulnerable dogs. Submit a dog at risk through our form to ensure it gets timely rescue and care.
- Urgent Partner Alert! Callisto – French Bulldog Needs Rescue by 8/11/26!
- Urgent Partner Alert! Carissa – Cane Corso Needs Rescue by 8/13/26!
- Urgent Partner Alert! Hopper – Pit Bull Needs Rescue by 8/14/26!
- Urgent Partner Alert! Kaiba – German Shepherd Needs Rescue by 8/12/26!
- Urgent Partner Alert! Medical Boxer Mix Needs Rescue by 8/15/26!
- Urgent Partner Alert! Medical Bulldog Needs Rescue by 8/14/26!
- Urgent Partner Alert! Miles – Siberian Husky Needs Rescue by 8/13/26!
A1795976 Blue – SENIOR
Comments:
Status: MEDICAL
Intake Type: FOSTER
Kennel: 300
Sex: Neutered Male
Age: 10Y
Weight: 80.00 Lbs
Breed: Germ Shepherd
Color: Black
Intake Date: 06/17/2026
Review Date: 07/17/2026
RT Data Review: 06-24-2026 2:33PM
Jurisdiction: SANTA ANA
Blue is a sweet, friendly 10-year-old German Shepherd looking for a rescue. After experiencing a seizure in foster care, he returned to OC Animal Care for monitoring. Since then, he has been eating well, showing no further seizures, and remains bright, social, and eager for treats.
This gentle senior loves meeting people and is ready to spend his golden years sharing unconditional love.
Go to the site, enter his ID
A56929008 BELLA
Animal ID 56929008
Spayed/Neutered; Yes
Location Kennel 1
Intake Date 9/20/2024
Shelter: Hempstead Animal Shelter, Wantagh Long Island, New York
If you are interested in learning more contact our placement team at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter:
E: Adoption@hempsteadny.gov
E: Foster@hempsteadny.gov
E: Rescue@hempsteadny.gov
T. 516.785.5220
Wantagh Long Island, New York
Euth Alert
A1972536 Kaiba
Comments: At Risk! Needs Rescue Now!
Status: RESQ-BHV
Intake Type: STRAY
Kennel: 134
Sex: Unaltered Male
Age: 4Y
Weight: 57.00 Lbs
Breed: Germ Shepherd
Color: Black And Tan
Intake Date: 08/02/2026
Review Date: 08/12/2026
RT Data Review: 08-09-2026 10:59AM
Jurisdiction: ORANGE
He urgently needs rescue due to repeated bite attempts and high-risk behavior. Although he may appear friendly initially, he can quickly escalate to lunging and attempted biting when people enter his space. He is rescue-only and needs an experienced placement.
See full report: Urgent Partner Alert! Kaiba – German Shepherd Needs Rescue by 8/12/26!
Euth Alert
A1972267 Carissa
Comments: At Risk! Needs Rescue Now!
Status: RESQ-BHV
Intake Type: STRAY
Kennel: 101
Sex: Unaltered Female
Age: 1Y 1M
Weight: 80.00 Lbs
Breed: Cane Corso
Color: Black And Br Brindle
Intake Date: 07/30/2026
Review Date: 08/13/2026
RT Data Review: 08-09-2026 10:59AM
Jurisdiction: SANTA ANA
Her behavior has rapidly escalated from friendly to severe barrier reactivity, including lunging, barking, snarling, growling, lip lifting, and charging the kennel door. She is treat-motivated but may escalate when treats stop. An experienced handler is required; rescue or experienced foster placement only due to current safety concerns.
See full report: Urgent Partner Alert! Carissa – Cane Corso Needs Rescue by 8/13/26!
Euth Alert
A1972588 Hopper
Comments: Choke Chain And Rope Leash
Status: RESQ-BHV
Intake Type: STRAY
Kennel: 106
Sex: Unaltered Male
Age: 2Y
Weight: 67.00 Lbs
Breed: Pit Bull
Color: Blue
Intake Date: 08/02/2026
Review Date: 08/14/2026
RT Data Review: 08-09-2026 10:59AM
Jurisdiction: SANTA ANA
He has shown persistent handling and barrier-related aggression, including growling, hard staring, stiff posture, exposed teeth, lunging, and pre-bite behavior. He required sedation for intake and is considered unsafe for public showing. Although he may briefly respond to treats or gentle interaction, he remains intolerant of handling. Rescue-only placement with an experienced handler is urgently recommended.
See full report: Urgent Partner Alert! Hopper – Pit Bull Needs Rescue by 8/14/26!
Euth Alert
A1970111 Chestnut
Comments: Needs Rescue By 8/15/26 Due To Medical!
Status: MEDICAL
Intake Type: STRAY
Kennel: 303
Sex: Unaltered Female
Age: 10Y
Weight: 53.50 Lbs
Breed: Boxer And Labrador Retr Mix
Color: Tan And White
Intake Date: 07/16/2026
Review Date: 08/15/2026
RT Data Review: 08-10-2026 5:58PM
Jurisdiction: SANTA ANA
🐕🦺Submit a Dog in Need of Rescue or At Risk of Euthanasia 🐾
At Hope Paws Support Fund, we believe every dog deserves a fighting chance—especially those at immediate risk of euthanasia or in urgent need of medical care.
We’ve just launched our new: “Request to Add a Dog in Need” Form
If you know of a dog in a shelter that is in danger of being euthanized, you can now submit their story directly to us.
Here’s how it works:
1️⃣ Fill out the form with the dog’s details.
2️⃣ Our team reviews and verifies each submission.
3️⃣ If approved, we’ll feature the dog on our “Dogs in Need” page to raise pledges and connect them with rescue partners.