The Heroic Tail

We are a small veteran-run dog rescue based in San Diego, California. Our goal is to change the rescue world....

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Butterball

Meet Butterball! Butterball is a 6-year-old Husky/Border Collie mix who's as sweet as his name. This handsome 60-lb boy is...

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Molly

Meet Molly! This adorable 4-month-old Shepherd mix was found with his puppy siblings abandoned out in Riverside County. Thankfully, a...

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Banjo

Meet Banjo! Banjo is a 6-year-old Husky/Border Collie mix with striking looks and a big personality. Weighing around 60 lbs...

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Dexter

Meet Dexter! This handsome 4-month-old Shepherd mix was found with his puppy siblings abandoned out in Riverside County. Thankfully, a...

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Titus

Titus Your Next Adventure Buddy! Titus is an 18-month-old, 83-lb bundle of love and energy! This handsome boy is curious,...

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Shelby

Meet Shelby This sweet 3-year-old girl has had a tough journey. Shelby was once adopted, but sadly, her person passed...

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Zeus

I'm a 5-year-old Rottweiler, about 75 lbs, and my story is a tough one. My owner left me at a...

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Charlie

Meet Charlie - Your Gentle Giant Charlie is a big, cream-colored Labrador with a heart as soft as his sweet,...

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Lily

Lily is a 4-year-old Doberman with the sweetest spirit. She loves attention, long walks, and never misses a chance to...

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Milo & Otis

Meet Milo & Otis! These sweet brothers are about 4-5 months old and came to us after their mom became...

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Kima

This sweet girl is as loving and loyal as they come. She would truly thrive in a home with room...

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Akari

Meet Akari This sweet 5-month-old pup weighs about 30 lbs and is full of love and playful puppy energy. She...

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Chiquita

Meet Chiquita Chiquita is a gentle 10-year-old, 12 lb poodle-schnauzer mix with the sweetest heart. Her world was recently turned...

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Biscuit

Meet Biscuit Biscuit's journey is nothing short of a miracle. She was rescued from the San Bernardino shelter, just hours...

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Huski

Meet Huski Huski is a 6-year-old gentle soul who has nothing but love to give. He's the kind of dog...

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Stevie Licks

Meet Stevie Licks! Stevie is a striking Pitsky (Pitbull/Husky mix) with soulful eyes that could stare straight into your heart....

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Mia

Meet Mia - 5 year old sunbathing queen with sass and opinions. This 5-year-old Chihuahua is the queen of catching...

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Misu

Meet Misu - a 36-pound sweetheart with a heart ready to heal. After her beloved owner passed away, Pearl found...

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Guera

Meet Guera - The Spicy Senior & Her Sidekick Mia! Guera is a 10-year-old Chihuahua queen with a chill attitude...

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Bear

Meet Bear - the lovable goofball you never knew you needed! At just 2.5 years young, Bear is the perfect...

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Milo

Meet Milo - a 70-pound loaf of love with four legs and a heart that could power a small village....

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Zeus

Meet Zeus - Your Gentle, Loyal Companion! Zeus is a sweet, calm, and loving boy who's ready to find his...

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olly

Meet Olley - Your Gentle Guardian with a Heart of Gold Olley is a 2-year-old male pup with a calm...

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Dixy

Meet Dixy! This petite 1-year-old sweetheart is as smart as she is lovable. Dixy is full of life-she loves to...

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Fiddler

Meet Fiddler! This sweet 1-year-old boy is as chill as they come-total mellow vibes with a heart full of love....

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Oreo

Meet Oreo - Your Future BFF! Oreo is a 1-year-old handsome boy with a heart as sweet as his name!...

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Kiara and Nala

Hi we are Kiara and Nala (about 3 months) We are sisters and found by a dumpster A good human...

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Mooney

Hi! I'm looking for a loving home because my current family isn't allowed to have dogs in our new home....

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Bear

Hi I'm Bear I can be shy and a bit nervous when I first meet people because of my past...

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Xena

Hi I'm Xena! I am a 3-year-old Malinois Mix and I weigh 75lbs. I am a huge cuddle bug but...

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Luna

Hi, I'm Luna! I'm a 6-month-old Husky/German Shepherd mix with a lot of love to give. My family had to...

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Maze

Maze is a German Shepherd and Belgian Malinois mix, who I believe is around 3 years old and weighs about...

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Gracie

Gracie is a beautiful 3 year-old, 60lb sweetheart who's ready to find her forever-ever home this time. She absolutely adores...

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Diesel

We are currently doing courtesy posts because we don't have space in our rescue to bring dogs in. Diesel (under...

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Muneca

****Courtesy Post**** Mueca is a Pitbull and Rottweiler mix. She is good with people and kids. She has been around...

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Athena

*Courtesy Post San Diego, CA* Due to the current owner's 2 yr child who has severe allergies they are looking...

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Bella

She is very affectionate and loving. She's looking for a patient, loving family who can offer her the time and...

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Baker

Hi, I'm Baker! I was once a scared little pup, lost and alone on the side of a busy Las...

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Luna

This is Luna. She is about 2 years old and is a husky. She weighs approximately 40-50 lbs. She is...

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Molly

Hi, I'm Molly- the last little heart waiting for a home. I came from an accidental litter and was surrendered...

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Tony

This is Tony. He is a 6 year old male, neutered who weighs 65 pounds. He is very loving. Wants...

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Winnie

Winnie is a 5 year old lab/ Shep mix. She enjoys chasing tennis balls, swimming, running, and going for walks....

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Mollie

****Courtesy Post***** our rescue is currently at a stop for intake of new dogs so we are helping people who...

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Gemma

*Courtesy Post* Currently in North Park. Gemma was abandoned and picked up. She is spayed. We believe she is about...

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Indy

This is Indy a German Shepherd Mix female about 3 years. Our rescue is trying to find a home for...

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Morgan

Meet Morgan! She is a 2 year old Bully breed mix. She is an INCREDIBLY fun-loving pup. She absolutely LOVES...

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Bulma

Bulma is a trained dog who is extremely loyal to her people and protective. She loves affection and enjoys going...

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Leo

Leo is a gorgeous neapolitan mastiff. His ideal home would be a home with someone who knows the breed and...

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