Available Animals

MaeDay Rescue is a non-profit dog rescue based in Los Angeles. We save hundreds of dogs a year from the shelters and streets through our a foster based program. Sometimes we save cats too! We save dogs of all breeds and all ages.

We get to know each dog while in their foster home, and a lot of work goes into finding them their perfect forever home! We offer meet & greets and a one week trial before adopting except for our young puppies as we'd like to keep the bouncing around to a minimum. If you see a pup you'd like to meet, please fill out an adoption application and be sure to include their name :)

Cheese Kittens!

Meet the Maeday kittens known as the cheese litter! We have Feta (calico female) Cheddar (orange boy) & Manchego (tuxedo boy) they were born in an abandoned house around April 25th. They found their way to MaeDay and have been such great kittens! Litter trained, loving, social and good with dogs. They are looking for an indoor only home and can be adopted solo or in pairs. #maedaycheesekittens

Colette

Meet Colette! She’s a 4-year old / 10-lb glamour girl. She is the mom of the #maedayfrenchpastrypups and is now ready to find her forever home where she can be a dog and not a mom! She was the best mom and after raising 7 puppies who are almost 8 weeks old, it’s time for her to start her life. 

She is the sweetest, happiest girl who loves all people and other animals. She’s good on leash, is a great listener and has no separation anxiety. Colette also LOVES to cuddle. Make room in your cuddle puddle and adopt her! #maedaycolette

Lil Buddy

Introducing Lil Buddy! We just rescued him from the shelter, he’s already settling in well, and is the best guy  — look how happy he is!!!

Lil Buddy is about 10ish years old, 16 lbs, and is such a sweet, happy & chill little dude. He is great with other dogs, potty trained, and seems pretty perfect all-around. He is move-in ready! He is a healthy senior guy who loves life & exudes so much joy. #maedaylilbuddy

Dandelion

This tiny 5-lb little girl is DANDELION! Let’s welcome her to the MaeDay pack! We busted her out of the shelter, she quickly got a bath ….and then she got fitted with new gear for her brand new life — She’s so happy to be out of the shelter!

Dandelion is about 4-5 years old, super tiny, and super sweet. She can still be a bit shy & timid but that’s understandable as she adjusts to the good life. We love her already & can’t wait to find her a forever home that will love her forever! #maedaydandelion

Calla

Meet Calla!!! This sweet 20-lb girl was waiting at the South LA shelter …and we heard about how special she is. She was a volunteer favorite & they wanted her to go to a great rescue so they knew her future would be safe. They reached out to us, we were happy to oblige ….and we promise that not only is she forever safe, but her future is bright — we will find her the best home! 

Calla is about 1 year old and still a bit shy/nervous of new people and new situations - but that’s understandable. We can’t wait to see her gain confidence and come out of her shell. She is very sweet, good with other dogs …and has been curious/playful with the cats in her foster home. We know her foster is going to take great care of her and we can all watch her blossom!…like a CALLA lily  #maedaycallalily

Argo 

Meet Argo! Argo was left behind by his previous owner and some family members stepped in to help him & reached out to us - they want to find him the best home! He’s been through a lot but he’s a resilient guy. 

He is around 5 years old, 20 lbs, bilingual, gets along with other dogs and can be shy with new people — he’ll need someone that is patient and goes slow with him. But once he trusts you, he’s an awesome little dog!

Fill out an application to meet Argo! #maedayargo

Cash

Give a warm welcome to Cash the pug! This almost 8 month old pug came to Maeday after his owner realized they were in over their heads with a pug puppy (please no judgement, they are an older couple). Luckily, their friend reached out to us and can continue fostering him until we find his perfect home. 

He is sweet, active & well behaved. He is good with other dogs and we are excited to get him on the right track. Fill out an app to meet and fall in love with this sweet boy. #maedaycashpug

Raffi

Meet Raffi! This adorable 1 year old Lab/Shepherd mix was on the euthanasia list and about to be put down this weekend — he wouldn’t be here today if our friend/board member didn’t see him and jump into action. Now this active, smart and goofy boy is alive and has his whole life in front of him! 

He is great with kids, very sweet & friendly. He could use some basic leash training because he is still an excited puppy, but sleeps in his bed all night and loves every dog he has met! Put in your applications to meet and fall in love with this perfect boy! #maedayraffi

Gertrude

Meet GERTRUDE!!! We busted this sweet tiny gal out of the shelter and she’s happy to be here! As a queer owned rescue, we love celebrating Pride month …so we figured we’d honor novelist, poet, and gay icon Gertrude Stein by naming this adorable pup after her. We think the name suits her, don’t you think? 

Gertrude is approximately 8 years old, 10 lbs, very calm, mellow & sweet! So far we’ve learned that she’s an easy pup to have around - she’s eating great, sleeping great, is potty trained, and loves chillin’ around the house. What more could you want? Gertrude is also great with other dogs. Help us welcome Gertrude to the MaeDay pack! #maedaygertrude

Shelly

Please meet SHELLY! This gal came to us from the South LA shelter and clearly has been through a lot of sadness & neglect. We heard about how special she was from the shelter and wanted to help. Shelly doesn’t let what she’s been through get her down - she’s a happy girl who loves to wag her tail, play with toys, and go on walks. We are so happy for her that her life is about to turn around! 

Shelly is a tiny 7 lbs (she needs to gain some weight), about 10 years old, and a poodle mix of some kind. Take a look at her before/after photos — she now looks VERY different - But that’s ok - her glorious hair will grow back! We can’t wait for her to start enjoying the good life. Welcome to MaeDay, Shelly!  #maedayshelly

Wexler

Meet Wexler!!! This cutie is feeling good & is so happy to be getting the TLC he deserves. Poor guy was dumped on a farm/orchard in Bakersfield and was left to fend for himself (this is sadly a common occurrence in this area). We heard about him…and we were happy to take him in and make him a #maedaydog 

Wexler is about 1-2 years old, 15ish pounds, and seems like a combo of a Westie & a Corgi (bc of his long body & short little legs). Whatever he is, he’s a handsome guy and we are happy he’s now safe. Wexler is adjusting well — He has been sleeping like a rock since he got to his foster home and we’re sure it’s because he can finally relax and not have to be on alert all night. What a brave boy! #maedaywexler

Sienna

Meet Sienna!!! She is an almost 3 month old puppy who already knows sit, is great with dogs, and loves everyone! She is a typical sweet, goofy and curious puppy who we know is going to make someone very happy!

As you can guess, Sienna is going to be a BIG girl & is growing fast! Not sure exactly how big she will get, but we guess 50ish pounds or more. Let’s find this sweet puppy a home! #maedaysienna

Andie

Meet Andie! This 1-year old / 9 lb scruffy gal came to us from the South LA shelter where she was very scared & shut down. But now that she’s out of there, she’s happy & being such a good girl! She’s still a bit shy and could benefit from another dog showing her the ropes. Andie is settling in, becoming more outgoing and playful, and enjoying some cuddle time on the couch. We are so happy to welcome her into MaeDay. #maedayandie

Darwin

Meet DARWIN!!! Darwin is about 10 years old, 46 lbs, & a hound/terrier mix. Darwin has been with the same family since he was a puppy …but now has the not-uncommon story of needing to be rehomed because of the new children in the house. He isn’t a fan of the kids and has mostly kept to himself …but he did have one unfortunate incident where he nipped at one of them. It wasn’t serious, but his family wants to be super cautious and has decided that he should have a new home where he can live out his golden years in peace. 

Darwin has been mostly kept in the guest house since the incident and we’d love him to find a home where he can be king of the castle once again - That’s what he deserves!  Darwin is sweet, energetic, friendly with all adults/teens, potty trained, and gets along with most dogs. He is great on leash, has no health issues, is up to date on vaccinations, and just had an anesthetic dental cleaning where everything looked great! He’s a healthy senior guy looking for his new family. #maedaydarwin

Mona

Meet MONA!🩷🐾 This gal came to us from the shelter where she was an owner surrender. We are sad that she lost her family but we already know that she’s a total gem!

Mona is about 10-12 years old, and a tiny 8 lbs. She loves people, is potty trained, good with other dogs, and loves to cuddle. She had a really bad mouth of teeth - which likely comes from neglect & poor nutrition in her previous home. But that’s ok - after her dental surgery, she now only has 8 teeth left and her mouth is sparkly clean & minty fresh! She loves to be around her people so someone that is home a lot would be ideal for her — she is super happy, confident, & sweet …and looking for her perfect forever retirement home! #maedaymona

Princeton

Meet Princeton! We saved Princeton from the shelter hours before he was set to be euthanized. He was not doing well in the shelter environment and was having lots of stomach issues, so he needed to get out of there & seen by a vet asap.

Princeton is about 7-8 years old, 11 lbs, and is feeling much better now! He was a volunteer favorite at the shelter - always wanting kisses and cuddles. He is doing well with his potty training, loves to sit on your lap, and gets along great other dogs!  #maedayprinceton 

Tobie

Meet Tobie! 

When the volunteers at Harbor shelter in San Pedro sent us this picture and said “this 11 year old boy is an owner surrender after his owner was diagnosed with Alzheimers, can you take him?” We answered with a giant YES! 

His name is Tobie and he is relaxed, easy on leash, was great for his bath and is great with other dogs. He has a chronic dry eye which will require eye drops, but this little senior is move in ready!  #maedaytobie 

Leam 

Meet Leam! 
This gentleman is Leam and he is a 12 year old fixed boy who sadly lost his home after his human was elderly and could no longer care for him properly. He is litter trained, great with other cats and loves a lap. Give this guy the best senior years of his life and adopt him. #maedayleam 

Rudolph

Meet Rudolph (aka Rudy)! He’s a 5 year old miniature pinscher. Rudy weighs 16 pounds, is great with other dogs and is a very loyal pup! He loves to cuddle up with his person, is a great listener, whip smart and eager to please. Rudy was found on the streets and was surrendered to the shelter prior to finding his way to Maeday. He is very grateful to have a safe and cozy place to land while he awaits his forever home. #maedayrudolph

Ash

Meet Ash! This 60lb beauty is around 1.5 years old and is the smartest, floppiest and most gentle girl. She loves other dogs, small or large, is great on leash, knows sit, is potty trained, and great with all humans. We saved her from the shelter and can’t wait to find her perfect forever home. She is going to make someone’s home complete. #maedayash

Lady Lacy

Meet Lacy! Lacy is a 7yo., 87lb. Great Pyrenese or Swiss Shepherd mix. Lacy was surrendered to the shelter and she patiently waited for 6 months until we were able to bust her out of the shelter. She's potty trained and will tell you when she needs to go out. She is great with every dog she has met. She is very calm and friendly! Follow along on Instagram to learn more about her. #maedayLadyLacy



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