Weird RescueWeird Rescue

501(c)(3) • Los Angeles, CA

Rescue, but make it weird.

We save overlooked dogs and cats and match them with the right humans — with great care, honest support, and a little chaos (the cute kind).

Based in behavior

Positive reinforcement and behavior shaping.

Foster-led

Home-based care & matchmaking.

Supportive

Real help after adoption.

Gemma adoptable dog
Gemma with bubbles
Gemma being weird
Gemma • Featured fosterPhotos: Dogtographer Sarah DeRemer

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How it works

Rescue → Foster → Match

We keep it simple: get them safe, get them supported, then find the right forever home.

1) Rescue

We take in animals who need a second chance, get them healthy, and learn as much as we can about them.

2) Foster

Fosters provide the safe landing, both short and longer term. We are there for you the whole time so you can be there for them.

3) Match

We match pets to people thoughtfully — then stay available for support after adoption.

Adopt

Meet your match

Browse adoptables with photos, videos, and a Petfinder link.

Foster

Be the safe place

Short-term fosters save lives. We’ll support you the whole way.

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