The holidays are filled with warmth, love, and the joy of a family— something every dog deserves to experience. This December, open your heart and home to a rescue dog for just one month and give them the chance to feel the magic of the season with a family by their side. Our Home for the Holidays foster program offers a month-long foster opportunity to provide eligible dogs with a loving home to enjoy the holiday season. Every dog deserves to experience the magic of the holidays with a family, even if it’s temporary. How It Works: Foster a dog for the month of December. Provide them w ..read more

Happy Howl-o-ween! With trick-or-treaters soon arriving at your door, it’s important to create a stress-free environment for your dog amid the festivities. Loud sounds, constant doorbell rings, and costumes can be overwhelming, but a few simple steps will help keep your pup calm and safe. Here’s how to ensure Halloween night is enjoyable and stress-free for everyone, especially your pup! Create A Safe Space Set up a cozy spot away from the front door where your dog can relax, especially with all the ringing doorbells and excited trick-or-treaters. Add a favorite blanket or toy for comfort! Ke ..read more

Hurricane season is here and can be unpredictable and stressful for everyone, including our pets. Ensuring your dog’s safety and comfort should be a priority as storms approach. By taking a few simple steps to prepare in advance, you can protect your pet from the dangers and anxiety that often come with severe weather. Whether it’s having the right supplies or creating a safe space at home, being proactive will give both you and your pet peace of mind throughout the season. Prepare a Pet Emergency Kit Food and Water: at least a 7 day supply of food and bottled water. Medications: Any med ..read more

Hurricane season is here and can be unpredictable and stressful for everyone, including our pets. Ensuring your dog’s safety and comfort should be a priority as storms approach. By taking a few simple steps to prepare in advance, you can protect your pet from the dangers and anxiety that often come with severe weather. Whether it’s having the right supplies or creating a safe space at home, being proactive will give both you and your pet peace of mind throughout the season. Prepare a Pet Emergency Kit Food and Water: at least a 7 day supply of food and bottled water. Medications: Any med ..read more

Today is National Check the Chip Day—a crucial reminder that could make the difference between finding your beloved pet and never seeing them again. At Big Dog Ranch Rescue, we’ve witnessed firsthand the heartbreak of lost pets and the joy of their reunification thanks to microchips. Every year, thousands of pets go missing, and the heartbreaking reality is that many never find their way back home. But there’s a simple, effective solution that can change this—microchipping. This tiny chip can make a big difference, ensuring that your pet has the best chance of being reunited with you if they ..read more

In a world where so many dogs are in need of loving homes, fostering could make a forever impact and help change lives. Benefits of fostering Many people may not realize that fostering isn’t just providing a temporary home for a dog. It’s ultimately about finding them a forever home full of love. Here’s how fostering can help: Creating Space at Animal Shelters: For every dog fostered, there is an additional space available at the shelter for another dog to come in and potentially find its forever family. Introducing Dogs to Potential Adopters: Whether it’s taking your dog to the park, for wal ..read more

As we celebrate the Fourth of July and reflect on the values of freedom and independence, there’s no better time to consider giving a rescue dog their own independence. But if you aren’t quite ready to adopt, consider giving these pups a taste of freedom through fostering! The Fourth of July can be a particularly difficult time for our rescue dogs due to the loud and frightening fireworks. Many dogs experience severe anxiety and fear during this time. Fostering a “firework friend” just for a few days during this holiday can help them feel secure and calm in a loving environment away from the ..read more

In a world where so many dogs are in need of loving homes, fostering could make a forever impact and help change lives. Benefits of fostering Many people may not realize that fostering isn’t just providing a temporary home for a dog. It’s ultimately about finding them a forever home full of love. Here’s how fostering can help: Creating Space at Animal Shelters: For every dog fostered, there is an additional space available at the shelter for another dog to come in and potentially find its forever family. Introducing Dogs to Potential Adopters: Whether it’s taking your dog to the park, for wal ..read more

Age should never be a barrier for adopting a dog. The truth is, age is just a number when it comes to providing love and care for your companion. Adopting a dog later in your life can bring immense joy and companionship. But who will care for your pet after you’re gone? Let’s explore some solutions for this common worry. Planning Ahead for your pet’s future Leave your pet to someone in your will: Specify a trusted individual in your will or living trust to effectively transfer the ownership of your dog after you’re gone. This will ensure that someone trustworthy will be responsible for you ..read more

Each year, countless dogs find themselves abandoned or surrendered to shelters for various reasons. While shelters strive to provide care and find loving homes for these animals, there is an imbalance of dogs coming in at quicker rates than they are leaving. This leads to overcrowded shelters, limited resources, and heartbreaking decisions about which dogs can be saved. At Big Dog Ranch Rescue, our mission is to prevent as many dogs as possible from entering shelters and ensure they remain with their loving families. We understand that life can sometimes bring unexpected changes, which migh ..read more