Right now, we’re seeing more animals abandoned than ever.
Pet stores are no longer selling puppies (which is a good thing), and because of that, people aren’t buying from puppy mills (even better!). But the heartbreaking consequence is that breeders and mills are now dumping their unsold puppies — and worse, the moms and dads used for breeding.
It’s a painful chain, and the dogs are the ones paying the price.
Rescues are full. Adoptions have slowed. Vet bills are piling up. Prices for quality food and prescription diets are rising. And rescuers? We’re exhausted.
Please, if you can, consider helping:
Foster. Transport. Donate. Share our mission. Spread the word.
We need you. These dogs need you.
This week, we welcomed a 3-month-old toy poodle, surrendered to us malnourished, with a skin condition, and a deep sadness in his eyes. Saying “no” to a dog — knowing we might be their last chance — is the hardest thing we ever have to do.
The uncertainty in the market is hitting us hard. We’re struggling to keep up. We have dogs that need food, vet care, and love — and not enough hands to do it all.
We only receive foster offers from people hoping to adopt — and while we appreciate the interest, fostering is about healing and preparing the dog for the best, most suitable forever home.
It’s easy to admire cute dogs online.
What’s not easy?
Getting in your car after a full day of work and driving 350 miles round trip to pick up a sick puppy.
- Scrubbing the messes.
- Spending hours at the vet.
- Staying up all night to care for a dog in distress.
And then begging for donations just to keep the lights on, food in bowls, and the floors clean.
We give up weekends. We give up time with our own families. We give up sleep, money, and comfort. Not because we want to be heroes — but because these dogs need someone.
We’re not millionaires running a big operation. We’re regular people cleaning up the mess others leave behind.
We’re grateful for every donation, every bit of support — but please know, this isn’t an investment that comes with perks or rewards. It’s a mission. It’s an act of love, not business.
If your heart is in the right place, support us. Or support your local shelter. Either way, help the animals. That’s what truly matters.
Please Consider a Small Donation To Support Our Rescues or a Gift Card or Supplies. Every little bit helps.
Make a direct impact with Zelle. By donating through Zelle, your contribution goes straight to the heart of our rescue efforts, ensuring that animals receive the care and support they deserve as quickly as possible.
Online Credit Card Donations via Ziffy: Ziffy provides a secure and hassle-free way to make a difference for animals in need, and the best thing, it charges zero fees, allowing every penny of your generous donations to go directly towards helping our rescues.
Support Max’s Ark Rescue by Sending Supplies or Gift Cards: Our rescue dogs come to us from heartbreaking situations—neglect, abandonment, overbreeding. When they arrive, they often need everything: food, medical care, soft bedding, toys to comfort them, and basic supplies to support their foster parents.
