Charity Partners

The Heroes For Dogs Charity is a non-profit on a mission to make the world a better place for dogs. We do that best by finding, vetting and supporting dog welfare organizations with proven track records who specialize in what we consider to be three of the most critical dog rescue areas: emergency dog transport, medical treatment and sheltering.

The Underdog Railroad
Website: underdograilroadtransport.org

The Underdog Railroad saves hundreds of dogs each year by transporting them from kill shelters in Northern California to safe havens as far north as Canada.

They work tirelessly with a team of volunteer drivers, foster parents and no-kill dog shelters to assemble convoys of 20-30 dogs driving as much as 1,500 miles to personally deliver each dog to their new home.

Located in Thornton, California, this AMAZING charity was responsible for saving 850+ dogs in 2022 and 2023. About twice a month they visit several kill shelters in Northern California, load up their transport van and drive North as far away as Canada, dropping up to 35 dogs per trip at foster homes, no-kill shelters and FUR-ever families.

The mission of Heroes For Dogs is “to make the world a better place for dogs”. The Underdog Railroad is a shining example of how humans working together can do great things for our furry friends in need. We, with the financial support of the Heroes Club are proud to be financial sponsors of their worthy mission.

The Animal Pad
Website: theanimalpad.org

The Animal Pad is a 501c3 Organization EIN #45-4902841 that rescues dogs all over San Diego, Southern California and Mexico and believes that every dog should have a loving fur-ever home.

They are nationally recognized for their grit, determination and willingness to step into unthinkable situations, and rescue dogs, often hundreds at a time!

The Animal Pad is a non-profit, all-breed dog rescue dedicated to saving pups from high-kill shelters and the streets of Mexico. They provide them with veterinary care, place them in foster homes, and find them loving forever families. A few years ago, they shifted their focus to the street dogs of Mexico, where help is scarce.

Since then, they’ve built a large rescue network in Baja California and established a sister shelter in Ensenada, Mexico, prioritizing the rescue of dogs from this shelter whenever possible and when funds allow. Heroes For Dogs Charity is proud to partner with them in this mission.

Tobacco Valley Animal Shelter
Website: tobaccovalleyanimalshelter.com

Located in Eureka, Montana, The Tobacco Valley Animal Shelter was responsible for saving and placing over 700 dogs in 2022 and 2023. Located in rural northwest Montana, this shelter is often the last chance for neglected, abused and at-risk dogs.

The Tobacco Valley Animal Shelter has saved nearly 9,300 dogs and spayed 5,000 more since opening their doors in 2008. Prior to that, Lincoln County had only kill shelters. Dogs that were not claimed in 3 days were euthanized. Now, instead, they are turned over to TVAS!

Wendy, the Facility Manager led a campaign 12 years ago to get the shelter built and works tirelessly with her team of 7 employees and volunteers rescue, re-habilitate, nurture and place our furry friends 365 days a year.

The mission of Heroes For Dogs is “to make the world a better place for dogs”. Tobacco Valley Animal Shelter is a shining example of how humans working together can do great things for our furry friends in need. We, with the financial support of the Heroes Club are proud to be financial sponsors of their worthy mission.

Dulce Vida Rescue
Website: dulcevidarescue.org

Dulce Vida Animal Rescue is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization on a mission to save the lives of sick, neglected, abandoned, abused, and homeless animals in California, Tijuana, and beyond.

Sustained solely by donations and powered by dedicated

volunteers, we step in every day to provide innocent animals on the streets with essential food, vital medical care and loving forever families. We give them a chance to rewrite their stories and live a DULCE VIDA happily ever after.

Their goal is to build, operate, and maintain a facility dedicated to spaying and neutering homeless animals while offering free services to low-income communities. This model, with a strong emphasis on education and community engagement, serves as our guide for expansion.

Their central focus remains the rescue of dogs and cats from the streets of Mexico, and facilitating adoptions into loving forever homes

South Ogden Animal Services
Website: southogdencity.com

As a small but mighty shelter serving three cities, South Ogden Animal Services operates with just seven dog kennels and seven cat cages.

To keep lost pets safe and find them loving homes, they rely on the support of their community.

Their mission is clear—no healthy animal should ever face euthanasia. But they can’t do it alone.

Spaying and neutering pets is the most important step in controlling overpopulation and ensuring healthier animals. Vaccinating, microchipping, and keeping pets secure at all times also play a vital role in their life-saving efforts.

Every pet parent can make a difference. By practicing responsible pet ownership, we can work together to create a safer, healthier future for all companion animals.

how you can help

The easiest and most effective way to help is to make a donation directly to the charity. We NEVER collect donations on their behalf, but will direct you below to the best location to make sure your contribution actually makes it to the charity.

Alternately, we would love to have you as an active member of the Heroes Club where you will receive updates on partner activities, interact with other members and be involved directly with the charities if you wish.

And finally…

The problems facing the dog rescue world are massive. Every day across America an average of 1,000 perfectly healthy dogs are euthanized. Together with our community and our AMAZING Charity Partners we ARE making the world a better place for dogs.

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