Laila's Legacy Animal Rescue
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washingtonDistrict of ColumbiaUS
Doing great work, really know what they are doing and stay positive doing it.Sophia Kaluzshner
Laila's Legacy was founded with a mission to ensure dogs impacted by breed bias and behavioral or physical challenges have a chance at a better life.
Laila, our name sake, was an incredible dog who had a behavioral challenge that caused aggression towards dogs. Laila loved her humans, and especially our Co-Founder, Ashe. She was a large bully breed so her size combined with local breed bias meant sometimes people were afraid of her. But that didn't stop her from winning people over with her goofy energy.
The rescue she was with did not have the resources to support Laila and couldn't find a suitable partner to take on her care because of her size and breed. As a result she was euthanized.
Laila's Legacy was founded to save dogs like Laila. We never want a dog to be euthanized because an owner, a volunteer, or an organization didn't have the resources or because breed bias stopped them from getting the help they deserved. Dogs like Laila deserve a chance at life and that's what we're here to do!
Mission and Vision
Laila's Legacy was founded with a mission to ensure that every homeless dog - including those with behavioral or physical challenges - that comes through our doors has a chance at a better life while educating the public on breed bias, individualistic training, and the importance of spay-neuter to lower the impact of returned, rehomed, and abandoned animals in shelters across the United States.
Specialization
- German Shepherd
- Pit Bull
- Rottweiler
Other specialization
- Dogs impacted by breed bias (from local breed-bans) & Behavioral or Medical challenges
Adoption Policy
We work with adopters to help them find a dog that is the right fit for them and their lifestyle! We do require pets in the home are altered and up to date on medical care, and require any animals we adopt to them are indoor only and have a training requirement to be started within a month of adoption. We don't require a yard but rather focus on a proper plan for mental, social, and physical enrichment.
https://www.lailaslegacyanimalrescue.org/available-dogs
Testimonials
See all testimonials"Doing great work, really know what they are doing and stay positive doing it."
— sophia k.
Fan
"Doing great work with animals and Ashe is the best to work with"
— sophia h.
Fan
"The best foundation!!! So supportive with fosters, great work with promoting animals to be adopted and creating a community to care for all animals"
— maura h.
Volunteer / foster
"They have taken in many dogs that were going to be put down. They have grown so quickly and always put the animals first"
— cat w.
Volunteer / foster, Supporter
"They are the best!"
— rachel k.
Fan
"They do such amazing work saving dogs from being euthanized at PG county shelter."
— megan s.
Volunteer / foster, Supporter, Fan
"Laila’s is constantly doing amazing work. They work so hard to help vulnerable animals in our community and beyond. I can’t imagine our community without them now!"
— olivia b.
Volunteer / foster, Supporter, Fan
"I’ve been fostering for LLAR for several months now. Having fostered for other groups, I can tell you that those affiliated with LLAR are some of the most passionate and compassionate people/rescuers around. They don’t view things as “do we?”, it’s “HOW do we?” Of special importance to me is that they focus on those dogs in need of rescue here in our backyard. Shelters everywhere are drowning and many rescues in my area pull from shelters down south, LLAR pulls many dogs from a local shelter inundated somewhat in part to breed specific legislation. The need is everywhere, but most importantly it is HERE and LLAR recognizes that."
— nora b.
Volunteer / foster, Supporter, Fan
"Amazing staff and fostering program!"
— gabrielle k.
Supporter, Fan
"I am really grateful for the tireless efforts of Ashe and team. I don't know how they do it. All of those lives saved and second chances granted mean so much."
— bridgette b.
Volunteer / foster
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David Adams is a man of many passions, but his love for dogs stands above all. He is not only a dog lover, but also the founder of an innovative platform called Sniffspot. This unique platform connects dog owners with private property owners who are willing to rent out their space for off-leash playtime. While the idea of Sniffspot was initially conceived by his wife, Rebecca, David has been the driving force behind its remarkable success, tirelessly overseeing its growth and development.
David's dedication to providing safe and enjoyable spaces for dogs to play, explore, and socialize is evident in his unwavering commitment to Sniffspot. He strongly believes that dogs need ample space and opportunities to stretch their legs and have fun. As a result, he has worked tirelessly to build a network of private property owners across the country who share his vision and are willing to offer their space for the benefit of dogs and their owners.
Despite his busy schedule, David always finds time to indulge in his passion for the great outdoors. He loves nothing more than exploring new hiking trails and embarking on thrilling outdoor adventures. Whenever he is not working on Sniffspot, he can often be found hiking or visiting multi-acre fenced sniffspots with his two beloved dogs, Soba and Toshii. He is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys the fresh air, breathtaking scenery, and the sense of freedom that comes with being in nature.
David is based in Salem, MA.
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