#47 in United States, #3 in Florida, #1 in Orlando
#2 in german Shepherd
Service areas:
State of Florida
"Amazing rescue, dedicated to do everything possible, with the most passionate volunteers"
— cullen s.
Volunteer / foster, Supporter
"Amazing rescue, dedicated to do everything possible, with the most passionate volunteers"
— cullen s.
Volunteer / foster, Supporter
"I had the privilege of fostering a shepherd puppy through the Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley in Las Cruces, NM, and it's been an incredible journey. With the invaluable assistance of Rescue Rebels, this little pup found her way from New Mexico all the way to Florida. It's amazing how quickly she captured the hearts of her forever family. This rescue experience has truly been a remarkable journey, and I'm grateful to have been a part of it."
— vanessa c.
Supporter
"This rescue is one of the most caring and compassionate that my family has ever met. I follow them on facebook watching them save the ones left behind. They pull the sickest of the sickest. We got our girl from them. We are so in love with her and are grateful to them for bringing her into our lives. They are passionate about what they do for the one of the misunderstood breed German shepherds. I wish them the best and will continue to support them anyway we can."
— chris z.
Adoptee, Fan
"Rescue Rebels is absolutely the best! They do all they can to help save lives and ensure a safe home for the rescues. All adoptees fill out an application, home checks done and vet checks on current or previous pets to be sure these rescues will be in the best care in their forever home. They do their diligence to help match them with the right pet if they are uncertain. I also fostered and failed, his name was Broly and has his forever home with me. I also enjoy volunteering and see all that goes into helping these rescues. Rescue Rebels is the best when looking for your forever pet, they will help guide you. Thank you for helping me find my boy Broly (now Major)."
— mandy b.
Adoptee, Volunteer / foster
"I’ve volunteered for multiple different rescues over the past 8 years and rescue rebels is by far the most well-rounded one I’ve seen. Helping every kind of case, from the medically needy to behavioral issues to litters of abandoned puppies, Rescue Rebels is committed to giving these dogs a fighting chance. I’m so proud to be a part of an organization with such a strong force of compassion and justice."
— cailyn s.
Volunteer / foster
"Small rescue that pulls dogs from horrendous conditions"
— gina s.
Supporter
"They pulled a poor dog with multiple health problems that no one wanted and provided extensive support to me as a foster. Took care of Knoxxy every step of the way. They are very responsive, responsible and well run- which is hard to come by. They do a good job at everything- not just getting the dog but taking care of the dog and finding RESPONSIBLE owners to ensure success. They save and place a lot of dogs and for that I’m extremely grateful."
— melanie a.
Volunteer / foster
"This is the best rescue in Florida. I would never think about rescuing a dog from anywhere else but here. My wife and I picked up our girl Piper from rescue rebels and she has been nothing but perfect. They go above and beyond to care for their dogs. We plan on getting Piper a brother one day and we know exactly where we are adopting him from. Rescue rebels is number one in our book. Thank you guys for all your hard work and love you show each dog that meets you."
— danny a.
Adoptee, Supporter, Fan
"I don’t even know where to start with how amazing the woman and men who run this rescue are. They truly put their heart and soul into keeping these animals safe and healthy. The time and dedication that they put into this rescue is truly unmatched. We adopted our baby girl Darla from them. She is the love of our lives. I thank them everyday that she came into our lives. My husband and I continue to support the rescue as much as we can. If you were thinking about rescuing a German Shepherd this is the place to do it. Thank you rescue rebels, we appreciate you more than you could ever know."
— lauren a.
Adoptee, Supporter
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