

BRYNN’S STORY
Adopter
“You are grounded!” Around the age of 5 we all learn what this expression means. It typically sets the precedent that for a period of time, we have lost our freedom and control. However, this phrase took on a very different meaning for my wife and I this spring when COVID hit the United States. As an aspiring pilot and a strategist at a Dallas-based airline, it meant a period of extreme uncertainty and anxiety. After years on the road, we were suddenly told that we would be working from home for the “foreseeable future.” This was tragic news for us. We needed something to brighten our spirits. During the first few months of the pandemic, we spent the weekends with our friends who were consistently fostering Dallas Dog Rescue Rehab Reform dogs. Since my wife and I did not grow up with animals, at first we ignored the emotional attachment. However, as the days progressed, playing with the puppies was the highlight of our week. We watched in amazement as timid dogs who had been abandoned or abused transformed into confident, playful puppies. Suddenly, the world didn’t seem like such a terrible place. The pause the pandemic created cultivated the restoration of life for these beautiful creatures. We wanted to be involved. When spring turned into summer and we realized the pandemic wasn’t going away, we started thinking seriously about adopting a puppy. We wanted to provide one of these wonderful animals a home and a bright future. However, we never anticipated that our dog would make such a big difference in our lives. As we mulled the decision over, we worried about waking up even earlier, how the dog might impact our weekends, and if we were up for the challenge of training a puppy. As business majors, we determined the pros outweighed the cons. Fast-forward two months and things have in fact changed dramatically. We get the opportunity to see the world earlier than most. We get to enjoy the quiet solitude of the downtown streets and get to appreciate the beauty of a morning dew with our trusty companion. Our weekends are different. We have moved on from dimly lit bars to restaurants with dog-friendly patios. Instead of laying by the pool, we search for new places to adventure with our dog. And as far as the training goes, I think her will might be stronger than ours. Adopting a dog is a personal choice and it is not for everyone. Dallas Dog Rescue Rehab Reform does a tremendous job and offers many opportunities to get involved. If our circumstances hadn’t dramatically changed, we wouldn’t have adopted our dog, however, we couldn’t be happier that they did. The world gave us a tremendous opportunity to pause for a brief moment and to reflect on what really matters. Our dog has made our family whole. It is the best decision we ever made.

Adopter
HAPPY GOTCHA DAY ATLAS!
Adopter
Today is one year since we got him and this has been the best year of my life. ❤️Atlas was found in south Texas covered in fleas after being born just hours before in a literal trash can with his siblings and mom. And he overcame distemper. Thank you so much Dallas Dog - Rescue.Rehab.Reform and Natalie Stockard for giving me my best friend & soul mate! 🥰He’s been my rock during my worst times and I am never unappreciative of him. He’s taught me more than I could’ve expected. I love him with everything in my heart! He’s so smart! He was always impressing me at his Manners Classes at What A Great Dog! Completing Manners 1&2 to help become the best dog! Atlas is my adventure buddy and has so much courage and kindness in his heart! Love my Atlas with everything. ❤️
Sheri B.
Adopter
I've always had cats throughout my adult life because I had to work everyday and they are more independent, however I have always wanted a dog! I had one as a kid. When Covid hit and I started working from home, everything changed. I reconnected with my high school sweetheart after 30 years and within 10 months we were engaged and now married. He has a very sweet Golden Lab. So I decided that this was my chance to finally get the dog I always wanted! I saw one picture of Paislee (now renamed Cleo, short for Cleopatra) and I knew that I HAD to have her! That was my dog! My husband's sister is a foster for Dallas Dog RRR and she sent us the puppy pic of my now sweet little girl! We immediately drove to the adoption event that was taking place that day and filled out all the paperwork. Within 1 week we were able to bring her home! Her foster family was amazing. Cleo is doing amazing!!! It will be 1 year tomorrow 6/30/22 that I got to bring her home. She's beautiful, wickedly smart, and so loving... She is such a good girl and I love her so much! I had an incredible experience with Dallas Dog RRR. Thank you so much to everyone that works at Dallas Dog RRR and to the amazing fosters for these fur babies! I am so grateful to you all!!!
Gabriella Burkman
Adopter
I adopted Juno November 8th, 2021 and my life has never been the same. At first she was a handful as any puppy is, then once she started to trust me, and I her. Our lives have changed forever. She is as goofy as I am. A little scared of new things at first, but once she's comfortable her true personality comes out. She's best friends with my parents dog Willie (Australian Labradoodle) and my best friends dog Kora (German Shepard). She is tiny, but don't let her 18 pound body fool you, she can run just as fast as the big dogs. She has a superpower that allows her to find and bring every leaf inside my home. Her favorite activity is eating and she love chewing bones. There has been a lot of changes in my life. I graduated college, started my career from home and move into my first place by myself. I am so beyond blessed that I don't have to do any of this alone. Juno is such a pure soul and I can't wait to continue this adventure with her.
Shaun Weston
Adopter
With all the daily hell in America, you guys really matter! I can't think of any donation that's mattered as much as you guys. You waste no time and you make it happen for the voiceless victims. Thank you!
Ashlyn Beadel
Adopter
I know things have been pretty hard for our rescue lately but I wanted to show a reminder of the good that can come from it! My sweet girl Lady was our foster fail from DogRRR. She was 6 months old and found herself at the Garland shelter. She was an owner surrender because she “didn’t get along with other dogs”. She was “sick” and was red alert. I tried and tried to get someone to rescue her with no luck. It got down to the final hour before she was set to be euthanized when bless Patti’s heart, she tagged her for us and allowed us to be trained as fosters. She was malnourished with sores and poop mats in her fur that we had to cut out. She was adopted by a family and then returned where we graciously opened her back with open arms. Now, she was a mess and handful and it took a lot of work on our end, but this girl is now one of the best dang dogs we’ve had. She draws so much attention anywhere we go and people always comment on how bad they want her. She’s been a dream with my daughter and truly great (but also super annoying) addition to our pack. All that to say, my Lady girl would not be here if it wasn’t for the rescue. Don’t give up hope because there are hundreds of us who have family members that bring us so much joy because of all the efforts YOU put in. THANK YOU.
Carol McCullough Kuchar
Adopter
This rescue goes out of their way to save hundreds of homeless abused and neglected animals. Please help them by donating or fostering. Thank you.
Christine Boyd
Adopter
For 39 years we have had beagles. We didn’t learn until our third beagle that rescuing was the way to go. For most of those 39 years we have had two beagles at a time because we loved the dynamic when we first got a second beagle so much that we made a commitment to always have 2 and to adopt our dogs as well. Beagles 3-5 were all adopted. In April of this year, we lost our fifth beagle, believed to be almost 15 years, to a cardiac issue unexpectedly. Right up until the end he was an active happy beagle so it was very traumatic when he suddenly died. We knew that no other dog could fill the void he left, but also knew this was the opportunity to give another dog a good home. Although going through the various rescue sites and reading about all these dogs that needed a home was overwhelming, we kept going and got very lucky to find 8 year old Cricket. Our other (male) beagle Harley is 11 years old and took to her instantly at the meet and greet. As of today we have had Cricket for about a month and she has dramatically come out of her shell. She prances on her daily walks, holding her head high and constantly stopping to observe something. She is very, very sweet and has come to trust us, which is really amazing considering her backstory. I give credit to the foster for that and so much more that Shelbie did for Cricket. Although we had some challenges with Cricket eating in the beginning, it was clearly just the decompression. Now she mimics everything the older beagle does, including eating, barking and voluntarily going to her crate at night. We love the beagle breed and love having Cricket as part of our pack. ( Cricket is on the left)
Morgan McBride
Adopter
I knew little Leroy was the one when he just climbed into my lap the first time we met. It's been almost six months now and every day is a ton of fun. He's a hit at all the parties I bring him to. Thank you Dallas DogRRR for introducing us!
Babs Brassell-Witten
Adopter
I am always looking for truly save pets non kill shelters and this by far us one of the best facilities I've had the pleasure if touring now if only I could find a Saluki or a Borzoi or even a Shitz I'm ready to take as many as I can
Johnette Amado
Adopter
Jethro came to us when we least expected it. See, we had recently let our older dog cross the rainbow bridge and we were lost. Jethro came up as available, and while we were tentative about our first meet and greet, Jethro stole our heart. He lives the best, spoiled life that any dog could dream of. He is our sweet fur baby that makes laugh and smile everyday. Thank you Dallasdogrrr for believing in us!
Allie Grochev
Adopter
We adopted Waffles ( aka Johnny Cash) and we love him very much. He is an absolute joy to have around.
Karen Sutliff Block
Donor
Love this group..bringing food from my neighbors in Georgetown to help them out
Kortnee Griffin
Volunteer
I was fortunate enough to volunteer with this all star team during the Harvey disaster. They truly dedicate their lives to these animals and held it together during an overwhelming time. Some of these ladies work, go to school, you name it, and they still manage to advocate and care for the animals giving their absolute best effort. Thank you for all that y'all do!!!