Arizona Small Dog Rescue

Arizona Small Dog Rescue is dedicated to rescuing and caring for dogs in need, providing them with a safe, loving environment while we search for their forever families. Our primary focus is the health and well-being of each dog we take in.

As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we are a no-kill rescue group powered by a passionate team of dog-lovers who have devoted their lives to saving homeless, abandoned, neglected, and abused dogs. Every dog in our care receives essential services, including spaying/neutering, vaccinations, and microchipping. 

In 2025 Arizona Small Dog Rescue was fortunate to relocate to a wonderful new facility in Tempe thanks to our supporters. Our mission to save lives saw it's best year ever. Arizona Small Dog Rescue was able to save 1,235 dogs and get an additional 32 of our strays reunited with their families. 

The medical costs to provide care for these dogs cost us over $369,000 and wouldn't be possible without the support and generosity of our donors. Please consider donating today to help us continue saving lives and offering these deserving dogs a second chance.

Testimonials

"Our family has spent years fostering, and we know, without a doubt, that Arizona Small Dog Rescue will put any donations they receive to great use! They rescue blind dogs, paralyzed dogs, one eyed dogs, pregnant mamas, parvo puppies and so many more, and all that comes with high medical expenses. They make sure all the dogs are healthy, spayed or neutered, immunized, and microchipped before they are adopted. They even seek out the help of professional trainers when behavior modification is necessary. They can't do it all with the adoption fees alone, so it's crucial they receive donations to keep saving these precious souls." 
- Laura and family

"We’ve adopted from AZSDR three times now & absolutely love this organization. We have a soft spot for senior dogs and get so much joy from spoiling & pampering them in their later years. To watch an older dog that’s been completely uprooted from the life it previously knew and then open their heart to you is a feeling you can’t put into words. It is so rewarding knowing you can change a dog’s life in that way.  They are wholeheartedly dedicated to each dog’s well-being. They do not turn away hard cases & lead by example when it comes to compassion for animals. Their volunteers and staff are AMAZING & super helpful! Whether you are looking for a puppy to add to your life, an older dog to keep your lap & heart warm, or any dog in between, we highly recommend working with AZSDR to find the dog(s) that are right for you." 
– Ben & Val

"I have been involved with dog/cat rescue for over 25 years and AZ Small Dog Rescue is my favorite rescue. I have been with AZSDR for 10 years as a shelter volunteer, foster, adoption event worker, board member, fundraiser, and adopter. I love this rescue because they are willing to save medical dogs that many rescues would put to sleep due to cost. AZSDR is willing to spend the money to save wonderful dogs and then find them awesome forever homes. The staff goes above and beyond in caring and loving for those dogs in their shelter." 
- Dr. Kim Smith

"Arizona Small Dog rescue is an amazing place. So many caring people with one single mission. Saving dogs! And they help so many with medical issues. I have been a volunteer here for 5 years and have seen many fear dogs learn to trust. Arizona Small Dog Rescue gives these dogs their all!" 
- Sam