Rescue. Rehome. Repeat.
Birmingham Dog Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to rescuing and rehoming dogs from high-kill shelters across the region. Our mission is simple: to give every dog — no matter their breed, size, or story — a second chance at life. We believe that with compassion, patience, and the right match, any breed can be rescued and every dog deserves a loving home. Through our network of volunteers and foster families, we’re committed to creating brighter futures for dogs in need and the people who love them.
You can rescue any breed!
❊ What We Do
Rescue, Rehome, Repeat!
Foster
Fostering with Birmingham Dog Rescue is a life-saving act of love that gives dogs a safe place to heal and prepare for their forever homes. Our rescue provides all the supplies and support you need — you provide the comfort, care, and compassion that make transformation possible.
Foster Application
Adopt
Adopting through Birmingham Dog Rescue means giving a deserving dog a fresh start and a loving forever home. Our team carefully matches each dog with the right family to ensure a happy, lasting bond built on trust, compassion, and care.
Adoption Application
Donate
Your donation helps Birmingham Dog Rescue save dogs from high-kill shelters and give them a second chance at life. Every contribution goes directly toward medical care, food, and safe housing — helping us rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome dogs in need.
Donate Today!
Lincoln After Dark Event
An Evening of Wine, Giving & Paws
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2026 at LINCOLN OF TROY
Join us for an elegant holiday evening benefiting:
BIRMINGHAM DOG RESCUE & ENNIS CENTER FOR CHILDREN
ENJOY AN EVENING FEATURING:
Complimentary Celani Family Wine Tasting
Live Music
Adoptable Dogs
Local Vendors & Holiday Shopping
Holiday Bouquet Bar
Food and Dessert Bar
Featuring the brand NEW 2027 Lincoln Corsair
Raffles & Giveaways
Surprises & MORE!
Purchase Tickets Below!
21+ event. Must be 21 or older to consume alcohol.
❊ Testimonials
Our Pup Parents Love Us!
Seriously! But don’t take our word for it, here are some things people have to say about us.
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Birmingham Dog Rescue. From start to finish, they went above and beyond to help me secure a shelter dog from a high kill shelter in California—the very same shelter our last beloved dog came from. Their team worked tirelessly across state lines, navigating logistics, communicating clearly, and making sure every detail was handled with care and professionalism.
What impressed me most was their dedication to doing what’s best for the dog. They treated him as if he were already part of their own family, ensuring his safety, comfort, and well-being every step of the way. It’s rare to find a rescue so committed, compassionate, and hardworking.
Thanks to Birmingham Dog Rescue, this dog has a real chance at the stable, loving life he deserves. I’m incredibly grateful for their support, their heart, and the life-changing work they do every day.
I would recommend them to anyone looking to adopt, foster, or support a rescue that truly makes a difference.
— Amanda R., Adopter
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We adopted our dog Benji from Birmingham Dog Rescue earlier this summer! Our family had been wanting a dog for a while but with three young kids we wanted to make sure we found the right dog that fit well with our family. Our experience with Benji was very much a situation of “when you know, you know”. From the moment he came running up our driveway right into my arms for our first meeting/home visit we knew Benji was home.
The whole process with BDR was amazing! From the application to the visit and everything in between and after they have been great with communication and follow up. When Benji is ready for a friend, we will definitely adopted from BDR again!
— Sarah L., Adopter
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My boyfriend Joey and I adopted Bucky (formerly Ike) from Birmingham Dog Rescue, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. After unexpectedly losing our 10 year old pittie, bringing Bucky into our family has meant so much to us. The rescue was amazing from the very beginning and made the foster to adopt transition so seamless. They were helpful, communicative, and made everything so easy. We absolutely adore our little man and are so grateful to Birmingham Dog Rescue for bringing him into our lives!
— Felisha A., Adopter
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❊ FAQs
You’ve got questions,
we’ve got answers
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No problem — there are so many ways to make a difference!
Even if you can’t foster or adopt, you can still help save lives by donating or volunteering. Your donations go directly toward medical care, food, and transportation for dogs in need, while volunteers help with everything from events and fundraising to transport and social media outreach.
Every bit of support matters — whether it’s your time, your voice, or a few dollars. Together, we can rescue more dogs and give them the love they deserve.
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Our dogs come from a variety of places — including high-kill shelters across the U.S. and local shelters throughout Metro Detroit. Many of these dogs are at risk of euthanasia due to overcrowding or lack of resources, and we work hard to give them a second chance.
Through partnerships with shelters and transport networks nationwide, we bring these dogs to safety, provide medical care and love, and help them find their forever homes right here in Michigan.
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We don’t currently have a physical shelter — Birmingham Dog Rescue is a fully foster-based rescue. That means every dog in our care lives in a loving foster home instead of a kennel. This approach allows our dogs to decompress, learn, and experience love and routine while waiting for their forever families.
Our incredible network of foster families is the heart of what we do. They provide safety, comfort, and stability for dogs coming from difficult situations.
While we’re proud of our foster-based model, we do hope to one day expand into a physical space that will allow us to help even more dogs in need. Until then, every foster home, volunteer, and donor makes it possible for us to keep saving lives.
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Every dollar you give directly helps save dogs in need. Your donation supports:
Medical care — vaccinations, spay/neuter surgeries, emergency treatments, and ongoing health needs.
Transportation — bringing dogs safely from high-kill shelters and unsafe situations to loving foster homes.
Food and supplies — providing nutritious meals, cozy bedding, and enrichment toys while dogs wait for adoption.
Training and rehabilitation — helping dogs overcome fear, neglect, or trauma so they’re ready for forever homes.
Community outreach and adoption events — connecting great dogs with loving families.
As a nonprofit, we rely entirely on the generosity of our community. Every donation — big or small — helps us rescue, heal, and rehome dogs who deserve a second chance.
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Yes! Birmingham Dog Rescue is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. This means all donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Being a 501(c)(3) ensures transparency and accountability — every dollar we receive goes directly toward rescuing, caring for, and rehoming dogs in need. Your support truly helps us continue our mission to save lives and give every dog the love they deserve.
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Send us an email at birminghamdogrescue@gmail.com.