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Dog Lover Rescue

Dog rescue in Ridgewood, NJ

Dog Lover Rescue rescues pups in urgent need and finds them loving forever homes. DLR focuses on a matchmaking approach, because the best "fit" means the best "forever" for everyone involved. The only thing I ever hear? "I wish I did this sooner."

Contact Bree De Beau
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Ridgewood, NJ 07450
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Adoptable pets at Dog Lover Rescue

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Adopted
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Nova

American Staffordshire Terrier/Great Dane

Male, 5 yrs 9 mos
Ridgewood, NJ
Adopted
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Roo

Chihuahua

Male, 3 yrs 4 mos
Ridgewood, NJ
Adopted
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Hobbs

American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 10 mos
Ridgewood, NJ

Rescue FAQs

Based out of New York/New Jersey Metropolitan area, however, we find homes for our dogs nationwide.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Pay Fee
  • 7. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

The process can go rapidly despite the many steps.

Adoption application

https://form.jotform.com/221395065454154

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