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Wet Noses Rescue

Animal shelter in San Diego, CA

Two women, one American, and one Mexican met in Sayulita through their mutual concern for the many sick, abandoned, neglected, and abused dogs and cats in the area.

They began working together informally to rescue, rehabilitate, and find homes for these animals. Their efforts eventually led to the formation of Wet Noses Rescue, which has grown from a small backyard operation to an expanding nonprofit housed on a property with dedicated facilities in Punta de Mita. Providing the animals with health care, rehabilitation, socialization, and careful evaluation which is needed for a successful adoption to new homes in the United States and Canada.

Wet Noses Rescue also provides Spay/Neuter clinics in the local community to reduce overpopulation and vaccinations to reduce the prevalence of serious diseases such as Parvo and Distemper.

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San Diego, CA 92067
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Adoptable pets at Wet Noses Rescue

We'll also keep you updated on Tina's adoption status with email updates.
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Tina

Siamese

Female, 3 mos
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Brandy's adoption status with email updates.
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Brandy

Boston Terrier

Female, 1 yr
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Scotch's adoption status with email updates.
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Scotch

Boston Terrier

Male, 1 yr
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Joni's adoption status with email updates.
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Joni

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Female, 3 mos
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Beethoven's adoption status with email updates.
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Beethoven

Old English Sheepdog

Male, 9 yrs 1 mo
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Apollo's adoption status with email updates.
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Apollo

Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 yrs
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Mimi's adoption status with email updates.
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Mimi

Poodle (Standard)

Female, 11 mos
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Harlow's adoption status with email updates.
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Harlow

Poodle (Standard)/Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Female, 1 yr
San Diego, CA

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

Additional adoption info

We have been refining the process for a few years now. It is important to us that the pet matches the new owner as much as possible.

Adoption application

https://www.wetnosesrescue.org/

Pets at shelters & rescues near Wet Noses Rescue

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Huey's Rescue

Temecula, CA 92591

We'll also keep you updated on Tyson's adoption status with email updates.
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Tyson

French Bulldog

Male
Wildomar, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Pecan Praline's adoption status with email updates.
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Pecan Praline

Black Mouth Cur/Labrador Retriever

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Carlsbad, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Bruce's adoption status with email updates.
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Bruce

American Pit Bull Terrier/Mountain Cur

Male, Adult
Oceanside, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Rudolph's adoption status with email updates.
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Rudolph

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Molly's adoption status with email updates.
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Molly

Husky/Labrador Retriever

Female, 3 yrs 3 mos
El Cajon, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Urgent! Jan 11 deadline's adoption status with email updates.
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Urgent! Jan 11 deadline

Belgian Malinois/Siberian Husky

Female, 2 yrs
San Marcos, CA

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