Saving Badass Dogs From Idiot Humans

Since March of 2011, our team has rescued over 3,500 dogs from high-kill, rural shelters in AL, FL, GA, LA, NC, SC, TX, KY and WV and found them all forever homes.

Badass Animal Rescue is a 501(c)3 dog rescue based in Brooklyn, NY. As a leader in responsible rescue, we rescue the most vulnerable dogs regardless of their breed, age, size, and medical history from underserved shelters and communities in the United States.

Upon rescue, all our dogs receive comprehensive veterinary care including spay/neuter, vaccinations, deworming, heartworm testing and treatment, and flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. In some cases, this includes surgery and other specialist vet care.

Badass does not have a shelter and relies on foster families to provide care, training, and ultimately improve successful adoption outcomes. The more foster homes we have, the more dogs we can save!

How we responsibly rescue

  • Our dogs are rescued from high-kill shelters

    We rescue our dogs from high-kill shelters, focusing on the most at-risk populations in the southern US and US Virgin Islands.

  • No discrimination policy

    We don’t discriminate by breed, age, size or medical history. Every dog, from seniors to those who require extensive medical care, deserves a second chance.

  • Fit over speed

    We prioritize matching dogs with families based on compatibility, not just speed of adoption. Our foster program ensures a better understanding of each dog’s needs.

  • Education and resources

    We provide communities with resources and tools, educating about responsible rescue, spay/neuter importance, and offer training opportunities.