A 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue with a passion to save animals one waggy butt at a time.
Who We Are
Here at Waggy Butts & Happy Mutts, we are a no-kill, 100% volunteer-based dog rescue dedicated to saving the lives of dogs in need. We rescue dogs from overcrowded shelters and provide temporary, loving homes through our network of dedicated fosters until each dog finds their forever family. Being foster-based allows us to give each dog personalized care and better understand their needs, ensuring the best possible match with adopters.
Every dog in our care is fully vetted, including vaccinations, spay/neuter, microchipping, and any necessary medical treatments.
Located primarily in New Jersey, we have fosters and adopters throughout NJ, PA, DE, and NY.
Adopt or Foster
FOSTER TO ADOPT
Our Foster-to-Adopt Program lets potential adopters foster a dog for a trial period before finalizing the adoption, ensuring a perfect match for both you and the dog—no strings attached!
In some cases, we offer foster-to-adopt if you're ready to adopt, but the dog needs additional vetting before making it official.
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Donate
We operate based on donations. We are constantly striving to do more for dogs in our community, and part of that endeavor includes being careful with the donations we receive. Your donation will help us save more animals by providing food, supplies, veterinary treatment, and other resources needed to continue saving animals in need. No amount is too big or too small and we truly appreciate every dollar we get. We can provide you with a receipt: Please email us for one at waggybuttshappymutts@gmail.com.
Venmo, PayPal, CashApp: waggybuttshappymutts
Apple Pay & Zelle: 609-675-0961
Yes! I want to help rescue dogs!
Your donation helps provide veterinary care, food, safe shelter, and adoption services for animals who deserve a second chance.
Waggy Butts & Happy Mutts is fully funded by caring people like you—we do not receive any government funding or support from national organizations. Every gift, big or small, goes directly toward saving lives and helping pets find loving forever homes. Thank you for being part of their journey.
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Echo Beat the Odds..                 Now She Needs Us.
While riding my motorbike on the island of Phu Quoc, Vietnam, I found a dog I named Echo—emaciated, injured, and barely surviving. Her leg was so severely damaged it required immediate amputation, and she tested positive for tick-borne diseases that could have been fatal without treatment.
With limited resources on the island, I found a vet and stayed with Echo in my hotel room, caring for her until I had to return to the U.S. Echo is alive today because of that care—but she still needs help. I’m working to bring her home, but the remaining cost is around $4,335–$4,835. In areas where the dog meat trade still exists, her rescue was urgent. General rescue funds are not being used for this - only donations that are specified to it.
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Volunteer
As we grow as a rescue, we are looking for more animal lovers to join our already awesome team of amazing people! A lot of what we need help with can be done remotely. Join us in our mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals in need. Together, we can make a world of difference!
Feel free to join our volunteer Facebook group where we post volunteer opportunities!
