Our Mission

AmsterDog Rescue is a 501c3 non-profit organization comprised entirely of volunteers that is dedicated to the plight of abandoned animals and those at-risk in public shelters. All donations received provide necessities for placement, such as: veterinary care, rehabilitative training, supplies, transportation, grooming, and other related expenses.

Over 5,300 lives saved and counting…

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Why Adopt an Amsterdog?

AmsterDog is a foster-based rescue and does not have its own facility. We rely on people like you to open their hearts & homes to pets in need. Our fosters are spread throughout the northeast, and we partner with veterinary services and professional trainers all over.

AmsterDog has animals available for adoption that were previously rescued from urgent situations and have since resided in a foster home or boarding. This means that their behaviors and personalities are well known. Their caretakers can tell you their likes, dislikes, favorite treats, special scratch spots, and more!

AmsterDog is here to help! Whether you’re only beginning your browsing for a new best friend or just not quite sure which one is for you, talk to us. Text us, call us, write us an e-mail, or message us on social media: we will match you with the best fit for you. AmsterDog is more than happy to adopt our dogs out, but we do offer a foster-to-adopt option to make sure that both you and your new pet are truly a great fit, with many memories of love and companionship awaiting you both!

AmsterDog helps animals in many locations throughout the northeast - don’t be deterred if a dog isn’t being fostered locally. We provide transportation to approved adopters within a reasonable distance.

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All Available Dogs for Adoption

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Recent Events:

June / July 2025 Rescues

Welcome to the AmsterDog family: Lotus, Colton, Delilah, Suzie, Chucky, Zephyr, Sky, Lela, Lily, Bandana, Winter, Wheaton, Phathom, Sushi, Robbie, Zeus, Prince, Luna, Odie, Honey, Kopiko, Courage, Jumbo Shrimp, Shadow Puppet, and Underdog!

All but a few of the above dogs were at risk for euthanasia in the city shelter but were able to be rescued because of amazing fosters and adopters!

AmsterDog News

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2024 Rescues

Dobby & Kira Jan/Feb 2024

GIVING TUESDAY with AmsterDog

UPDATE ON DEACON!

Big thank you kisses from Deacon to everyone who helped support his recovery from Parvo! “Everything’s going amazingly with Deacon. His health has really improved dramatically since we first got him and he remains really sweet and a fast learner.”

Deacon just was neutered! And…his foster family has decided they want to adopt him! Happy Trails, sweet Deacon!

UPDATE!!! Lex Says Thanks!

Update 7/8/22 *LEX UPDATE* We cannot begin to tell you how happy and thankful we are that Lex has finally turned the corner and is flourishing! It was a long hard climb for this poor boy, but he continues to show us his tenacity, and is making bounds and leaps every day!

Lex’s strong jawline and chiseled features make him quite a hit with the ladies. On the way to see the breathtaking view of the Long Island Sound, we have to stay clear of the adoring fans for a bit until he’s well enough to sign autographs.

In other news, Lex has discovered kosher chicken. He prefers… the entire chicken. (sans bones of course) with a little bit of sweet potato and broccoli thrown in. His beautiful taupe coat is getting shinier by the day, and a little more strength, after each of his meals, is getting into his big skinny body.

Lex had his first training session with Fred Golik of Sound Hound, complete with tail thumping, lots of wags and a couple of laps around his shady back yard. Breathing is getting better, and he can’t wait to play!!

Lex wants to say a thankful WOOF for ALL your generous support because without you being with us, this absolutely could not have been possible!