Wet Nose Rescue is dedicated to helping abandoned dogs and puppies that are at risk of euthanasia or living in poor, neglected conditions. Our mission is to give these animals a chance at a better life.

In collaboration with the Pennsylvania Division of The Humane Society of The United States, we advocate for stronger animal protection laws in Pennsylvania. Each year, we participate in Humane Lobby Day in Harrisburg, where we meet with legislators to discuss necessary animal welfare legislation.

Through our efforts and those of other rescues, we helped pass Libre's Law (Act 10) in 2017, which was signed by Governor Tom Wolf. Named after a dog rescued from near death, the law increases penalties for animal cruelty by reclassifying many misdemeanors as felonies. We continue to lobby for stronger protections for all animals.

In 2018, we helped pass a law introduced by Bucks County Representative Frank Farry to protect animals left unattended in hot cars. This legislation grants police the authority to break into vehicles to rescue these animals.

Currently, we are working on legislation to end the sale of dogs and cats from puppy mills in Pennsylvania and to shut down these mills altogether.

Wet Nose Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, incorporated as a charity in Pennsylvania, committed to advocating for and protecting animals in need.

Libre & Governor Tom Wolff at the State Capitol the day Libre's Law passed

About Us

Wet Nose Rescue, founded in 2008, is a non-profit organization dedicated to finding homes for homeless dogs and puppies. Operating entirely on volunteer support and licensed by the State of Pennsylvania, we rely on public donations to continue our mission.

We primarily work with overcrowded shelters in the southern U.S., transporting dogs to our area every two weeks. Our rescue is foster-based, meaning dogs live in family homes, where they receive care and socialization until they are adopted. Though we have an adoption center, we do not kennel the dogs there.

To raise awareness and support, we host community events such as the Pet Fair at Warminster Community Park, the John DeBella Dog Walk, the Langhorne Rotary Club Pet Fair, and the Bensalem Fall Festival. In December, we celebrate “Walking In A Furry Wonderland” at our adoption center. We also host unique events like “Yoga With Puppies” and “Yappy Hours” at local microbreweries. Join our email list or check our website for event updates.

Your donations make a difference. For example, $1 provides a day's worth of food, $2 buys a collar, and $5 covers a Bordetella shot to prevent kennel cough. A $15 donation buys a set of vaccinations for a puppy, while $25 funds a Lyme Disease and Heartworm test. Larger contributions, like $60 for a Kuranda Bed or $100 for health certification and transportation, directly impact the lives we save. A $135 donation covers spaying or neutering, and $500 to $800 helps treat Heartworm in positive dogs.

Every dollar counts, and your support helps us save lives.

Volunteers/Fosters

We are always in need of foster homes to help our dogs and puppies as they await their forever homes. If you're interested in fostering, please complete the foster application under the "Forms" tab, and our Foster Coordinator will reach out to you. We provide all necessary supplies, including food, crates, toys, and anything else your foster dog may need. Foster families are essential to our rescue mission.

We also rely on volunteers, whose support is crucial to our success. Even a small amount of your time can make a big difference. Volunteers assist with transport days when dogs arrive from shelters, help at outdoor and indoor rescue shows, and support pet store events. If you'd like to volunteer, please complete the application under the "Forms" tab, and our Volunteer Coordinator will be in touch. Your help is greatly appreciated!

Goods

We are also in need of blankets, towels, trash bags, paper towels, bowls , leashes and collars and harnesses. If you can donate gas cards or pet store cards, that would be greatly appreciated.

Wish List

• Volunteers
• Blankets
• Towels
• Trash bags
• Paper towels
• Bowls
• Gas cards
• Pet Store cards