ABAustin Bulldog Rescue
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About Austin Bulldog Rescue
Austin Bulldog Rescue is for the bulldog that needs more than a quick fix. Based in Austin, it takes in unwanted English Bulldogs, gives them medical and behavioral care, and places them in volunteer foster homes while they wait for a permanent match. If you care about careful adoptions, practical support for owners, and dogs getting the kind of attention their breed needs, this is an organization built for that work.
What sets Austin Bulldog Rescue apart is its foster-home approach. Instead of a shelter, the dogs live in private homes across Austin, San Antonio, Houston, and nearby areas, where they can be cared for, observed, and matched more thoughtfully. The rescue also puts real weight on education, helping owners and the public understand responsible bulldog care.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
English Bulldog rescue and intake
Takes in adoptable English Bulldogs from animal shelters, other rescue groups, and owners who can no longer properly care for them.
Foster home placement
Places rescued bulldogs in private foster homes in Austin, San Antonio, Houston, and surrounding areas until permanent homes are found.
Medical and behavioral rehabilitation
Provides medical care, behavioral support, training, spay and neuter surgery, microchipping, shots, and other care before adoption.
Adoption matching and re-homing
Screens adoptive homes and matches each bulldog to a permanent home based on background, temperament, energy, comfort with kids and other animals, and medical needs.
Owner surrender assistance
Reviews owner surrender requests, prioritizes urgent cases, and takes in some bulldogs based on foster availability and fit.
Bulldog education
Educates new owners and the public about responsible dog ownership, responsible breeding, spay and neuter, and English Bulldog care.
About this work
Mission
Austin Bulldog Rescue rescues, rehabilitates, and re-homes unwanted English Bulldogs, and educates owners and the public about responsible bulldog care and the English Bulldog breed.
Who they serve
Unwanted English Bulldogs, their owners who can no longer care for them, foster families, adopters, and the public seeking responsible bulldog care information.
How your donation helps
- Deworming and fecal tests
- Leashes and collars
- Vaccinations and flea and tick prevention
- Heartworm tests and treatment
- Microchips
- Routine vet visits
- Bloodwork and x-rays
- Spay and neuter surgery
- Dental cleaning
- Cardiology workups and exams
- Major surgeries such as ACL repair and eye removal
- Food, toys, equipment, and other dog supplies
Need help?
How someone in need can access Austin Bulldog Rescue’s services.
People seeking to surrender an English Bulldog complete the owner surrender form and email full-body photos to surrender@austinbulldogrescue.com. The team reviews the request based on foster availability, urgency, and fit, then contacts the owner. People interested in adoption submit an adoption application and take part in a virtual home visit before dogs are matched to their homes.
In the news
Recent independent coverage of this organization.
- Austin Bulldog Rescue: How to get involved - FOX 7 AustinFOX 7 Austin · 5/15/2026
- Watch Austin Bulldog Rescue: How to get involved - FOX LOCAL Austin - FOX OneFOX One · 5/15/2026
Grant support
$6,200 from 2 funders · through 2024 (IRS 990 records).
- Cornelia Cogswell Rossi Foundation Inc — $500 (2024)General & Unrestricted
- AUSTIN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC — $5,700 (2023)UNRESTRICTED
Events
San Antonio Missions “Bark n the Park”
July 1, 2026A baseball fundraiser where a portion of ticket purchases supports care, protection, and loving homes for bulldogs in need.
Whisper Valley Market – Father’s Day Market
July 21, 2026A market event where visitors can meet adoptable dogs, shop local makers, and take part in a raffle and family activities.
House Wine and ABR Present: Wine & Wrinkles
June 27, 2026A fundraising event where House Wine donates a portion of sales to Austin Bulldog Rescue and guests can meet adoptable bulldogs.
ABR x Petsmart – Adopt Joy Celebration
July 28, 2026An adoption and education event with PetSmart that highlights adoptable dogs, bulldog care, fostering, and volunteer opportunities.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles Austin Bulldog Rescue has shared.
Current needs
- Long-term foster homes
- Short-term foster homes
- Emergency foster homes outside the Austin area
- Transport help
- Event setup help
- Food, dog medications, equipment, and supplies
- Wishlist items such as staples and toys
- Dogsitting for foster families
Volunteer opportunities
- Foster an English Bulldog
- Provide emergency foster care
- Dogsit for foster families
- Transport dogs to vet visits
- Help with event setup
- Attend adoption events with a foster dog
- Support in-home medical care when needed
Partners & funders
In the news
Articles featuring Austin Bulldog Rescue from the Love What You Fund newsroom.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
Where do the bulldogs stay while they wait for adoption?
They stay in private foster homes in the Austin, San Antonio, and Houston areas. Austin Bulldog Rescue does not have a shelter for visitors.
How does the adoption process work?
Prospective adopters start with an application and a virtual home visit. From there, dogs are matched based on background, temperament, energy, and medical needs.
How can I surrender my bulldog to the rescue?
Fill out the owner surrender form and email full-body photos to surrender@austinbulldogrescue.com. The team reviews each request and follows up if there is foster space and a good fit.
What do foster homes help with?
Foster homes provide a place to live, transportation for vet visits, basic feeding supplies, updates and photos, and sometimes in-home medical care and attendance at adoption events.
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