Cocker Spaniel Rescue Of Austin
About Cocker Spaniel Rescue Of Austin
Cocker Spaniel Rescue of Austin/San Antonio works with the dogs that need a little more than a quick handoff. It rescues, rehabilitates, and re-homes Cocker Spaniels through foster homes, medical care, and careful adoption matching, so each dog has a real shot at the right next home. For donors, the appeal is simple: your support helps move dogs from surrender or uncertainty into homes that fit them. It also opens the door for older dogs, including through the Enduring Love Program and Seniors for Seniors adoptions.
This rescue focuses specifically on Cocker Spaniels, so its work stays narrow in the best way possible. Because it relies on foster homes instead of a kennel or shelter, dogs get one-on-one attention while they are being evaluated, cared for, and matched. It also makes room for senior dogs through programs built around older pets and the people who want to adopt them.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
Rescue, rehabilitation, and re-homing
Rescues and places Cocker Spaniels from the Austin and San Antonio area, including puppies to seniors, with medical care and rehabilitation in foster homes when needed.
Foster Home Program
Places dogs in foster homes because the rescue does not have a kennel or shelter facility, giving each dog one-on-one attention and care.
Enduring Love Program
Rescues and places older Cocker Spaniels, with foster homes reserved for senior dogs and support for healthy senior placements.
Seniors for Seniors Adoptions
Helps people aged 65 or better adopt a senior Cocker Spaniel, typically over age 7, with a reduced adoption fee for those on fixed incomes.
Adoption process and sleepover placements
Uses an application, phone or email interview, reference and vet checks, home visits, and sleepovers to match dogs with approved homes.
Surrender intake for Cocker Spaniels
Accepts surrendered Cocker Spaniels by email intake and then provides health checks, immunizations, foster placement, and matching for a new home.
About this work
In their own words — what they do, who it reaches, and what your dollars actually fund.
Mission
Cocker Spaniel Rescue of Austin/San Antonio rescues, rehabilitates, and re-homes Cocker Spaniels.
Who they serve
Cocker Spaniels needing rescue, rehabilitation, foster care, and adoption in Central Texas, especially the Austin and San Antonio area, plus people in Texas seeking to adopt them.
Their impact
- In 2011, the Enduring Love Program found permanent, loving homes for 15 dogs over the age of seven, including three dogs over ten years old.
- CSRA places hundreds of dogs and puppies each year.
How your donation helps
- Medical treatment and rehabilitation for rescued dogs
- Health checks, immunizations, spay and neuter care
- Foster-home veterinary expenses and training
- Transportation for rescued dogs
- Grooming and food
- Surgery for dogs with serious health problems
Our story
Cocker Spaniel Rescue of Austin/San Antonio was established in 2016 as an all-volunteer nonprofit focused on rescuing, rehabilitating, and re-homing Cocker Spaniels in Central Texas.
Need help?
How someone in need can access Cocker Spaniel Rescue Of Austin’s services.
People who can no longer keep a Cocker Spaniel can email woof@austincockerrescue.org with a detailed description, photos, and the reason for surrender. Texas families seeking adoption submit an application, then complete an interview, reference and vet checks, a home visit, and, if approved, a sleepover with the dog.
Stories
The people behind the work.
In their words
Saving the world, one cute dog at a time!
Their time isn’t up yet… There is still plenty of love for them to share!
we don’t have a kennel or a shelter facility
Events
CSRA/SA Annual Reunion
annualAnnual reunion event for the rescue community.
Meet the Cockers!
nearly every weekendAdoption and viewing events held at different locations in Austin and San Antonio.
2026 Big Match
annualMatching fund challenge supporting the rescue's mission and donation campaign.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles Cocker Spaniel Rescue Of Austin has shared.
Current needs
- Foster homes for rescue Cocker Spaniels
- Adoptive homes for senior Cocker Spaniels
- Support for veterinary care, grooming, food, and transportation
Volunteer opportunities
- Foster a rescue Cocker Spaniel
Recognition & press
Press & mentions
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
How does the adoption process work?
You start with an application, then go through a phone or email interview, reference and vet checks, and a home visit. Once approved, the rescue can set up a sleepover so you and the dog can see whether it feels like a good fit.
What happens after a Cocker Spaniel is surrendered?
The dog gets a health check, needed immunizations, and spay or neuter care if needed. After that, the rescue usually places the dog in a foster home for evaluation and for matching with the right adoptive home.
Does the rescue use a kennel or shelter facility?
No. The dogs stay in foster homes, where they get one-on-one attention and care.
Who can use the Seniors for Seniors adoption program?
It is for people aged 65 or better, and it includes a reduced adoption fee of $25 for those on fixed incomes.
What kinds of dogs does the Enduring Love Program focus on?
It focuses on older Cocker Spaniels, typically those over age 7, and gives senior dogs foster homes and placement support.
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