We understand that life circumstances can change, and sometimes families find themselves unable to provide the care their Bulldog needs. Our greatest concern is that an owner may feel they have no options and consider giving away or selling their Bulldog to a stranger. You don’t have to face that situation alone.
Lone Star Bulldog Club Rescue is here to help Bulldogs find safe, loving homes where they can thrive.
Please note: Our rescue primarily accepts owner surrenders and intake cases from the Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) Metroplex and surrounding North Texas communities. Because we rely on a network of volunteer foster homes, our ability to accept dogs outside of this area is limited and evaluated on a case-by-case basis. While our intake efforts focus on the DFW area, we proudly consider adoption applications from approved families throughout the country, with the goal of placing each Bulldog in the best possible home.
Many people contact us believing surrender is their only option when, in reality, there may be solutions that allow them to keep their beloved pet.
Behavior concerns, training challenges, financial hardships and medical issues can often be addressed with the right support. We can connect owners with Bulldog-experienced trainers and may be able to point you toward resources that can help.
If your goal is to keep your Bulldog, we will do our best to help you explore every available option.
If you are considering surrendering an elderly Bulldog, we encourage you to carefully consider all alternatives. Senior dogs have devoted their lives to their families and often face the greatest challenges when adjusting to new environments. If possible, we would love to work with you to help your Bulldog remain in the place they know and love.
If veterinary expenses, illness, or injury are making it difficult to care for your Bulldog, assistance programs may be available. We encourage you to explore financial aid resources before making the decision to surrender.
The well-being of every Bulldog is our highest priority.
All Bulldogs accepted into our program are placed in carefully selected foster homes where they receive the love, stability and attention they deserve. Our foster families evaluate each dog’s personality, behavior and specific needs to help ensure a successful future placement.
Our Bulldogs receive comprehensive veterinary care from veterinarians experienced with the breed. Before adoption, dogs are:
Once a Bulldog is healthy and ready for adoption, we carefully match them with an approved family.
We are committed to finding the best possible homes for our Bulldogs. Every adopter must complete our thorough screening process, which includes:
We know surrendering a dog is one of the most difficult decisions a family can make. Sometimes, however, it is the most responsible choice.
If you choose to surrender your Bulldog, you will be required to sign a surrender contract that transfers legal ownership to Lone Star Bulldog Club Rescue. This allows us to provide veterinary care, make necessary decisions on the dog’s behalf and ultimately place them in a carefully screened home.
Donations at the time of surrender are always appreciated. Veterinary care for Bulldogs often costs hundreds—and sometimes thousands—of dollars per dog.
To help make the transition easier, we encourage you to send your Bulldog with:
These familiar items can provide comfort and help your Bulldog adjust more smoothly to foster care.
Because we are a volunteer-run organization with limited foster space, we appreciate as much advance notice as possible.
Email info@dfwbulldogrescue.org with:
After reviewing your information, we will ask you to complete our Surrender Request Form.
Please be completely honest about your Bulldog’s medical history, behavior and any challenges they may have. The more information we receive, the better we can care for your dog and find the right future home.
If we have available space and resources, one of our volunteers will coordinate a date, time and location for surrender.
If you have questions about surrendering your Bulldog, please contact us via info@dfwbulldogrescue.org. Our team is here to provide guidance, answer your questions, and help you make the best decision for your dog.
Foster families are the foundation of our rescue. Are you interested in preparing a dog for a forever home? For more information, email us.
Several things are important before you can take your dog home with you. We want to provide our fosters and adopters with as much basic information as possible.
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