Hounds in Pounds is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit rescue rooted in compassion and driven by purpose. Based in New Jersey, we are dedicated to giving dogs on death row and from underserved communities across Georgia and the South a second chance at life. As one of the region’s leading rescue organizations, we provide critical veterinary care, thoughtful behavioral support, and inclusive, informed adoption practices that unite families with their perfect companions. At our core, we believe rescue is about more than saving dogs—it’s about building stronger, kinder communities. Our heart lies within the community.
Hounds in Pounds is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit rescue rooted in compassion and driven by purpose. Based in New Jersey, we are dedicated to giving dogs on death row and from underserved communities across Georgia and the South a second chance at life. As one of the region’s leading rescue organizations, we provide critical veterinary care, thoughtful behavioral support, and inclusive, informed adoption practices that unite families with their perfect companions. At our core, we believe rescue is about more than saving dogs—it’s about building stronger, kinder communities. Our heart lies within the community.
The statistics speak for themselves.
5.3 Million Dogs Enter Shelters Every Year
3.7 Million Dogs Were Euthanized Last Year
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10% of Dogs Arrive Altered at the Shelter
