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Wet Noses Rescue

Animal rescue in San Diego, CA

Two women, one American, and one Mexican met in Sayulita through their mutual concern for the many sick, abandoned, neglected, and abused dogs and cats in the area.

They began working together informally to rescue, rehabilitate, and find homes for these animals. Their efforts eventually led to the formation of Wet Noses Rescue, which has grown from a small backyard operation to an expanding nonprofit housed on a property with dedicated facilities in Punta de Mita. Providing the animals with health care, rehabilitation, socialization, and careful evaluation which is needed for a successful adoption to new homes in the United States and Canada.

Wet Noses Rescue also provides Spay/Neuter clinics in the local community to reduce overpopulation and vaccinations to reduce the prevalence of serious diseases such as Parvo and Distemper.

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San Diego, CA 92067
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Adoptable pets at Wet Noses Rescue

We'll also keep you updated on Gabrielle's adoption status with email updates.
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Gabrielle

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 mos
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Aria's adoption status with email updates.
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Aria

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 4 mos
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Elsie's adoption status with email updates.
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Elsie

Schnauzer (Standard)/Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Female, 4 mos
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Sasha's adoption status with email updates.
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Sasha

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 11 mos
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Nieve's adoption status with email updates.
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Nieve

Turkish Angora

Female, 2 yrs 7 mos
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Bruno's adoption status with email updates.
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Bruno

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 6 mos
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Darling's adoption status with email updates.
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Darling

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Kaspurr's adoption status with email updates.
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Kaspurr

American Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 2 mos
San Diego, CA

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  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Approve Application
  • 5. Take the Pet Home
  • 6. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 7. Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

We have been refining the process for a few years now. It is important to us that the pet matches the new owner as much as possible.

Adoption application

https://www.wetnosesrescue.org/

Pets at shelters & rescues near Wet Noses Rescue

Love Your Feral Felines

1929 W Vista Way, Space C,
Vista, CA 92083

Ash Tree Ranch Rescue

Valley Center, CA 92082

We'll also keep you updated on Mimi's adoption status with email updates.
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Mimi

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Adult
Temecula, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Gretel's adoption status with email updates.
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Gretel

Labrador Retriever/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 6 mos
Carlsbad, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Homer's adoption status with email updates.
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Homer

Doberman Pinscher

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Peeka's adoption status with email updates.
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Peeka

Belgian Malinois/German Shepherd Dog

Female, 2 yrs 4 mos
Encinitas, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Gunnar's adoption status with email updates.
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Gunnar

Labrador Retriever

Male, Puppy
Dana Point, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Claudia's adoption status with email updates.
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Claudia

Schnauzer (Standard)

Female, Puppy
San Diego, CA

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