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Mutts and Runts Rescue

Dog rescue in Bakersfield, CA

Mutts and Runts Rescue was founded in 2017 after seeing the numerous strays, neglected and often abused animals in Bakersfield. Being a transplant, Brandi Reed was taken by surprise of the overpopulation of dogs and knew she needed to do something. In her first year, 100 dogs were placed into loving homes.

Our rescue dogs typically consist of strays and severe medical cases. With limited fosters and volunteers, our long term goals are to improve our community outreach and financially assist other rescues when they take in cases we aren't able to physically assist.

Mutts and Runts has extended to serve Reno, Nevada. Reno, having a large dog friendly community, has the opposite problem of Bakersfield- they don’t have enough dogs for people willing to adopt. Together, we’re able to help more dogs get their happy ending with loving families, additional support of fosters, volunteers, fundraising, and access to a wonderful rehab facility.

Contact Brandi Reed
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Bakersfield, CA 93311
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Adoptable pets at Mutts and Runts Rescue

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

Australian Cattle Dog

Female, 3 yrs
Bakersfield, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Sookie's adoption status with email updates.
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Sookie

Boxer

Female, 8 yrs 9 mos
Bakersfield, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Misty's adoption status with email updates.
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Misty

Border Collie

Female, Adult
Bakersfield, CA

Rescue FAQs

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

Additional adoption info

Application
Home Check
Meet and Greet
Adoption Fee Range from 150.00 to 325.00 depending on age

Pets at shelters & rescues near Mutts and Runts Rescue

Kern County Animal Shelter - Lake Isabella

14891 Highway 178,
Lake Isabella, CA 93240

Doberman Pinscher SOS

PO Box 2195,
Tehachapi, CA 93581

The Home That Honey Built

Bakersfield, CA 93308

We'll also keep you updated on A157855's adoption status with email updates.
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A157855

Chihuahua

Female, 1 yr
Bakersfield, CA
We'll also keep you updated on 161201's adoption status with email updates.
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161201

Chihuahua

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
Bakersfield, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Athena's adoption status with email updates.
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Athena

Great Dane

Female, 2 yrs 10 mos
Tehachapi, CA
We'll also keep you updated on *TETRA's adoption status with email updates.
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*TETRA

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs
Bakersfield, CA
We'll also keep you updated on A158106's adoption status with email updates.
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A158106

American Pit Bull Terrier

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

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 1 yr 9 mos
Tehachapi, CA

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