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We are local 501(c)3 non-profit dog rescue located out of Bakersfield, California. Help us make a difference by, adopting, fostering, donating.

Here at Hand Me Down Dog Rescue, we are driven by a single goal; to do our part in making the world a better place for pets and their people. Our focus is on working breeds (border collies, cattle dogs, australian shepherds, etc) but we do not discriminate. We focus on pulling from shelters, take dogs off the streets, abandoned in orchards, and dogs in serious condition. We try not to take owner surrenders, but find ways to keep pets and owners together. We want to help other rescues with their goals as well, since we are all in this together and working as a community is the most beneficial choice we can make for the animals.

07/17/2026

Meet Frankie!

Frankie was pulled from our local shelter after her owner surrendered her. She is a 2 year old Border Collie and is the life of the party.

Frankie is fun, silly, eager to learn but she is your typical working dog that needs a job and/or active lifestyle. She has a-lot of herding instincts and can be your typical OCD Border Collie about some things. Like trying to catch the cars driving by while she’s in the car. 😂 it’s a little quirky but who doesn’t love a quirky girl?

She has the a heart of gold and has been a joy to foster and have around here, but she clear of her kennel cough and now it’s time for this fun girl to find a home of her own.

Frankie is crate trained, knows a few commands, obedient, and wants to please. She is dog friendly, active, loves swimming and comes in a smaller package of 40lbs. I am not sure about cats, but can do a test if someone was seriously interested.

She’s a really cool dog and going to make someone an awesome adventure buddy. ❤️

Spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and ready to go home today. ❤️❤️❤️
Located in Tehachapi, CA.

Adoption app in bio! Please share!

06/02/2026

Meet Outlaw ❤️

Don’t let his name fool you, he’s actually the sweetest boy ever! He was pulled from the county shelter after he had no interest and was wasting away in the shelter.

He is a very flashy pretty Border Collie with unique markings. He is around 1.5-2 years old. He has not met a stranger, very sweet with people. Around 45lbs but his fluffy coat makes him look a bit bigger than that.

Outlaw isn’t your typical high drive Border Collie. He is not constantly needing a job or to be exercised. He is happy following you around and laying at your feet. However, he is still a Border Collie so walks, runs, hikes, rounds of fetch would still be ideal for him.

He is dog friendly, he has been around all types but we’ve noticed another very dominant male that picks on him would not be an ideal match for him.

He is crate trained and very good in it. Non destructive, quiet and clean. Outlaw loves fetch, is food motivated and is very smart. Which will make him a breeze to train. He does lack leash skills and can be a puller, so he needs work in that department. He’s does know a few commands like sit and shake.

He’s a really cool dog and will make someone a very awesome buddy! Especially someone who wants a chiller type border collie.

Outlaw isn’t neutered, UTS on vaccines, microchipped and ready to find his forever home! If you’re interested in meeting him please fill out an adoption application.

https://form.jotform.com/202165690263150
(app in bio on IG)

05/07/2026

Hi supporters!
I am currently helping FOUR yes four dogs from another rescue try to find their forever home. They will be with me for a month and I really want to network them and get them seen and adopted during that time. Good news is one has been adopted! And now there is 3 remaining and they are all really good dogs!

We will start with Cletus. ❤️
He is the best boy. Probably a Malinois x GSD mix. 1-2 years old and a lover! Not a mean bone in his body. He gets along well with dogs and loves to play. He’s not your typical Mal or GSD. I don’t think he knows what he is suppose to be. He’s not high strung, no high drive, extremely outgoing and social and no anxiety has been noted.

He is still a young high (ish) energy dog, so would appreciate a good outlet but is not a dog that will require 20 miles a day to stay stable.

He’s really cool and I love his demeanor.
Ask Cari. He tried to maul her with kisses. 😂

Obviously still not a couch potato but if someone wanted a Mal or GSD but without all the baggage….. this is your guy.

A huge plus? He’s gorgeous. He has it all. The personality and good looks.

He is completely vetted, crate trained (can be whiny if he gets FOMO), knows a few basic commands and ready for his forever family.

The rescue has had him since he was 8 weeks old. Yeah, that’s crazy to me too. Even crazier that he is not a complete nut job for growing up that way.

I really want do find him his forever home. He’s only temporarily with me and I only have so much time. 🙏

Please share or DM with any questions!
Located in SoCal -ish

04/28/2026

Available for adoption!

Tails. ❤️

10 week old, Red Heeler puppy, male.
He is snuggly, affectionate, ornery, loyal and everything you love in a heeler.

He gets along with other dogs very well, great in a crate, sleeps through the night, rarely has potty accidents and is really such a a lovely puppy.

He’s going to make someone an awesome friend.
He’s very adored around here but it’s time for him to start his very own life adventures!

If interested please send in your app!
https://form.jotform.com/202165690263150

04/16/2026

This day came sooner than I thought it would 😭❤️

Phoenix went into a foster to adopt with some amazing people!

Doberman experienced ✔️
Lives in SoCal ✔️
Works at a vet ✔️
Super kind and caring ✔️✔️✔️✔️❤️

This is the best case scenario adopters for her and not sure how we got so lucky but I am very thankful. They already have plans to get her heart checked and get her on the best foods and meds/supplements.

I am so happy for Pheeny and hope this is final and most happiest chapter of her life. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

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Bakersfield, CA

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https://linktr.ee/hmddrescues

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