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A Friend of Jack Rescue A Friend of Jack is a foster-based 501(c)(3) non-profit rescue

Meet Dolly and Patch, a mother-son duo learning what it means to finally be home. 🤎Dolly and her son Patch were found as...
10/16/2026

Meet Dolly and Patch, a mother-son duo learning what it means to finally be home. 🤎

Dolly and her son Patch were found as strays and brought to the shelter together. Now, they’re settling into foster life in Denver, trading the uncertainty of life on the streets for cozy blankets, full bellies, and the chance to finally exhale.

Dolly is a beautiful, soft-hearted girl with the prettiest pale green eyes and pink nose. From the moment you meet her, you can see just how gentle, peaceful, patient, and intelligent she is. She’s house-trained, asks to go outside, and has quickly mastered the art of being a professional snuggler. Her favorite place to be is right beside you, or better yet, half on top of you. She welcomes affection from everyone, including kids, and even finds time for a little tug-of-war with her very active son. Dolly is a wonderful walking companion, too, happily exploring the neighborhood before heading home to her blanket and some well-deserved cuddles.

And Patch? This handsome boy is still growing into his big ears and big personality, with a sleek black coat, a little white marking on his muzzle, and tiny white-tipped toes. While he brings the playful puppy energy, Dolly brings the calm.

After everything these two have been through, they’re finally getting to experience the simple things every dog deserves: a soft place to land, a safe home, and people who care about them.

Dolly and Patch are ready for their next chapter. They can be adopted together or separately, but either way, we hope their forever families give them all the love, comfort, and security they deserve.

Goose & Maverick. Best wingmen, even better brothers. ✈️🐾These 4-month-old cattle dog mixes are ready to find their fore...
10/14/2026

Goose & Maverick. Best wingmen, even better brothers. ✈️🐾

These 4-month-old cattle dog mixes are ready to find their forever homes, and trust us, you’re going to want these two on your team.

Goose has a handsome brindle coat and oversized ears that steal the show. Maverick is the one with the white stripe down his face and the sweetest floppy ears.

They may be a little young to fly an F-14, but they’re already experts at sticking together, making friends, and stealing hearts. Whether you’re looking for a copilot for your next adventure, a sidekick for your daily walks, or a best friend to curl up with after a long day, one of these boys could be your perfect match.

And while they make a pretty great team, they’re ready to fly solo and find families of their very own.

Ready to find your wingman? Goose and Maverick are both available for adoption! Apply to meet your new best friend through the link in our bio.

We’re still trying to figure out if Franklin is a puppy, a scruffy old man, or an Ewok. 🧐At just 3 months old, this litt...
10/13/2026

We’re still trying to figure out if Franklin is a puppy, a scruffy old man, or an Ewok. 🧐

At just 3 months old, this little terrier mix has the face of a retired gentleman and the heart of a very good boy. Franklin is a smart cookie who loves to play fetch, wrestle around with the big dogs, and snuggle up when it’s time to clock out for the day.

He may look like he has a mortgage and a strong opinion about the neighborhood, but he’s still just a baby figuring out the world. And while we can’t explain his questionable hairdo or his 75-year-old-man expression, we can confirm he’s 100% good boy.

Franklin is looking for a family who appreciates a little scruff, a lot of personality, and a puppy who will keep them laughing for years to come. Apply to adopt Franklin and give this distinguished little gentleman his happily ever after. 🤎

Meet Kato.What started as a medical emergency quickly turned into a life-saving surgery after Kato suffered an intestina...
10/11/2026

Meet Kato.

What started as a medical emergency quickly turned into a life-saving surgery after Kato suffered an intestinal obstruction. There was no time to wait, and saying no to saving his life was never an option.

The cost? $4,000.

For a small, nonprofit rescue like ours, unexpected medical bills like this add up FAST. But when a dog’s life is on the line, we will always do everything in our power to give them a fighting chance.

Kato got his second chance. Now we’re asking for your help to cover the cost of saving his life.

If 100 people donated just $40, we could cover his entire surgery. Even $5 makes a difference.

We’ve never believed a dog’s life should come down to a dollar amount, but the reality is that we can’t keep saying YES without your support.

Please donate, share, or tag a fellow dog lover. Every dollar helps us continue showing up for dogs like Kato.

Because every dog deserves someone willing to fight for them. Donation links are in our bio. Venmo is A Friend of Jack

Meet Sheriff, your next hiking buddy. 🏔️🤍This 2-year-old Husky is proof that you can love a mountain adventure and still...
10/10/2026

Meet Sheriff, your next hiking buddy. 🏔️🤍

This 2-year-old Husky is proof that you can love a mountain adventure and still be deeply committed to doing absolutely nothing afterward. He’s good with other dogs, a dream on leash, and always down to tag along for a hike, a short run, or a road trip. (Also he’s always down to model for you.)

At home, Sheriff is a certified little shadow who wants to be wherever you are, preferably with a couch and cuddles involved. He’s sweet, adaptable, well-behaved, and really ready to dive into the Colorado life.

Ready to bring this boy home? Apply to adopt him on our website, linked in bio. 🐾

Polar Bear traveled all the way from Los Angeles to find out what Colorado is all about. So far, she’s a fan.She’s a 7-y...
10/08/2026

Polar Bear traveled all the way from Los Angeles to find out what Colorado is all about. So far, she’s a fan.

She’s a 7-year-old white German Shepherd with the cutest little prance and beautiful leash manners. She loves pets, kisses, and being wherever her people are. When she’s really happy, her whole body gets the wiggles.

Housetrained, good with other dogs, and so into her crate that she puts herself to bed at night.

She’s still settling into what safety is, so she’s looking for someone patient to show her around.

Apply to adopt Polar Bear on our website, linked in bio. ❄️🐾

Adopt because you’re ready for the journey, not just the moment. ❤️We receive surrender and return requests every. singl...
10/08/2026

Adopt because you’re ready for the journey, not just the moment. ❤️

We receive surrender and return requests every. single. day.

And while we know life can change and that sometimes people find themselves in circumstances they never expected, it’s heartbreaking to see how often dogs are the ones left to navigate those changes.

A dog doesn’t understand why they’re suddenly being dropped off somewhere new. They don’t understand why their family can’t keep them anymore, why their home changed, or why the people they trusted are no longer there. They just know that the life they knew is suddenly gone.

That’s why we want to remind everyone that adopting a dog is a lifelong commitment. Not just for the fun seasons or when life is convenient, but for all the unexpected seasons in between.

And that doesn’t mean every challenge has to be faced alone. There is help, support, training, and resources available. Sometimes, with a little patience and time, the dog who isn’t quite what you expected becomes the dog you can’t imagine your life without.

Dogs become part of our families. They deserve the time, patience, and effort it takes to work through the unexpected parts of sharing a life together.

Before bringing a dog home, please think about the life you have now and the life you may have years from now.

Because your dog will be counting on you through all of it. 🐾

Meet Marcus! 🐾 This 8-month-old Husky mix was given a second chance and made his freedom ride to Denver, and she is maki...
10/07/2026

Meet Marcus! 🐾 This 8-month-old Husky mix was given a second chance and made his freedom ride to Denver, and she is making it VERY clear that she plans to make the most of it.

Marcus is a total wiggle machine with a huge personality. He loves to play, especially when there’s a ball involved, but when the fun winds down, her favorite place to be is right next to her people. This guy is an absolute cuddlebug and has already decided that taking a cozy nap on the couch next to his foster mom is a pretty great perk of being rescued. 🥹

He’s settling into home life beautifully and already showing everyone just how happy he is to finally feel safe. After everything he’s been through, Marley deserves a forever home where he can be someone’s spoiled, loved, ride-or-die best friend.

He made it out of the shelter. He made it to Denver. Now he just needs to make it home. 🐾

Could that home be yours?

🖤 Today is National Black Dog Day! 🐾Did you know that black dogs are often overlooked in shelters and are more likely to...
10/01/2026

🖤 Today is National Black Dog Day! 🐾

Did you know that black dogs are often overlooked in shelters and are more likely to be passed over by potential adopters? This phenomenon is often referred to as “Black Dog Syndrome,” and unfortunately, being overlooked can mean these dogs spend longer waiting in shelters and face a greater risk of euthanasia.

Today, we want to shine a spotlight on some of our beautiful black dogs who are still waiting for their forever homes!

Dogs featured in order:
Brady
Waylon
Pablo
Twister
Goose
Pepe
Lily
Maple
September
Scout

All of the dogs featured in this post are available for adoption!🐾🖤

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