The Heart of Rescue

The Heart of Rescue We are a foster-based, 501c3 non-profit rescue in Portland, OR. We gladly accept all breeds and sizes with an emphasis on Rottweilers.

Meet Ernie, a loving and playful boy who is sure to bring laughter and joy into your life! With his affectionate and fri...
02/23/2026

Meet Ernie, a loving and playful boy who is sure to bring laughter and joy into your life! With his affectionate and friendly nature, Ernie is everyone's best friend. He's always up for an adventure and has the energy to keep up with even the most active families. But don't let his playful spirit fool you, Ernie is also a loyal companion who will be by your side through thick and thin. He is good with other dogs and would make a fantastic addition to a home that values love, fun, and the occasional zoomies around the backyard! Ernie is waiting for his forever family to sweep him off his paws. Could it be you? Please contact us to find out more about adopting or fostering this wonderful boy! We are a federal non-profit rescue, and we would love to hear from you.

We do require a completed application and a home visit prior to adopting. Please go to our website at www.theheartofrescue.org to complete an application or call 541-782-THOR (8467).

02/04/2025

Please spread the word for this lost cat. Sophie was LOST on December 29, 2024 in Eugene, OR 97402 near W. 18th (Redwood Park Apts, near unit 166)

Message from Owner: Contact Leslie or

Description: medium size (10-12 lbs), tortoise s (orange/black/white/brown}

For more info or to contact Sophie's owner, click here: https://www.pawboost.com/p/71159058

Lost or found a pet? Report it to PawBoost here: https://www.pawboost.com/l/rpl

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Feb 04, 2025

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Feb 11, 2025

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Feb 18, 2025

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Feb 25, 2025

"Sophie may have lost weight and may not look the same. If you see her please try to offer her food and catch her in a box. We are offering a reward. "

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Mar 04, 2025

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Mar 11, 2025

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Mar 18, 2025

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Mar 25, 2025

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Apr 01, 2025

"We are still searching for Sophie in West Eugene. She is 7 1/2 and will be not like to be picked up. She has a loving and likes to sleep and look out the window. She may be anywhere but I have been focusing on the area where she went running off. There have been some sightings of cats that look just like her but sadly, none have been caught. Trapping her will be a challenge but there are some expert cat trappers. She may be in someone's hse, so please spread the word if you know anyone who may not realize she has a microchip. Please call or text.
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Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Apr 08, 2025

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Apr 15, 2025

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Apr 22, 2025

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Apr 29, 2025

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF May 06, 2025

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF May 13, 2025

"I am still hoping my lovely Sophie can be found. She has a safe and loving . I am very sad. I am offering a generous reward. She will probably not look the same as it has been over 4 months. People have reported seeing her but she will not be easy to catch. She will most likely have to be trapped. There is a good chance she is still in the area of West Eugene. Cats run under the fence behind the Redwood Park apmts and we think that is what she did. There have been reports that she is in the area. Please help bring her ! She will be indoors and outside only in a small private yard. "

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF May 20, 2025

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF May 27, 2025

"I have not given up on looking for Sophie and am offering a generous reward for her capture and return. She went under the fence behind the Redwood Park apmts, 18th and Bertleson and may still be in the area. She was a hse cat, but now may be with many feral cats in the area that look similar. She may have climbed into a car and could be anywhere. She has orange and brown in her fur that is different. But being on the run for nearly 5 months, she may look different. Please do not give up on finding her. I was sick with pneumonia and was not well when she got out, and am very sad about this. Please call if you find her. "

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Jun 03, 2025

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Jun 10, 2025

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Jun 17, 2025

"I am still offering a reward for this cat who is not easy to find. We think she is still in west Eugene where she went missing and are trying to catch her in a trap. She has a black band around her neck that looks almost like a collar, and white on her neck. Please Sophie come ! "

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Jul 01, 2025

"Please call if you see her. She may be in somebody's hse, and they have not checked for a microchip. She has a birthday soon. My Sophie will be 8. I am still offering a cash reward. If she is with the feral cats she may be semi-feral now. I have seen many cats that look like her, but she has some unique markings. One of them might be her, but catching these cats is not easy. Whew. I have faith and have not given up."

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Sep 02, 2025

"I have not given up on my beautiful cat Sophie. She has been lost for 8 months, and it has been a heartache. She may be in someone's . She may have gone feral and would not look the same but if anybody sees her please call me at. I am still offering a generous cash reward. Please call me if you see her! . She would be hard to catch and would need to be trapped, probably. I have a trap but have not had luck catching her. She may be in West Eugene where she was lost or she may have gone in someone's car. "

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Oct 14, 2025

"Please call if you see Sophie, or know where she might be. She has been missing since December 29 when I was in recovery from pneumonia. She has been posted on Pawboost for a very long time. I am still offering a generous reward for her return. "

Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Nov 04, 2025

"Sophie has been lost for 10 months now. If she is still alive it will be a miracle. I am still offering a generous reward for her return. But it has cost a lot to keep her ad on Pawboost and I am unable to find the posting at this time. I have sent a newer picture of her(before she got lost) in an e-mail to Pawboost. Please contact me at if you can help. "

Odie was adopted this weekend to a young couple who loves him to pieces! Happy tails!!
02/03/2025

Odie was adopted this weekend to a young couple who loves him to pieces! Happy tails!!

01/24/2025

We are in need of some help February 27th through March 4th. Our main foster is going to be out of town and we would like to have temporary fosters in place during that time. If you can foster during this time please let us know. Below is a link to some of the dogs in need of fostering.

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Mirko and Kacey are getting quite "comfortable" in their foster home! Mirko has even bonded with the foster's granddaugh...
01/05/2025

Mirko and Kacey are getting quite "comfortable" in their foster home! Mirko has even bonded with the foster's granddaughter. So happy this pair got another chance at life!

Mirko and Kacey are settling in very well at their foster's! They've had baths, gone for walks, and even met the neighbo...
12/24/2024

Mirko and Kacey are settling in very well at their foster's! They've had baths, gone for walks, and even met the neighbor's dog through the fence. All positive experiences!

Mirko and Kacey are on their way to Oregon.  Thank you for helping us make it happen.
12/22/2024

Mirko and Kacey are on their way to Oregon. Thank you for helping us make it happen.

Please share your Christmas Spirit!
12/20/2024

Please share your Christmas Spirit!

We at The Heart of Rescue (TIN/EIN 47-2680537) pulled Mirko a… Gina DeGrenier needs your support for Help Mirko & Kacey Reach Safety- Their Last Chance at Life!

UPDATE:  Of all the offers to foster or adopt on this post only one has followed through with applying.  Great home in O...
12/13/2024

UPDATE: Of all the offers to foster or adopt on this post only one has followed through with applying. Great home in Oregon. We of course don't have a problem transporting them and will be doing so this weekend unless we find a place in California. A California foster or adopter would be less stressful for them. If you are interested in being considered for one or both of these two please submit an application on our website www.theheartofrescue.org.

IMMEDIATE HELP NEEDED! We pulled Mirko and Kacey from shelters in 2017 and placed them in, what we thought, was their forever home. This summer the adopters divorced, and the wife rehomed Mirko and Kacey to a couple in Palm Springs without our knowledge. Apparently, in November the couple posted on Facebook that they needed to move and couldn't take the dogs with. Adopters did not come forward, so the couple dumped Mirko and Kacey on the street, where they were picked up by Desert Hot Springs Animal Control. Since we were on the microchips, we were alerted. Unfortunately, we don't have any fosters open and the pair are in danger. Is there anyone in California, Oregon, or Southern Washington willing to foster Mirko and Kacey? Time is of the essence! Mirko (and the two, as a pair) can be dog-reactive. Kacey could do well with a large breed male. No smaller dogs, cats, or livestock. They can be fostered separately, in order to save their lives.

IF you can foster or adopt the quickest way to move ahead is to submit either a foster or adoption application on our website at www.theheartofrescue.org. We have had an outpouring of interest so only those willing to submit their application will be considered.

12/13/2024

🐶🐱Thank you to all who donated on Giving Tuesday December 3rd. Your generosity is greatly appreciated and your support is welcomed.

Our next holiday wish is to find homes (temporary or permanent) for our furry friends.

We are always in need of fosters. If you are home for the holidays would you consider opening up your home for a four legged guest?

OR if you have been thinking about adopting could you possibly gift yourself or your family a new family member? We have some great furry faces just waiting for their forever homes.

Please visit our PetFinder page - OR342.petfinder.com - to see our available dogs. If you don't see a good fit message us. There may be some we have been asked to take but don't have room.

12/02/2024

🌟 This Giving Tuesday December 3, Help Us Give Animals a Second Chance! 🐾

On this special day of giving, we turn to YOU—our compassionate community of animal lovers—to help us continue our mission of saving and protecting animals in need. 🐶🐱

Every year, thousands of animals are abandoned, neglected, or left to fend for themselves on the streets. But together, we can make a difference. Your generous donation on Giving Tuesday can provide:

💔 Emergency medical care for injured animals
🏠 Safe shelter and comfort for animals waiting for their forever homes
🥣 Nutritious meals for animals who’ve known hunger
💖 Love and care to help animals heal—physically and emotionally

No amount is too small, and every dollar makes a big impact. Your support helps us provide the critical resources needed to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals in need.

How You Can Help:

🐾 Donate today: Every donation, large or small, brings us closer to a world where every animal is safe and loved.
🐾 Share our story: Help spread the word and inspire others to get involved.
🐾 Adopt: If you're looking to open your heart and home, we’d be honored to help you meet your new best friend.

This Giving Tuesday, your kindness can change lives. Thank you for being the voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. 🐾

💖 Donate Now:
Paypal: [email protected]
Venmo: -Powell-10
Mail: P.O. Box 3695, Portland, OR 97292

Together, we can make the world a better place for animals in need.

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