The Gingerbread House Sanctuary & Rescue

The Gingerbread House Sanctuary & Rescue We are a group of volunteers and 100% foster based. Many of these dogs have been neglected physically, medically, and emotionally. It will help save a life!

The Gingerbread House is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in north New Jersey focused on rescuing senior, hospice, and special needs Pekingese and similar small-breed dogs. The Gingerbread House is a sanctuary and rescue for Pekingese and similar small-breed dogs located in north New Jersey. We focus on senior and hospice pups that require experienced fosters and adopters, or that are n

ot adoptable due to their age, health, or special needs. Some have been surrendered due to their age or medical needs, others come from severe neglect-hoarding situations, and others from backyard breeders and puppy mills. We assist owners who need to surrender their special pups and we work to ensure a positive experience during this emotional time. It is never an easy decision to part with a furry loved one and we understand that sometimes it is in the pup’s best interest. We also partner with local shelters and rescues to take in these precious babies so they are not euthanized. After all these little ones have been through, they deserve a chance to live their remaining days knowing love and care, a soft clean bed, quality food, and a life without pain, filth, and starvation. We will never give up on them and will work to give them the best life possible. Adoptable dogs remain in our loving foster homes during rehabilitation and vetting, while we work to find their new furever families. Unadoptable pups remain in sanctuary where they spend their remaining days being cared for and loved. While in our care we provide for their needs including ongoing veterinary care, medication, supplements, food, continence care (diapers, belly bands, p*e pads), and grooming. The Gingerbread House is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in north New Jersey. We do not have a physical building or employees. We are run by volunteers and fosters and rely solely on donations to provide for these sweet dogs in their golden years. As a public charity, all donations are 100% tax deductible. Please reach out to foster or volunteer. PAYPAL REGISTERED CHARITY
You can donate directly to the pups via PayPal:
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LT8D5F7KMUZCE

CHEWY.COM PUPS' WISH LIST
Our source for their food, meds, potty pads, etc. Anything you donate from this list is a HUGE help!!! https://www.chewy.com/g/the-gingerbread-house-sanctuary-rescue_b71431185

BONFIRE STOREFRONT FOR GINGERBREAD SWAG
https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-gingerbread-house-sanctuary--rescue/?utm_source=copy_link&utm_medium=store_page_share&utm_campaign=the-gingerbread-house-sanctuary--rescue&utm_content=default

AMAZON SENIOR PUPS' WISH LIST
The items in this Amazon wish list are staples for our precious senior pups. Thank you so much for helping us care for these darling souls. They deserve the very best after all they have been through. https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/381YU8GF3KE7Q?ref_=wl_share

5STRANDS ALLERGY TESTING
We use this test for our pups with itchy skin, runny eyes, etc. It is extremely affordable and produces a comprehensive report. Thus far, it has been 100% accurate for our pups. If you use our link below and then the 10% discount code at checkout, 5Strands will make a small donation to the pups with every purchase (even if you only purchase the kits for humans, cats, or horses!). http://www.5strands.com/
USE DISCOUNT CODE: GINGERBREAD for 10% off your entire purchase

β˜€οΈπŸŒΌπŸŒžWENDELLπŸŒžπŸŒΌβ˜€οΈWendell said he needs to brighten your weekend so he was a very good sport for this yellow headband. Inst...
05/24/2026

β˜€οΈπŸŒΌπŸŒžWENDELLπŸŒžπŸŒΌβ˜€οΈ
Wendell said he needs to brighten your weekend so he was a very good sport for this yellow headband. Instead of the beach we turned on the heat for Memorial Day Weekend 😞 It's a rainy mess here in New Jersey so it's movies and a Peke pile for me, ha! πŸ“ΊWhat is everyone doing?

A little Hermie for your FridayπŸ˜ƒThis little guy saw the doctor and we have great news! He does have a heart murmur but o...
05/22/2026

A little Hermie for your FridayπŸ˜ƒ
This little guy saw the doctor and we have great news! He does have a heart murmur but otherwise his heart is in great shape. No fluid, his heart is normal size, his lungs are clear, his blood work is perfect, and his xrays are perfect. ❀❀❀

We are starting him on Pimobendan for good measure. And he will have what should be his last dental and a growth removal next week. He also has glaucoma so he is getting Dorzolamide eye drops.

He's very sweet, easy going, quiet, loves to nap and sun himself. Enjoys his meals and is very good about going potty on the pads even though he can't see a thing.

I'm so thrilled he is in much better shape than he looks! He will be a new man in no time!! Thank you SO much to everyone who donated towards his care and sent prayers, comments, and well wishes, it is extremely helpful and means so much to know you are here with me. ☺️

BARNEY TURNED 14!!πŸŽ‚πŸŽπŸŽ‰β€οΈOur little Barney boo had his 14th birthday recently and his mommy threw a big pawty for him. I b...
05/21/2026

BARNEY TURNED 14!!πŸŽ‚πŸŽπŸŽ‰β€οΈ
Our little Barney boo had his 14th birthday recently and his mommy threw a big pawty for him. I brought Wendell to represent the Gingerbreads, he did a very good job being cute and eating lots of birthday cake. Apparently he loved it because when we got in the car he wanted to give me thank you hugs. I held my breath but all went well and it was THEE best ever!!😍 I will be taking Wendell to more birthdays!😁

Welp, it's been two years since we lost Shermie. EmmieMay said she wants to do a little tribute to him so she put on her...
05/19/2026

Welp, it's been two years since we lost Shermie. EmmieMay said she wants to do a little tribute to him so she put on her purple outfit. Heavy sigh. This little powder puff. How I miss his prancy prances.πŸ©·πŸ’œπŸ’™

EmmieMay had her spring shave down and bubble bath. Nothing like a little self care. πŸŒΈπŸ’†β€β™€οΈπŸŒ»πŸ’–
05/17/2026

EmmieMay had her spring shave down and bubble bath. Nothing like a little self care. πŸŒΈπŸ’†β€β™€οΈπŸŒ»πŸ’–

Welp. Teddy and Harvey have some good points LOL. 😁😁😁
05/12/2026

Welp. Teddy and Harvey have some good points LOL. 😁😁😁

Happy Mother's Day!!!❀❀❀To all mommies everywhere!!! I hope you have a wonderful day and do something special for yourse...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day!!!❀❀❀
To all mommies everywhere!!! I hope you have a wonderful day and do something special for yourself. For sure you have earned it!!! With a little help from Google AI (god I LOVE it!! just select the plus sign to the left of the search box and upload a pic) I was able to present everyone in their Sunday best on a lush lawn I will never have! 🍷🍸🍹😁😁😁

MEET HERMAN❀❀❀This little m**f was a stray in Newark 😑and considering his entire face was covered in mats (see before pi...
05/10/2026

MEET HERMAN❀❀❀
This little m**f was a stray in Newark 😑and considering his entire face was covered in mats (see before pics), he likely didn't take off down the street on his own.😒 He seems to be blind likely due to untreated glaucoma and/or dry eye. He also has a "raging" heart murmur per the shelter doctor.

His matting was so bad the shelter had to sedate him to shave him down and did a great job cleaning him up and keeping him comfy until he could hitch a ride here.

He will be seeing my vet asap for a full work up so we can get a handle on his heart, eyes, and whatever else may be wrong. I'm also worried about his kidneys based on what I'm seeing.

Hermie is the sweetest little guy and just happy hanging out in his bed. He hasn't made a p*ep this entire time. He reminds me of a cross between Humphrey and Mugsy. He is absolutely precious.

A huge thanks to Amanda for transporting this little guy and to Sherri Powell Laraway and her folks at Associated Humane Societies Newark for taking care of him and helping him find his way here so he can get the love and medical care he deserves for his remaining time.

Please send your love and prayers for Herman. He needs all the help he can get.β€πŸ™

And if you'd like to donate towards his care the donate button is attached or you can use our Paypal link:
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LT8D5F7KMUZCE

Stella is still waiting for her forever people. She said she's ready to hit the beach so hurry up!πŸ˜Žβ˜€οΈπŸŒŠStella is a really...
05/07/2026

Stella is still waiting for her forever people. She said she's ready to hit the beach so hurry up!πŸ˜Žβ˜€οΈπŸŒŠ

Stella is a really sweet gal who loves to hangout with her person. She is very easy to care for, she let's you know if she needs to go out. She doesn't need to be walked, just needs a small yard to meander around and sun herself. She does need "easier" access to the yard, a couple steps at most. She is a great companion for someone who needs a low maintenance friend.

- Adult female black Lab mix
- Bloodwork, xrays, HW neg, UTD, housebroken
- Tweenagers and up
- Sweetest gal around

You can find our adoption process and application on our website:
https://gingerbreaddogs.org/adopt-overview/

Happy Cinco de Mayo!! Wendell wants to know if you're ready to pawty! 😁😁😁
05/05/2026

Happy Cinco de Mayo!! Wendell wants to know if you're ready to pawty! 😁😁😁

Address

P. O. Box 312
Wharton, NJ
07885

Website

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