named programs · 4 · from sources
what they call their work
Adoption Events
Hosts regular and special off-site adoption events to connect dogs with potential adopters, including partnerships with local businesses and shelters
Adoption Program
Matches rescued Chihuahuas with permanent adoptive families through a structured application process, home visits, and meet-and-greet sessions
Foster Program
Provides temporary homes for rescued Chihuahuas; foster families care for dogs while AZCR covers veterinary costs and offers support, supplies, and guidance
Transport and Rescue Missions
Coordinates rescue and transport of Chihuahuas from high-risk environments, including past efforts to bring dogs from Kuwait and Tucson to Arizona
activities · 9
what they do
direct service · 7
- Chihuahua Rescue and Adoption Program Dog Adoption FacilitationRescues Chihuahuas, provides them with temporary foster care including medical attention, nutrition, and behavioral training, and facilitates their adoption into permanent homes. This includes processing applications, conducting home visits, and organizing adoption events.
- Chihuahua Rescue and Adoption Program Dog Adoption FacilitationRescues Chihuahuas, including those with special needs or from deplorable conditions, provides them with temporary foster care, medical attention (including vaccinations, microchipping, spay/neuter, and other veterinary care), and behavioral rehabilitation, and facilitates their adoption into permanent homes through an application, interview, home visit, and meet-and-greet process.
- Lost Dog Networking Lost Pet Reunification ServicesAssists in networking lost dogs by sharing flyers or photos provided by owners to help reunite them with their families.
- Lost Dog Networking Lost Pet Reunification ServicesAssists owners in networking lost dogs by sharing flyers or photos provided by them to help reunite pets with their families.
- Sanctuary Program for Special Needs Chihuahuas Special Needs & Senior Cat Sanctuary CareProvides long-term care, medical attention, and love in home-based settings for sanctuary dogs with health, emotional, or age-related issues that prevent them from being adopted.
- Sanctuary Program for Special Needs Chihuahuas Special Needs & Senior Cat Sanctuary CareProvides long-term care, love, and medical attention in home-based settings for sanctuary dogs with health, emotional, or age-related issues that prevent them from being adopted.
- Sanctuary Program for Special Needs Chihuahuas Special Needs & Senior Cat Sanctuary CareProvides long-term care, love, and medical attention in home-based settings for sanctuary dogs with health, emotional, or age-related issues that make them unsuitable for adoption.
capacity building · 2
- Volunteer Engagement Volunteer Coordination for Animal RescueEngages volunteers for various tasks including data entry, internet and social media networking, transportation, and assistance at adoption events to support the rescue operations.
- Volunteer Engagement Volunteer Coordination for Animal RescueEngages volunteers for various tasks including data entry, internet and social media networking, transportation, and assistance at adoption events to support the organization's operations.
strategies · 14
how they think
Theories of action extracted from this org's own source material. Click any approach shared with other orgs to see the full field.
- Community Engagement and Public Education community_engagement unique to this orgThe organization engages the community through social media and multi-channel outreach for lost and found pets, and educates the public on responsible pet ownership to reduce unwanted animals and promote the human-animal bond.
- Community Engagement and Public Education for Responsible Pet Ownership community_engagement unique to this orgThe organization engages the public through social media and community outreach to promote adoptable dogs and educate on responsible Chihuahua ownership. This includes advising on best practices for finding lost pets and emphasizing the human-animal bond to prevent abandonment and reduce the number of unwanted animals.
- Comprehensive Adoption Screening and Matching adoption_matching unique to this orgThe organization employs a multi-step screening process, including individualized applications, interviews, home visits, and meet-and-greets, to ensure optimal compatibility between rescue dogs and potential adopters. This rigorous process aims to place dogs in suitable, permanent homes that meet their specific needs, including those with behavioral challenges.
- Comprehensive Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Placement Model rescue_rehabilitate_place unique to this orgThe organization rescues Chihuahuas from abandonment or abuse, rehabilitates them through foster care and behavioral training, and then places them into permanent, loving homes. This model aims to prevent euthanasia and ensure the well-being of the dogs.
- Foster-Based Rescue and Rehabilitation foster_care_model unique to this orgThe organization utilizes a volunteer-based foster care model to rescue, rehabilitate, and prepare Chihuahuas for adoption. Foster homes provide a safe environment for dogs to decompress, receive behavioral rehabilitation for issues stemming from past trauma, and improve obedience and training, ultimately increasing their chances of successful placement.
- Individualized Adoption Matching and Screening adoption_matching unique to this orgThe organization employs a rigorous and individualized process to match dogs with suitable adopters, including applications, interviews, meet-and-greets, and home visits. This ensures compatibility and the best possible outcome for the dog, with a commitment to refusing adoptions not in the dog's best interest.
- Individualized Adoption Matching and Screening adoption_matching unique to this orgThe organization employs a rigorous, multi-step screening process for potential adopters, including applications, interviews, meet-and-greets, and home visits, to ensure the best possible match between the dog and the adopter. This process is tailored to the individual needs of each dog, especially those with behavioral challenges.
- No-Kill Commitment with Sanctuary Care no_kill_shelter unique to this orgOperating on a no-kill philosophy, the organization is committed to finding a permanent home for every Chihuahua, regardless of the time it takes. For dogs with significant health, emotional, or age-related challenges, a sanctuary program provides ongoing care while remaining open to adoption by specially committed individuals, supported by donor engagement.
- No-Kill Commitment with Sanctuary Option no-kill_commitment unique to this orgThe organization is committed to finding a permanent home for every Chihuahua, even if it takes time. For dogs with significant health, emotional, or age-related challenges, a sanctuary program is offered, with continued openness to adoption by highly committed individuals.
- No-Kill Commitment with Sanctuary Option no_kill_commitment unique to this orgThe organization operates with a no-kill philosophy, believing every Chihuahua can find a permanent home. For dogs with significant challenges, a sanctuary program provides long-term care, while remaining open to adoption by highly committed individuals, supported by donor engagement.
- Public Education and Community Outreach for Responsible Pet Ownership public_education_for_prevention unique to this orgThe organization engages in public education to promote responsible Chihuahua ownership and raise awareness about the human-animal bond, aiming to reduce the number of unwanted pets and facilitate the reunification of lost dogs with their families.
- Specialized Adoption for Behavioral Hold Dogs specialized_adoption_matching unique to this orgFor dogs with significant behavioral challenges, the organization seeks experienced adopters who understand and accept the dogs' limitations. This involves rigorous vetting to ensure adopters comprehend the specific needs and challenges of these dogs.
- Volunteer-Based Foster Care System volunteer_based_foster_care unique to this orgThe organization relies on a network of volunteers to provide foster homes for rescued Chihuahuas. This system allows for individualized care, behavioral rehabilitation, and improved training, with ongoing support provided to foster families.
- Volunteer-Based Foster Care with Support volunteer_based_foster_care unique to this orgThe organization relies on a volunteer-based foster care program, customizing placements to match volunteer lifestyles and providing ongoing support to foster families, recognizing the inherent risks involved in animal handling.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2020
the money
revenue
Total revenue$77K
Contributions & grants$36K48%
Program service revenue$27K36%
Investment income$7K9%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$55K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$281K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$281K
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020
who runs it
relationships · 10
who they work with
- Humane Shelter of Kuwait Partner — The Humane Shelter of Kuwait handled the initial rescue and funding for dogs from Kuwait.
- Lost Dogs Arizona Partner — Recommends Lost Dogs Arizona as a resource for lost dog recovery and advises filing reports on their site.
- Maricopa County Government — Directs the public to Maricopa County's lost and found pet services, including phone reporting and an interactive map.
- Maricopa County Animal Care and Control Partner — Partnered with Maricopa County Animal Care and Control for a rescue mission transporting Chihuahuas to Pennsylvania.
- PACC911 Partner — Featured in a news story about the PACC911 Adopt-A-Thon.
- PAWS Protecting Animal Welfare Society Partner — Partnered with PAWS Protecting Animal Welfare Society in Kuwait to rescue two Chihuahuas, Zak and Azir.
- Paws to Heart Rescue Partner — Partnered with Paws to Heart Rescue to transport 25 Chihuahuas and Chihuahua mixes to Pennsylvania for fostering and adoption.
- PayPal Partner — Payment processing partner used to facilitate donations for sanctuary dog care.
- Pete and Mac’s Partner — Beneficiary of a "Yappy Hour" event at Pete and Mac's in Gilbert.
- Second Chance Chi Partner — Collaborates on adoption services, as indicated by shared adoption application link.