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Alexander is a unique case. He grew up in a local shelter and has been in and out of short-term foster care. He has struggled getting adopted due to his eye condition (entropion). Eventually, ending up on the shelter’s euthanasia list. The shelter would only allow Alexander to be adopted by a rescue that would fix his condition. We rescued Alexander from the Shelter’s euthanasia list and had his condition corrected.

Arthur, an adorable Terrier Mix, was on the euthanasia list when we stepped in to give him a second chance. Now safe and being cared for, he’s on his way to find a loving home.

Billie the Kid, a sweet little Terrier Mix, was placed on the euthanasia list with no time left. Thankfully, he was rescued just in time and is now safe in a loving foster home. With care and comfort surrounding him, Billie is beginning his journey toward a brighter future.

Blondie was saved from the euthanasia list just in time. With no one coming for her, her future was uncertain but we knew she deserved a second chance.

With time running out and hope fading, Brownie's life changed forever when April Star stepped in. Rescued from the shelter’s euthanasia list, they’re now safe, loved, and ready to begin their next chapter — one filled with joy, security, and endless cuddles. 🐾💖

Bruno was rescued from a shelter just in time. Now safe in our care, he’s waiting patiently for a loving home where he can begin his next chapter.

Canela was rescued in her final hours. She’s hopeful for the day she finally goes home.

Cannoli was found emaciated on a farm, safeguarding a deceased dog. She was taken to a local shelter, where we rescued her just days away from being euthanized.

Casper was on the shelter’s euthanasia list, but we rescued him just in time and gave him a second chance at life.

Cloud came to us with a fractured leg and was facing euthanasia at the shelter. We rescued him just in time and provided the medical care he needed, including a splint to help his leg heal properly. Thanks to the support of our community, Cloud is now recovering well and looking forward to a brighter future.

Cowie Moo was found abandoned on the streets of Bakersfield, CA — alone, starving, and in desperate need of help. Thankfully, we were able to step in and rescue him, giving him a second chance at life.

Dakota was rescued from the euthanasia list — given a second chance when time was running out. Coming from an overcrowded shelter with no other options, he was saved just in time thanks to quick action of April Star Adoption Foundation.

Daphne was on the shelter’s euthanasia list, but we rescued her just in time and gave her a second chance at life.

Dixie was abandoned in the fields with severe chemical burns on her legs. We treated Dixie and she is healed. Dixie loves attention, going on walks and she will be a loyal friend to a family

Duke was roaming the streets and was picked up and dropped off at a local shelter. Nobody came forward to claim him. We rescued Duke from the shelter’s euthanasia list.

Eivor was found in a storm drain in Kern County — thin, injured, and alone. A kind passerby alerted Animal Control, and he was taken for emergency vet care, where they discovered his leg was broken. After healing, he was placed in a shelter and then foster care, but sadly returned and twice listed for euthanasia. We stepped in just in time, rescuing Eivor days before his life was to be cut short.

Emerson was found roaming the streets, dehydrated and emaciated. Thankfully, an animal control officer transferred him to a local emergency veterinary clinic. He was then taken to a local shelter, where he was placed on the “stray hold list. " Unfortunately, he was never reclaimed.
We rescued Emerson from the shelter’s euthanasia list. He is currently in loving foster care home where he has playmates.

Esme was found alone in an open field, with no food, no water, and no one to care for her. Abandoned and vulnerable, she was rescued and brought to safety.

Faye was found limping and abandoned in the fields of Bakersfield, CA where she was there for several months. We rescued Faye and treated her injury on her leg. During her examination, a scar was discovered behind her ear, and the vet suspected that she had suffered a blunt force injury.

Rosie, Jack, Oscar, Nova, and Flynn were found abandoned in a field, starving and dehydrated, their ribs clearly visible. Despite the harsh conditions, this loyal little family never left each other’s side. When our volunteers arrived, they gently offered food and water, which the dogs gratefully accepted. We couldn’t leave them behind — so we rescued the whole family and gave them the chance to begin a new life.

Glacier was found alongside four other dogs on an abandoned farm. These dogs were picked up and taken to a shelter. Glacier was initially placed in a foster home but escaped twice and was returned to the shelter. We rescued Glacier from the shelter's euthanasia list.

Hansel and Gretel, a sweet brother and sister duo, were placed on the euthanasia list with little time left. We knew their story deserved a better ending, so we stepped in and rescued them. Now safe and cared for, they’re each looking forward to a new beginning in a loving home.

Haybell was brought to a shelter as a stray, along with a group of other dogs. While at the shelter, he fell ill with kennel cough, which later developed into pneumonia. We arranged for a temporary foster who cared for him and nursed him back to health. Once he fully recovered, we rescued Haybell directly from the shelter's foster care.

Jack was abandoned in the streets of Gowney, California. He was severely injured, in pain, possibly hit by a car. He had bad injuries to his legs. April Star saved him from being euthanized.

Once on the euthanasia list with no options left, this deserving dog got their miracle. April Star stepped in, and today they’re healthy, happy, and learning that people can be kind. Every wag of their tail is a reminder of why we do what we do. 🐶💛

Lincoln, a staff favorite at the shelter, was heartbreakingly placed on the euthanasia list. Thankfully, we were able to step in just in time and rescue him, giving him the second chance he truly deserved.

Mack was rescued from the euthanasia list — given a second chance when time was running out. Coming from an overcrowded shelter with no other options, he was saved just in time thanks to quick action of April Star Adoption Foundation.

Maggie and her family were abandoned on the streets of Kern County, hungry, thirsty, and trying to survive in the heat. Volunteers stepped in with food, water, and care — and we quickly rescued them.

During her spay procedure, vets discovered Maggie had a serious infection, but with treatment, she made a full recovery. Though the family was scared at first, they’re now safe and slowly learning to trust again.

Millie came to us from an overcrowded shelter, where space was limited and time was running out. With no one coming forward, she was at serious risk of being euthanized. Thankfully, we were able to step in just in time and bring her into our care.

Milly was facing euthanasia at an overcrowded shelter, with time quickly running out. Thanks to the swift efforts of April Star Adoption Foundation, she was rescued just in time and given the chance to start a new, hopeful chapter in life.

Mojo was rescued from a dire situation and given a second chance at life.

This sweet dog was found on the shelter’s euthanasia list, just hours away from running out of time. Thanks to the quick action of April Star Adoption Foundation, Mojo was rescued and given a second chance at life. Now, they’re healthy, safe, and ready to find their forever family. 💕

Moose, was found on the shelter’s euthanasia list at just 4 months old. With time running out, he was rescued and brought to safety.

Murphy, a 4-month-old German Shepherd puppy, was found on the shelter’s euthanasia list with time quickly running out. Thankfully, he was rescued just in time and is now safe, growing strong, and looking forward to a bright future.

Rosie, Jack, Oscar, Nova, and Flynn were found abandoned in a field, starving and dehydrated, their ribs clearly visible. Despite the harsh conditions, this loyal little family never left each other’s side. When our volunteers arrived, they gently offered food and water, which the dogs gratefully accepted. We couldn’t leave them behind — so we rescued the whole family and gave them the chance to begin a new life.

Rosie, Jack, Oscar, Nova, and Flynn were found abandoned in a field, starving and dehydrated, their ribs clearly visible. Despite the harsh conditions, this loyal little family never left each other’s side. When our volunteers arrived, they gently offered food and water, which the dogs gratefully accepted. We couldn’t leave them behind — so we rescued the whole family and gave them the chance to begin a new life.

Pancake was confiscated from a dog fighting ring and brought to the shelter. She is believed to have been used as a bait dog. We rescued Pancake from the shelter’s euthanasia list.

Pudding was found in a shelter and placed on the euthanasia list with no time left. Thankfully, she was rescued just in time and is now safe, cared for, and beginning her journey toward a brighter future.

Ralph was found running along the freeway, his paws raw from miles of wandering on hot pavement. Taken to a shelter, it was clear he craved human connection — but instead, he was placed on the euthanasia list. We rescued Ralph just in time and gave him the care and attention he needed. Since then, he’s thrived in our care and even completed an obedience training course, showing just how eager he is to learn and be loved.

Rambo was bought into a vet hospital for treatment and then abandoned. April Star have taken him on to rehome.

With time running out and hope fading, this brave dog’s life changed forever when April Star stepped in. Rescued from the shelter’s euthanasia list, Rivers is ready to begin his next chapter. 🐾💖

Rosie, Jack, Oscar, Nova, and Flynn were found abandoned in a field, starving and dehydrated, their ribs clearly visible. Despite the harsh conditions, this loyal little family never left each other’s side. When our volunteers arrived, they gently offered food and water, which the dogs gratefully accepted. We couldn’t leave them behind — so we rescued the whole family and gave them the chance to begin a new life.

Ruffles was rescued from a shelter just in time. Now safe in our care, he’s getting the love and support he needs while waiting for a fresh start.

Rummy was on the euthanasia list. He was rescued in time for us to give him a second chance.

Scooter was found wandering the streets. He was picked up and taken to a local shelter. We rescued Scooter from the shelter’s euthanasia list.

When this Scruffy appeared on the shelter’s euthanasia list, our team moved fast — determined not to let their story end that way. We rescued them just in time and brought them into care, where they’ve been given love, safety, and the medical support they needed to start fresh. ✨

Tater came to us from a shelter, where time and space were limited. With no one coming forward, she needed a helping hand — and we were grateful to be there.

Teemo was on the shelter’s euthanasia list when we stepped in just in time to save him. Now safe and cared for, Teemo is beginning a new chapter filled with hope, healing, and the promise of a brighter future.