Find Trusted Dog Rescues in South Africa

Dog Rescue SA is a guidance platform — we don't house dogs or process adoptions ourselves. Instead, we connect you with trusted rescue organisations that do. Visit them directly to see who's available.

How it works: Each rescue below operates independently. They handle their own adoption processes — applications, home checks, and matching dogs to the right homes. Dog Rescue SA doesn't manage or influence their decisions. We simply point you in the right direction.

Rescue organisations by breed

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SA Yorkie Rescue

Yorkshire Terriers and Yorkie crosses available for adoption across South Africa. Province-specific listings updated regularly.

See Yorkies →
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Little Doggy Rescue

Small breed dogs — Jack Russells, Chihuahuas, Dachshunds, and other small dogs across SA.

See small dogs →
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French Bulldog Rescue SA

French Bulldogs available for adoption. Also offers surrender guidance for Frenchie owners.

See Frenchies →
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Maltese Rescue SA

Maltese and Maltese crosses available for adoption. Rehoming support for Maltese owners.

See Maltese →

Lost or found a dog?

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Lost Dogs SA

If you've lost or found a dog, Lost Dogs SA has listings, recovery tips, and a community network across South Africa.

Visit Lost Dogs SA →

Looking to rehome instead?

If you need to find a new home for your dog — rather than adopt — visit our rehoming hub. Each of these rescues also offers private, judgement-free rehoming guidance for owners who need it.