About Us
To Love a Canine Rescue, Inc. (TLC) is a non-profit, all-breed, 100% foster-based, no-kill rescue operating in Chester County, PA.
Our mission is to rescue and find permanent homes for abandoned, stray, and surrendered dogs in order to minimize the needless euthanizing of animals.
We support dogs in need that may otherwise be overlooked in shelters. This includes pregnant moms, those in need of surgery, and dogs who need a little extra time and attention to open up.
We know the power of dogs and the way they can change lives. Our team’s purpose is to save dogs in need and to give them extra TLC so that they can change the lives of our community as they meet their forever family.
Our Story
TLC was born in the spring of 2013 when our eight founding members decided they wanted to combine their collective experience in pet rescue and community service into one organization. We have a passion for saving dogs as well as a thirst to educate the community on reducing the number of dogs needing rescue.
At TLC, bonding with our dogs is very important. Rather than going to a shelter where they often become depressed and withdrawn, our dogs join us in our warm, comfortable homes where they thrive with attention and love. Our dedicated foster families socialize and interact with the dogs to learn their strengths and understand their challenges.
Our dogs receive an enormous amount of love and the medical attention necessary to ensure good health. TLC dogs are spayed or neutered, and brought up to date on shots appropriate for their age. They are also micro chipped prior to being placed in their new homes.
It is our goal to connect devoted families to loving dogs in need of their everlasting home. We believe in being very honest with our potential adopters and we present everything we learn about our rescues in order to make sure we have successful adoptions. Additionally, TLC foster families and associated trainers will work with adoptive families to ensure a smooth transition and help facilitate additional support and training that may be needed to create and maintain a stable and happy home for our dogs.
From puppies to seniors, there is a perfect dog out there for everyone. We pride ourselves on making the right connection between dog and family in order to give our dogs their final, joyful, loving home.
Ultimately, our wish would be for empty shelters so no dog is left behind…until they all have a home.
Our Impact At-a-Glance:
Since inception:
8,000+ dogs adopted into loving, forever homes
Over $100,000 spent on medical care for dogs in need including 50+ treated for Heartworm
Over 200 youth learned about animal welfare through our Mini Paws junior volunteer program
Over 200 visits to schools and assisted living centers to bring the joy of puppies to our community
Named Top-Rated Nonprofit by GreatNonProfits
Achieved Platinum Level of transparency from Guide Star
Why foster-based rescue?
Having a 100% foster-based dog rescue is crucial to the long-term success of rescue dogs.
Unlike traditional shelters, foster-based rescues allow for individualized care and attention, helping dogs recover from past traumas, heal from emotional or physical concerns, and build trust with humans and other dogs. It provides a nurturing environment for rescue dogs, promoting their physical and emotional well-being.
Additionally, this model facilitates better matchmaking between dogs and potential adopters because foster families can offer detailed insights into the dog's behavior, personality, and compatibility with different lifestyles.
