Charlie's Legacy Dog Rescue: Saving Dogs from the Streets to New Paltz

Charlie's Legacy Dog Rescue is a nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing dogs from the streets and high-kill shelters, with a New Paltz chapter that helps place adoptable dogs in loving homes throughout the Hudson Valley.

The Mission

Charlie's Legacy Dog Rescue was founded with the mission to rescue dogs from dire situations — including streets, kill shelters, and abusive environments — and provide them with medical care, rehabilitation, and ultimately, forever homes. The organization operates primarily in San Antonio, Texas, where they rescue dogs from the streets and from San Antonio Animal Care Services, but they have chapters across the country, including the New Paltz Chapter.

Adoptable Dogs

The New Paltz chapter regularly has dogs available for adoption, including mixed breeds like Labrador Retrievers, Border Collies, and other breeds. Each dog is vetted, spayed/neutered, and placed in foster care until they find their forever home. The rescue works to match dogs with families based on lifestyle, energy level, and household dynamics.

How to Adopt

Prospective adopters must complete an adoption application and go through a screening process. The rescue is not first-come, first-served — they carefully review each application to ensure the best match for both the dog and the family. Adopters may be required to travel to meet the dog, as the rescue does not transport dogs to potential adopters.

How to Help

Charlie's Legacy Dog Rescue relies on donations, foster homes, and volunteers. The New Paltz chapter is always in need of support to continue saving dogs and finding them loving homes.

Location: New Paltz, NY (chapter)
Website: charliesfoundation.com