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We rescue, foster, and rehome cats and dogs throughout DeSoto County. Will you be their second chance?
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Adoption and fostering changes lives—yours and theirs
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DARS is a foster-based rescue working to give every cat and dog a better life through adoption, education, and compassion.
Serving DeSoto County, Mississippi and surrounding areas
Happy Tails preview
Each of these pets found a forever home—and a story worth celebrating
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Pepper’s Happy Tail: A Senior Dog’s Final Days Full of Love
Pepper’s Happy Tail Pepper was a 10-year-old Yorkie in terrible shape when she was found wandering in the intense summer heat—weak, ill, and barely clinging to life. She was suffering from multiple health issues, but DeSoto Animal Rescue Society took her in and gave her the emergency care she so desperately needed. Soon after, the…
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Nubs’ Happy Tail: Bobtail Kitten Finds His Perfect Florida Home
Nubs’ Happy Tail Nubs, a mischievous little bobtail kitten, arrived just when he was needed most. After losing several kittens, his foster mom was hesitant, worried that bringing home another young cat would only bring more heartbreak. But Nubs was older—and she knew that if she didn’t take him, he’d be sent back to a…
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Joey’s Happy Tail: From Puppy Mill Survivor to Family Pet
Joey’s Happy Tail The first photo of Joey is hard to look at—but it’s important. Images like his are critical to raising awareness about the horrors of puppy mills. If you purchase a puppy at a flea market, swap meet, or through an online ad without demanding to see the breeder’s facility, there’s a high…
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Twiggy’s Happy Tail: Starving Rescue Dog Becomes a Supermodel Pup
Twiggy the Dog’s Happy Tail Twiggy was just days away from starving to death when someone finally stopped to help this sweet rescue dog. From the very beginning, she showed nothing but gratitude. As her frail body recovered, her joyful personality began to shine. Today, Twiggy is thriving. She no longer has to wonder when—or…
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CeCe’s Happy Tail: Orphaned Pup Finds a Perfect Forever Home
CeCe’s Happy Tail This little cutie, now named CeCe, is the light of her mom’s eye! Her story began with heartbreak—CeCe, originally named Sierra, was orphaned when her mother tragically fell from the back of a truck. Alone but not forgotten, CeCe was rescued and placed in a loving foster home where she began to…
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Jack’s Happy Tail: From Emaciated Stray to Fundraiser Mascot
Jack’s Happy Tail Some rescue stories change more than just one life—they spark a movement that helps countless others. Jack’s story is one of transformation, compassion, and a legacy of hope for homeless pets across DeSoto County. Jack, a gentle black boxer mix, was discovered in desperate shape—emaciated and weak, wandering the grounds of Bonne…
