Giving a voice
to the voiceless.
3000+
WOFAR has proudly rescued over 3,000 dogs as of 2023.
100% Volunteer-Run
We are entirely donation-funded and
volunteer-run.
CT, MA, RI
50+ Foster families are the heart of our rescue spanning across
Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts.
Welcome to WOFAR, where we give a voice to the voiceless. As an all-volunteer non-profit based in Connecticut and fueled by community support, we rescue and rehabilitate dogs in need, providing specialized care, medical treatments, and lots of love for their journey to forever homes.
Beyond adoption fees, your support enables us to cover extensive medical and training expenses, ensuring every dog receives the care they deserve. Your donations pave the way for wagging tails and transformed lives, one paw at a time. Thank you for being a vital part of our mission to give every dog a chance at a loving home!
Paint The Town:
Paint Night Fundraiser
Join us for a fun Paint Night Fundraiser to support the rescue dogs! A relaxing evening of painting, BYOB, and good company—all for a great cause.
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Be The Light For a
Rescue Dog
Fostering a rescue dog is incredibly rewarding and simpler than you might expect. No need for a fenced-in yard – many of our fosters enjoy open yards and leash walks with their foster dogs. Plus, worry not about vet expenses, as our rescue covers these costs and monthly preventatives for our dogs. What do you need? A big heart, a safe home, food and bowls, and open communication with our rescue team. Join the heart of our rescue, providing shelter space and saving lives.
Guiding Your Rescue Dog: The 3-3-3 Rule
Experience the wonderful journey of welcoming a rescue dog into your home with WOFAR's 3-3-3 rule. Your unique bond forms in the first 3 days, 3 weeks, and 3 months. The key to a successful transition, forming lifelong connections between you and your new best friend relies on understanding their point of…
