The underdog’s best friend: central florida’s foster-based dog rescue and hospice
Since 2017, Noodles Animal Refuge + Hospice has been Central Florida’s trusted foster-based dog rescue. We partner exclusively with kill shelters, saving medium to large-breed rescue dogs, providing them with the care they need prior to adoption.
Cue that one song (you know the one) and some puppy dog eyes…
Every year, thousands of shelter dogs across Florida end up on euthanasia lists.—due to no fault of their own. The sad truth is the amount of resources and available space for shelters are impossibly low given the sheer number of animals they attempt to support.
Noodles is on a mission to seek out dogs in these particular circumstances, offering them emotional and physical rehabilitation in experienced environments, while working to secure their forever home.
What Noodles is not…
Not all animal rescues are created equal (but hey, no shade—we’re all here for the critters, and that’s what matters!). However, at Noodles, we’re a little different, and that suits us well.
No Owner Surrenders: Instead, we focus on identifying and pulling dogs directly from Central Florida shelters with whom we’ve built strong relationships. Our mission is to save pups that are running out of time or unlikely to be adopted out in more traditional shelter settings.
Big Dogs On Campus: Despite our quirky name (shoutout to the OG ferret), we specialize in rescuing (typically) medium and large-breed dogs. We do not offer services for cats, feathered friends, or any other type of animal. Our focus is a large part of our success.
No Pup Left Behind: We’re here solely for the underdogs and the overlooked; the ones who need us most across Central Florida’s overcrowded shelters. Puppies are stinking cute and we adore their sweet breath just as much as the next person, But Noodles is here for the distinct and distinguished dogs; the ones most deserving of that soft place to land.
Noodles does what Noodles knows best: fostering, adoption, & hospice services for shelter dogs deserving that second chance at their one great life!
Questions?
we’re glad you asked!
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We focus mainly on medium and large-size shelter dogs at risk of euthanasia across Central Florida. Our mission is to give these underdogs the second chance at life they deserve.
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No. Noodles does not accept owner surrenders. We work solely with kill shelters, in order to rescue dogs that are considered high risk.
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Nope! Noodles is a foster-based rescue, which means we rely on approved foster homes to care for the dogs in our program until they are adopted. This gives each pup the opportunity to receive the specific care and personalized attention they deserve.
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Our fosters are the heart of what we do! Becoming a Noodles foster involves filling out an application, followed by a short approval process, including home and reference checks. Once approved, you’ll be ready to help play a vital role in helping our dogs adjust and prepare for adoption.
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Absolutely! Once our dogs are ready for adoption, we carefully match them with approved homes based on lifestyle, experience, and suitability.
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Our adoption process begins with an application to ensure a great match for both dog and family. After an application is reviewed, we conduct interviews, home checks, and meet-and-greets to finalize the adoption.
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Becoming a foster starts with an application process. Once approved, you’ll be matched with dogs that fit your home, lifestyle, and experience. Fosters are provided with the supplies and support needed to care for their temporary four-legged houseguests. You can find our application here!
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We provide compassionate, one-on-one hospice care to select dogs who need a peaceful and loving place to spend their final days. While our formal hospice program is limited, this service reflects our commitment to giving every dog dignity and comfort, no matter their stage of life.