A nonprofit, fully volunteer dog rescue organization
based in Central New York State -- saving lives, every day.

The mission of Cayuga Dog Rescue (CDR) is to rescue stray, abandoned, neglected, and abused dogs in Central New York, as well as dogs that are deteriorating in regional shelters or are scheduled for euthanasia due to shelter overcrowding.

We place rescued dogs into foster homes where they receive needed veterinary care, and emotional, physical, and social rehabilitation on their way to carefully screened permanent adoptive homes.

We provide ongoing consultation and support to foster homes and permanent adopters for the life of the rescued dog. We promote compassionate dog guardianship through our public education efforts.