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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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Miss Kennedy’s Happy Tail: Senior Poodle Finds a New Family
Miss Kennedy’s Happy Tail Miss Kennedy’s journey is a beautiful reminder that it’s never too late for a second chance at happiness—especially for a dog with so much love left to give. When her previous owner made the life-changing decision to move to Thailand as a missionary, Miss Kennedy suddenly needed a new home. Like…
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Sissy’s Happy Tail: From Abandonment to Life at Sea
Sissy’s Happy Tail After being abandoned and left to fend for herself, Sissy’s future looked grim. She was alone, vulnerable, and without the stability every dog deserves. But all that changed the moment she came into the care of DARS. We don’t know how long she had to survive on her own, but what we…
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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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Molly’s Happy Tail: From Heartworm to Life on the Road
Molly’s Happy Tail Once known as Betsy, this little girl hit the jackpot when her new mom found her! Molly faced a grim future—heartworm positive and overlooked by her previous owner. But thanks to DARS and a second chance, that fate is far behind her. Molly was treated, cared for, and given a new lease…
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Dizzy’s Happy Tail: From River Rescue to Beloved Big Sister
Dizzy’s Happy Tail Every rescue journey has its share of miracles, but Dizzy’s story is a testament to survival, resilience, and the boundless love of a forever family. Dizzy (formerly Lexi) was found by a riverbank when she was just three months old. Tangled so tightly in fishing line that she could barely move, she…
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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…
