Mission

Our mission is to combat the abuse and abandonment of dogs and lack of animal welfare awareness in our communities. We do this by rescuing and rehabilitating dogs while equipping and enriching local communities with the educational programs, resources and hope needed to save all dogs in need.

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Vision

A world in which animal rescue is not needed and communities value the companionship of all animals.

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Values

Life – Integrity – Transparency – Diversity – Inclusion

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Who We Are & What We Do

We are a diverse team of animal activists, community leaders, medical professionals, athletic trainers, athletes, foster families and volunteers. We are dedicated to saving all dogs, especially those at risk of being euthanized at high-kill shelters. We provide our dogs with medical care, behavioral training, enrichment and love so that they are prepared for a new life with their forever family. IF DOGs is the animal rescue initiative of IF by Innergy, a 501c3 that provides services and support to underserved communities in Texas and Nicaragua.

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Suggested quotes to share

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“You can measure the health of a community by the health of its animals. Rescue reaches beyond the dog and into the heart of our communities.” – Stephanie Hanson, Founder and Director, IF DOGS

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“When I first started in rescue, I ended up adopting on the kill list just to save them all.” – Stephanie Hanson, President and Founder, IF DOGS

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“No dog should be killed just because the shelter has no space available. There is always another solution.” – Stephanie Hanson, President and Founder, IF DOGS

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"We must remember that one determined person can make a significant difference, and that a small group of determined people can change the course of history." – Sonia Johnson

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"The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team"

– Phil Jackson

Adoption agreement

Donation based