The little rescue with a big heart

Our primary mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and find loving, permanent homes for homeless dogs, specifically dogs in shelters at-risk of euthanasia and dogs whose owners can no longer care for them. We believe in compassionate rescue when the dog is enduring inhumane living conditions or likely to be deemed less adoptable due to age, health, emotional state, or breed. We ensure that all the dogs we take into our rescue, regardless of individual needs, are cared for with love and compassion for the duration of their lives.

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Explore our social media to see the kinds of things we’re up to on the daily. We are constantly engaging with shelters, rescues, trainers, veterinarians, and even people in the community who just need help with their pets. It isn’t always easy, but it keeps us busy helping improve the world in our own little way…one dog at a time!

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8 hours ago
K9 Kismet Dog Rescue

At K9 Kismet, we believe every dog deserves a chance—whether big or small, we love them all! Meet #K9KismetAlumni Tori, one of our favorite success stories. Now known as @theroyaltori on Instagram, Tori’s journey from shelter survivor to happy pup is truly inspiring.

Three years ago, Tori was found as a stray by Long Beach animal control officers—matted, dirty, and unable to walk. Her exam revealed that she had multiple pelvic fractures. Tori needed immediate surgery, followed by strict crate rest and careful supervision for many weeks. The shelter put out a plea for rescue support, and thanks to a compassionate foster stepping up, we were able to answer their call for help.

At K9 Kismet, our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and find loving, forever homes for at-risk dogs like Tori. But we can’t do it alone—we rely on foster homes to make these transformations possible.

You can help too! Fostering is 100% free—K9 Kismet covers all expenses. We just ask that you provide the love and care the dog needs while we work together to find their perfect forever home. If you live in Long Beach, California (or surrounding cities) and you’re interested in fostering a dog in need, we would love to hear from you!

To learn more and apply, please visit:

www.k9kismet.org/foster

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Awwww I remember her 🥰

Beautiful!! ❤❤❤

5 days ago
K9 Kismet Dog Rescue

Levi is an accomplished cuddler. If there’s a lap, he will find a way to be on it. This former emaciated stray turned healthy snuggle king is a part-time ball enthusiast and a full-time good boy. Levi is versatile. Whether it’s napping like a rock, enjoying car rides, or joining you for a walk or Netflix binge, he is always ready for his close-up! Levi is house & crate trained and has done well with other dogs (after proper intros). He could share the spotlight with another easy-going dog or be a solo act. He has experience with both roles.

BONUS: Levi trained with the renowned @robertvillaneda which means when you adopt him, you’ll receive a personalized training session with one of California’s best. Score!

Want to make this superstar a part of your family? Apply to adopt at: www.k9kismet.org.

Not ready for a life-long commitment?

You can still help Levi by:

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💬 Leaving a comment of support.

⤴️ Sharing this reel with friends.

Oh, and dont forget to follow Levi’s journey:

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6 days ago
K9 Kismet Dog Rescue

Our friend Bruno is still waiting for his forever home, and we need your help to make that happen!

Why Bruno is special:

⭐️ Gentle, polite, and friendly with people!

⭐️ Walks beautifully on a leash.

⭐️ Knows basic commands & is eager to learn.

⭐️ Has done well with other large breed dogs.

This stunning boy is not only easy on the eyes but has a heart of gold to match! If you’re looking for a loyal, loving companion to add to your family, go meet Bruno!

Not quite ready for a lifelong commitment? Fostering could be the perfect solution! It’s a wonderful way to help get Bruno out of the shelter and into a loving temporary home while we work together to find his forever family. Best of all, fostering is completely FREE! We cover all the expenses—you just provide the love and care. To learn more about our foster program and apply, please visit: www.k9kismet.org

Name: Bruno

Pet ID: #A736829

Gender: Male

Age: 5 years

Breed: Pit Bull Terrier Mix

Bruno is available for adoption at:

Long Beach Animal Care Services

7700 East Spring Street

Long Beach, CA 90815

🌐 www.longbeach.gov/acs

☎️ 562-570-3080

📩 animalrescue@longbeach.gov

Shelter hours of operation:

Wed. – Fri. 10:00am – 5:30pm

Sat. & Sun. 10:00am – 4:00pm

Closed Monday & Tuesday

No appointments are required!

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He is SO handsome! 😍

Beautiful ❤️

Love Bruno!!

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Foster

As a foster-based rescue, our primary need is short and long-term fosters. Fostering costs you nothing; we cover all expenses. Whether you’re a seasoned foster who can handle some of our toughest cases, or a first-timer looking to ease into the process, we want to hear from you.

Adopt

By providing a forever home for a dog in rescue, you're helping to free up a foster home, which allows us to help another dog in need. The dogs in our care are fully vaccinated, spayed or neutered (unless medically waived), microchipped, and receive regular wellness exams, preventative treatment, specialty care as needed. If you’re interested in meeting a K9 Kismet pack member, please fill out the adoption application to begin the process.

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donate

As a 100% volunteer-run organization, your tax-deductible donation goes directly to the dogs in our care. It provides funds for everything from life saving surgeries to ID tags. Every dollar has purpose and is put to work for the dogs we serve. Help us say yes to the next dog in need.

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