Many thanks to CARE's extended family for all their efforts on behalf of the animals. Visit our Supporters page to see several of the wonderful and creative ways they have helped. Visit our Donate section for more information on donating a vehicle to aid the animals! Please read this important information about Spaying or Neutering your pet.

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You may send your tax deductible donation via PayPal or US Mail. CARE is an exempt organization as described in Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code: EIN 77-0285750. Many companies offer matching gift programs to encourage employees to contribute to charitable organizations. Check with your employer to see if they are willing to match your donation to C.A.R.E.

About C.A.R.E Report

C.A.R.E.'s mission is to find good, permanent homes for dogs that were abandoned, relinquished, or never reclaimed. Founded in 1987, the Companion Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.) is a nonprofit, all volunteer, animal rescue organization based in Santa Clara County. We accept owner-relinquished dogs as well as abandoned, abused, or otherwise-neglected puppies and dogs that would otherwise face uncertain futures working with Bay Area shelters.

Frequently Asked Questions Report

Dogs that are brought into the CARE foster program typically come from local animal shelters or owner surrender situations. Dogs live in a foster home where they get love, attention, and socialization. Our fosters work on house training, crate training, and basic obedience training. The dogs are given time to adjust to a home environment before they are adopted into their new home.

Teresa Dempsey

Feb 09, 2022

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I found an old senior Chihuahua blind, likely deaf, with no teeth to hold his little tongue in his mouth, that was in parking lot of a large complex that had a lot of traffic in and out. I am sorry that people have so little compassion for these creations of God. The Care center was who I called 1st the following morning and I was greeted by a good person who explained a chip would be looked for and he would be properly cared for regardless.

There are very few IF ANY places like this in San Mateo County where I live, but now I know this place, and won't forget about the understanding I saw when others were in line to "turn in" lost dogs and cats that they had found. I am so grateful for this place.

Angel Enriquez

Nov 26, 2021

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Gabino was awesome! Very friendly especially when I had to wait for my drink at the bar. That was so annoying but Gabino was very apologetic. Thank u Gabino!

Patti Massey

Nov 10, 2021

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We have adopted 3 rescue dogs from CARE. They are match makers for dogs and their new human companions.

M. V.

Mar 27, 2021

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Great staff, very knowledgeable and patient, the whole adoption process was smooth and quick. I enjoyed meeting the staff and seeing facility. They were also very cautious with covid but made the whole experience rewarding.

Yvette Velasco

Mar 23, 2019

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Very helpful. Had to give up 2 dogs. I felt confident that they would be placed with good people. Not the easiest thing to do but they made it easier.

Joe Bolin

Mar 18, 2017

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I don't know anything about the other two reviewers, but I do know that I have gotten two very good, well-socialized dogs from the good folks at CARE.