Li'l Lap Dog Rescue of Central Florida
Intake, Evaluation, Foster Care, Adoptions

Who We Are

Welcome to the world of rescuing small dogs. Li’l Lap Dog Rescue started with three people who saw a need to help re-home small dogs, mixed or purebred, who were dying in shelters. Our approach is pretty simple. We care for these dogs in our homes, as members of our families. Since 2004, we've found homes for over 201 dogs.  We now have 8 foster homes and there are usually about 15-18 dogs waiting for adoption.

Adopting a friend

Do you really want a rescue dog?
Do you want a dog who may not be housetrained;
  may have health issues that might be ongoing for some time or maybe for life;
  a baby who needs lots of love and attention;
  one who might not be beautiful or perfectly groomed;
  who might chew up your favourite slippers;
  and who might take a little time to adjust to your home and friends?
If you can answer "YES" to these questions, a rescue dog just might be exactly what you need. An application to adopt will be emailed to you upon request. This is a commitment. These dogs need stable and loving homes to help them get over any bad memories they may have.

Our Approach

We strive to match the adopter to the dog. Every dog lives in someone’s home as a family member so that they can be evaluated as to their needs. Volunteers check references and do home visits to screen applicants. Dogs come into rescue for many reasons; housetraining issues, barking, they run away and become strays, owners are moving, cannot afford vet care or the dog just doesn’t fit their life style anymore. We stress finding “forever” homes for our furbabies, not just another place to live.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: We are in desperate need of foster homes
If you are a dog lover, you could help us save little dogs one at a time. Li'l Lap Dog Rescue is actively looking for people who will take ONE dog into their home until it is adopted. This is sometimes as short as one month or as long as 3 mos. You must complete a foster application and have a home visit. Please consider fostering.