French Bulldog Rescue Stories

Luna, a 3-year-old French Bulldog, was owner-surrendered to a shelter in LA on 9/7/24 after suffering a fall months earlier, which left her paralyzed from IVDD. With no rescue interest and a looming euthanasia deadline of 9/28/24 at 4:00 PM, her chances for survival were dwindling. 

Thanks to the compassionate volunteers dedicated to dog adoption, we were able to pull her just in time. Luna was so elated to leave that she was practically bouncing in her sling!

She has since moved into a loving special-needs foster home, where she received her updated vaccinations, plenty of care, and comfy diapers. This is just one of the many success stories that highlight the importance of French Bulldog rescue efforts.

In November, thanks to donations from our supporters, Luna, a remarkable rescue from a French Bulldog rescue, received her custom wheels, and she adapted to them incredibly quickly! Her newfound mobility revealed even more of her happy, social personality.  

By April of 2025, Luna had found her perfect match through dog adoption. She was adopted by a wonderful family in Sherman Oaks, CA, who embraced her exactly as she is. She settled in right away and felt completely at ease with her new family.  

Today she’s thriving — exploring the world in her wheels, visiting dog parks, and snuggling with her family. She makes friends everywhere she goes, as she loves dogs, cats, and kids!  

Luna’s journey is a beautiful reminder that paralyzed dogs can live full, happy, amazing lives when given a chance, and she is truly one of the success stories we cherish.

Olive was born on 5/4/2020 and was surrendered by her owner in July 2024 at age 4 after multiple purse-string rectal prolapse surgeries failed. Her owner could not afford the Colopexy surgery she desperately needed for long-term survival. She officially entered SCFBR care on 7/28/2024, where we prioritize dog adoption and provide specialized veterinary treatment. Our team ensured she received the care necessary for her to finally heal and live a comfortable life, adding her to our French Bulldog rescue success stories.

Once safe in her foster home, Olive received her life-saving Colopexy surgery, and her recovery went beautifully. By 9/13/2024, Olive had found her forever home through a dedicated French Bulldog rescue! She is now living a healthy, happy life with her new mom, Melinda, in Wisconsin — getting the love, care, and comfort she always deserved. Olive’s story is a heartwarming example of successful dog adoption and proves that access to medical care and a second chance can change everything for a dog in need.

Samy, later renamed Betty, was born on 9/1/2023. At around 8 weeks old, we received an urgent call from the San Diego Shelter about a tiny French Bulldog puppy who had suffered severe trauma to her right front leg after being attacked by a larger dog. The injury had gone untreated for days, leaving bone exposed and her leg barely attached. 

Weighing only 5 lbs, she was transferred into SCFBR care on 12/7/2023 and rushed through multiple emergency hospitals to control the infection and stabilize her. She even lost consciousness during treatment as she was on the verge of septic shock. 

Once she was strong enough, she underwent a lifesaving amputation the very next day — a true example of dog adoption success stories that highlight the resilience of French Bulldog rescue efforts.

After surgery, Betty bounced back with incredible strength — as if she had never been on death’s door. She completed physical therapy to help build strength in her remaining three legs and quickly learned how to run, play, and live life to the fullest as a confident tripod warrior princess. 

Betty was adopted on 12/24/2023, just in time for the holidays, showcasing a heartwarming success story in dog adoption. Today she is thriving — snuggling, zooming around with her fur-brother, and embracing every adventure that comes her way. 

This tiny survivor has a huge personality and a heart full of joy. Betty’s journey is a testament to how French Bulldog rescue efforts can transform heartbreak into hope — and hope into a beautiful life.

Dani, a tiny 14-year-old miniature schnauzer, was brought into animal control in Modesto, CA, with nowhere to go. His coat was severely matted, his teeth were rotten, and he was filthy, starving, and shutting down. The shelter staff believed this fragile senior's time was running out, and with no family to claim him, euthanasia seemed inevitable. 

While we were at the shelter pulling bulldogs for other rescues, the liaison inquired if we might consider dog adoption for 'an old schnauzer no one wanted.' We simply couldn’t say no—not when his only alternative was dying alone in the shelter. 

So, we welcomed Dani into our rescue, finding a loving hospice foster in Fresno who was willing to provide him with the dignity, comfort, and care that every senior dog deserves. This success story highlights the importance of compassion in dog adoption, even for those like Dani who might otherwise be overlooked.

Because of his advanced age and fragile health, moving Dani around again wouldn’t be fair to him — so he will remain with his loving foster family for the rest of his life. This is a wonderful example of dog adoption through a French Bulldog rescue that prioritizes the well-being of its animals.

His first veterinary evaluation revealed a 5/6 heart murmur and severe dental disease. He was started on heart medications, and over several visits, all his painful teeth were removed so he could finally eat comfortably again.

Today, Dani enjoys his days with three rescued doggie siblings, soaking up every bit of love and comfort. He’s on four heart medications, all funded by SCFBR supporters, and receiving continued medical care to keep him feeling his best.

Dani is safe, cherished, and living every day knowing he matters — which is the greatest gift a rescue can give. This heartwarming story is just one of many success stories that highlight the impact of rescue organizations. 🫶✨