What It Takes to Save a Death Row Dog

The process is difficult but rewarding

  • The Process

    Each day, we scan the euthanasia lists from Texas kill shelters, where dogs scheduled for euthanasia face their final hours. Many of these dogs have been overlooked or abandoned, and they are desperately in need of a lifeline.

    When space allows us to rescue, we move swiftly. I identify a dog and send their animal shelter ID to our trusted transport partner, Pink Happy Tails, and pledge to “tag” them, securing their safety from imminent danger. From there, they are transported to a boarding facility as quickly as possible, where they enter a mandatory 2-week quarantine to ensure their health and well-being.

    On the very first day out of the shelter, Tucker WRLD covers the cost of altering the dog to prepare them for adoption. Once they complete their quarantine period, these dogs are transported from Texas to me in the DC area, where they receive further care and attention before embarking on the next chapter of their journey—finding an unconditionally loving forever home.

    At Tucker WRLD, we believe every dog deserves a second chance, and we are committed to offering them the love and care they’ve been missing. We are determined not to let cost decide the fate of a dog. With each life we save, we bring them one step closer to the bright future they deserve.

  • The Cost

    Boarding: $25+ per day

    2-week quarantine = $350

    Altering (spay/neuter): Typically $50+

    Costs may vary depending on the dog’s specific needs.

    Transport (Texas to DC area):$160 per dog

    Vet Bills: Fluctuate depending on the dog's health

    Many dogs require additional medical attention upon rescue, which increases overall costs.

    I am determined to not let cost decide a dog's fate. I am committed to saving as many dogs as possible.

    Please consider donating to help me offset the extraordinary costs. I have had several dogs with vet bills exceeding $1,000

    The only thing currently preventing me from saving unlimited dogs is money. Your support will literally save dogs.