Most rescues focus on placement. We focus on preparation. Every dog is evaluated, socialized and vet-checked before adoption, and every adopter receives education, transition coaching and continued support.

Browse our adoptable dogs, fill out an adoption application and our team will contact you. We match you with the right dog, help you prepare your home and support you through the transition and beyond.

Yes. Heading Home Dog Rescue Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Tax ID 42-4898117. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

We work alongside overcrowded and overwhelmed animal shelters across South Carolina, as well as local rescue organizations, to help more dogs find their way to safety and loving homes.

We believe lasting change happens when the rescue community works together. By helping relieve the burden on shelters and supporting the work of fellow rescues, we aim to be part of the solution—creating more opportunities for dogs in need and building a stronger, more collaborative rescue community.

Not at this time. We are focusing on relieving the overcrowded and overwhelmed shelters in our area.

We are currently collecting supplies for our foster homes.

It takes a village to save lives. Heading Home Dog Rescue is always looking for caring volunteers to foster, transport, walk dogs, support adoptions, help with events and fundraising, and lend professional skills such as photography or administrative support. No matter your experience level, there is a place for you to help dogs find their way home.

Please email info@headinghomesc.org to volunteer or go under our Foster page to inquire about fostering a dog.

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