Rescue for the Misunderstood

About Us

Rescue for the Misunderstood is a nonprofit organization rooted in Wilmington, Delaware, devoted to helping vulnerable dogs find safety, steadiness, and second chances. Since 2011, we have fought for and rescued dogs who have been abused, overlooked, and misunderstood. Once in our care, they are welcomed into loving foster homes where they are given time to heal, decompress, and be seen for who they are. Our mission is to save the lives of those who need it most, and our vision is a society with compassion and kindness for all loving companions.

We are an all-volunteer, foster-based organization that operates through public donations and community support. Every contribution goes directly to the dogs in our care and helps provide the thoughtful, individualized attention each dog receives while they are with us. We believe rescue is not only about saving a life, but about honoring that life. Once a dog becomes part of our rescue, they become part of our family, and we stand beside them with patience, protection, and the devotion they have always deserved.