Dedicated to Giving Every Dog a Loving Home

Alvin was rescued from a shelter where he was scheduled to be euthanized.

Amara was found on the streets of Bakersfield where she was going to be euthanized until April Star stepped in to give her a second chance.

Ari is a beautiful mixed-breed mama who was found abandoned in the middle of nowhere with her puppies. Now it is her turn to be cared for, and given a safe place.

Autumn was brought to a shelter with no one coming forward to claim her. With her time running out, we stepped in and gave her the second chance she deserved. Now safe in our care, Autumn is waiting to begin a new chapter filled with hope and love.

Benny (sitting up) & Jett (lying down) were abandoned in the fields for several months. Benny and Jett have been successfully fostered into a loving home where they are waiting for their forever home.

Boba was rescued with her mum and brothers and sisters from the side of the road. April Star was able to step in and give them the care they needed.

With time running out and hope fading, Brownie's life changed forever when April Star stepped in. Rescued from the shelter’s euthanasia list, they’re now safe, loved, and ready to begin their next chapter -one filled with joy, security, and endless cuddles.

Brutus is a senior dog that was about to be euthanized. April Star stepped in and saved him.

Casper was on the shelter’s euthanasia list, but we rescued him just in time and gave him a second chance at life.

I was abandoned in the fields of Kern County. A volunteer trapped me and contacted our foundation to rescue Charlie.

ChuChu was found abandoned in the orchards with no food or water, scared and vulnerable to the dangers around her. April Star Adoption Foundation stepped in to bring her to safety and give her the care, comfort, and second chance he deserved.

Chula was scheduled for euthanasia. April Star stepped in to bring her to safety and now is waiting for her new home.

Corey was found abandoned with his mum and siblings in the middle of nowhere, with no food or water. Thankfully, he is now safe and have a chance at a loving future he deserves.

Dakota was rescued from the euthanasia list — given a second chance when time was running out. Coming from an overcrowded shelter with no other options, he was saved just in time thanks to quick action of April Star Adoption Foundation.

Dodger was going to be euthanised at a shelter. April Star stepped in to give him a second chance.

Eddie was rescued from a shelter and saved from being euthanized.

Eivor was found in a storm drain in Kern County. A kind passerby alerted Animal Control, and he was taken to vet care. April Star stepped in and took him in for care.

Emma was rescued from a shelter where she was at risk of being euthanised. Thankfully, she was given a second chance and is now safe, cared for, and ready for the loving home she deserves.

Esme was found alone in an open field with no food, no water, and no one to care for her. Abandoned and vulnerable, she was rescued and brought to safety, giving her the second chance she deserved.

Faye was found limping and abandoned in the fields of Bakersfield, CA where she was there for several months. We rescued Faye and treated her injury on her leg. During her examination, a scar was discovered behind her ear, and the vet suspected that she had suffered a blunt force injury.

Ferdinand came to us from a shelter where he was on the list to being euthanized.

Frank came into April Star Adoption Foundation’s care needing a fresh start and the chance to find a safe, loving home. Now he is ready for a family who can see the loyal, bright boy he is.

Gigi came into April Star Adoption Foundation’s care ready for a fresh start and the chance to find a safe, loving home. Now she is waiting for a family who can offer her the care, comfort, and companionship she deserves.

Glacier was found alongside four other dogs on an abandoned farm. These dogs were picked up and taken to a shelter. Glacier was initially placed in a foster home but escaped twice and was returned to the shelter. We rescued Glacier from the shelter's euthanasia list.

Hugo was brought to a shelter as a stray, along with a group of other dogs. While at the shelter, he fell ill with kennel cough, which later developed into pneumonia. We arranged for a temporary foster who cared for him and nursed him back to health.

Jane was rescued from a shelter where she was scheduled to be euthanized.

Kiki was rescued with her mum and brothers and sisters from the side of the road. April Star was able to step in and give them the care they needed.

Larissa came into April Star Adoption Foundation’s care needing a fresh start and the chance to find a safe, loving home. Now she is ready for a family who can give her the comfort, care, and security she deserves.

Lincoln, a staff favorite at the shelter, was heartbreakingly placed on the euthanasia list. Thankfully, we were able to step in just in time and rescue him, giving him the second chance he truly deserved.

Lindsay was found abandoned in the fields of Bakersfield, scared and alone. Volunteers discovered her hiding, and April Star rescued him.

Lisa was rescued from a shelter after finding herself in need of safety and a fresh start. April Star Adoption Foundation stepped in to give this sweet little girl the second chance she deserved and the opportunity to find a loving home.

Lucy was found at a shelter. She was on the euthanasia list when April Star stepped into give her a second chance.

Luna was rescued from a shelter after finding herself in need of safety and a fresh start. April Star Adoption Foundation stepped in to give this sweet girl the second chance she deserved and the opportunity to find a loving home.

Maple was going to be euthanized. April Star stepped in and rescued her to give her a second chance. She is currently being fostered.

Marina was rescued from a euthanasia list at a shelter. April start stepped in to give her a second chance.

Matcha was found sheltering under a car, trying to escape the summer heat. She was brought to a shelter where April Star rescued her from being euthanized.

Maudie was rescued from a shelter after being placed on the euthanasia list. She is now safe, cared for, and ready for a second chance with a loving family.

Melon Ball was rescued from a shelter before being euthanized.

Millie came to us from an overcrowded shelter, where space was limited and time was running out. With no one coming forward, she was at serious risk of being euthanized. Thankfully, we were able to step in just in time and bring her into our care.

Misty was rescued from a shelter and brought into our care for a fresh start. Now safe and supported, she’s ready for the next chapter of her life.

We rescued Niko from a shelter where he was heading to be euthanized.

Rosie, Jack, Oscar, Nova, and Flynn were found abandoned in a field, starving and dehydrated, their ribs clearly visible. Despite the harsh conditions, this loyal little family never left each other’s side. When our volunteers arrived, they gently offered food and water, which the dogs gratefully accepted. We couldn’t leave them behind — so we rescued the whole family and gave them the chance to begin a new life.

Oscar was rescued from a shelter.

Oso was going to be euthanised at a shelter. April Star stepped in to give him a second chance.

Philomenia was rescued from a shelter where she was at risk of being euthanized. April Star stepped in just in time, giving her a second chance and the opportunity to find the loving home she deserves.

Polly was rescued from a shelter where she was going to be euthanized.

Prissy was given a second chance by April Star. She was rescued from a shelter.

Rally was rescued from a shelter where she was at risk of being euthanized. April Star stepped in to give her a second chance and the opportunity to find a safe, loving home.

Rayban came to us from a shelter where he was on the list to being euthanized.

Rocky had a broken leg when he was rescued from a shelter.

Sage was going to be euthanized. April Star have taken her into care where she is now awaiting a new home.

Sarge was rescued from a shelter and is now safe with us. He’s ready for a fresh start and hoping to find a loving home where he can feel secure, cared for, and part of the family.

Shelby the Border Collie Mix was rescued from the euthanasia list when April Star Adoption Foundation stepped in to bring him to safety.

Snow was found in the Orchards, starving, thirsty and scared. Snows ribs were showing. Snow would was near death if she was not rescued that day. A group of volunteers used a drone to locate her in the Orchards. Sergio was there at the time of the rescue.

Spencer was rescued from a high-risk shelter where his time was running out. We brought him into our care so he could have the second chance every dog deserves.

Spruce was rescued from the euthanasia list when April Star Adoption Foundation stepped in to give him a second chance. Now safe, this handsome Husky has the opportunity to find the loving home he deserves.

Stardust was going to be euthanized. April Star rescued her and she has been taken into care ready for her second chance. She is currently being fostered.

Sterling was going to be euthanized when April Star rescued him from the shelter.

Sugar Twist was going to be euthanized. April Star stepped in at the 11th hour and rescued her.

Sylvester is a Labrador mix who came to April Star after being listed for urgent placement at a shelter. Our team stepped in to bring him to safety and make sure he received the care and support he needed.

Teddy was abandoned in fields without food or water. April Star rescued Teddy.

Teddy was found in a shelter and was on the euthanasia list when April Star Foundation rescued him.

Theo was abandoned with his siblings by a storage unit. A good samaritan rescued the pups and contacted April Star.

Toby was going to be euthanized. He was terrified in the shelter, very scared and April Star is giving him a second chance to build his trust with humans.

William was found abandoned in the fields of Bakersfield, scared and alone. Volunteers discovered him hiding, and April Star rescued him.

Winter was rescued from a shelter where her time was running out. With no one coming forward to claim her, she was at serious risk of being euthanized. Thankfully, we stepped in just in time to bring her into safety. Now, Winter is thriving in our care safe, loved, and ready for the next chapter of her life.