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Welcome to Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue!

HDDCR is an all-volunteer, 501c3 registered non-profit rescue that rescues dogs and cats in need throughout Michigan and beyond its borders, to Ohio and other states depending on the need. We pull from rural shelters where adoptions are few and kill rates are high. We focus on 'urgent' lists and those dogs and cats that are overlooked because they are unattractive, older or sick. We believe that every animal should have a second chance at a loving home; even if that loving home is in a hospice situation. We exist and rely solely on the generosity of our donors and our hardworking volunteers.

Your donation helps us provide the animals in our care happier days!

For a limited time only, we have special adoption fees available for the following dogs and cats:

Please click on the link next to the pet for more information.

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Hi, please let me introduce myself, my name is Sarah and I am a Lab/Jack Russell Terrier. I am house trained and crate trained, and love to go o...read more about Sarah

Brodee is a handsome, friendly guy that absolutely loves to cuddle. He does well with other dogs (with proper intro), loved his foster mom's grandchi...read more about Brodee

Bart is a Chihuahua mix with a cute underbite. Bart has been mistreated and just wants to be loved and treated with kindness and to never be...read more about Bart ❤️

Meet Obi! Obi came from the Romulus Animal Shelter, a scared and lonely boy, so quiet and reserved. He sat quietly, so patient, waiting fo...read more about Obi

Mango is a sweet but shy cat. He does not really like to be carried, but once he adjusts he loves being pet. In fact, he grabs your han...read more about Mango

Darla is a hound and Shepherd Mix who is true to her breeds. She has energy that requires an outlet plus activities to work her mind. Darla can be pro...read more about Darla

Amos is a Chow Mix that is eight years old. Amos loves people and is very affectionate. Amos came to us from an elderly gentleman th...read more about Amos

Felicia was found roaming the property of a fellow rescue volunteer that lives in Imlay City. Felicia had suffered a severe tail injury and ...read more about Felicia

Lance is an active happy one year old pup that now is able to walk several miles a day, run, jump, and do pretty much everything a normal dog will do...read more about Lance -❤ STORY OF LOVE & DETERMINATION

Meet Gabby. She is about 14 years old. She came to Happy Days after her owner passed away. Gabby is a very big feline at 22 pounds and is ...read more about Gabby

Hi, I’m Sabrina! I’m a very sweet kitty who loves to eat treats, play with toys, and get pets from anyone I meet. I am up for adoption alo...read more about C180 litter Mom Sabrina

Stephie is a pretty polydactyl kitty. Stephie is a very sweet cat who loves to sit next to you. She loves to have her ears scratched and be pett...read more about C98 Litter-Stephie, mom

Ella had been living outside until finally trapped and taken for much needed medical care. One ear-tip had frostbite and needed to be amputa...read more about Ella

Romeo, oh such a suitable name for this goofy, loving dog. Romeo is a 7 year young Dachshund mix. He is great with other dogs and very sociable with h...read more about Romeo 2 ❤️

TIGGY is a very easy going and friendly tiger cat that loves to be around people. His owner is no longer able to take care of him so he is ...read more about Tiggy

If you are 65 years old or older and looking for a companion animal, look no further!

Consider our Senior For Senior program. Seniors can adopt a senior companion animal for half price. Our animals are all vetted prior to adoption and if you are no longer able to care for your companion animal due to hospitalization or moving to a nursing home we will accept the animal back into our foster program.

Research has shown that adopting a companion animal has benefits beyond the obvious one of companionship:

Companion animals can help improve one's mental and physical well-being. Petting your companion animal is a soothing experience with the benefits of lowered stress levels and blood pressure.
Companion animals provide friendship for lonely individuals and provides opportunities for interactions with others. This may be especially important to the older adult whose family lives far away.
The company a companion animal provides has been proven to reduce depression by giving the older adult a purpose and sense of being needed by focusing on the care and needs of the companion animal.
The senior citizen home is usually a quieter environment with a consistent routine, Ideal for the senior animal looking for a similar environment.
Senior animals are often gentle and calm, more low-key and often are already trained.