Places to Help Dog In Miami
Places to Help Dog Rescue in Miami: Where Compassion Meets Community
Miami isn’t just about oceanfront views and luxury living — it’s also a city with a big heart. Beyond its skyline, there’s a community of people devoted to rescuing and rehoming dogs in need. For Laura Graves Real Estate, supporting these efforts isn’t just a passion project — it’s a mission rooted in kindness, connection, and giving back to the place we call home.
❤️ Laura’s Story: From Open Houses to Open Hearts
“I still remember one of the first rescues I got involved with,” Laura recalls. “A small terrier mix was found near a construction site in Coconut Grove — scared, hungry, and shaking. We teamed up with Paws4You Rescue to get her immediate care. After a few weeks of fostering, she found her forever home with a family who had just closed on a home we helped them buy. It was one of those moments that reminded me why community work matters so much.”
Over the years, Laura has continued to support local dog rescues — fostering, donating, and helping organize small adoption events around Miami. Sometimes, it’s as simple as sponsoring supplies or connecting new homeowners with shelters when they’re ready to adopt.
“These dogs have a way of bringing light into any home,” Laura says. “I’ve seen families fall in love not just with their new house, but with a rescue pup they met along the way.”
🐶 1. Miami-Dade Animal Services
One of the largest shelters in South Florida, Miami-Dade Animal Services rescues thousands of pets each year. They provide adoption programs, foster opportunities, and volunteer events that make a real difference.
📍 3599 NW 79th Ave, Doral, FL
🔗 miamidade.gov/global/animals/home.page
🏡 2. Paws4You Rescue
Paws4You Rescue has a special place in Laura’s heart — it’s where she’s volunteered and supported several successful adoptions. The organization focuses on saving dogs from euthanasia and finding loving homes for each one.
📍 8717 SW 134th St, Miami, FL
🔗 paws4you.org
“One of the happiest moments was seeing Max — a senior golden retriever — finally adopted after nearly a year in foster care. He’s now living in Coral Gables with a retired couple who adore him. Those stories stay with you.”
🌴 3. The Humane Society of Greater Miami
A community cornerstone, The Humane Society of Greater Miami promotes responsible pet ownership through adoptions, education, and low-cost vet care.
📍 16101 W Dixie Hwy, North Miami Beach, FL
🔗 humanesocietymiami.org
Laura often collaborates with them for community events — sometimes combining open houses with donation drives for pet food and blankets. “It’s a wonderful way to bring people together — you tour a home, learn about real estate trends, and also support a good cause.”
🐕 4. Wonder Paws Rescue
Wonder Paws focuses on pulling dogs from neglect and overcrowded shelters. Their network of fosters ensures each pup gets individual love and care.
📍 Hollywood, FL (Serving Miami & Broward)
🔗 wonderpawsrescue.com
🦴 5. Animal Lovers Rescue
Animal Lovers Rescue takes in dogs needing urgent medical attention and provides rehabilitation before adoption.
📍 Homestead, FL
🔗 animalloversrescue.org
Laura has helped sponsor vet costs for several rescues through this group — “Every little bit helps,” she says. “Even one donation can cover the cost of a life-saving treatment.”
“Rescue work is a reminder that home is more than just a place — it’s where love begins. I believe that real estate and rescue both share that same goal: finding the right match, creating stability, and helping others start a new chapter.” — Laura Graves
🏠 For Sale Listing from Laura Graves:
Luxury Waterfront Residence – 88 SW 7th St, Miami, FL 33130
Experience elegant living in the heart of Brickell. This stunning high-rise apartment features breathtaking river and skyline views, high-end finishes, and resort-style amenities — the perfect home for both people and pets.
📩 Contact Laura Graves at (786) 457-8001 or visit LauraGravesRealEstate.com
