LOVE LIVES HERE

Our passion is to care for senior and special needs dogs and cats.

Help us to help them.

KINDNESS COUNTS

Help us to support those in need.

HELP US SAVE THEM

You can help by opening your home and your heart to one of our Rescue Partners’ adoptable seniors.

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K-9 & Kitty Medical Miracles

Our K-9 and Kitty Medical Miracles Program provides senior and special needs dogs and cats with necessary medical care to prepare them for adoption or foster care.

Feed Fido and Fluffy HWAH Pet Pantry

The “Feed Fido and Fluffy” HWAH Pet Pantry helps needy families, seniors and disabled folks feed their pets during these challenging times.

Faith’s Fund

In honor and remembrance of our beloved resident pup Faith, we established “Faith’s Fund”  to provide medical care for our senior dogs and senior cats as well as our special needs dogs who have a good chance of continued quality of life.

Adopt A New Family Member through a Partner Rescue

Mrs Whiskers

14 yrs old, Female
Domestic Long Hair,
Paws for Seniors
Fostered in Toms Brook, VA
Adopt Me »

Sir Pierre

16 yrs old, Male
Lhasa Apso, 22 lbs
Miri's Haven Senior Dog Rescue
Fostered in Mechanicsville VA
Adopt Me »

Charles Willy

12 yrs old, Male
Maltese mix, 9 lbs
Miri's Haven Senior Dog Rescue
Fostered in Winchester, VA
Adopt Me »

Miso – Special Needs

1 yr old, Male
Domestic Long Hair,
Feline Foundation of Greater Washington
Fostered in DC
Adopt Me »

Colby

14 yrs old, Male
Yorkie, 6 lbs
Miri's Haven Senior Dog Rescue
Fostered in Germantown, MD
Adopt Me »

Porcha

11 yrs old, Female
Shih Poo,
Caring Hearts Rescue
Fostered in Springfield, VA
Adopt Me »

Andy

11 yrs old, Male
Maltipoo,
Caring Hearts Rescue
Fostered in Springfield, VA
Adopt Me »

Mina BONDED with Newman

1 yr old, Female
Domestic Short Hair,
Feline Foundation of Greater Washington
Fostered in DC
Adopt Me »

Newman FIV + BONDED with Mina

2 yrs old, Male
Domestic Short Hair,
Feline Foundation of Greater Washington
Fostered in DC
Adopt Me »

Eddie

12 yrs old, Male
Chihuahua, 5.5 lbs
Healing Hearts Animal Rescue
Fostered in Northern VA
Adopt Me »

Alexa

10 yrs old, Female
Pomeranian,
Senior Hearts Rescue & Renewal
Fostered in Bradfordwoods PA
Adopt Me »

Rosemary

8 yrs, Female
Standard Dachshund, 21 lbs
Miri's Haven Senior Dog Rescue
Fostered in Rockville, MD
Adopt Me »

An Inside Look at House With A Heart

This video from National Geographic shows a behind the scenes look at the Sanctuary and how Love Lives Here!

House With A Heart News

How Can You Help HWAH? – Social Media

How Can You Help HWAH? – Social Media

We're so grateful for our loyal followers on social media, because you help us spread the word about senior pet rescue and adoption! So when we're asked "how can I help HWAH and my local animal rescue organization," here's one idea we always share: Use your online...

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Be A Medical Miracle Maker – Hercules

Be A Medical Miracle Maker – Hercules

#BeAMedicalMiracleMaker GRANT RECIPIENT  Hercules - Canines & Kitties Rescue A three-time adopter of Canine and Kitties Rescue contacted the rescue when his brother was tragically killed in a motorcycle accident at the end of 2023. The previous adopter selflessly...

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Be A Medical Miracle Maker – Thumbelina

Be A Medical Miracle Maker – Thumbelina

#BeAMedicalMiracleMaker GRANT RECIPIENT - Thumbelina - Forgotten Felines and Fidos, Inc. (FFF) https://www.forgottenfelines.org/ Thumbelina and her siblings and stray mom cat had been on someone’s porch for two months before being rescued. The kittens went to a foster...

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House With A Heart On Facebook

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#HWAH #goodmorning "MomandPopBusinessOwnersDay

Happy National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day! 🎉 Let's celebrate the hardworking small business owners who put their hearts and souls into keeping our communities thriving. Remember to shop local today and show your support for these special businesses that make our neighborhoods feel like home. Thank you to all the incredible mom and pop shops out there - we appreciate you more than words can say! 💖 #MomandPopDay #ShopLocal #SupportSmallBusinesses
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#HWAH #goodmorning  MomandPopBusinessOwnersDay 

Happy National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day! 🎉 Lets celebrate the hardworking small business owners who put their hearts and souls into keeping our communities thriving. Remember to shop local today and show your support for these special businesses that make our neighborhoods feel like home. Thank you to all the incredible mom and pop shops out there - we appreciate you more than words can say! 💖 #MomandPopDay #ShopLocal #SupportSmallBusinesses

#HWAH #goodnight #milo

We love our visits with Milo and especially now that we have graduated to some overnights!!

Sweet Dreams!! Hugs and HOPE! XXXOOOsher
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#HWAH #goodnight #Milo

We love our visits with Milo and especially now that we have graduated to some overnights!!

Sweet Dreams!!  Hugs and HOPE!  XXXOOOsher

2 CommentsComment on Facebook

Absolutely precious!!

❤️‍🩹

#HWAH #LoveLivesHere

Another gem - volunteer Karen C

As told by our Sanctuary Coordinator, Chris A:

“As I recall, Karen started at HWAH as part of her in-service hours for graduation from High School. When she completed her hours, she agreed to become part of the HWAH staff, as the pups were instantly in love with her.

There is no task that she won’t do, from mopping the floors, to Poop scooping, to cleaning runny eyes and noses. She has become the go to person with her calming nature, and has helped several of the seniors across the rainbow bridge by holding them to the end.

I think her favorite thing at the sanctuary is sitting with the pups- often there are at least three in her lap anytime she sits down! "

From our director Sher:
“We are so thankful for Karen and all of her help Monday through Friday afternoons, and one of the best things of having her here is she is always willing to give a dog a cuddle!!! Besides doing an incredible job with the critters, Karen is a DELIGHT to have in the Sanctuary, bringing some serious good energy with her!”
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#HWAH  #LoveLivesHere  

Another gem - volunteer Karen C

As told by our Sanctuary Coordinator, Chris A:

“As I recall, Karen started at HWAH as part of her in-service hours for graduation from High School.  When she completed her hours, she agreed to become part of the HWAH staff, as the pups were instantly in love with her.  

There is no task that she won’t do, from mopping the floors, to Poop scooping, to cleaning runny eyes and noses.  She has become the go to person with her calming nature, and has helped several of the seniors across the rainbow bridge by holding them to the end. 

I think her favorite thing at the sanctuary is sitting with the pups- often there are at least three in her lap anytime she sits down! 

 From our director Sher:
“We are so thankful for Karen and all of her help Monday through Friday afternoons, and one of the best things of having her here is she is always willing to give a dog a cuddle!!! Besides doing an incredible job with the critters, Karen is a DELIGHT to have in the Sanctuary, bringing some serious good energy with her!”

7 CommentsComment on Facebook

Great job Karen. I bet the dogs love you❣️

Wonderful!!!! Karen you are an angel!!!!

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