K-9 Officer Mercury, Officers Speer, Moya & Cpl Runyan with their Award and Ruff Rough Dog tags! See the rescue video here
What We Do
Ruff Rough is a 501c-3 non-profit organization dedicated to celebrating acts of heroism and extraordinary actions in dog rescue. We recognize both the dogs and the humans involved in these inspiring stories and shine a spotlight on their actions through various media outlets such as ABC, NBC, Fox and more. Recipients receive gift cards from Petco, Chewy, Pets R Us, and Amazon along with a beautiful plaque commemorating their heroic actions. EIN #87-4745143
Our activities at Ruff Rough focus on three main areas:
Field Support
Ruff Rough extends its support to other non-profit organizations dedicated to the well-being and rescue of dogs. In the aftermath of climate disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires, our team offers logistical support and aid to areas in need, ensuring no pet is left behind. Our collective effort makes a significant difference in the lives of these animals and the communities that love them.
Drones4Dogs
Drones4Dogs is a unit of RuffRough.com that operates Search & Rescue Drone operations in Southeast Texas. Covering a triangle of locations including Houston, San Antonio, and Corpus Christi, our drone teams help locate lost and displaced animals during emergencies and natural disasters.
Drones4Dogs.com →Donation Utilization
Every donation goes directly towards supporting our initiatives, including rewarding the heroes of dog rescue, providing aid to other nonprofits, supporting post-disaster areas, and developing and maintaining our Sky Rescue service. Your generosity fuels our mission and enables us to continue making a difference.
Please Support Us →We deeply appreciate the kindness and generosity of our supporters. Your contributions make all of our work possible.
Through your donations, we are able to recognize heroes, support other nonprofits, provide disaster relief, and operate our Search & Rescue Drone unit — Drones4Dogs.
Together, we are Ruff Rough.
Ordinary Dogs, Ordinary People, Extraordinary Survival™
Ruff Rough Award Recipients
K-9 Officer Mercury
K-9 Officer Mercury
Harrison
Harrison
Matt Graber
Matt Graber
Maui Humane Society
Matt Verley
Matt Verley
Whit Johnson & Family
Houston-Galveston Coast Guard
U.S. Coast Guard Houston-Galveston
HPD Marine Unit
HPD Marine Unit Members
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A nonprofit is as strong as the community that holds it up. Together, we can do more than we can do alone. Let's bring our abilities and passions together to affect real change.
There are many ways to join us and support our mission. Contact us to find out more about volunteer opportunities, fundraising events, and ways that you can get our message to your friends and family.
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