Help Us Live Out His Legacy
How You Can Support Our Mission
Duke Dog’s Den is small by design, and that’s exactly what makes it special.
We don’t have a revolving door of adoptions or a steady stream of “happy ending” send-offs. Our dogs don’t come and go. They stay. They settle in. They become part of The Den, and this becomes their home for the rest of their lives.
But that also means something important: we don’t have the same visibility or funding streams as traditional rescues.
Our seniors often come to us with medical needs, mobility challenges, and the quiet weight of time. Their care isn’t short-term, it’s ongoing. It’s medications, specialized food, vet visits, soft beds, clean spaces, and the kind of attention that can’t be rushed.
Every single piece of that care is made possible by people who believe these dogs still matter.
When you support Duke Dog’s Den, you’re not funding a quick turnaround or a single moment. You’re providing days that are gentle instead of uncertain. You’re giving consistency where there once was instability. You’re making sure a senior dog knows comfort, dignity, and love in the time they have left.
We may be small, but the impact is deeply personal.
Because of you, they don’t have to wonder what comes next.
They already have everything they need.
MONETARY DONATIONS
Caring for senior and hospice dogs is expensive - from vet bills and medications to treats and toys - it all adds up. Your donation will help us ensure all their needs are met while making sure each day they have left is safe and loving.
Clicking the buttons above will take you to one of the secure sites where you may choose to donate one time or on a recurring, monthly basis.
Duke Dog’s Den is recognized as a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Your donation is tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law for IRS purposes.
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IN-KIND DONATIONS
We accept many in-kind donations at The Den. What we can’t use, we distribute to other rescues in the community with which we work closely. These items are not necessarily on our current wish lists but are often used by our senior pups or for the business side of the rescue, and can be donated by drop off or pick up (send an email to dukedogsden@gmail.com for drop off address or to request a pick up):
New or gently used towels, blankets, and washable pee pads
New or gently used, washable runners and rugs
Dog or cat food/treats (new or opened bags)
Poop bags
Baby wipes
Empty litter pails (such as the Tidy Cat pails)
Insulin syringes (new only)
Raised food bowls
Collars (Martingale preferred) and harnesses
Dog ramps or stairs
Office supplies
Open to other items (contact us)