To the world you are just another person...
to a rescued animal, you are the world.
🐾 Helping Animals, Together
As always, the demand for animal assistance—whether it’s rehoming, unwanted litters of puppies and kittens, emergency care, or rescue requests—far outweighs the resources available. But with the help of our community, we can continue to meet the needs of animals across the Big Island.
Right now, we have several wonderful dogs who have been in the care of our dedicated volunteers for many months. Each one of these animals deserves a forever home where they can be loved and treasured.
Meet Our Longtime Friends
These amazing dogs have been waiting patiently for their second chance at life. Could you be the one to open your heart and home? To arrange a meet & greet, please call KARES at 808-333-6299!
Zeus
Zeus is a 6-month-old Rottweiler/Shepherd mix (best guess) with a lanky frame and the sweetest disposition. He loves people, gets along with other dogs, and doesn’t mind cats. A volunteer favorite, Zeus has been in foster for 6 months, but his current foster can no longer keep him. Now he’s searching for a forever home—or a new foster to help him along the way.
He’s still a puppy, working on his manners, and learning the “off” command when he jumps up to greet. Zeus loves to sit next to you on the sofa for pets, always keeps his favorite toys close, and is wonderfully calm for nail trims—a true gentleman in training!
✔ Dog-friendly (slow introductions best)
✔ Loves people & doesn’t mind cats
✔ Neutered, vaccinated & microchipped
Zeus is ready to bring snuggles, tail wags, and loyalty to his new family. 💖
George
George is a sweet 1–2-year-old Whippet/Hound mix with soulful eyes, wonderful whiskers, and a calm, pretty docile demeanor. He was dumped in Holualoa, emaciated, cold, and scared, but a Good Samaritan rescued him and reached out to KARES. We immediately stepped in with food, medicine, and care, and George has been thriving ever since.
When first rescued, George weighed just 28 lbs—today he’s a healthy 50 lbs and ready for a family to love him. He’s been in KARES care since December 2024, and it’s time to give him the best present ever: a forever home. 🎁💖
George loves being outdoors and running, and he gets along wonderfully with other dogs. He’s neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and ready for adventure—but he does not do well with cats or chickens.
If you’re looking for a loyal, affectionate companion who’s calm, docile, and ready to join you on all your adventures, George is your guy. 🐶
Lainey
Calling all Shar Pei lovers! Lainey isn’t just a pretty face—she’s a cuddly, intelligent, people-focused love bug with a heart as wrinkly as it is sweet. She’s got serious Velcro dog potential, sticking close to the people she loves.
Lainey was rescued off of Mud Lane in Waimea in January 2025, where she was sleeping on dumped tires, cold, scared, and filthy. After many baths, she has revealed a beautiful white and brown coat, showing off the sweet, resilient dog she truly is.
Her resilience and gentle nature are remarkable, especially after everything she’s endured. Lainey is approximately 2 years old, 40 lbs, and in excellent health. She’s currently thriving in a foster home, learning all the best doggie manners in preparation for her forever family.
Lainey loves people, kisses, snuggles, walks, and treats—but did we mention people? She does well with other dogs, though she prefers to be in charge. She has also done well with kids. While she’s curious about cats and possibly chickens, she has not shown aggression—she’s just a little interested in chasing them.
Lainey is ready to find a loving home where she can shower her family with affection, loyalty, and those irresistible Shar Pei wrinkles. 💖
Bella
Meet Bella! This sweet, energetic girl is full of life, loves to play, and is highly food motivated. Bella has been in foster for over a year, but there’s an urgent need to find her a new home—her foster will be leaving the island, and we’re concerned about the stress all these changes may cause her.
Bella walks best in a harness or vest, enjoys running around in a fenced yard, and absolutely loves to do the zoomies! She’s also fantastic with chickens.
Bella can be a little shy with strangers at first, but give her some treats and she’ll warm up in no time. She’s about 40 lbs, spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.
She’s doing great with her foster sister, but she needs slow introductions with other dogs and does not do well with cats.
Bella is looking for an owner who can be firm but kind, balancing love with leadership to help her thrive. She’s ready to bring her energy, personality, and affection to a forever home—and finding that home soon is critical for her well-being. 💖
Every one of these amazing dogs—Zeus, George, Lainey, Bella, and so many others—deserves a loving home where they can feel safe, cherished, and part of a family. Whether you’re looking to adopt, foster, or support in other ways, your help makes a life-changing difference!
💛 Fostering gives a dog a temporary safe place to rest and feel loved—it can be the difference between life and death.
🏡 Adopting gives a dog a forever home—and gives you a loyal best friend.
💸 Donating helps us provide food, medical care, and shelter to these animals while they wait.
You can change a life—maybe even your own. Please open your heart and your home. Every action matters. Every dog matters. Will you help today?
👉 Call KARES at 808-333-6299 or email us at kareshawaii@gmail.com
Feline Adoptions
KARES has partnered with feline rescue organizations to help find loving homes for these adoptable cats and kittens, ensuring they receive they find their forever homes. Click here to see the wonderful cats and kittens who are available for adoption.
FACEBOOK FEED
Our Facebook Feed is a great place to check for lost and found pets as well as dogs and cats who are in need of foster and adoptive homes. As much as we try to keep the website updated with the most current information, often we are in rescue mode. Our dedicated volunteers make sure to quickly post lost and found pets when we are contacted. Please visit our Facebook page!