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Who is GARR?
GARR is comprised of men and women from the veteran and emergency responder communities. We have all come together to share our passion and love for animals with a common goal of helping those in need. Our team has a multitude of training and real-world experience to bring to the table which will maximize our ability of helping animals and their humans. We adhere to ICS protocols in our response to crisis, which allows us to integrate into, and function in, a multitude of scenarios.
Our Mission
Our mission is to globally respond to animals in times of crisis, both natural and manmade, while providing technical expertise and compassion to those in need. Our primary focus is to rescue, protect, aid, and assist animals and their human caretakers when they need it the most. Global Animal Rescue And Response is an IRS registered 501(c)3 not for profit organization.
FAQ
What areas does GARR serve?
We can respond both in the United States and worldwide when needed.
What training does your team have?
Our team is trained and experienced in many aspects of rescue including shelter setup and operations, water rescue, confined space rescue, high/vertical angle rescue, ground search and rescue (GSAR), and hazardous materials (HAZMAT).
What happens to the animals you rescue?
We make every effort to reunite animals with their owners. If this cannot be done immediately, we will ensure the animals receive the best care possible either at our temporary shelter, or at the facility that covers the area in which we are working.
What types of animals will you rescue?
To begin with, all lives matter to us. If there is an animal in need, we will do our best to save it. This includes, but is not limited to, dogs, cats, horses, cows, pigs, goats, sheep, poultry, exotics, etc. We have the ability and experience to work with almost any type of animal within our team.
Do you have a shelter I can visit to adopt animals from you?
We are not a shelter-based organization. When we respond, we work with established agencies who normally have facilities already in place. When needed, we will establish emergency shelters and staff them until a more permanent solution can be found and handed off for long-term care.
What type of situations will you respond to?
We will respond to animal needs in situations such as hurricanes, floods, tornados, wildfires, earthquakes, and even war.
What types of donations do you accept?
Financial donations are the easiest to manage. Since each response is different with a unique set of circumstances, the material requirements are constantly changing. Financial donations allow us to purchase what is initially needed until we can set up a point locally to receive donated material items.
Where do my donations go?
Donations go towards the costs associated with rescuing and helping animals. All our team members are volunteers, and currently no one receives any pay for their time or efforts. Costs can include travel, supplies, food, veterinary care, and necessities for our response team.
Are my donations tax deductible?
Yes. All donations are tax deductible as Global Animal Rescue And Response is an IRS recognized 501(c)3 non-profit organization. All donors will receive a donation letter for your taxes.
Can I volunteer to help without specialized rescue training?
Absolutely. We are always looking for volunteers to help with the intake and care of the animals we bring back from the field, along with other administrative roles during responses. During non-response times, we are happy to have help with administrative tasks, grants sourcing, and fundraising.
Van Repair Update (22 April 2026)
As you can see by this photo taken an hour ago, the van is a mess. Right now, the top half of the motor is off and being repaired. All of the valves and the valve guides have to be replaced, as they were damaged from being overheated. The lower half, or the block, is going to be next after the head is rebuilt and repaired. Yes, the whole engine is having to come out for repair. It also appears that the heater core likely has been clogged from the introduction of stop leak into the motor. (It was not us who put it in.) If this turns out to be an accurate diagnosis, the whole dashboard will need to come out to replace the heater core, which will be another three days of work.
This is not the way at all we wanted to start this trip. But we also cannot and will not take the van into the hot zones for evacuations if it is not running 100%. Right now, it is far from that. We will not risk our lives or the lives of the animals and people we are entrusted to evacuate to safety. If we cannot ensure with certainty that we will not have issues, then we will not go on evacuations. We know this is not what our followers want to hear, but safety is paramount to anything else on missions.
So at this point, we are stuck waiting for the repairs to be finished, and hope we have the ability to pay for them when they are. This is why we need your help to ensure we can get this done and get back to the business of saving lives.
The animals are out there waiting for us to come for them............
We are Global Animal Rescue And Response and helping those in need is what we do.
🙏 Every donation makes a life-saving difference.
🔗 Donate: www.globalanimalrescueandresponse.org/donate
📧 PayPal: www.paypal.me/Garrdonations
📱 Venmo: @garrdonations
🏦 IBAN: UA08 305299 0262 0364 0096 8743337
#WeStandWithUkraine
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Ralph 9 Months Later (19 July 2025- 17 April 2026)
This is Ralph the day I found him in the garbage dump waiting to die, and now nine months later. To say the change is remarkable is an understatement. He has gone from a dog who we were unsure if he would even survive the night to the incredible survivor that he is today. We have gone from a dog who we were unsure of plans for the following day to a dog who we are now beginning to plan his trip to the US.
He is not out of the woods yet because he still has additional heartworm treatments to go through before we can even consider the next steps. But along the way there have been some incredible people and orgs that have helped Ralph get to where he is. We have thanked them before but want to thank them again so no one forgets who helped him get to this point, and to show that it truly takes a village.
To begin with Доступна Стерилізація who we were working with when I found Ralph in the garbage dump. Natasha, Yulia, and Marina allowed Ralph to come with us and helped with initial treatments to stabilize his fragile and broken body and spirit. Ukie of course, who became Ralph's motivation and best friend in the world throughout his entire ordeal. WOW Ukraine - Animal Shelter who took Ralph and Ukie in to prepare them for their journeys to a better life. Without Lionel, Nicole, Andy, and their volunteers, this would not have been possible. And to Majsan who brought Ralph toys, bedding, and other gifts from Sweden several times since he arrived at WOW.
Most importantly, we want to thank all of you who have helped with Ralph's meds, the costs of his treatments, and who cheered him on over the past nine months. Without our followers and supporters, success stories like Ralph's would not be possible. It is because of you that we are able to help the animals here in Ukraine and beyond that we do, and to help the incredible people who care for them. For that, words are just not enough to express our gratitude.
But THANK YOU! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!!!
We are Global Animal Rescue And Response and helping those in need is what we do.
🙏 Every donation makes a life-saving difference.
🔗 Donate: www.globalanimalrescueandresponse.org/donate
📧 PayPal: www.PayPal.me/garrdonations
📱 Venmo: @garrdonations
🏦 IBAN: UA08 305299 0262 0364 0096 8743337
#WeStandWithUkraine
#Ukraine #dogs #dog #dogsofinstagram #puppy #puppies #puppiesofinstagram #puppylove #cats #cat #kittens #kitten #catsofinstagram #animalrescue #animals #Compassion #charity #Odessa #Kherson #kharkiv #kyiv #dnipro #animallover #germanshepherd #hope #caring #Ralph #rescuedogs