Wags & Wiggles Rescue

We’re seeing a heartbreaking rise in dumped, abandoned, and unclaimed dogs in our area. In less than two weeks alone, we’ve taken in 6 community-trapped dogs.These are dogs Lost dogs of Fort Wayne traps and no owner is found. To clarify found reports are made and these pups all went through the proper stray hold. We make extensive efforts to locate owners.

We want to ask the public: why do you think this is happening?

One issue we’re seeing more often is microchips that are unregistered or have outdated information. A microchip only works if it’s registered with current contact details.

Please check:
• Is your pet microchipped?
• Is the chip registered?
• Is your contact information up to date?

We’d also love your thoughts:
• Is the economy a factor?
• Housing issues?
• Lack of affordable vet care?
• Behavioral challenges/ afraid of using the shelter
• People underestimating the commitment of pet ownership?

This isn’t about shame — we truly want to understand what’s happening in our community as shelters, rescues, and animal welfare workers become overwhelmed.

Please keep comments respectful. We’d love to hear your perspective.

Below are some of our most recent community dogs who are or will be available soon!