TRI is a Grassroots, All-Volunteer, 501(c)(3 ) Non-Profit Organization with a
Mission to Find Forever, Loving Homes for
At-Risk Tollers.

So, you may be wondering, "What in the world is a Toller?".

“Toller” is short for Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.  A Toller is a highly intelligent, high energy, outdoor loving, easily trained, people loving breed that originated in Canada.  It is the provincial dog of Nova Scotia and is favored by many in the USA. 

Learn more about this amazing breed on our “About Tollers” tab

Like any other breed, the Toller sometimes find themselves in dangerous or neglectful situations.

This is where Toller Rescue, Inc. actively steps in, regardless of location, to assist a reported Toller in need!

TRI understands your donation is important to you, and how it's used is even more important:

Outreach

TRI works with other shelters, rescue organizations, even law enforcement in USA and Canada to rescue purebred Tollers and possible Toller mixes.

Health

TRI meets the medical needs of at-risk Tollers and possible Toller mixes regardless of location.

 

Education

TRI works with foster and adoptive Toller families to educate them on the Toller breed’s unique needs and personality.

Toller Rescue, Inc.
meets all needs of
at-risk Tollers:

  • Shelter
  • Foster Care
  • Adoption
  • Education
  • Veterinary Care
  • More
Injured Toller resized

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6 days ago

Toller Rescue Inc
🐾 TRI Fundraiser Raffle! 🐾

Win a Large PEMF Recovery Pad for your favorite pup—a $499 value!

PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) therapy is a wonderful tool to help support recovery, mobility, comfort, and overall wellness for active dogs, senior dogs, and canine athletes.

🎟 Tickets:
• 1 ticket – $20
• 3 tickets – $50

Only 150 tickets will be sold, so your odds are great!

To purchase your tickets, go to this link:
www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/pmf-raffle

The winning ticket will be drawn on August 16, or sooner if all 150 tickets sell out.

If you want to support zeffy feel free but if you just wanna pay the 20 or $50 make sure to hit the drop-down menu to other and then put in zero and you should be all set

Every ticket helps support the dogs of Toller Rescue Inc. Thank you for helping us give rescue dogs the care they deserve—and good luck! 🧡🐾
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6 days ago

Toller Rescue Inc
Dexx has been adopted.
We have a family who has been waiting. They’ve been approved for months and he’s just the perfect fit for them so I wanna thank everybody for their applications, but Dex has found his perfect home.

Meet Dexx! ❤️

Dexx is an 8-month-old neutered male who is up to date on all his vaccinations and ready to find the loving family he deserves.

When Dexx first arrived at the shelter, he was very underweight and had clearly not been given the care or love every puppy deserves. Since then, he’s been thriving with good food, attention, and affection—and his sweet personality has absolutely won everyone over. He currently weighs about 38 pounds and appears to be a Toller mix.

Dexx has been at the shelter for a couple of weeks, and he’s quickly become a staff favorite. He’s friendly with other dogs, enjoys people, and is just the sweetest little guy. We aren’t sure how he does with cats yet.

📍 Located in Kentucky, but transport to Pennsylvania can be arranged for the right home.

If you’ve been looking for a young, loving companion who is ready for a fresh start, Dexx may be the perfect match. Please reach out if you’re interested in giving this wonderful boy the forever home he deserves!

Please share to help Dexx find his family! 🐾 #family‼️ #family #tollerrescue #toller rescue #tollerrescueinc
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3 weeks ago

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Meet Buddy ❤️

Buddy is a sweet 15-year-old senior boy looking for a loving home to spend his golden years.

Sadly, Buddy’s owner is headed to memory care, and the family is unable to take him in. Buddy deserves a safe, comfortable place where he can be loved during this final chapter of his life.

🐾 15 years old
🐾 Fully vetted
🐾 Healthy and doing well
🐾 Gentle senior looking for a compassionate adopter or foster

Buddy may be in his senior years, but he still has plenty of love left to give. If you have room in your heart and home for an older gentleman who simply wants love and companionship, please consider Buddy.

📍 Located in DeKalb, Illinois

Older photo of Buddy

Please share to help Buddy find the loving home he deserves. ❤️🐾
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3 weeks ago

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This is the organization helping us get Wilma’s Wheels
They have been amazing

www.tysonsloveandhope.org/?fbclid=IwVERDUASnOClleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe6...

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3 weeks ago

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Meet Gunner!

Gunner is a handsome young boy who, at best, is a Toller mix—but quite likely he’s just a really good look-alike! Whatever his breed mix may be, he’s 100% adorable and full of personality.

At just over one year old, Gunner is looking for an active family who can give him the time, exercise, and attention he deserves.

🐾 Great with kids
🐾 Good with other dogs
🐾 Crate trained
🐾 Loves to play and has lots of energy
🐾 Up to date on vaccinations
🐾 Heartworm negative
🐾 Neutered

Gunner weighs @ 55 lbs

Gunner is very interested in cats and likes to chase them because he wants to play, not because he wants to hurt them. Unfortunately, some cats don’t appreciate his enthusiasm, so a home without cats—or with very dog-savvy cats and careful introductions—would probably be the best fit.

His family loves him dearly, but changes in work schedules mean Gunner is spending too much time in his crate and not getting the exercise and attention he needs. They’ve made the difficult and loving decision to find him a home where he can truly thrive.

Gunner is a happy, affectionate, energetic young dog who would love a family ready for adventures, walks, games of fetch, and plenty of cuddles.

📍 Located in Boonsboro, Maryland
📅 Age: Just over 1 year old

If you think Gunner might be the perfect addition to your family, please reach out to learn more about this sweet boy! 🐾❤️
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4 weeks ago

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Meet Wilma ❤️

Wilma is a 10-year-old Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever looking for a very special home.

Sadly, Wilma’s owner recently passed away, and we are working closely with her sister to help this sweet girl find the loving home she deserves.

Wilma is paralyzed in her rear legs, but don’t let that fool you—she still has plenty of love to give. We are currently helping arrange a set of wheels for her so she can enjoy greater mobility and continue to live life to the fullest.

And Wilma’s personality is every bit as wonderful as you could hope for. She loves everyone—kids, cats, dogs, and people of all ages. She is sweet, social, and enjoys being part of the family. If there is love to give, Wilma is ready to receive it and give it right back.

Wilma needs an adopter who is compassionate and committed to her care, including:

* Helping her get in and out of her wheelchair
* Providing any daily assistance she may need
* Making sure she gets appropriate exercise and enrichment
* Giving her the love, patience, and security she deserves

Wilma is currently located in the Gettysburg, Pennsylvania area.

If you have experience with special-needs dogs—or simply have a big heart and are willing to learn—please consider opening your home to this deserving girl. Senior dogs and disabled dogs have an incredible way of giving back the love they receive.

Wilma has lost her person, but she hasn’t lost her spirit. Let’s help this beautiful girl find the loving forever home she so deserves.

Please share Wilma’s story far and wide. ❤️🐾
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1 month ago

Toller Rescue Inc
Luc – 10-Year-Old Male Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

Luc is a 10-year-old male Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever seeking a calm, experienced, adult-only home where he can feel safe, secure, and understood.

Luc is highly intelligent, sensitive, and deeply devoted to his person. He thrives in quiet, structured environments with predictable routines. Once he feels comfortable, he is affectionate, loyal, and enjoys companionship while still valuing his independence.

Luc has many endearing qualities. He loves long naps in cozy hideaways, is obsessed with tennis balls, and enjoys playing fetch. Like many Tollers, he occasionally expresses his excitement with the famous "Toller scream." He enjoys following his favorite person around the house but is equally content relaxing on his own when he needs downtime.

A sporting breed at heart, Luc enjoys scent-based activities, sniff-heavy walks, snuffle mats, food puzzles, and other enrichment games. He is very food motivated and never forgets his nightly Greenie before bed. He also does well in structured daycare settings and especially enjoys water play and splash pads.

Luc does have behavioral challenges related to anxiety, fear-based reactivity, and resource guarding. He can become uncomfortable when feeling cornered, pressured, or approached too quickly, particularly by men. When stressed, he typically gives clear warning signals, including growling, before escalating. Because of this, he needs an experienced handler who understands canine body language, boundaries, and behavior management.

Luc's ideal home:

Adult-only household
No other pets
Calm, low-traffic environment
Experienced dog owner
Consistent structure, patience, and clear boundaries

Luc is neutered, house-trained, current on vaccinations, and maintained on regular flea, tick, and heartworm prevention. He has completed multiple training programs, understands basic commands, and benefits greatly from routine and consistency. He has no known medical issues and takes no daily medications.

This decision has been incredibly difficult and was made solely with Luc's best interests in mind. Over time, stress within the home contributed to increased protective and guarding behaviors surrounding his primary person. Despite extensive efforts to address these issues, it has become clear that Luc would have the best opportunity for success in a different environment.

Luc is not the right dog for every home, but for the right person, he has the potential to be an exceptionally loyal, intelligent, and rewarding companion. Trust with Luc is earned through patience, calm leadership, consistency, and respect for his boundaries. Once he feels safe, his playful, affectionate personality truly shines.

Additional information regarding Luc's routines, training history, and behavior will gladly be provided to help ensure a successful transition. #toller #tollerrescue #tollerrescueinc #tollerrescueincorporated #tollerrescuecalendar
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1 month ago

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Meet Mo!

Mo is an approximately 8-year-old Australian Shepherd mix who recently moved from Oklahoma to Texas with his family. He is a sweet, happy boy who enjoys being with his people, but he is having a difficult time adjusting to life with small children.

Because the activity and unpredictability of young children are stressful for him, his family has made the difficult decision to find him a home where he can be more comfortable and successful.

Mo Mo would do best in:

* An adult-only home
* A home where he can be the only dog
* A calm, predictable environment

Despite these challenges, Mo Mo is a loving, happy companion who deserves a family that understands his needs and can give him the peaceful home he is looking for.

If you think you might be the right match for Mo Mo, please reach out for more information. He deserves a second chance at a home where he can relax, thrive, and enjoy his golden years. ❤️🐾
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2 months ago

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ADOPTED:

Update Declan has landed in his new Foster situation and we will update people on Declan. He is still available for adoption. He has been moved to McHenry Illinois so if you are in that area, please let us know. Would like to meet Declan. He’s a sweet, sweet boy he’s had a hard six years and he needs a soft place to land.

🚨 Emergency Foster or Adopter Needed for Declan – Stow, Ohio Area 🚨

Toller Rescue Inc. is urgently seeking either an experienced foster or adopter for Declan to help avoid moving him multiple times during an already stressful transition.

Declan is an approximately 6-year-old neutered male who recently went into a foster-to-adopt home with wonderful, experienced adopters. Unfortunately, despite everyone’s best efforts, Declan’s nervous energy and quirks disrupted the household dog dynamic, and an altercation occurred last night in which Declan was injured. Thankfully, he was seen by the emergency vet and only required a couple of stitches.

Declan is VERY nervous, but he is also a very, very sweet boy. Time, patience, structure, and understanding are absolutely key for him. When stressed or overwhelmed in new environments, he can display odd behaviors such as air humping/excitement behaviors despite being neutered. These behaviors are stress-related and not aggression.

He is:
• Fully vetted
• Neutered
• Heartworm negative
• Currently on medication
• Eating a limited ingredient diet
• Awaiting allergy testing results, expected within the next few weeks

Declan will need a follow-up vet visit in approximately two weeks to have his stitches removed, and TRI will coordinate care wherever he is placed.

This boy truly deserves someone willing to see past the anxiety and give him the chance to decompress and feel safe.

Please, if you think you may be able to help Declan, reach out as soon as possible.

Wendy Shairs
Rescue Coordinator
Toller Rescue Inc.

#tollerrescue #rescuedog #fosterneeded #OhioDogs #adoptdontshop #dogrescue #tollermix #specialneedsdog #rescuedogsrock@every@everyoneLily Renée Hamilton O'Brien@
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2 months ago

Toller Rescue Inc
Update on Achilles 🐾💙
Achilles is still with us at the trainer’s and continues to make amazing progress every single day. After everything this sweet boy has been through, it has been incredible watching him learn to trust, gain confidence, and truly start enjoying life.
He is now ready to find his forever home.
Achilles has survived so much and deserves a family willing to give him the chance he never had before — a home filled with patience, structure, kindness, and love. He continues to thrive with training and guidance and would do best with adopters committed to helping him continue building on all the wonderful progress he has made.
We would still love to find him a home in or near Houston, Texas, so he can maintain his relationship with Kelly at Geronimo Kennels and continue benefiting from her support during the transition into family life.
Please consider opening your heart and home to Achilles. Dogs like him remind us what resilience truly looks like. 🐾
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2 months ago

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ADOPTED !!!!!!!!
Meet Max & Maggie ❤️

These beautiful 4-year-old littermates are a bonded pair currently settling into foster care while we begin their veterinary workup and get to know them better.

Max and Maggie have clearly been through a lot together, and ideally we would love to place them in a home together. That said, we are open to discussing separate placements if the right situation presents itself.

✨ Maggie
• Spayed female
• Has epilepsy that is successfully managed with medication
• Medication costs approximately $30/month or less
• Sweet girl, but can be selective with some smaller dogs due to being repeatedly harassed by one when she was younger
• Looking for understanding people who will continue her care and help her feel safe

✨ Max
• Loves everybody and everything
• Friendly, happy boy
• Will be neutered as part of his vetting process

Both dogs are currently in foster care and will be heading to the vet this week, so we expect to have more information soon regarding temperament, medical care, and ideal placement situations.

If you are interested in Max, Maggie, or possibly opening your home to both of them, please reach out. ❤️

#bondedpair #rescuedog #adoptdontshop #dogrescue #fosteringsaveslives #tollerish #rescuedismyfavoritebreed
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