Why Some Dogs Are Labeled “Unadoptable”
Misunderstood behaviors and medical issues often lead to labels; with care, many thrive.
Don’t Cage Me In Animal Rescue, Inc. is a cage‑free rescue and sanctuary in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We help every kind of dog—from easygoing family dogs to complex behavioral or medical cases—and we also rescue cats.
When adoption is right, we place pets in homes. When it isn’t, we promise life with dignity: no long‑term caging, no “out of time,” and no euthanasia for space or convenience—ever.
Open your heart and home to a rescue dog or cat. Even short-term fostering saves lives by giving animals a safe place while they wait for adoption or sanctuary.
Click Here to ApplyWe rely on community support to care for dogs and cats. Cash donations are especially helpful.
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PayPal direct: dcmitulsa@gmail.com
Note: We currently have plenty of leashes & collars.
Don’t Cage Me In Animal Rescue, Inc. is a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Download and print our most commonly used forms. These can be filled out and emailed back, or brought in person.
Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Email: dcmitulsa@gmail.com
Ask about current adoptable dogs and cats, or visiting a sanctuary dog with staff.
Guides, training tips, and the philosophy behind cage‑free sanctuary care.
Misunderstood behaviors and medical issues often lead to labels; with care, many thrive.
Long‑term caging harms welfare. A cage‑free model preserves dignity and reduces stress.
Hitting or yelling doesn’t teach dogs—it harms them. Learn the simple 3-step formula: Manage → Teach → Reinforce.
The 3‑3‑3 decompression timeline and reward‑based training basics.
From social media to community partnerships, proven methods help rescues connect animals with loving homes.
Schedules, praise, and set‑ups that prevent accidents from day one.
Mobility support, pain relief, gentle enrichment, and nutrition tips for comfort and dignity.
Gentle, step‑by‑step guidance to decompress, rebuild trust, and feel safe.
Why meat‑based diets are healthier, how to read labels, and which 5‑star foods to pick.
Set up your home to welcome foster dogs and puppies—create a safe, loving space for them to decompress, heal and thrive.
Open your home to foster cats and kittens with guidance on creating a safe space, providing essentials and helping them heal and grow.
Orphaned kittens rely on us for warmth, meals and bathroom breaks—here’s how to care for them from birth to eight weeks.
A step‑by‑step foster manual for abandoned puppies covering safety, setup, essential gear, age-by-age care, weaning & parasite control.
Free and low-cost tactics to drive traffic and inspire donations.
Learn to recognize early signs of separation anxiety in dogs and how to manage and prevent stress for faster progress.
Heartworm, skin and ear infections, dental disease, and mobility pain are common—but treatable.
Calm, structured walks—leadership, consistency, and energy control.
Step‑by‑step, reward‑based methods to teach core cues—plus troubleshooting, schedules, and FAQs.
Dogs communicate with posture, expression, tail, and voice. Learn early stress signs.
Practical guide to building a kit and responding to emergencies.
Simple routines that prevent pain and costly procedures.
Keep terminally ill dogs comfortable at home with compassionate routines.
Keep new or fearful dogs safe while they settle in.
Keep skin healthy and prevent painful mats with calm routines.
Make safe, simple treats at home with real ingredients.
Tire the brain for a calmer, happier dog—inside or out.
Plain‑English guide to picking a plan that fits your budget.
Help dogs feel safer at the vet with small, repeatable steps.
Practical management strategies and clear next steps.
From hot sidewalks to winter paws—quick gear and setup wins.
Kind adaptations that keep quality of life high.
Clear roles and a simple path to get involved today.
Small changes that add up to real health gains.
Protect animals with a clear checklist and reporting paths.
Prevention, emergency steps, and safe alternatives.
Know the risks and what to do fast in an emergency.
Free and low-cost strategies to get the word out, drive traffic and inspire donations.