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Animal Rescue & Final Sanctuary For "Unadoptable" Animals

We rescue all dogs and cats. Friendly, adoptable pets are matched to loving homes. Dogs who are not safe to place—or simply can’t be placed—receive lifelong, cage‑free Final Sanctuary with us.

Our Mission

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.

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HOW WE CARE – Dogs & Cats, Adoptable & Sanctuary/Unadoptable

How We Care

  1. Caring for All: We welcome every animal in need—dogs and cats alike—whether adoptable or those who require lifelong sanctuary.
  2. Adoption Support: For adoptable animals, we provide the medical care, socialization, and training that help them find forever homes.
  3. Veterinary Care: From routine checkups & spaying/neutering to pain management, we ensure every animal receives the medical support they need.
  4. Safe Sanctuary: Cage-free, permanent refuge for unadoptable dogs and cats, giving them dignity, comfort, and love.
  5. Behavioral Understanding: Every personality is respected—we accept each animal as they are, without forcing them to “fit” expectations.
  6. Daily Enrichment: Toys, safe spaces, cozy bedding, and playtime keep both dogs and cats mentally stimulated and emotionally secure.
FOSTERS WANTED! Click here to apply — happy rescue dogs

Fosters Wanted!

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.

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Forms

Download and print our most commonly used forms. These can be filled out and emailed back, or brought in person.

Adoption Application

For families looking to adopt a dog or cat.

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Foster Application

Temporary homes make a huge difference.

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Volunteer Signup

Get involved with hands-on care, events, and transport.

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Contact

Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma

Email: dcmitulsa@gmail.com

Ask about current adoptable dogs and cats, or visiting a sanctuary dog with staff.

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Articles

Guides, training tips, and the philosophy behind cage‑free sanctuary care.

Why Some Dogs Are Labeled “Unadoptable”

Philosophy Behavior Health

Misunderstood behaviors and medical issues often lead to labels; with care, many thrive.

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Why Cage‑Free Matters

Philosophy

Long‑term caging harms welfare. A cage‑free model preserves dignity and reduces stress.

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Stop Hitting & Yelling: Teach Dogs the Right Way

Training Welfare

Hitting or yelling doesn’t teach dogs—it harms them. Learn the simple 3-step formula: Manage → Teach → Reinforce.

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Foster & Adopter Guide: Decompression and Training

How-To Behavior

The 3‑3‑3 decompression timeline and reward‑based training basics.

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Methods of Finding Adopters for Rescue Animals

Adoption Marketing Outreach

From social media to community partnerships, proven methods help rescues connect animals with loving homes.

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Potty Training Guide for New Dogs

How-To

Schedules, praise, and set‑ups that prevent accidents from day one.

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Caring for Senior Sanctuary Dogs

Health

Mobility support, pain relief, gentle enrichment, and nutrition tips for comfort and dignity.

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Helping a Dog Heal from Trauma

Care

Gentle, step‑by‑step guidance to decompress, rebuild trust, and feel safe.

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Choosing the Right Dog Food

Nutrition

Why meat‑based diets are healthier, how to read labels, and which 5‑star foods to pick.

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