Every Pup Deserves a Loving Home
At #LovePup, every dog is family. We rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome pups with love and care, one tail at a time.
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Dogs Adopted from #LovePup
Spent on "A Dog is Forever" Program
Dogs Microchipped Through "It's Hip To Chip" Program
Creating a World Where Every Pup Finds a Loving Home
It all began in 2014 when a single foster Chihuahua sparked a passion for rescue in our family. What started with one dog quickly grew, and soon our home was filled with pups finding comfort and love. Helping that first dog find her forever home brought us such joy that we knew we had to continue.
Today, we’ve rescued, rehabilitated, and placed over 1,000 dogs through #LovePup. Thanks to incredible support, we opened our dream shelter in 2021, right here in Scottsdale, featuring 14 kennels and ample indoor and outdoor space. Every dog receives comprehensive care—vaccinations, microchipping, spay/neuter services, and endless love—becoming part of the #LovePup family until they find their furever family.
We believe every dog deserves a happy ending and are committed to a future where every dog has a loving home. Until then, we’ll continue our mission: rescuing with heart, one wag at a time.
Grateful,
Johnjay & Blake Van Es
Founders, #LovePup
Our Generous Sponsors and Donors
From Shelter to Furever Home Our Success Stories
“When I saw Winnie on the #LovePup website and heard her story, I thought we could give her a loving home. We contacted #LovePup and from the beginning they were so helpful. You can tell they put in time and training to make sure the pups are ready to be adopted. Winnie has been such a wonderful addition to our family. She is my kids best friend, and so loving with them. I’m so thankful they will always remember visiting the #LovePup rescue and tell the story on how we adopted Winnie. My daughter even says she wants to work at LovePup when she grows up! We will continue to support #LovePup in any way and I'm grateful they brought Winnie into our lives.”
Brooke & Winnie
A Tale of Unconditional Love
"I started Volunteering with LovePup July 2021; by August 2021 Cinnamon came home with me as a foster. Four years and a second LovePup later, it's safe to say we failed horribly as fosters. Before Cinnamon, I swore I would never own a Chihuahua, but her puppy dog eyes that are fading with age drew me in. Proof that you just need to give a shelter dog a chance in a real home to see them reach their potential. She loves people, carrots, and her Costco size bed. She hates other animals, but tolerates her new Chihuahua brother, Walter (Adopted from LovePup May 2025). We are now strictly a geriatric Chihuahua only household. They are full of personality- both loving and sassy. We are grateful for everyday we get with our LovePups and don't take a moment for granted."
Amber & Cinnamon
The Power of Second Chances
"I first saw Roo (then Toto) on social media after losing my dog, Mo, and couldn’t resist fostering him. Though I was told he’d been surrendered for aggression, I quickly learned he was just a small dog with a giant spirit. Roo thinks he’s the boss, always protecting his people and even challenging pigeons if needed. At first, I wasn’t sure because he was smaller than my usual dogs, but once he settled in alongside my other foster, Daisy, his sweet, funny, protective side came through. He’s my “little big man,” full of love, jealousy, and charm, and it didn’t take long before I knew I couldn’t let him go."
Nikki & Roo
From Fear to Family
Helping Animals, Building Community
At #LovePup, we’re more than a rescue, we’re a movement. Through adoption, fostering, and community care, we’re creating brighter futures for dogs and the people who love them.
Their Second Chance Starts With You
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