If you are considering adopting an English Setter rescue dog, click here to see all dogs currently  available and consider submitting an application. 

Here are some of our most recent rescues:

Augie

Augie is a 5 year old Orange Belton ES. He’s sweet and is learning about house training and manners in a foster home near Austin TX.

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Phoenix

Phoenix is a 3 year young Llewellen boy that found himself in a horrible situation in Texas. He’s safe now. Phoenix is housetrained, good with people, dogs and cats. This regal boy has a trot like a Tennessee Walker. He’s Velcro and he’d love another playful dog in the home and a person that is home some or most of the day.

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Kris

Kris is a 8 year young handsome boy that was left at a shelter in Oklahoma by his previous owner. Kris is in a foster home in Edmond, OK.

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English Setter News

Southwest English Setter Rescue

13 hours 58 minutes ago

As you might have seen from an earlier post about SWESR Kris, we have begun a new program called From Foster to Forever. We are See More

Southwest English Setter Rescue

1 day 12 hours ago

In late November 2023 Kris came into rescue as one of three English Setters owner surrendered to an Oklahoma municipal shelter. This particular shelter works See More

Southwest English Setter Rescue

4 days 13 hours ago

Featuring June's calendar contest winner - Cassie. Cassie loves car rides especially if they end at one of her favorite places for a walk. Being See More

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1 week 13 hours ago

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Southwest English Setter Rescue

1 week 3 days ago

Meet Joey! 🐶💙 This adorable, one-year-old English Setter is searching for a foster home where he can truly thrive. Joey may be a little cautious See More

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🐶 National Dog Rescue Day – Give an English Setter Their Second Chance! 🐶 Today we honor the incredible dogs waiting for a forever home. See More

About Us

Established in 2012, Southwest English Setter Rescue (SWESR) is incorporated in Texas and a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization.

Our founding members all have many years of experience in English Setter and other animal rescue groups. All of our volunteers share a love for English Setters and an in-depth understanding of this wonderful breed.