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.
TJ
TJ is 6 years young. He is sweet and timid. His owner passed away and he was a kennel/hunting dog but it turns out that hunting is not his thing. TJ would rather be sitting in your lap. TJ is is in a foster home in Oklahoma City, OK.
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Sydney
Sydney is a big, beautiful 12-year-old registered bench setter who came to live with us in February 2024. Sadly, Sydney’s owner had developed dementia and it became clear to her family that she could no longer care for Sydney. SWESR was asked to help find a new home for Sydney. Her breeder flew in from several states away to coordinate her transfer to our care.
Ranger
Many of our readers will be familiar with Ranger. The black and white dog with the two distinctive black eye masks, as of this writing he is the dog on the cover banner for Southwest English Setter Rescue’s (SWESR) Facebook page. Anyone with SWESR calendars from years past will have seen Ranger gracing a monthly page. His markings are naturally stunning, and, let’s be honest, it helps to have parents who know their way around a camera.
Misty
Misty’s story is one of love, resilience, and the unbreakable bond between a family and their dog. It all began when Misty, a sweet little English Setter puppy who happened to be born deaf, was surrendered by her original owners when she was 3 1/2 months old. They didn’t want her because they felt that she would be unable to hunt due to her inability to hear.
Fate had better plans for Misty. She found her way into the loving care of her Southwest English Setter Rescue (SWESR) foster mom, Sherry. Sherry is a kind and caring woman with a heart of gold who would train and care for Misty until she could find her forever family.
English Setter News
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Augie is going to evolve into a genuinely spectacular dog for the right adopter. His previous owner told a rescuer “come get this dog, or See More
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It’s National Dog Day so Augie says let’s flood Facebook and Instagram with photos of your pet! Remember Augie is available for adoption. You can See More
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Rope toys can be very dangerous to dogs. Search your dog’s toy boxes and throw all rope toys away, including the toys that have ropes See More
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Stevie was the winner of this years SWESR photo contest and will receive this beautiful painting of her done by Danica Pouka Art & Photography. See More
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Sydney’s story, as told by her parents (Mom Lee, and Dad Brian) Sydney is a big, beautiful 12-year-old registered bench setter who came to live See More
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Southwest English Setter Rescue
Meet August's calendar contest winner - Benny. Benny is at least 10 years old and still going strong. A goofy foodie (he appreciates good food See More
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Three-year-old Nelson had an unstable start in life. What is known of his history is that an owner of his moved away and, viewing Nelson 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.
