Give a rescue dog
the adventure of a lifetime.
A PUPcation is when you take one of our rescue dogs off-site for a day out, a weekend adventure, or even a full week — then return them to their boarding facility. It's one of the most fun ways to help a dog in need.
What is a PUPcation?
A dog outing. A life changed.
Our rescue dogs spend time in boarding facilities while waiting for their forever family. A PUPcation gives them something incredible in the meantime — a real adventure with a caring person who wants to show them a great time.
Whether it's a morning hike, a beach day, a weekend road trip, or just a cozy few nights on your couch — every PUPcation helps a dog build confidence, experience new things, and become more adoptable.
Day Trip
A few hours out
Weekend Stay
A couple of days
Extended Stay
Up to a week
Simple Process
How PUPcations Work
Four easy steps from application to adventure.
Apply
Fill out our online application or download the PDF form. Tell us about yourself and which dog you'd like to take on a PUPcation.
Get Approved
Our PUPcation coordinator will review your application and connect with you to confirm dates, times, and pickup details.
Pick Up & Adventure
Pick up your pup and head out! Show them a great time — walks, parks, beaches, hiking, or just couch cuddles. You're the boss.
Return & Report
Drop the dog back at their boarding location and send a quick text to your coordinator. Then fill out a fun report card within 72 hours!
Before You Apply
PUPcation Rules
The safety and wellbeing of every dog comes first. All participants must agree to these guidelines.
Dogs can only be walked by persons 18 years of age or older.
Dogs must remain on a short leash at all times when not inside an enclosed structure (a secured fence, house or building). While in public areas, the dog leash must be held securely using leash loop at all times.
No interactions with other animals without prior approval from the PUPcation coordinator and successful introductions.
Dog must not be left unattended inside a vehicle.
Dog must not be left unattended in a structure that is not temperature-controlled, or tethered outside.
Dog must be picked up and dropped off at the agreed-upon dates and times and within the boarding facility's stated hours.
Send a text to the PUPcation coordinator when the dog has been returned.
A PUPcation report card must be emailed to the coordinator within 72 hours of each PUPcation.
Photos/videos of the dog during activities are encouraged and should be emailed to the coordinator for social media use. Do not include children unless you are their parent/guardian.
Angels to the Animals, Inc. is not responsible for any damage or injury caused by the dog while in your care.
When transporting a dog in a vehicle, the dog must be secured using a crate, dog seatbelt, or tether.
If the dog becomes sick or injured, immediately contact the PUPcation coordinator.
Ready to take a dog on the adventure of their life?
Apply online in minutes, or download and return the PDF form. Our PUPcation coordinator will be in touch to get you matched with your perfect pup.