alberta Dog adoption & animal care center
Rescue. Rehome. Rebuild Lives.
Dog Adoption Across Alberta and the Prairies.
At Four Feet and a Heartbeat, we’re more than just a dog rescue—we’re a compassionate, no-kill animal sanctuary in Central Alberta with 6+ acres of land and 30+ years serving families across Western Canada. From spirited puppies to senior soulmates, from loyal livestock guardians to surprise rescues like llamas or goats, we give every animal the time, care, and heart they deserve.
About Us
Four Feet and a Heartbeat (formerly CARES K9 Country Orphanage) has been connecting pets to their forever homes for 30+ years.
Learn more about our mission, history and why we’re a top animal adoption and rescue centre in Central Alberta.
our adoptable dogs
🐾 Young Adult 🦴 Female
🐾 Adult 🦴 Male
🐾 Young Adult 🦴 Male
🐾 3 Year Old 🦴 Female
🐾 Puppy 🦴 Female
Our past & present partners
stories from our furever families
Read what our adopters, volunteers, and partners have to say about working with Four Feet and a Heartbeat. Their stories are the heart of our mission.
“We were looking for a farm dog, and what we found was so much more. Luna came from Four Feet and a Heartbeat and has completely changed our lives. She’s great with the kids, watches over the sheep, and is just a joy to be around. Thank you for not giving up on her!”
— James & Natalie W., Lethbridge, AB
“After months of searching for the right dog, we found Bella at Four Feet and a Heartbeat. The team was amazing—supportive, honest, and genuinely invested in making sure we were the perfect match. Bella’s now a part of the family, and we couldn’t be happier.”
— Lisa M., Edmonton, AB
“Four Feet and a Heartbeat gave our sweet boy, Rusty, a second chance. We adopted him after he’d been at the rescue for over a year. They never gave up on him—and now neither will we.”
— Ahmed & Julie R., Calgary, AB
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