2025 Year in Review
Thanks to the dedication of our volunteers and the incredible generosity of our donors, 2025 was a year of profound impact for Weimaraners across Southern California. We are thrilled to share the key metrics that show exactly where your support made the biggest difference.
The Numbers Behind the Success
Our operational data for 2025 showcases not just the volume of dogs saved, but the efficiency and success of our adoption program:
- Total Lives Changed: We added 62 dogs to our database this year, each one receiving the necessary care and commitment for a fresh start.
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Time is of the Essence: 16 Days to Adoption
- Perhaps the most compelling metric is the average time a dog spent in our program: just 16.0 days from intake to adoption (for dogs that were adopted). This rapid turnaround demonstrates our efficiency and commitment to moving dogs quickly from crisis to comfort, freeing up resources to help the next dog in need.
Understanding the Intake Crisis
By analyzing the reasons dogs come into our care, we can better understand where the need is most urgent:The data confirms that finding Stray Weimaraners remains our most frequent rescue scenario, accounting for over a third of our intake (35.5%). This highlights the continuous need for rescue teams to respond to dogs found on the streets or in shelters.
Furthermore, life changes continue to drive owner surrenders, with "No time" (22.6%) and "Moving or housing" (16.1%) being the next two largest categories. Your donations allow us to step in and offer a compassionate alternative when owners face difficult circumstances.
Who is Being Rescued?
The typical Weimaraner entering our program is an adult seeking a second chance.
- The average age of a dog at intake was 3.4 years.
- Adults (1-7 years old) make up the largest portion of our intake at 67.7%, proving that rescue is often needed long after the puppy stage.
Where are They Coming From?
- Los Angeles County accounted for the largest share of intake, with 23 dogs rescued, making up 37.1% of the total.
- Riverside County was the second busiest, contributing 14 dogs, or 22.6% of the total intake.
- Together, the top two counties (Los Angeles and Riverside) accounted for nearly 60% of all dogs added to the database.
- San Diego and San Bernardino counties also represented significant portions of the intake, each contributing 7 dogs or 11.3% of the total.
- The top five counties (Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego, San Bernardino, and Orange) together account for over 86% of all intake, demonstrating a regional focus.
Thank you. Every dollar you donate ensures we can continue to respond to a stray in need, take in a surrendered dog, and provide the medical care and love required to get them adopted in just over two weeks. We look forward to an equally impactful 2026!