we are a 501c3 proudly based in Reno, Nevada
Our Mission is to support families that need temporary foster care of pets while going through crisis.
BarkSide Rescue is a 501(c)(3) based in Reno, Nevada. Our mission is to provide short-term transitional housing for dogs whose owners of our community are temporarily unable to care for them. This includes individuals seeking medical or physical treatment, transitioning into temporary housing that does not allow pets, or facing other short-term crises. By offering this support, we aim to prevent dogs from entering local shelters and prioritize reunification with their original owners whenever possible. When reunification is not possible, we will responsibly place dogs for adoption.
During the dog’s time in our care, they will receive spay/neuter services, updated vaccinations, microchipping, and basic training under multi-award-winning canine trainer and behavior specialist, Joshua Green of BarkSide dog training.
OUR WHY
this means so much to us
We know how much it means to have a pet in your life. Our pets bring us so much love and companionship, and we would do anything for them because they are our family! Because of this, we may selflessly make decisions that are better for them but not for us. We want to give our community the opportunity to do what it takes to better themselves while knowing their family is being cared for too.
MEET OUR
devoted team leaders
With over seven years of experience in animal welfare, Julia has dedicated her career to improving the lives of animals in need. Julia’s passion for animal advocacy led her to return to school to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician, combining hands-on medical expertise with compassionate care.
Throughout her work, Julia has focused on keeping animals safe, healthy, and supported—especially during times of transition for both pets and their families. Julia’s commitment to ethical care, education, and community support is at the heart of her work with BarkSide Rescue.
Joshua brings over a decade of experience working with reactive and aggressive dogs, helping them develop safer behaviors and better outcomes.
He has volunteered countless hours with local shelters and rescue groups, focusing on dogs with behavioral challenges who are often overlooked. Joshua’s personal journey—including his own experiences with addiction and homelessness—deeply drives his passion for BarkSide Rescue’s mission to support both people and their pets during times of crisis.
As the owner of a multi-award-winning private dog training business in Reno, Josh combines expertise, empathy, and dedication to create meaningful, lasting change for dogs and the families who love them.
HELP US
We greatly look forward to our distribution days because we get to connect with our local community, have conversations, and of course provide some food and supplies to people and dogs in need.
The appreciation we receive from those in need is such a fulfilling and rewarding feeling, and we are just so grateful we can be a part of this.
