Rescue Dogs
How Starmark Students Help Local Rescues
Starmark Academy for Professional Dog Trainers works with several Austin area dog rescues to train homeless dogs and place them in caring homes. The students of Starmark Academy work with their assigned rescue dog for up to twelve weeks in basic obedience, then move on to agility, off-leash handling, scent detection, search and rescue, or tricks, depending on the dog’s abilities. Starmark Academy provides boarding, food, and training to these dogs at no charge to the rescue groups for the duration of the training program.
Starmark Academy, with the help of our amazing students, has provided training to an estimated 1,200 homeless dogs. The Academy has donated approximately 3.6 million dollars in products and services to local rescue organizations.
Available Dogs
If you are interested in adopting any of the dogs listed below, please contact the rescue group/shelter they are from. The adoption process and visits will be coordinated with the rescue group/shelter.
Babba
Bastrop County Animal Services
Babba is a very friendly, smart boy! He has learned so many new things with his student trainer, is excited to continue learning, and hopes to find his perfect human soon!
Interested in adopting or meeting Babba? Please contact Bastrop County Animal Services!
Riley
German Shepherd Rescue of Central Texas
Riley is working hard with his student trainer to ensure he is ready for his new forever family! He loves to play and learn new things! He is currently adoptable through German Shepherd Rescue of Central Texas. If you are interested in meeting Riley, please contact the rescue!
Marley
German Shepherd Rescue of Central Texas
Marley is a sweet and bouncy pup, currently undergoing 12 weeks of training, and searching for the perfect home! If you would like to consider adopting or meeting Marley, please reach out to German Shepherd Rescue of Central Texas!
Napoleon
Aggieland Humane Society
This handsome man is currently adoptable through Aggieland Humane Society! He has been so patient in his search, but remains hopeful that his FURever family is out there! If you are interested in meeting Napoleon, or learning more about him, please don't hesitate to reach out to the rescue!
Keisha
Bastrop County Animal Services
Keisha is having an awesome time with us, learning all about obedience, tricks, and manners, and is ready to find the perfect home! She is such a sweet, happy, friendly girl! If you would like to consider adopting or meeting Keisha, please contact Bastrop County Animal Services!
Anna
Pflugerville Animal Welfare Services
Anna is a very sweet and playful girl! She is currently looking for a home that's willing to provide all of the toys and treats her heart desires! After completing her 12 weeks of training, Anna will be at Pflugerville Animal Welfare Services! They are taking inquiries regarding her adoption NOW! If you are interested in meeting Anna, please give them a shout!
Susie
Aggieland Humane Society
Susie is a kind soul who loves to cuddle, play, and learn! She cannot wait to find her forever family and show them everything she has learned! If you are interested in Susie, please reach out to Aggieland Humane Society!
Freya
Bastrop County Animal Services
Freya is currently working with a student trainer, throughout 12 weeks of obedience training, to perfect her manners for a forever family! She is adoptable through Bastrop County Animal Services and is looking forward to meeting you! Please contact the rescue to schedule an introduction!
Sasha
SPCA of Brazoria County
Sasha is a sweet girl that loves snuggles! She is extremely driven, eager to please, and eager to find her perfect human! If you would like to consider adopting Sasha, please contact SPCA of Brazoria County with any inquiries you may have!
Bruno
SPCA of Brazoria County
Bruno is ecstatic to be learning all about basic obedience, manners and more! He is so ready to show off his new skills in a FURever home! He is adoptable through SPCA of Brazoria County. If you are interested in meeting Bruno, please contact the rescue for more information!
Kodak
SPCA of Brazoria County
Kodak is a handsome and energetic guy, who is currently available for adoption! He's having a blast working with his student trainer to be the most well-behaved boy in a new FURever home! If you are interested in learning more about Kodak, please don't hesitate to reach out to the rescue, SPCA of Brazoria County!
Atara
Pflugerville Animal Welfare Services
Atara is a fun, chatty girl that loves to bounce around and tell stories! She's learning so much with her student trainer and is ecstatic to show a new family her spontaneous personality, as well as her newly learned skills!
Interested in Atara? Please contact Pflugerville Animal Welfare Services!
Tortilla
SPCA of Brazoria County
Tortilla is having a great time learning all about cool tricks, manners, obedience, and more! She is such a happy, sweet dog and is searching for the perfect home! If you are interested in Tortilla, you can contact the rescue, SPCA of Brazoria County, with any questions that you may have!
Dominique
Pflugerville Animal Welfare Services
Dominique, or “Domi”, is a really snuggly girl! She loves being active and learning new things, but can also make the perfect couch potato! If you are interested in adopting or meeting Dominique, please direct all inquiries to Pflugerville Animal Welfare Services!
Cornflake
Pflugerville Animal Welfare Services
Cornflake is a super sweet girl! She is extremely driven, loves to learn, and loves to keep active! Please reach out to Pflugerville Animal Welfare Services if you are interested in getting to know Cornflake!
Carter
Pflugerville Animal Welfare Services
Carter is a sweet, independent boy who loves being able to run around and do his own thing! He is adoptable through Pflugerville Animal Welfare Services. If you are interested in meeting Carter, please don't hesitate to contact the rescue!
Danica
SPCA of Brazoria County
Danica is a really sweet girl who is learning all kinds of new things! She can't wait to show off her new manners and tricks in a FURever home! If you are interested in adopting Danica, please contact SPCA of Brazoria County!
SlimJim
Bastrop County Animal Services
SlimJim is a sweet and handsome boy! He is currently perfecting his manners, during 12 weeks of obedience training, to be the best boy he can be! If you would like to consider adopting or meeting SlimJim, please contact Bastrop County Animal Services!
Charlie
Bastrop County Animal Services
Charlie is having a blast learning all about manners, obedience, and even some cool tricks! Charlie is a fun, happy dog looking for a forever home! Please contact the rescue, Bastrop County Animal Services, with any inquiries!
Scarlett
Pflugerville Animal Welfare Services
Scarlett is a beautiful, observant dog who loves to explore and play, and be loved on! She is currently working with her student trainer on manners, obedience, and agility! If you are interested in Scarlett, please contact Pflugerville Animal Welfare Services!
Atticus
Emily's Legacy Rescue
Atticus is a happy, handsome guy, who is currently going through 12 weeks of obedience training, and is available for a FURever home! If you are interested in adoption, please don't hesitate to reach out to the rescue, Emily's Legacy Rescue!
Russell
SPCA of Brazoria County
Russell is a very smart and loving boy! He absolutely loves ear scratches and is looking for a home with plenty of scratches to give! Please contact SPCA of Brazoria County with any inquiries about this handsome boy!
Turtle
Aggieland Humane Society
Turtle is a sweet, extremely playful boy that loves to speak and explore! He is adoptable through Aggieland Humane Society! If you are interested in meeting Turtle, please don't hesitate to contact the rescue!
Wally
Bastrop County Animal Services
Wally is a sweet and bouncy boy, undergoing 12 weeks of obedience training, looking for the perfect home! If you would like to consider adopting or meeting Wally, please reach out to Bastrop County Animal Services!
Zack
Emily's Legacy Rescue
Zack is a super fun guy who is learning all about basic obedience and manners. He can't wait to show off his skills in a FURever home! If you are interested in adopting Zack, please contact Emily's Legacy Rescue for more info.