Starfish Dogs Foundation
Ranked #3 in Carmichael and #182 in California
Service area: Carmichael, CA and surrounding Sacramento County area
Service Overview
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
About the Trainer
Starfish Dogs Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the needs of rescued, medically fragile, and older dogs. The foundation ensures that 100% of every donated dollar directly benefits the dogs.
Their mission is to raise and distribute funds to cover veterinary bills, food, and ongoing medical needs for dogs, aiming to prevent owners from having to make difficult choices due to illness. They also strive to give every rescued dog a second chance at a loving, pain-free existence or compassionate end-of-life care.
The organization actively helps foster pups from shelters like Front Street, supports high-cost medical care for dogs that have been overbred, abused, or discarded due to age, and assists individuals on fixed incomes with monthly medication costs for their pups. They also support other animal sanctuaries and rescues. The team is 100% volunteer, ensuring all donations go directly to the care of dogs in need. The foundation was inspired by a pup named June, rescued from a puppy mill in 2019, highlighting their commitment to providing love, compassion, and healthcare to dogs deserving a second chance.
Accomplishments
Starfish Dogs Foundation is a registered nonprofit organization with Federal ID#: 84-5026915. They have successfully funded the work of helping pups in need and matching them to their forever homes.
The foundation actively supports several animal welfare organizations, including HartSong Ranch Animal Sanctuary, 4EverYoursRescue, Soft Paws Rescue, Gunter’s Legacy, Front Street Animal Shelter, and Bradshaw Animal Shelters.
Their team is 100% volunteer, ensuring that every penny of every donated dollar directly goes to the care of dogs in need.
How to Get Started!
To get involved, individuals can sign up for their email list for updates. Donations are accepted via VENMO (@StarfishDogs), PayPal, or by sending a check to their address.
Supporters can also contribute by selecting Starfish Dogs Foundation as their charity on AmazonSmile, where a percentage of purchases will be donated. Additionally, items can be purchased from their wish list on Chewy.com.
For urgent requests, email Denyne@starfishdogs.com or message them on WhatsApp at (916)396-9076. They also encourage temporary fostering for dogs in need, with inquiries directed via email.

Contact Information
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking