I set up an appointment with a foster mom, Cathy, for Hail Mary Rescue to meet a different dog, but my dog, Molly, didn’t seem to click with that dog. Cathy asked if we’d be interested in seeing another dog who is friendly and likes to run which Molly loves to do. Even before Cathy and the other dog was in our sight, Molly’s tail started to wag so fast that I just knew that was the dog Molly chose. Instantly, Molly and Phoenix ran around and played. I didn’t want to bring Calvin home that day and leave for work the very next day. Cathy was flexible enough for me to come back on my day off to pick him up in order for me to spend 2 full days with the dogs before I headed back to work. Hail Mary Rescue’s adoption process has been seamless, quick yet thorough, and very accommodating. Thank you for making it easy! Thank you Cathy and all the wonderful fosters out there giving dogs the opportunity to be themselves to be able to become more adoptable.
Hail Mary is a wonderful organization that really works to save animals and place them in the best homes. Max became a family member in the spring of 2020 and we have loved him ever since!
I have fostered over 200 dogs and in recent years have become more selective with the agencies I deal with. Hail Mary is my favorite rescue for a couple reasons. The first reason is the excellent organization and communication. I always know exactly what to expect and get realistic timelines on how long I will be caring for my foster. This is important because too often a dog gets left with me without a solid plan for adoption or sometimes even needed medical care. Hail Mary always vets their dogs before they come into my home so my other animals are not at risk. I also love that I am kept up to date with the adoption of my foster pets. I get very attached to my fosters and I don’t want my animals just disappearing on some transport never to be heard of again. It’s important to me to see the happy ending for each dog I take into my home and HailMary never disappoints. I had burned out on fostering because of different issues that go with it and feel again like I am making a difference. Here are two of my newest Hail Mary fosters saved from euthanasia list.
We rescued our youngest pup through Hail Mary Rescue. We had very specific criteria for temperament because we needed a dog who would get along with our current male and a dog who would also make a good therapy dog. Cathy was so helpful during the entire process. She met with us multiple times, to allow us to meet the dog, then allow our male to meet her. She was never pushy, never gave us a hard sell; she really and truly wanted what was best for the dog. We brought the puppy home for an adoption trial and never looked back. She gets along great with our male, they romp and play, and she is keeping him young. She is also going to be an amazing therapy dog. She has charmed everyone she meets. We are so grateful that Hail Mary Rescue 1) pulled her from the shelter in St. Tammany Parish and 2) kept her in foster care for 7 months because she was just waiting for us to find her. I would definitely recommend (and, in fact, I already have) this organization to friends. They have heart, they take great care of the dogs, and they truly want the best fit.
I am a foster mom/volunteer for Hail Mary Rescue. I do so because I truly love dogs, but so does this rescue! One of their mottos is””Moving heaven and to help shelter dogs.” This is exactly what they do. Volunteers work together to ensure everything runs smoothly from shelter, to Vet, to foster homes. I am proud to be part of this organization!
I volunteer with this organization because they truly live their mottos "TOGETHER we make it BETTER" and "Moving Heaven and Earth to improve the lives of shelter animals". Hail Mary volunteers come together and come through for fundraisers, transports, events...because it makes life better for abused and abandoned companion animals.
I have worked with Hail Mary Rescue in many capacities, and I'm always so proud of the work this group does.
I have recommended Hail Mary Rescue to every person I meet who's looking for a dog! Even though we live in North Carolina, it is so worth the effort to reach out to HM to find a great dog. I tell them about my wonderful experience getting Gemma (formerly Shea) , who's the best dog ever.!! There is something special and quite extraordinary about the fosters and coordinators who make up the HM team. Their dedication and willingness to do whatever they can to find good homes for so many dogs just really stands out. I am so thankful to have Gemma by my side.
I cannot thank this rescue enough! We had lost our 13y.o. Border mix 13 years to the month from when we adopted her at St. Tammany shelter (also awesome). I had gone there to drop off unused meds when I saw a little black/white fluff in one of the 3 outside kennels getting sun time. I asked and was told that she was reserved for Hail Mary. I completed an application on Hail Mary's website and Mary called me the following morning to say she was ours.
Dodie (volunteer/foster) took care of her for 3 days until our pickup date. She delivered a fun, energetic, well trained pup who has filled our home and our hearts again! This is one awesome rescue with amazing loving people running it. Cannot say enough about them.
I had a dog-shaped hole in my heart, and Hail Mary Rescue had a sweet pup to fill it! Lil "BellaAnn" had been abandoned in a box with a hole, at 12 lbs. Hail Mary Rescue brought her from animal control, into a safe comfortable home and vetted her, including with other dogs and kitties. (Note: They post videos on their site when they rescue pups and if the progress of those requiring extra socialization, training. BellaAnn did not. ) She stayed at the home of a volunteer, and was sent in air conditioned van (with papers documenting her spaying and vaccinations and exams) to a lovely foster home on a beautiful farm in Virginia. When we got her at 14+ lbs, meeting the wonderful foster person at a halfway point between our homes, we were provided with leash, harness, food and a crate, plus hard-copy and electronic papers! She slept well, and quickly adjusted to our two cats and a new routine. And Hail Mary Rescue regularly checked in.
Our family was blessed to get her. She is my "fitness coach", getting me out of the house in the morning and throughout the day on walks and adventures, tripling+ my exercise and de-couch/potato-ing me, and bringing mutual smiles to everyone in the family. Our sweet spotted lil doggie is gentle and sweet, and my young grandkids adore her. She loves to learn, eating at various times with different puzzle boxes, can "sit", jump "up", "circle", "reverse", "lie down"... We play fetch in the yard, she loves her squeaky toys, and snuggling on the bed, and eagerly flops in her crate to sleep at night. She is a loving delight who enjoys socializing with other dogs, and cries excitedly until they can meet, and has befriended several that the owners said were "normally not good with other dogs, preferring people", and loves to meet children and amenable adults, long walks, running, chasing leaves, chasing squirrels (she gets excited and they run up trees.)
It is tough to think about where she (and I) would be without Hail Mary Rescue. They are a wonderful organization doing good work, helping abandoned and mistreated animals have new happy lives.
Started volunteering for Hail Mary as a transporter a couple years ago. I am in awe as to what this small rescue can accomplish. The dedication of the volunteers is amazing. They are truly in it for the dogs. These people are God’s angels!
Debbi O.
Volunteer 06/2017
Hail Mary Rescue is a fabulous Rescue. Mary Morvant is the most compassionate person I have ever met. She goes the extra mile to do what she can to save an animal, especially Seniors. The first foster I cared for I adopted her. All of the volunteers that assist this rescue are caring people who donate their time to help the animals that have been neglected. Volunteers will usually keep a foster for as long as it takes to get them adopted.
This group goes above and beyond to help save animals. The adoption process went smoothly and the dog we adopted was a perfect match for our family.
I could not be happier with our experience with HMR. Communications were timely, friendly and supportive. Thank you to Charlene, Mary and our incredible foster parents! Pauley is a total nutcase, but he is our very special and very loved nutcase!

Hailmaryrescue 10/15/2022
Thank you so much for adopting a dog from our Hail Mary Rescue Krewe. And thank you for your kind words.
Our experience with HMR was great! Excellent communication before adoption as well as after. We are in communication with other pup parents from the same litter thanks to HMR. They’ve provided so much support and advice along the way. Our pup is a happy, well adjusted sweet girl thanks to the loving treatment she received at HMR. We are over the moon!

Hailmaryrescue 10/15/2022
We are thrilled when a “magic match” happens for our Hail Mary Rescue Krewe. Thank you for adopting from us!!!
Dog rescue /foster families are special people. But Hail Mary brings it to another level. From working with Charlene ,the coordinator, to meeting with Mary at the pick up. These people are Amazing. We enjoyed videos from the foster family of the 6pk puppy crew that were getting ready for adoption. We watched the puppies get loaded onto a transport to be driven to VA. We had ( & have) a text group of the puppy crew families that Charlene gently offered here experience to us as we navigated the first few weeks. Did we need a 3rd dog? No. But she needed us. And I can’t imagine life without her? Thank you Hail Mary!!!

Hailmaryrescue 10/15/2022
We are so humbled by your words. It means the world to us to see happy families who have adopted one of our Hail Mary Rescue Krewe.
I had adopted Ayla earlier in July, and is the best decision I’ve made, she is a proud family member!!! I love her so much

Hailmaryrescue 10/15/2022
The two of you are the perfect match. Thank for trusting us and adopting one of our Hail Mary Rescue Krewe.
We adopted our dog from Hail Mary Rescue. They were very involved in the adoption process and made sure everyone was doing well during the process. We highly recommend them!

Hailmaryrescue 10/15/2022
Thank you for adopting one of our Hail Mary Rescue Krewe. It means so much to us to read these kind words from you and your family,
I have worked with numerous rescues and shelters in the past. For the most part, I try to adopt a dog from death row that doesn't have much time left to find a home. I adopted at least ten or more dogs from death row and had a hard time figuring why they ended up on death row. They were all GREAT dogs that didn't deserve to be on death row. Hail Mary Rescue went above and beyond to place their dog. I live in PA but that wasn't an issue. They didn't care where I lived, what they concentrated on was getting the dog the very best home for him/her wherever that place was. I was very impressed with how the volunteers went above and beyond to find the best home for their dogs. I chose a tripod who was having a hard time getting the right home because of her handicap but she is very happy in her new home, very loving and we love her very much. Of all of the rescues that I have dealt with, I would highly recommend Hail Mary Rescue to anyone looking for a family pet. Hail Mary Rescue is Number 1 in my book. Their volunteers are very dedicated an work selflessly to get the right home for their animals no matter what it takes.
Anna Lee Gyle
Dallas, Pennsylvania

Hailmaryrescue 10/15/2022
Ava was so very fortunate you decided to give her this opportunity to be one of your family members, We are thrilled and humbled by your words. Thank you for adopting one of our Hail Mary Rescue Krewe.
We found Shorty (now Jerry) through Petfinder. The adoption coordinator was thorough, asked a few more questions in addition to the questionnaire which were specific to Jerry's needs. It was obvious that the rescue wanted to find him the right home. He was lovingly cared for in his foster home. We were given honest and accurate information as well as vet records and we shared several follow up emails and photos. Hail Mary was a pleasure to work with and Jerry has fit in perfectly in our family.

Hailmaryrescue 10/15/2022
Thank you for sharing your experience about our rescue. And above all, thank you for adopting one of our Hail Mary Rescue Krewe.
I have had experiences with numerous shelters and rescue organizations but I can honestly say that I have never interacted with a resue like Hail Mary Rescue. So many rescues and shelters limit the area where their shelter dogs can be adopted. Hail Mary Rescue not only picked the applications from Pennsylvania because they felt that two people in Pennsylvania could give their dog Bronson the best home possible but they would pay to have the dog transported or transport the dog themselves. To me, that speaks volumes and I could not give Hail Mary Rescue any less than five stars, they are ten stars. They go above and beyond.

Hailmaryrescue 10/28/2021
Thank you so very much for this review. You have been a true blessing to us.
Dedicated group, who make a tremendous difference in the lives of local shelter pets.

Hailmaryrescue 10/07/2021
Thank you for sharing this review of our Mission. We will always strive to assist our Southeast Louisiana animal shelters when called.
Hail Mary Rescue is an animal rescue started in 2014 to support local shelters. The board and volunteers are committed to finding forever homes for the dogs passing through their program. Before adoption, they perform medical assessments and perform spay/neuter before adoption. Most dogs go through a foster period while in the program to detect any behavioral issues. Potential adopters vetted before the dog's placement. This group does care for the welfare of the dogs after the adoption process is complete. Excellent program!

Hailmaryrescue 10/07/2021
Thank you so very much!!!

Hailmaryrescue 10/07/2021
Thank you so very much for sharing our Mission and what Hail Mary Rescue strives to do.
I work at a vet clinic that sees some of the dogs Hail Mary helps. They are knowledgeable, responsible and they listen to the vets advice. They have always done what's in the best interest of the animal. It's not for show, or for praise, and it's rarely glamorous. It's for the animals. We don't see many truly honest and selfless rescues in our area. Hail Mary is doing amazing work.

Hailmaryrescue 10/07/2021
This seriously touched our hearts. Thank you for this review. We will always do what’s best for dogs we make promises to.
Hail Mary Rescue is one of the best run organizations out there. The kindness and compassion for our most needy animals is beyond anything I have ever seen. I began volunteering in 2019 with them, and found my last little love, Archie. Archie was full of heartworms and critical. We didn’t think he’d survive. He’s a fighter, and a great example of all this group will do to help their dogs lead long, wonderful lives! Simply amazing, and I’m proud to be a part of it!

Hailmaryrescue 10/07/2021
We love both you and Archie so much. Y’all have been a tremendous blessing to our Mission!!
Hail Mary Rescue is like a well-oiled machine of devoted volunteers that will literally “move Heaven and Earth” to make things happen for these dogs that have no one. I am proud of this team and gladly volunteer time and money when needed because I know it is well done at HMR.

Hailmaryrescue 10/07/2021
You have supported us from the beginning and have always believed in our Mission. People like yourself make it possible for us to continue our efforts. Thank you!!
Mary Morvant is the consummate animal advocate. She is a rescuer in the truest sense of the word, taking in animals with little hope of survival. She provides medical care, training, shelter, and an opportunity for a forever home. Can’t say enough good about her dedication to our four-legged (or sometimes three-legged) friends.

Hailmaryrescue 10/07/2021
Your kindness toward our Mission is what helps us to continue. We will always speak for those who cannot speak for themselves and always help the ones who cannot help themselves Thank you!
This organization has the best heart and intentions to care for homeless animals. I have seen how much they have helped tons of Homeless Dogs find their forever homes. No other group like these people. God Bless them!

Hailmaryrescue 10/07/2021
We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for believing in our Mission We will always strive to the best of our ability to answer the call for help from our Southeast Louisiana animal shelters
Mary is the ultimate advocate for all unwanted animals . Always fights for the under dog!

Hailmaryrescue 10/07/2021
And we will never stop. We will grow stronger and louder with supporters such as yourself who believe In us Thank you
So thankful for this group caring for our forgotten pets!

Hailmaryrescue 10/07/2021
And we are grateful for supporters like you who actually care. Thank you!!
Gods angels at Hail Mary Rescue along with rescue colleagues saved this young pup left at the levee in Louisiana before Hurricane Ida struck. Jimmy is a special needs pup who will get the treatment he needs to live a quality life. Amazing work these folks do. Simply amazing.

Hailmaryrescue 10/07/2021
Lil Jimmy will remain with us always. Not in the way we hoped but in the way he wanted it to be. We met you through him and I have no doubt he’s not finished with his work quite yet Thank you for everything
Love love Mary and all the wonderful work this rescue does. We are located in Virginia and had the honor of working with them during the hurricanes. So many incredible humans saving dogs.
Together they really do make it better
Love from Virginia and Dancing Creek Farm

Hailmaryrescue 10/07/2021
Dancing Creek Farm has made it possible to relocate our dogs safely after Hurricane Ida. Forever grateful and honored to be side by side Thank you!
We have been involved since Hail Mary Rescue was formed. In the last year they added a hospice program so that the Senior dogs that were unadoptable would have a home to live out their last months in comfort and knowing they are loved.

Hailmaryrescue 10/07/2021
We have been truly blessed by knowing you and Nancy. Never has the words “We can’t” been uttered when y’all are called upon to assist an animal in need Thank you
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No paid staff. Dedicated volunteers are focused on rescuing dogs from area shelters and giving them the opportunity for a good life. Like the name implies they are frequently the last chance for the dogs they take on. Getting them veterinary care and social skills are the first steps to a new life they never had a chance to experience. In other cases it is a senior that was thrown away because they were too old. They have also committed to long distance transport to move dogs from south LA that has too many dogs to New England where availability is very limited.
At our age we have decided that when we loose the dogs we have the next ones will be seniors from HMR so we can be old together.
This is an amazing rescue! Founder Mary Morvant and her team work tirelessly to save the broken and forgotten dogs from euthanasia in our crowded shelters. Vetting, spay/neuter, hw treatment, pregnant females and puppies get love and care while preparing for their forever homes. They really go the extra mile. I am proud and honored to be part of this rescue. Below are a few pics of the wonderful dogs saved because of HMR!

Hailmaryrescue 06/12/2019
And we are very blessed to have you. Fostering saves lives!!!
I know the Hard Work and Dedication it takes for Ms.Mary and her many Volunteers to do ALL they do, I rescued a Baby boy Dog named Dale from her I knew I wanted a Rescue Baby and I knew it was going to come from her, They are the most Heart Warming Foster Families and they go beyond to make sure every Animal is kept safe!!!!!!!

Hailmaryrescue 06/11/2019
Thank you so much for adopting Dale. He sure has an amazing home with y’all!!
These people are miracle workers! The team has such love and devotion to their mission. They are truly an inspiring group and their leader is amazing.

Hailmaryrescue 06/11/2019
We couldn’t do it without supporters such as yourself! Thank you!!
They are simply amazing!! The love they have for animals is the same love that a mother has for her child!! They continue to amaze me every single day!!! Some of these dogs are pretty much on their death bed and they bring them back to life. They continually work for hours, days, and months to get these babies to love and trust this pitiful world we live in! I will continually support HMR as long as I am able!! These people are the best of the best!! Great admiration, respect, and love for each and everyone of these great hearted people!!!
Dawn ❤️

Hailmaryrescue 06/11/2019
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!!
One of the absolute best rescue groups I have dealt with. Passion runs in their veins. God Bless each of you!

Hailmaryrescue 06/11/2019
It’s an honor to know you Janet!! Your compassion is amazing!!
I have started serving as a volunteer transporter for Hail Mary Rescue and have contributed monetarily to this wonderful nonprofit rescue organization. The dedication of its founder, its volunteers, and supporters have saved countless dogs. I can't really say enough good things about this charitable organization!

Hailmaryrescue 06/12/2019
We are only as good as our support staff. Thank God, we have the best.
Wonderful rescue that really cares about the dogs! Mary Morvant is tireless in all the work she does!

Hailmaryrescue 06/12/2019
Thank you for taking the time to support our Mission of Moving Heaven and Earth to help the Shelter Animals!!
I have watched Hail Mary Rescue pull dogs with no hope and so compromised, I didnt think they would make. Then I watch these angels pull those dogs back from death's grip and make them whole again. Makes my heart so happy!!

Hailmaryrescue 06/12/2019
We have been very blessed to work along side the Best!! Together we make it Better
This is a rescue who truly commits to its dogs 100%. HMR takes in the toughest, most heartbreaking & broken animals, puts their pieces back together & loves them until the Phoenix inside each rises.

Hailmaryrescue 06/12/2019
Thank you for taking the time to support our efforts. These dogs need all of us working side by side to make a difference. Together we make it Better
This group will go above and beyond what is needed to help these animals!!

Hailmaryrescue 06/12/2019
Volunteers such as yourself is the core of Hail Mary Rescue. Thank you for seeing what we see and going that extra mile to make a difference Together we make it Better
Hail Mary Rescue is a grass roots effort to help dogs in shelters. They take the heart worm positive, sick, injured, seniors, and pregnant dogs out of the shelter and give them the much needed care they deserve. The staff at HMR truly care about the animals they have in their care. We need more rescues like this one.

Hailmaryrescue 06/12/2019
We have one of the most dedicated volunteer groups around. It is what has made Hail Mary Rescue a force to be reckoned with. We will always fight and commit to every dog we pull Together we make it Better
Hail Mary rescue has pulled so many beautiful souls out of our extremely over populated shelters and has sent them up north to so many rescues that place our babies into amazing homes. They work hand in hand with other rescues and shelters. The love that these pups get from Hail Mary rescue in the short amount of time they have them is truly amazing. They do this hard, heartbreaking, very rewarding job not for anything other than the love of animals. I try and help with fostering every chance i get. Hail Mary rescue and those people running it are truly angels sent straight from heaven!!!
Hail Mary rescue does amazing work saving many dogs that others have turned a blind eye to. Hail Mary takes in the under dogs. The sick the damaged and the unwanted. Nurses them
Back to health and gives
The love they need to eventually be great family pets.