Oak Hill Animal Rescue, Inc.

Jim and Bettye Baker have had a life long passion for helping animals in need. As part of that passion, they formed Oak Hill Animal Rescue over 20 years ago to help save even more dogs and cats and bring public awareness to the overwhelming and constant need. During that time, OHAR has saved over approximately 3,000 animals, primarily those facing euthanasia at overcrowded local shelters. Many come to us with various medical needs including awful heartworms that are so prevalent in the south. No matter what the issue, OHAR supports and cares for them until they find their forever homes. 

But that's not all we do...

OHAR is part of a network of organizations that saves dogs from South Texas where there are fewer rescues and resources to help. We assist in transporting these dogs to DFW Airport where they are boarded on planes destined for other areas of the country with much better chances for adoption. In 2023, we assisted in transporting approximately 200 dogs.

We also help people and animals in the community. Everyday, we get requests for help from Good Samaritans who have rescued lost dogs and cats from their neighborhoods or workplaces. Our guest foster program allows them the opportunity to bring the animal to our adoption center and gives them exposure on our website and social media platforms. 

Also, we recently started a Healing Hearts Ambassador program. We know firsthand how much comfort and healing an animal can bring to people. Some of our extra special dogs and cats visit seniors and bring smiles to all. 

Partnering with other rescues is another one of our community efforts. Like our Guest Foster program, we invite rescues and local shelters to attend adoption at our PetSmart partner location or off-site events.  

Sanctuary is also an important part of OHAR. Unfortunately, not all animals are good candidates for adoption for various reasons. Sometimes there are behavior issues, sometimes health issues. While we make every effort to find perfect homes for all our animals, if it's not in their best interest, no problem. OHAR will be their forever home and love and care for them for the rest of their lives.  

So rescue is not what we DO....it's who we ARE:-)