MISSION 21: From Cold Noses to Warm Beds

UPDATE AS OF FEBRUARY 2, 2026. The Mission 21 puppies and their mamas arrived safely this past Saturday and are decompressing in their foster homes, but the outpouring of support has not stopped. While our initial goal is met, the reality of rescue is that medical and other needs can be unpredictable. Every dollar contributed in excess of our goal will be used for the ongoing care for the Mission 21 pups and the many other homeless dogs and cats that Cold Nose Warm Heart continues to save. While

Our Deepest Gratitude: This mission was a massive team effort, and we have so many heroes to thank.

Our Supporters: The "Twenty-Oners" who donated, and continue to donate, your generosity covered the transport, vaccines, food, and critical vetting these dogs needed.

Our Driver, Cindy who braved a relentless winter snowstorm to ensure these dogs made it from South Carolina to New Jersey safely.

Our Fosters & Volunteers who showed up at 11:00 PM in 10-degree weather to receive these dogs off the transport with open arms and warm blankets.

Visit our Facebook page to view the videos and photos from the transport arrival and the happy faces of the Mission 21 dogs enjoying the warmth and love of their foster homes!

Facebook Live Transport Arrival: https://fb.watch/F1OuN_KN-c/
Video of Transport Arrival: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1Advnegg4Y/
Video of Mission 21 Pups in happy warm foster homes https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1D6XTVmC1p/

The Emergency Call

In the rural corners of South Carolina, 21 puppies and their mothers are currently fighting a losing battle against the elements. They aren’t sleeping in homes; they are shivering in deplorable outdoor conditions; they are scavenging through trash and living in squalor.

We couldn’t turn our backs. We won’t let them stay there.

Cold Nose Warm Heart (CNWH) Rescue is launching our largest emergency operation yet: Mission 21. We are transporting these 21 pups and their brave mothers to Sussex County, NJ, today, January 31, 2026, where our dedicated network of fosters is standing by with open arms, soft blankets, and nourishing meals.

Why We Need "The Twenty-Oners"

This mission is massive. Moving and medically clearing over two dozen dogs in one wave is a monumental task that will cost upwards of $8,000. We are looking for a community of heroes—our Twenty-Oners—to give in increments of $21 to build a bridge from the freezing outdoor and filthy conditions to a loving home.

Every dollar raised goes directly to their survival and second chances.

How Your Donation Saves a Life

Choose a donation tier below to sponsor a specific need for Mission 21:

$21 | The Gift of Nutrition: Provides 5 nourishing meals for a starving pup.
$42 | The Health Check: Covers a vital Heartworm test for an adult mother dog.
$84 | The Freedom Ride: Pays the transport fee for one pup/dog to travel from SC to NJ.
$168 | The "Trooper" Fund: Covers the neuter surgery for a male dog
$210 | The "Mama" Fund: Covers the spay surgery for a mother dog so she never suffers in the cold again.
$504 | Sponsor a Family: Covers the full intake, transport, and vetting for a Mom and her pup.
$1,008 | Mission Guardian: Full "Rescue-to-Adoption" care for 5 puppies.

Note: Any funds raised beyond these specific goals will be applied to microchips, vaccinations, flea/tick prevention, and any emergency veterinary needs discovered upon arrival.

About Cold Nose Warm Heart Dog Rescue

We are a non-profit, foster-based rescue operating in Northern New Jersey. We believe that every dog deserves a warm bed and a heart to call their own. By donating to Mission 21, you are becoming a direct part of their rescue story.

Will you be a Twenty-Oner today?

Mission 21

By Cold Nose Warm Heart Dog Rescue

Mission 21

Rescuing 21 Pups & Their Moms