Lucky Dog Animal Rescue Offers Two Life-Saving Ways to Spend Valentine’s Day: Sending Love or Safely Shaming Your Ex

Whether You’re Sending Sweet Hearts or Dog Farts, Your Donation Helps Rescue Pets Find Their Forever Homes

Arlington, VA (February 11th, 2026) — This Valentine’s Day, Lucky Dog Animal Rescue is proving that whether you’re head-over-heels in love or just over love in general, your choice to celebrate can actually save lives.

While most people are fighting over the last wilted bouquet at the grocery store, Lucky Dog is launching a dual-track Valentine’s campaign designed to satisfy everyone from the hopeless romantic to the "happily separated."

The "Aww" Factor: Digital Valentines

For those who have found their human soulmate—or who realized their dog or cat is the only one who truly understands them—Lucky Dog offers exclusive digital e-cards. These cards don't just say "I love you"; they say "I love you enough to save a life in your honor." It’s the perfect gift for the person who already has too much clutter but not enough karma.

The "Eww" Factor: The Crappy Ex Fundraiser

For those whose romantic history looks more like a natural disaster, Lucky Dog is bringing back the fan-favorite Crappy Ex Fundraiser. For a small donation, rescue staff will write an ex’s name on a poop bag or a litter box.

"It’s a cathartic, low-stakes way to get closure," says Mirah Horowitz, Founder & CEO of Lucky Dog Animal Rescue. "Your ex might have been a disaster, but their name can finally serve a higher purpose: being pooped on by a very cute kitten or used by a rescue dog with a high-fiber diet."

How to Participate

Whether you want to share the love or dump the baggage, 100% of the proceeds go directly toward medical care, transport, and adoption services for dogs and cats in need.

• To send a sweet sentiment: bit.ly/luckyvalentinesday26
• To send a... different kind of message: bit.ly/ldarcrappyex26
• Sample Valentine’s Deliveries