“Reeces” 8-year-old male DSH Big, orange, 8-year-old Reeces would like to audition for the job of holding down your sofa or recliner. He’d also be excellent at anchoring your Ottoman. Given the opportunity, Reeces does a spot-on impression of a throw rug. Yes, if you need a daily reminder to chillax, then Reeces is the […]
“Camilla” 1 1/2-year-old female collie mix Camilla would very much like the job of being your family’s athletic director. Need a jogging companion? Camilla’s your girl! Do the kids need a quarterback for the ballgame? Pick Camilla! Need a fourth for doubles tennis? How about Camilla…no, never mind, she can’t hold a racquet. But if […]
“Sassy” 1 1/2-year-old female beagle mix Beagle mix, Sassy, is getting passed by at the shelter and no one can understand why. She’s sweet, energetic, fun, and LOVES people, so why has she become a long-term resident? Due to her enthusiastic energy, she could use some training on leash manners, but this 1 1/2-year-old would […]
“Otis” 2-year-old male Two-year-old Otis just might be the most enthusiastic dog in the world. Part pug, part motivational speaker/life coach, Otis wakes up every morning and has the BEST DAY EVER. He loves his caretakers, his bed, his toys, his meals — isn’t life grand?! If you’re looking for a companion to inspire you to […]
‘Honey’ 2-year-old male vizsla mix Honey arrived at the shelter skinny and far into her pregnancy, but sadly her pups succumbed to a virus contracted at her former location. Despite her rough road thus far, though, Honey is trusting and loving. In fact, her name is completely appropriate because Honey is 100% sweetness. This two-year-old […]
“Nico” 4-year-old male terrier mix At four years old, terrier mix Nico has graduated from the silliness of puppyhood to the calmer, more self-contained stages of early adulthood. And, with his freewheeling days behind him, Nico knows what he wants, and what Nico wants are PEOPLE. This little guy will be a great dog for […]
“Poptart” 9-year-old male Nine-year-old Poptart doesn’t have a problem getting adopted because he’s friendly and eager to meet visitors; he’s been adopted twice. Unfortunately, Poptart has also been returned twice, because it takes him longer than average to adapt to new surroundings. If sweet Poptart is given the transition time he needs, he will reward […]
“Princess Flea-a” 2-year-old female Do you remember in the original Star Wars trilogy how Princess Leia is this smart, strong, beautiful heroine, leading the rebellion against the forces of the Evil Empire? And at one point she has to single-handedly terminate Jabba the Hutt because he’s captured her and she cannot bear to be contained […]
“Theo” 2-year-old male field spaniel mix The first thing to catch your eye about Theo will probably be his silky black coat, but the quality that’s going to completely charm you is his inquisitive, up-for-anything expression. This two-year-old field spaniel mix would be equally comfortable hiking through the woods or chasing a tennis ball; then […]
“Sundance” 6-month-old male Once upon a time, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Cat were the mischievous tabby team of the kitten room; when they were together, hijacks ensued! But then, lucky Butch was adopted, leaving six-month-old Sundance to ride solo. This guy is looking for his happy ending. Can you help write the next chapter […]
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