Snoopy – 2½-year-old beagle mix Snoopy is very laid back and just loves to be petted. He is very curious when out in the yard, and he likes to sniff and explore new things. He is very affectionate and a big cuddle bug! He loves attention and rewards it with kisses. Snoopy is very gentle […]
Andy – 1-year-old domestic shorthair Andy is an affectionate, 1-year-old domestic shorthair mix. When he first came into the shelter he was very shy and didn’t really want to be touched. The staff has been working with him to build up his confidence, and he has turned into quite a loving cat. He likes to […]
Pollie – 2-year-old female Husky mix Pollie is an affectionate and sweet girl. She came to the shelter with her four sons. Pollie is a little shy at first, but once she warms up to you she is super loving and playful. She likes to play with toys, especially the ones with a squeaker inside. […]
Dexter – 5½-year-old male terrier mix Dexter is a happy, affectionate, and playful boy. He is an athletic boy who loves to play, especially with squeaky rubber balls. Dexter is smart and knows basic commands. He’s attentive to his surroundings and would do best in an active household. When he wants to relax, he’ll lay […]
Dexter – 5-year-old male terrier mix Dexter is a happy, affectionate, and playful boy. He is an athletic boy who loves to play, especially with squeaky rubber balls. Dexter is smart and knows basic commands. He’s attentive to his surroundings and would do best in an active household. When he wants to relax, he’ll lay […]
Lazer – 1-year-old boxer/hound mix Lazer is a playful, happy boy who would do best in an active household. He loves running around the yard, going on walks, and learning new things. He currently knows how to sit, lay down, and give paw on command. He doesn’t always listen, but with a bit more training […]
Snickerdoodle – 4-month-old beagle-terrier mix Snickerdoodle and her siblings, Kolaczki and Gingersnap, are still looking for their forever homes. She is one of the sweetest puppies you’ll ever meet. She loves to give kisses and cuddle. She has lots of puppy energy, too, and loves to run, play fetch, and tug-of-war. She is a little […]
Cuatro – 4-month-old hound mix Cuatro is a 4-month-old hound mix. He and his siblings (Tres, Cinco, and Diez) are still looking for a forever family. Cuatro is a playful boy who loves attention and gives affection. He loves to run and play in the yard. When you meet him at the shelter he might […]
Tres – 4-month-old hound mix My siblings (Cuatro,Cinco, and Diez) and I are looking for our forever homes. I am a playful girl who loves attention. I like to run around in the yard and get my energy out. I like to play tug-of-war, fetch, and chase. Even though I can be very energetic, I […]
Diez – 3-month-old hound mix Diez is a very sweet 3-month-old female hound mix. She and her littermates (Tres, Cuatro, and Cinco) are in search of forever homes. Diez is playful and outgoing. She loves to run, play fetch, and tug-of-war. She would do best in an active household. Even though Diez is super-energetic, she […]
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