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ADOPTION FEES

Puppies (under 1 year old): $300    |  Adult Dogs (1-6 years old): $200  |  Senior Dogs (7+ years old): $75

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WESLEY

Hi! I am Wesley. I am a handsome German Shepherd mix pup that is waiting for new adventures and a wonderful home to call my own. My foster mom wanted to send an update on my status though, and she said I am doing great, my development has been excellent.

All I need now is to find a forever home to finish my growing and learning. I would like a home with older children and a fenced yard.  Please come and see me at the shelter on Saturdays.

I promise you will not be disappointed.
DOB 8/25/24  62 Pounds

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BONNI

Bonni is a great snuggler, and has wonderful puppy energy.

We believe Bonni to be a Bulldog mix going by her size and build. She is young and ready to learn her basic obedience training, and all the steps necessary to be a perfect addition to her new home.

A fenced yard is preferred. She is new to us, so we are still learning her likes and dislikes.    DOB  5/13/24   54  pounds

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PHOENIX

Phoenix is a handsome lab mix. He is your typical high energy young puppy. He needs an owner who is willing to spend time on crate training and basic obedience. Phoenix enjoys the company of another active dog, and would do best with a fenced yard to play and run off his puppy enthusiasm. We are predicting Phoenix will grow up to be a large dog. He is an extremely sweet and loving boy besides being beautiful.

DOB 2/14/25   14 Pounds and growing

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GABBY

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This young, pretty girl is Gabby. She came to us needing a home that could provide her with love, exercise, and time to continue her training.

This Shepherd mix is an active puppy that has a lot of love to offer to her new family. She is still working on housebreaking and is making progress. She has been around other dogs, cats, and older children.

A fenced yard is preferred.

More to come as we get to know her.
DOB 7-24-24   51 pounds

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MITCH - ADOPTION PENDING

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Meet Mitch......He is simply a darling guy who wants to find his perfect home. Mitch is beyond adorable, just take a look at that face. He is young, eager and ready to learn. Mitch loves to cuddle, and enjoys being with his family. Mitch tends to be a little too much for cats, and we are unsure how he is with other dogs or children.
DOB  3-26-24   30 pounds

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BART - ADOPTION PENDING

IN A FOSTER HOME

Bart is quite a wonderful puppy. He can be a little shy at first when meeting people, especially  men.  With some sweet talk he warms up very quickly. Bart is playful and is enjoying the company of other small dogs in his foster home.  He is young and is working on his basic doggie obedience, and housebreaking. Bart has the cutest prance when he walks! Maybe because he has extra toes on one paw.  We do know that he is not good with younger children.
DOB 7/5/24   12  Pounds

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TESS - ADOPTION PENDING

Meet Tess, she is a vibrant and young Lab/Shepherd mix. Tess came to us with 3  littermates to find their new forever homes. Tess is the largest of her sisters. Tess is extremely affectionate and loving. She is young, so basic training as well as housebreaking will be needed for this girl.

She will need an active owner who is willing to spend time with her to develop her obedience skills. Tess is not aware of her size when sharing her affection, so older children only. She is full of energy, so a fenced yard is required.

DOB  7/1/24   46 Pounds and growing

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MOCHA

IN FOSTER HOME

Mocha is a beautiful girl with a gorgeous colored coat, and mesmerizing eyes.

She gets along with the other dogs and cats in her foster home. Mocha is a young girl, so she is working on her house manners and basic dog obedience skills.

Like most pups she loves to play, go on adventures, and cuddle time. She is a wonderful girl waiting for her new loving home. Everyone says she is the sweetest dog.
DOB 7/22/24  40 Pounds

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CHARLIE

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If you are looking for a handsome, loving and devoted friend....Charlie might be your man. He is extremely people friendly, and longs to be by your side. Charlie has never been around cats and he needs to be an only dog. He has met older children.

He is used to having a fenced yard and we are requiring the same for his new home as well.

Charlie is an incredible German Shepherd as you will see once you meet him for yourself. A potential home with breed experience is a plus.
DOB   7/23/19  90  Pounds

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LAUREN

Lauren is a petite young girl with the most beautiful coloring. She is always ready for a good time, and will cover you with kisses in between naps, playtime, and meals.

Like all young dogs she is working on her basic obedience skills, and proper doggy etiquette. Lauren is extremely active and will need an outlet to release her fun loving nature. Lauren would do better with older children due to her energy level.
DOB 5/31/24  20  Pounds

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SNACKS

IN FOSTER HOME

Snacks is an energetic dog who loves the outdoors, especially the snow. She is playful and loves treats.

She gets along well with other dogs and cats. Snacks is very shy at first but has made big progress coming out of her shell in the last few weeks.

She would do best with a dog companion in the home to play with. A fenced yard preferred and no young children.

DOB 12/1/23  35 pounds

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ROCKY

Are you looking for a special Doodle?

This charmer needs a loving home that can look beyond a malformation in his front leg. Rocky is both playful and friendly. Rocky has never lived with children, so older children only and he had a fenced yard in his previous home. He is not good with other animals.  Rocky came to us with some obedience training. He is a very sweet dog, and would love to call your home his own.

 DOB 1/8/22  50 Pounds

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RUBY

Ruby is a delightful and fun girl. She is looking for a home that will enjoy her energy,

and will provide time for fun, adventure, and of course love.

Playing fetch and running zoomies are two of her favorite activities, and when that is done she enjoys cuddling with the volunteers at the shelter.

Ruby requires a fenced yard and older children due to her exuberance and the chance of knocking younger children down. She lived with cats in her prior home, but proved to be  a bit too much energy for the cats.

Ruby is patiently waiting for her wonderful home.

 DOB 12-22-22   40 Pounds

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CUBBY

Cubby is one smart and handsome boy.

He knows his basic commands, and wants to please his owner. He is a Border Collie mix and this explains his intelligence. He is extremely affectionate and loving. Cubby would do better in a home with older children and a fenced yard. He gets along with other dogs, but they need to be high energy like him. 

He would love an active home!
DOB 10/3021   44 Pounds

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DAGWOOD (DAGGY)

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This handsome young lab mix is ready for adventure and fun. Dagwood needs a home that will provide structure and training, so his wonderful personality can shine. Dagwood will need a fenced yard and older children  because of his enthusiastic nature. He appears to be housebroken and loves to bask in the sunshine.
DOB 6-30-22   49 Pounds

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MEG

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Meet Meg! She would make a wonderful hiking companion and new best friend. Meg loves people, but needs to be the only pet in her new home. Meg is quite strong for her size, and is working on her leash walking skills. Meg would benefit in a home with someone who will provide structure, enrichment activities, and continued training. Meg is extremely smart and loyal. Meg has lived with older children, and is used to having a fenced yard.

DOB 3/9/23   44 Pounds

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ABBY

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Hi, I'm Abby! I have been at the shelter for a while now and really want to find my forever home.

I am an Aussie/ heeler mix and have the personality to match. I will fit best with somebody who is willing to invest in dog training and has experience with herding dogs. If you give me a little time to learn what you want from me, I know I will make you happy. 

I prefer a human with an active lifestyle and want  a fenced yard to run in to keep me physically active. Since I'm a very intelligent dog and would love to have my brain challenged! I would prefer a home without other animals or children. I have some arthritis in my hips and the vet  has found a protocol that keeps me comfortable.

Feel free to ask us about it!

Please come meet me soon!

DOB 8/8/20  44 pounds

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BARNEY

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Another "young senior" has joined us. Barney is a sweet big boy who loves people. He would love to have someone shower him and only him with attention especially since he isn't a fan of other dogs and cats. A  quiet environment and older children would make his life complete.  This older gentleman deserves the best in his new home. A fenced yard is preferred.

66 pounds   DOB 9-26-16

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TRIP

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Trip is waiting for an owner who is willing to enjoy his energy and provide outlets to exercise both his mind and body. He is somewhat insecure so an owner that is confident would be ideal for this adolescent.

Trip loves life, and everything around him. He simply just needs to learn some boundaries when it comes to personal space, and expressing his enthusiasm. Remember he is still a young guy. Trip has a tremendous amount of potential to be a wonderful member of someone's family. He is also quite handsome.

Trip is a mix of Husky/Shepherd and will need a fence and a home with older children.
DOB  1/15/23    46 Pounds

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HUDSON

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This handsome, smart, young boxer mix is looking for a new home with a possible playmate to help him burn off some of his energy. He knows some basic commands, but is still working on obedience to curb some of his exuberance and enthusiasm towards the world around him. Although Hudson is a big love bug, he can be protective of his home and family. Hudson will require a 6 foot fence, and a home without small children due to his size. 

DOB  11/21/2020    66 Pounds 

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DIDI - ADOPTED

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Didi is a great gal that enjoys outdoor activities with the volunteers, meeting new people, and generally having a good time.

We have not introduced her to cats,  or young children because we are still getting to know her. She does have some doggie friends at Pet Refuge.

We are guessing Didi to be a Shepherd mix. A fenced yard is preferred.

If you are looking for a new friend to go on adventures, or just to hang out and be your best friend....come meet Didi!

DOB  8/5/21   49 Pounds  

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POPPY

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They do not come more irresistible than our Poppy! She will surely pop her way right into your heart. She is young, vibrant, and ready to go to her new home.

This Boxer mix is working on her basic obedience skills and doggie manners. She has met some dog friends, but tends to be very dog selective. She also does not tolerate cats.  Due to her energy and enthusiasm Poppy would do better with older children only 12+, and a secure fenced yard.

DOB  11/10/23   40 Pounds and Growing

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SELENE

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Selene tends to be a little shy at first, but when she knows you, she is both affectionate and loving. She has been at the shelter for a very long time waiting for her special someone to adopt her and make her dreams of a loving home come true. Selene is both playful and fun, and enjoys walks and car rides.

She is working on basic training, and that should continue in her new home. She will require a fenced yard and be an only pet.

DOB 8/30/20   38 pounds 

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CHICKEN

IN FOSTER HOME

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Just one look at this guy and you can't help but wonder, why he was given the name Chicken? We do not have a clue. He is a senior guy looking for a home to spend out the later years of his life with all the comforts that a loving home will provide. Chicken still has a good amount of energy, but at the end of the day, he would simply prefer to curl up in your favorite chair, if you will let him, or a plush dog bed. He would do best with older children and a quieter lifestyle since that is what he had in his prior home. Come meet this guy and check out his big soulful eyes. 

DOB 5/5/12    58 Pounds

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KALA

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Kala has been patiently waiting for her new home. She has a great deal of energy, and absolutely loves to go on adventures. She has a wonderful personality, but is not a fan of other animals.

This young lady is full of exuberance and needs an owner that will work on channeling her energy and provide structure as well as love

Kala would need a fenced yard to run and enjoy, no children, and be the only pet in the home.

Come meet this young gal, she will be waiting with a big smile.

DOB 1\6\19   50 pounds

 

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CARLIE

IN A FOSTER HOME

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HI!  I am Carlie, people tell me I am smart and beautiful!  I make my foster parents smile because I am so cute in how I talk when I am asking for something. I have taught  them all my languages for my needs! 

I can sit and wait patiently to be petted, I know to lay down and stay on command. I love to give my toys to people when I play. I live with other dogs, and am ok with most dogs, but can't play too hard.

I am housebroken and  crate trained, however it makes me a bit worried when I am left alone, so my perfect home should have someone who works part-time, or has a hybrid schedule.

I would be safer in a 6 foot fence but other options may be considered, as I do love to take long walks. Being an investigative hound, I could not be expected to stay in an unfenced yard! Older kids would be best. 

DOB  10/21/19   60  Pounds

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BJORK 

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This beautiful girl sadly came to us when her owner passed.  Bjork is a Catahoula Leopard Dog with the most striking markings. She truly is a people loving dog.

Bjork has great house manners but will need some work on her leash walking skills. 

Bjork is very strong and will need a fenced yard and  no small children or other animals in the home.

DOB 7/21/2019   69 pounds

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LEONARD - ADOPTION PENDING

IN FOSTER HOME

Do you have room in your heart for a special-needs dog? We can tell from the way he bobs his head when stressed and circles and spins when he is excited that he has something unique going on in his little head. If we had to guess his breed, we think a terrier mix with maybe some Boston terrier, chihuahua or French bulldog in there. Leonard loves the company of other dogs and would make a great playmate for a dog who enjoys a good game of chase or wrestling. He really needs another dog around in order to be happy. Leonard has come a long way toward being potty trained, given ample opportunities to go outdoors. He also is using potty pads indoors. He has a beautiful shiny blue coat which makes him stand out from the pack. He likes to hang out with the people without having to sit on a lap or be cuddled too much. He seems to be mesmerized by things daily and is always cocking his head in the cutest way. His foster mom works from home and he LOVES that. If you have dreams of him being an obedience champion, you’ll have to let those go. He really is a very simple fella who just wants a good home with a playful dog or two and some people who will be around a lot and let him be who he is.  

DOB  3/15/22     18 Pounds

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 AVA - ADOPTION PENDING

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Meet our beautiful Ava with the most striking colored topaz eyes, and beautiful red coat.

She has been at the shelter way too long. Ava definitely deserves the opportunity to be in a loving home with someone that is dog savvy and will be patient and understand her lack of confidence around new people.

It may take her time  to warm up to you, but once she does, we promise you will have a friend for life.

She has worked with a trainer to help build her confidence, and that should continue so her lovely personality can shine.  As for her heritage,  she is part Husky , so she will need a secure fenced yard and due to her shyness no children please. 

DOB 12/27/2020  53 pounds 

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REESE - ADOPTION PENDING

One look at Reese and it is love at first sight! This active guy has the most beautiful eyes, and charming personality.

Reese is working on his basic obedience, and is catching on rather quickly. He is a hound mix, so a fenced yard is required.

Reese was originally a stray, and quite emaciated. He is young and active, so older children only. Reese is a wonderful guy!

DOB 4/26/24    26 Pounds

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