SPECIAL NEEDS DOGS
This page is dedicated to our dogs with special medical or behavioral needs. As a no-kill rescue, we make a lifelong commitment to every animal that comes through our doors and some of these animals require ongoing care and treatment. While some of these dogs are happiest in their current foster homes or at our shelter, others are available for adoption to the right home. Please see their individual descriptions to learn more about each dog. In the meantime, all of these dogs are available for you to “sponsor”. The Sponsor program helps us to continue to provide for their future medical care. All of these dogs hold a very special place in our hearts.
PEPE'
FOR SPOSORSHIP ONLY
In Foster Home
This kind, senior gentleman came to us via another shelter after being found as a stray. Pepe' is almost blind and will probably require eye drops throughout his life. He will need a quieter home with someone willing to give him time to slowly acclimate to his new surroundings. Due to his lack of sight, he navigates using his hearing. He does get along with most dogs his size. He would not do well with small children.
DOB 02/10/2012 11 POUNDS
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TEDDY
FOR SPONSONSHIP ONLY
In Foster Home
Teddy has been with us now for some time. He is a wonderful dog and loves people, but he has a strong dislike of any other animals. He will bark excessively even if he is in a car, or he spots an animal from a distance. Teddy also has some medical needs which require him to be on a special diet for the rest of his life. Teddy fortunately is in a great foster home where he will stay and continue to be loved. He is available to be sponsored for his medication and special diet.
DOB 11-26-2011
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JUSTIN
FOR SPONSORSHIP ONLY
In Foster Home
Justin is a mixed-breed dog who came from a hoarding situation. We don’t know his breed mixture, but he looks like a “pocket” German Shepherd (30 pounds) and is likely to have some terrier in there. When Justin came to us he was semi-feral. He has learned to tolerate people a little better in his year and a half in a foster home. He is not potty trained (will have both types of accidents regularly) but he is crate trained (no accidents in his crate). He enjoys the company of other dogs and might be a good companion for a playful or calm dog. He does not want to be touched by people and he cannot be caught, either in the house or in the yard. The only way of catching him is to ask him to go into his crate, crawl into the crate behind him, and leash him while in the crate. Justin requires a secure, physical, structural fence (no underground fence). He is considered special needs, and should go to a home with an experienced dog owner.
DOB 04/08/2017
LEONARD
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
RUTHIE - ADOPTED
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This sweet older girl is looking for a kind and quiet home. Ruthie is very loving and endearing. Unfortunately, we received some concerning news about her recent biopsy on one of her mammary tumors. The tumor was malignant yet had a good margin, but will still need to be watched. Ruthie just wants a warm bed, good meals, and some cuddles. She is a wonderful girl! If you would like to know more about this golden girl call and someone from the dog department will contact you.
DOB 8/15/15 20 Pounds​