Available Dogs

General Socialization Notes:

I do display some separation anxiety behaviors, when my trusted human is not around and/or is coming back home after being gone for a while. Because of my big “emotions”, I would NOT be a very good candidate for apartment living.

Does Ziggy like other animals?

I can have “big emotions” when I see other dogs/cats while I'm in my crate or out for walks. I'm generally ok with most other dogs, but I don't play with them (I'm kind of awkward with them really) and don't like to share MY STUFF. I have lived with other dogs and prefer smaller, less enthusiastic interactions, if any at all, and would totally be ok as an only dog.  I have been around cats, and for the most part (other than yelling at them while in my crate), I'm ok, but sometimes I forget my manners and chase them.

Does Ziggy like children?

Because of my small size and my human trust issues, I would do best with no children under 12yrs old.

Favorite Toys:

Small toys, big toys, hard toys, soft toys, squeaky toys…I love them all and will destroy them if given a chance. Giving me cow hooves and bully sticks helps me not to chew on my toys to the point of destruction. Project toys like Kongs, are amazing too. I have a tendency to protect (and try to hide) my toys and chews, so I am learning how to trade my toys for cookies when my trusted human wants them (I don't growl or bite, but I am uncomfortable about my toys / chews getting taken away).

Ideal Forever Home:

I'm looking for a special home who will continue to help me learn better general manners and how to deal with big emotions. I need a patient person who is willing to work to bond with me. We can build that bond and be best friends.

General Socialization Notes:

I love meeting new people. I also enjoy playing with other dogs. I do have some separation anxiety so I'd need a human who will be patient with that. I also need help with my leash skills but I can't wait to train.

Does Rex like other animals?

Yes! I love other animals and I love to play with other dogs. I would do best, however, in a home without a cat.

Does Rex like children?

I am a happy boy and would probably do well with children. I may do best with older children, 12 years old and up.

Favorite Toys:

I love ALL toys!! It's like Christmas morning when I get a new toy. I am also really well at playing with toys all by myself.

Ideal Forever Home:

I'd love a home where I can spend lots of time with my human(s), maybe a person that is retired or works from home. I can live with other dogs and it may be best I have a friend to play with. I also love to go on adventures. I am a jumper so I may do best if I'm supervised outside or living in a townhome or apartment where I can go on walks with my family. No cats please.

General Socialization Notes:

I can be a bit shy at first, but I warm up quickly, especially with lots of treats. I am very sweet and have the biggest heart! I'm working on my recall skills but I'm learning. I can't wait to meet my human(s) to train with me!

Does Priscilla like other animals?

I get along great with other dogs and have even lived with cats (I find them pretty interesting!).

Does Priscilla like children?

I'm also curious about those little humans - they seem fun, and I'd love to learn more about them in a calm, respectful way. I may do best in a home with older children, 10 years old and up.

Favorite Toys:

I don't really have a favorite toy, but I do love to chew - give me a good chew toy and I'm one happy pup.

Ideal Forever Home:

If you're looking for a fun-loving, loyal, and slightly goofy sidekick, I think we could be a perfect match. I can live with other dogs and even cats, as long as I do slow intros. I'd love a home with older children. I'd really enjoy a family that wants to go on adventures with me and explore the world!

General Socialization Notes:

I know basic cues such as sit, stay, come, and place. I like car rides. I walk fairly well on a leash. I am not a fan of being in dog crates. I am known to counter surf as well as resource guard any food or new toys from other dogs. If I'm bored, I may get into mischief so I'd need some outlets for my energy. I'd love to train with my new humans and bond as well.

Does Peaches like other animals?

I get along pretty well with other dogs. I do like to resource guard my favorite things, so  I am not good at sharing food and new toys. I'd do best in a home without cats. I do love to chase rabbits.

Does Peaches like children?

I do tend to play a little rough so I might do better with older children. I do not share well with younger kids. I think children 12 years and older would be best for me.  

Favorite Toys:

I love squeaky toys, tennis balls, fluffy blankets (for snuggling). I also like ice cubes.

Ideal Forever Home:

I'd love a home with love, patience, and understanding. I'd enjoy one with outdoor space and lots of walks. I like being outside rain or shine. While I like my space, I also like to snuggle close at nighttime. A house with no cats is best. I also might prefer a home as an only dog to get all the love and attention.

General Socialization Notes:

I have made great progress with crate/house training with my foster family, though not 100% yet as I'm still a puppy. I am smart and eager to learn. I am already making progress on cues like 'touch,' 'sit,' and 'crate.' My desire for treats makes me incredibly trainable! I am also getting the hang of loose leash walking. On walks, I will happily go up to other people to get some ear scratches and attention. My gorgeous markings and soulful eyes always melts their hearts.

Does Starlight like other animals?

I am as playful as they come, always eager and ready to interact with my foster's 4-yo blue heeler. I am in puppy class and I love to play with the other pups in class. I am not too sure about cats since I haven't met any but probably with slow, supervised interactions, I would do fine.

Does Starlight like children?

I love playing and snuggling with the children in my home. They are 9 years and 12 years old. I'd be totally fine with children.

Favorite Toys:

I love to chase the ball or frisbee, play tug, and chew on a stuffy or kong. 

Ideal Forever Home:

I am looking for a loving home where I can continue to thrive and grow into the amazing companion I am destined to be! I'd do best in a home where there's another dog, as I am incredibly social and I'd love to learn from a friend. I am so excited to continue training to learn all the things I need and I'd love a family who is just as excited as me. Would you be the perfect match for me?

General Socialization Notes:

I am excellent around other dogs, cats, children, and adults of all ages. I am house trained, I know sit and come very well, and I am crate trained (I consider it my safe and comforting space!) I love to go to the dog park and go for walks, and will get extremely excited for them. Sometimes this excitement has only one way to get out, through whining and zoomies. I am excellent on car rides, staying silent and resting in the back. I'd make a great road trip companion. I am also terrific with baths. I do have an unusual and persistent craving for water. While odd and sometimes challenging (I love to try and eat snow), I have been seen by the doctor and confirmed to be completely healthy. I'm just a thirsty boy!

Does Thor like other animals?

Yes, I do very well with other animals.

Does Thor like children?

Yes, I've always done really well with children.

Ideal Forever Home:

I'd love a home with a fenced back yard to run, play, sunbathe, and lay in the snow during winter. I could live in a home with other dogs and children. I'd really do well with a family that is very active too.

GENERAL SOCIALIZATION NOTES:

I am scared of a lot of things in the world and need another dog to help be a bridge between myself and humans, especially. I do not like to be handled and can be very timid. I am currently on behavior medications to help with my anxiety. I am potty and crate trained but I do have accidents when I am very scared.

Does Chloe like other animals?

I need another dog to help me out in the world. I love to play with my dog friends once I feel safe in an environment. I am very curious about cats and will bark at them sometimes, but I otherwise leave them alone.

DOES CHLOE LIKE CHILDREN?

Because I am so nervous about the world and about humans, I should not be in a home with children under 12. Not children at all would be best.

Favorite Toys

I like ice cubes, treats, project toys, and appropriate chew toys. 

IDEAL FOREVER HOME:

My ideal home is one with another dog and a yard with a 6 foot fence. I am a flight risk when I get scared, so apartment living is not for me. I cannot be taken on regular walks since I will run if I get spooked. A home that will take things very slowly with me would be best.

General Socialization Notes:

I reportedly am fearful of 'everything' and 'everyone' and I certainly do take a bit to warm up to new people. I know how to sit, walk on a leash with minimal pulling, kennel up and I play a mean game of fetch. I definitely need more training with general manners, impulse control, along with confidence building.  I am potty trained for the most part, but need consistency in my schedule. 

Does Opal like other animals?

I have lived with cats, but would do best with a 'dog-savvy' cat as I sometimes forget my manners and will chase cats if it runs. I have lived with other small dogs, but can sometimes be selective in the dogs that I like and will play with, but I would also be fine as an only dog (so I can get ALL of the love and attention). 

Does Opal like children?

 I have lived with older children and would probably do best in a home where the children are at least 10 yrs old. 

Favorite Toys:

ALL TOYS...I haven't met a toy yet that I don't like! I also like chewing cow hooves and bully sticks.

Ideal Forever Home:

I would really like a home with a yard so I can play fetch. I would need a family that can understand me and help me feel more confident in the world. I also need a family that will help me learn my general manners.

General Socialization Notes:

I am a social butterfly, I love meeting new people. I do get very excited and I can be a bit mouthy. I am a very smart girl and learn quickly.

Does Percy like other anmials?

When I see small animals, I want to chase them. I also am nervous when I see other dogs, so I would like to be an only pet in a home.

Does Percy like children?

I would do best in a home with older children, 12 years and older. I get excited and may be a bit too much for little ones.

Favorite Toys:

I love to play with balls and tug toys! Project toys are fun too! Really all toys are my favorite.

Ideal Forever Home:

I would love a home where I am the only pet so I can get all the love!  A yard where I can run and play off leash would be super fun! I'd need a fence at least 5-6 ft tall. My ideal person would also be willing to continue working with me.

General Socialization Notes:

Humans are hard for me and I will need someone who will help me learn to trust.  I currently can't be touched and am just starting to be able to take treats directly from my foster momma's hand (vs being tossed). I can be very sensitive to my humans 'body language / body pressure'. I really like having a routine and will sometimes not eat if it is not being followed. I don't have a lot of cool skills like sit or lay down, as we have been focused on general socialization behaviors. However, I can be leashed (using my catch tab that I always wear) and will follow you while on leash. I'm also wicked good at going to my crate and am really reliable with my potty habits. 

Does Rocky Road like other animals?

I like other dogs and am REQUIRED to go to my forever home with at least one other dog. I play well with all of the dogs that I've met so far. Cats are pretty ok in my book too, although I occasionally will chase them if they run, but I really do not mean them any harm, I just want to have a little fun.

Does Rocky Road like children?

I may not do well with children. I would prefer a home with older humans who will help me trust.

Favorite Toys:

I like toys and do a great job helping to pull them out of the bucket. I'm too scared to actually play fetch as I have to return the ball to the human, but I have a grand time chasing after a ball or even chasing another dog playing fetch.

Ideal Forever Home:

I desperately need a human to help me with general human socialization and learn to like being touched. I need to be in a home with a yard, as walks in the public are not the best idea for me and I love to run. Apartment living would not work for me, as I can be loud in my crate, especially when my human comes home or when I need to go potty.

General Socialization Notes:

If it were up to me, I'd snuggle up to my family all day every day, or go on an adventures with them. I love car rides. I've learned to be quiet during the day at my foster mom's feet while she works. I used to get sad and anxious when she left, but I've become very familiar with going into my crate while she's gone or snuggling up on the couch until she returns. She also bought me a snuggle puppy stuffed animal that has a 'heartbeat' and I've loved curling up with it in my crate. It's really helped me settle in quickly in my crate! She also crates me at night when she goes to bed. I developed some noise sensitivity but it may have been due to stress.

Does Ranger like other animals?

I sometimes react to dogs on leashes and behind fences as I pass them, but I've been working really hard over the last month on my training and am getting better about ignoring them and not being as afraid they might pop out from the fence. I do resource guard so I might do best as an only dog. I tried to meet a cat once, but wasn't given ample time and boundaries to get familiar with the cat. If a family is interested in me that has a cat, I'll need time to warm up to it and proper introduction methods to see how I might do. I've been to a barn that houses horses, and was introduced to them while being on leash. I really wasn't interested in them and didn't react as I do with dogs while being on leash. When we ran out in the field where horses were being ridden, I was WAY more interested in a ball and playing fetch.

Does Ranger like children?

While I haven't been exposed to children, it might be best if children in the house were slightly older (8+). Sometimes I get really excited about toys, and I'm still learning the 'drop it' cue. A late grade school, middle schooler, and high schooler might better understand to be patient with me. 

Favorite toys:

My favorite activity has been going to a field and retrieving a thrown ball over and over again. Inside the house, I love playing fetch, but I also love playing keep away. It's so much fun! Really any dog toy will get me excited if my new family is willing to throw it for me!

Ideal Forever Home:

My ideal home would be one with a patient person or family who will love me unconditionally. I'd love a family that I can snuggle up to on the couch with, who will throw a ball or toy for me, and bring me along on their adventures and car rides! I would do best as an only dog. I love going for walks. If my next home has a fence around the yard or farm land, I'd love to spend time in the yard with them as they do yard work or play with me. I have a lot of love to give, and am ready to have a place in my furever home. 

General Socialization Notes:

My foster parents say that I am extremely intelligent and really want to execute my cues properly. I have had 10 one on one training sessions. I lay down, sit, stay, go to my bed, walk on a leash well, I'm fully potty and crate trained and I LOVE treats which makes me a breeze to train! I do have a puppy brain so sometimes I black out, but overall I'm 95% perfect with bouts of deafness and it's hard for me to focus when I'm scared. Back in October of 2023, I was found on the side of the road. I was neglected, abused and thrown away like trash. I weighed half my body weight and couldn't even stand without shaking, I never had the chance to socialize or be a carefree puppy. My foster parents took me in and have been providing stability and teaching me how to be a dog. I am still very weary of strangers, particularly men, and can be unsure in new surroundings but I'm getting better every day. I even quit Army crawling around the block or hiding from the T.V.

Does Mr. Winston like other animals?

From my past abuse and neglect, I take some time to warm up to other dogs. I hate being barked at but will tolerate anything from my dog friends. I want to be liked by everyone so I'm working really hard at introducing myself properly. I currently live with two other dogs and accept that the 20lb, 13 year old dog is the boss. In an ideal world, I would be the center of attention. 

Does Mr. Winston like children?

I am very curious about children and I'm always happy to see them but I like my space and time to process my surroundings without being overwhelmed or forced into interactions. Ideally I would prefer older children, 13 years and older, or a home with no children. 

Favorite Toys:

I love toys that I can tug, shake, and pull the stuffing out of. If they squeak I am in heaven. I am good at fetch and will play until your arm is tired. 

Ideal Forever Home:

I really need kindness, consistency, and continued training. New situations can be overwhelming to me, someone who is confident will allow me to calm down quickly. I am a goofy guy who will promise to make you smile and if you're introverted without a bunch of people coming into the house I would be really grateful. If you prove to be trustworthy, I will show you what love really is because I have so much to give. I may do best as an only dog and in a home with no children.

General Socialization Notes:

I'm a very social girl and I love to play. I do have a little trouble holding my potty when I'm alone in the house, so when you leave I like to curl up in my kennel with a bone and some cheese. Don't leave food too close to the edge of the counter though because it won't last long. Car rides can be a little scary for me but I love the adventure once I get where we are going. Walking through dog friendly stores and meeting new friends makes my day.

Does Tika like other animals?

I love playing with most dogs but I can be selective. I would probably get along best with another low energy dog that plays with me every now and then or I can be an only dog too. I love doggy daycare! My family now has a grumpy older pup who is not my biggest fan, so they told me everyone will be happier if I'm happier. I do fine with cats. I do try to play with them and when they tell me No, I listen. I sometimes chase them but I can also respect them.

Does Tika like children?

I love playing with children. I especially love fetch.

Favorite Toys:

I love chewing bones. Horns, kongs, puppy toys…. The occasional sock or stray shoe. I just get distracted easily and need lots of activity.

Ideal Forever Home:

Family is very important to me so I'd love a family that wants to spend time with me. I can't wait to learn new things with you! I may do best as an only dog so I can get all the love. I'd love an active family that loves adventure like me. Can't wait to meet you!

General Socialization Notes:

I am a chill, relaxed girl. I love meeting new people. I do get my occasional zoomies and love to run through the yard. I love taking walks! I do bark sometimes when people or dogs walk by my yard or home, but I'm just letting them know I'm there.

Does London Rose like other animals?

I have lived with other dogs and would do well with them. I would do best with an older dog like me, no puppies please. They can be too much for me. I'm not sure about cats.

Does London Rose like children?

I am not too sure about children because I haven't lived with any. But maybe with my calm, relaxed personality I would do okay. It may be best if they are 12 years and older.

Favorite Toys:

I do like squeaky balls the best! But overall, I don't really play with toys.

Ideal Forever Home:

I'd love a home where I can spend time with my humans. I would do well as an only dog or with a dog that is calm like me. I am pretty chill so I'd do great in a home that likes to chill like me. I would love daily walks though, because I love my walks!

General Socialization Notes:

I love meeting new people! I am a very sensitive girl so I'd need a gentle touch. I love to cuddle!! I would do best as an only dog. I am very smart and very treat motivated.

Does Rosie like other animals?

I would prefer to be an only dog and spend time with my humans that way I get all the love! I am not sure about cats so a home without cats would be best.

Does Rosie like children?

I would love to be in a family with older children, 13 years and older. I'd love to play with them! No small children because I am a bit enthusiastic.

Favorite Toys:

I love frisbees, balls and Benebones! I am also a master at fetch. My special talent is catching treats in the air. I love that game!

Ideal Home:

I'd do best in a home where I have lots of space to run and play. I love my zoomies! I'd love a family that will give me lots of attention and training. I enjoy taking hikes and going on adventures. I'm a curious and loyal companion! I would prefer a home as an only dog to get all the love and attention from my humans.

General Socialization Notes:

I'm a good boy but I need someone who is able to continue my training so I can continue to become even better. I am crate trained and potty trained, but I do sometimes mark in the house. If there were no other male dogs in the home, it might be easier for me.

Does Scrappy like other animals?

I am reactive when I meet other dogs on leash, so meeting dogs off leash is less stressful for me. I am pretty selective with my dog friends and might be best as an only dog, but some submissive dogs and females are ok. I would do best with no small animals. 

Does Scrappy like children?

I am a high energy guy and would do best in a home with adults only or older children. 

Favorite toys:

I love to play with balls. Chase is my favorite game. I've never played with a flirt pole before but I think they sound super fun!

Ideal forever home:

I would love a backyard where I could run and play. An active family that could take me on hikes and adventures would be amazing! I also need someone who is invested in my training and willing to help me become the dog I know I can be. 

General socialization notes:

I'm the whole package! I'm house trained, crate trained, well-behaved for grooming, and I even know a few commands. When I'm hiking, I know to stay on the trail with my people. I love training and am super food motivated, so you can teach me more tricks and fun things if you want. 

Does Toni like other animals?

I love to play with other dogs! I've lived with dogs before and shared a yard with the neighbor's dogs. I love other dogs so much that when I can't go say hi to them, I will sometimes pull and yelp. I'm working on my leash skills but will need some help from my new family. When I see cats on walks, I try to chase them. I would love a home with another dog, but a home without any cats would be best. 

Does Toni like children?

I haven't been around children very much. They seem like they might be fun, but I do jump when I get excited. A home with only adults or older kids would be best. 

Favorite toys:

I'm a die hard fan of playing tug and taking apart stuffed toys. My favorite toys are my squeaky kong ball and my plush beachball. When I'm not playing, I also enjoy car rides and going for walks. I'm a pretty nosey guy and delight in people watching and sniffing everything I can.

Ideal home:

I would do best in a home where I'm not left alone for long time periods. I'm happiest when I'm with my family and would do best with dog siblings to play with or a human who can give me lots of walks and play sessions. 

General Socialization notes

She knows some tricks like sit, come, shake, etc but she occasionally struggles with stay. Sometimes, she will sit pretty without being asked to. She loves to hug with her front legs and when getting a belly rub, it's her favorite when you also hold her head. She is a great cuddle buddy as she loves to be close to her hoomans. She is currently allowed on all furniture but if that's not okay for whatever reason, she will obey and stay off of it. Sarah will also bark at knocks on the door but she will stop as soon as commanded to. 

Does Sarah like other animals?

Sarah is not good with other dogs. She is lacking confidence and has some fear but I wouldn't say she is aggressive. She is able to see a dog some feet away and ignore it. But if that dog barks and appears that it wants to approach her, she will react aggressively. Sarah has had some unfortunate interactions with other dogs where injuries have happened so it is recommended that Sarah be the only dog in the house. As far as I know, Sarah hasn't been exposed to any other animals but to be safe she should probably be the only animal. 

Does Sarah like children?

Sarah is great with hoomans of all ages, especially kiddos. She will let them lay on her, pat her, rub her, etc. Again, she is extremely docile. 

Favorite toys

A soccer ball for sure and she also likes the dogs toys that have a crinkling sound to them.

Ideal home

Sarah's ideal home would be one where she is an only pet and has all her hoomans' attention. Lots of couch time would also be great!

General Socialization Notes:

I do need a little time when meeting new people. I will bark and jump, at first. With yummy treats, I do warm up quickly. I do, sometimes, chew random objects if they are easy for me to get, but I'm working on that.

Does Bandit like other animals?

I love other dogs but sometimes, I can be a little much for them. I like to play rough. But, I'd love a buddy that matches my energy! I may do best in a home without cats.

Does Bandit like children?

I have lived with children, but I may do best in a home with older children, 12 years old and older.

Favorite Toys:

 If it's a toy, I love it!! Some of my all time favorites though, are kongs, rope toys, bones and balls!

Ideal Forever Home:

I'd  love a home with a yard to run and play in. I'd also love a family that loves to spend time with me and cuddle. I'd love to live with another dog, but that dog would need to match my energy and play style, so we could play all day! A home with older children and no cats, would be best.

General Socialization Notes:

I am playful, enthusiastic, energetic, and great in a car until I see a person or a person with a dog out the window, then you will hear my big bark. I react on a leash to people, dogs and wildlife and have been working on meeting people with one of my dog friends at my dog daycare. Play is my biggest reward and I love playing with my friends. Once I trust a person, I'm very affectionate but it does take me time.

Does Zara like other animals?

I am reactive on a leash when I encounter dogs and wildlife. I'm getting better at not reacting to people. I get along with my male dog friends at daycare and live with two chihuahuas, a shepherd mix, and four cats. Introductions need to be done in a proper way to ensure my success. I can be pushy with housemates with getting attention and I like to take all the toys for myself.

Does Zara like children?

I don't currently have any kids to play with, but with my enthusiasm, it might be best if I'm with kids over 8, just so everyone is safe in play.

Favorite Toys

I enjoy playing with and chewing on a variety of items, such as sticks, bully sticks, tug toys, and stuffed animals.

Ideal Home

My ideal home would be one where I receive regular attention, exercise, and mental stimulation. I learn quickly and already know cues such as sit, down, touch, and crate. I would be a good companion for a male dog, but I could be the only dog in a household and be fine too.  I need an experienced dog owner to setup introductions to new people and dogs and continue working with me on my confidence.

General Socialization Notes:

I'm a social pup who enjoys meeting new people! I have a blast playing fetch, tug-of-war with ropes, and hunting for hidden treats in the house! I'm pretty good on my leash, but if I spot another animal, I can get a little excited. I'm well-behaved inside, but when I'm outside, the world can be a bit distracting for me. I'd need a family that is willing to work on that with me.

Does Journey like other animals?

I think I'd thrive in a home with no other animals, where I can have a big yard to call my own. I am not sure about cats since I haven't met any.

Does Journey like children?

Yes, I lived in a home with children, older and younger, and did well with them. I was always very gentle.

Favorite Toys:

I love all toys and especially love playing fetch!!

Ideal Forever Home:

I'd love a home where I can have a big yard to call my own and plenty of toys to keep me entertained. I'd do best in a home as an only dog. I also want to work on feeling more comfortable when seeing other dogs while I'm out walking. I'm ready to join a family that will love me and take me on lots of adventures!

General Socialization Notes:

I'm a proud graduate of basic and intermediate training classes. I know basic cues like sit, stay, down, shake, and leave it. I walk right next to you on a leash (I prefer the right-hand side!). I'm crate trained and prefer to sleep there at night. I'm house-broken and am used to keeping myself entertained at home alone during a normal workday.  I do get excited around new people and need reminders not to jump up - my high energy can be a lot if you're not a dog person! I do get sad if I can see you outside and I'm stuck inside. I will probably bark to remind you that I want to hang out wherever you are. I will also bark in the yard if I see another dog or the Amazon Prime guy. Someone has to keep the house safe!

Does Wheeler like other animals?

Depends on the dog. I live with another shepherd mix right now who's about my size and we get along just fine. She's a little older than me and very laid back, which is why we're such good friends. I get nervous around new dogs on walks and may bark at them, but if you remind me that you're there for me, I can calm down. I don't get along with cats, so the cat I live with now stays in a separate part of the house.

Does Wheeler like children?

I get nervous around young children and would do best in a house with either no kids or much older kids.

Favorite Toys:

My favorite toy is anything that's designed to be chewed up, like a stringy rope toy. I also love to play fetch with tennis balls and then lay down to chew them.

Ideal Forever Home:

I will do best in an active home without young children. While I do like to relax while my humans are at work, I'm used to walking for at least a half hour each day with plenty of longer walks and hikes on the weekends. I respond well to a calm, attentive presence. I am looking forward to training to help me manage my excitement in new situations. I'd love a home with  a yard so I can run and play! I'd do best in a home without cats.

General Socialization Notes:

I am very smart. “Brilliant” even. I learn quickly and am eager to please. I don't need to be kenneled. I don't destroy your things. If I'm really stressed about something I'll destroy some of my toys. If you ask I'll bring you any squeakers I pull out in exchange for a treat. I'm really not good on leash yet, but gradually getting better. I've been practicing in a big area without distractions to improve my focus. I'm not ready to walk around other dogs, people or especially rabbits yet. I need to keep working toward that. Car rides are hard for me too. I get overly excited and kind of loud at first. We have learned that I get anxious and don't listen well when I'm hungry. If I seem like I'm stressed about nothing it's probably an empty tummy. 

Does Hobbs like other animals?

I've been living with 2 older dogs about my size. I love to play with them. I am sometimes too much and need help understanding when to stop. I'm getting better at that. Small dogs might not be good because I guess I play a bit rough. A home with no cats would be best.

Does Hobbs like children?

I think I would love children who are not too little. Maybe teenagers or near teens. Someone to play with me. 

Favorite Toys:

I like a lot of toy variety. Sometimes it's nice to have a tug toy, something I can shake if you're not in a tug mood. Squeaker balls are my favorite. I'll put them right in your lap so you can toss them across the room for me. That's my favorite game.

Ideal Forever Home:

My ideal forever home is one with a pretty big yard and some indoor floor space to play too. I'd love a dog around my size and age who will play with me. I would also be fine as your only dog. I do like getting all of the attention. A 6 foot privacy fence is a must. I can climb chain link and I can get over a shorter fence. My foster mom's yard is in the back away from people and dogs walking by. That's really perfect for me. Oh… I am protective and will tell you if there are intruders about. Delivery trucks carry potential intruders and are very suspicious. If you're looking for a best friend who is smart, sweet, playful and energetic, I'm your guy!

General Socialization Notes:

I am very laid back, and love my family unconditionally.  I'll sit next to you on the couch, try to snuggle with you in bed and will follow you around just so I can see what you're doing.  Eventually I'll get bored and take a nap when nothing exciting is happening.  I am crate trained and potty trained, and love getting treats when I show good behavior.  I know how to sit and stay, unless there are unknown distractions around.  The doorbell and I are not friends.  I will consistently bark when I think there's 'stranger danger' coming into my home, only calming down when the supposed 'threat' is gone or I've adjusted to their presence.  Sometimes I need anxiety medication to help me stay calm and relaxed when people come over, or when we need to go to the vet. I would benefit from some training or behavior classes to help me with my anxious behaviors.  I have a sensitive tummy, and don't do well with people food.  

Does Rocky like other animals?

I have had some play dates with other dogs, but I get too amped up and usually annoy them with my barking or persistence to play.  I do well on my own, but would be open to other dogs, if they would want to play with me. I could also live as an only dog to get all the love.

Does Rocky like children?

I love the kids in my family, but I get anxious when unknown people, including kids, come into my home.  If I become familiar with them, I'll do better, but hopefully behavior classes will help me understand they are my friends.  I grew up with multiple children in the house and would probably do better with kids who are 10 or older, so they can understand my signals for when I get anxious.  If the kids in my home play hard, or get really loud, it can sometimes make me anxious.  

Favorite Toys:

I love chewing on flavored bones, specifically peanut butter ones.  I also like to play with any kind of chew toys and sticks along with tug-a-war toys. I love stuffed animals and snuggling in a blanket.  

Ideal Forever Home:

I would thrive in a home where people are home a lot and there are not a lot of visitors. I would do okay left alone for a few hours, once I adjust to your schedule, I can be left alone while you're at work, but when you get home, I'll want all of your attention.  I don't need a lot of outdoor space, so a small yard or deck would be okay.  I don't like being outside, unless you're with me, or we go for a walk, or it's a warm sunny day and I can sunbathe.  I am very chill, easy going and like to lay around, so I don't need a lot of stimulation, I just need companionship.  I could live with another dog or do just fine as an only dog. Older children would be best for me. 

General Socialization Notes:

I love humans. I do jump sometimes, so I'll need help with containing my excitement. I have a very high prey drive so I do need a home that understands that.  I am very smart and I learn quickly. I'd need to continue training because I love to work! I am crate trained.

Does Dakota like other animals?

I have a very high prey drive so I would need to be in a home without cats or small animals. I currently live with another dog so I can have a dog friend but I'd need slow introductions. I may do best as an only dog so I can get all the love!

Does Dakota like children?

I would do fine with children but may do best with those that are 8 years or older. I do jump and I may be too much for smaller children.

Favorite Toys:

I love my woof pupsicles! I also love anything that takes me a bit to work on, like Kongs with something yummy inside.

Ideal Forever Home:

I would love a family that is very active. I would also need a family that will continue to train with me because I am very smart and love to learn. I would probably be best as an only dog and I'd need a home without cats or small animals.