Max
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Max is a happy, loving dog who needs a bit of time to settle into new situations. He is dog-friendly and very smart. We rescued Max when he had a urinary tract blockage and stones in his bladder that was life-threatening. He has completely healed from the surgery. Energy Level? Max is generally high energy, and loves daily walks (about 30 to 45 minutes suits him just fine). House trained? Max is generally house-trained but is reluctant to go outside in the morning. He does have occasional accidents in the house. Describe how they are on leash? Max is very excited to go on his walks and will touch his nose to his lease indicating he is ready to go for his daily walk. Sometimes he can be reactive to other dogs, but sometimes will also walk calmly past a dog. He is friendly greeting other friendly dogs. Describe how they are with other dogs? Max enjoys the company of other friendly dogs and will prefer to sleep close to another dog, if not actually on the same bed from time to time. However, he's good at picking up signals from dogs when they do not want him too close. Have they been around cats or other animals? How were they? Max is good...for the most part. Max is a little too interested in my young cat and my kitten and so has limited access to them, although he has met them both. But he is pretty good overall with my dog-savvy older cat. (although he does get warned to back off from time to time by my cat). Commands they know? Max is largely untrained and would do amazing in beginner class. What are their favorite things? Max loves toys, zoomies around the house or backyard, snuggling in your lap, trying to eat the cat's food, trying to play or annoy the kitten, going for walks. What do they need to work on? Recall, sit, stay, leave it. How are they when left alone? How long have they been left alone? Max has only been alone for perhaps four hours. But, he's fine being in the kitchen when I'm in another room....zero separation anxiety Where do they sleep? Max sleeps in his crate or an xpen. What is their ideal home? Max would be great for someone who understands he really needs time to settle in. He growled and barked at me for two full days when I got him...and now my biggest challenge is keeping him off my lap when I'm trying to work. He's very loving, sweet, and playful...but is untrained and will not reliably come when called. He does not like leaving his bed in the morning and sometimes will growl when he is told to go outside. He rarely barks unless it's to get your attention (usually when he's hungry). He has no separation anxiety when he's kept in another room from me. He would be a great companion for someone who is willing to go slow and spend time training him. He is very smart and would benefit tremendously from training. What is their meal schedule and what are they eating? Max eats special prescription food since he had stones removed from his bladder. He loves his prescription kibble and has no problem gobbling it down. |
Burt
Adoption Pending.
Age: 3 years Breed: Chihuahua Mix Weight: 8 pounds Sex: Male Adoption Fee: $325 More Photos of Burt learn more
Burt is a sweet and affectionate dog that just joined our rescue after his owner passed away. He is such a smart boy and has already mastered the doggie dog. Stay tuned for more on Burt!! |
Rose & Remington
Age: Rose ~8-9 Remi ~6-7
Breed: Chi Mixes Weight: Rose 9.5, Remi 8.5 pounds Sex: Female and Male Adoption Fee: bonded pairs $525 ($125 discount) learn more
Welcome to Rose and Remi!! Rose is quiet and sweet. She loves to be at your side and will be your little shadow. Her favorite things to do is cuddle, sleep, eat yummy soft treats, and layout in the sun. Remi is goofy and spunky (in the cutest way ever!). He will also be your little shadow and when he gets excited he has this little wiggle dance. He loves cuddles, sleeping in the sun, zooms, and is very food motivated. Energy Level? Rose: Low and Remi: Low to Medium House trained? Both are house trained Describe how they are on a leash? Both are not super comfortable on a leash yet but they are working on it. They mostly don't move too much on a leash and need encouragement. Describe how they are with other dogs? They don't really pay much attention to other dogs on leash while walking. Have they been around cats or other animals? How were they? They have done fine with both dogs and cats when tested. Commands they know? Working on basic commands. What are their favorite things? Remi and Rose both love food (Remi more on this one), sleeping in the sun, and cuddles. What do they need to work on? Walking on a leash, basic commands, and getting used to you being away from them. They prefer to be with you, but they both calm down after a few minutes when left. How are they when left alone? How long have they been left alone? I left them at home for up to 3 hours and after a few minutes of whining, they calmed down and fell asleep. Where do they sleep? Inside of their pen and on their beds mostly. What is their ideal home? Their ideal home would be a mellow home. They would love to be around you most of the time but can handle being left with each other while you go out. A home with adults or respectful children would be ideal. What is their meal schedule and what are they eating? They eat twice a day. They like hot water added to 1/3 cup of kibble and wait for the kibble to become soft and cool down. Occasionally I add some super finely chopped-up chicken to encourage them. Rose is more finicky. Remi is not finicky |
Diego
Age: 4 years old.
Breed: Chihuahua Mix Weight: 12 pounds Sex: Male Adoption Fee: $325 youtube of Diego learn more
Diego is a good boy, likes to be close to you when you're sitting around and working on the computer. He's crate trained, and likes hanging out in his crate during the day when you're away from home. At night, he learned very quickly to sleep on a bed on the floor, without trying to jump on my bed. He sleeps quietly until you're ready to get up and let him out. Diego gets very excited to go for a walk, and gets vocal when he sees you putting on your shoes. This is a behavior we're working to extinguish right now. Diego is nervous around new people. He needs an adopter who will understand from dog stress signs and only let him approach them. Diego is not a fit for young children in the home, as children can be unpredictable and make him nervous. Diego's adopters should understand that they should not stick their hands in his face unpredictably, he should be only calmly petted, especially by new people. Once he knows and trusts you, he will roll over for belly rubs. Diego is an affectionate dog, but it's best that he goes to a calm home where he can feel secure. Diego loves to play fetch! He's also good with other dogs in the home. Diego can be a little leash reactive, where he barks and pulls towards other dogs. This is a behavior we're also working on using positive reinforcement. Energy Level? Medium House trained? Mostly Describe how they are on leash? He pulls ahead initially but not hard, and will walk better after a few minutes. Working on leash manners. Describe how they are with other dogs? Good in the same household. Have they been around cats or other animals? How were they? Yes, Diego has lived with cats in his previous home. Commands they know? Sit, going into his crate with a visual signal What are their favorite things? Playing fetch What do they need to work on? leash manners, he can benefit from more basic obedience cues. How are they when left alone? How long have they been left alone? Good. Up to 8 hours in his previous home. Where do they sleep? Crate during the day, on a dog bed on the floor at night. What is their ideal home? Adult only home, with people who are experienced around nervous dogs and understand stress signs. |
Scooby
Age: 3 years
Breed: Chihuahua Mix Weight: 12.5 pounds Sex: Male Adoption Fee: $325 More Photos of Ernie learn more
Scooby is the best little companion! He is a sweet boy who loves to cuddle and is already potty trained. Scooby is great on a leash. He recently joined us after his owner died. He's smart, playful, and a great walking companion. He wants to be loved. Energy Level? He likes to take walks and fetch toys but also likes to snuggle. Not demanding House trained? Yes Describe how they are on leash? He walks nicely on a leash and doesn't pull. Describe how they are with other dogs? Once he knows the dog/s, he's fine. He will bark at them as I believe he's afraid. Have they been around cats or other animals? How were they? He's been around dogs and also lived with cats. He's good with them. Commands they know? Sit, down, come. What are their favorite things? Snuggles, squeaky toys, treats What do they need to work on? He's afraid of big dogs until he knows them. Some leash reactivity. How are they when left alone? How long have they been left alone? Scooby is great when left alone. Has had no 'accidents.' He's been alone for as long as 5 hours. Where do they sleep? He sleeps in his bed, which is currently in a large pen. I'm sure he would love to be on our bed, but we don't want to start something his forever home wouldn't do. What is their ideal home? Scooby's ideal home would be one where he would get play time, snuggles time, and short walks. (We currently walk 1-2 miles) |
Lamb Chop
Age: 10-12 years
Breed: Pom/Chihuahua Mix Weight: 6.5 pounds Sex: Female Adoption Fee: $325 More Photos of Lamb chop learn more
Lambchop is sweet, spunky, and playful. Energy Level? Low to medium. She likes slow walks, lounging at home, playing in the backyard, and occasionally will initiate play with another dog. House trained? Yes. As long as she has a way to get outside, she prefers going outside. She is also potty pad trained in case she cannot get outside for more than 5 hrs. Super easy! Describe how they are on leash? Lambchop is fine on a leash. She is also not leash-reactive. Describe how they are with other dogs? She will sniff but mostly will keep to herself. She is not afraid to let another dog know if they are being rude by first giving them a warning look/growl, followed by a slight nip if the other dog does not stop the unwanted behavior. Have they been around cats or other animals? How were they? She lived with two other dogs, and she was great with them. Commands they know? Lambchop does not know any commands. What are their favorite things? Eating and snuggles. What do they need to work on? Lambchop is as close to perfect as you can get, but she could learn some basic commands. How are they when left alone? How long have they been left alone? Lambchop was fine, left alone while I worked. My video camera showed her sleeping most of the time and using the potty pad whenever she needed to go. Where do they sleep? Lambchop sleeps in her bed, which she loves. What is their ideal home? Lambchop would do well in any home as a "single child" or with other dogs. I am not sure about children as I don't have any in my home. A home where she gets lots of cuddles. She is just so sweet. |
Rocky (Papa)
Special Needs! On daily heart meds.
Age: 10 years old. Breed: Pomeranian Chihuahua Mix Weight: 6 pounds Sex: Male Adoption Fee: $255 learn more
Rocky is a very sweet senior gentleman. He is friendly, however, he appreciates when strangers go slow and give him time. He is such a good boy. He recently visited our vet and had his teeth cleaned. What a good boy he was. We think Rocky is a love. Energy Level? Chill House trained? Yes Describe how they are on leash? Great Describe how they are with other dogs? He is good with other dogs but hasn't learned to share his toys. Have they been around cats or other animals? How were they? no reaction to the resident cat Commands they know? working on basic commands. What are their favorite things? Papa loves going on walks and exploring in the yard. What do they need to work on? Sharing toys if he is going to live with other dogs How are they when left alone? How long have they been left alone? He's been left 4-5 hours and does well Where do they sleep? Current in a xpen on his dog bed. What is their ideal home? Papa would do good in a home where she has structure and gets a lot of love and attention. He likes to walk and curl up on the couch or in your lap. |
Leon
Age: 8 years
Breed: Terrier, Chihuahua Mix Weight: 13 pounds Sex: Male Adoption Fee: $325 learn more
Leon is a new arrival. We really don't know Leon's past. He ended up at the shelter as a stray dog. His coat was dull and his eyes were weepy. But soon it was revealed that this quiet little guy had been suffering in silence with a broken jaw. He has already been to our dedicated vet where they were able to pull both teeth at each side of the break and wire his jaw for the healing to begin. Bad teeth and gum recession can cause jaws to fracture, but Leon's teeth and gums were fine. It is likely that Leon's broken jaw was due to some type of injury to his mouth. Was he kicked? We sure hope not. Leon is safe now and receiving our love and care. As you can imagine he needed pain meds and is on soft food. Each day he seems to feel better. He loves to soak in the sun and cuddle up in his bed. Leon will be looking for his new home soon. |
Charlie
Age: 7 years
Breed: Chihuahua Mix Weight: 7 pounds Sex: Male Adoption Fee: $325 learn more
Charlie!! We rescued Charlie after he had life-saving surgery for a perineal hernia!! Charlie is charming. He loves to cuddle under blankets or snuggle on your lap. If you put a blanket over his bed, he will tuck himself in to stay warm. Once he is warm, he loves to sleep belly up. Charlie has a habit of collecting all the toys in the house and creating a toy playground. While recovering and moving slowly, he loves to fetch toys and gently tug on them. Charlie loves his dinner time. He's always happy to eat his dog food and will do a little wiggle dance when you bring him his food. Energy Level? Low House trained? Yes. Describe how they are on a leash. Very good on a leash. He loves his walks even though he can't go too far. Describe how they are with other dogs? Charlie is very good with other dogs, both big and small. He's more interested in having people scratch him than playing with the other dog. Have they been around cats or other animals? How were they? Very good with the cat we introduced him to. Commands they know? Charlie knows, go to bed. He is good about not running outdoors, he walks well on a leash. What are their favorite things? Snuggling with warm blankets, dinner, and toys. What do they need to work on? He can be a little stubborn- when it's time to go outside in the cold, he sometimes doesn't want to, even when he needs to. How are they when left alone? How long have they been left alone? No issues being alone. He's been alone for four or more hours. Where do they sleep? In his bed in an XPen in the guest bedroom. What is their ideal home? Charlie would do well in a lower-energy home with someone who likes to take shorter walks. He would love someone who lets him snuggle with them and will play with toys with him |
Eli
Vision Impaired
Age: 16 years Breed: Miniature Pinscher Weight: 9.5 pounds Sex: Male Adoption Fee: $255 learn more
Eli won’t spend one more night in the shelter. This super senior is blind and is somewhat deaf, almost toothless and a tripod!! He has been to the vet and is ready for his forever home. We absolutely LOVE him. Eli is great with people and dogs. Rides nicely in car. He has also learned to use the doggie door. |
Lilo
Vision Impaired
Age: 10 -12 years Breed: Mix Weight: 25 pounds Sex: Female Adoption Fee: $255 learn more
Lilo is super friendly! Gets along with all other dogs. She is just a love bug. Whether walking on the beach or cuddling on the couch, Lilo is the best companion. Due to her blindness, she appreciates if you alert her before diving into petting her as that can be startling. Energy Level? Low House trained? Mostly house-trained, but she needs to be taken out regularly. Crate trained. Describe how they are on leash? Lilo is a VERY slow walker, but going on daily walks is her favorite part of the day. Due to her blindness, it just takes us longer to walk. Describe how they are with other dogs? Great. Gets along with all dogs. Doesn’t care about other dogs. Completely impartial. Have they been around cats or other animals? How were they? Has not been introduced to cats, but I’d assume she’d be just as chill with them. Commands they know? She knows her name, and she knows “go outside”. What are their favorite things? Going in slow walks and laying with my human on the couch. Belly rubs are also a favorite! What do they need to work on? It takes her a while to learn her surroundings due to her blindness. But she is perfect in every way! How are they when left alone? How long have they been left alone? Lilo does well alone. We have left her for about 3 - 4 hours. She stays in her crate. When we leave her alone we turn on the radio so it feels like we are around. It calms her. Where do they sleep? She prefers her bed with her favorite blanket. She gets restless in bed with us. What is their ideal home? A quiet, slower-paced home with someone around to take her on daily walks and loves to rub her tummy. She is an older lady and doesn't require much exercise, just a warm and cozy bed, yummy food, and lots of love. Lilo is the easier, sweetest Foster dog I have ever had. |
Sparkles
Not accepting applications
Age: 14 years Breed: Pomeranian Weight: 7 pounds Sex: Female learn more
#Rescued! One of our amazing volunteers noticed Sprinkles and her owner in the surrender line at the San Jose Shelter. Unfortunately, this is a sight she often sees. But on this day, something sparked her to step in. She learned that Sprinkle’s owner was bringing her to the shelter for euthanasia, due to her age and medical issues. But the shelter does not have the ability to allow owners to stay with their pets for euthanasia, nor do they have the bandwidth to fulfill these requests on the spot, so that means dogs like Sprinkles are kenneled and must wait for the shelter vet to examine them. With the number of animals, this could be days. Owners are told that their euthanasia request may not be honored if their pets have treatable conditions, and they will be placed on the “needs rescue” list giving rescues (like ours) the opportunity to save them before they are euthanized. Again, this could take days. Our big-hearted volunteer did not want Sprinkles to spend one night in the shelter -feeling abandoned, alone, or scared, and that’s where we come in. Please welcome Sprinkles, the most beautiful #senior #Pomeranian to Every Pet’s Dream!! She is the biggest love. She has already been to our vets. She’s having a hard time walking due to lots of spinal degeneration and arthritis in her hips, but she prefers to be carried or maybe she’ll be a candidate for a set of wheels!! Sprinkles also has advanced mammary masses, which is the result of not being spayed! 😢 (ugh!!! Please spay your pets! Spaying before the first heat almost entirely prevents issues like mammary cancer and pyometra, a dangerous infection of the uterus that can kill female dogs very quickly.) This little senior lady has spunk, and she is feeling so much better now that she’s on pain medication and antibiotics for her skin/yeast infections which caused her fur loss. She also received an antibodies injection designed to help reduce scratching, so her skin has a chance to heal. She had a therapeutic bath, her crusty wax-filled ears have been cleaned and her overgrown nails have been trimmed. Now that she is feeling better, her appetite is better and she’s enjoying her chicken, rice, and sweet potato meals, along with some bone broth. We are all so in love with this precious girl. She has so much love, cuddles, and kisses to give, and we are so happy to provide whatever she needs for as long as she needs us. #everypetsdream #seniordogsrule #untiltheend |
Tofu
Age: 4 years
Breed: Terrier, Pom, Chihuahua Mix Weight: 9.4 pounds Sex: Male Adoption Fee: Not Available learn more
Tofu came to us scared and shut down. We do not know what this beautiful endured while he was stray roaming property for over a month before he arrived at the shelter. But we do know that we will give him all the time and patiences he needs to trust humans again. Tofu is currently in a board and train. Please consider a donation for Tofu's care. Thank you |
