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Success Stories!

We are thrilled to share our sucess stories with you. Thanks to people like you, we are able to bring a happy end to many of these dogs' struggle to find a new home. To see our recently adopted dogs click here

Sissy
It was ironic that Sissy had gone to Any Dog Rescue, because I had run across information about them on the internet and I was hoping to convince them to help with Sissy if she had not been adopted. I emailed Marta Wolfe from Any Dog Rescue and told her that I had been following Sissy on the internet and asked how she was doing. It turned out that Sissy did not have a foster home; Marta had generously agreed to take her without an available temporary home to save her from euthanasia. As I felt an immediate connection with her upon first seeing her picture online, I volunteered to foster her.

Marta brought her to our house and Sissy met our pugs. It was a little adjustment for everyone:) Within 48 hours the dogs were getting along very well together. Within a week we knew that Sissy was meant to be with us and we adopted her from Any Dog Rescue. She has gained a badly needed 8 lbs, she has been spayed and she started beginner obedience training yesterday. Her full name is now Isabel Cecilia, but she continues to be called Sissy as her nickname. Sissy is a playful and happy-go-lucky puppy. I have attached a picture of her in our backyard and a picture of her sleeping next to one of her "big sisters", Lulu. Again, thank you for responding to my emails about Sissy.
– Sincerely, Jennifer

Harley
In Harley leaving to his new home yesterday we cried with happy tears, finally he got a chance. Well in speaking with his owner, Barbara tonight she said they love him. He has walked three times today, and most definitely is her oldest son, Ricky's dog. He slept in the house last night next to Ricky's bed, even though he brought Harley's bed into his room for him to sleep on it, Harley chose not to sleep on it, but on the floor next to Ricky.

They said everyone wants to come over to meet Harley, and of course he loves the attention. Rick, the husband loves him and they all cannot believe how intelligent Harley is. I asked how his behavior was in the house and she said he went to lift his leg yesterday and today and they put him outside and he cried and put his head down, so she feels he knew that was not going to be accepted. She closed the conversation to call anytime and they chose the perfect dog and they are so happy.

So it took some time but sounds like we found the perfect home for him with a family where he will be traveling in an RV that sounds pretty elaborate so my prayers were answered, thank you to my higher up!

Also thank you everyone for your patience and support in placing Harley. Also Marta thanks for remembering Harley when they came in to Petco in Vallejo.

Good job everyone, team work makes a big difference!

Guinness
Guinness was a dog in which I have been monitoring for three months. I was doing an adoption fair at PFE in Antioch and one of the staff received a call in which they asked me if I would like to talk to this person. The owners were looking for a home for their senior un socialized bully breed girl who was dog aggressive and leery of men. The couple had her since she was a puppy. The wife was expecting their first baby in 5 weeks and the couple had decided to surrender her. Although they loved her and I gave other options to surrendering her by telling them PFE would give a discount on an outside run for the day time and if they could leave garage door open and she could sleep there at night, although personally believe our four legged friends belong in the house with other family members, but she said they had talked about it and had made up their minds. I gave them the truth that with Guinness being older, not social it would be hard to place her and if they brought her to the shelter due to mortgage crisis and the economy the shelters are crowded and most likely she would be euthanized. I asked if they could keep her until I find a foster. I did find a woman who was willing to foster her in which I followed up on and the wife said they were thinking about keeping her on the date the fostering was suppose to begin.

I advised her on reading books on how to introduce the baby to Guinness, told her to bring baby blanket home before she brought baby home so Guinness knew the smell; and also shared with her how my deceased Rottweiler as big as he was wonderful with the grandsons. The wife advised me that she wanted to thank us for guiding us in doing the right thing and keeping Guinness. They cannot believe how wonderful she is with the baby watching over her and how she loves the baby, that it has changed her disposition, maybe she was waiting for her little sister to come to keep her company. What a happy ending.

This shows when talking pays in advising this family on what to do prior to the event, truth of facts of shelters dilemmas, processing other ideas, having fosters, and calling back shows them we care about their animal and let them think about other options. Harrah!

Henrietta
Henrietta was found wandering starving and dirty in front of her rescuers car. She took her in for the night but had two cats and lived in a no-dog apartment so she had no idea what to do. She named the dog Henrietta after Henrietta the cat, who had passed away the day before, loved but old, hoping she would bring luck to her namesake. Henrietta was a back-yard bred blue nose pit bull cross, probably from the wrong part of town, just over a year old. She contacted every organization she could find, but found no alternatives available except for the pinole shelter and it seemed Henrietta would have very little chance of adoption there, so she couldnt bring herself to take her there. The only people that gave her help and support and committed themselves to Henrietta were Any Dog Rescue and Pit Bull Rescue.

She took Henrietta to her vet and found she was in heat so therefore could not be fixed and was confined indoors for over a month. She kept her downstairs away from the cats and in secret from the landlords during that time, and they formed a loving bond. Henrietta was rambunctious, and super strong, but sweet and gentle as pie and loved hugs and kisses. Time passed and finally Any Dog Rescue found a suitable place in a no kill sanctuary for her. After she was fixed, her foster mother drove her up there and tearfully said her goodbyes, leaving the sanctuary with many donations from well wisher friends and high hopes. After checking in on Henrietta obsessively, her foster found out that a few weeks later she had probelms socializing with other dogs. The sanctuary was unable to keep her, but a loving volunteer pleaded with their trainer to take her home and work with her, which he did. Nearly 3 months later her foster checked in to see what the news was, and apparently Henrietta was doing great living with the trainer on his 40 acres, and 2 other dogs. She found herself a home.

Her foster mother, out of grattitude to Any Dog Rescue and Pit Bull Rescue, and commitment to all neglected animals, is now the webmaster.

Patches
Patches was recently adopted and here is her testimonial from her family: Just wanted to let you know that Patches has made herself at home with us. I am so thankful that I found her and you she has filled a big hole I my life that I didnt even know that I had. She is doing excellent and is walking ok on a leash the sensation harness is the best thing for her I am attaching a picture of David (my son) and her she just loves it here. Thank you again for all that you do!

Phoenix
I got a call at approx 7:00am about a month ago that a dog had been hit by a car near Louisiana and Broadway St in Vallejo. They said he was unconcious but still alive, so I ran out in my pajama's hoping I would get there in time. I also gave them the number to call Animal Control. When I got there, the lady that found him; Rachel, was there with him, he was lying on the corner as if he'd just barely made it to the sidewalk, this probably saved his life, some how he must have known he had to get out of the street. He was curled up in a little ball, shaking and shivering, obviously in shock. He was such a little guy I honestly didn't think he was going to make it. All I could do was get him a blanket and a pillow and make him comfortable. When Animal Control showed up, they loaded him in the truck and rushed him to "All Creatures" a local vet.

The next day I was surprised to hear that he had a good chance of recovering! He was transported to the county shelter where they continued to provide vet care. I wasn't allowed to visit him but monitored his status for the next month until I got the call on Saturday, 9/27 that I'd been waiting for....he was ready to go home!

Rachel, who first found him after he got hit, came through for him and was his foster home, after he was released. Then her co-worker where they work at a nursing home in Novato saw him and almost immediately felt she had to adopt him! Now, he gets to come to work w/Judy (mom) and Rachel (Aunt) and he visits the residents and curls up on their beds to take naps. This is truly a miracle ending for this guy.

Our recently adopted dogs!


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Bruce and Beauty
"Beauty" (only 6 months old) is such a joy to be around and her family loves both her and her brother Bruce very much! Unfortunately they live in a townhouse w/no yard and these puppies are growing up fast so they have made the heart-breaking sacrifice to help find them a good home where they will have plenty of room to grow and play as puppies should be able to. She definitely has alot of puppy energy but has a docile temperament, is cat tolerant (she likes to play), excellent w/children, and good w/other dogs (she will make a good dog park dog!). She's mostly quiet, seems non-destructive, loves to play and will smother you in kisses! Good in the car and good off-leash! (She needs a home that will be willing to provide some house-breaking!) more...

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Boscoe
Boscoe is a Border collie / Malamute cross, is nearly 2 years old, and a really good candidate for a family dog! He loves children and they love him. He has the border-collie energy so he keeps up with them but without any herding qualities. He's a great dog park dog and loves to swim (we found out by accident). He's playful but non-destructive, quiet and house-broken. His foster says he got along with all other dogs, both male and female. more...

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Boy
Boy is a 50 pound Pit/Chow. He is more Chow than Pit. He is a golden wheat color and very affectionate. He is 4 years old and very playful and loveable. He loves to play catch and likes to tease you with his toys. He loves to take walks and is a very powerful and fast runner. He loves to chase after his ball or toy that is thrown for him and likes to play keep away. Boy has not been potty trained but he is very trainable. more...

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Buddy
Buddy lived his whole life on the side of a house, although he seems to be housebroken. This poor lonely boy has some really pearly white teeth and just wants to please. He is still quite puppyish though he knows some commands. Buddy is a sweetheart and needs someone who will just give him TLC and you will have a perfect dog, could that be you? Please open your heart this boy who desperately needs some extra attention. Buddy is approx. 1-1/2 years old, male neutered Labrador Retriever weighing 70 lbs.

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Boots
Boots is still a puppy. This 11 month old Chihuahua is playful, bouncy and talkative.....he can't wait to find the right person to take him home and make him the center of their life. He just loves people! This cutie is the perfect lap-size pooch to snuggle with you this coming Winter. Come in for a play-date with Boots and spend some bonding time with him....you are guaranteed to want to take him home! This pet is up to date with routine shots.

Charlie
Charlie (approx 1 yr / 15 lbs) is a shy guy but is so gentle and docile that you can't help but love him. Quiet (not barky), docile, cuddly, easy to handle but a little skittish around strangers, is becoming house-broken, and ok around other dogs & cats. He needs a consistent nurturing home that will help him overcome his shyness! Is good on leash and loves to go for walks. He's in a very good foster home that is helping him stablize and he will thrive in the right home.

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Dancer
Dancer is a 1-2 year old rottie doberman mix. He is a love bug who wants to please anyone. He is very good in the house and just wants attention and love. He loves to dance (how he got his name) especially when someone sings "Dancing Machine". He gets along with submissive dogs / not dominant, no cats, needs secure yard, rides wonderful in car, listens to commands, and is crate trained. He is a wonderful dog and would know that within the first few minutes in meeting him. more...

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Fuzzy Ears
Fuzzy ears was adopted but given back again due to having too much energy and the kids were not taking care of her. She was returned to her foster parent from Oakley vet, who could no longer board her there, and now is at the Martinez shelter which is very crowded at the moment so we are feeling very worried and upset about her future. Can you help? more...

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Flossie
Flossie, a 2 year old Boxer / Rott mix is one of a kind! She weighs about 50#, is unique, and has a mysterious kind of beauty and an intriquing personality. She will keep you on your toes! She's eager to please, good w/people and children (8 or older), and cat tolerant. She can be a bit bossy, but is very responsive to correction and is VERY trainable! more...

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Fritzie
This puppy is a Kelpie / Chi Hua Hua X, 3 months old, has her DHLPP and Bordetella vaccinations, and will need Spay and Rabies @ 4 months (we will cover costs). Otherwise, we don't know much about this little girl except she's an an adorable cutie pie! She's still a puppy so very playful, loves people, friendly to everyone she meets, she's a cuddle-bug so would make a great lap dog! One dog only home or possibly w/a docile male.

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Herman
Herman was Found in the middle of Lake Herman Road, abandoned with some kibble. The owners have not been found. He is neutered, microchipped, all shots up to date and on frontline. He has had a full physical and in great health. Herman is about 1.5 to 2 years old, male American Staffordshire Terrier and weighs 80 pounds. more...

Hurricane
Hurricane is a Chihuahua/Jack Russell mix, small Black & tan, with white adult 8 yr old Male, fixed, with shots. He was raised with cats. owner was an adult/senior who unfortunately has passed way, making Hurricane available for adoption. Lovable, cuddles on your lap and would sleep in your bed if you let him, likes to bring toys, ride in the car and go for walks. Makes a great butler, greets people at the door and announces that the phone has wrung. He really needs a good home.

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Jacques
Jacques, an American pit bull, is a rare-bird who peacefully co-exists w/nature (dogs, cats, bunny rabbits, deer, squirrels, you name it) He's a handsome, spirited, happy, and playful character who weighs about 73 pounds. He is the embodiment of the best of the breed: loyal, sweet, silly, and smart. Fawn-colored, he’s got a beautiful big white chest and a very stylish white line down the middle of his adorable face. more...

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King
King found us on Friday, July 25, 2008 near American Canyon. He decided our front gate was the perfect place for a nap and eventually moved in. He kept watch over us, as we worked on our car, or in the yard all day. He could barely walk when he first came to us. After a couple days of good food and grooming, he metamorphosed into a very handsome dog. We are guessing he may be a Collie/Shepherd X, approx 7 - 8 yrs old but seems no older than 5-6, still quite strong and active. He had a complete exam (including heart worm test and a complimentary teeth cleaning), fortunately no medical problems. more...

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Kiara
Kiara Karamel is a beautiful brown and white 10# Rat Terrier, with wise amber eyes who was dumped on a highway, newly pregnant. She has since given birth to two black and White Rat Terrier boys on 7/4/07; Luca and Cupid. Her boys are also needing a home together. Kiara is outgoing, incredibly intelligent, and loves people and other dogs. Her coloring, giant elfin ears, and her eyes are simply stunning! She can be a wise observer or a fiery little rabble-rouser, but she is always just plain fun.

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Koko
Koko was given the name 'Komodo' by her foster mom because she walked like a Komodo dragon! Fortunately, her foster dad won out and named her Koko due to how sweet she is. We think Koko is part Basset Hound, Dachshund, Pit-bull or maybe dragon. more...

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Payton
This little girl is 7-9 months old, very sweet and has beautiful blue eyes. Her rescuer found her while assisting a friend who renovates foreclosed properties, left without food or water in the backyard for over a week. Unfortunately he is in the process of looking for a new home and staying with friends so he cannot keep her. more...

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Pedal
Sweet Pedal ia a quiet dog, unlike most chihuahuas. She barks only when there's a visitor. She likes to play with people, loves attention, and likes to sit on your lap. She doesn't really like bigger dogs but she does fine with her friend Peanut (pic 3). She's good with children and good on leash, but she needs some housebreaking training.

Pixie
Our little "PIXIE" needs a special home and a warm lap to spend her golden years on. PIXIE is full of life, but limited on getting around because she has Arthritis in her tiny legs. PIXIE is about 10 years old, a SENIOR pup who would be wonderful company for a SENIOR person, or anyone who wants someone to hold and love. Come in and meet our little angel and see if she will fill an empty spot in your heart. This pet is up to date with routine shots.

daschand / corgi puppies
2 3-month old sweet adorable slightly shy boys left to adopt! (the brown ones in the pic) Need we say more?

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Pearl
Pearl is a "poil" of a girl! She's a 10 month old female chihuahua mix. She needs love and patience as she hasn't had it so good so far in her young life. She and Whiskey were rescued from a farm that appears to have been a puppy mill out in Fresno. This must have been traumatizing and they don't trust the world right now. However she is recovering beautifully. In spite of it all, she still manages to be very sweet and affectionate, she's a snuggle-bug and loves affection but is on the shy side and seems intimidated by male humans. more...

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Pippin
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Pippin is being placed up for adoption by his home, here's the story:
He was rescued from the Long Beach Animal Shelter last June by the rescue group that I worked with before moving to the Bay Area. He's approximately 18 mos. old, 15 lbs, neutered, and up to date with vaccinations. He understands basic obedience training (sit, stay, down, roll-over) is good with kids (though he gets very excited and can jump on them) and confident, dog-friendly and loves cats (as you can see in the pictures). He would do great with another dog, as he gets separation anxiety if left alone without his human or dog pack. He has an 'exuberant personality', loves to chase squeaky, soft balls and is not bad on the leash.

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Princess
Princess is back! She's an adorable sweet 8 month old chihuahua who is current on her shots. When we posted her, we recieved so many calls for her we lost track! She's been the most popular dog on our site! She comes from a home w/children. Her adoption was on hold because we found out she was pregnant! She has now had her 2 little puppies who are as cute as their mom. They are all doing well and all are ready for their new forever homes! We will make the spay/neuter arrangements for the whole family.

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Red
Red is a 12 year old part corgie part shepherd dog. She has been an amazing companion to her family. They have had her for 11 years. Unfortunately, due to moving in with another family they can no longer keep her. It breaks their hearts, she needs a home quickly. She has been raised with two boys and is a protective dog. She has never been around cats. She has had other companions and does well with other dogs, after the initial getting to know them time. She is quite loving, gentle, loyal and loves attention and walks.

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Rickey
Hi....my name is Rickey! I came from Corning, CA when I was a puppy. I love going for walks but am pretty strong, even though I'm short, so will need some leash training. I am dog friendly so that means I can go to the dog park. I also love people. I'm a couch potato too so I don't need alot of exercise. more...

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Sampson
There is something about Sampson that attracts people to him wherever he goes....We think that it is more than his good looks...He has such an affable and sweet and easygoing temperament that draws people in and seems genuinely happy with everyone he meets. Sampson is a Dutch Shepherd mix (possibly w/hound or lab?) neutered male, weighing 70 pounds. He's 1 1/2 - 2 years old, dog Friendly, tolerant of cats and excellent w/children. more...

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Susie Q
This is Susie Q. We just call her Susie, unless she is naughty and we have to get her attention. Then we use her full name. She is a 1 year old Rottweiler mix. If she were a full bred Rottweiler, she would be very small for the breed. Susie should not grow any larger than she is now. She has had all her shots, has been spayed and chipped, is house trained, crate (kennel) trained, and she travels in a vehicle quite well. more...

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Venus
When Venus was found she was very skinny but with some TLC she has grown to be dignified and quite "statuesque. A found dog report was filed w/the local shelter but no one came forward. So her foster mom has had her for 4 months, loves her and says with proper training she will be a wonderful dog, it is just no one ever gave her the chance or apparently cared. Our best guess-timate is she's Boxer X (approx 3 yrs old and about 35lb). Housebroken, quiet, and gets along with her foster mom's dog, but seems a little nervous around men so has attended some training lessons. A dog this beautiful deserves a second chance.

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Tiny
Tiny is 1 1/2 years old, neutered pit bull mix, up to date on shots and weighs about 70 pounds. He has a very nice temperament, has never met a person he doesn't LOVE, enthusiastic, eager to please, and loves to be with people. He is excited to meet you, but calms down quickly and is not a hyper dog. He can be 'reactive' to some new dogs, but, this sweet pooch is gentle with the male (alpha) cocker spaniel also in the home, and really likes the dogs he knows in his neighborhood. more...

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Whiskey
Whiskey (11 month old terr / chihuahua) was rescued from the same puppy farm in Fresno that Pearl was. So he's also traumatized and unsure of his place in the world but it hasn't stopped him from being sweet and affectionate. Also still on the shy side and not comfortable around strange males he will need a patient and nurturing home to help him overcome his fears, but when he does he will be extremely loyal. more...

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Wilbur
Meet Wilbur, a little green-eyed pit bull beauty, between three and four months old, 25 pounds, appearing to be a cross between a calf and a piglet, with a white head so pink and soft that you can't resist cuddling with him every minute of the day. He even has a little squeal; the body is a beautiful coffee brown and white. He is just ridiculously cute and possesses all of the breed's best traits: affectionate, clownish, energetic, smart as a whip, crazy to please, just all-around delightful and cheerful. Abandoned and dirty, he was taken in by someone who already has two of her own dashing pit bulls and wants to find this sweet boy the perfect home he so richly deserves. more...

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Zeus
Zeus is quite mature for being a young puppy...he's such a polite and gentle soul, the epitome of docile, they must have invented the word for him! He sits quietly and watches the world around him but will bark a few hello's when he see's another dog. He's bi-lingual, knows sit and is learning to lie down and stay. He's doing very well with the other dog in the home (a chi hua hua) and loves children (does well with kids as young as 1 yr old and older). He's already house-broken and is becoming crate-trained. He's both and inside / outside but sleeps inside @ night! I could go on but I think his pictures are worth a 1000 words.

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Cici
Cici was rescued from the SPCA and has been evaluated by one of our trainers where she passed every test: handling, loud noises, meeting strangers, already knows sit, lie down, and gives you her paw. She's good w/other dogs, she's peacefully co-existing w/a shepx and a rottx among others but smaller companions would be more in her comfort zone. However she definitely failed the cat test. She's docile so should be fine w/children but older probably better.She's housebroken up to a point, she lets you know when she has to go out but if she can't get out in time she can have accidents (a pet door would be ideal). more...

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Clay
Clay is a good name for this dog, purebred 5 yr old choc lab, 80 lbs! He's a "couch potatoe" kind of guy. Just wants an old comfy couch to sleep on, and a nice warm fire to lay next to. A couple of "square" doggie meals a day and a nice human for companionship and he'd be content for the rest of his life. We don't think that's asking for too much, do you? So far after only meeting him once this is what we know: more...

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Daisy
Daisy, a delicate, white and pink 38-pound pitpull/boxer/mystery mix, has long legs, a delightful spring in her step (like a dancer), and a curly tail. About a year and nine months but very puppyish (everyone who meets her assumes she is still a puppy), she loves to be tucked in at night with a blankie (beach towel) wrapped around her, so she can bury her head. She also is very comfy atop an old jacket. She relishes being sung to, her favorite looney-tune is “Bicycle Built for Two.” She loves to hide her head between your arms or legs when being petted. You can roll her over for belly rubs. more...

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Pinky
Pinky (3 1/2 - month old pit puppy) can't help being so cute and is sure to brighten even the gloomiest of days with her happy- go-lucky attitude as she runs along happily down the street (on a leash of course) greeting everyone she meets. She came w/a little pink collar that's how she got her name. What we know so far: more...

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River
RIVER is a "pretty boy" with a docile and gentle soul! He's a collie / sheltie type X (4 1/2 yrs). Sheltie's are mini-Lassie's. He's a nice manageable size, approx 50 lbs, totally sweet, friendly and completely affectionate, quiet, a little shy in the beginning, but nicely playful, well-mannered, submissive, he's not pushy or demanding, and he totally comes out of his shell. He's easier to handle than most and low maintenance, does fine all day while people are at work. more...

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Sarah Leeann
Hi! My name is Sarah or Sarah LeeAnn when I am in trouble. I am good natured and gentle. I'm a 2 yr old female Pit-bull mix, up-to-date on all my shots, and I am told that I have been fixed (I did not know I was broken). My colors are a golden red with beautiful white socks and some white on my gorgeous chest. My hair is short and soft, like brown velvet! I will tell you what my bad habits are first: I like to run and play too much and I totally believe I should be a lap dog like my foster-parents Chihuahua/Rat Terrier :) more...

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Bo
"Bo" (7 month old / 10 lbs) is a special chi hua hua that is quiet not yappy, gentle w/children not nippy, docile not high strung, good w/other dogs both large and small, ok around cats, and the list could go on. He's sweet, friendly, well-mannered, knows sit and lie down, and is good on leash. He deserves the kind of home that will appreciate his good nature and will give the love to him that he gives to the world. Plus he's adorable.

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Rocco
Rocco is a loving and affectionate 8 month old American Staffordshire Terrier. Just look at his loving face. We just love his goofy expressions and floppy ears. He is wonderful with my small children ages 2 & 5. He is command trained (and even listens to commands from both of my kids.) and knows how to sit, stay and lay down. He is also leash trained and wears a collar or a harness. He is off the leash trained in our open yard and somewhat at the beach. He is socialized with other dogs but tends to play too rough with small dogs due to his size. Though his best buddy is a Pug. He loves to play and I know he would love a house that had another dog in it. more...

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Sydney
Sydney: chow-kelpie mix; spayed female; 35 pounds ; 1 1/2 years old. Don't let this girl's initial reserved demeanor fool you. Give her just a little time and she will charm you with her sweet and gentle affection and show you what a unique personality she has. Sydney really has alot going for her. Her chow side makes her a well-mannered and fastidious house "guest" She is neat, housebroken and does not chew. She is also completely crate-trained. more...

Toby
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Toby is a wonderful one year old intelligent male Pit Bull.  After being mistreated for most of his life he was finally rescued. He is a sweet and loving dog who craves and responds to kindness and affection. Toby is truly special and deserves a good home where he will be loved. He gets along well with children and other animals, including cats. He responds to his name, is eager to please and learns quickly.

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Lucky
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Lucky is a very sweet puppy. He's only about 4 months old. He has a super great disposition. He gets along with other animals such as cats, other dogs, a pot belly pig and a goat. He is harness trained, but will require puppy training and he gets a little grouchy if another dog tries to take his food (he will chase them away ) but this is normal for a dog whose been stray and doesn't know where his next meal is coming from. It is trainable. more...

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Cody
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Cody needs help urgently due to his needed medicine costing over $140 a month. His trainer/foster (recently had brain surgery and is struggling financially) will have to euthanize him due to not having the funds to care for his needs. Cody needs his medicine by 2/18/09. He is a very sweet dog and because of his special needs he may lose his life unless someone can sponsor him or adopt him. more...

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Chopper and Roxy
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These dogs need a foster URGENTLY
Unfortunately their owner is terminally ill and has no choice but to surrender these precious dolls to Any Dog Rescue at the end of the month. They have been loved very much and this will probably crush their owner's heart as you can tell they know they are loved. more...

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Taki
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Taki (her name is Polish for "Nice") is a six month old winsome pit bull going on 35 pounds. She is mostly brindle with a broad white collar and bib. She is very energetic, a spontaneous player and loves hugs and gentle wrestling. When she wants to rest she loves a warm lap or a sunny spot on the porch. Although she much prefers to snuggle on her foster human's bed Taki sleeps in a crate at night and is on her way to good crate behavior. more...

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Morgan
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Morgan (approx 5 yr old boxer/hound X: 75 lbs) Her strongest suit is she's an excellent family dog, raised with small children and a small Shitzu! She is as sweet as can be, affectionate, polite, unassuming, low key, quiet (rarely barks), non-destructive, not demanding of attention BUT will be a huge lap dog if you let her. Very independent (she would be good for a family that works), she's used to being "on her own" without getting whiny or separation anxiety! She does quite well in the house and is now house-broken even though she's been outside most of her life! more...

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Nina
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A small dog we are calling "Nina" has showed up on one of our neighbors doorsteps. We are attempting to find her home but in the meantime she's in a short-term foster home with a family. That's how we know she is so good with children! They would love to keep her but aren't allowed to have dogs. Nina is about 5 months old, 30 lbs. She is well-behaved, house-broken and loves to play with toys.

Nina is a bit timid when she meets new people but she warms up quickly. She also appears to be under socialized with other dogs. We think she just needs someone to introduce her slowly so she can appreciate the joys of playing with other dogs. Like all young dogs she will need a guardian who provides training and affection so she can grow up to be a good canine citizen. Nina deserves that chance!

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Malie
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Meet Malie, a small-sized, reddish-brown and white pit bull beauty, a year old (an April pup, 2008), approximately 32 lbs. She is spayed and vaccinated. She possesses all of the breed's best traits: affectionate, loving, funny, silly, energetic, smart as a whip, crazy to please, just all-around delightful and cheerful. Loves swimming! Sleeps in the bed. No food aggression. No toy possession aggression. Loves chewies, toys, and bones. Plays tag. Walks on a harness nicely. Bathes easily. Rides in cars. Plays with children and adults beautifully. Barks when strangers come on property. . more...

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Trey
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The past months have been quite the rollercoaster ride for Trey. First, she was picked up by animal control with a gaping wound down to the bone and her leg required amputation. Then her owner showed up at the shelter initially appearing excited to have found her. However, her owner disappeared and the shelter has been unable to establish further contact. Now abandoned twice, Trey is still homeless at the shelter. Trey is described as social, silly and ready to go anywhere with anyone. She loves to walk and is very interested in the staff. This dog acts like she knows they saved her. Trey is approximately 9 months old and 35 pounds. She has been spayed and is ready to start her new life. She functions well with only three legs and is quite amazing! Trey wants to be part of a family.

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Hansel
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I'm handsome "Hansel" (9 month old Dalmation / Pitpull )I recently lost my home in Benicia when my beloved family moved from a house into an apt. Fortunately I am a really good boy so I have found a safe foster home w/Any Dog Rescue. I'm super friendly, well-behaved and obedient, easy to take care of because I'm quiet (I only bark when there are strangers around). I'm house-broken and crate-trained. more...

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Squeakers
Squeakers was given the name “Squeakers” because when we heard him bark for the first time, he sounded like a little squeaking toy. He is a little over 7 months old and weighs about 9 pounds with all of his shots up to date. He needs a home right away because his family is leaving on Friday, 3/20/09! Please read on to see what his family says about him! He is a mystery mix, maybe part Terrier / Chihuahua , but people beg to differ because of his long legs. more...

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Portland
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Portland (4 yr old chowx) is a beautiful girl, I think she could win a beauty pageant. Too beautiful to be stuck out in a backyard where she has spent almost her entire life. We find this unacceptable so have made it our mission to find her another home where she will be un-conditionally loved. She's the nicest size, not too big, not too small, very sweet, quiet, well-behaved, not destructive, not demanding, appears good on leash. more...

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Sienna
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Sienna is an AKC limited registration spayed American Staffordshire Terrier. She is almost 10 months old and has been in obedience training with PetSmart since she was three months. She just passed her Advanced Training! Siena is sweet, kind, and very, very exuberant. She needs much more exercise than I can offer. I also have two small dogs and a cat that absolutely hate her. She's vivacious and playful and my other dogs are old and sedentary. She would be great in agility with her energy and willingness to please. She loves children and would be great in an active family with older children. more...

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Tye
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Meet Tye, a very handsome pit bull, approximately a year and a half, although still very puppyish, 60 pounds of sugar, and irresistibly spirited, playful and affectionate. He is the embodiment of the best of the breed: loving, loyal, sweet, silly, smart as a whip, goofy, energetic, crazy to please, terribly friendly, and just all-around delightful and cheerful. He's an athletic, out-doorsy-type, loves to run and playball, ideally he would thrive with a lot of activity. The brindle-colored boy with the beautiful white chest gives lots of kisses and is very gentle. He is current on all vaccinations, neutered, housebroken, very quiet and well behaved, and raring to find paradise in a loving home. He's a very easy and companionable mate. Tye deserves a chance at pure happiness. Please call Robin @ 415-331-8659.

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Mocha
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Meet Mocha, a small 10-pound Chihuahua mix, approximately 8 years old. Mocha was abused as a puppy and was rescued with broken ribs and a broken leg. She has some unpredictability due to this early trauma, such as not liking loud sudden noises or being touched unexpectantly. But Mocha has a hugely loving personality, adores the people she knows and warms up very quickly to strangers. She loves laps and will even sit on strangers’ laps. Mocha relishes sleeping on pillows, sometimes even inside the pillowcase. She delights in receiving attention and even fancies showing off her talent of sitting upright on her back legs and begging by putting her two front paws together.

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Damita
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Damita is a 2 yr old Blonde labx 50 lbs. Quiet (I've only heard her bark a few times). Fun-loving (loves treats and to run around in the yard & play ball) Loves people (she's affectionate but doesn't need constant attention). Very self-sufficient (can be left @ home all day with out getting into trouble) Excellent w/other dogs (she will go right up to any dog and be really nice). No cats (she won't hurt them but she will chase them.) more...

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Magic
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Magic is a blonde lab / pitx 2 yrs old 60 lbs. Fun-loving: loves treats and to run around in the yard & play ball. Loves people: he's affectionate but doesn't need constant attention. Very self-sufficient: can be left @ home all day with out getting into trouble. Excellent w/other dogs: he's freindly w/both males & females Cat tolerant: he's a little nicer to them than Damita is. Child safe: he's a family dog but is jumpy, so at least 10 yrs old. Favorite thing: he's great @ playing ball, very athletic. Leash: does better on leash then his sister. Dog Parks: Yes. more...

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Silky
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"Silky" ( 1-1/2 yr old black beauty)) got her name because she's so silky-smooth and her coat is a beautiful shiny black. She was a stray that good samaritans have taken in, she's currently living in Novato. They have taken her to the vet and had all her vet work done. She is docile around their pet "Dove", she gets along with all the dogs she meets (the neighbors Shepherd has a crush on her & keeps coming over to visit), and so far she's very curious about cats but that's as far as we can tell. She's very quiet, well-mannered, not destructive so does great in the house (is definitely an inside dog)! Rides nicely in the car, easy to walk, doesn't pull too much, she's a gentle soul!

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Goldie
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"Goldie" was named because of her golden tones. She's a 1-1/2 yr old beautiful dog - friendly, cat-friendly kind of girl! She had an owner who lost her home and had no choice but to give her up so that Goldie would have a chance to find another home! I think she will because she's very adoptable. She's good w/male and female dogs, large & small and is very cat tolerant! She's also good w/children and would make a great family pet but older children would be preferable as she's excitable and a little high strung. She's an active dog so would do best in an active household, hiking, walking, going to parks, an out-doorsy sporty life-style!

She's quiet, and wants to be obedient but needs a good training class! If you are up to the challenge she will make the best pet for a lucky family! She'll be thrilled to meet any prospective adopters! We'll take good care of her until they come along!

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Diamond
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The first time I met Diamond (Petite pitbull puppy 9 month old), I came to the house where she and her best-friend "Dollar" had been abandoned, she was instantly friendly & playful. She's the nicest petite size and loves everyone she meets. Unfortunately the reason I first met her & "Dollar" (also a purebred 9 month old) was because the only family they had ever known had been evicted, and left them as abandoned in the yard w/no food or water. An abandonment complaint was filed by the landlord. Fortunately one of the neighbors has adopted "Dollar" and now we need to find a forever home for Diamond!

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Chauncie
"Chauncy" is a very trim 1 1/2 yr old white shep X w/a regal and elegant bearing as if descended from royalty. He is a bright star that has brought some sun light into the stressful world of rescue. He deserves all the admiration he gets when he's out in public. He's from the Lake County shelter where he almost got adopted but when that fell through we couldn't let a gentleman so distinctive fall through the cracks so now he's here with us!! The pleasure has been all ours.... He is in good health but thin, is a sweet and playful kind of guy. While he's docile & mild-mannered don't let that fool you as he can also be a bit of a watch dog (that's the shep part!) which is a good thing but that can include house - guests so might need crating when companies coming as he might try to "herd" them until he knows friend or foe! more...

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Gigi Jr
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With her moviestar good looks and coquettish smile, Gigi is a gregarious, tail-wagging, fervor-for-life, companionable pit bull sure to steal your heart. She is absolutely wonderful with all people--loves them--and plays beautifully with other dogs. Is crazy for the dog park and running around with each and every dog. She is really smart and an exceptionally fast learner. She is young and active and very, very sweet. She weighs about 36 pounds. Her age is said to be somewhere between 11 months to a year old. She speaks French and is available for tutoring immediately.

Those who are currently fostering Gigi describe her this way: "She has bright shiny eyes. She's energetic but not too much and is very playful. She smiles all the time. She's highly affectionate and smart and you can see her figuring things out because she always wants to be a good girl. She has gorgeous coloring and markings."

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Freddie
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Freddie (approx. 5 year old mystery mix), not totally pit bull but not American Bull Dog either. Freddie (5 yr old mystery mix), not totally pitbull but not American Bull Dog either. Freddie is a very likable guy!! To know him is to love him! He's a beautiful white with a clean well manicured coat! He was rescued from the SFACC, everyone thought he was deaf but guess what? He's not! He's like a happy-pill, his exuberance is contagious! If he seems shy at first don't let that fool you, he's a spunky fellow and we started calling him "Fred Astaire" because he does a tap dance that we call his "happy dance"! And then if you are really lucky he will sing for you! (well, he doesn't actually know any words) but you get the idea! Conversely he knows when he's in trouble and will go lie down on his petbed and pout or excuses himself to another room. But you can't stay mad at him for long when he keeps staring at you with those saucer-size-gooey-brown eyes!

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Sylvia Louise
Samantha (now Sylvia Louise) was moments away from being surrendered to the SF pound, the family had driven all the way from Vallejo because all the local shelters were closed on Sunday. They didn't tell me, I just happened to call to check up on her, and she was just being processed in the system. I spoke to the staff and family and asked if they would give us a little bit of time. We had Ed's Application for a small dog and he lived in SF so I called him, he had just gotten home from the gym and when he realized what was happening, literally dropped what he was doing to drive over ! And the rest is history!

Her new guardian says "We are two peas in a pod! I renamed her Sylvia-Louise from "Whats Up Doc"....its in one very funny scene and I have always been fond of the scene and name. Its an ssss sound and an aaa sound at the end and she is not confused. I just call her Sylvia....but everyone needs a middle name. She is a LOVE. Totally potty trained. Fetches! I have trained her to sit when I put the leash on and off. She knows "off" and "come up". Her personality is delightful and she is eager to learn. I LOVE HER!!!!! I just wanted to update you and let you know we are BOTH very happy! She is the Christmas Miracle stories are written about!"

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Grady
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Meet Grady, a handsome prince of a dog, considered a young adult, a Mastiff-mix, precise age unknown, approximately fifty-five pounds. He is a Southerner, currently residing at a boarding facility at a vet association in Grenada, Mississippi, where he has been since being rescued from the deplorable Winona pound, spending months there in solitary and with mange. Now all spruced up, he is very much the Southern gentleman and even speaks with a drawl. He is absolutely wonderful with adults, men and women equally, and hasn’t yet been around kids but only shows unconditional love toward humans. He knows basic commands, walks beautifully on leash and ignores dogs when walking past their cages. He does have some dog friends but, without training, I wouldn’t suggest he be with small dogs or other males. He is neutered, vaccinated, and in robust health. He has an exceptionally even temperament. These photos do not tell the story of his movie-star good looks and delightful smile. Grady is currently interviewing suitable candidates to become his new family so he can be transported to Northern California. Are you willing to give him a chance at a fabulous home? He promises to reward you with a lifetime of ardent loyalty. He must leave the boarding facility soon. This is your chance to save a magnificent being.

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Lunas
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This little pup was found in Sacramento during one of the hottest days of the summer. At the time he was found his fur was so long and matted you couldn't tell if it were a boy or a girl, much less see his little face which it turns out is adorable! His entire body was one big dredlock of hair and he looked to be seriously neglected. Lucky for him due to his spunky demeanor he was easily befriended and rescued by Maeghan, our volunteer who thankfully can never say no to a dog! We named him Lunas after the street he was found on. He is a Shih tzu. Age is unknown but we are guessing no more than two because he still acts like a puppy.

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Tator
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Unfortunately, Tator's owner was deployed to Iraq! He was distraught about his dog Tator! A friend is keeping her temporarily but the landlord is not happy! She's not very big, smaller then her pic! She is about 30 lbs and is a mixed breed dog. She looks like she might have some Basset hound and Boxer in her but we really have a clue. Tator is potty trained, spayed and has all her shots.

Tator plays plays well with cats and the pomarianian dog she is living with in the short-term. Tator is a absolute sweatheart and loves to cuddle. She seems very adoptable so we're going to try and help!!!

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Sallie
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"Sallie" is only a year old and too young to have her life ended at the shelter! The volunteers at the shelter contacted us and we felt there was no question we had to help her get out, it was team work! And are we glad we did! This little girl has gone from timid & scared to the life of the party! She wiggles as if her life depends on it (that's where the "silly" comes from), and she is a "kissy bug"! I lose track of how many little "butter-fly" kisses I've gotten... too many to count! AND after she growled at my dogs a few times (she does have "little" dog complex") they are now best friends and she shows no fear!

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Dante
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Dante (1 yr old cattle dog / dingo / pit x something mix!) He's a smorgasboard! Sadly, we think someone tried to make him into a pittbull by doing a botched "home job" on his ears. But to us it adds to his character and makes us love him all the more and adds to our determination to make sure he NEVER ever ends up in the wrong hands again. We would rather keep him forever then to allow anything bad to happen to him! Hopefully we won't have to as he doesn't show any major signs of trauma and is a completely different dog then when he was first rescued! He was skittish & timid but is now the life of the party! He bubbles over with enthusiasm & effervescence, & non-stop affection! more...

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Peter
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Peter approx 6 yrs old (doxie & chiuahua mix) no more than 15 lbs, lived in a home with Pumpkin for almost 5 years but when the family lost their home to foreclosure so did Peter & Pumpkin. We tried for over a year to get them another home together but due to circumstances beyond our control they had to be separated... His companion Pumpkin was adopted to a great couple in a lovely home but they couldn't take Peter because of the legal limits. We wish to find Peter a home nearby somewhere in Marin where they can have playdates and rendevous at the dog park! Peter truly is a daschund mix. He's not as outgoing as Pumpkin, he has some insecurity issues but he bonds to someone and is their shadow. He can even be protective if he feels that you are being threatened, he barks at anyone who walks into the front door, and makes a great watch dog! more...

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Jake
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JAKE is a 9 yr old big white fluffy couch-potato! He's a gentle giant that is dog friendly, great w/children, and pretty cat tolerant! House-broken & quiet as a mouse (a big one)! He, like so many other animals are displaced by the foreclosure crisis & needs a new home since the family lost their house. They have successfully moved and are renting a new home now but the landlord has a size limit and needless to say this boy "way" exceeds that! He's "ok" until we can find him his next home which shouldn't take that long as he's such a gorgeous hunk of a man and you couldn't ask for a nicer guy!

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Buster
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Buster wants a permanent home. He's best described as a Staffordshire terrier, about two years old, 60 pounds, and still adjusting to a better life with his foster daddy. He was found wondering the streets on July 2, '09, obviously lost or abandoned. He was reported to Animal Control and posters placed in the area with no response from his former owner. Buster was neutered, received all his shots, and his behavior is steadily improving. Buster was not given much of what could be called obedience training as he grew up but he has the sweetest & friendly temperament that he's hard to resist. He is very strong, rambunctious at times, and likes more than anything to jump up on people who he likes. But he's improving, he knows his foster daddy wants him to greet people politely, but he has a way to go before he can be trusted to keep all four on the floor. more...

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Annie
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Meet Annie and Sarah, two lovely girls who have been living together for a year and a half and are very bonded. (Update: Sarah has been adopted but not Annie) These photos do not capture their movie-star looks and irresistibly delightful selves. The person who originally adopted them has lost his home to foreclosure and he's despairing about his beloved girls, because they are still in the house but must vacate soon and there is no place for them. When he first adopted them, these dogs had no hope of being adopted where they were (about 6 hours north of Marin), and he saved their lives. It would be ideal if they could stay together but most important is their being adopted, even if means splitting them up. Both are spirited and playful and very loving. Annie is a lab/pit bull mix and about two. She gets along beautifully with everyone, two-and four-legged. She lived with a family before being adopted with Sarah. more...