2012 Adoptions

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Bob

Bob is a 1-2 year old Jack Russell Terrier mix with a bobbed tail we rescued from the Red Bluff area.

"Bob is awesome. He's such a doll! The first thing he did when I came to get him was jump in my lap. And that hasn't really stopped." - foster mom
Very loving
Super easy going and tolerant (Lucy screams at him all the time and he just ignores her.) He loves toys, and seems to have been well trained before ending up at the shelter. He knows all the basics. Stay, sit, no...
Has done well around kids - seems to love them, and kids love him
Has springs in his feet (baby gates are no match for Bob's athleticism!)
Very well behaved in the house - has the run of the place
While he has playful energy, he can also be "chill"

Tahoe

Tahoe is an adorable 10-12 month old Lab mix we rescued from the Tehama County area.

Very sweet, gentle boy.
A bit shy and submissive
Seems to shy away from anything new, but has been warming up quickly and playing with his foster siblings
Walks nicely on a leash. The occasional correction and he's fine.

Vlaad

Vlaad is a 4-5 month old Lab mix we're rescuing from Tehama along with his sister Tricky.

Loves other dogs
Loves to cuddle
Smart boy
Doing well with crate training
Good with kids in his foster home
Gets excited to meet new pups
Shy with new people - improving and greeting people they don't know on leash
Living well with the resident cat

Vlaad and his siblings were abandoned and left for dead in the middle of a rancher's property. It took him numerous attempts to bring them into safety. hey'll need some socialization and patience in their new homes.

Arthur

Arthur is a 1-year old Husky mix we rescued from Delano.

Very sweet and friendly boy
Loves people and often charms new friends out on walks
Will bark when people come to the front door, but once you welcome them in he's friendly.
Loves to lie next to you on the sofa
Loves being brushed
House trained - goes to the back door when he needs out
Does well being man handled, will let you take food/toys out of his mouth, handle his ears, paws etc.
Learns very quickly with treats and knows: Sit, Lie down, Come, Stay, Shake. Working on look and roll over.
Loved to lay in his crate (even with the door open) in his first foster home. Since being adopted out he has developed some separation anxiety.
Sleeping through the night in his crate with no problems.
Loves to ride in the car, but can get excited and want to join you in the front seat (a little guard or a doggy seat belt would do the trick)
Can get over excited and jump up and sometimes mouth (gently, but it's a bad habit)
Takes treats gently and doesn't have any food aggression.

Poplar

Poplar is an approx. 1-year old mix we rescued from Porterville. The shelter labeled her a Chi, but she looks like she has Jack Russell terrier in her as well with a nice thick coat, short & stocky body, and curled up bushy tail.

Very sweet
Loves to sit next to you or on your lap
When she naps alongside you, she buries her head into you
She would love to sleep up in bed with you
Good for her bath
Big fan of belly rubs
Paid no attention to the neighborhood cat
Working on separation anxiety
Quiet in her crate, will let you know if she has to potty with a little whining
Loves her walks, does well on leash
Would do best in an active home
Rides well in the car
Would love another doggie companion
Does well with all small dogs she has met, getting better with bigger dogs
VIDEOS: Poplar at the beach, Poplar

Koa

Koa is a 1-2 year old Lab mix we rescued from Glenn County.

Very sweet boy, a total love bug
No accidents in the house
Great on leash
Super friendly and affectionate
Slept great through the night on his bed (wasn't a fan of his crate)
Has done well around kids (4 & 7-year olds he met)
Very gentle on leash, no pulling
Around 60-70lbs.
Has shown no food issues or on-leash posturing with other dogs
Big boy and puppy like
Listens well and follows direction, just needs training
Very happy
Would be great family dog

Cinnamon

Cinnamon is a 3-month old Terrier/Doxie mix. She has the markings of a Shepherd but in a Doxie mix body. She weighs about 5lbs. She's adventurous and can leap tall buildings (stairs) in a single bound! Cinnamon is the first one to try something new. When you hold her she licks your face (hello friend!).

Rosie

Rosie is an 8-week old pit mix puppy who's a sweet chunky monkey of a pup. She has "cuddle me" written all over her. More photos and info to come!

Calm, playful, affectionate, and sassy demeanor.
Working on leash training
Shy in new environments
Working on potty training
Good in her crate (doesn't bark or try to get out)
"Sleeps like a baby" but does snore (it's a cute snore!)
Loves to play with her toys
Catch is her favorite game

Gizmo

Gizmo is an adorable 1-year old tan wired hair terrier mix we rescued from Tracy.

Happy, calm boy
Rarely barks
Sleeps through the night
House trained
Smart, easy to train
Low maintenance, after he gets his walk he goes and lays down...
Sweet, loving, great lap dog
Loves to play, loves other dogs and people.
Will get excited to meet new people and will jump up a bit - he's working on it
His foster thinks he'd do great with a family, or as a second dog, or for someone living in small quarters
PERFECT in his crate.
Great with the toddler in his foster home
Can stand on his back legs and can hold that position for quite a while
Great with the resident large dominant female dog in his foster home
When he wants to go for a walk, he puts my shoe or his bed by the front door
Would make a great activity partner
VIDEO: Gizmo relaxes, Gizmo explores, Gizmo, Gizmo II, Gizmo III

Hogan

Hogan is a 5-month old Border Collie/Aussie mix we rescued from Tehama. He weighs about 25lbs. He's a nice sweet boy, has just been a little shy at the shelter.

Chauncey

Chauncey is a 7-8 month old, 25lb mix rescued by a good Samaritan. He belonged to a homeless man, who was possibly arrested and he was left to fend for himself.

Sweetest little boy.
Loves to cuddle and would enjoy a playmate, but is fine by himself
Loves being with people
Very agile - would possibly love agility classes
Almost completely house trained
Walks well on leash, doesn't pull unless he sees something in front of him that scares him and then he pulls backwards
Great eater, not at all picky.
Learning to play fetch with a bird toy.
Has done great with the other dogs that he has met, just wants to play. On a walk he was playing with a 12 month lab and doing great.
Curious, but respectful, of the cats he's living with

Coal

Coal is a 9-month old Hound/Border Collie mix we rescued from Shasta County.

Super sweet and lovable
Mellow, and gentle at the shelter
Total cuddle bug – loves to snuggle next to you on the couch or in bed
Takes treats gently
Jogs well without cutting you off to switch sides
House trained
Interested in other dogs, but not dominant
Can jog alongside you on a bicycle
Isn't sure whether or not to be scared of cats and goats.
Very gentle with children
Is initially slightly shy, but warms up after you gain his trust and forms a strong bond - has come a long way in a couple weeks of foster care, doing well with new people he met at his foster's cabin
Smart - learned to use the dog door on his own, and learned 'sit' and 'down' in one day
Energetic at times, but settles down after the initial excitement wears off.
VERY food motivated and quick to learn
Graceful and goofy at the same time - still has puppy awkwardness, but will grow into a very graceful dog
Beautiful looks - very long legs, lean body and a narrow face. He may have some greyhound in him. Maybe some black lab as well
Good in the crate – goes into the crate with a treat and then settles down. Tail wags like crazy when he comes out in the morning and he takes a big stretch.
Is endlessly entertained by chewing on a hoof or stick
Submissive (the resident dogs, who is smaller, has snapped at him when he played too hard, and he backed off)
Is good on long car rides and loves to go everywhere with you
VIDEOS: Coal I, Coal II, Coal III

Mistletoe

Mistletoe ("Missy") is a 1-year old Boston Terrier mix we rescued from Tehama. She's a very cute and compact little girl, weighing about 22lbs.

Sleeps beautifully in her crate.
Total cuddle bug/couch potato and will will jump right up and curl up in your lap and go to sleep.
Gets along well with the resident dog and would do fine in a house with another dog.
Did great with her bath.
No food aggression.
Pulls on the leash, but does much better in a harness
Great with the kiddos in her foster home
Walking much better with the harness.
Uncertain around new people
VIDEO: Mistletoe

Teton

Teton is a 4-5month old black Labrador puppy we rescued from Glenn County. They are outgoing, friendly boys.

The breeder (their parents have AKC papers) was tired of feeding them and they weren't selling, so he dropped them off at the shelter.

Mia

Mia is a 1- 2 year old chihuahua mix rescued at the last minute from Delano. She was listed as a Chi-mix, however, she has long slender legs that suggest she might have some Italian Greyhound in her, maybe Rat Terrier, too.

Loves to explore (would love to hike)
House and crate trained
Favorite nap place is your lap
Sleeps through the night without a peep
Loves her bones and runs into the crate when you say "kennel "because she knows a treat is coming.
Gets along with other dogs, but isn't fond of energetic dogs in her face
Loves to lay out in the sun, fetch & tug-o-war
Entertains herself easily with toys,
Waits patiently for her food
Comes when called, responds to "uh uh" (no), knows sit, and learning stay
She'd love a home that could give her some good daily walks, runs, or bike rides
Doesn't seem to be bothered by dogs that we pass by.
Doesn't jump on furniture (house rules)
Loves people and gets excited when you first come home but will settle down immediately if told to
Loves playing with all her toys and moves them all over the apartment.
Sometimes, she will go in her kennel to relax on her own. She has settled into our routine very easily.
Doing well in her apartment foster home (alert to noises outside, but quiet)
Done well being handled by her foster parents (nails trimmed, nails filed, toes, ears, mouth)

She will sometimes grab the leash and bring it to you when she wants a walk. When she's excited, her tail wags her whole body!

She has shown possessive behavior in the past with her "people" so it's best that she is given rules and boundaries that are always followed through. She weighs about 12lbs.

VIDEOS: Mia, Mia at the beach, Mia at adoption event, Mia in the yard

Liam

Liam is a 1-2 year old male Husky mix we rescued from Stockton.

Knows how to sit, lay down and shake.
Does well left alone, doesn't need to be crated
Rides well in the car (just lays down and relaxes)
Mostly ignores small dogs and enjoys playing with medium/large pups

VIDEO: Liam

Jujubee

Jujubee is a 1-2 year old Lab mix we rescued from Stockton.

Very friendly and outgoing with people and other dogs
Enjoys making new friends and is working on proper greetings (not jumping up to say hi)
Loves to play, particularly tug of war and fetch
Knows sit, stay, and down
Can sometimes play a little rough but responds well to 'no'
Crate-trained
Complete cuddle-bug: she sleeps next to her foster mom on the couch all the time
Sleeps through the night
Very gentle when taking treats
Extremely patient: will let you wash her, clean her ears, touch her paws, or even take her food or toys out of her mouth!
Will cry for a bit if left alone but settles down fairly quickly
Is making great progress on her leash training
VIDEOS: Jujubee I, Jujubee II

Pirate

Pirate will steal your heart! He's an adorable 8-month old Puggle (Beagle/Pug) mix we rescued from the Tehama area. He's got a super cute underbite and weighs about 15lbs.

His first day of rescue he hung out with a much bigger alpha female and had a ball running around the yard with her.

Belle

Belle is a 1-2 year old mix we're rescuing from Stockton. She was labeled a Rat Terrier mix.

No accidents so far
Very much a lap dog if you let her
Shy and nervous at first right now, but warms up
Can get a tiny bit mouthy when she wants attention
Doing well with baby in the house
Indifferent to the cat
Sleeps like a rock, not a peep through the night
Doesn't seem to want a lot of exercise (a bit of a chubster at the moment)
VIDEO: Hercules and Belle playing, Belle

Holly

Holly is a 2-year old 20-25lb Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix we rescued from Stockton.

Loves belly rubs
Gives kisses if you let her
House trained
Soaks up the attention from the rough and tumble two year old and plays fetch with the eight year old in her foster home.
Mellow and sweet
Very loyal and likes to follow you around
Not an excessive barker, only letting out one or two yips if startled.
Very intelligent and the older child in her foster home is having great success in quickly teaching her to sit and stay
Not nipper at the children, even when they are running or loud.
Hasn't met a dog she doesn't like (even grumpy dogs like her)
Can be a nervous chewer, does excellent at chewing her own toys -- as she gets more settled her foster mom thinks the separation anxiety and nervous chewing
Loves her walks but is just as excited to be home.

Comet

Comet is a 2-year old, 40-45lb Border Collie/Aussie mix we rescued from Red Bluff.

Wonderful with people, very friendly, gives gentle kisses
Very good pack dog and good manners with pack i.e. with toys, bones and eating time no issues (2 little dogs in the foster home and 1 40lb dog who he is fabulous with)
Out on walks, needs on-leash socialization work
Housetrained and learned dog door in a day
Knows sit
Well mannered
Walks well on sensation harness, needs work on regular collar
Moderate energy level, calms down nicely after walks
Does pretty well in crate, a little whiny
Rides well in car
Interested in the resident cat, so their feeling is a dog savvy cat might be okay, and Comet could be worked with on it

Sheiki

Sheiki is 6lb 3-month old Terrier/Doxie mix. She's a total love. She loves to play with her sister Cinnamon and they playfully "compete" for alpha standing. Her tail curls up at the end like a Pug.

Dominique

Dominique is a 3-month old Terrier/Doxie mix. She has wonderfully big ears that when outstretched make her look like the "flying nun." She loves attention, being held, and giving kisses. She weighs about 4lbs.

Hunter

Hunter is a 3.5-month old, 30lb Border Collie/Cattle Dog mix we rescued from Tehama County.

Super playful
Gets along great with dog in his temp. foster home
Good with the toddler in his temp. foster home
Loves people, just a happy bouncy puppy.
No accidents in house do far
Whines in crate a bit but settles down fast

Macintosh

Macintosh ("Mac") is a 5-month old Aussie/Border Collie mix we rescued from Tehama.

Sweet boy
Sees his crate as his den, sleeps through the night there
No accidents so far in the house
On the shy side, but learning to open up and trust his foster family
Working on commands and walking well on leash
Enjoys sun bathing and exploring the backyard
Loves cozy flannel sheets
Lives with a dominant dog who he wants to play with a lot
Foster home has three cats, who he sees from afar but doesn't act on
Mac is very shy at first and is warming up to his foster family.
Still a puppy and is learning every day.
Loves belly rubs
Has a nice shiny coat

Shane

Shane is a young 45lb Shepherd/Husky/Lab mix listed as a Husky that we rescued from Tehama.

Super sweet and gentle
Very patient temperament.
So far, calm, patient and skeptical when in the cat's vicinity
Not the type to rush up eagerly to a child, other dog, but approaches people/other dogs in a clearly friendly way
Very good for his long bath, liked being toweled off
Learning to walk on the left while on leash and not pull
Learned to sit at corners when you stop
Doing well in his crate
Entertained by seeing his reflection
Calm and quiet when other dogs in cars or behind doors are barking
No accidents in the house so far
Does fine when you take away food/water bowls
He would love another dog to play with, or a kid always up for fun
Not sure about elevators
Learned 'down', getting quite good at 'leave it', 'come' and 'stay' in controlled settings
No accidents inside, is holding it for 3-6 hours until taken down 5 flights of stairs to go outside.
Very gentle mouth no matter how excited he is.
Fine being handled all over his body

Lassen

Lassen is a 4-5month old black Labrador puppy we rescued from Glenn County.

Very well-behaved, especially during his bath. Just sits there and puts his head on your lap while you're washing him
Always wagging his tail and bounces around happily whenever taken outside
Gets along great with the other dogs in his foster home
Absolutely loves people and cuddling
Will lean on you and put his head in your lap when you pet him
Like his crate when other dogs or people are around

Denali

Denali is a 4-5month old black Labrador puppy we rescued from Glenn County along with brothers Teton and Lassen (all named after National Parks).

Very outgoing and playful with other dogs
Really good with toddler in his temp. foster home.

Cindy Lou

Cindy Lou is a 6-month old female Lab/Shepherd/? mix we rescued from Avenal.

LOVES people
Came to us pretty shy, so working on feeling safe, secure, and comfortable in a home environment (she improves every day)
Doing well with the dogs in her foster home
Gravitated towards kids at our last adoption event and was super with them
When she's nervous, looks to people for comfort
She gets excited to be with you and is working on "off" for jumping up
Working on house training
Does not like going into her crate, but, once you get her there, she is quiet.
Doesn't want to be outside right now unless you're out there with her. Once out, has fun playing and exploring.
Even in the short time I've had her, she has improved, so, i think it is a matter of her getting used to being in a home, and feeling secure and safe.

Tricky

Tricky is a 4-5 month old Lab mix we're rescuing from Tehama along with her brother Vlaad.

Loves other dogs
Doing well wit the resident cat
Excited to meet new pups
Shy with new people - improving everyday
Did well in her bath

Tricky and her siblings were abandoned and left for dead in the middle of a rancher's property. It took him numerous attempts to bring them into safety. Tricky will need socialization and patience in her new home.

Puggy

Puggy is an 11-month old 17 lb Pug mix we rescued from Delano.

Really sweet, friendly, curious
Affectionate & loves affection
Likes playing with toys
Very food motivated and learned sit very quickly.
Doesn't seem to have had any training, but he aims to please so should pick things up quickly.
Very quiet and mellow, lying next to his foster mom while she's on the computer or reading the paper.

Hercules

Hercules is an 8-month old terrier mix we rescued from Stockton. He looks to be part Dachshund with his long low body and slightly splayed front paws. He's about 9-10lbs.

Loves to run and play with all the dogs at the shelter
A total love
Confident, sturdy, goes with the flow
Big dog in a little dog package
Calm and cuddly when not playing
Can be a little shy at first, but very cuddly when he warms up to you
Super friendly with everyone he meets
Loves playing with other dogs, and enjoys his toys.
Sleeps through the night at the end of his temp. foster's bed and seems mostly house broken.
Has a very sweet and kind personality.
Loves to cuddle up next to you on the sofa.
Lots of puppyish charm and enthusiasm.
Seemed unsure how to walk on a leash at first but is quickly figuring that out.
Has a very long and cute body, but only weighs a little under 10 lbs
Very alert and aware of noises, but no barking at all yet.
Good appetite & treat motivated

Dexter

This 5-year old Aussie/Lab mix we rescued from Shasta County would be a great dog for first time dog owners or families with young children.

Super sweet and mellow
Love bug who enjoys snuggling
Walks pretty well on a leash. He will pull a little bit when he sees other dogs, but greets them calmly just sniffing.
Done well with the toddler in his foster home and is incredibly gentle and calm in meeting several neighbor kids of all sizes.
Food motivated and takes treats very gently.
Loves to be with people so will cry a little if crated and left alone
Loves to play in the water

Dexter enjoys sunning himself in the yard and would be happy with a short walk around the neighborhood once a day.

Rocco

Rocco is a 6-month old Border Collie/Husky mix we rescued from Sacramento. He's been afraid of dogs at the shelter, so will need an experienced, patient home at first that will help him socialize and realize other pups aren't so scary after all.

Quiet in his crate
Great on leash
Sensitive to correction
Looks to you for direction
Quickly bonds with his people
Fostered temporarily with other dogs and while unsure, doesn't display aggression

Brownie

Brownie is a 20lb, 1-year old mix we're rescuing from Stockton. The shelter labeled her a pit mix, but we don't see it -- maybe Basenji and terrier.

She tested well with other dogs at the shelter. She's very, very affectionate, knows sit, and has a wonderful puppy spirit.

Snowflake

Snowflake is a 6-7-month old Boxer mix we rescued from Stockton. She's tested well with other dogs.

Bouncy, happy girl
Learned sit (quick learner)
Hasn't had any accidents in the house.
Sleeping in the crate at night.
Having a BLAST playing with the other dogs in her foster home--big and small.
Loves everyone she meets.
Very cute wiggle butt!

Talia

Talia is a 6-month old Shepherd mix we rescued from Tehama.

Sweet and wants to please
Good with kids; would make a great family dog
Very affectionate, likes to snuggle
Will sleep in the crate if need be, but prefers to sleep with people
Loves to chase balls
Smart and seems very trainable
Can be both energetic and calm
Likes to chew on things (getting better about only chewing on only her toys)
Learning to walk well on leash
Learning not to jump up to greet people but so badly wants to show her happiness at greeting you!
Happy puppy energy
Likes other dogs, but gets scared of them
Right now, easily startled by sharp sounds or movements (like birds suddenly flying away or leaves rustling)
They said she did well with cats at the shelter

Hope

Hope is a 1-year old Labrador/Ridgeback mix we rescued from Lake County. She did well on her temp. test with other dogs, shows no food or resource guarding, and is described as friendly and quiet.

Knows sit
Very calm temperament
Silent in her crate
Easy dog for first time dog parents
Loves treats
Great with adults, children and other dogs
Pretty much a "perfect" dog so far
A bit nervous at first, but warms up fast

Ginger

Ginger is a 4-month old Shepherd/Border Collie pup who's described as social, outgoing, typical puppy.

Greta

Greta is a 1-year old, approx. 15 lbs. Terrier mix.

Very friendly and good with other dogs (does well with the resident dog in her foster home and meeting dogs on walks)
Loves people and cuddling on the sofa
Great walking companion
Does well with the kids in her foster home and the children she meets at the park
Total lap dog
Loves affection right now more than any toy
Has a little separation anxiety but calms down
Will be available for adoption in early December after she weans her puppies.
VIDEOS: Greta

Jess

Jess is one of Greta's puppies. This photo was taken a 9 weeks old.

Super playful
Outgoing
Curious
Loves everyone
A bundle of energy
Very smart and will do amazing with training.
Loves the water
Has lived with other dogs, a cat and a kid.
Working on her potty training but she does go all night without doing anything in her crate.

Greta is our 15lb terrier up for adoption, and the father is unknown. They will be ready for their new homes around 8 weeks old (beginning of December). We will be accepting applications ahead of time, with meetings happening when they're 6 weeks old.

McGee

McGee is a 12-week old, 16lb brindle Hound puppy we rescued from Shasta County. He got rescued along with his brother Gibbs.

Adorable with a handsome brindle coat and long silky Hound ears
Bouncy happy puppy, who would do well in a home where he would get a lot of attention.
Loves to snuggle and follow his humans around.
Will go into his crate willingly, but will whine to get out if he thinks you will let him right out.
Likes to play with other dogs, but, will sometimes get overwhelmed by them and growl or bark, so should be supervised when around dogs he just met.
Doing well with house training - pretty good about letting you know when he needs out and hasn't had an accident in a while.

Lucy

Lucy is a 1-year old Doxie/Terrier mix we rescued from Glenn County.

Huge cuddler and snuggler and loves being held.
Mostly very, very mellow, but once she gets to know you is playful
Great in the car, just curls up and sleeps
Shy at first, but warms up pretty fast. A little more shy around men and kids.
Great with other dogs.
When she wants to be held she gets really excited and wiggles like crazy
Very quiet, has only barked once (when trying to get other dogs to play).

VIDEO: Lucy

Grover

Grover is a 6-month old Hound mix we're rescuing from Kauai. A former Copper's Dream adopter volunteered at the Kauai Humane Society, spent four days with this boy, and and has helped him get to safety on the mainland (too many dogs on a small island!).

Very sweet
Likes to play
Med/small in size
On his field trips out of the shelter has been good with other dogs, adults, children, and crowds
Had a great time playing with his kennel mate at the shelter
Enjoyed wading in the fresh water pool at Kalapaki Beach
Would make a great student for training
Has typical puppy energy, so would appreciate a chance to get some exercise

Penny

Penny is a 4-year old Pug mix (who looks like a Puggle to us - Pug/Beagle) we rescued from the Glenn County area. She's good with cats, dogs, and children.

Sweet and calm but has her playful moments
Good on the leash & loves to go for walks
Doesn't bark much
Did well with her bath (easy maintenance coat) and was patient when she got her nails trimmed
Learning sit
Seems to be fully house trained
Loves her treats
Getting along wonderfully with the 7 year old boys in her foster home and the other neighborhood kids.
Pretty much ignoring the 3 resident cats

Katie

Katie is an approx. 7-month old pit mix we're rescuing from Merced.

Very submissive girl.
Loves everyone! (dogs and kids)
Curious of cats but not aggressive at all
Very sweet and gentle at feeding time.
Already walks fairly good on a leash and responds well.
Already knows how to sit.

She was left at the shelter, tied up outside by a homeless person who gave her a hug and a kiss before leaving (all caught on a security camera). She's good with other dogs and loves, loves, loves people.

Rex

Rex is a 4-year old, 60lb German Shepherd/Golden Retriever mix we rescued from Merced.

He's a gentle sweet boy who was pretty sad at the shelter - so he's getting used to this whole rescue thing and second chances.

He's living with a family and two 15-year old children - the daughter he likes to get belly rubs from. When he heard the neighbor's dog from beyond the fence he went into a play pounce. More info to come on this boy as he settles in.

The shelter thinks he is completely house trained because his kennel was immaculate and he always made sure to make the most of his outside time.

King Vidor

King Vidor is an 8-month old 50 pound Great Dane mix we rescued from Merced.

This gangly youngster is all legs. He's smart and already knows "sit." He's fairly calm for a puppy, curious, and will be a big boy when full grown.

Gingerbread

Gingerbread ("Ginger") is a 5-month old, 25lb Cattle Dog mix we rescued from Red Bluff.

She's been shy and scared at the shelter, but if you have a treat on hand, she knows you're one of the good guys! This sweetheart looks forward to a loving home where she can grow her confidence.

Blitzen

Blitzen is an 8-month super friendly and outgoing terrier mix we rescued from Red Bluff.

Liz Lemon

Liz Lemon is an 8-month old Border Collie mix we rescued from Glenn County. We recently rescued her sister Biscuit, who has already been adopted.

Timmy

Timmy is a 4-year old, 74lb Rhodesian Ridgeback mix we rescued from Red Bluff. He was surrendered to the shelter when his family became homeless. He was raised with kids, cats, and dogs (big and small).

He's a happy, friendly boy who's eager to please. Shelter volunteers say he's on the mellow side and well behaved. He already knows "sit" and is learning down. Timmy is people oriented, outgoing, and loves attention.

With other dogs he'll go into play bounce and "bow" to invite them to join in the fun. We're not sure where his scars come from, but he arrived at the shelter with them.

Peekaboo

Peekaboo is a 3-year old Pug we rescued from Glenn County.

Total sweetheart
Loving, cuddly
Playful
Great with other dogs
Very much a lap dog
Working on house training

Wall-E

Wall-e is a 1-year old 25lb Beagle/Doxie mix we rescued from Glenn County along with his buddy and kennel mate Barnaby.

Friendly, sweet, outgoing little guy.
Has done well around kids
Mostly house trained
Calm in the car
Tends to pull a bit on leash
Likes to stop and say hi to every dog he meets on walks
Loves his daily play/running around time to get his energy out, and then tires out relatively quickly
Gentle taking treats
Very quiet in the house (perfect for apartment/condo living). He does bark at the dog park, tries to mediate when other dogs are rough playing.
Big cuddler, loves to snuggle up right beside his foster to sleep and comes right up on her lap to nap.

Queenie

Queenie is an approx. 1-year old, 20lb Heeler mix we rescued from Chowchilla.

Sweet, loving, very social
Has done great walking downtown Los Gatos - not reacting to other dogs and friendly with all the people she met
Doesn't pull on leash
Cute bushy tail
Getting along with the dogs, big and small, in her foster home
Checks in with her people a lot
VIDEO: Queenie

Robby

Robby is an 8-month old 40lb Shepherd mix we rescued from Tehama.

Cute and lovable
Really nice, submissive boy (other males at the shelter took advantage of this and wouldn't let him eat or lay on a bed - so he was moved to his own kennel, poor guy)
Very friendly
Plays very well at the dog park.
Very energetic
Loves people and children (although doesn't live with any in his foster home)
Great on leash! He does not mark or lift his leg, but is not totally house broken yet
Knows sit very well and does stay, come, and down most of the time.
Loves toys and fetch
Affectionate
Can be bouncy, silly and puppy-ish
VIDEO: Robby plays fetch, Robby plays

Truman

Truman is a 1-2 year old, approx. 50lb black and brown Bloodhound and German Shepherd mix we rescued from Stockton.

House trained
Has lived with kids
Really good with the 6-year old and her friends in the foster home
Fits in really well with foster family (would make a great family dog)
Was relaxed during his post-shelter bath
Likes to give and get affection
Likes to snuggle in bed
Happy go lucky boy most of the time
Frightened by loud, sudden noises
Loves to go on walks but doesn't demand them
"A really special dog!!" -- foster mom
Loves to chew his bones and dog toys but has not chewed on any other items in the house
Occasionally will pick up a small stuffed animal, but will immediately put it down when we tell him

Cornbread

Cornbread is an adorable little Border Collie puppy. He's about 5 months old and will most likely be a medium sized dog (about 20-25lbs now)

Has mastered the commands: sit, stay, down, come, and off.
Great in his crate (sleeps through the night)
Very snuggly
Medium-energy dog - enjoys playtime, but also cuddly snooze time
Learning loose leash walking very well
Good about redirecting his puppy chewing to toys
Has gone to several dog parks (on leash) and he's very sweet to all the dogs and people he meets.
Has learned not to eat the resident guinea pigs, which was no easy feat for him as they look like tasty meals on wheels!
Has visited his foster's barn and he didn't bark at the other barn dogs and was fearless/curious of the horses.
Good at coming when called
On the submissive side
Hasn't been a barker in his foster home

Tootsie

Tootsie is an 8-month old Heeler/Cattle Dog/ Catahoula mix we rescued from Red Bluff.

Friendly with everyone she meets
She's about 35-40 pounds
Walks really well on her leash
Sleeps through the night in her crate
Plays well with the other dogs (fostered with two pups as well)
Has shown no aggression, is slightly submissive
Very treat motivated
Knows "sit" and is working on "down," "wait," and "roll over"
No accidents in the house so far
Did great in her first post-rescue car ride and bath
VIDEO: Tootsie

Chico

Chico is one of Greta's puppies. This photo was taken November 2, at age 5 weeks. He's a playful, energetic, adventurous and fearless. He has long, thick, shiny, soft fur.

Greta is our 15lb terrier up for adoption, and the father is unknown. They will be ready for their new homes around 8 weeks old (beginning of December). We will be accepting applications ahead of time, with meetings happening when they're 6 weeks old.

Lola

Lola is one of Greta's puppies. This photo was taken November 2, at age 5 weeks. Lola is the smallest and most sensitive of the litter. She likes to play but doesn't like rough housing.

Her best friend is Bo because they have similar personalities. She is happiest cuddling with you and watching the others play. She has soft, curlyish hair, almost looks like a poodle mix.

Greta is our 15lb terrier up for adoption, and the father is unknown. They will be ready for their new homes around 8 weeks old (beginning of December). We will be accepting applications ahead of time, with meetings happening when they're 6 weeks old.

Bo

Bo is one of Greta's puppies. This photo was taken November 2, at age 5 weeks. Bo is an old soul in a puppy body. He's playful, but gentle and very calm. He loves sleeping on his back and cuddling. He looks like a little dachshund/husky mix and has thick fur.

Greta is our 15lb terrier up for adoption, and the father is unknown. They will be ready for their new homes around 8 weeks old (beginning of December). We will be accepting applications ahead of time, with meetings happening when they're 6 weeks old.

Tank

Tank is one of Greta's puppies. This photo was taken November 2, at age 5 weeks. He's an independent, confident boy who's very active and loves to play. He looks like a little shepherd mix with short fur.

Greta is our 15lb terrier up for adoption, and the father is unknown. They will be ready for their new homes around 8 weeks old (beginning of December). We will be accepting applications ahead of time, with meetings happening when they're 6 weeks old.

Findley

Findley is a small 1-2 year old male black Lab mix we rescued from Glen Co.

Very loyal, loving
Goofy, happy guy
Did great on a 3-mile hike
Appears house trained
Great with kids
Very affectionate with adults and great with the infant & 7 year old he's been around.
Would enjoy an active home, currently gets two walks a day, might be a good running partner
Has chased the cat, but not aggressively
Getting better with sit & down.
Very treat motivated
Pulls some on the leash, but responds well when corrected
Sleeps happily through the night on a blanket next to your bed
Likes to lay on the bathroom floor and wait for you to be done in the shower
VIDEO: Have you met Findley? Findley loves the water

Scooby

Scooby is a 10-month old Border Terrier mix we rescued from Sacramento.

LOVES people and other dogs
Just wants to play, play, play
Every once in a while will have a spurt of puppy energy, during which he tears around the yard.
Will roll over for belly rubs and lie there as long as you'll pet him.

Scooby's previous owners bought him at a flea market, and surrendered him because they didn't have time for him. They said he knows Spanish, and is paper trained. He previously lived with a 6 year old child.

VIDEOS: Scooby, Scooby II, Sweet Scooby, Scooby plays I, Scooby plays II,Scooby plays III, Scooby plays IV

Mindy

Mindy is a young Lab/Bassett mix we rescued from Modesto.

Very affectionate and sweet
House trained
Doesn't need a lot of exercise - would make a good small house or apartment dog
Loves everyone she meets
Tail never stops wagging
Rides great in the car
Had a fun outing to Half Moon Bay recently
Has almost mastered sit
Has done great at the dog park (When a dog barked at her or there was a scuffle she was fine. If she barks at a dog and the dog responds, she immediately becomes submissive.
Has been left uncrated for 5 hours and has been fine - no accidents, just made herself comfortable on her blanket on the couch.
Cries for a couple of minutes when you leave, just like in her crate at night, then quiets down.
VIDEO: Mindy, More Mindy

Tandy

Tandy is a 5-6 month old mix we rescued from Stockton. They listed her as a terrier mix, but she looks like Shepherd mix to us.

Super affectionate, happy
Great with other dogs.
No accidents so far in the home
Needs work on leash
"GREAT dog!" - experienced foster mom
Sleeps well in her crate last night
Unsure about stairs
Knows "sit" and is working on "down"
Loves to snuggle.
VIDEO: Have you met Tandy?

Isabella

Isabella is a 4-month old 23lb Border Collie mix we're rescuing from Tehama. She gets along with her kennel mates Chowder and Nelly, who we're also rescuing. She arrived at the shelter with bleeding from scratches across her face, which are still healing.

Leila

Leila is a 1-year old Maltese we rescuedfrom Tehama County.

Juniper

Juniper is an 8-month old Aussie mix we rescued from Glenn County. She's a very sweet and gentle girl -- and, much prettier in person! She gets along with other dogs and has a beautiful coat.

Nelly

Nelly is a 3-month old 22lb pit mix we rescued from Tehama.

Very snuggly
Playful
Did great in her bath
Doing well with all 3 big dogs in her foster home.
Navigates the stairs well.
Healthy appetite
Teething so maybe 4-5 months old, some baby teeth missing
Almost 100% house trained
Knows sit
Left outside of her crate all day while fosters are gone and they don't come home to a disaster :-)
Needs work on leash

Amy

Amy is a 5-month old Lab/Golden mix we rescued from Glenn County along with her sister Eva. She's a sweet, loving girl who loves to come saddle up next to you for a lean and pets.

Very sweet with all people
Getting along well with other dogs in home.
Very curious about everything
Crate and house training coming along nicely.
Walks on a loose leash.
Hasn't chewed anything she shouldn't.
Will settle in house and hang out with you.
Cats unknown.
Beautiful, shiny black coat.

Cranberry

Cranberry is a sweet little Border Collie puppy we're rescuing along with her brother Cornbread. She loves everyone and loves to play. She's about 4 to 5 months and 18 pounds so will most likely be a medium sized dog.

Romeo

Romeo is an approximately 1-year old, 53lb Catahoula mix we're rescuing from Red Bluff.

Happy, friendly, and sweet
Outgoing, people oriented, playful
Loves toys and attention
Does well being handled
Thinks he's a lap dog
Loving, affectionate

Duck

Duck is a sweet and playful 11-week old, 12lb black Lab mix we rescued from Red Bluff with his sister Tully.

Sweet guy who loves to play and cuddle up afterward for a snooze
Hasn't had any accidents in his current foster home
Does well in his crate - loves it

Tully

Tully is a sweet and playful 11-week old, 12lb black Lab mix we rescued from Red Bluff with her brother Duck.

Sweet girl who loves to play with other pups, and cuddle up for a snooze afterward.
Hasn't had any accidents in her current foster home
Does well in her crate - loves it

Palmer

Palmer is a 7-month old Pointer mix we rescued from Shasta County along with his brother Ducky and sister Abigail.

Very playful and very sweet
Absolutely gorgeous
No resource guarding.
Highly food motivated
Can be a bit goofy
Minds well
He's young so needs training, but he's smart and eager to please
Great in the car
Good with other dogs
Has done well around kids, but we think he's probably too much puppy at this point for small kiddos

Davey

Davey is a 6-7 month old black Lab mix we rescued from Stockton.

House trained
Extremely loving and sweet, very compliant.
Sits at your feet and listens to commands extremely well.
Pretty mellow for a 6 month old lab
Goes to Fort Funston often and he is great off leash. You can walk him off leash and he will stay by your side, but we would not risk that yet if something exciting is near!
He sits, stays pretty well, will come when called.
Great with dogs, kids, adults and cats. He will start to chase our cat, if I tell him “NO”, he will stop in his tracks. He is not aggressive at all.
Has a really sweet personality, mostly mellow and likes to be near you.
Sleeps with my son all night on the weekends without moving or having an accident.
Loves his crate and will go in it when he is tired.
Good in the car, he barks for a few minutes when you get out to run an errand, but then stops.
Likes to fetch anything, he also chews, so I would not leave him alone in the house until he is a little older, he is good with supervision.
Likes kongs or any toy really
He will go up to anyone and loves pets, he jumps a little, but we have been working on that.
Great dog for a family, would love kids, and would be great with them.
Does not need a great deal of exercise, goes for daily walks/exercise

Onyx

Onyx is a 2-3 year old black and white Shepherd mix we rescued from Stockton.

Has basic training (sit, down, shake, go, come, off/on)
Loves toys
Doesn't bark
Crate trained
Loves to cuddle
Plays fetch
We took her bath and she did great
Has been good around kids

Casper

Casper is an approx. 1-year old terrier mix we rescued from Stockton.

Sweet, kind-hearted boy.
Really mellow, super sweet boy
Had a wonderful day trip to Carmel where he did great at the restaurants and everyone he met
Doesn't need a ton of exercise and just wants to cuddle up with you.
Very pleasant and friendly with dogs and all the people he has met.
Amazingly good for his bath and gets very excited when he is finished.
Tolerates brushing his hair without any problem.
Does OK with cats - will chase to play a couple times when first meeting, so would just need to be taught not to
Hasn't shown any food aggression. Sits at your feet during dinner looking up quietly but doesn't beg.
Takes treats very gently.
Rides well in the car on the passenger's lap or in the passenger's seat.
Loves to extend his front and hind legs and slide across living room rug.
Enjoys playing with mini tennis ball.
Enjoyed meeting dogs on his walk (especially small dogs).
Slightly shy at first, but warms up very fast with love and affection
VIDEOS: Meet Casper!, Casper

Coconut

Coconut is an overall mellow and sweet girl, approx. 1-year old Dalmatian mix we rescued from Stockton.

House-trained
Sweet, loving demeanor
Very friendly to new people, adults and children alike
Loves to chase her tail - cute!
Laid back at home, at the office, and in the car
Happily sleeps at the foot of your bed
Doesn't seem to notice cats out on walks
Does well with adults and children alike
Likes to play fetch with a bouncy ball.
Learned sit, but she's not super-consistent with it.
Getting crate trained - has done fine in it when fosters have left for up to 4 hours
Does pretty well on leash
Curious and friendly to other dogs and people on her walks, but can be excitable
Not much of a barker
Doesn't beg for food when you're eating

Nika

Nika is a 6-month old pit mix we rescued from Red Bluff.

Doing great with the dogs and cats in her foster home
Loves her people
Would rather be by your side than play with the other pups, but does love to play with the dogs (and you, too)
Close to being potty trained
Doesn't bark a lot outside
Will whine and bark a bit when first kenneled, but then settles down (she'd prefer to sleep on the bed with you)
Does fine on leash
Loves belly rubs, very affectionate
About 35lbs.

Rynn

Rynn is an adorable 1 year old, 25lb + Pug/Terrier mix pup.

A cuddler who will give kisses if you let him
House trained and crate trained
Loves tennis balls
Loves chewy treats
Well-behaved in the house
Sleeps quietly in his crate at night
Did fine with cats in a shelter foster home. Seems fine with the cats he encounters outside and good with the foster's guinea pig.
Knows commands for sit, stop, come, off, "Rynn in" (for the crate)

Rynn is a super sweet pup who came to us very shy, but with lots of socialization from his foster mom, now he just needs a little while to warm up. When he does, he's a fun, playful, loving dog. He's also been around children, cats, and other dogs in his shelter foster home.

VIDEO: Rynn playing, Rynn plays with 2 dogs

Ducky

Ducky is a 7-month old Pointer mix we rescued from Shasta County along with his brother Palmer and sister Abigail.

Super sweet demeanor
Thinks he's a 5lb. lap dog- wants to get his entire body onto your lap
Real cuddlebug, loves to be close and petted
Has the most silky, velvety ears you'll ever feel!
Very playful, loves his toys
Loves to play fetch and run around the apartment
Would benefit from a fenced-in back yard where he can roam freely
Total hound- has to sniff everything out, likes to track scents
Not at all a barker, but whines when you leave him alone
Does not like his crate (not uncommon straight out of the shelter), but slept well on his dog bed
No accidents inside the house; appears to be house trained
No food aggression
Very smart boy! Knows "sit" and "no" and comes when called!
Hasn't chewed on anything around the house so far
Learning not to pull on the leash- just gets so excited to be outside of the shelter!
Has done well around kids, but we think he's probably too much puppy at this point for small kiddos
VIDEOS: Ducky fetches, Ducky being good,Ducky's first post-shelter meal

Bess

Bess is a 9-10 month old, 20 lbs. Dachshund-Terrier mix we rescued from Delano. Bess is a very sweet, playful girl who loves people and is good with other dogs.

Very happy and loving girl.
Seems to just go with flow.
Happy outside, at the park, on walks, or just snuggling up.
Gets excited when meeting new people and other dogs, can be a little shy around big dogs.
Has needed a little help with potty training as she won't go while out on walks, just out in the backyard or one spot in the house.
No growling or aggression.
Likes to collect shoes but stops when corrected.
Knows sit, still working on down.

Flapjack

Flapjack is a 1-year old Beagle mix we rescued from Glen Co.

Fenway

Fenway is a 3-year old male black Lab mix we rescued from Glen Co.

Goofy and puppy like
Great with the little toddler in his temp. foster home
Probably 70 pounds or so
Very good temperament, good natured
Very affectionate, loves people
Likes to follow you around and puts his head in your lap
Has been good with dominant dogs
Sensitive and responsive to correction
VIDEOS: Fenway in the yard, Fenway in the yard II

Gibbs

Gibbs is a 10-week old brindle Hound puppy we rescued from Shasta County. He's all puppy, and as cute as can be.

Has been around all sorts of people and other dogs and has shown no timidness
Only barks when left alone (unless he's in his crate).
Bold and playful puppy
Loves to be handled, flipped around, wrestled with.
Working on house training (he's still very young)
Already loves his crate and only needs to be taken out once during the night.
Learned how to sit/stay in about 24hrs!

Maui

Maui is a 2-year old Pointer/Lab mix (more Pointer) that we rescued from Modesto.

Very sweet, a little timid right now
About 51lbs at knee height
Was an owner surrender
Rides well in cars, usually ends up curling into a ball in the backseat.
House trained
Not possessive of food
Tends to zigzag on leash
Responds to commands
Sleeps through the night on her dog bed without issue
Loves affection and will push her head under your hand to get you started
Good meeting other dogs on leash

Butter

Butter is a 2-3 year old male Bichon Mix we rescued from Tehama.

15lbs of sweetness
Seems house trained
Loves to lay by your feet
Enjoys hanging out on the couch with you

Barney

Barney is a 7 to 8 month old Cattle Dog/Border Collie mix we're rescuing from Glenn County. He's only 30 pounds so will most likely be medium sized dog.

Eva

Eva is a 5-month old Lab/Golden mix we rescued from Glenn County along with her sister Amy.

Baby

Baby is a 5-month old Border Collie/Staffordshire mix we rescued from Sacramento. She's an adorable little wiggly girl that loves people!

Gives kisses and tries to jump in your lap.
Easy going, isn't phased by the other dogs she's living with
Submissive with other dogs she's met
Goes right into her crate when needed and doesn't make a peep.
Has webbed feet so maybe a swimmer
Was surrendered to the shelter because her owners did not have time for her. They had her for approximately two weeks and got her from a friend. She was an inside/outside dog, and lived with kids between the ages of 9 and 14. They also state that she is crate trained and lived with cats.
About 25lbs right now.
VIDEOS: Baby, Baby II, Baby III, Baby plays,Baby plays II

Rooney

Rooney is a 30lb wire haired Pointer mix. His paperwork says he's 2 years old, but he may be closer to 8 months old.

Very sweet, his tail is always wagging
Lovable, clumsy oaf
Seems house trained -no accidents
Goes into his crate without a fuss and quiet as can be
Has done well with all sorts of other dogs
Pretty strong for his size and tends to pull on leash
Not a barker, just wants to give kisses
VIDEO: Rooney

Fred

Fred is a 10- 12 month old Lab mix rescued from Merced, probably with a little pit in there.

Loves to play
Has done great with the dogs he's been fostered with (even deferring to the alpha female)
Good-natured, loves to give and get affection
House trained
Walks with a loose leash, with proper collar and corrections
Loves children (lived with a toddler in a foster home and sought her out for attention)
Happy-go-lucky who loves being around people
Gentle mouth taking treats, toys, etc.
Crate trained, sleeps quietly through the night
Will benefit from basic training (learning not to jump up to greet people)

Fred may not be the best dog park candidate just yet as he can be a little over exhuberant when meeting new dogs, but with time and training he can most likely get there. He has done very well with dogs he is properly introduced to and lives with. He has no reaction while out walking to those dogs who bark and lunge at him and has done well with loose dogs running up to him. He is best suited for an owner who can provide leadership and set boundaries for him.

VIDEOS: Fred plays fetch

Josie

Josie is a 6-month old 40lb Shepherd mix we rescued from Stockton. She's got a cute wrinkled brow and looks to be part Beagle as well.

Loves attention
No accidents in the house so far (seems to sit at the door when she needs out)
Walks okay on leash
Quiet, no barking
Hangs out in the yard well by herself, no digging, etc.
VIDEOS: Josie

Ashley

Ashley is an adorable 4-month old Shepherd/Golden Retriever mix puppy we rescued from Red Bluff.

Playful
Total lap dog - loves to snuggle
Working on crate training
Working on potty training: She sleeps through the night and when she needs to go
Friendly towards people
Pretty good at "sit"
Learning not to jump up to say hi
On the submissive side
Does well on leash
Loves belly rubs
Working on potty training
Loves fetch and tug toys
VIDEO: Ashley

Pablo

Darling and friendly 6-8 month old male terrier mix puppy we rescued from Stockton.

Sweet guy
Very affectionate
Likes to meet new people
Not a barker
Likes to be close to you and follow you around the house.
Working on house training
Does well with other dogs
Does well with neighborhood cats he meets
Very loving towards the daughters in his foster home (10 & 15).
Doesn’t chew on furniture.
VIDEO: Have you met Pablo?

Porgy

Porgy is a 9-10 month old, 20 lbs. Dachshund-Terrier mix we rescued from Delano. Porgy was picked up with Bess (also up for adoption) and seems to be her brother.

House trained
Loving cuddle big. He loves to be close to his person.
Needs work on leash
Very friendly and is good with other dogs.
VIDEOS: Porgy

Boo

Boo is an approx. 1-year old, 15 pound terrier mix we rescued from Stockton. She went to the pumpkin festival recently and enjoyed the energy and attention of children of all ages. She would likely be a good family dog. She would also good for someone who has a size restriction on the dogs they may have, but would still like a sporty dog.

So happy to be in rescue.
Will give you kisses if you let her.
Doing well ignoring the family cat
Loves to be outside and likes to explore. Might be a good hiking companion.
Also likes to be with her people getting belly rubs, affection, and scratches.
Was patient for her bath
Good in the car and her crate.
Wasn't afraid or aggressive with the large dogs she encountered on walks.
VIDEOS: Learning commands, First day of rescue

Sugar

Sugar is a 1-year old Dachshund mix.

Rocky

Rocky is a 4 month old pit mix puppy we rescued from Selma. He looks like a Lab/Pit mix because of his Lab-y head. We expect him to be about 40lb full grown.

Really sweet, wonderful boy
Does great with the dogs and young kids in his foster home
More to come!

He was saved from being attacked by other dogs, and was found just in time.

Jonah

Jonah is a 1.5-year old Lab mix. He was surrendered to the shelter by an elderly couple who could no longer care for him. They reported he was good with cats.

Great with other dogs big and small - he's respectful of the older, small dog he's fostered with, but is happy to run around with the big dogs.
House trained
Ignores dogs that bark at him while out on walks
Ignored the one cat he's met
Loves to play, play, play, but will mellow out during the day while you're working
Gentle and playful with the young kids he's met
Grumbles when he's crated at night, but settles down after 15 minutes and sleeps through the night (has a very endearing snore!)
Loves long walks and also having free running time
Pretty good on leash - a little jumpy from excitement at first and then settles in and is a joy to walk with
Very devoted to his people

Frannie

Frannie is a 8-10 month old Shepherd mix we rescued from Glen Co.

Very friendly with every person she's met
Happy, affectionate, and loves being rubbed all over
Gets along great with dog in foster home
Loves her bone but not sure about balls or fetch yet
Medium-to-high energy (still has some puppy energy in her)
Great on a leash and on walks in the city
Seems potty trained so far (no accidents in the house)
Submissive and a little timid in new situations
Loves meeting new dogs one-on-one but the dog park is a bit overwhelming so far
Working on sit and come (she's treat motivated and attentive)
Will likely make a great family dog

Owen

Owen is a 2-year old yellow Lab mix.

Really sweet
Content to lay on the bed with a bone
Currently living with two other labs right now
Okay on leash, can zig and zag

Gracie Lou

Gracie Lou is a 3-month old Shepherd mix.

She's very social and outgoing. More photos and info to come!
Super sweet and loves to get snuggles.
Not afraid of the "big" puppies in her foster home
Just wants to play, play, play :-)

Frank

Frank is a 1-year old Jack Russell Terrier mix we rescued from Glen Co along with his kennel mate Fritz, who could also be his brother.

Snuggler!
Super affectionate and sweet as can be--you can touch his paws, flip him over, he doesn't mind being tugged around
Smart, responds well to training, but needs basic obedience work
Hasn't had an accident in the house
Wants to meet everyone on the street
Good around other dogs
Energetic, but can calm down easily
Working on crate training and leash skills
Treat motivated

Fritz

Fritz is a 1-year old Jack Russell Terrier mix we rescued from Glen Co along with his kennel mate Frank, who could also be his brother.

Very cuddly
Seems completely potty trained (has not had one accident inside)
Good with other dogs, even on a leash outside
Very playful.

Abigail

Abigail is a 7-8 month old Pointer mix we rescued from Shasta County along with her brothers Ducky and Palmer.

Playful
Relaxed
Has done well meeting other dogs and new people
On the submissive side
Would like to learn the basics, but isn't an "unruly" pup

Zeke

Zeke is a 10-week old pit mix puppy we're rescuing from Red Bluff.

Adorable, stocky boy who loves to strut his stuff.
Very sweet and has no fear of the big dogs in his foster home.
Did great at the vet's office
Pretty mellow personality for a puppy
Loves to play in water
Smart boy who has "sit" down
Gives you a great doggy smile when he wants something

Winston

Winston is a 1-2 year old, 8lb Boston Terrier mix cutie we rescued from Avenal. He looks to be maybe Boston/Chi.

Super happy dog
Very entertaining to be around
Loves to play
Quiet
Really good on walks
Does well with other dogs
Loves to snuggle
Loves attention and will rub against you like a cat to say "hi"
Doesn't jump on the furniture
Crate trained
Does well in the car
VIDEO: Winston

Hershey

Hershey is a 2-year old chocolate Chihuahua we rescued from the McFarland shelter.

Mellow guy who’s happy to sit in your lap or sack out on the couch.
Learning to play with toys and other dogs after many months at the shelter.
Can be barky at other dogs while on leash, but is friendly and submissive once introduced.
His new family will need to work with him to teach him to come when called and not to jump up on his favorite people.
Very sweet, wiggle-butt of a dog
Not a yipper or a barker
Has done well with the big dogs he's met on leash
Doing fine with the cat in his foster home
Good on housetraining -- no accidents so far
Loves his walks and is great on leash, always checking in
VIDEO: Hershey

Jill

Jill is a 10-week old Shepherd mix puppy we rescued from Red Bluff along with her brother Jack.

Loves her crate
Sleeps through the night
Learned to go up and down the stairs in one night!
Learning to use the potty pads, has been able to hold it for 5 hours
Plays great with the big dogs in the house - active girl who loves to run around
Loves to cuddle when play time
Has met young kids (3-5 yrs old) and did great.

Jack

Jack is a 10-week old Shepherd mix puppy we rescued from Red Bluff along with his sister Jill.

Sweet and playful
An adorable puppy with excellent temperament and disposition.
Except for two accidents due to not letting him out enough, he behaves as if he's house trained.
He doesn't seem to bark or whine.
He's a goof ball and saint rolled into one.

Duncan

Duncan is a gorgeous 2-year old German Shepherd we rescued from Red Bluff.

Very loving, loves people
Getting along great with the dog in his foster home - they play really well together
Has a lot of curious puppy behaviors, but hasn't been destructive
Sleeps through the night in his crate
Learning basic commands (will sit with treats)
Does great on leash
While he's underweight, he's still very strong
Hasn't had any accidents in the house
Loves to run and go for walks - would like an active household or one where he can get his playtime in
Ignored the office cat at the shelter

Laddie

Laddie is a 10-month old, 34 lbs, Border Collie mix we're rescuing from Red Bluff. He's a happy, friendly guy who's people oriented and eager to please. He's smart and watches you for instructions, so would love to have both physical and mental stimulation (perhaps agility?).

Rookie

Rookie is a 4-6 month old, 10 pound Min Pin puppy who could be part Chi. He loves attention and gets along with other dogs, cats, and kids.

Happy little guy with cute floppy ears and legs for days!! Looks like a tiny greyhound with min pin markings.
Loves attention, to be held and give kisses if you'll let him. If you want a lil doggie to carry around and take everywhere, he is for you!
Loves to be near you all the time! Sits right next to you on the couch and sits at your feet while doing dishes or getting ready in the bathroom.
Working on house training
Learning to walk well on a leash, doing better every time.
Eager to meet new dogs on walks, but can get a little scared/overwhelmed if too many big dogs are around.
Not a fan of his crate...but we are working on it (but he loves to snuggle next to you in bed and sleeps through the night)
Does great around cats
Not afraid of all the tricker treaters on Halloween, was eager to greet them at the door.
Not a barker, but can whine/whimper when he gets excited, nervous or wants attention

Olivia

Olivia is an approx. 1-year old, 14 pound Terrier/ Shepherd mix we rescued from Porterville.

Very sweet, loves to cuddle right into your arms, she is a joy to hold.
Just a little shy meeting people, but likes people and warms up right away.
Loves to play with other dogs, but is more on the submissive side till she gets to know them.
Seems house trained, no accidents in the house.
Loves her squeaky toys and chew bones.
Rides great in the car sitting in the passenger seat.
Shows no food aggression
Wants to be by you and follow you everywhere.
Past 'teething' - hasn't chewed anything in the house.
Olivia is not a fan of her crate, but when left uncrated in the house her foster returned to find nothing out of place.

Cara

Cara is an approx. 1-year old, 15 pound mix we rescued from Stockton. She's listed as a black Lab mix, just looks like a "mini" one.

Good with toddler in her temp. foster home - very tolerant of her
Good for bath
Has become a lot happier and less shy in 24 hours
Loves to play with the other puppy in the home
Extremely submissive, will lie on her back every time a new person or dog approaches
Good in crate at night, loved to curl up in her crate
Wants to be pet, will follow you around hoping for a pat or cuddle
Sweet with all people/dogs she has met

Arthur

Arthur is a 1-year old Husky mix we rescued from Delano.

Very sweet and friendly boy
Good with other dogs.
Could stand to put on some weight.
Loves to lay in his crate even with the door open
Sleeping through the night in his crate with no problems.
Seems to be house trained - no accidents so far.
Takes treats gently and doesn't have any food aggression.
Foster home says, "He's a great dog!!"

Posey

Posey is a 3-month old, 20 pound female Shepherd mix puppy we're rescuing from Stockton.

Shy at first, but loves to be pet gently
Warms up and wags tail around other dogs
Totally submissive with big dogs
Good & tolerant with toddler she met
Quiet in her crate so far
Very quiet so far, hasn't made a peep in crate or out

Willie

Willie is an 8-9 week old terrier puppy.

Super puppy
Loves people and other dogs.
Has only had 1 accident so far but is getting better with doing his business outside.
Whines for a few minutes in his crate then does well with his toys and treats that are hidden inside.
Rides well in the car.
Was good for his bath.
Learning no and he is working on sit.
Very eager to please.
He was saved by a rescuer at 3-4 weeks of age when he was found being tossed in the air by a drunk man in a parking lot.
VIDEO: Willie plays

Gurdy

Gurdy is cute little 4-year old 36-lb Hound mix we rescued from Red Bluff.

VERY sweet girl!
Is unsure of new situations, so just needs some time to build her confidence.
Once she builds her confidence she will be a devoted companion!
Does well with other dogs and likes the companionship of the resident pup
Great walking companion, really good on walks
Loves feeding time! Gets excited and prances around to her food bowl
Loves attention and will rub against you to say get pets
Low energy and mellow
Did well in her bath - was nervous but handled it well
Takes treats gentle
Responds when corrected and obedient - is a pleaser
Likes to curl up in her bed
Loves affection and has been learning to trust her fosters
Very eager to please
Will likely do well with cats as she has not interest in birds or squirrels
Well-behaved in the house
Not a barker
House trained
Sleeps throughout the night in her dog bed. Is fine being crated but is also fine without

Pete

Piccolo Pete is a 10-week old pit mix puppy we rescued from Glenn County along with his sister Mona Lisa.

Very sweet pup
Lover who enjoys snuggling up
Can be a little nervous at first, but opens up after a few minutes.
Loves playing with the dogs in his foster home.

Poplar

Poplar is an approx. 1-year old Chi mix we rescued from Porterville, who looks to maybe have some terrier in her as well.

Very sweet
Loves to sit next to you or on your lap
When she naps alongside you, she buries her head into you
She would love to sleep up in bed with you
Good for her bath
Big fan of belly rubs
Paid no attention to the neighborhood cat

Cory

Cory is a 6-8 month old Doxie/Terrier mix we're rescuing from Stockton.

happiest most playful pup ever!
loves everyone he meets! is a crowd favorite at the park!
loves other dogs of all sizes, would love to have a playmate at home
would be great with kids because he's gentle and shows no food aggression
super cuddly, a total lap dog
likes his toys and scampering about outside
not a barker at all
perfect size for an apartment or house (only 10-15lbs.)
learning how to walk on a leash
learning basic commands like "sit", food motivated
slept well overnight in his crate, whined only a little when first put in his crate
VIDEOS: Cory I, Cory II, Casper and Cory

Colby

Colby is a darling an approx. 1-year old Shepherd mix we're rescuing from Stockton. He's got a darling face.

Chloe

Chloe is an approx. 1-year old Shepherd/Basset Hound mix we rescued from Stockton.

Harley

Harley is a 55-60lb handsome black Shepherd mix.

Has done well with the two dogs in his foster home and even the boisterous toddler who likes to steal his toys (see video).
Probably didn't have much training in his previous homes so needs a family willing to reach him some basic obedience, like walking on a leash without pulling.
So smart, eager to learn, and wanting to please
We think with training he'll make a great family dog
Can be calm and mellow, relaxing on the porch for half the day. And he can also be a very active, bouncing all over the yard and trying to engage other dogs in play.
VIDEOS: Harley I, Harley II

Chance

Chance ("Jimbo" at the shelter) is a 1-year old, 30-40lb pit mix we rescued from the small McFarland shelter. He's a super sweet boy who loves people and is good around other dogs.

He's a lover not a fighter!
Extremely sweet and smart! Knows how to sit, shake and lay down.
Very food motivated and wants to please.
Loves to be around people (kids and adults alike). He'll sit in your lap if you'd let him.
Can't get enough of the dog park and loves to play with other dogs.
While not crate trained knows where his bed is and always sleeps there.
House trained.
Full of personality....snores, grunts and sighs like a person!
Has done great sitting at an outdoor cafe, with crowds of people and other dogs
Has learned to sit and wait before getting his food bowl
Quiet, not a barker
Hasn't chewed on anything in the house

Jeb

Jeb is a 4-5 month old Fox Terrier mix we rescued from Delano. He's just a little bundle of happiness!

Affectionate little fellow
Playing great with the big dogs in his foster home
Super cuddler
Mellow and playful
Loves giving kisses
Curious and loves walks
Learning to walk on the leash and doing great.
Plays well with little kids, he barely nips or scratches
Currently crate training and he’s doing a wonderful job
Sleeps through the night in his crate without any problems
Learning the command “sit” and he’s almost there
Has done well with other dogs
VIDEOS: Jeb, Jeb playing, Jeb and giant kong

Bingo

Bingo is a 6-month old Border Collie/Cattle Dog/Jack Russell Terrier mix we're rescuing from Glenn County.

Lover with a big heart
Sleeps well in his crate
Loves long walks
Good looking guy who gets compliments out on walks
Does well with the cat in his foster home - after a couple of days of introduction work they now cuddle and lick each other
Has excitable puppy-ness
Pulls to meet other dogs ("I wanna go make new friends!") - as a puppy will need some training
Working on house training -
Knows "sit" - working on "stay"
Sleeps curled up in a little ball - loves his bed (would also love your bed!)
Rides well in the car
Soft, floppy ears and "a perfect furry muzzle"
Can be a little strong-willed, so like any young pup, will need training to be his best self

Teddy

Teddy is a 4-year old red Pomeranian we rescued from Avenal. He's very sweet and good with other dogs.

Loves affection
Quiet, not a barker
Does great on leash
Gets along great with other dogs
Great in the car
Crate trained
Eager to please

Oreo

Oreo is a 1-year old Airdale Terrier we rescued from Stockton.

Adorable and very affectionate.
Wonderful with the 1-year old and 3-year old children in his foster home
Loves the company of people, dogs, and young children.
Has gotten along very well with everyone he has met so far, human or animal.
Has done great at the dog park
Loves fetch
Rides great in the car
Seems to like water
Very intelligent and picks up new commands quickly.
Good for bath
Can get a bit excited and bark when meeting new people and dogs, but he quiets right down if you correct him.
As a young, energetic guy, would benefit from a home that can give him exercise and training
He's the kind of dog that likes to follow you all around the house and would do best in a home where he is not left alone for the entire workday.
Would do best in a no-kitty home

Ginny

Ginny is a 4-6 month old Shepherd mix we rescued from Stockton.

Very playful pup with lots of energy.
Really sweet
Loves people and dogs (including the dog in her foster home)
Loves to play fetch.
Not fully potty trained yet, but has been going outside
Super cute and loving
Does OK on leash, but we're training her (tries to lovingly jump on people walking by).
Sits for treats.

Zoey

Murphy is a 1-2, 30lb year old cutie-pie terrier mix we rescued from Stockton.

Such a sweet boy! Loves giving kisses and cuddling close :)
Will follow you around the apartment
No accidents inside; crate trained.
Likes his crate- slept well overnight and likes to hang out in it during the day.
Doing a great job learning leash walking
Very smart- knows "no" and "shake", working on "sit".
Likes his walks (would prefer not to go on runs)
Not so interested in toys, but is definitely playful.
Not a chewer or barker
Nice with other dogs, just looks at them from afar.
Didn't chase the cat he saw on our walk.
Loves belly rubs
Foster thinks he'd be great with children because he's so sweet and submissive
No food aggression

Zoey

Zoey is a 3-month old mix puppy we're rescuing from Red Bluff. She's listed as a Lab mix, but looks like she could have Border Collie in her as well.

Sweet, bubbly puppy who loves to give kisses to anyone who will let her.
On walks she loves to run and play with everything she sees, grass, leaves, sticks, and other dogs.
Total snuggler, loves to just be near you.
Does good in her crate at night and when I go out. She whines at first, but will settle down and be good for the rest of the time.
Does well on the leash, but needs to learn to not walk right under your feet
Did great at the dog park. Loves to play with all dogs, big and small. And she doesn't jump up when meeting new people.
She is still mouthy as a puppy, but if you give her a toy or bone she is good about chewing only on those things.
Rides well in the car, crated and uncrated.

Mona Lisa

Mona Lisa is a 10-week old pit mix puppy we rescued from Glenn County along with her brother Piccolo Pete.

Heinz

Heinz (now is starting to answer to the name 'Cowboy') is an adorable 1-year old 25lb pup the shelter labeled as a terrier mix. With his speckled ears he may be part Cattle Dog, the rest is anybody's guess!

Has adorable speckled ears, very unique and cute.
Very affectionate and likes to be near you.
Crates very well, and sleeps all night in the crate and not a peep.
Puppy-playful, but does not chew anything.
Gets along well, and likes to play with other dogs.
Sits for his food.
Will fetch and ball, and return it!
Seems to be house trained, no accidents in the house.
Very intelligent, does well with praise; would make a great obedience or agility dog.
Walks nicely on a leash.
Travels well - is quiet in the crate.
Quiet, not a barker.

Sully

Sully is a 1-2 year old terrier mix we rescued from Stockton. He looks like a lab, terrier, weenie dog mix with spotty black/white patch up front.

Loves to be near you if you're home
Loves to play, and is very active outside (but not overwhelming), but in the house is calm and will sit by your feet.
Has been very gentle with kids
Soft, gentle personality
Can be a little shy at first with new adults, but warms up
Loves the park and running around - will play until you call him and then he runs right back.
Has made lots of doggy friends, big and small - even if dogs bark at him he just stands there while they sniff him out
Does well with people and praise
Has a lovely, healthy shiny coat
Rides well in the car
Learning sit and stay, going to his bed when shown
Does well on leash
Goes in his crate when fosters leave and overnight
No accidents so far in the house, will sniff to let you know he needs out
Active like a puppy and mature like a grown dog (won't eat or chew up furniture and listens very well)

Liam

Liam is an 8-month old Lab/Border Collie mix we're rescuing from Glenn County. He's a friendly, goofy, sweet pup.

Chucky

Chucky is a 1-year old, 15-18lb Corgi mix we rescued from McFarland. He's a friendly boy who's shown to do well with cats and plays well with the big dogs. He comes when called and is an overall happy boy.

Denver

Denver is an 1.5-year old large Pointer guy we rescued from Delano.

Sweet and gentle 71 pound boy
Good with other dogs and likes to play.
Has a great smile.
"Kind of a big happy doofus" :-)
Good for his bath
Doesn't realize how big he is yet
He must love to hunt birds because he tried to chase every one of them that flew over the yard. He's got a great smile.

Meera

Meera is a 4-month old Griffon/Terrier mix puppy we rescued. She weighs about 9-10lbs.

Loves people
Loves to cuddle (like, really loves to cuddle!)
Crate-trained, doesn't bark or whine at all
Fosters let her sleep in their bed
Almost completely housebroken
She is a hungry little pup! She adores food, chewing on small rawhide, treats, everything! If she lives with other dogs, she may have to wait to eat until the others have eaten.
Not possessive about food - shared her rawhide with a neighbor's dog when they came to visit
Sleeps completely through the night and naps a lot as a pupppy
Great with other female dogs, still warming to males.
She's very nervous when other dogs (especially males) sniff her too much, so she'll need some socialization and proper introductions on this front
Seems to be leash trained, hesitant, but excited to go for a walk.
Knows basic commands: "come", "stay", "No", and will come when called.

Tyson

Tyson is a darling 3-month old mix puppy we're rescuing from Red Bluff. He was labeled a Lab mix at the shelter, but he looks like mostly Hound to us.

Honey

Honey is a sweet young 45lb Lab/Shepherd mix, we think under a year old, that we rescued from Stockton.

Good with the kids.
Loves rubs and rolls on her back with enjoyment.
Rode quietly in the car.
Slept through the night in her own bed.
Working on "sit" and almost has it already!
No signs of whining or being a barker.

Sparrow

Sparrow is a 1-2 year old 25lb mix we rescued from Stockton. The shelter labeled her a terrier mix, and she may have some Corgi in there as well

Very sweet
Likes to be near you
Submissive
Gets along very well with the dog in her foster home
Hasn't barked yet
Has been calm, not hyper at all
No accidents so far in the house
Loves playing with her toys and can entertain herself

Athena

Athena is a 1-2 year old 100lb-Great Dane mix we rescued from Red Bluff. She could stand to put on a few pounds. She looks like she could be part Mastiff as well.

Getting along great with her foster's German Shepherd.
Real sweet soul and so friendly.
Gets along with kids.
Will go in her crate and sleep there with no problems.
Overall she is very sweet and gentle.
Doesn't pay much attention to the squirrels, cats, and birds that come into the yard.

Pumpkin

Pumpkin is an approx. 1-year old Spaniel mix we rescued from Avenal.

Sweetest, most gentle dog ever!
Super cuddly, totally a lap dog
Just wants to be close to you, will follow you around the house
No accidents inside
Has not barked once
Very friendly with other dogs, but can be a little shy with bigger dogs
Walks pretty well on leash (stays close to you), but can be skittish with sensory overload outside
Whined when we put him in his crate last night, slept well at the end of our bed
Would be the perfect office dog because he's silent, super friendly, and is content just sleeping at your feet
VIDEOS: Pumpkin checking out his foster home, Pumpkin cuddling

Glory

Glory is a 11-week old pit mix puppy we rescued from Glenn County along with her sister Liberty.

Super sweet and adorable
Knows "sit" and loves to fetch
Does great with dogs of all personalities
Enjoys going to the beach
Submissive with the other dogs in her foster home (even the 5lb Chi mix)
Potty trained
Loves! toys
Doing well with the cats in her foster home - wants to play
Her whole body wiggles when she plays

Lambert

Lambert is an approx. 1-year old Chug mix we're rescuing from Avenal (Pug/Chihuahua). He's very a sweet boy who's gotten along with all the dogs he's met.

Sweet, confident yet submissive
Smart guy
Doing well with the dog in his foster home (who's 5x as big), and all the dogs he meets on walks
Weighs about 15lbs
Quiet guy
Did great at the vet and in his bath
Very patient and tolerant of new people, dogs, sounds, and situations
VIDEO: Lambert

Holly

Holly is a 7-month old mix we rescued from Chowchilla. She's a beautiful short-haired girl.

Has done well at dog parks with big and small dogs alike
Friendly
Does well in her crate

Ernest

Adorable and friendly 6-8 month old male terrier mix puppy we rescued from Stockton. His foster says "he's an awesome, charming, sweet sweet little guy."

Friendly with everyone he's met
Loves people and dogs big and small!
Dog in his foster home has 40lbs on him and he loves her. Started playing right away together.
Slept through the night in his crate, some whining at first.
Not fully house trained yet, but getting there.
Funny little guy, had his fosters laughing all night with his antics.
Loves checking himself out in anything reflective. No barking, just admiring himself!
Learning "sit" quickly, getting better with "no"
Was AMAZING for his nail trim. Just sat on his foster's lap and she did it by herself.
Huge snuggler, loves to be on your lap and will fall asleep there while you watch tv
Could stand to put on some weight
Left front foot might have been injured at some point and didn't heal properly - doesn't let it bother him though.

Sammy

Sammy is a 2-3 year old German Shepherd mix.

Medium-size (25-30lb)
Loves other dogs and kids
Playful, but also likes to lay on your lap
Fostered with a medium-sized pup and does great
Does great with the 2 children in his foster home (8 & 10-years old)
Treat motivated
Needs a little more leash training
Quiet, not a barker
Did well in the cat room at the shelter

Wally

Wally is 1-2 year old, 15lb terrier mix we rescued from Glenn County.

Good with the 6-year old girl in her foster home, along with her friends
Loves to give and get affection (a total lovebug)
Energetic, but can also calm down and snuggle
Does a "trick" where he stands on 2 legs to get food
Good with other dogs he sees on walks
Likes to "collect" things!
Likes to be near his people
Unusual amber eyes

Moby

Moby is a 47lb Border Collie/Shepherd mix we rescued from Red Bluff.

Tuesday

Tuesday is a handsome 3-4 year old Mountain Cur mix we rescued from Red Bluff.

Very submissive boy
Shy at first right now, but turns into a huge love bug
Very sweet and playful with other dogs
So far shows no interest in his temp. foster's cat
Very sweet with the kids in his temp. foster home
Not a barker
Did well in his crate overnight - just a little whining at first
Working on house training
Very polite at feeding time and will wait for his food
38lbs. He is older than first thought, probably 3-4 yrs.

Spencer

Spencer is a 2-3 year old Cavalier spaniel mix we rescued from Avenal.

Extremely cute (obviously). Although an adult, he still has puppy-ish looks.
Likes the attention and cuddles of his people, but isn't pushy about it. Seems equally comfortable with both men and women.
Was timid at first but becomes more playful everyday.
Loves to cuddle up in a blanket or a sweater.
Good on a leash.
Perfect in his crate, but would also like to sleep in a bed with his owner if provided a step.
No accidents in the house. Signals when he needs a potty break.
Doesn't seem to need much exercise - just a couple neighborhood walks each day.
Not very barky, only when he hears something strange or when he needs a bathroom break.
Has a bit of a dent in his lip, possibly from an injury as a puppy, but causes him no issues.
Approx. 7 lbs - could stand to put on a little weight.
Good in the car.
Seems threatened by cats. Will bark upon introduction, but may settle down with some training.
VIDEOS: Spencer gets a treat, Spencer

Randy

Randy is a happy 50 pound, 6.5 month old Lab/Border collie mix.

Very friendly and good with children, although can get overly excited when people come over to play.
Has attended training lessons and is obedient
Crate trained
Loves playing with balls and other dogs
Knows all of the basic commands, including “come”, “sit”, “stay”, "wait","look" and is leash trained.

Pretzel

Pretzel is an approx. 2-year old yellow Lab mix we rescued from Chowchilla, possibly mixed with Corgi given his short stature. He's only 20-25lbs.

"Pretzel is awesome! Hands down the easiest dog I've ever seen." - his foster
Incredibly well behaved
Knows sit, no, and loves fetch. We are working on stay and shake
Extremely food motivated
Doing well with his crate
GREAT with kids
Total cuddlebug
Super mellow
No food aggression.
When he came to the shelter, he had been hit by a car. The shelter was told by someone that recognized him that his family allowed him to roam and didn't even try to contain him. He's lucky he survived, but he didn't appear to have any injuries other than a few scrapes on his head.

Miller

Miller is a 3-4 year old Cattle Dog mix we rescued from Glenn County.

Crate trained (loves his crate to sleep or just chill during the day)
House trained
Listens well to direction
Knows sit, down, stay, and roll over
Plays fetch with tennis balls (he's completely infatuated with balls - loves to carry one in his mouth)
Could play fetch for hours, but isn't bouncing off the walls in the house
Doesn't pull much on leash
When the toys are away, he's ready to hang out
Minimal barking
Very smart and easily trainable
Thinks he's a lap dog
Shelter volunteers say he's been uninterested in cats.
Has lived with other dogs, but isn't interested in playing with them
He'd make a great adventure partner
VIDEOS: Miller at the beach, Miller

Baxter

Baxter is a 4-5-year old terrier/chihuahua mix we rescued from Avenal, a small shelter outside of Fresno.

Happy, social guy
Does well with other dogs - living with two
Loves to be held - total lovebug
Enjoys sleeping in your lap when you watch TV
At bedtime, he sleeps through the night curled up in a fluffy blanket
Mellow around the dogs in his foster home

Lolo

Lolo is a 7-month old Boxer mix (stubby tail and all) we just rescued from Avenal. So far she's:

Submissive, calm, and very sweet
Rides great in the car
Shy and unsure of new things right now, just after rescue
Slept through the night in her crate
Timid when she first meets new people. warms up quickly.
Totally playful and sweet with fosters now (gives kisses, total snuggler)
House trained, crate trained
Doing great with the kids who live in the house on her foster's property.
Great at the dog park (was unsure at first about it, and now is into it)
About 35lbs.
Learning to walk on leash
Will chase cats
VIDEOS: Lolo stealing socks, Good morning!

Ezra

Super cute and friendly male 6-8 month old terrier mix puppy we rescued from Stockton.

Such a little lap dog. Completely happy just hanging out.
Lots of kisses and snuggles -- tucks into your neck -- the cutest thing ever
Comes up to everyone for love and kisses--very confident and happy-go-lucky
Loud noises don't freak him out. Doesn't seem to be afraid of anything.
Have only heard him bark once. He will make little squeaks and whines, sometimes. But that's pretty much it.
Learning to be house trained super quickly--very smart
Walks beautifully on a leash
Great with kids at the park
Loves to play with my dog, Shelby and other dogs at the park
Knows some basic commands including come and sit
Follows me around the house, little shadow
Ok alone in the apartment--nothing touched or destroyed

Betty

Betty is an approx. 1-year old Beagle mix we rescued from Stockton. She's a happy girl who just wants to be around people - she's looking forward to a loving home of her own! More photos and info to come.

VIDEO: Betty

Echo

Echo is a 7-9 month old, 35lb mix we rescued from Stockton, labeled a Lab mix, but we think she's a Lab/pit mix from her looks.

Love bug
Doing well with the dogs in her foster home
Bouncy, affectionate puppy
Loves to play, would enjoy a home where she can get exercise
Very agile (maybe a good candidate for agility)
VIDEO: Echo playing

Zorro

Zorro is a 10-week old Shepherd mix we're rescuing from Tehama County (and he's ready to steal your heart!).

He's a fun and playful guy who can't wait for a loving home of his own.

Hansen

Hansen is a 2-3 year old Shih Tzu blend we rescued from Fresno. He does well meeting new people and gets along with other dogs.

Charlie

Charlie is a 2-year old yellow Lab mix we rescued from Red Bluff.

Very happy dog - tail always wagging
"Seriously AWESOME" says his fosters.
Seemed to be okay with cats at the shelter
Doing well with the dogs in his foster home
Knows "sit" and "shake"
No accidents so far in his foster home
Good for his bath
Goes into his crate without a fuss
Friendly meeting adults and little kids
Smart guy - learned to stop jumping after just a couple "no's"
He weighs 55 pounds.
VIDEO: Charlie's first day

Arthur

Arthur is a 6-month old mix we rescued from the Glenn County area. He looks to be a Yorkie mix or an Australian Terrier mix.

Super playful
Very loving
Total lap dog
Walks easily on leash
Learning sit well
Knows "sit" and "down"
Sleeps through the night without issue in his crate
He's a parvovirus survivor, which means he's one tough cookie! Let's hope his hardest days are behind him. VIDEO: Arthur gets a treat, Arthur plays fetch, Arthur plays

Joanie

Joanie is a 1-year old Shepherd mix we're rescuing from Stockton, who looks like a yellow Lab/Shepherd mix to us.

She's done well meeting new people and other dogs.

Dudley

Dudley is a 2-year old Pomeranian mix we rescued from Red Bluff/Tehama.

Very sweet
Gets along with the dogs at his foster mom's work
Great cuddler
Enjoyed his latest trip to the river with his foster - fun!
Very mellow - no barking or whining
Weighs 6.6 pounds
Doing well on leash
He seems to possibly have a birth defect that causes him to raise his front leg up. He doesn't let it slow him down and has enjoyed a river outing with his foster where he climbed over rocks, etc. A vet has said it doesn't cause him pain, but cannot be fixed.

Molly

Molly is a 7-8 month old pit mix we rescued from Avenal.

Very loving, sweet demeanor with everyone
Doing excellent with the kids in her foster home, and did well meeting kids at our recent adoption event
Moderate energy level
Does well in her crate
Doesn't pull on leash
No accidents in the home
Does well with other dogs (including the ones in her foster home)
Has done well meeting little kids (happy tail wags and gentle kisses)
LOVES people and would make a great family dog
35-40lbs
Not a jumper or a chewer
Done well with initial cat introductions, seems to just want to play. Will chase when the cat runs (not aggressively), but responds when corrected.

Kaleb

Kaleb is an approx. 1-year old yellow Lab mix we rescued from Los Banos. At only 25 pounds, we think he may be mixed with Corgi.

Very sweet - takes a little while to warm up
Had a great time on his first beach outing
House trained
Does great with other dogs big and small.
Pretty much ignores the cat in his foster home
Loves to ride in the car
Not a fan of his kennel, but will sleep through the night in his bed or yours
Affectionate

Walker

Walker is a 3-6 year old adult terrier mix we rescued from Fresno. He's a very mellow, easy going dog who gets along well with other pups. Loves to give kisses and loves to receive pets in return. Sweet HAPPY boy, who's tail is always wagging. Easy going and low maintenance - likes to lounge. Happy to greet his foster parents with kisses when they return home from work. Walks well on leash - no pulling but is a sniffer on walks. No accidents in the house. Loves all people he has met. Does well with all other dogs - gets along great with the resident dog. No food aggression . You can tug on his ears and tail. Will snuggle with you in bed if you let him. Sleeps in his dog bed at the foot of his fosters' bed throughout the night - not a fan of the crate. Doesn't need to be a lap dog - content just being close and will curl up on the floor or dog bed. Well behaved in the house. Rides well in the car. Learned how to use the dog door on his own - learned by following the resident dog

Bonnie

Bonnie is a 15-16lb, 8-month old mix who's very friendly, playful, and good with other dogs. The shelter labeled her a Border Collie mix, but we see possibly Boston Terrier/Corgi/even Dachshund with her long body. She's a wiggly, sweet girl. "Exceptionally well behaved" - her foster. Good and sweet with children. Great with other dogs (both big and small). Rarely barks. Working on house training (going on paper in the house - does #2 outside). Greets people with a belly up snuggle at their feet. She's smart and is learning "sit" and "lay down" commands, and we only really have to give her directions a couple of times for her to commit it to memory. Loves long walks. Gets lots of "how cute!" compliments on the street. Total love bug. VIDEO: Bonnie at the shelter

Gwen

Gwen is a 4-month old Border Collie mix we're rescuing from Glenn County. She's super cute and very sweet.

Xander

Xander is a 2-3 year old, 12lb Spaniel mix. Very happy dog - always smiling and wagging his tail. Very well adjusted. Loves the attention of people and very friendly with everyone. Wants to sit on your lap and get pets all day. Good on a leash. Has ignored the cat so far even though they slept in the same bedroom (Xander was crated and just gave some sniff when the cat walked up to the crate.) Has ignored cats outside, even when they ran. Sits still and is calm during a bath. No accidents in the house so far. Not much of a barker. Only barked once when he heard a rattling noise at the door. Can amuse himself with rope and sock toys. The perfect size to put in a carrier bag and commute with.
VIDEOS: Playing with toy, Happy dog, Belly rubs

Becca

Becca is a 5-month old, 18 pound hound mix we rescued from Delano. She's a very nice and friendly girl who loves to run and play. She's also good with other dogs. More photos and info to come! Her adoption fee is $325, which includes her spay and current vaccinations.

VIDEO: Becca at the shelter

Eve

Eve is a 2-year old, 35-40 lbs. American Foxhound we rescued from Delano.

Sweet and loving
No accidents so far in the house
Loves attention and being rubbed all over
Rides well in the car
Was good for her bath
Slept quietly through the night in her crate with the door open in her foster's bedroom
Loves going outside and going for walks - would enjoy a home that could give her those activities
Likes to hang out with you on the couch
Weighs about 35 pounds
She was good with other dogs at the shelter and was kenneled with a small dog.

Lambda

Lambda is a darling 1-year old German Shepherd mix pup we rescued from the small, rural Avenal shelter.

Friendly, sweet
Happy, affectionate
Loves to play with other dogs
Submissive to the little alpha dog in her temp. foster home
Easily correctable on leash
Loves affection and being near you
Doesn't show any food aggression
Responds to "off" (counters, jumping up to greet people)
Comes when called
Will bark at kitties

Cammie

Cammie is a 2-year old black Lab mix we're rescuing from Glenn County. She's very sweet and a total love bug. She's been good with cats so far and has been a bit afraid of them.

She's got great recall and shelter volunteers think she'd make a great family dog. She rolls over for belly rubs.

Larry

Larry is an 8-week old male Aussie/Spaniel mix puppy we rescued from Glenn County. He's a super sweet goofball!

Bo

Bo is an 8-week old male Aussie/Spaniel mix puppy we rescued from Glenn County. All puppy- he's either sound asleep or he's running around everywhere playing. I would definitely recommend he go into an active household, as he's energetic and can get bored somewhat easily. Very smart, likes a challenge. Loves all kinds of toys! Is SUCH a cuddler! Loves to nestle next to you and fall asleep. So sweet- will thank you for long play sessions with puppy kisses. Super handsome- everyone comments on his model face!
VIDEO: Bo playing

Moe

Moe is an 8-week old male Aussie/Spaniel mix puppy we rescued from Glenn County. We brought him to rescue along with his siblings, Curly, Bo, and Larry - of which he's the biggest, and seems to be the "leader of the pack" but minds himself well.

Curly

Curly is an 8-week old male Aussie/Spaniel mix puppy we rescued from Glenn County.

Harrison

Harrison is a 5-month old, 25-30lb hound pup who's very friendly and playful. He's super sweet and affectionate, loves to lean against you and be petted. Very calm. He's a "spa dog"- he just wants to take things slow and relax. Not a barker at all. Whines a little bit if he thinks you're leaving him alone. LOVES his crate- sleeps well throughout the night and likes to hang out in it during the day. Crate-trained. No accidents inside the house. Learning what toys are. Learning quickly how to walk on a leash. Playful puppy, but definitely low-energy. Super soft silky coat. Everyone on the street asks to pet him. Loves to check out every dog and person, just wants to make new friends. VIDEOS: Harrison I, Harrison II

Boomer

Boomer is a 4-month old terrier mix we're rescuing from Los Banos. He looks to be mixed with Pembroke Corgi. Very sweet. So far, calm, confident, but respectful. Has silly, energetic puppy moments (dials it down well). Good with other dogs, people (adults and children), and cats. Good for his bath. Has learned stairs. Walks pretty well on leash. Learning sit well. Great in the car. Responds well to correction . Soft, gentle mouth. Likes to play with toys. Good in his crate

Fiona

Fiona is a 3-month old Labrador/pit mix we rescued from McFarland. Energy level is medium. Loves to play, but is content to lay down and chew on her bone for hours on end. Great with other dogs and reads their personalities (fostered with a grumpy pup who she tailors her interaction towards) . Great in her crate, stays quiet all night (cries for a moment when left alone, but only briefly). Hasn't shown any separation anxiety. Knows come, is learning sit, and is learning to sit when she meets people- although she still gets excited and jumps now an then. Curious, but not aggressive towards the cats and the chickens. All around great puppy! Her only vice is that she "collects" things and piles them on her bed, such as shoes and clothes that were left within reach, and only occasionally chews on them. She has a very Labrador personality, without the attachment issues. VIDEO: Playing with friends

Angus

Angus is an 8-10 month old black Lab mix puppy we're rescuing from Stockton. He just goes into a puddle when you reach for him. He's a very submissive, big, sweet boy. He'll need some help learning to walk well on leash. He weighs about 60lbs.

Douglas

Douglas is a Jack Russell Terrier mix, under a year old, that we rescued from Fresno along with his brother Philip.

They both love people, playing, and do well with other dogs. More photos and info to come!

Baron

Baron is a handsome 1-year old German Shepherd mix we rescued from Avenal. Friendly with every dog & person he's met; even on leash. No accidents in the house so far (he does get regular trips outside).Gentle with the kids in his foster home. Fairly quiet. Playful, but settles down nicely. He's pretty mellow (especially for a young guy) once he's used to you. Wants to jump when he's excited but has listened well to corrections. Sleeps through the night in his crate in his foster's room. Loves people; follows his foster and lays down in the same room. Eager to please & is already learning sit and down. "He is just a love and is very sweet. With a little training, Baron is going to be a fun and loyal pal."

Jasper

Jasper is a 10-12 month old Bluetick Coonhound. He's a really sweet boy, was good for his bath, and is doing well playing with the dogs in his foster home.

Philip

Philip is a Jack Russell Terrier mix, under a year old, that we rescued from Fresno along with his brother Douglas.

Sweet little guy
Super submissive but friendly
Learning to walk on leash
So far no accidents inside or in his crate
Does well with other dogs
VIDEO: Philip arrives into rescue

Sarah

Sarah is a 1-2 year old terrier mix we rescued from Fresno. She looks like she might have Dachshund in her because of her long body and splayed front legs. Sweet, gentle demeanor. Gets along with other dogs. Has been good with the cat in her temporary foster home - tail wags when they go nose-to-nose, lets the cat hiss at her, doesn't chase when the cat moves/runs. Has been fine with the big male dog in her temp. foster home. Slept quietly through the night in her crate in temp. foster's bedroom. Likes to be near you. Likes to snuggle. Will join you on the couch for a cuddle if you let her. No accidents in the house so far. Doesn't pull on leashVIDEO: Sarah with cat

Jimmy

Jimmy is a 10-month old black Lab mix pup we rescued from Red Bluff.

Very sweet, loving
Doing well with 7-year old and toddler in his foster home
Loves to play fetch
Doing well with the cat in his foster home - interested but doesn't chase
Loved his bath
Super friendly, goofy, and fun-loving
First night in rescue slept outside his crate without any accidents
Wonderful with other dogs, big & small
After initial excitement of a walk, great on leash
Clumsy puppy with tons of personality
Currently he is about 70lbs.

Gibson

Gibson is a very sweet 1-year old curly haired mix we rescued from Stockton who looks like an Aussie with short legs (maybe a mini Australian shepherd/Spaniel-Chi/Pom mix).

Extremely tolerant of young wild children
Never shown any aggression toward people or any other animals
Sweet with everyone
Low energy/low maintenance
House trained
Totally disinterested in cats
Affectionate and wants to be a lap/companion dog
Very good in the car
Does fine in his crate at night (whimpers for less than a minute), but also fine to be left out in the house overnight
Very "handsy" (likes to rest his paws on people and jumps up) but never "mouthy"
He is not barky, but will talk to get attention and/or if something exciting is going on outside.
Fussy eater
"Really just the sweetest dog you could ever meet"

Liberty

Liberty is a 10-week old pit mix puppy we rescued from Glenn County along with her sister Glory.

Super sweet and adorable
Submissive with the other dogs in her foster home (even the 5lb Chi mix)
Good about using pee pads if not outside
Already starting to go to the door to let you know she needs out
Loves! toys
Doing well with the cats in her foster home - wants to play
Her whole body wiggles when she plays
More independent & outgoing than Glory

Chloe

Chloe is a gorgeous 1.5-year old, 58lb yellow Lab mix.

Very sweet
House trained
Good leash walker
Fan of car rides
Follows commands well
Has a decent energy level, but is also happy to lounge around and relax for long periods of time at home.
When off leash in the yard, she loves to zoom around and chase after tennis balls, but the whole fetch part is a work in progress.

Chloe has separation anxiety when her people are gone, so she'll need an adopter to help her work on this or go to a home where people or another dog are home most of the day. As part of this post-rescue adjustment period, she's been a little fearful of other dogs, but will come out from behind her foster's leg if they're mellow greeters.

Taku

Taku is an approx. 2-4-year old female Fox Terrier mix we rescued from the McFarland shelter.

Very sweet, snuggly dog
Gets along well with other dogs (big or small)
Does well with cats (tries to play with the one she's fostered with)
Lives with a 6-year old child and does well with her (sometimes jumps up to say "hi")
Doing well with potty training - no accidents for a week+
Takes food gently
Does well meeting new people (adults and children)
Likes to sleep on her foster's bed at night (if she's cold she'll try to scoot under the covers)
Rides well in the car
Excellent on her leash
Energy level is moderate, she can hang out but also loves to run and play
Commands - she knows "no" and "let's go for a walk" and "who wants a bone?"
Weighs about 25lbs VIDEOS: Taku plays, Taku

Millie

Millie is a 2-year old German Shepherd mix we rescued from Avenal at the last minute. Sadly, she would have been euthanized simply because there wasn't room for the big dogs.

She's a sweet girl who's done well in her on-leash dog test.

VIDEO: Millie's first day

Jessica

Jessica is a 1-year old brown & white pit mix we rescued from the McFarland shelter.

Great in her bath
Loves to be loved
Getting along with the little dogs in her foster home and the 7-year old child
Walks very well on leash
She's sweet, happy
Big underbite and a crooked lower jaw - just adds to her personality!
Gets along great with her foster's toddler. She really loves people of any age.
Crate trained
Lower to medium energy dog
Happy to lay around at your feet for most of the day
Rides well in the car
Does not chew or show any destructive behaviors.
After setting boundaries, will not chase the cat in her foster home (chasing at first was not aggressive)

Socks

Socks is a 1.5-year old terrier mix. She's about 30 pounds and great with other dogs (she's kenneled with two chihuahuas at the shelter).

She's great at the dog park, housetrained and settles in her crate when left on her own. She rarely barks.

She was an owner surrender because they were moving (and signed off to have her euthanized...we don't understand people). According to them she's house trained, knows sit, down, and a few other tricks. VIDEO: Playing with friends

Toby

Toby is a 3-month old yellow Lab mix puppy we rescued from Tehama County/Red Bluff along with his brother Trace. They're playful, sweet boys who are doing well with the dogs in their foster home.

Trace

Trace is a 3-month old yellow Lab mix puppy we rescued from Tehama County/Red Bluff along with his brother Toby. They're playful, sweet boys who are doing well with the dogs in their foster home.

Ernie

Ernie is a 5-month old Corgi/Cattle Dog mix we rescued from Glenn County.

Super sweet, happy
Playing great with the dogs in his foster home
Doesn't get pushed around by the big dogs, but isn't dominant or aggressive with them
Doing great on leash
Doing well riding in the car - getting more and more comfortable
Will go into his crate on his own during the day, but isn't thrilled about sleeping in it
Has done well on walks where other dogs were off leash, bicycles whizzing by, and did well meeting kids along the way
Very gentle
Can be a little shy at first but getting lots of socialization in his foster home and does better & better each time
Decided he wanted the company of a Great Pyranees at the shelter so they became kennel mates

Tessa

Tessa is a 1-2 year old Shepherd mix we rescued from Fresno. House trained. Loves the resident dog in her foster home (they can spend countless hours chasing and playing). Does great in big groups of dogs - plays gentle with the small dogs and runs with the big dogs. She can sleep in a crate or at the foot of your bed no problem. Not a beggar when you're eating dinner. Shows no food aggression. Rides great in the car. Loves to cuddle but isn't needy. Can be a little shy at first with new people but will warm up. Affection-motivated for training. Likes to play ball and bring it back. Still for baths. Pretty quiet pup - only barks a little. Tessa would do best in a home that has experience with herding breeds. She may need to be separated from strangers who are visiting her home for the first time.

VIDEOS: Tessa chases the hose, Tessa and squeaky toy, Tessa plays at the beach, Tessa, Tessa at adoption event, Sweet Tessa, Tessa plays, Tessa plays II

Dakota

Dakota is a 3-year old Aussie mix we rescued from Glenn County. He was found wandering is a school field. He doesn't have to wander anymore!

Lady

Lady is a 1-2 year old 40lb mix we rescued from Selma. Her paperwork lists her as Boxer mix.

Walks very well on leash
House trained
Loves kids and adults - all people
Does well with other dogs
No food aggression
You can tug on her ears, tails, etc.
Will snuggle with you in bed if you let her
Very trainable

A trainer saw how good of a dog she is and spared her from death - couldn't stand the idea of such an adoptable dog being put down because of lack of space.

Lukey

Lukey is an approx. 2-year old 23lb Corgi/Shepherd mix we rescued from Selma (Corgi boxy, Shepherd head).

"One cool dog"
Very friendly
Walks great on leash
Shelter volunteers think he would make a great family dog
Does well with other dogs

Ollie

Ollie is a 1-year old, 45lb Beagle/Border Collie mix we rescued from Red Bluff/Tehama. Confident, outgoing guy, Loves everyone he meets, No accidents in the house so far, Hasn't been a barker, Very playful, Good with the 10 & 15-year old children in his foster home, Knows sit and is responding well to stay. At meal time, he's quickly learning to sit and stay until he's told to eat from his bowl. Likes to jump up, but with training it should be easy to correct. Has tried to chase a cat when it was running away, but didn’t chase when it was stationary

Wesley

Wesley is a 6-year old, 31lb Cocker Spaniel we rescued from the Glenn County/Red Bluff area. He's been great with all dogs and cats, and is very sweet and easy going.

His owner passed away, and that's how he found himself in the shelter. More photos and info to come.

Piper

Love bug meets gazelle...Piper is a sweet 1-year old 42 pound German Shepherd/Hound mix we rescued from Shasta County. House trained. Well behaved in the house. Loves children and does well with them (lived with an 18-month old and was very gentle around her, great around foster's friends young children). Loves people and other dogs. Loves car rides. Does great at the dog park. Wonderfully soulful eyes. Knows her basic commands. Shepherd coat in texture and color, but the big floppy ears of a hound. Loves meat & cheese - will leave your other food alone :-) Isn't bothered by loud noises (like workmen around the house, etc.). Sleeps quietly in her crate through the night. If there isn't another dog for her to play with in the home, she'd like a morning playtime and an afternoon one as well. Piper's frame is very thin and lean, and she would be a great candidate for agility training. In fact, this athletic girl can easily scale a six foot fence, which she often did in a previous home where she was left in the yard for the entire workday. Piper can also be overly anxious when meeting new dogs while on leash and has a tendency to bark. But once she gets to meet new doggie friends, all she wants to do is play with them. Because Piper loves people and other dogs, she would love a home where she is not left alone for the entire workday without a canine companion. VIDEOS: Piper hanging out, Cuddly Piper, Piper in the backyard, Piper relaxing, More Piper in the yard, Piper sniffing about

Amber

Looking for a small dog that's game for anything? Amber is a friendly, snuggly approx. 6-month old Chihuahua mix (maybe mixed with Terrier?) we rescued from Porterville. Sweet, playful, submissive. Loves walking and hiking – adventuresome on trails (has gone on up to 10 miles). Grateful happy little girl–all wiggle butts and tail wags when she sees you. Loves to play with her toys--can amuse herself for hours. Very gentle taking treats. Well on her way to being potty trained – orienting to a new house. Playful, but not hyper. Rides well in the car. She's doing well with commands and on leash. Big loving brown eyes, gorgeous amber coat, silky ears and white paws. Submissive with the big male dog in her foster home. Will likely do well with cats. Plays well on her own. Enjoys playing and cuddling with the resident dog in her foster home. Mellow in the house and is content to go to her toy bin or just curl up & snooze.. Ready for a nap after a morning walk or playtime

Indie

Indie is a 3-year old, 8lb "Chug" we rescued from Avenal. What's a Chug? It's a Pug mixed with a Chihuahua. Super cute! Mellow, laid back. Does well with the 7-year old boys in her foster home. House trained. Loves belly rubs. Does well at bath time. Sleeps through the night in her crate. Loves to snuggle but isn't needy. Initially afraid of the cats in her foster home, but now will chase them (not aggressively). Beautiful brindle coat. Her adoption fee is $250, which includes her spay and current vaccinations. VIDEO: Indie

Charlie

Charlie is a young Shepherd mix we rescued from Chowchilla. He's a darling guy who's been good with other dogs and did fine meeting non-moving cats on leash (wagged his tail).

This handsome boy can't wait for a home of his own! More photos and info to come.

VIDEO: Sally, Charlie, & Max at the shelter

Juni

This 1-2 year old mix is coming back from the island of St. Croix with one of our dedicated volunteers who was on vacation and couldn't bear for him to remain a homeless dog on the beach. Easy-going guy. "Sweetest dog ever" according to foster mom. Mellow. Fantastic big ears. Likes to be near you for affection. Quiet - never barks. Done well with other dogs at the dog park. Loves to meet new people and other dogs. Walks great on leash. Rides well in the car. Treat motivated. Knows to sit for his food. Loves playing with his dog toys after breakfast or dinner, is otherwise calm. House trained. Very little shedding. Not protective of his food with you. Accepting of being picked up, having his feet touched, having a sweater put on him. This will be quite the adoption story for whomever gets to take home this handsome guy. They've been great around other dogs, too.

Barney

Barney is a Schnauzer mix we rescued from Modesto. The shelter labeled him 1.5 year old, but we think he's closer to 3-4 years. Very affectionate. Fine with dogs, but really loves people. Fine in his crate; some squeaking but pretty quiet after a few minutes. Not hyper at all; very calm; will walk quietly over to you for some pets. Walks great on a leash, no pulling. 20lbs, 15 inches tall. VIDEO: Barney, Barney gets excited for dinner

Scout

Scout is an approx. 1-year old Queensland Heeler mix we rescued from Fresno. Very sweet and gentle nature. Gets along with kids. House trained. Okay being left alone - not destructive. Has shown a lot of patience with hyper puppies in her face. Knows "sit" and "come". Great on leash. Seems to like fetch. Treat motivated. Beautiful, soft coat. Total love bug, lots of kisses if you let her. Not shy, naturally curious. Will try to chase squirrels. Scout is up for adoption again because of her adopter's housing situation - no fault of her own. Scout seems to get along with medium and large dogs but does not do so well with small dogs. She can also be leash reactive when meeting certain dogs so she would do best in a suburban environment.

Dottie

Dottie is a 9-month old terrier mix. She's got the cutest underbite ever, giving her a slight Brussels Griffon look. Rides well in the car. Rests quietly on the passenger seat. Likes to cuddle and give kisses if you let her. Very sweet girl. Not too hyper but gets excited (in a good way) when you return home. Seemed a little uncertain about the leash at first, but she quickly picked it up and now enjoys going for walks. Has done well with kids, strangers, and other dogs. Not very interested in toys. Has the most adorable little underbite. Coming along with house training well. Did well left alone in house uncrated (slept comfortably on the couch). Doesn't seem to shed very much. Comes when called. Sleeps quietly through the night. Likes to sit on your lap. She was rescued at the last minute by a shelter volunteer who had her for three weeks while she finds a rescue. She cahsed the cats in this home a few times, but was put in her place

Zen

Zen is a 4-5 month old Lab mix we're rescuing from Stockton. He's a very sweet dog, dog friendly, and weighs about 20 pounds.

Doogie

Doogie is an adorable 2-year old Basset Hound mix we rescued from Stockton. Very affectionate but not overly licky. He just likes to be around you and sitting next to you. Mellow disposition. Likes everyone he meets. Would make a terrible watchdog - hasn't barked once at a stranger or a strange noise :-) Likes to keep a trotting pace on walks, but is content to laze around the house as well. Sleeps quietly in his crate at night. Likes to put his paw on you when he wants a belly rub or attention. Belly rubs are his favorite thing. Hasn't had an interest in toys but just started chasing and catching a ball a little. He hasn't learned fetch yet.When he runs to catch a bone, he pricks his ears up and does a little bound to catch it. very cute. Has been left alone for a few hours in the house without getting destructive. Very excited to see you when you get back. Doesn't seem to have a prey drive for kitties or small animals. Just wants to say hello to the cats that he sees with a sniff. Although short, he's very sturdy. He's very much a hound without any yowling. Just a great nose and interested in sniffing. He's between 20-30lbs VIDEOS: Doogie plays with a ball

Sally

Sally is a young Beagle/Hound/Queensland Heeler mix we rescued from Chowchilla. She's a sweet girl who's been good with other dogs and wasn't interested in a cat held in front of her face.

Max

Max is a young Shepherd mix we rescued from Chowchilla. He's been good with other dogs (although a little timid at first). He's been introduced to cats with a shelter volunteer holding them - he wasn't overly interested and just gave a few sniffs then moved on.

More photos and info to come! His adoption fee is $300, which includes his neuter and current vaccinations.

Mabel

Mabel is a 1-year old Hound/Lab mix we rescued from Avenal at the last minute. Sadly, she would have been euthanized simply because there wasn't room for the big dogs.

She's a darling girl who's done well around other dogs (enjoys their company) and is friendly with people.

Daphne

Daphne is an approximately 1-year old gorgeous Catahoula mix we rescued from Modesto (she looks to be mixed with Shepherd). Very sweet. Plays well with the dog in her temporary foster home. Loves to lay at your feet or snuggle with you on a couch or bed. Doesn't pull at all on leash - sticks very close to you. No accidents in the house. Does well in her crate (just goes to sleep). Eager to please. Moderate energy level . Let's you take food and toys away . Quiet girl (will bark once or twice at people at the door at night, after the resident dog starts barking). Seems very smart - knows sit, learned "down" quickly. Responds to the "uh uh" noise for "no". Curious and attentive. Loves to be near you. Rides well in the car. Weighs 45 pounds. VIDEOS: Daphne, Second day of rescue (excited to play!)

Bozley

Bozley is an 1-year old terrier mix we're rescuing from Glenn County. Super friendly and outgoing. Does great with resident dog in his foster home. Easily learns new commands. Loving and grateful to be out of the pound. Friendly with every person and dog he's met. Was good with the cat at his temp foster home. Loves attention & affection. Likes to follow his foster mom around. Crate trained and so far only one accident inside - mostly house trained.
He weighs 8 lbs and would be a great dog for most families.
VIDEOS: Bozley plays, Bozley hanging out, Bozley

Maya

Maya is a very sweet and pretty 1-year old Lab mix. She's about 35 pounds (needs to gain some weight), has a lovely shiny coat. Very sweet. Loves other dogs. Loves young kids. Good with cats (loves them!)
Maya is currently unsure of herself and hasn't been so sure about grown men. She's in a new foster home that's helping her build her confidence and she's been doing much better.

Camden

Camden is a 4-month old, 20lb Border Collie mix puppy we rescued from Glenn County. Cuddly pup who loves belly rubs. Smart - within 4 days he already learned simple commands like Go, Sit, Jump and Come, so he’s highly trainable. Learned to stop nipping when playing with his human friends. Has gotten along with kids great. He’s curious, playful but not aggressive. He is an eager learner who’s always ready for action and new things. Still working on potty training, but he is fine with his crate

Iggy

Iggy is an adorable 1-year old Lab mix we rescued from Merced. Friendly with people. Good with the kids in his foster home. Enjoys fetch. Good in his crate at night. LOVES green grass (will roll around and dance in it). Loves the beach - playing in the sand and with other dogs. Happy Lab personality, happy to be around people. Like a lot of young pups, will benefit from obedience training (less puppy mouthiness, jumping up - but he was also just rescued, so exuberance is understandably high!). Weighs 51lbs, could stand to gain 5-10lb.
VIDEOS: Iggy at the beach, Iggy at the beach II, Iggy's first day

Gabby

Gabby is a 6-month old, 40lb Shepherd mix puppy we rescued from Glenn County. Happy little girl. No accidents inside so far. Really playful, a little clumsy. Does well with the kids in her foster home. Doing pretty good on leash. Loves her toys. Loves playing with the dogs in her foster home (will get mouthy with them - thinks she's in charge of the pack). A bit on the shy side, and it's taking some time for her to be herself. Sleeps through the night in her crate without issue. Not a big fan of her crate during the day, but will settle in if she has to. A bit of a talker (random funny noises and occasional barks). Learning "sit" and "off". Will tackle couch cushions like it's a game

Wrigley

Well, hello cutie! Wrigley is a 2-3 year old, 47lb Aussie/Border Collie mix we're rescuing from Glenn County. Very sweet. Affectionate, cuddly. Will love every person that comes up to him. Pretty much house trained - goes to the door when he needs out (only had one accident his first night). Loves going on walks or going to the dog park. Generally good with other dogs and ends up herding the little ones and they follow him around the park. Walking on the leash, he will get excited and bark at other dogs trying to play, but doesn't bark when off leash. Seems to know sit, down, and outside, but would benefit (like most dogs) from basic obedience training. Energetic, but not hyper. His foster thinks he'd like a fenced yard or another dog in the home. Has done well around kids (stands still for pets or shows his belly for rubs, will lay down and watch them play even if they're running and screaming). Sleeps in his crate at night

Joey

Joey is a 10-month old Border Collie/Corgi mix we're rescuing from Stockton (but his shelter paperwork just lists him as a terrier). Great with other dogs. Good with cats sniffing and rubbing him. Shy at first, but craves cuddles and we think he'll come around quickly. Great soft coat. Soulful adorable eyes. VIDEO: Joey

Carter

Carter is a 9-month old Lab/Golden Retriever mix we rescued from Glenn County along with his brother Cooper. Great, very sweet puppy. Very mellow. Shy around other dogs, but with socialization we think he will do great. Has gone to dog parks & dinner at Half Moon Bay Brewery for socialization. Loves people. Not a jumper. Does well in his crate. Coming out of his shell, slowly getting less jumpy at loud noises.
They were surrendered by their 80-year old owner who signed off to euthanize them because they were "too active for him." Truth is, they're pretty low key for their age and size, and would just appreciate daily walks to be happy.

Molly

Molly is a sweet, playful 1-year old pit mix who gets along with everyone. House trained. Has had a number of training classes. Knows sit, stay, come, shake, leave it, watch it, roll over. Crate trained. Loves playing with other dogs and does well with cats (although she sometimes tries to play with them when they don't want to play with her). Very friendly with people and kids, but can be a bit shy around strangers. Can get carsick easily. Goofy and playful. Extremely sweet. Very happy all the time, and will have her tongue licking and tail wagging. She was adopted out by Copper's Dream when she was a puppy, but due to life changes, her adopter wants to find her a home that can spend more time with her. Here's her Facebook page with videos and pictures.

Billy

Billy is an approximately 5-year old Walker Hound we're rescuing from Shasta County. Does well at the dog park (even let a little Maltese climb on him a little bit...). Takes treats well. Rides well in the car. Puts his head in your lap for pets. Only one accident on the first day, then fine since then. When excited he jumps around, but not on you. Knows "sit". Still pulls a little on leash. Pretty good house manners (has pulled things off a table a few times to investigate). Will bark at neighborhood noise or if he hears other dogs barking. Seems use to a crate and will go in there on his own. Would enjoy a home that could give him time at the dog park, playing in the yard, nice walks, hikes or runs. Billy was once branded by his former owners with their initials, so he has "BS" marking on his flank. He doesn't let that experience define him though.

Charlie

Charlie is a 5-month old "Chiweenie" - Dachshund/Chihuahua mix who weights about 5 pounds right now. Adorable, love bug. Sleeps quietly through the night. Gets along great with dogs and cats. Very friendly and loving with people he meets. Does well in crate. Loves to nap in your lap. Doing really well on house-training (almost there!). Learning "heel" on the leash. Comes when called. Likes giving puppy kisses

Pongo

Pongo is a 1-year old Boxer mix rescued by one of our volunteers from a rural Idaho shelter. You can read about his amazing story here. Sweet and a little submissive. House trained. Affectionate. Playful. Very trainable and teachable. Good with kids, dogs and people. Weighs about 50lbs

VIDEO: Pongo's journey

Becca

Becca is a 1-year old, 12lb Doxie mix we rescued from Avenal, a small shelter outside of Fresno. She's a sweet girl who can't wait for a home of her own.

Cooper

This shelter photo doesn't do him justice! Cooper is a 9-month old Lab/Golden Retriever mix we rescued from Glenn County along with his brother Carter.

He's a friendly, outgoing, beautiful dog, and good with other pups. They were surrendered by their 80-year old owner who signed off to euthanize them because they were "too active for him." Truth is, they're pretty low key for their age and size, and would just appreciate daily walks to be happy.

Hank

Hank is an 8-month old Pointer mix pup we rescued from the small McFarland shelter along with his kennel mate and buddy Andy. Very easy going. Friendly. Has done well meeting a cat in his foster home - sniffs and tail wags. Enjoys attention from people. We think he'd make a great first dog. Sleeps fine in his crate. Very quiet dog so far. Doing well with the other dog in his temporary foster home. Needs basic obedience training. Has long body and isn't very tall (maybe he's mixed with Basset Hound?). VIDEO: Hank being sweet with another dog,Tolerant Hank, Hank gives kisses

River

River is a 1-year old Border Collie mix we rescued from Avenal, a small shelter outside of Fresno.

Super sweet & loving
Doing well with the alpha pup in her foster home
Did great at the dog park
Very gentle
Loves people
Foster thinks she'd make a good family dog
Very smart - learning leash, sit and stay
Working on house training
Sleeps in her crate without a peep
Moderate energy level (enjoying short walk in the morning and 25 minutes at the dog park in the evening)

Bonnie

Bonnie is a 2-year old, 25lb terrier mix (shelter volunteers thought she looked Beagle/Bulldog and we can see that, too). We rescued her from Avenal, a small shelter outside of Fresno. House trained. Rides well in the car. Loves walks, needs to work on not pulling. Does well around people, including kids. Can be nervous at a dog park with lots of pups. Overall very quiet, not a barker. Leaves cats alone for the most part, only a minor interest in chasing them

She's been kenneled with other dogs, sharing food & water bowls and has done fine.

Choco

Choco is a 1-2 yr. Chocolate Lab mix we rescued from Delano. We also see pit and maybe even Chow in her. More on Choco: House trained. Has good house manners. Does well on leash. Rich dark chocolate coat. Goofy, playful, wiggle but. Loves to cool off her paws in the kiddie pool in the yard. Enjoys her walks. Sleeps quietly in her crate. Knows "sit" and responds to "no". Came to rescue unsure of herself, but she's really come out of her shell . When people visit her foster home she's eager to greet them and say hello. 48lbs. Friendly with people she meets on walks (may be shy if they're tall and big). Hardly ever barks. Likes her next-door-neighbor doggy friends. Learns quickly and eager to please
She came into the shelter after being found on the streets looking for food. VIDEO: Treat for Choco

Batgirl

Batgirl is a 4-month old 20 lbs. Husky-Shepherd puppy we rescued from Delano. Batgirl's ears always are sticking up...Not straight up or even in the same direction, but always up.

She is a very nice, friendly girl who's good with other dogs. VIDEO: Batgirl at the shelter

Henry

Henry is 2-3 year old Shitzu we rescued from Glenn County. This boy is very sweet and friendly, but has been a bit scared in the shelter. He is simply adorable and will look even more so with a bath and a trim!

Shelter volunteers think he would make a great apartment/lap dog or a family dog. He is about 9 to 10 lbs.

Brady

Brady is a 3-4 year old, 35-40lb Aussie mix we're rescuing from Stockton. Here's what shelter volunteers say about him: Super nice boy. Well-mannered, obedient. When he comes to the kennel door, immediately sits down. Gets along with other dogs, even nose-to-nose. Beautiful blue eyes. Has done fine with all the people he's met, even children; Great fluffy coat

Sully

Sully is a male 2-year old Border Collie mix we rescued from Modesto. He's 35lbs, loves to be loved, and is very friendly. Sully is very outgoing, and is happy to say hi to every person he meets. He might need to lose a couple pounds (probably from lack of activity sitting in a shelter kennel).

Pharoah

Pharaoh is a 1-year old chocolate Hound mix we rescued from the McFarland shelter. He's about 20-30lbs and shelter volunteers say he's a good dog through and through.

Blackie

Blackie is an adorable 9-10 week old Border Collie mix puppy we're rescuing from Glenn County. She's a social, curious pup who's got the cutest markings.

Andy

Andy is a 5-6 month old pit mix puppy we rescued from the small McFarland shelter along with his kennel mate and buddy Hank. They get along great with each, other dogs, and never bark at the other dogs.

He's about 25-30 lbs of sweet, friendly cuteness.

Nick

Nick is a 7-year old Shepherd/Rottweiler mix we're rescuing from Chowchilla.

He wiggles his entire body when he sees you. He's done wonderful on leash when meeting new dogs. When a dog growled and barked at him, he just backed away.

He's also done well with initial cat tests at the shelter - went nose to nose and was fine.

VIDEOS: Nick at the shelter, Shelter cat test

Todo

Todo is a 2-3 year old Maltese/Havanese looking mix we rescued from Merced.

Lacey

Lacey is an 8-week old Lab/Hound mix puppy we rescued from the Shasta area along with her 3 sisters - Lady, Libby, Lexi. Her mom is a Lab/Cocker Spaniel and her dad is a Lab/Hound.

Libby

Libby is an 8-week old Lab/Hound mix puppy we rescued from the Shasta area along with her 3 sisters - Lady, Lexi, Lacey.

She's getting along with the dog and cats in her foster home. Libby has been understanding of "no", slept through her first night in her crate, and is coming along with house training.

Buddy

Buddy is a 1-year old mix pup-- probably a Corgi/Cocker mix (maybe Papillon, too) rescued from the streets of Richmond. His foster mom says, "He is REALLY sweet." Very playful. Loves to try and play with any dog he meets. Has done great with the much larger dominant female in his temp. foster home. Affection motivated, easy to train. Gets along great with all other dogs and with children. Super affectionate. Good in the bath
VIDEOS: Buddy plays, Buddy plays II, Buddy,Buddy II

Bernie

Bernie's an 3-4 month old Border Collie/Corgi mix (maybe Aussie/Corgi?) who's very gentle, tolerate, and dog friendly. He's also got a fabulously soft coat.

Olivia

Olivia is a 4-year old Cairin terrier mix we rescued from Tracy. She's super sweet and weighs about 10lbs. Loves to snuggle and be near you. Very curious about new places and loves exploring. Does well left alone in her foster home uncrated. Does well uncrated at night. Rarely barks in her foster home. Gets excited when she sees her leash and she loves going out for walks. Enjoys playing with toys and balls. Likes going on car rides . House trained. Very food motivated and will do well in training class. Good with new people and other dogs. Seems to be fine with kids as long as they are gentle with her (isn't mean to others kids but just shies away from anyone too aggressive)

VIDEOS: Olivia, Olivia I, Olivia II

Rinny

Rinny is a sweetheart 5-7month old Shepherd mix we rescued from the McFarland shelter. He's about 45 lbs. Rinny is an active, fun & happy youngster. He likes people & is good with other dogs.

Dixie

Dixie, a 1-year old sweet female Boxer mix we're rescuing from the Glenn County area. She's a friendly girl, who's even let little kids dress her up at the shelter. She was found as a stray, living in an area known as a dumping ground for dogs. At the shelter she's been a quiet observer as people and dogs go past her kennel. She's been grateful for any pets or food that have come her way.

This hard life is about to change for Dixie! She tested well with cats at the shelter, so she could do fine with them in a home setting.

Alice

Alice is a 1.5-year old, 30-40lb Boxer mix we rescued from Sacramento along with her sister Rose. Super affectionate. Loves to cuddle (would be a lap dog if you let her). Loves to nap on the grass in the sun, play fetch, and run through the sprinklers. Bonds strongly with her person. Good with other dogs. Sleeps through the night in her crate if you're close by. Responds well to praise and loves treats, so that's good for training. Walks well on leash. Currently fearful of new men. Calm in the house (although excited when you first come home). Motivated by praise and affection rather than tasty treats

Bodhi

Bodhi is a 5-month old mix puppy we rescued from Red Bluff. He looks to be Malinois or Shepherd mix.

Bodhi's foster mom describes him as a real sweetheart. In just three days, Bodhi learned sit, down, "leave it" (for the cat's toys!), and is starting to learn to heel on the leash, fetch toy, and drop toy. What a good boy.

Reba

Reba is a 1-year old cutie-pie red terrier mix we rescued from Avenal, a small shelter outside of Fresno.

Very sweet
Smart, treat motivated
Full of happy doggy tail wags
Does well with other dogs
Loves her crate
Responds well to verbal corrections
Has gone on long hikes with big 70lbs+ dogs and done great

Kanga

Kanga (as in Kangaroo) is a 9-month old, 15lb Whippet/Basenji mix we're rescuing from Glenn County. She's great with other dogs and has a fabulously expressive face. She loves to be held and smiles so sweetly with her big bat ears standing up, and her head cocked to the side.

Rusty

Rusty is a 1-year old, 10lb mix we rescued from Avenal, a small shelter outside of Fresno. The shelter labeled him a Chi mix, and he looks like there might be some terrier as well. Gets along great with the dog in his temp. foster home. Very loving. Mellow inside. Submissive to dogs and people. Crate trained. House trained. Looks like he has a perpetual smile. Gets along great with dogs big & small. Doesn't show any food or toy aggression. A little unsure of car rides, but will just curl up in a ball for the ride. Likes to lie around with you and snuggle. Plays fetch well. Greets you with an all-body wag (not just the tail!)

Rose

Rose is an adorable 1.5-year old, 30-40lb Boxer mix we rescued from Sacramento along with her sister Alice. People friendly. Good with other dogs. Playful. Very affectionate. Loves to cuddle up next to you. Motivated by praise rather than treats. Rose and Alice were surrendered by their owner because they felt they had "too many dogs." Apparently Rose and Alice's mother died during their birth and they lived the beginning of their life in the backyard with a garbage can as shelter (yes, the owners wrote this on their paperwork). Rose and Alice deserve a break!

Jagger

Jagger is a wonderful approx. 1-year old Doberman/Cattle Dog mix. House trained. Very loving. Good with other dogs. Will chase the cat in his foster home when his foster mom isn't looking. Eager to please. Knows "sit". Very food motivated. Loves tough toys he can chew on. Sleeps through the night without a crate. He's already 37 pounds, so is going to be a medium sized guy.

Leo

Leo is a 4 month old, 20+ lb Hound mix (the shelter labeled an Australian Shepherd mix) we rescued from Delano.

Friendly
Loves to be near you
Playful with the dog in his foster home
Got along with all of the other dogs at the shelter
Working on house training (no accidents now at night in his crate)
Clumsy puppy (very cute to watch)

VIDEO: Leo at the shelter

Lady

Lady is an 8-week old Lab/Hound mix puppy we rescued from the Shasta area along with her 3 sisters, Libby, Lacey, Lexi. Her mom is a Lab/Cocker Spaniel and her dad is a Lab/Hound.

Chaney

Chaney is 1-2 year old, 28lb mix who came from the island of St. Croix with one of our dedicated volunteers who was on vacation and couldn't bear for her to remain a homeless dog on the beach.

Super sweet!
House trained
Loves to go on long walks
Good off leash at the dog park
Good with the cat she lives with
Good with other dogs
Does well riding in the car and going on errands with you
Walks well on a leash
Knows sit, down, stay
Sleeps through the night on her bed, will wait until you get up in the morning to out
Not fussy about her food, treat motivated
Very quiet and easy to handle (very agreeable about putting on a coat, at the vet, getting a bath)
Likes toys, and meeting new people.
Chaney was adopted out a few months ago, but has developed separation anxiety in her new home. Due to family circumstances, her adopters think it's best for Chaney to find a home that has the time and capacity to work on her separation anxiety.
VIDEOS: Chaney gets belly rubs, Excited to see her friend

Gus

Gus is a 1-2 year old, 16lb terrier mix we rescued from Downey. Someone fell in love with his shelter picture, found a foster for him in the Bay Area, and arranged his transport to us - this guy had some guardian angels to make the 360+ mile trip to safety in the Bay Area. "Gus is sooooo sweet". Very affectionate. Loves other dogs and plays very well with them. Well mannered and rarely barks. The 12-year old Boxer mix in his foster home loves him. They're fed at the same time without a problem. Could benefit from some obedience training, and he's working on "sit" and "come"
VIDEO: Gus

PJ

PJ is an 10-week old terrier/Aussie mix puppy we rescued from Delano along with 5 siblings and mom, Allie.

He's an active, curious, playful, smart, and an explorer. He learned "sit", loves to be outside in the fresh air, and gets very excited for his leash. He can be cautious with new people and dogs outside on walks, so like all young puppies will need continued socialization.

Lexi

Lexi is an 8-week old Lab/Hound mix puppy we rescued from the Shasta area along with her 3 sisters - Libby, Lacey, Lady. Her mom is a Lab/Cocker Spaniel and her dad is a Lab/Hound. A local shelter volunteer successfully got the mom spayed by offering to pay for it - thank goodness!

Bubby

Bubby is a darling 2-year old Lab/Aussie mix (who looks part Rottweiler) who we rescued from the Glenn County area. Happy boy. House trained. Grew up being left loose in the house and did fine. Does great walking in the hub bub of downtown. Slept quietly through the night in his crate. Loves people and other dogs. Did well in his cat test (let cats rub up on him, just looked to the volunteer for direction on what to do next). Has lived with cats and chickens. Has done well around kids. Loves to run - playful but not hyper. Did well on TV as pet of the week in his area. About 50 pounds

Sebastian

Sebastian is an adorable 2-4 month old male terrier puppy. About 5 pounds (or less). Affectionate. Playful. Loves people and other dogs. Follows you around wherever you go. "Astonishingly well behaved for such a young puppy". He'd be a really "easy" dog for a first time dog owner. VIDEO: Sebastian

Diego

Diego is an 9-week old terrier/Aussie mix puppy we rescueda from Delano along with his 5 siblings and mom, Allie.

Lego

Lego is an 9-week old terrier/Aussie mix puppy we rescued from Delano along with 5 siblings and mom, Allie.

Kelly

Kelly is a super cute male 4-month old, 29lb Aussie/Lab mix we're rescuing from Shasta County.

Happy, friendly, loving
Quick to learn, eager to please
Friendly & confident with people and other dogs
Incredibly sweet
Knows "sit"
Doing well with house training
Found as a stray by a family that had him for few days while they looked for his owners: did well with their kids, cat, and other dog
"Truly wonderful boy"

Lulu

Lulu is a cute 10-12 mo. old Lab/Shepherd mix we rescued from Avenal, a small shelter outside of Fresno. She looks like she might have some Cattle Dog and possibly Basenji in there, too...Very sweet nature. Great with kids: Has been around kids 5 years and older and has done really well with them (plays fetch, lets them take the ball out of her mouth, is very gentle, gives kisses, and is overall very sweet). House trained. Knows sit, stay, wait, down. Lots of puppy energy. Loves to play with people and dogs. Total love bug, would sit in your lap if she could. Friendly and submissive to people. Affection motivated. Very soft coat. Has shown a lot of patience with a very playful young dog. Sleeps in her crate overnight with only occasional complaints. VIDEOS: Lulu does tricks, Lulu

Lizzie

Lizzie is a 4-year old Llahsa Apso mix we rescued from Glenn County. Great dog for a family with young kids. Plays extremely well and is very patient with the kids. Social and loves being with the family. Doesn't really bark. Needs a short 10 min evening walk. Needs a little more training to walk on leash as can get distracted by other dogs/ cats. Appears to be housetrained. Sleeps well in her doggy bed or crate. Travels well in her crate."Overall, just a perfect family dog!" When Lizzie arrived at the shelter her hair was so long and matted that she couldn't see...sad, she laid in the corner of her kennel with her head down in defeat. Shelter volunteers found a sponsor to groom her and now she's got a whole new outlook on life - literally and figuratively!

Phoenix

Phoenix is a 4-month old Shepherd mix pup we rescued from Glenn County. Phoenix was found literally running from the flames of a big fire, and was luckily found by a fireman who handed him off to someone evacuating the fire area (who in turn brought him to the shelter). Happy, bouncy, lovey puppy. Doing well with other dogs (even if they're staring at him while he's gnawing on a bone). Settles down in his crate with toys, kong, etc.
VIDEO: Phoenix

Ryan

Ryan is an adorable 4-year old terrier mix we're rescuing from Merced. At ease with new people. Has done well with children (even jumpy kids). Quiet, Gentle, Affectionate. Pretty good on leash. Very calm with other dogs, no matter their disposition. Doesn't retaliate when the resident dog growls at him or steals his food. Not bothered by loud noises. Moderate energy level. House trained. Has free reign of the house at night and is fine

VIDEO: Short clip of Ryan

Rudy

Rudy is a 1-year old tan and black terrier mix we rescued from Glenn County. Happy, social butterfly. Plays well with kids age 5 & 10 in his foster home. Would make a good office dog (has gone with his foster to work). Likes to follow the kids around the house. Walks well on a leash wearing a harness. Submissive to people and dogs, but remains friendly. No signs of fear or aggression. Tolerates the 6-month old Border Collie's playfulness in his foster home. Shows no fear or aggression towards him. Learning "sit". Sleeps quietly in crate. No accidents in crate. Not a barker. Should go to a no-kitty home.

Freckles

Freckles a 2-3 year terrier mix, who might be mixed with a little Basset Hound...we're not sure. Whatever she is, she's super cute! House trained. Plays gently with other dogs. Calm and likes to lounge around (when she's not playing with the dogs in her foster home). Does great in the car. Loves to cuddle. Playful. Does great in her crate. Getting along great with the dogs in her foster home. Has a great smile. VIDEO: Freckles

Tabitha

Tabitha is an 8-10 mo. old Fox Terrier mix we rescued from Tracy. Super affectionate. Loves all the people she's met, including kiddos. Gets along great with the dogs in her foster home. Has felt comfortable in her foster home from day one. Super cuddlebug. Good on leash. Only one accident on her first day - seems house trained. Sleeps well in her crate at night, but not as much of a fan during the day (does okay). Will chase after balls, but hasn't figured out bringing it back. VIDEO: Tabitha

Eve

Eve is a 3.5 month old Lab mix we rescued from Delano. Her fosters describe her as a wonderful pup who's doing well in their home. Loves the little children (ages 2 and 4) in her foster home and is very gentle and tolerant with them. Does very well in her crate. Calm for her age, most active in the morning. Rides well in the car. Popular at the dog park. Sleeps through the night in her crate. Almost never barks. Working on house training. Kenneled with the other puppies at the shelter and gets along with everyone. Was interested in the cats in her foster home, then got swatted, so she left them alone...now seems to see it as a game, so could possibly do well with an alpha kitty, but shier cats might feel overwhelmed. VIDEO: Eve at the shelter

Serena

Serena is a 6-month old Shepherd mix puppy we rescued from Glenn County. She's named after Serena Williams, the Olympic gold medalist in tennis because we think she'll make for a champion best friend for some adopter!

Super sweet
Doing well with the kids in her foster home (especially the 4-year old)
Liks to play with other dogs
Attention motivated, not treat motivated right now
A bit timid with new things and loud construction noises right now (but find with kids playing noisily)
Doesn't have any accidents in her crate

Randy

Randy is a super cute 5-month old, 34lb Border Collie/Lab mix we rescued from Shasta County.

Happy, friendly, loving
Fun-loving Lab personality
"Truly wonderful boy"

Janet

Janet is an 9-week old terrier/Aussie mix puppy we rescued from Delano along with her 5 siblings and mom, Allie.

Hank

Hank is a handsome 7-month old mix puppy we rescued from Avenal. He looks to be maybe Pointer mixed with a Spaniel.

No potty accidents so far
Loves to cuddle
Knows "sit" (also does "shake" but without you saying the word)
Wants to play with the cats in his foster home but doesn't chase them
Mellow in the house
Medium energy for a puppy
Submissive with dominant dogs
Good leash manners
Sleeps through the night in his crate
Does well with other pups
Not sure about skateboards, but other loud noises don't seem to bother him
A little cautious right now meeting new people, but he warms up quickly.

Bear

Bear is an 9-week old terrier/Aussie mix puppy we're rescuing from Delano along with his 5 siblings and mom, Allie.

Mindy

Mindy is a 1-year old Shepherd mix we rescued from Delano. She looks like she might have some Catahoula in her, too, with that gorgeous coat.

Sweet, fun girl
Minds very well
Very friendly & runs right up to everyone, hoping to be petted
Very good with other dogs, even under crowded conditions
Shares her food & toys
Loves to walk or run
Pretty good on a leash.
VIDEO: Mindy

Lovey

Lovey is a 3-month old Border Collie mix we rescued from Avenal, a small shelter of Fresno.

Sweet, sweet puppy
Loves meeting new people
Gets along with both dogs in the house who are much bigger than she is
Wants to play with the dogs, but respects that the older dog does not want to play and she leaves her alone
Not aggressive towards the resident cats, a curious sniff and hasn't been interested since....even when meeting at the water dish
Loves to play
Loves to give kisses and snuggles
Not a fan of her crate, but quieted down after a few short minutes

Zoey

Zoey is a 1-year old, 45-50 lbs. Lab/Terrier mix we rescued from Delano. Shelter volunteers describe her as a great girl who does well with other dogs (even when yummy treats are involved).

Remy

Remy is a young Shepherd/Cattle Dog mix we rescued from Porterville. Click here for more pics and video of Remy.

Sweet, wiggly, submissive
Mellow for his baths
Not protective of his food
Likes to play ball and fetch
Loves affection, belly rubs, and head scratches
Will go into his crate on his own for a nap and does well in it
Strong guy who would do well to have a gentle leader on walks while he learns to walk better on leash
Weighs about 55-60lbs (and could stand to lose a couple :-)).
Has gently sniffed a kitty through his crate and didn't have a reaction - potential for being good with cats
VIDEOS: Sweet Remy, Remy relaxes, Remy,Remy plays fetch, Remy II

Meg

Meg is a 4 month old 20lb Hound mix we rescued from Delano (the shelter labeled her a Australian Shepherd mix).

Very cute
Really friendly
Gets along very well with the other dogs
VIDEO: Meg at the shelter

Edgar

Edgar is a 2-year old, 85lb Anatolian Shepherd mix we rescued from Merced. Super mellow. Very patient with grooming. Good with all dogs--big and small. Sleeps through the night uncrated on a dog bed. Walks well on a loose leash. Well behaved in the house as long as you keep food out of reach. Not leash reactive. Saw a moving cat on a walk, went to the end of the leash, but stopped. No lunging or barking. Rarely barks. Not a fan of his crate. He's not a licker or a clingy ("velcro") dog. House training is coming along well - no accidents in the house yet.
He's a regal, gentle boy who likes to catch treats in the air.

Bentley

Bentley is an approx. 3-year old Beagle we rescued from Fresno. He's about 33 pounds of cuteness. Gets along well with other dogs. Mellow gentleman inside, playful outside. LOVES fetch - and he's very good at it! Loves to burrow into blankets for a nap. Walks great on leash. Smart guy who knows commands for sit, stay, down, jump, and shake. Can catch treats and tennis balls in the air. Will go into his crate on his own. Loves to cuddle under the blankets with you. Does great meeting new people and other dogs. Has been left alone without incessant barking or whining (per his foster's neighbors). "A joy to have around". 99% house trained. VIDEO: Bentley

Domino

Domino is an 9-week old terrier/Aussie mix puppy we rescued from Delano along with his 5 siblings and mom, Allie.

Halo

Halo is a 2 year old, 40 lb cutie Cattle Dog mix. She came into rescue with two newborn puppies, who have been adopted out -- now it's her turn!

Bonds very nicely with her human
House trained
Uses the doggie door
Has done well in the house with dogs and a cat
Has also done well around a chicken!

Princess

Princess is a 1-2-year old black Lab mix we're rescuing from Glenn County. Really sweet. Friendly with people, loves being around them. Does great with other dogs (big & small). Rides well in the car. Gentle taking treats. Knows "sit" and "down". Walks well on gentle leader. Loves to give kisses if you let her. Would be a lap dog if you let her. House trained. Smart, eager to please, treat motivated. Loves to lay next to your feet. Could possibly do okay with a cat that tolerates doggy-chase play. Princess' family was moving so they surrendered her to the shelter and signed off on paperwork for her to be put down. We can't begin to understand some people, but we're glad to bring Princess to safety and help her with a much deserved second chance.

Ranger

Ranger is a 3-4 year old Shepherd/Husky mix we're rescuing from Shasta County. Calm, loving, easy-going...a joy to be around. House trained. Good with all the dogs and people he's met so far. Responds well to correction. Loves to be outside. Gentle giant. Doesn't mind being handled and tugged on in the least. Takes treats gently. Doesn't beg or snatch your food. With the cats at the shelter, he totally wanted to avoid them. Has met neighborhood cats through the screen door and is all sniffs and tail wags. VIDEOS: Ranger in rescue, Ranger at the shelter

Dillon

This blurry shelter photo doesn't do Dillon justice! He's a handsome boy in person, with wonderfully floppy ears, soulful eyes, and a Lab-by smile. Dillon is a 1-2 year old, 44lb, Lab/Border Collie mix we're rescuing from Shasta County. He's a nice boy who gets along with other dogs. He was tested with cats at the shelter and was a bit afraid of them/avoided them. When a kitten was brought to his face he was curious but left it alone. VIDEOS: Dillon at the shelter I, Dillon at the shelter II

Ollie

Ollie is sweetheart of a boy. He's an approximately 2-year old Border Collie mix we're rescuing from Selma.

Sweet, happy guy
Shelter volunteers say "perfect dog for someone who does not like the puppy stage.
Walks great on leash.
Found wandering around in the night by a good Samaritan...his owner never reclaimed. VIDEO: Ollie's first day in rescue

Jazzy

Jazzy is 1-2 year old Shepherd/Lab mix we rescued from Delano. House trained. Really sweet and loving. Very well behaved in the home. Has done really well with children at our adoption events. Very friendly with new people and other dogs, submissive. Very affectionate and loves hugs. Sleeps quietly through the night uncrated. Quiet in his crate. Loves walks. Knows "sit". Rides well in the car. He doesn't have any favorite toys yet, but loves playing with his people!. Exercise-wise for the day he enjoys 20-30 minutes of jogging alongside his foster while he bikes.
When he's afraid of other dogs he may bark at them, but is otherwise a quiet guy. VIDEOS: Jazzy at adoption event, Jazzy sits

Jasmine

Jasmine is a young terrier mix, labeled as Rat Terrier by the shelter, puppy we rescued from Modesto (looks to be about 6-8 months old). Extremely sweet and has a huge heart. Very eager to please. Equally happy romping in the back yard or snoozing on your lap. Loves her walks and doesn't pull on a leash. Crate trained - goes in willingly. Does well in a car. Timid when meeting strangers but warms up fairly quickly. Very smart and quick to learn basic commands, household rules and doggy etiquette. Does very well with other dogs & cats. Well on her way to being fully house trained. Has typical playful puppy bursts, especially in the morning. Walks politely on leash

Randy

Randy is a 8-9 month old 15-16 lb. Wire Fox Terrier mix we rescued from Delano.

Very sweet boy
Comes right to people
Very easy going
Good with other dogs

Trixie

Trixie is a 1-2 year old tri-color Shepherd/Queensland mix we rescued from Fresno. Gets along wonderfully with dogs both big and small. LOVES the 12-year old girl in her foster home (wiggles all over when she comes around and meets her friends). Super sweet. Will entertain herself with a squeaky toy. Crate trained. Calm in the house. Needs to gain 5 pounds. Needs a no-kitty home
VIDEO: Trixie

Missy

Missy is a 6-month old Lab mix puppy we're rescuing from Glenn County. She's named after Missy Franklin, the Olympic gold medalist in swimming because we think she'll make for a champion best friend for some adopter!

Calvin

Calvin is a 10-month old Australian Cattle Dog mix we rescued from Tracy. Happy guy who likes to be where you are. House trained. Sweet guy. Happy to meet new people. Has done well with other dogs. Understands "no". No food or treat aggression. Not a barker. Sleeps through the night uncrated fine. Not a fan of his crate, but once in will sleep through the night. Likes to be petted, but not demanding. So far mixed interactions with cats (can be in a room with them for hours and ignore them, will sometimes want to chase them, have had close sniffing and done nothing). Pretty mellow guy. He's met two children (4 and 12 year old), and did great with them on a busy street, hugging him and grabbing him. His foster still thinks he'd do best in a home with older children or adults since he's still adjusting to life outside the shelter and does well in a more mellow environment. VIDEOS: Calvin with cat, Calvin takes a treat, Calvin watches TV his first night in rescue

Sissy

Sissy is an 8-9 month pit bull terrier mix we rescued from Shafter. She's got a really unique look with gorgeous amber eyes. She's all about personality, and has too much fun in life to care whether she'd make it as a cover girl. She's 37lbs of playful, affectionate, sweetness. More on Sissy: She’s a social butterfly and loves attention and being around people. Has done great with 4-year old twin kiddos she lived with. House trained and “bell trained” and will ring bells hung on door if needs to be let out. Gets along well with other dogs, including the resident pup in her foster home (respects that she's alpha over her). Loves to play with other dogs and will adjust her play based on their size whether they are little or big.. Knows "sit", “off”, “no”, “fix-it”, and almost has “down”. She knows “come” as well, but, you rarely need to use it as she always wants to be with you. Walks well on a leash using a no-pull harness. Likes to go on walks and hikes (does a 3 ¾ mile walk regularly). Has a lot of puppy energy, but, once she gets her walk or some play time, she settles right down. She will entertain herself with her toys too. Loves toys, especially squeaky ones Enjoys playing ball, and is coming around to returning it! Has playful clumsy puppy antics that keep you smiling. Rides perfectly in the car, usually just goes to sleep. Rides well in her crate, or loose, and absolutely loves to go for a car ride anywhere. Has gone camping and had a blast in wading in a stream, playing in mud, and hanging out by the fire (but be careful, she might wag her tail too close!). Crate trained, and, will go to her crate if you tell her. Likes to sit with you to watch TV or work on your computer. Does well getting a bath (and it only takes 5 minutes to bathe her!). Acts appropriately around people whether they are young or old. Has done well with children at the adoption events, and with older people when visiting her foster’s elderly parents. Very food motivated and will do anything for a treat. Not a big barker, but, knows how in appropriate situations. VIDEOS: Sissy plays with another dog, Sissy in tug-o-war, Sissy plays hockey, Sissy playing tug, Sissy playing in her foster home,Sissy playing at the shelter, More Sissy playing at the shelter

Sam

Sam is an approximately 1-year old blonde long hair terrier mix we rescued from Selma. Sweet & gentle. Sleeps through the night on his foster's bed. Does fine with the other dog in his foster home. A little skittish while adjusting to life outside the shelter. Gentle taking treats. Doesn't put up too much resistance to teeth brushing. Does well in his crate, but you need to coax him in

Stella

Stella is a really sweet, approx. 3-year old Shepherd mix we rescued from Porterville. She arrived in the Bay Area quite frightened of her new surroundings, but with the patient guidance of her foster family, she's already making progress. Stella would do best in a quiet home with an experienced dog owner willing to help her overcome her fear of all the strange new things she's encountering... buses, bikes, motorcycles, and skateboard. Stella has been great with other dogs, though she tends to act very reserved until she has had several days to get to know them. Learning sit, stay, and shake. Sleeps well through the night uncrated. Trustworthy inside the house when left alone for up to 3 hours. She weighs about 65lbs. VIDEOS: Stella, Stella I, Stella enjoys her treat

Lamont

Lamont is a gorgeous 3-year old Husky we rescued from Shasta County. "Lamont is a dream" . House trained. Cuddle bug (will fall asleep in your lap). Will lay at your feet while you're at the computer or watching TV. Knows "sit". Good with other dogs, has played well at the dog park and one-on-one with another dog that got toy possessive (he stood his ground but rekindled play when the other dog was corrected). Very calm and polite in the house. Quiet pup (no whining/barking). Sleeps through the night on his bed - lets his fosters sleep in. Friendly and polite towards new people (not jumping). Loves his toys (will run around the yard with one in his mouth, or take one to his bed to play with). Doing well on leash with leadership, adopters will need to help cement that. Has great athleticism and energy that shouldn't go to waste. Doesn't scratch at screen doors, even if he wants outside. Rides well in the car. Has been around kittens and was a bit afraid of them (could be good with cats, we don't know for sure). Foster home not adopting because they don't think he'd do well long-term with their bunnies.

Trixie

Finley

Finley is a handsome Shepherd mix we rescued from Fresno who is just about a year old, still very puppy like. Really sweet boy, loves all people. House trained. Walks well on leash. Would make a great running partner. Settles down nicely inside. Learning "sit" well. Goes into his crate with gentle leading (and is overall quiet while in there). Not a hyper guy, just gets a little excited at times (especially since life is so good now that he's out of the shelter!). After a good 20-30 min walk, he's content to lounge around the yard. Finley is a friendly, great guy who just needs to work on his social skills with other dog for the initial "meet & greet". He's a lanky, long fellow, probably 60-65lbs.

Cupcake

Cupcake is a little 12-week old mix puppy we rescued from Delano. She looks to be mostly Sharpei, but the shelter labeled her a pit mix. She's such a lovable little puppy! House trained. Looks like a furry little hippo with a wrinkled face and long body. Does great with all the other dogs in her foster home. Confident little pup with the big dogs. Loves people and likes to be with you for cuddles and kisses. Learned "sit" in minutes - smart! On a recent trip to the beach when in the middle of a bunch of 20 or so dogs, even a very large Mastiff, she is a confident girl who won't cower or be intimidated. Adorable!

Princess

Princess is a 1-2-year old black Lab mix we're rescuing from Glenn County. Really sweet. Friendly with people. Loves being around people. Does great with other dogs (big & small). Rides well in the car. Gentle taking treats. Knows "sit" and "down". Loves to give kisses if you let her. Would be a lap dog if you let her. Only had one accident in her foster home. Loves to lay next to your feet. Princess' family was moving so they surrendered her to the shelter and signed off on paperwork for her to be put down. We can't begin to understand some people, but we're glad to bring Princess to safety and help her with a much deserved second chance.

Belle

Belle is a 7-month old Lab mix we rescued from Glenn County along with her litter mate Hudson. Very sweet. Super affectionate. Pretty much ignores cats. Loves fetch. Good and friendly with kids. As a newly free puppy, she can get excited, so if there are babies or toddlers, an adopter might need to help Belle with some training around them (e.g., limit jumping). Great on leash. A tad shy and timid just out of the shelter. Good with other dogs.

Abby

Abby is a stunning 6-8 mo. old Lab mix, that we rescued from a small shelter called Avenal. She's been kenneled with other dogs, sharing food & water bowls and has done fine.

Ernie

Ernie is a 3-year old terrier mix we rescued from Glenn County. Very cute, sweet boy. Loves to cuddle. Gets along well with the dogs in his foster home. Shy at first, but with a happy voice he'll come to you. At the shelter, showed to be afraid of cats. Done well at the dog park, meeting lots of pups. Does fairly well on leash. His fosters say he has "the funniest little way about him". Not a fan of his crate so he's been sleeping in bed with his fosters

Margo

Margo is young Border Collie mix we rescued from Fresno, listed as 7-months old but she may be a little bit older. Greets everyone with a wagging tail. Very attentive to her people. Adorable & sweet. When you rub her face, she closes her eyes and almost falls asleep. Does well with other dogs, but she might prefer to be an only dog (so she doesn't have to share TLC). Met a neighborhood cat and did fine, even when the cat was hissy. Not a fan of her crate, but will tolerate it.

Petey

Petey is a 10-12-week old mix we rescued from Glenn County. This guy is a sweet and social, and adorable to boot. He's good with other dogs, big and small. He's listed as a Chi/Terrier mix and we see a Jack Russell or Rat Terrier mix, too.

Rosie

Rosie is 7-8-month old black Lab mix we rescued from Glenn County. She is a super friendly, outgoing, smart, and eager to please.

Rosie was surrendered by her owners when they lost their home and could only take their little dog with them. Her birthday is 12/23/11.

Cricket

Cricket is a mix, under a year old, we've rescued from Modesto. She might be a Whippet/Rat Terrier mix. House trained (lets you know when she needs out, too). She's very playful, and even when she's by herself will throw around toys and balls and go fetch them. Perfect size - not too big, not too small. Loves attention but isn't demanding of it. Does well on leash. Knows basic commands. Loves to run and play ball. Enjoys shredding paper she finds, so don't leave your mail on the floor while you teach her not to do this :-). Friendly girl with other dogs, but is working on her initial meet n' greet skills

Bobby

Bobby is a 5-6 year old Walker Hound we rescued from Tracy. Super sweet. Mellow. Submissive. Loves to romp around the garden. Does great with the small, very hyper terrier in his foster home. Has done well around kids. Has done well meeting new dogs. Completely ignores the cats (even though they've hissed and bat at him) in his foster home. Has a funny habit of putting himself to bed at 9pm...like he has a bedtime. Loves to romp around the garden. Probably was not let in the house much in the past, but is adjusting well (like learning stairs). Working on not pulling on leash. Weighs about 45-50lbs.

Tulip

Tulip is an adorable approx. 3-year old Dachshund mix we rescued from Fresno. Gets along well with other dogs, including the resident dog in her foster home. Very sweet. Mellow. Super, super cuddly. Loves to sit on your lap while you do practically anything. Knows sit and comes when you call her name. When left in the house she knows how to use the wee wee pad if necessary.

Nicole

Nicole is an approx. 10-month old, 40lb Australian Shepherd/Border Collie mix we're rescuing from Merced. Happy puppy. Loves people. Sweet and loving. Looking for a home where she can get regular exercise. Eager to please

Daisy

Daisy is an 8-week old Chihuahua mix puppy we're rescuing from Glenn County. Very sweet and outgoing. Does well in her crate. Loved playing with the kitty in her temp foster home out of the shelter. Does great out in public (small enough she just gets held for her foster mom's errands and she behaves perfectly). Teething puppy who will need lots of toys around to chew on. Like any young puppy, will benefit from training

Aspen

Aspen is a 12-week old Lab mix we rescued along with his 3 siblings from Glenn County. We see some Hound in there as well possibly. Playful. Gets along well with our dogs. Not super energetic like some puppies. Met the foster family cat and did well. Very laid-back and behaves well in any situation. Walks very well on leash. Loves belly rubs. Adorable wrinkly face. Big paws - may be a big boy when grown. Sweetheart who will stare adoringly at you.

Tahoe

Tahoe is a 12-week old Lab mix we rescued along with his 3 siblings from Glenn County. We see some Hound in there as well possibly. Super friendly. Loves to snuggle. Loves to play. Good with other dogs. Loves attention from people. Happy, bouncy puppy. Pretty quiet, doesn't bark often. Puppy clumsy. Puts himself to bed (will go into his crate on his own)

Jackson

Jackson is a 12-week old Lab mix we rescued along with his 3 siblings from Glenn County. We see some Hound in there as well possibly. More photos and info to come! Super friendly. Loves to snuggle. Good with other dogs. Loves to play. Loves attention from people. Pretty quiet, doesn't bark often. Outgoing, but can be a little reserved when approaching something new. Puppy clumsy. Puts himself to bed (will go into his crate on his own)

Yoshi

Yoshi is a 5-month old terrier mix puppy we're rescuing from Fresno. He looks like he could be part Yorkie. Good with other dogs - loves to play with them. His tail is always wagging. Loves everyone he meets. Does great with the kids in his foster home. Doing well with the cats in his foster home. Does nicely on leash. Loves to play fetch. Knows how to sit. Working on house training. Tested well with cats and kittens at the shelter. Not much of a barker.

Sundance

Sundance is a 12-week old Lab mix we rescued along with his 3 siblings from Glenn County. We see some Hound in there as well possibly.

Hudson

Hudson is a 7-month old Lab mix we're rescuing from Glenn County along with his litter mate Belle. He's very sweet, a tad shy, and good with other dogs.

Roscoe

Roscoe is a gorgeous 3-4 month old pit mix puppy we rescued from a small shelter called Avelan, outside of Fresno.

Roscoe is a typical, bouncy, happy puppy. He's very sweet, and was very patient with the poking and prodding of grooming right after being rescued.

He's been kenneled with other dogs, sharing food & water bowls and has done fine.

Mavis

Mavis is a 1-2 year old Collie mix we rescued from Modesto. Ridiculously cute. Total sweetheart. Does well with other dogs at doggy daycare. Sleeps well in crate through the night. Goes outside to potty. Always ready for a cuddle. Likes to be near you. Loves playing with other dogs. Loves meeting new people. Knows "sit" "shake" and "down". Does well in her bath. Treat-motivated, makes for a quick learner. Weighs 30lbs. Has done well around kids. Good dog for first time owners. Needs a no-kitty home. VIDEOS: Mavis shows her smarts, Mavis at adoption event, Mavis, Ace, Benson, Mavis playing, Quick shot of Mavis

Rascal

Rascal is a loyal, gentle, and obedient 1-2 year old terrier mix we rescued from Porterville. More on Rascal: Loves to cuddle, will give kisses if you let him. House trained. Trustworthy left alone in the house uncrated. Gets along with the resident dog. Friendly with other dogs he meets on walks. Very affectionate. Will nudge you with his nose when it's time for pets. Loves to hang out in your lap. Enjoys exploring and meeting new people on walks. Smart pup who learned "sit", "hand" and "down" within minutes and could repeat it hours later. Rides well in the car. Weighs 35-40lbs. VIDEOS: Rascal and friends, Rascal explores, Rascal catches a treat, Rascal and friends II

Corey

Corey is a 9-month old Chihuahua mix who is more like a terrier mix. 7 pounds of playful, happy puppy! Sturdy body despite his size. Outgoing and confident. Confident guy. Sleeps through the night, does pretty well in his crate. Enjoys snuggling in your lap. Gets along well with the dogs in his foster home. Great facial expressions, very animated. Loves playing with his toys. Knows "sit" and "come". Loves to play fetch. "The sweetest dog". Loving and affectionate. While he loves to run around and play, he's also happy to curl up next to you to relax
VIDEO: Corey playing

Ada

Ada is a 5-6 month old Lab/Border Collie mix puppy we're rescuing along with her brother Arrow from Glenn County. She's a great, sweet, happy, mellow, and kind-hearted pup. We're told she'd do fine in a home with cats. She also gets along with other dogs.

Brother

Brother is a 1-2 year old Border Collie mix we rescued from Fresno. He's very soft on leash and his sweetness will turn your heart into mush.

Maverick

Maverick is 4-month old black Lab mix puppy we're rescuing from Glenn County.This pup is so sweet and has such soulful eyes. He is very kind and gentle. Shelter volunteers think he will make a great addition for a family with kids. He gets along well with dogs and is a submissive personality.

Lucy

Lucy is a gorgeous 1.5-3 year old Hound mix we rescued from Fresno.

House trained (whines to let you know when she needs outside)
Affectionate and likes to cuddle
Gets along great with other dogs
Walks well on leash
Working on basic commands
Doesn't bark very often, will howl once in a while
Doesn't beg for food while you're eating
Happy to lay in the sun or nap in her bed

Sweetheart

Her name says it all! Sweetheart is a 7-8 month old Beagle/Terrier mix we rescued from Fresno who might have some Pug in her as well. Good with other dogs, Cuddly and loving, Playful (likes to fetch), Sleeps quietly in her crate through the night, Quiet girl - haven't heard her bark, even if another dog with her does, Has done well around cats on leash, not too interested in following them when they run away, Submissive, Takes treats gently. VIDEOS: Sweetheart's first day in rescue, Playing with hedgehog

Angel

Angel is a 7-month old yellow Lab/Shepherd mix we're rescuing from Glenn County. She's a sweet, happy, calm pup who does well with other dogs (and is a bit afraid of cats).

Scruffy

Scruffy is a 2-3 year old terrier mix we rescued from Porterville. Even though he's a shy little guy, Scruffy will become your best friend once he's bonded with you and likes to curl up in your lap or follow you around the house.

Since he's timid, he'd do best with a quiet adult home. He does warm up to people who gain his trust. He also has great manners while his foster family is eating at the table.

Scruffy is more comfortable with small dogs like him, or medium sized pups. He's easily intimidated by large dogs that he doesn't know so will give out a growl to let them know he won't be pushed around.

Cooper

Cooper is a 6-month old Lab mix pup we rescued from Glenn County.

Super sweet
Very eager to please
House trained
Responds well to training and correction
Loves being around people
Does well meeting new people
When meeting a 2 year old little girl, Cooper rolled over so she could give his belly a rub.
Sleeps through the night in the bed or on the floor without any issues.
Makes good eye contact.
He's where you would expect a puppy of 6 months to be with walking on leash and riding in cars. He settles into both but needs some training.
Has gotten along with kids of all ages, but as a young pup needs to be reminded not to jump or get mouthy while he's teething.

Lana

Lana is an approximately 6-month old pit mix puppy we're rescuing from Glenn County. We've tried to photoshop out the chain link fence so you can see her face better...Don't let this blurry shelter photo fool you - she's a stunner with gorgeous blue eyes.

Lola

Lola is a 10-week old Terrier/Poodle mix puppy we rescued from Glenn County. She's a sweet little pup who rode to safety from the shelter cozied up with a bigger puppy in her crate. She has been doing great in crate, sleeping thorugh the night. She loves playing with dogs of all sizes and has been doing well with the cat in her temporary foster home. She's spunky, fun and very outgoing for a dog her size, about 3-5lbs.
VIDEOS: Lola playing with a big dog

Greta

Greta is an 8-week old pit mix puppy we're rescuing from Glenn County.

Pretty Girl

Pretty Girl lives up to her name! She's a beautiful 3 year old Shepherd and possibly Aussie mix that's looking for a home with active adults and no other dogs--she's a people dog! More about Pretty Girl: House-trained, crate trained, and can be left alone during the workday without touching a thing. She really is the perfect dog, as long as you don't mind her independent spirit when it comes to her canine counterparts! Great size at about 40 pounds. Takes treats gently. Very smart. Doesn't jump up on you when excited. Non-destructive in the house. Sleeps quietly in her crate through the night, without you having to shut the crate door. Pretty Girl's interactions with other dogs have been a little rocky, which may be because she spent some time as a stray in her life. She'd do best in a home without other dogs and in a quiet neighborhood. Pretty Girl has lived happily with 5 cats before, but her foster did also notice she chased cats she didn't know outside in the yard. VIDEOS: Pretty Girl plays fetch, Pretty Girl plays ball, Pretty Girl playing ball some more

Maverick

Ryder

Ryder is an approximately 7-month old Akita/Border Collie mix we're rescuing from Shasta County. Ryder is a super smart and super special boy! He already knows the command for sit and sit quickly when you ask him to.

He's good with other dogs and did well on his cat test. Ryder is loving, sweet and really wants to please.

He is so happy and his tail is always wagging. Ryder will be a wonderful, fun and devoted friend and companion for some lucky person/family.

Arrow

Arrow is a 5-6 month old Lab/Border Collie mix puppy we're rescuing along with his sister Ada from Glenn County. Arrow is a sweet, happy, kind boy who's done great with cats (like his sister Ada). He also gets along with other dogs.

Shawna

Shawna is a darling 4 month old shepherd mix we rescued from Porterville. Sweet, spirited, full of life. Loves to meet new people and other dogs. Doing well with the dog in her foster home. If her forever home as animals, she would be happiest with fellow furry friends who want to play with her. Living with dog-savvy cats and wants to play with them (she'll back off when they hiss and swat at her). Does well in her crate through the night (just throw a treat in for her). 95% house trained. Treat-motivated and learning her basic commands. Good on leash. Loves playing with her toys. She's a teething, energetic puppy, so a home that can give her exercise and respond to her testing boundaries would be best. She weighs about 20lbs. VIDEOS: Shawna playing, Shawna drinking

Carson

Carson is a very sweet and loving 4-month old Shepherd mix puppy we rescued from Glenn County. Happy-go-lucky. Adventurous and bouncy. Loves all people and animals he meets. Food motivated. Loves belly rubs. Getting along with the dogs and cats in his foster home. Knows "sit". A generous kisser (even tried to land a few smooches on the cats in his foster home). Getting more comfortable in his crate. Doing well on house training. A bit clumsy as he grows into himself. Can be wary of loud noises, but getting more confident everyday. A teething puppy who enjoys chew toys and bones (learning to be less mouthy with people and other dogs). At the shelter, a little Chihuahua mix left his kennel and found his way into Carson's kennel and they became best friends! What a good boy.

Bertie

Bertie is a 9-10 week old, 7-8 lbs. Shepherd mix girl, may be Shar Pei in the mix, we rescued from Delano.

Very friendly
Good with other dogs
Doing well with the kids and cat in her foster home
Potty training going well
Spunky, happy puppy

Isobel

Isobel is a 4-5 month old mix puppy we rescued from Stockton. She's got a great personality, plays well with other dogs, and enjoys walks. She loves people and gets very excited when she sees you (hops around like a bunny). She's playful, not a picky eater, and as an energetic puppy would love a family that can give her plenty of exercise

She's a smart pup, and will do well with puppy training and continued socialization.

Astro

Astro is a 12-14 week old fawn pit mix puppy we rescued.

Cody

Cody is a darling 2-3 month old Australian Shepherd mix we rescued from Fresno.

Miles

Miles is a darling 7-8-month old mix pup we rescued from Sacramento. His fosters "can't say enough how sweet he is." Super loving and affectionate. Rides well in the car (took a 3 hour car trip with no trouble at all). Loves his walks and hikes. Loves other dogs and gets along with them very well (lives with a female pup in his foster home). A little shy of strangers, but getting better every day. Will crawl into your lap if you let him. Does well in his crate at night and during the day. Has learned sit. Has spurts of energy, but is mellow most of the time. Hasn't had an accident in the house in a while - on his way to fully house trained. Loves to chew, but is good about chewing things he's supposed to chew. Might be a water dog! His fosters took him swimming, and he jumped right in and did a lap. His fosters took him for a weekend trip and he did great - settled into the new surrounds without a hitch. We think he looks mostly like a Shepherd/Lab mix, but the shelter labeled him a fawn pit mix. He weighs about 52 pounds.

Dodger

Dodger is a cute and playful 3-year old mix, who looks to be part Chihuahua and terrier, we rescued from Los Banos. If you're a SF Giants baseball fan, have no fear, he's named after the Dickens character! More about Dodger: Affectionate lap snuggler. Happy and playful. No accidents in the house, doesn't get into things. Loves to roll around in the grass. Bounds like a gazelle when he runs after his toys. Loves his ears to be pet (belly rubs, too...really any attention). Great at bath time. Loves walks and does well on leash (he hops up and down when you bring out his leash). Could also be a jogging or hiking partner (keeps pace well and has good endurance for a little guy). Did well with the 70lb dog in his temp. foster home. Gentle mouth when taking treats. Responsive to "no" - eager to please. Not a fan of his crate, but doesn't mess in it and will eventually curl up to sleep. Afraid of the cat in his temp. foster home when she's still, wants to chase to play (not aggressively) when she runs. He doesn't know sit yet...instead he dances on his back legs like a circus dog when you say "sit" (funny guy!).

Albert

Albert is a 2-year old Basset Hound mix we're rescuing from Glenn County. He weighs about 45lbs.

Walks well on a leash.
Kid and dog friendly.
Hasn't barked at all.
Sleeps through the night in his crate.
Takes food gently.
Doesn't seem to know commands yet but trainable.
Likes to have pets.

Kolby

Kolby is an approximately 1-year old Border Collie/Lab mix we're rescuing from Shasta County. Shelter volunteers think Kolby is such an awesome boy.

He is very smart and really wants to be your best buddy. He's also good with other dog and did well on his cat test.

Kolby is happy and will bring lots of joy to some lucky family.

Rinny

Rinny is a 4-5-month old German Shepherd mix we rescued from Delano. Really sweet. Very cuddly. Loves being around people and gets along with everyone he meets (including kids). Knows sit, lay down, and come, working on stay. Loves other dogs. 90% house trained. Gets nervous around the foster family cat. Treat motivated. Loves car rides. Enjoys going on walks and hikes. Did great in his post-shelter bath. Does fine in his crate and will sometimes go in on his own. Does pretty well on leash. His foster family thinks he'd love to go to a home with another dog to play with during the day. A medium-energy pup who will settle down after he's gotten exercise. Still a puppy, he can jump up when excited so families with young kids would just need to work with him on this. VIDEO: Rinny

Delilah

Delilah is a 9-week old sweetheart pit mix puppy we rescued from Glen County. She did great with the kids in her temporary foster home outside the shelter - loved to be near them and play with them.

Loves laying in the sun on the grass.
Doesn't show any food aggression
She's in a teething puppy stage so chew toys are great!
Knows "sit" and "shake"

Noelle

Noelle is an approximately 1.5-year old Lab mix we rescued from Shasta County. Her foster says she's "AMAZING!". She's a terrific girl with a happy, fun, sweet Lab personality. More on Noelle: Does well with children: She loved the little toddler in her temp. foster home and was great with her- doesn't bat an eyelash when she throws a tantrum right in front of her. Has done well with a bunch of children in the home. Has been submissive with dominant dogs. Sleeps through the night uncrated on a dog bed in her foster's room. Weighs about 40-45lbs. Knows "sit" and is perfecting "down". Loves attention and treats - will be easy to train. Doing really well with house training (just a couple minor "adjusting to a new place" accidents). Would do well in a home with another dog(s). VIDEO: Noelle's first day in rescue

Benji

Benji is a 3-month old terrier mix we rescued from Glenn County. Sweet & cuddly. Does great with people of all ages, including the 2-year old in his foster home. Full of love, affection, and energy. Does great in his crate (will cry for a bit when you first put him in). Excellent leash walker. Gets along with other dogs (including the pit mix in his foster home). Loves to go on walks. Loves toys. Catching on quick with "sit" and "stay". Almost fully house trained (goes out every couple hours for potty with the other resident dog). Can play with big dogs despite his small size
He weighs 3-5lbs. VIDEOS: Precious Benji, Benji's first day

Oreo

Oreo is a 1-year old Lab mix we rescued from Selma. More on Oreo: Absolute sweetheart. No accidents so far in her foster home. Loves being petted (almost falls asleep standing up from it). Gets along with other dogs. LOVES meeting new people. She's likely been in homes before because she's very determined to get up on the couch :-). Not a real barker or a showering-with-kisses licker. Not a licker. Shows no food aggression. She was a little unsure of the whole out-of-the-shelter thing at first but she's settling in nicely in her foster home. She gets along great with everyone, and her paperwork says she's house trained. VIDEO: Oreo sleeping

Bryson

Bryson is a 6-8 month old Shepherd mix we rescued from Fresno. He's a really sweet, people-oriented, submissive boy. He's met the cat in his temp. foster home on-leash and isn't interested in her, even when she hisses at him.

He looks to you for cues and is very eager to please. Bryson just loves to be near you but doesn't come across as needy. He already knows "sit"!

He's got puppy playfulness but isn't hyper and has shown to be submissive with people and dogs. Bryson has an adorable lanky puppy body and a personality that makes you just want to cuddle with him on the couch every night! He also takes treats gently and shows no food or toy aggression.VIDEOS: Bryson, Bryson II

Brynne

Brynne is a sweet little 7 month old 20-25lb Pug/Terrier mix pup we rescued along with her brother Rynn. She's got extremely soft fur for the terrier in her! Recently the cat in her foster home taught her how to play a ball - how cute is that? She can be a little shy at first, but has been around children and other dogs and does well with them. She's doing great with the cat in her current foster home, very gentle, and her foster thinks she'd really blossom with another dog or dog-friendly cat to play with. She likes to follow her foster around but won't fuss if she can't see her. She also does fine in her crate. She has the most adorable little puggy under bite and curled tail that will make your heart melt. VIDEOS: Brynne plays, Happy Brynne

Ginger

Ginger is a darling adult Chow mix we rescued from Fresno. She's being an awesome house guest in her foster home -- she's quiet, does great with their hyper pups, and no accidents so far.

She likes squeaky toys and stuffed toys, and has a fun time playing fetch. While she doesn't love bath time, she's patient through it. She's shown to be a mellow girl with a great temperament. She weighs about 45lbs and could put on a few more.

Alex

Looking for a mellow, loving pup who is trustworthy in the house? Alex is a very affectionate Shepherd mix we rescued from Fresno, about 3 years old, who looks like he might have some Sharpei in him as well. He absolutely LOVES people, but is not at all jumpy or pushy. Any acknowledgement from a human sets his tail wagging. He slept quietly all night without a crate and leaves human "things" alone. He and his foster sister are absolutely fine together, even when she gets pushy with him. He wags his tail at her, but he is not interested in running and playing with her, despite her best efforts. He likes hanging out in the yard and will make someone who wants a loving and calm companion very happy. He's very submissive with people and weighs about 45lbs. He's not a fan of kitties, so a home without cats is best.

Aflie

Alfie is a 6-month old mix we're rescuing from Sacramento. We know he was first saved by the local fire department from a canal and now it's our turn to help out this cutie! He can be shy at first at the shelter while in the kennel, but he warms up quickly with treats and being outside in the fresh air. The shelter labeled him a Chihuahua mix, but we think he's a Pugle (Pug+Beagle) or Chuggle (Chi+Pug+Beagle). VIDEOS: Alfie at the shelter getting pets, Aflie at the shelter

Lori

Lori is a young, 35-40 lbs. Lab-Aussie mix we rescued from Delano. Lori is a friendly gal who gets along well with other dogs and rode up from the shelter just hanging out on the back seat of the car uncrated. More photos and info to come! VIDEO: Lori arrives from the shelter

Candace

Candace is an 8-9 month old we rescued from Delano, who the shelter labeled a Shepherd mix but we see more as a Cattle Dog mix. She's actually a much smaller dog that the photos make her look... about 25 to 30 pounds.

Candace loves children, even toddlers, and tries to seek them out to lick and play with. She is also very friendly and playful with other dogs and takes on a more submissive role around alpha dogs. Candace would make a great dog for a first time dog owner. She's smart and eager to please. She's already crate trained and sleeps quietly through the night. Candace is extremely fast and agile, so maybe there's some whippet in her lineage. She will make a wonderful family dog. VIDEOS: Candace at the shelter, Candace explores, Candace

Pinkerton

Pinkerton is a 2-3 year old gorgeous Malamute mix we rescued from Fresno. No accidents in the house - even when left uncrated overnight and up to 7 hours during the day (could hold it longer, temp. foster just gets home then). Loves pets and affection. Friendly with new people. Can be left alone in another room and won't be destructive or have separation anxiety. Enjoys being outside in the fresh air. Gets along with and is submissive to the also submissive male dog in his temp. foster home. Has done well with other dogs he's met. Very patient while getting brushed. Rides well in the car. Walks well on leash. About 50lbs and could put on a few. Quiet, not a barker. Good in his crate - will go into it on his own, but also loves dog beds. Has shown no food or toy aggression. Takes treats gently. Has a mellow demeanor. VIDEOS: Pinkerton, Pinkerton after a walk, Pinkerton loves love

Shepp

Shepp is a 2-year old Corgi/Shepherd mix we're rescuing from Selma. We're told he's house trained already! Also, he's a low energy guy according to shelter volunteers.

Ace

Ace is a 3-4-year old Border Collie mix we rescued from Fresno. He's about 30 pounds and loves people. He likes to follow his foster mom all over the house like a shadow, and lies down patiently next to her while she cooks or does the dishes. Outside though, Ace can be a very agile and playful dog, but isn't super high energy like some border collies. He's happy with a couple of decent walks or dog park visits. He doesn't need someone to run him or who is always on the go - he lays around sleeps most of the time. Ace knows "sit" and "down" and is very quiet in the house and on leash. He's also great in his crate while sleeping through the night. Ace could be a dog ambassador... he's gotten along with just about every dog he's met, including the most ornery canines! He enjoys making new dog friends and having playtime with them. He didn't love the cat in his first foster home, so it's just dogs for this sweet little guy. He would make a great dog for a first time dog owner. VIDEOS: Ace makes friends, Ace plays, Ace, Benson, Mavis playing

Sam

Sam is a 1-year old black Labrador mix we rescued from Glen County. He's a pretty easy going guy, with a happy Lab personality (perpetual wagging tail!). He's doing well in his crate and will go in when you ask him to. He is very people-oriented and loves attention. He's very excited to be out of the shelter so he needs a few days to feel more settled in the house (although will settle down when crated). He was surrendered by his owners when they lost his home, where he had been living with children under the age of 5. He does pretty well on leash and has a moderate energy level. Sam looks like he could be a pure bred.

Freckles

This shelter photo doesn't do Freckles justice! Freckles is a 7-10 month old Cattle Dog mix we rescued from Glen County. She's a sweet girl who can't wait to get out of the shelter and into a soft cozy dog bed!

She's clearly a Cattle Dog mix, but was mislabeled a pit mix at the shelter (this happens pretty often as these shelters are understaffed and not always paying attention to breeds).

Maddison

Maddison is a 5-month old pup we rescued from Shasta County that is listed as a lab mix. She probably also has some pit in her too. She has lots of love to give and is eager to please! She will be a very devoted friend and likes to sit next to you and snuggle. She is smart and is quickly learning the command for sit. She currently weighs about 32lbs.

Nellie

Nellie is a 4-month old black Labrador mix who is outgoing, friendly, and playful. Such a fun little package! She weighs about 20-25lbs right now. VIDEOS: Nellie plays, Nellie's first day

Dennis

Looking for a happy-go-lucky pup? Dennis is your boy. He's a super friendly, sweet 1-year old Terrier (possibly cattle dog, his foster thinks he's Basenji/Staffordshire Terrier) mix we rescued from Merced. More on Dennis: Total snuggler, would love to curl up with you for naps or bedtime (will sleep through the night on your bed). Gets along with the dog in his foster home. Loves water (when it's not for a bath) -has been to Tahoe where he learned how to swim!. Likes jumping in the air to catch water from the hose (check out his photo album). 35 pounds of fun. Loves to play ball. Would love an active life where he can join you on walks, hikes, etc. or get to play ball (which he loves). Rides great in the car (even for long trips). His foster says he's an "awesome dog". Not a runner - has snuck out the gate and just waits on the other side

Annie

Annie is a 2-3 month old Shepherd mix pup we're rescuing from Fresno. Her siblings all fell victim to parvovirus and she's the lone survivor. She's incredibly lucky and will be a grateful, loyal pup for someone special.

Sebastian

Sebastian is a 2-3 year old terrier mix we rescued from Glenn County. He's a darling little guy and gets along with other pups. He's a smart, entertaining guy who enjoys playing with dogs both big and small.

He already knows "sit" and "lay down" and can really captivate you with his cuteness.

He weighs 8lbs. VIDEOS: Sebastian plays, Sebastian gets a treat

Rose

Rose is a 4-month old Fox Terrier/Bassett Hound mix we're rescuing from Shasta County. She's an absolute sweetheart with a huge amount of love to give some lucky family.

She was pulled from the shelter by a volunteer before her spay appointment and she reports that Rose is a total joy. She was great in her bath, loves to play ball, and is happy to follow you around the yard while you garden. She sees a lot of dogs and says Rose will make a fabulous friend and family member to a lucky family. She also loves to snuggle and gives soft kisses. VIDEO: Rose fetching

Smokey

Smokey is a 2-3 month old black Labrador mix we rescued from Glen County. He's a cuddly little wiggle butt who can't wait to get out of the shelter and into a home of his own. More photos and info to come!

He weighs 13lbs.

Zara

Zara is a 7-9 month old blue brindle mix we're rescuing from San Francisco.
She's shy at first but after a few minutes will wiggle her way into your lap. She plays very well with other dogs and is not aggressive in any way -- sharing food bowls, kids pulling on her ears, little dogs sniffing her rear, etc.

She's just looking for a loving, safe home where she can feel the comfort of people who love her. She weighs about 35-40lbs

Starsky

Starsky is a happy, playful, and well socialized 5-month Shepherd mix puppy we rescued from Stockton along with his brother Hutch. Happy little guy, weighs around 32lbs. Has mastered "sit". Will go to his crate when you tell him to "go to his room". 99% potty trained. Doing really well on leash. Very loving with his people. Started out shy with people, now pretty much friendly with everyone he meets. He's a bit of a toy hog--his first day he took all the toys he could find and put them in his crate. Starsky's learning how to fetch and is happy to run after any toy that you throw. He lives with older children and really likes them.

Shorty

Shorty is a sweet, loving 1-2 year old Chihuahua mix we rescued from Porterville. More about Shorty: Very eager to please. House trained. Plays well with much larger dogs. Loves to hang out in your lap or next to you. Loves to snuggle and cuddle. Very social at the dog park and great with everyone. Unsure about new situations right now, but acclimates quickly. Gets along great with the resident dog in his foster home (will stand up for her if other dogs at the park are intimidating her) - very sweet!. "Pure Joy!" - always happy & loving. Accompanies his foster mom to work. Loves his walks and is well behaved on them. No food aggression eating next to his foster sister. Comes when called. Is good offleash – isn’t a wanderer, likes to explore but stays close by. Is good left at home during the day. Good on long car rides – curls up in the backseat. Loves toys – will chase soccer balls, tennis balls, etc. Good at tug-of-war. Has lived with kids as young as 6 and is very good playing with kids. Was very good being carried around by young kids at the adoption event. His favorite places to walk are out in nature or in suburban neighborhoods--he's not a huge fan of the hustle and bustle of San Francisco's busy streets.
VIDEOS: Shorty playing with another pup,More playing

Maddie

Maddie is a 1-year old Queensland Heeler mix we rescued from Fresno. She's 25lbs of sweetheart who loves to be by your side.

She'd love an active home and does well on & off leash. She could be your new running or hiking partner! On trails she stays close and isn't too interested in chasing wildlife. When other people and dogs approach, she is very calm and never barks.

Maddie was adopted by a loving family, but then they found out their young daughter was allergic, so Maddie is looking for a new home. She did really well with the 2-year old in her home. At times she gets excited and likes to jump, but she is improving with training. She is a very smart dog! Maggie does have the instinct to protect her home when strangers enter so we are recommending that she is crated or let into the yard when guests come over for the first time. She also did well in her cat test at the shelter.

Tyson

Tyson is a 6-7 year old Shepherd mix we rescued from Fresno. More on Tyson: Really sweet, loves attention. Doesn't jump up when excited. Well-behaved in the home - doesn't get on furniture and is good at learning the rules (just needs to be told once). Knows "sit". Loves going for walks on the beach and gets excited when he sees his leash (walks pretty well on leash, too). Rides great in the car, so it's easy to take him along on your errands or to the park. Above all, Tyson loves to be loved. He will bury his face in your lap or chest so you can hug on his neck.. Has done well around other dogs, but would prefer to be the only dog in a home. When he does bark, it's a very quiet sound
Upon arriving from the shelter he was very patient, appreciative, and well mannered for his bath (video below). He currently weighs 88lbs and needs to put on 10 or so pounds we think. VIDEOS: Tyson plays fetch, Tyson gets a bath

Jess

Jess is an approximately 1-2-year old Corgi mix we're rescuing from Porterville. She's a happy, outgoing, fluffball. This pup is bright, friendly and inquisitive. The only time she slows down is to snuggled, sneak kisses, or flop over for a belly rub. Her foster can take food and toys from her. She likes the boys in her temp. foster home and just needs to learn to not jump up when excited. She is not a barker and slept quietly in her crate for the night. She's also had no accidents in the house. She needs some training, but she's a sweet natured gal. She's got that adorable long squat body of a Corgi, and a darling expressive face.

Curly

Curly had a little shave for the summer, so don't mind her short coat! Curly is a young adult adorable miniature Poodle mix we rescued from Fresno (along with brother Moe). More about Curly: Happy, goofy, sweet girl who seems to get along with everyone. Adores the young kids in her foster home (and they adore her!). Doesn't seem to shed at all (must be the Poodle in her). Quiet girl - her foster hasn't heard her bark. Knows "sit". Does great in her crate. Friendly with new people and dogs. Has a goofy side: saw her reflection in the oven door in the kitchen and went into play stance. VIDEO: Curly

Parker

Parker is a Shepherd/Terrier mix puppy we rescued from Glenn County. We're thinking maybe Jack Russell with his pointy snout and perky ears. His paperwork says he's 7-months old, but our vets have said he's about 4-5 months old.

He is a spunky, happy little guy who loves playing with other dogs. He is a little guy only about 10-15lbs, but deifnitely with a big dog personality.

He's still a little untrusting of people so it takes him some time to warm up, although he will follow you just about everywhere but is never in the way. He has been sleeping quietly through the night in his crate and has been coming along well with his potty training.

Maple

Maple is a super sweet Rough Collie mix we rescued from Fresno (who looks more like an Aussie with a little blue merle). He is around 40-45 lbs, walks well on a leash, and gets along well with other dogs.

Benson

Benson is a very handsome, approx. 1-year old Beagle mix we rescued from Modesto. He's a really friendly guy with people and dogs, and is doing well with the dogs and small child in his temporary foster home. We think he could make a great dog for first time owners. He weighs about 30lbs.

VIDEOS: Ace, Benson, Mavis playing, Benson

Keely

Keely is a 1-2 year old Collie mix we rescued from Modesto. She's a really pretty girl, about 45lbs, and very sweet. So far she's had no reaction to the cat in her temporary foster home. She could stand to put on a couple pounds - and will only get prettier! VIDEO: Keely

Moe

Moe is a young adult adorable scruffy terrier mix we rescued from Fresno (along with sister Curly), labeled as a miniature Poodle at the shelter.

He is getting along great with the resident dogs in his foster home and is a total snuggler. He will run over for some attention when you call him. Moe is totally adorable and a personable little fellow. VIDEO: Moe playing, Moe

Izzy

Izzy is a little girl with a big heart! She's a darling 1-2 year old terrier mix we rescued from Fresno. She looks like she may be part Yorkie, too, given her small size. Izzy is settling in nicely at her foster home. She does well with the crate and understands "no." She's working on house training and walking on a leash (she's a little timid outside on leash right now). She is super affectionate, does well with the resident dog.

Tilly

Tilly is a friendly and snuggly 4-5 month old brindle mix puppy we rescued from Sacramento. More about Tilly: Sweet, playful, submissive. Loves to roll around in the grass, play with other dogs, and chase after toys. A floppy puppy when she plays. Very gentle taking treats. Goes to the door when she needs out for potty. Not food obsessed - will snack on her kibble (she will leave a bag of treats alone on the coffee table if you tell her to). Playful, but not hyper - after a long night's sleep she'll play for 30 min. and then curl up in her bed with toys.. Rides well in the car. She's doing well with sit and on leash. Gorgeous coat, silky ears. Submissive with the male dog in her temp. foster home. Met the resident cat on leash - was all wiggle butts and tail wags.
She really wants to play and cuddle with the dog in her temp. foster home, so she'd make a great companion for another dog who wants the same. She's pretty mellow in the house, and is content to go to her toy bin or just curl up and snooze. After a morning walk or playtime she's ready for a nap. The shelter labeled her as a pit/Lab mix, but with her long, lanky body and narrow face, we think she's more like a Boxer/Pointer something cute-mix. Often shelters default to "pit" if they see a brindle coat...check out the many breeds of brindle and see all the different types of dogs that have brindle coats! VIDEOS: Tilly plays fetch, Tilly playing with dog in the grass, Tilly, Tilly playing with her toy, Tilly in the yard

Spirit

Life is just as good on 3 legs! Spirit came to the shelter with a limping front leg...the shelter wasn't going to fix it, and her time was running out...So, Animal Friends Rescue Project and Copper's Dream teamed up to save her life, even if we couldn't save her limb. Spirit underwent amputation surgery and is expected to live a happy, fun-filled life even with just two legs in the back, and one in the front. At just 10-months old, she's got some great days ahead of her! LOVES head, ear, and belly rubs. Will rest her head on your knee and close her eyes as you pet her. Loves to sniff greens on walks or when outside - grass, clover, daisies, she loves them all. Totally fine with you touching or picking up her paws (grooming bonus!). Lets you put shirts on her to keep her injury site covered. Very food motivated - learned sit for kibble alone. Loves chew toys and bully sticks. Well behaved in the house (no counter surfing). Will settle in her crate and nap. Sleeps through the night without a peep in her crate, and is not anxious to get out in the morning. No accidents in the house, willing to go to designated potty patch to go potty on a regular schedule. Would do best in a non-kitty home. Loves attention but is not demanding. Keen on learning, a people pleaser.VIDEOS: Spirit on a walk, Spirit takes a break on her walk, Spirit explores

Guinness

Guinness is a 2-3 year old terrier mix we rescued from Stockton. He is very happy and loving with a smile on his face. He's about 25-35lbs, loves toys, and is starting to pick up fetch. He'll let you take his toys away but also enjoys a game of tug.

He's got puppy-like exuberance right of the shelter, and is picking up "sit quickly. He's riding in the car pretty well, too. He is enjoying playing with the resident dog in his foster home, but is also happy to walk away and do something else.

At the shelter he did well with his kennel mate and got along with other dogs.

Baloo

Baloo is a 1-2 year old handsome Shepherd mix we rescued from Fresno. Don't let his serious expression fool you, he's shown to be an easy-going and friendly guy at the shelter - doing well with other large male dogs, a small female, and even the resident shelter cat.

When a male kennel worker ran up to him, playfully grabbing his face and petting him all over, he was totally fine, and in fact, didn't want the lovin' to stop.

Yoda

Yoda is a happy young male English Bulldog mix, about 1-2 years old, who we rescued from Fresno. He's got an unforgettable face (awesome overbite mug), rides well in the car, and is very loving and friendly. He gives kisses and would love to climb in your lap for some affection. He stood still for his bath, seems food motivated. He likes to toss a stick in the front yard but content to snooze at your feet.He gets along great with people and most other dogs. Occasionally Yoda has met a dog and growled a little bit... just like with people, sometimes the chemistry just isn't there. VIDEOS: Yoda plays fetch, Yoda's first day

Elvis

Elvis is a 1-2 year old handsome Redbone Coonhound mix we rescued from Fresno.

Kyo

Kyo is a sweetheart 13-month old Shepherd mix we rescued from Red Bluff. More about Kyo: Happy guy, with a tail that's always wagging, Always smiling, House trained, Takes treats very gently, Crate trained and doesn't make a peep when he's inside, Not reactive at all to barking dogs through fences while out on walks and loves playing with others big or small, Beautiful medium length coat, Body of a German Shepherd, Solid guy, probably 70-80lbs, Eager to please, Smart and picks things up quick, Will thrive with someone to train him, Could make a great running partner since he's good about staying on pace. Given his puppyness, he'd probably do best in a home that has older kids, he just wants to love and cuddle with everyone, not realizing his size. VIDEO: Kyo getting some love, Kyo with another dog, Kyo's nighttime play, Silly Kyo

Aero

Aero is a 2-year old Australian Shepherd mix we rescued from Fresno along with his kennel mate, Ace. He already seems to know his basic commands.

He's got great springs and loves to jump (so frisbees and agility could be fun pastimes for him!). He would love an adopter with an active lifestyle or someone who likes to throw ball for him.

Boomer

Boomer is a 1-2 year old adorable terrier mix we rescued from Fresno.

Phoenix

Phoenix is a 1-year old Aussie Shepherd mix we rescued from Fresno. She has to be Catahoula as well with that beautiful coat of hers.

She is one big loving puppy, looking for a home of her own. She was an owner surrender, returned to the same shelter she was adopted from.

Dorothy

Dorothy is an 10-month old mixed breed we rescued from Glenn County. More about beautiful, sweet Dorothy: House trained, Respectful of the cat in her foster home, Mellow, Rides well in the car, Gets along well with other dogs, Does well in her crate, Loves tasty chews like pig ears and bully sticks, Knows sit and comes when called, No food or toy aggression with other pets, Once comfortable is a playful companion. This poor girl came from a hoarding situation, but despite this sad past she's a very sweet girl. She's shy at first and unsure of new situations, so she'll benefit from a patient adopter willing to work with her as she gets more confidence in the big wide world. VIDEOS: Dorothy gives tail wags, Dorothy gets a treat, Sweet Dorothy, Dorothy

Darla

Darla is a cute, quiet terrier mix estimated at about a year old. She may also have some Chihuahua and Italian Greyhound in her. More about Darla: Friendly with new people and dogs, Knows sit, come, and off, Sits by the door when she wants outside, Will sit and wait for you to put the leash on, Goes into her crate when told and is quiet in the crate, Sleeps relaxed throughout the night in her crate, Plays nicely with dogs her size, Loves going to the dog park to burn off energy, Walks well with an easy walk harness, Loves her toys and will grab them from her toy box (likes bones & chew toys, too), Gentle when taking treats, Loves tug-o-war. 35 pounds

Hank

Hank is a young German Shepherd mix we rescued from Delano. The shelter labeled him as 2-3 years old, but by the looks of his teeth and his gait, he might be closer to 1 year. More on Hank: Friendly, Active, but not hyper - would love to be someone's activity buddy or in a home where he can, Would love an active adopter or one who could give him plenty of play time, Wonderfully floppy ears, Gorgeous GSD coloring, Wonderfully floppy ears, Friendly with all the people and dogs he's met, Has done great at the dog park (if a dog postured, he just walked away), Rides well in the car (will wait patiently for you), As a young guy he'll need an adopter who will spend some time on basic training. He weighs 71lbs, and could put on a few.

Jimmy

Jimmy is an adorable and sweet 4-6 mo. Border Collie mix we rescued from Delano. Jimmy is a handsome pup with good manners. He is a calm boy and waits his turns for treats, but like a lot of puppies has energy he'll want to burn off with play time and walks. He's been fostered with kids and does well with them. He knows "Sit" ,"No", " Uh huh" and is learning "Down", "Drop ball", "No Jump", and "No Bite" when he gets puppy mouthy. You can take toys away from him just fine, he is potty trained, and learning to walk well on leash.

He's also food motivated, good at bath time, and isn't a barker.

Summer

Summer is an affectionate 7-month old Queensland Heeler/Pointer mix we rescued from Shasta County. She's got the body of a Labrador though and is as sweet as can be. More about Summer: Hasn't had an accident in the house, Very good with the kids in her foster home and loves affection, Gets along great with the resident dog, Sleeps uncrated with her foster dog friend and doesn't get into trouble, Loves the resident cat and wants to play with her all the time (the cat loves her in return), Has been fine left alone in the yard, Not a barker - will bark when the garbage truck comes around but will quiet down when you tell her "no", Can be playful like a puppy, but not mouthy, Loves to fetch and is learning to bring it back consistently, Gets excited if she sees another dog or person on a walk and wants to say "hi". She currently weighs about 54 lbs.

Charlotte

Charlotte is an adult female Bassett Hound mix, about 4-6 years old, who we rescued from Fresno. Don't let this sad face fool you -- she'll be all tail wags when she's safely in rescue! She did well in her cat test at the shelter.

Ella

Ella is a 5-year old Lab mix we're rescuing from Stanislaus County. She's got a very outgoing and loving personality. Her fur is very fluffy and soft (all the better for cuddling and pets!). She loves to be outside and as soon has she hits grass she does her business, so she's likely house trained (she was an owner surrender).

She's patient and tail-wagging around small children and has shown no signs of aggression.

Tosh

Tosh is an approximately 10-12 month old black Labrador mix we rescued from Glenn County. He's very Lab-by looking with maybe some Border Collie thrown in the mix. He's very sweet and affectionate, house trained, and friendly with all the people he meets. Right now he gets excited seeing other dogs ("I wanna play!"). He's very good at bath time and after a long walk or play time will settle into his pen for a rest. He also sleeps quietly in his pen at night. He was pent up in the shelter with really no exercise for 2-3 weeks, so right now he needs long walks and good play time to expend some of those energy stores!

He's learning fetch, "sit", "heel", "no jump", "off", and "no bite" for those occasional mouthy puppy moments. Like any young, strong dog he'll benefit from some training. Given his strength he might do best in a home with kids over 8 years old, but he loves children and seeks out their attention.

Kirby

Kirby is a 1-year old 9 lb. scruffy mix we rescued from Delano. He looks to be part mini Dachshund and Havanese. More about Kirby: Sweet & gentle, aims to please, Low maintenance dog who would do well in many different households, Rarely barks, Hasn't had any accidents in his foster home, Almost always wagging his tail - a very happy demeanor, Does very well with other dogs (even with the bossy ones), Doesn't chew on things he's not supposed to, Doesn't jump up on people, Likes his dog bed over the couch, Sometimes has a "bad hair day" :-) VIDEO: Kirby tuckered out

Hope

Hope is a 1-year old American Staffordshire mix we rescued from Sacramento. She's only about 40lbs. She's sweet meeting new dogs and people, is house trained, and hangs out quietly in her crate (just relaxes and takes a nap). She LOVES to play with the other dogs in her foster home and responds to "come," "sit," and "down." So it seems that someone did take the time to train her at some point. She is a great athlete and makes a great jogging/hiking partner. She also could be a great agility dog since she loves to dance around on her hind legs when you return home, can cut corners like a champ when zooming around the yard, and won't hesitate to gracefully spring into your lap if invited. This pretty lady enjoys the company of other dogs and is having a ball playing with the dog in her temporary foster home. She's got a lot of joy in her, and will give you kisses if you let her.

Snuggles

Snuggles is a 1-2 year old terrier mix we rescued from Porterville. Snuggles is such an affectionate love bug and wants to be cuddled next to you when you're relaxing and lounging. When she plays she bounces around with a lot of personality. She is perfect in her crate and is fully house trained. She's been great with dogs of all sizes that she's met, so could be good as an only dog or as a doggy pal. She's encountered cats and doesn't seem to be aggressive towards them (instead a little confused and curious). She loves to bounce around when she is playing. VIDEOS: Snuggles, Snuggles II

Sparky

Sparky is a 10 month old Queensland Heeler mix we rescued from Merced. He's a funny little fluff ball, with a bob tail and short bowed legs (almost like a Basset Hound).

He's a really loving guy--loves to give "hugs" and is friendly with everyone he's met (dogs & people alike). He also seems to know "sit".

Brian

Brian is a gentle, affectionate, family-friendly 2-year old Fox Terrier mix we rescued from Shasta County. His foster family says he's an extremely well mannered dog, who's house trained, and does well left alone during the work day. He's left alone weekdays for 6-8 hours and hasn't had any issues. He does "fantastic" with the young kids in the foster home and doesn't shed much. He sleeps through the night in his favorite spot on the couch, and enjoys cuddling up next to you when he has the chance. He's also pretty good with fetch and is agile and athletic, making him a fun dog to play with. He would make a fabulous running companion or adventure buddy for a serious hiker, and would really enjoy getting to do either in his future home. Given his athletic and agile nature, he'd probably also make a good agility dog. Brian probably wasn't socialized to other dogs as a puppy, because now he gets overly excited and barks when meeting new dogs. Although Brian can play very well with dogs after he gets over his initial excitement (and is doing well at dog parks and making new friends), he will need an experienced dog owner who is comfortable helping him with his doggie social skills. When at home, Brian isn't a barker. He also enjoys car rides and sits calmly and quietly. He was surrendered to the shelter by his person because the pet rules at their mobile home had changed--poor guy! He weighs about 30lbs.

Becca

Becca is a 2-month old Dutch Shepherd mix puppy we rescued from Fresno. Becca is loving, quiet, cuddly, and on the shy side. She's pretty calm and low energy in the house, and then once outside she's a happy bouncy puppy (running around in circles and hopping about).

Becca has done great with small kids that visit the home (allowing them to walk her, too). She's living with a cat in her foster home and seems fine with her, and is getting along with the resident dogs. She also walks really well on leash. VIDEO: sisters Brittany & Becca

Reese

Reese (as in the peanut butter cup) is a stunning tan & brindle 6-month mix pup we rescued from Tracy. He LOVES everyone and everything and is a gentle boy with a great disposition. More on Reese: House trained, Plays well with other dogs (will play at their pace), Does great with everyone he meets, Quiet, not a barker, Sleeps through the night without issue, People pleaser and will go into his crate when told, Savors his treats, An "interior designer" -- will move his bed and crate around the house, Loves his walks, & is doing pretty good on the leash, Knows "down", "no", "go to your room" (crate) & "let's go" (while walking). The shelter labeled him as a pit mix but we're not sure about that (and we're a pit friendly rescue)...he may be a Mastiff mix. He weighs about 60 pounds.

Twinkie

Twinkie is a 3-4 mo., 12 lb. Boxer mix puppy we rescued from Delano. Twinkie is a cute little boy who's going to be a big boy someday. He's a happy, sweet puppy who loves his toys.

He was found with his foot stuck in a fence. After a little TLC is foot is doing fine. We also rescued his kennel mate at the shelter, Cupcake.

Joseph

Joseph is a young male Bassett Hound mix, 2-3 years old, who we rescued from Fresno. He looks to be possibly mixed with cattle dog or spaniel. He did well with his cat test at the shelter.

Cammie

Cammie is a beautiful, sweet 2-year old Plott Hound/Lab mix we rescued from Los Banos. While a brindle, she does not have a pit build or head at all - but is very Lab-by (brindle coats come in all sorts of breeds). See our page on the "many breeds of brindles" see all the types of dogs who have brindle coats.

Cammie is house trained (not one accident in her foster apartment home), and gets along great with the resident dog. She is also sitting for treats and has been an easy going friendly girl. This sweet girl came in with her puppies at the shelter, and while her puppies found rescue, there's no way we were letting her get left behind.

Glen Gray

Glen Gray is a tail wagging little lap dog, about 5 months old, who we rescued from Merced. He looks to be a Terrier/Chihuahua mix. He's fun, playful, quiet, does well in his crate, and is almost totally house trained (good job puppy!).

He loves to take naps snuggled up with you and is very gentle in his play. Given his gentle nature, he could be good with kids.

Odie

Odie is a happy-go-lucky 1-2 year old yellow Labrador mix we're rescuing from Los Banos. He had an adopter fall through at the shelter because their dog wasn't a fan--but Odie was just a tail-wagging, happy boy the whole time. He's got gorgeous amber eyes, which are unusual, but we think that's pretty special. This good-natured pup is a shelter volunteer favorite and they're so excited he's getting rescued!

Willow

Willow is an 10-week old black Labrador mix puppy we rescued from Red Bluff. She's a very sweet puppy, great with the other dogs, and is social with people (comes up to everyone with a wagging tail, but with a submissive approach).
She's smart, loving, and has a calm demeanor. Willow has a place in the yard where she reliably goes potty, and is currently using pee pads in the night (she will get weaned off these). She's a little unsure about walking in new situations, but she'll gain confidence in time. She weighs about 16lbs right now.

Heidi

Heidi is 6-month old mini Husky mix pup we rescued from Delano. She's a cute little girl who got along great with her kennel mate at the shelter. Heidi is adjusting to life post-shelter and is getting a lot of love and patience.

Boots

Boots is a 6-month old puppy we rescued from Taiwan in partnership with AHAN, a nonprofit that funds the rescue and transport of homeless dogs from Asia. Happy, playful, and smart, Knows sit and stay already, House trained, Plays well with big and small dogs alike, Would be a great hiking/running partner for someone, Loves car rides, Great and gentle with the kids he meets, Sleeps through the night, Very athletic (could make a great agility dog), Curious about the kiddie pool - so he may be a water dog, Does amazing at the dog park - even around alpha dogs, Loves to run around, as puppies do, then cuddle up with you, Knows "sit" and "stay" (working on "shake"), 30 pounds now, maybe 60lb when grown, very food and play motivated so training is a breeze.
Boots and his littermates were found under a dirty container truck when a good samaritan heard their cries. He looks to be a black Lab/Border Collie mix.

Booboo

Booboo is a 6-month old mix we rescued from Glenn County. He looks to be maybe an American Eskimo Dog mix. His foster says he's the calmest dog she's ever met. He's sweet, quiet, mellow, and very content to lay around anywhere.

He's getting used to stairs and walking on leash, and is improving every day! Life outside the shelter can be a little bit of an adjustment, but with a little love Booboo is well on his way.

He was in a shelter volunteer's care because the shelter was crowded and was good with dogs, children, and cats in that home.

Miranda

Miranda is a 2-3 year old black Lab mix we rescued from Fresno. She's a really sweet dog and doesn't have any issues with you picking up her food mid-meal. Miranda is good on walks and loves to work off some of her energy.

She's learning the commands for sit and down

Nate

Nate is very loving 4-month old pit mix we rescued from Shasta County. More on Nate: Very sweet, Friendly and loves everyone she meets (dogs & people alike), Great with 11 & 13-year old in her foster home, and all their middle school friends, Overall mellow demeanor, Couch potato in the making, At a recent adoption event he was just a solid-gold good boy - gentle, quiet and friendly with all the people and dogs he met, Loves toys, especially tennis balls (will kick them, then pounce on them in the yard), Knows "sit" and will go to her crate when told to "go to your room", Sleeps through the night without issue, Pretty good on leash and loves walks, House trained.
He's got a funny habit of grunting when you pet him so his foster nicknamed him "Piglet." He was originally found as a stray in a local cemetery.

Dolores

Dolores is a 1-2 yr. 11 lb. Dachshund mix we rescued from Delano. This sweetie will make you melt with those darling eyes. She's a devoted cuddler who is just happy to be near the human and canine residents in her foster home. She likes to follow her foster or her dog around the house and will roll onto her back for belly rubs. Her foster hasn't heard her bark once. She's a little couch potato! She sleeps quietly through the night in her crate or on your bed (and loves to burrow in blankets). She came to rescue pretty shy, but she's really coming out of her shell. She's also pretty good on leash. She has shown little interest in the 3 resident cats. VIDEO: Dolores

Bridget

Bridget is a sweet and playful Lab mix who's 2.5 years old, and weighs approx. 40 lbs. This little gem would make a great addition to really any home. She loves to be the center of attention, is well behaved, house & crate trained. She can be left home alone and is totally trustworthy. She knows the commands for sit, stay, shake hands and "go get the ball".

Bridget likes 15-30 minutes of daily exercise either by walking or going to a doggy park. Bridget enjoys her walks, playing catch, and gets along well with other dogs and children. She is very sweet and will give lots of kisses.

Brittany

Brittany is a 2-month old Dutch Shepherd mix puppy we rescued from Fresno. She's outgoing and energetic, really likes people and is interested in meeting new friends on walks. She's well behaved in the house and outside has a lot of fun playing and running around.

Brittany has done great with small kids that visit the home (allowing them to walk her, too). She's living with a cat in her foster home and seems fine with her, and is getting along with the resident dogs. VIDEO: sisters Brittany & Becca

Carol

Carol is estimated at 10 months old and is a Corgi/heeler mix we rescued from Glenn County. She is happy girl who always has a smile on her face. More about Carol: House trained with no accidents in the house, Loves to snuggle on the couch, Settles nicely in her crate, Quiet and not a barker, Sleeps through the night, Gets along great and plays well with the resident dog, Hasn't shown any aggression whatsoever even with her smile (looks like a snarl when she gets excited), Has made significant improvement on learning how to go for a walk, Doesn't mind the leash, She is such a happy girl who gives lots of kisses and just wants love, Very friendly, loves to cuddle and receive attention, Loves to be on your lap, Comes when called, Happy to receive praise, No food aggression eating next to her foster sister

Lacey

This shelter photo doesn't do her justice! Lacey is a sweet, affectionate Cattle Dog mix estimated at about 1-2 years. Her foster says, "She is an amazing dog! Seriously, she has it all." Lacey is: Super sweet & smart, House trained, Good with dogs, cats, & kids, Gets along great with the resident dog, Knows how to fetch and drop the ball, Good on leash and knew the way back to her foster home on the first walk!, Doesn't bark except at the noisy garbage men, Rides well in the car, Greets you with a whole body wag, Sleeps uncrated just fine, Like a puppy when it's play time, and when you're busy she's calm and self sufficient, Loves to curl up near you for a nap. She recently weaned a litter of pups and is now ready for a home of her own. VIDEO: Lacey playing fetch

Rico

Rico is a 6-month old mix we rescued from Glenn County. He looks to be maybe Spitz mixed with Papillon or American Eskimo Dog. He's been in a shelter volunteer's care because the shelter was full and has shown to be good with dogs, children, and cats.

Jacob

Jacob is a very good looking 12-18 month old Sheltie/spaniel mix we rescued from Delano. He weighs about 18-20lbs and has a beautiful white chest. More on Jacob: House trained, Loves to snuggle on the couch, Likes his crate, Very quiet, Sleeps through the night, Gets along great with the resident dogs in his foster home (tries to play with them once in a while), Very gentle - hasn't shown any aggression whatsoever, Shy, but is going on walks for socialization and doing great, Walks great on leash & loves his walks. While he's still on the shy side, he wags his tail meeting new people and comes when called. VIDEO: Happy Jacob

Ruby

Ruby is a 1.5-year old, 30lb. pup we rescued from Shasta County. She looks to be a Fox Terrier/Jack Russell Terrier mix. More on Ruby: Really sweet girl, House trained (will let you know when she needs out), Rolls over for belly rubs and puts her head in your lap for some attention, Listens well, Can sit and lay down on command, Loves outdoor time and walk, When inside, she's calm and wants to lay by your side, Walks well on the easy walk harness and is learning to heel, Sleeps through the night in her crate easily. She's sometimes timid around big dogs, but once she can run around with them at the dog park she's fine. She will chase kitties though, so a home without cats is probably best.

Courtney

Courtney is a super sweet, cuddly and friendly young adult yellow Lab mix, estimated at 1-2 years, who we rescued from Fresno. She loves people and has done great with kids of all sizes. She's got a playful, fun, friendly personality. She's quiet in the house and loves to play catch.

Courtney has done well meeting some dogs but not others. She will need a patient owner willing to help her become more trusting of canines. Her foster mom reports that she has already made substantial improvement in the short time she has been in the rescue.

Barney

Barney is 1-year old playful, goofy Corgi mix (possibly shepherd as well) we rescued from Glenn County. If his foster had to use two words to describe him they'd be "friendly" and "happy." The little guy seems to know no other state! Whenever you are up and about he is right there ready to share some love. He's a quiet guy and hasn't had an accident in the house. Recently he had a great time at Fort Funston, where he loved meeting new people (offering up his belly for rubs). He gives deference to other dogs and doesn't care about being top dog. In the house, once he has given you a good greeting, he is happy to just hang out in your general presence. He is a real companion dog. Once in the crate (he would rather not go there since he knows you won't be going there with him) he settles downs down and does well all night long but would prefer to be where the people are. He is currently being fostered in SF.

Harvey

Harvey is a 10-week old cute, cuddly Lab we rescued from Glenn County. He's a great, sweet guy who already knows "sit."

Wilbur

Wilbur is super friendly 8-month old hound mix we rescued from Glenn County. He's a really outgoing wiggle butt, just looking for someone to love unconditionally. He LOVES to play in the water and would make a great beach or lake dog! If you turn the hose on, that's good times for him. He's also getting the hang of fetch.

He's been good with all the dogs he's met, but will chase kitties (not aggressively, seems to want to play). He seems to know "sit' and is pretty mellow for his age. He's a big boy with a sweet disposition and been fine with young kids in his foster homes. He is currently being fostered in SF. VIDEO: Sweet Wilbur

Tiffany

Tiffany is a 10-12 month old black Lab mix we rescued from Fresno just in time. She's a super sweet pup who LOVES to be close to you. She's only about 45-50 pounds. Tiffany is submissive at first meeting new dogs and when she's comfortable will engage them in play. She's friendly with all the people she meets, and hasn't been interested/reactive to the cat in her foster home. This smart girl learned "sit" right away. She also loves walks, but isn't hyper/needs constant stimulation. She is a playful fun girl looking for adventure. She is now living in Truckee.

Gracie

Gracie is an adorable and affectionate 6-month old mix we rescued from Fresno. The shelter labeled her a pit mix, but with longer fur and different ears, but she looks like a mini Australian Shepherd. She has super soft fur, and absolutely loves everyone.

She isn't hyperactive at all, has shown no aggression, and loves to curl up next to you on the couch. A smart girl, she figured out how to use the staircase in only a few minutes, and is working on housetraining and basic commands.

Clara

Clara is 1-2 year old black Labrador mix we rescued from Fresno. This sweet girl has enjoyed a recent outing to the beach, so she could be your fun beach companion.

Her foster says she's really mellow, loves other dogs, people, kids. She thinks she's a lap dog, and gives lots of snuggles and kisses.

Her foster hasn't heard her bark and says she doesn't have an aggressive bone in her body. She'll be your little shadow around the house and is great on leash.

She passed her temperament tests at the shelter and has done well with other dogs

Amos

If you live in a quiet suburban neighborhood and are looking for a low-maintenance dog that's already house-trained and crate-trained, Amos is your guy! Amos is an approx. 3-year old McNab Shepherd mix we rescued from Fresno. He's extremely affectionate towards humans and very loyal. He likes to follow you around the house and about the only time he gets very excited is when he sees you come through the front door. Otherwise, Amos is a mellow dog and is content lying in the sun for hours. He can be left alone in the yard without barking. He has even been left alone in the house and leaves everything untouched (unless there's food left out on the table... he considers that a special treat!). In Amos' previous homes, he has gotten along very well with children. However, Amos would do best in a home with no dogs or he could live w/ submissive dogs. He has gotten along well with many of the other dogs in his foster homes, even tolerating rough play.

Amos is leash reactive (barks and pulls towards other dogs while on leash) so will need an owner who can manage that behavior. He would do best in a quiet area where he doesn't encounter many dogs on walks. We would not recommend bringing Amos to dog parks unless his leash reactivity is reduced or eliminated through training. VIDEOS: Amos tail wag, Amos gives love

Boomer

Boomer is a 2-month old Dutch Shepherd mix puppy we rescued from Fresno. He's getting rescued along with his 5 siblings.

Harold

Harold is a 10 week old cute, cuddly lab mix arriving from Glenn County with his two brothers.

Susie

Susie is a sweet 6 month old black lab mix beign rescued from Glenn County. She is said to do well with other dogs, cats and kids.

Snickers

Snickers is an adorable 3-month old brindle pit mix puppy we rescued from Tracy. He's plump and stocky guy and is getting along great with the other dogs in his foster home. He's food motivated and already knows sit. He likes to play, be held, and give kisses. He makes a little fuss when going into his crate and then will settle in for the night. He weighs about 32 pounds.

Indiana

Indiana ("Indy") is a handsome 2-3 year old handsome black Labrador mix we rescued from Fresno. He's a really good natured, friendly guy, who doesn't even mind the resident dog in his temporary home getting growly with him. Given his fluffier coat he may be part Golden Retriever or Chow. Indy is fostered with a 16 month old toddler who he loves to hang out with. Though Indy is a young adult, he still has quite a lot of puppy playfulness left in him that emerges when he's in the yard frolicking with the resident dogs. At the same time, he is also content napping and relaxing in the house after a good romp. Indy would make a great family dog and is ready to tackle new adventures with his future adopter. Indiana Jones, the movie character, was named after the family dog after all.

Beth

Beth is a 2-month old Shepherd mix puppy we rescued from Fresno. She's getting rescued along with her 5 siblings.

Bryn

Bryn is a 2-month old Shepherd mix puppy we rescued from Fresno. She's getting rescued along with her 5 siblings.

Bug

Bug is a sweetheart 4-month old pit mix we rescued from Shasta County. More on Bug: Total lovebug, Friendly and loves everyone she meets (dogs & people alike), Great with 11 & 13-year old in her foster home, and all their middle school friends, Very happy puppy, Pretty coordinated for her age. Loves toys (especially squeaky ones). Knows "sit" and will go to her crate when told to "go to your room", Sleeps through the night without issue, Loves tennis balls, tug-o-war, playing with other dogs, walks, Good playing with small dogs, too. The youngest kid she's been around is a 8-9 years old and she played well with him. She may be too much puppy for really small children, but she could also be just fine. She can be a bit stubborn at times, and still hasn't figured out "fetch", but it's all part of her charm. She was found as a stray in a local cemetery, now it's time for a home of her own.

Kona

Kona is a 5-month old black Labrador Retriever/pit mix we rescued from Los Banos. The shelter labeled him as a pit mix, but in reality, he looks much more like a terrier-lab mix. He has many of the features of a lab, but in a very small body. He's currently about 20 pounds. Kona's foster family says he's a really great dog. He is really good with the kids in his foster home and loves attention from people at the park. He does well walking on leash and is learning the command "heel". He does his business in the dog run and enjoys his walks and explorations at the park. He doesn't bark except to greet other dogs passing by. He seems to really love and connect with children. He was unphased by the toddler screaming in his temporary foster home after arriving from the shelter. Kona also loves to play with dogs and is very submissive around his pit bull and lab playmates. Kona is still very much a puppy and loves to chase other dogs while they fetch balls. Once tuckered out, he rests in his crate without a peep. Kona sleeps through the night and will be easy to train because he is very motivated to please. VIDEOS: Kona explores, Kona explores the yard

Burt

Burt is an adorable Jack Russell terrier mix who is about 8 months old that we rescued from Glenn County. He is an absolute cuddle bug who loves attention, and will lay with you for hours, although be ready to keep up with him when he wants to play! He's also potty trained and will sit for a treat after he's done his business outside.

Like all Jack Russells, this 10 pound little guy has a lot of energy (although he rarely ever barks). Burt loves to chase the ball and can run for hours. He'd love an active household that would give him lots of play time. He's also agile so could be a great agility dog.

Cadbury

Cadbury is a 13-week old puppy we rescued from Glenn County, who looks to be a Patterdale Terrier (possibly pure bred). Cadbury is a playful little guy who's already learned sit! He plays beautifully with the 3-year old dog in his foster home and would love a fellow dog in his future home to play with, or other outlets for puppy exercise. When he sees the cats, he scoots around with his butt in the air to invite them to play. He walks pretty well on leash, responds well to "no" and comes when you call him. He goes to bed quietly without complaint and loves his toys. Each day Cadbury grows more secure and loving...the kisses are more frequent and the puppy nibbles more gentle. He also still has that delicious puppy smell! VIDEO: Cadbury and Ember playing

Gia

Gia is an 8-month old terrier mix we rescued from Fresno. In the words of her foster, "she's ridiculously sweet!" More on Gia: House trained, Very loving, Loves to sleep with her people, Loves to hang out on your lap, Knows commands for sit and stay, Does great with the resident dog in her foster home (even though she's 1/4 his size), they chase each other and rough house, Good jogging companion (went on 1.5 mile run with her foster mom and kept up well), Rides well in the car, Likes to keep herself clean, Lets you brush her teeth, Likes to stick close to you and will come when called, Doesn't seem to have any separation anxiety, Does well meeting new people. VIDEO: Gia giving licks

Bowen

Bowen is a handsome, snuggly 1-2 year old male Pointer mix we rescued from Wasco. This good looking guy gets along well with other dogs and loves to play. He's house trained and sleeps quietly on his foster's bed throughout the night. He does well on leash and loves his daily walks (he'll sit by the door when he knows it's walk time). He'd love a home that would include him in daily activities, walks, and weekend adventures.

He loves affection and cuddling, and loves to relax with his belly up in the air. He can be a little shy with new poeple but opens up quickly and looks for pets from his new friends. He does fine in the yard while his foster is at work, although he'd prefer not to be alone.

On a recent outing to Fort Funston he had fun meeting new dogs and did very well on leash. When some dogs got snippy with him, he was unaffected and just went on his way. He gets a lot of compliments on how cute he is! VIDEO: Bowen 's first day in rescue at the beach

Breeze

Breeze is a 10-month old, 48 lbs sweetheart, who looks to be a yellow Labrador mixed with maybe Sharpei. Her fosters call her "the perfect dog" because she's the most well-behaved dog they've fostered.

She loves going to the park to play fetch, goes on runs with her foster, walks well on the leash, and plays well with others. She sleeps well in her crate at night and hangs out at the house during the day and has displayed no destructive behavior while they're not there.

Most of all she LOVES people and thinks she is a lap dog. She'll do anything to wiggle her way into your lap and snuggle! She also gets along well with the resident cat and always wants to play with her.

Bubu

Bubu is an absolutely adorable sweet survivor who has recovered from parvovirus and is ready for a forever home!She's a very sweet dog with a great temperament. She would just lick our rescue founder's daughter from her crate even when she was banging on it (like toddlers do!). She really liked this little kiddo, so could be a good fit for a home with children. She is almost potty trained using crate training. She sleeps through the whole night and doesn't go potty in her crate. She starts sniffing around the door which is how you know she needs out. She is a total cuddler and loves to curl up in your lap. She already knows how to sit and is very attentive. She's under 4 months old, and the shelter listed her as a pit bull. which is often the default in rural shelters. We see her as a Bulldog/Boxer mix.

Lucy

Lucy is a 2-year old Hound/Lab mix we rescued from Fresno. She's super smart (learned "sit" in seconds), and hasn't had any accidents in the house so far. She's getting along well with the resident dog, and even the resident cat (although would chase her if she ran).

Lucy is food motivated and will do anything for a treat. She's inquisitive, but listens well, and is walking well with an easy-walk harness.

She's already microchipped and was an owner surrender. She's a real sweetheart! More photos and info to come. VIDEO: Lucy playing with another dog

Dakota

Dakota is a Husky/Shepherd mix, about 1 year old, medium size, who we're rescuing from Shasta County. Dakota has a happy and sweet personality.

Peanut

Peanut is a super sweet 1-year old Chihuahua mix we're rescuing from Tracy.

Mika

Mika is an 1.5-year old Black Labrador mix we rescued from Delano. She's been doing great so far in her foster home. She is very good with kids and other dogs. She takes treats very gently and does not jump up. She has an awesome demeanor and is a ton of fun. She is very well house trained, and will go into her crate when she is tired, often before we go to bed, and sleeps through the night. When her fosters let her out in the morning, there's no urgency on her part. She *loves* fetch and is quite the cuddler. She loves to give kisses and lay around the house. She knows how to sit and fetch, and loves belly rubs, too. She also does not jump on the couch or try to steal people food when it's near her. She's learning to walk well on leash and weighs about 50lbs. VIDEO: Mika plays fetch

Sierra

Sierra is a little surprise that came with the pups we rescued from Fresno. The shelter labeled her a Shepherd mix but she looks to be a Border Collie mix, about 2 months old. Sierra treats the cat in her foster home like another dog. She's a very social and playful puppy who loves children. Sierra is crate trained and does her business outside when taken for a walk right after coming out of her crate. VIDEO: Sierra with little kid

Taffy

Taffy, like her namesake, is as sweet as can be! We rescued this 9-10 month old pit mix from the streets of Los Angeles by way of a southern California rescuer. She's a favorite of the famous Los Angeles-based pit bull trainer "Dog Man," who is featured on Cesar Millan's programs. She's a very happy, submissive, friendly girl. More about Taffy: Makes friends with everyone, House trained, Loves doggy play dates, Has been good around kids, Eager to please, Adores affection, Responds well to correction, Shares her toys nicely with other dogs, Knows sit, down, working on shake, Great manners, especially for a puppy, Loves to lay down in the grass, Very gentle, Oinks like a pig, Likes to stop and listen to church bells, Doesn't react to the doorbellShe's been tested with all sorts of dogs, even alphas, and does great. She walks fine on leash, but will pull sometimes out of excitement seeing new dogs and people. She has the greatest facial expressions--guaranteed to keep you smiling. When she's been around outdoor cats and they run, she just playfully flops after them and doesn't demonstrate aggressiveness. VIDEOS: Taffy playing, Enjoying the lawn

Mandy

Mandy is a gorgeous 5-year old Redbone Hound we rescued from Fresno. She's a loving, gentle girl who's been sweet with everyone she's met (dogs, adults, kids, and babies). She's mellow and loves to lay around all day.

Mandy walks right by your side on leash, and hasn't had any accidents so far in her foster home. She'll snooze quietly through the night in her crate and her beautiful coat doesn't shed much. She has not chewed on anything in her foster home and is picking up commands quickly (smart girl!). She really likes it when you play with her long, soft ears, too. Mandy would make a great, loving addition to any lucky home.

Gulliver

Gulliver is a 3-month old black Labrador mix puppy we rescued from Fresno. He's now living with a family in Carmel.

Angie

Angie is a beautiful 10-month old Border Collie/Heeler mix we rescued from Tracy. She's a floppy, playful, energetic puppy who will still be a lap dog if you let her. She's very nice and gentle with other dogs and people.

She'll flop on/off the couch, down the stairs, and into her water bowl --pretty funny. She walks well on leash and learning to ride well in the car.

She's got wonderfully soft fur and is crate trained. She loves walks and runs, and would make a great running partner (she's currently fostered with cross country runners).

Spencer

Spencer is a sweetheart 8-month old Black Lab/Shepherd mix we're rescuing from Redding. He's smart, eager to please, and well behaved for a young pup his age. He loves people, even young children, and if you bend down to his level, you can be sure your face will immediately be covered in kisses.

He's crate trained and gets along well with the dogs in his foster home. Spencer is still very much a puppy and loves to throw his chew toys up in the air or chase around sticks in the yard. He listens well and will be easy to train. Spencer is about 40 pounds. VIDEO: Spencer

Oscar

Oscar is Dachshund mix we rescued from Fresno. He looks to be around 2-3 years old and is a good looking, friendly guy. When he arrived from the shelter to our adoption event he was looking for laps to hang out on. His foster family says he's a "great find" and has a great personality. He is a sweet, happy guy, who's good with their kids and just wants to be a lap dog.

He likes to burrow under blankets to go to sleep and walks great on leash. He's looks to be purebred, but we can't guarantee that.

Truffle

Truffle is an adorable 8-month old spaniel mix we rescued from Glenn County along with his brothers Cheddar and Jack. He's a happy and affectionate pup who is people oriented.

He can be shy at first but will warm up, and is becoming more comfortable everyday. He loves being near the young girl in his foster home, but doesn't have any interest in the resident dog. He's a submissive guy and does fine in his crate. VIDEO: Truffle

Gizmo

Gizmo is much cuter than this shelter photo suggests! Gizmo is a 9-week old Chihuahua mix we're rescuing from Fresno.

Moe

Moe is a young Labrador/Pit mix we're rescuing from Delano along with his best friend Manny. Moe and Manny are great boys and two of the sweetest dogs at the shelter.

They play well together and eat together. Both are good on leash don't bother the other dogs when they walk by the kennels. They will play all day together and it's hilarious to watch them. They were found wandering the streets in search of food. Better days are ahead for them!

Manny

Manny is a young Labrador/Pit mix we rescued from Delano along with his best buddy Moe. Manny is a really sweet boy (him and Moe were called the sweetest boys at the shelter). He's pretty good on leash, too.

They play well together and eat together. Both are good on leash don't bother the other dogs when they walk by the kennels. They will play all day together and it's hilarious to watch them. Manny weighs about 40lbs. They were found wandering the streets in search of food. Better days are ahead for them! VIDEO: Manny playing with another dog

Alfie

Alfie is a sweet little Doxie mix we rescued from Tracy. He's an outgoing, friendly guy who loves to hang out on your lap for some some cuddle time. He's shown to be pretty happy-go-lucky and has ignored dogs barking at him.

Roman

Roman is a sweet and gentle 1-year old, 30 lbs mix we're rescuing from Delano. He looks to be part Shepherd/Golden Retriever/Spaniel. This handsome guy does great on leash and gets along with other dogs.

Jack

Jack is an 8-month old spaniel mix we're rescued from Glenn County along with his brothers Cheddar and Truffle. He's a wiggle-butt tail wagger who loves to be in your lap (if not in your lap, he'll curl up by your feet). He's sleeping through the night in his crate.

Abby

Abby is a sweet, loving 10-month old Shepherd mix we rescued from Glenn County. She's house trained and sleeps well in her crate at night. She can be shy at first but gets more and more comfortable each day. She enjoys romps in the yard with the other dogs and laying by her foster mom's feet. She went on an hour-long walk recently with three other dogs and had a great time. This sweetheart was part of a hoarding situation, but better days are here! VIDEO: Sweet Abby

Pollyanna

Pollyanna is a sweet little 1-2 year old mix we rescued from Porterville, who looks to be part Papillon. She's a sweet little girl who's house trained, comes when called, and walks well on leash. She's getting along great with the dogs and cats in her foster home.

She also rides great in the car - just sits in the back seat and hangs out. More photos and info to come.

Butter

Butter is 1-year old Norwich Terrier mix we rescued from Tracy. He's a sweet, loving little guy. He does well on leash, enjoys his walks, and loves to curl up on your lap. He's learning his name, but in the meantime responds to whistles or when you pat your lap to invite him up.

Butter, just a couple days after rescue, is still settling in and beginning to relax. He'd enjoy a calm environment and lots of love as he settles into life post-shelter. VIDEO: Butter finds a cat toy

Cheddar

Cheddar is an 8-month old spaniel mix we rescued from Glenn County along with his brother Jack. He's a little shy at first, but warms up.

Ginger

Ginger is an ultra sweet, submissive 5-month old tan & brindle pit mix puppy we rescued at the very last minute from Tracy. She's very friendly and loves being cuddled. She's done great with all the people (adults, kids), horses, cats, and dogs she's met. She's got typical puppy energy but it's not over the top. This darling, curious girl will keep you smiling as she "hops" around the yard (she'll run and then hop in the air as if she's catching a ball...but there's no ball). She's learned the commands for sit, shake, and down already. She sleeps quietly in her crate through the night and is doing well with her potty training. VIDEOS: Ginger is a love bug, Ginger playing with another dog, Ginger rolling in the grass, Ginger playing with another dog II, Ginger comes to whistle, Ginger explores, Curious Ginger

Bonita

Bonita is a very sweet approx. 2-year old long-haired Chihuahua mix we rescued from Wasco, who looks to be part Papillon. She loves people and will greet you with a very wagging tail. This sweetheart is doing great with the kids in her foster home, and is very quiet and friendly. She sleeps quietly in her crate at night and loves a good belly rub!

She loves treats and meal time. While she loves attention, she's not demanding of it. Bonita also doesn't mind being held.

Lilac

Lilac is a 1-year old sweet little mix we rescued from Glenn County. Her paperwork says she's a wire-haired terrier mix, but we see maybe some Poodle as well. She's great with the children in her foster home--very mellow & sweet.

She's outgoing, friendly, and is getting along great with the dogs in her foster home. She perks up her ears like a rabbit when she's interested in something -- pretty cute.

Princess

Princess is a 3-month old puppy we rescued from Taiwan in partnership with AHAN, a nonprofit that funds the rescue and transport of homeless dogs from Asia. Princess and her littermates were found under a dirty container truck when a good samaritan heard their cries. Like her siblings, Princess is a happy, playful puppy despite her hard start to life. They all look to be black Lab/Border Collie mixes.

Abbott

Abbott is a 6-month old Cattle Dog mix we rescued from Red Bluff along with his brother Costello. He's a super easy dog and a total sweetheart. He's a couch potato, walks well on leash, and has been sleeping through the night without a fuss. He's been left alone and has done the standard puppy chewing on his own things, but has otherwise left things alone. He's getting along great with the resident dog. He's also a big fan of chow time and will carry his food bowl around when he's hungry - pretty cute! His fosters call him an old soul because he doesn't have any puppy jumping, biting, or craziness. Mostly he just wants to be with his people. Abbott can be shy and nervous of new situations so he'd benefit from a patient adopter or confident resident dog to show him the ropes. In his former home he lived with cats, a baby, and a 7-year old child. His owners were moving and couldn't take him and brother Costello with them. VIDEO: Abbott playing with resident dog

Morgan

Morgan is a 6-month old Shepherd mix we rescued from Shasta County. He's an extra sweet and special boy. He gives lots of kisses and really wants to please. He weighs about 29 pounds.

Belle

Belle is a 6-month old black Lab mix we rescued from Shasta County. She's got a happy, fun Lab personality. She's shown to get along well with other dogs, cats, and children. VIDEOS: Belle at the shelter, Belle with cat

Davison

Davison is a 3-year old mix we rescued from Porterville. He looks to be part Rat Terrier, Italian Greyound, Chihuahua. He's got lean, tall legs. His foster says, "He is ADORABLE." He's getting along great with the resident dogs in his foster home. He snuggled into his foster mom's shoulder during the car ride home. He's currently using an old cat bed due to his smaller size (ridiculously cute!). He's a good natured boy, who's eating his meals with gusto and doing his business outside. He's a really sweet boy who loves to be in your lap and is doing well in his crate. VIDEO: Davison

Ember

Ember is a 4-month old black mix we rescued from Fresno, who looks to be more Puggle (Pug + Beagle) than the Chihuahua label she was given at the shelter. She's super sweet, a good listener, and loves to play with other dogs.

She loves playing ball and more than half the time remembers to bring it back. While she has her energetic puppy moments, she is pretty mellow and will just hang out. She is very attentive to everything around her, and inquisitive. She's a really sweet, adorable little puppy. VIDEOS: Ember, Ember and Cadbury playing

Lola

Lola is a 3-month old puppy we rescued from Taiwan in partnership with AHAN, a nonprofit that funds the rescue and transport of homeless dogs from Asia. She's already learning sit, stay and lay down. She's also sleeping quietly through the night in her crate. She loves her toys and playing with her foster siblings.

Lola and her littermates were found under a dirty container truck when a good samaritan heard their cries. Like her siblings, Lola is a happy, playful puppy despite her hard start to life. They all look to be black Lab/Border Collie mixes. VIDEOS: Stockings and Lola, Stockings, Lola, and couch, Stockings and Lola play

Sophie

Sofie is a 1-year old Cattle Dog/Dutch Shepherd mix we rescued from Glenn County. She was found abandoned in a Walgreen's parking lot and entered the shelter as a 6 week old puppy. Now at a year old, Sofie is a sweet, but extremely shy girl who will need a patient family willing to help her become familiar with a world outside the shelter. Sofie allows anyone to pet her and pick her up, but is frequently too nervous to even walk on a leash.

Costello

Costello is a 6-month old Cattle Dog mix we rescued from Red Bluff along with his brother Abbott. In the words of his foster, "it's impossible not to love this boy! His personality is so calm and sweet...amazing for a 7-month old puppy!" Costello hasn't had any accidents in the house, so could be house trained. He loves to lay at your feeet or sit next to you for some scratches and pets. But, he's just as willing to get inot a game of chase with the resident dog while she fetches the ball. He understands "no" and is very eager to please. His fosters think he's had some training before, and it helps he's very smart and a fast learner. He's shown to be good with other dogs, small children, and even cats. In his former home he lived with cats, a baby, and a 7-year old child (they moved and didn't take him and Abbott with them). In his foster home he's been around young kids and has done well. He's also doing pretty good on leash and weighs about 40lbs.

Stockings

Stockings is a 3-month old puppy we rescued from Taiwan in partnership with AHAN, a nonprofit that funds the rescue and transport of homeless dogs from Asia. She's already learning sit, stay and lay down. She's also sleeping quietly through the night in her crate. She loves her toys and playing with her foster siblings.

Stockings and her littermates were found under a dirty container truck when a good samaritan heard their cries. Like her siblings, Stockings is a happy, playful puppy despite her hard start to life. VIDEOS: Stockings and Lola, Stockings, Lola, and couch, Stockings plays with resident dog, Stockings and Lola play, More Stockings with resident dog

Shiloh

Shiloh is a 6-month old Cocker Spaniel mix we rescued from Glenn County. He's a friendly and outgoing guy and did great at his recent visit to the dog park. He is active and playful, but settles down nicely in the house. He sleeps in his crate through the night and rides well in the car (although isn't a huge fan of either at the moment).

He came down with Parvovirus at the shelter, but they found a sponsor for his treatment and he survived! He's a great little dog and very much deserving of his second chance at life.

Seth

Seth is a 1-2 year old cattle dog mix we rescued from Glenn County. He was surrendered by his owners when their home went into foreclosure. This nice guy has a great smile and loves affection. The shelter labeled him an Aussie/Cattle Dog mix, but we see some Rottweiler as well in his coloring. He loves to play fetch and will drop the ball right in your hand. He gets very attached to his master and will stick right by your side constantly if you let him. He does well on leash and has been great in his crate and loose in the house. He is a very sensitive guy and responds to correction very easily. After some initial interest in the cat in his temporary foster home, he has done very well ignoring her. Seth is a very smart boy so will require both mental and physical exercise to keep him happy. Cattle dog experience would be best for this awesome boy. He weighs about 45lbs. VIDEO: Seth

Tyler

Tyler is a 2-year old Doxie/Terrier mix we rescued from Oakdale. Tyler is a very nice, friendly guy who seems to get along with everyone. More about Tyler: Does great with the young kids in his foster home (he's unflappable, even when noisy kids are running around), Loves giving kisses and getting belly rubs, Trustworthy left alone uncrated, Jumps for joy when you come home, Knows the commands of sit, stay and come (a great listener), Sleeps for 10+ hours at night on a blanket next to his foster's bed, completely housetrained, Very mellow and well behaved when in the house, Loves to play with his squeaky toys and ball outside (or inside), Content to lay by your feet, Loyal, follows you all around the house, Gets so excited when he sees the leash, loves walks. Accepts the rules of the house easily. His last foster let him sleep with her on her bed, and while he would love to with his current foster family, he understands his place is in his own bed. Well behaved at our meal times, doesn't beg, he gives us our space and just lays down. Does well at the dog park. Has been good around the neighbor's 20-year old cat. He weighs about 17lbs. VIDEOS: Tyler and squeaky toy, Tyler playing

Leo

Leo is being described as a 4-month old shepherd mix we rescued from Fresno. We see maybe a little cattle dog with those cute spots and adorable eye patch. His foster says he's a very good boy who hasn't shown any behavioral issues.

He's done very well with the new people that come into their apartment and he loves to play with his toys. He's a big fan of his people and will follow you around.

Duke

Duke is a 1-year old handsome little mix we rescued from Delano. He was listed as a Chihuahua mix, but his long legs and long snout lead us to believe he might just be an All-American mutt with some Italian Greyhound. More about Duke: Affectionate, loving, and loves your lap, Active, intelligent - could be a good agility dog, Great with other dogs, big and small, Knows "sit" and waits for his meals, Loves toys and daily walks, Friendly and has a gentle mouth, Great meeting new people, Fun-loving. VIDEO: Daisy & Duke (formerly named Leo & Casey)

Bailey

Bailey is a 1-2 year old Shih Tzu mix we rescued from Porterville. More photos and info to come.

Squirt

Squirt is a 7 month old chihuahua/terrier mix we rescued from Delano. He *loves* to cuddle and curl up in your lap. He's submissive and does great with bigger dogs and is quiet in his crate. This little cutie is longing for a lap to curl up in on these cold wet spring days!

Arlo

Arlo is a 4-month old mix puppy we rescued from Shasta County. He was labeled a pit mix, but his foster and we agree that he doesn't look very pit at all. He may be part of Doberman. He weighs about 23lbs. and is figuring out the lay of the land quickly in his foster home (couch, stairs, etc.). He sleeps through the night in his crate without an issue. He's not a fan of the crate right now come day time. Arlo is showing himself to be an active boy in the couple of days he's been in rescue.

Coconut

Coconut is a 1-year old Poodle mix we rescued from Glenn County. He looks to have been groomed, but nobody came to claim him! He's a real sweet and friendly guy.

Apollo

Apollo is an 8-month old German Shepherd (mix?) we're rescuing from Glenn County. He's a really sweet boy and doesn't look to have much "mix" in him. Like any young pup, he'll need training to be a happy boy.

Scarlett

Scarlett is a 4-month old Chihuahua mix we rescued from Glenn County. She has been living in a foster home for a week while she awaits transport from the shelter and we're told she's super sweet, friend, and *loves* to play with the fosters cats.

Cleveland

Cleveland is a 1-2 year old Corgi mix who is described by shelter staff as super gentle and sweet.

Tully

Tully is a 2-year old Poodle mix we rescued from Fresno, who looks to be part Havanese. He's a precious, sweet boy--gentle and reliable with the young boys in his temporary foster home. He is playful (we think he has springs for legs), but not wild. Tully also walks well on leash and is happiest when he's snuggled up next to you. You can tell he really wants to be a part of the family. The cat in his temp. foster home inadvertently ran into him and he did not appear aggressive or overly interested. His coat was really matted so his coat is now shaved, but it will look gorgeous when it grows back. He was very trusting and cooperative during his bath and the groomer was singing his praises during a difficult clipping. He's only barked a few times and is generally quiet (hasn't barked when someone comes to the door).

Manny

Manny is a 1-year old terrier mix we rescued from Porterville. He's a sweet, friendly guy who loves to cuddle and is happy to stick by your side when you're at home. He hasn't had any accidents in his foster home so he looks to be fully house trained. He's gentle with children and does great at the dog park with the other pups.

Floyd

Floyd is a sweet and friendly Heeler mix, approx. 6-years old, who we rescued from the City of Shasta Lake shelter. He may be closer to 8 years old, but age is just a number to Floyd! He loves people and is easy going around other dogs, and doesn't seem to care about the cat in his temporary foster home. He is a great little guy, totally quiet in the house and seems to be house trained. He's chubby, but not interested in dog food much, so he must have had too many table scraps. He was surrendered to the shelter when his elderly owner passed away. He'll need someone who can help him shed some pounds. According to the shelter volunteers that loved him, he "oozes happiness."

Paisley

Paisley is an adorable little fluff ball Chow mix, who is estimated at about 4 months old. He has been getting great with his kennel mates and ready for a new home or his own.

Pearl

Pearl is estimated at just over a year old and described as a shepherd mix. We feel she looks more hound with those great markings. She loves attention and is completely content getting head rubs and would love a warm lap to rest on. More info and pictures to come.

Astro

Astro is a spunky 5-month old hound mix we rescued from Fresno. He is described as a playful boy who loves his toys. More info and pics to come.

Maggie

Maggie is a 1-2 year old yellow Lab mix we rescued from Fresno. She's very friendly, good with meeting new people, and gets along with other dogs. Love her happy, smiling face!

Yogi

Yogi is an affectionate and easy-going, 2-year old Boxer/Akita mix we rescued from Lassen County. More about Yogi: Happy to lay at your feet while you work, but is also game for a big hike or swim when you want to go, House trained, Loves all the dogs he meets (even if they don't like him) - will give them submissive licks, Loves water in all its forms and will try and swim in the bathtub if he can, Loves the snow, Loves affection, Athletic guy that can spring himself like a deer, Eager to please, Eager to learn new things, Sensitive and not a fan of big noisy streets, Quiet, not a barker, but will "talk" when he yawns or another dog barks at him through a fence, Loves his crate (it's his den), Handsome, unique face, Walks well on leash, Great dog for first-time dog owners. He's got a cute curled tail like an Akita, and trademark Boxer jowls. He is super playful with a happy-go-lucky puppy personality. He'd probably do best in a home without young kids.

Maybelle

Maybelle is a 1-2 year old Wirehaired Dachshund/terrier mix we rescued from Fresno. She's very sweet and is very well behaved when her foster takes her into work. She's very quiet, not a barker, and minds her manners. This shelter photo doesn't do this pretty girl justice. She's friendly towards people and gets along with the other dogs in her kennel at the shelter. More photos and info to come.

VIDEO: Maybelle plays fetch

Honey

Honey is an 8-month old Shepherd mix we rescued from Glenn County. In the words of her foster, "Honey is an absolute sweetheart. She is one of the friendliest, gentlest dogs that I've ever met, and is great with kids. She walks wonderfully on a leash without pulling, and is housetrained. Honey is 8 months old and loves to play, but her overall energy level is very low. She will want nothing more than to snuggle with you all day. She is definitely a velcro dog, and won't want to leave your side. No aggression here."

"She is also the perfect size. At 35 pounds, she's just compact enough to sleep on your chest for hours (or with you on the couch). She is calm in the car and will sleep through most car rides. Honey will make a friendly and wonderful companion in an apartment or a house environment."

Rudy

Rudy is a 1-year old Dachshund mix we rescued from Glenn County. This 15lb. guy is super cute, friendly, and very social. According to his foster he is a very mellow dog, sleeps in his crate through the night, and seems to be house trained (hasn't had an accident yet).

Rudy loves to follow you around the house and likes to play keep away with the resident dog. He's not much of a barker and is learning not to pull on the lead during walks. He sometimes wags his tail so hard that he double over! Adorable.

He's also done well with the cats at the shelter.

Ernie

Ernie is a 6-year old Jack Russell Terrier mix we rescued from Glenn County. He also looks like he could be part Basset Hound from his body shape. His foster says, "Ernie is doing great and is so fun, well-behaved, and housebroken. He was very patient through his bath and slept quietly in his crate through the whole night. He doesn't just like, he LOVES walks and gets so excited when you ask if he wants to go walkies. He's also a love bug so be careful if you or your guests have a seat because he'll ask to sit and sleep in a lap as soon as you do!" This super friendly guy does well with other dogs and has also done well with the cats at the shelter. VIDEOS: Ernie playing, Ernie and squeaky toy

Dulce

Sweet has can be, Dulce is 1-year old pretty mix we rescued from Oakdale. She looks to be Hound and part pit mix (she walks with her nose to the ground like a hound dog). She's super loving and submissive -- she'll roll onto her back for belly rubs and give soft kisses if you let her. She's done great with all the kids she's met so far. She's house-trained and has been left alone in her foster home for 5+ hours at a time and does well. Dulce minds well, is a quick study, knows "sit," and rides well in the car. Her nose is often to the ground as she tests out her trademark hound nose on the scents of the world. In addition to her smarts, she is spring loaded and can jump high and far, which could make her a fun dog for agility. Her first day of rescue she encountered some busy ranch life (many people, cars, cows, and chickens), and she patiently waited in the car without making a sound. She weighs about 45lbs, and is probably full grown.

Kinlee

Kinlee is a sweetheart 4-month old Lab/Shepherd mix we're rescuing from Shasta County. She loves toys, is 75-80% house-trained, enjoys the company of other dogs, does great with kids, sleeps through the night, and starts each day ready to make the most of it! She's an outgoing little lady, but if you raise your voice, she's sensitive.

She has been around one cat, and will sometimes chase the cat to play, but responds to the cat putting her in her place.

Ginger

Ginger is an ultra sweet, submissive 5-month old tan & brindle pit mix puppy we rescued at the very last minute from Tracy. She's very friendly and loves being cuddled. She's done great with all the people (adults, kids), horses, cats, and dogs she's met. She's got typical puppy energy but it's not over the top. This darling, curious girl will keep you smiling as she "hops" around the yard (she'll run and then hop in the air as if she's catching a ball...but there's no ball). She's learned the commands for sit, shake, and down already. She sleeps quietly in her crate through the night and is doing well with her potty training. Her adoption fee is $250, which includes her spay and current vaccinations. VIDEOS: Ginger is a love bug, Ginger playing with another dog, Ginger rolling in the grass, Ginger playing with another dog II, Ginger comes to whistle, Ginger explores, Curious Ginger

Marnie

Delilah is a spunky little 4-month old mix we rescued from Merced, who looks to have Italian Greyhound or Whippet in her (she's got a lovely lanky figure). She's currently being treated for Parvo, and will need a special home when she's out of the hospital. Please contact us if you'd like to learn more about how you can help. Dogs who survive Parvo make a full recovery and lead happy, normal doggy lives.

She loves all the people and dogs she meets and sleeps quietly in her crate throughout the night.

Delilah

Delilah is a spunky little 4-month old mix we rescued from Merced, who looks to have Italian Greyhound or Whippet in her (she's got a lovely lanky figure). She's currently being treated for Parvo, and will need a special home when she's out of the hospital. Please contact us if you'd like to learn more about how you can help. Dogs who survive Parvo make a full recovery and lead happy, normal doggy lives. She loves all the people and dogs she meets and sleeps quietly in her crate throughout the night.

Kayden

Kayden is an affectionate, smart, loving 5-6 month old pit mix puppy we rescued from Shasta County (who doesn't look all that pit-like). More about Kayden: Great with kids (living with a 2-year old who he has lots of patience with), Gets along great with dogs and people, Crate trained, Knows sit, stay, no, "go to bed" (and will stay in his bed until told otherwise!), Walks well on leash, Super friendly, affectionate, and loving, Floppy puppy with a gorgeous wavy tail like a Chesapeake Bay Retriever, Backed away or ignored cats he's met, Kayden's ready to bound and play his way into your heart! Kayden is doing well with his house training and weighs 34 lbs.

Baron

Baron is a 2-3 year old Golden Retriever mix we rescued from Delano. He's a friendly, sweet, easy-going big boy who will give you an adorable puppy wiggle when you rub his ears and talk sweetly to him. He loves being close to you. He's been doing really well in his foster home where he's shown to be good with other dogs and wonderful with kids (although sometimes clumsy around really small children). Everyone comments on what a sweet a dog he is. His foster says he's very loyal and eager to please. Baron is starting to really relax and figure out that his stressful shelter days are behind him! A forever home is just what this boy is looking for.

Patrick

Patrick is a 1-2 year old Maltese/Miniature Poodle mix we rescued from Oakdale. He's very loving and sweet, and wonderful with the kids in his foster home (ages 9 and 15). The kids love to wrap him up in a blanket and carry him, which he goes along with happily. He knows "sit" and is learning “stay” very quickly. He hasn't had an accident when his foster is at work, and he rarely barks. He is welcoming to new people, especially if they let him cuddle and rub his tummy! He doesn’t bother the foster family when they are eating at the table. He just sits under the table and doesn’t whine or jump up. He also stays in his bed at night. He came in as a stray, but still had his grooming bow on, so was someone's pet but they never came to claim him. He walks nicely on leash and got along with his kennel mate at the shelter.

Biscuit

Biscuit is a loving 4-month old Dachshund mix we rescued from Fresno. He's having fun playing with the dogs and cats in his foster home, and he loves to be a lapdog. One of his favorite things is backrubs--too cute. He also hasn't had any accidents so far in the house, and will tell you when he needs to go out by running around really fast. Biscuit is sleeping through the night in his crate without a peep. Biscuit will playfully growl at squeaky toys when he ultimately can't find the squeaker--something that's pretty funny to watch. He was also tested with cats and the shelter and did fine with them, so he could be a good fit for a home with kitties.

Oliver

Oliver is a really sweet and kind, 4-year old Cattle Dog/Wire Haired Terrier mix we rescued from Glenn County. He's a mellow, well behaved, loyal little guy. Oliver absolutely loves his bed and his house trained. He rides well in the car and learning to walk well on leash. He "sits" and "comes" pretty well and he's learning "stay" and "down." He's getting along with the cat in his foster home, but will chase her when they're outside.

He can be shy at first with new situations, but he opens up easily with a little attention and affection. His confidence will improve as he adjusts to life outside the shelter.

Edelweiss

Edelweiss is a 4-month old Hound/terrier mix we rescued from Fresno. She's a sweet girl with soulful eyes. She loves to follow one of the dogs in her foster home around everywhere. Edelweiss came to us unsure of new situations and with a little cold (which is never fun), but she's getting more and more comfortable every day and is feeling much better.

Benny

Benny is a playful and affectionate 1-2 year old terrier mix pup we rescued from Glenn County. He looks to be a mix of Manchester Terrier and a Smooth Fox Terrier, or perhaps a Min Pin/Dachshund mix. Benny doesn't care about labels though, he just knows he's a wonderful companion! He's social and friendly, and weighs only about 15lbs. He does well with other dogs, big and small, and is playful with them. This smart little guy already knows "sit" and is food motivated so should be fun to train. Benny loves to be held and give kisses. He's ridden in the car quietly while in his crate (he might do find outside the crate). He's got springs in his legs and can jump straight up in the air! VIDEOS: Benny sits, Benny practices sit

Cheyenne

Cheyenne is a very sweet 5-month old Queensland Heeler mix we rescued from Oakdale. She's good and gentle with the kids in her foster home (just wants to kiss them and lick their hands). She is okay with the cat as well--wants to play, but otherwise keeps her distance. Her foster says she's a good balance of energetic and mellow. She's a wonderful greeter when you come home, really makes you feel special! She loves squeaky toys and affection. Cheyenne also sleeps quietly in her crate. On a recent trip to the dog park she was mellow at first and just hung around watching the dogs play. if they came up to her she would give them a few licks "hello." After a little while she got more comfortable and came out of her shell to play more. She wasn't fearful, just acclimating. Everyone else at the dog park fell in love with her and wanted to take her home! She also goes to the bathroom right away when she goes out and has not had an accident since the first night. Cheyenne already knows "sit" and her foster thinks she'll be easy to train because she's so treat motivated.

Dandy

Dandy is an outgoing little 15lb. wire-haired terrier mix we rescued from Wasco, who looks to be part Austrailian Terrier. He's about 3-year old and very playful. Dandy is a friendly guy with all the people and dogs he's met. Even though he's a small guy, he can go for long walks and would enjoy an active home.

Penny

Penny is a sweet 2-year old Shepherd mix we rescued from Fresno. She's always ready to give affection (and receive it!). She *loves* to play fetch and is sleeping through the night. This good girl already knows "sit" and comes to her name.

Seamus

Seamus is a darling 10-week old Lab/Border Collie mix puppy we rescued from Glenn County.

Scully

Scully is a darling 10-week old Lab/Border Collie mix puppy we rescued from Glenn County.

Noah

Noah is a 4-month old Hound mix puppy we rescued from Fresno. This cutie gets along with other dogs.

Sean

Sean is a super sweet 10-week old Lab/Border Collie mix puppy we rescued from Glenn County.

Bugsy

Bugsy is a 4.5-month old Plott Hound mix pup we rescued from Red Bluff. He also has a Vizsla-look to him. He loves to sit in the grass and play with his tennis balls. This good-natured guy sleeps through the night quietly in his crate and did well with the young boys in his temporary foster home (gentle even in his puppy exuberance). He's only had one accident so far in his foster home, so he's doing great with house training.

Bugsy is adjusting to life outside the shelter and can be timid with new people. When he warms up to you though, he's a sweet and goofy puppy. He'll continue to gain confidence in his foster home, but would love a patient, kind adopter willing to socialize him to new experiences. Bugsy will return the favor with a lifetime of devotion. He weighs about 30lbs and will grow up to be tall and lean. VIDEOS: Bugsy plays in yard, Bugsy and toy

Digby

With the tilt of his head and smile from ear to ear...this dog will steal your heart in seconds. Digby is a happy 6 month old Queensland Heeler mix we rescued from Porterville. He's a total fluff ball and maybe one of the quirkiest looking dogs we've met...That's not his fault though, someone decided to shave off the fur around this neck, so he looks like a dog in a fat suit...it'll grow back though!

Digby's a very friendly boy who loves his walks, and is getting practice on leash. He's gets very still when you pet him, as if he's savoring all the loving goodness. He appears to be house trained and will sleep through the night without any issues.

The shelter staff said he had such a happy, loving temperament that they wanted to make him an office dog and not have to kennel him.

Dunstan

Dunstan is a sweet, submissive 5-month old Cairn Terrier mix we rescued from Merced. His foster calls him "the perfect puppy." He sleeps quietly through the night and has yet to whine for anything. Dunstan is an expert cuddler who loves to give kisses.

He loves his crate and goes into it willingly if you leave the crate door open. He seems fully house trained and has only had one accident in his foster home. He has met the house cat and did not seem to mind him.

He is starting to come out of him shell and loves to play. Once he warms up to you, he loves to stay by your side. He is fine with small dogs but is a little unsure right now about big dogs. VIDEOS: Dunstan in the rain, Dunstan takes a roll in the grass

Dusty

Dusty is a 1-year old, 34 lbs. terrier mix we rescued from Shafter who looks to be part Border Terrier and Parson Russell Terrier. He's a very loving and affectionate guy who loves to be by your side. He's settling in well at his foster home and getting along great with the resident dog. Dusty's enjoying his walks, playing in the yard, and much deserved naps in the sunshine. He's a "sweet sweet" submissive guy according to his foster. He's sleeping well in his crate at night and hasn't had any accidents in the house. He's a mellow pup so far.

Dusty was picked up off of the streets and was found with scrapes and cuts, and what looks like the marks of being shot with a pellet gun. Despite these sad circumstances, he's a loving boy ready to be someone's trusting new best friend and companion. Dusty would hugs, cuddles, and kisses to the smaller dogs at the shelter (what a reassuring guy!). VIDEO: Dusty with soccer ball

Piper

Piper is a super cute 6 to 9-month old Terrier mix we rescued from Glen County. She's a really sweet and lovable little 12lb girl. Piper is a little shy at first, but after she warms up she's very social. She'll just need an adopter willing to socialize her to build her confidence.

Belly rubs and kisses are her favorite pastimes. As a puppy she's very curious about the world and a big fan of romps and play time. After a nice walk she'd love to curl up next to you for a little rest.

She's working on her house training and learning the "sit" command.

Nell

Nell is a 6-month old black Lab mix we rescued from Glenn County. Her foster says she's a total love, spunky, playful, and fun. She's smart, attentive to her humans, and very eager to please. Nell loves attention and is very affectionate.

She may have some herding dog in her, because she likes to herd her foster family (gotta keep an eye on the flock!). She's a fast learner and every day her manners improve as he learns commands like sit, off, quiet, and come.

Puddle

This dog will melt your heart and you'll be left with a puddle of love! Puddle, named for the fun Spring-time activity of splashing in puddles, is a 1-2 year old English Bull Dog mix we rescued from Merced. She looks like she might have some Boston Terrier, too. According to her veteran foster, "Seriously, this dog couldn't be any sweeter if she was coated in honey. She is the friendliest, most gentle, loveable dog we have fostered to date by far. She is so good with the kids and she completely ignores the cat besides a welcome sniff. If you are sitting down she will just put her head on your lap and look adoringly at you while waiting for love." The shelter staff *loved* this girl and said she's a total "wiggle butt" who gets along with all the other dogs and the people she meets.

Tessa

Gorgeous on the inside and out, Tessa is a super sweet 8-month old Dalmatian mix we rescued from Tracy. Tessa isn't just another pretty face...she knows "sit" and "shake," she can walk on her hind legs, and she's great fun at the dog park! At the dog park she takes social cues well and will leave a dog alone if they don't want to play. She gets along with everyone at the dog park and is very playful and engaging. Tessa also loves water and splashing about. Tessa walks pretty well on leash and will give sweet kisses if you let her. Tessa loves a good romp in the yard and will enjoy an active lifestyle with her adoptive family. She could have fun for hours running about, so she'd be happiest in a home that will enjoy doing runs, dog park outings, etc. with her. Like any young dog, Tessa and her future family will benefit from some training. She's currently unsure about young kids, so would probably do best in a home with teenagers or without children. Tessa weighs about 45lbs. Tessa is living in San Francisco where she's a hearing guide for her new doggy brother, who is deaf. VIDEOS: Tessa plays fetch, Tessa's first day.

Sam

Sam is a stunningly handsome 1.5-year old black Labrador mix we rescued from Shasta County. More about Sam: Trustworthy left alone in the house, House trained and crate trained, Affectionate, Great with all types of other dogs, Would enjoy an active home, 70lbs on a slender, tall frame, Wonderfully silky fur, Knows commands for sit, down, off, out, up, okay, leave it. He also likes half of "fetch"-- the chasing down the toy or ball part! Maybe you could train him to bring it back :-). Sam has been great with all the dogs he's met, even the unruly and dominant ones! He shrugs off being growled at by other dogs and continues to wag his tail. Sam's former adopter has observed that he has a tendency to escape the house whenever he is given an easy opportunity, so his future adopter would have to watch for this. Sam loves affection but isn't overly needy -once he's had his fill he'll go lay down in the room with you. He'd love to sleep up on the bed with you, but will also happily take the floor by the foot of the bed as a consolation prize. In his foster home, Sam also let a toddler bang on his crate without any reaction and just licked her fingers when she stuck them through the gate. Sam was an owner surrender and is once again looking for a forever home.

Sophie

Sophie is a mellow, cuddly 3-month old Labrador/Border Collie mix we rescued from Shasta County along with her sisters Sinead and Shannon. Her foster says "she's the sweetest, most well behaved dog!" She loves everyone she meets and is pretty calm for a puppy. Sophie sleeps through the night in her crate and loves taking walks. She's good about going outside for the bathroom and is on her way to being house trained. For her out-of-shelter bath, she did great. She really seemed to love the warm water, so maybe you'll have a water dog on your hands! Her foster hasn't heard her bark yet. This sweetheart was dumped at the end of the road and now is getting a second chance through rescue. VIDEO: Sophie

Otis

Otis is a 2-3 year old terrier mix we rescued from Merced. Otis is a very friendly, but not in a hyper-jump-all-over-you kind of way. He's also a lean little guy with long legs, weighing no more than 20lbs probably. He's also got the cutest underbite, so he never is without a smile!

Coral

Coral is a 9-week old pit mix puppy we rescued from Merced along with her siblings Surf and Marina. She's a cute and confident little lady who loves to lay by your feet and play with the big dogs in her foster home.

Coral is smart, fearless, and already knows "sit" and "stay." She's learning to go potty as soon as her fosters take her out in the yard. If she has to go in the house, she finds the puppy pads and goes there. She's ver food motivated so training should come quickly for her. She's got fun puppy energy so she would love an active family to play with and take her on adventures. VIDEOS: Coral learns the stairs, Coral plays with ball

Quincy

Quincy is a 9-month old black Lab/Border Collie mix we rescued from Shasta County. This handsome fella is a super friendly and affectionate guy (would be a lap dog if you let him!). When he meets new people he cuddles right up to them like they're best friends.

He walks well on leash and loves riding in the car. He's a smart guy and doing well with the commands for sit, stay, and shake, and responds well to "no." Quincy loves a good walk, but is also happy when he gets to relax and chill on the couch with you. He weighs about 50lbs.

Ranger

Ranger is a happy, mellow 5-month old mixed breed puppy we rescued from Glenn County, labeled a Hound mix. Ranger always has a wagging tail and is a social, friendly guy with all the people and dogs he's met. While he's playful, he's also content to just hang out. When it is time for fun and games, he loves fetch...the first half anyway! He jumps after his toys like a large hopping bunny, which can't help but bring a smile to your face. He's still working on the bringing it back part. Ranger is crate trained and sleeps through the night without issue. He's doing well with house training, and hasn't had an accident in the house in over a week. He's also pretty good on leash. He's not an incessant barker, but will announce if there's a trespassing possum in the backyard. Poor Ranger was found abandoned on a rural country road, and is ready for a home that will love him forever.

Missy

Missy (aka Mistletoe) is a loving, social, and friendly 9-month old mixed breed we're rescuing from Glenn County, but need a foster first before she can come. She looks to be part Boxer, Greyhound, and a herding breed like Heeler/Cattle Dog, Aussie, or Border Collie. Missy is playful and submissive with other dogs, and loves every person she meets. She's also crate trained, and has never had an accident in her foster home. She hasn't been left unsupervised, but there's a good chance she's house trained. She came into Glenn County shelter in December with road rash and a badly broken back left ankle. She likely fell out the back of a truck or got hit by a car. Her ankle break was so bad they weren't sure if they could save her leg, but they wanted to give it a try. A kind sponsor paid for her medical expenses and she was taken in by a shelter volunteer while she recuperated.

Buttercup

Buttercup is a 5-month old mixed breed puppy we rescued from Glenn County labeled a Hound mix. She's a total sweetheart and loves to snuggle and earn belly rubs with her adorable-ness but also likes to play and can be a real wiggle worm at times. She has the most beautiful markings on her face and stripe-like brindle coloring on her sides.

She's getting better with potty training each and every day. She's really good about her crate and will sleep through the night with no problems. She was found abandoned on a rural country road.

Sinead

Sinead is a sweet, people-oriented 3-month old Labrador/Border Collie mix we rescued from Shasta County along with her sisters Sophie and Shannon. She loves taking toys away from her sister, Shannon, but hasn't figured out what to do with them afterward.

This sweetheart was dumped at the end of the road and now is getting a second chance through rescue.

Fergus

Fergus is a very loving 1-year old Border Collie mix we rescued from Glenn County. This sweet boy is submissive and friendly. He'll roll over to show you his belly for some wonderful attention. His coat is so soft, it's a win-win proposition!

Fergus is a very loving boy who follows his foster around the house to be close. This polite guy doesn't bother the food on the counter or on the table. He's also good with the kids in his foster home (ages 9, 15).

He went right past a cat the other day on a walk and besides staring at it, he didn't react.
He walks nicely on leash and is gaining confidence with new surroundings. He probably weighs between 40-50lbs.

Boyd

Boyd is a super friendly 1-year old apricot terrier mix we rescued from Merced. He's got a super soft coat, almost like a Corgi's. He's done well so far with the dogs he's met.

Duncan

Duncan is a playful and sweet 10-month old Black Lab mix we rescued from Glenn County. Duncan has a wonderful temperament and as you can see from the photos and videos, he loves children - even toddlers! He was unphased when a toddler was banging on his crate door while he was eating. What a laid back guy! More about Duncan: Calm, friendly meeting new dogs/people, Loves to please people, Hasn't had an accident in the house, Learning "sit" and walking well on leash, Would be a great running companion, Will give you kisses if you let him, Enjoys toys, Easy-going temperament. Duncan's been doing well with other dogs and has been around cats, too, but needs more time to be comfortable and consistent living with kitties. Duncan will need some time and training to get fully comfortable in his crate as he does whine for a bit when you first put him in. VIDEOS: Duncan with small kid, Curious Duncan

Teddy

Teddy is a happy, loving 1-2 year old 14-15 lbs. Terrier-Chihuahua mix we rescued from Delano. More about Teddy: A mellow guy, Sweet and gentle with small kids, Total lap dog, Enjoys the beach and ocean, Knows "sit", Loves to be close to you, Sits quietly for baths, Quiet in his crate, Rides well in the car, Hasn't displayed separation anxiety, Good with other dogs, Responds well to "no", Loves affection, Has fun at the dog park. His foster family is great about giving him new experiences and helping him build confidence. They think he's a wonderful dog, and he's really come out of his shell with them. He's a very happy boy with his people! The little boy in Teddy's foster home will sit on the floor and say, "Teddy, you want to come sit on my lap?" and pats his lap and Teddy goes right over. It's the cutest thing! Teddy has met a friendly cat in the neighborhood and was a bit scared, but also interested. VIDEOS: Teddy at the dog park, Teddy at the beach, Teddy playing, Teddy with toy, Teddy, Sugar, & Spice

Sprout

Sprout is a 3.5 month old Lab mix we rescued from Shasta County. She weighs about 25-30lbs.

Truman

Truman is a pit mix estimated at about 9 months old. He was rescued from Lake County and was one of the shelter favorites. He's an adorable dog with lots of puppy energy. He is just bursting with love and wants to make friends wherever he goes. He loves kids and playing with other dogs. His intital cat test went well, not showing much interest at all. He's learned the commands for "sit" and is working on "leave it." The shelter volunteers say he loved playing in the kiddie pool splashing around, so cute! VIDEOS: Truman, Truman playing, Truman with ball, Truman in the yard, Truman playing with Maggie, Truman tug-o-war, Truman with little dog Rusty

Pilot

This little guy will send your heart soaring with puppy love! Pilot is a sweet, social 9-week old Cattle Dog/Lab mix we rescued from Glenn County. He's a playful, energetic pup who is friendly with everyone he meets. Pilot is submissive, but not shy or fearful. He had a lot of fun playing with a bunch of other dogs recently and everyone was so impressed by his disposition. He greeted the cat in his foster home with a lick, so he'd probably do well in a home with kitties. He's very responsive to his foster mom when she calls. He's also been showing to be good on leash. His first night in foster care he whined for a few minutes in his crate and then was fast asleep through the night. More photos and info to come! He weighs about 15lbs. VIDEO: Pilot's first day

Penelope

Penelope is a 1-year old mix we rescued from Glenn County. She looks to be part Miniature Pinscher, and maybe Italian Greyhound. Penelope doesn't care about labels though - she just wants a family to call her own. Penelope is doing great in her foster home--she's getting confidence and is becoming an outgoing little lady. Each morning she meets lots of new folks at a local park and loves playing with the other dogs she meets, big or small. Her foster says she loves to sit in your lap and give kisses, and is also content to just sit near you on the couch. She also walks well on a leash. Penelope also seems to be housebroken and sleeps well in her crate. A quiet girl, her foster hasn't heard her bark. She comes when called, seems to know the word "no". Curious and engaging, she's a real delight of a dog. Penelope has also shown to be afraid of cats, so it's possible she could grow to coexist with them.

Rover

Rover is a 5-month old mixed breed puppy we rescued from Glenn County that the shelter labeled a Hound mix. He loves toys and playing with his brother Ranger. He has typical puppy energy and loves to romp and run in the yard. He weighs about 36lbs. This happy boy is still gaining his confidence with the world around him, but he's figuring things out quick (mastered the stairs to the back deck in his foster home in a day). Rover is crate trained and sleeps through the night without issue. He's doing well with house training, and only has an accident when he doesn't have access to outside.
He was found abandoned on a rural country road.

Nakia

Nakia is a sweet 6-month old Shepherd mix we rescued from Shasta County. She's affectionate and gives soft kisses. She knows the command for "sit" and loves to play ball. Shelter volunteers call her a "special pup" who will make some adopter very lucky. She was surrendered to the shelter because her people did not have enough time for her.

Clover

Clover is a 3.5-month old Lab/Shepherd mix we rescued from Shasta County, arriving Saturday 3/3. More photos and info to come! She weighs about 25-30lbs.

Joaquin

Joaquin is a happy, joyful 1-year old Labrador/Poodle mix we rescued from Shasta County. He looks more like a Lab/Fox Terrier mix than a Lab/Poodle mix.

He loves to play ball, fetch, and has fun playing with other dogs. He was found abandoned along with his brother at a job site. The person who found them said they are house trained, good with kids and good with other dogs. He weighs about 55lbs.

Marina

Marina is a loving, cuddly 10-week old pit mix puppy we rescued from Merced along with her siblings Surf and Coral. This sweet girl gets along with other dogs, big and small and is friendly with every person she meets.Marina is a playful and energetic gal who loves to pounce on her toys, especially the squeaky ones and tennis balls. She is very submissive to her Doxie doggy housemate and they've gotten along from the start.

She's also polite! She knows she can't be up on the furniture in her foster home without an invitation so she'll sit and wait for you to call her up for a cuddle. Marina doesn't bark unless she wants to play, and she's getting used to her crate (just a little whining at first, but this is getting better every day). She's doing well with her potty training and is learning "sit," "off," "wait," and "come." Food motivated, she'll be fun to train. Her foster says, "any household would be lucky to have her." VIDEOS: Marina and chew toy, Marina and squeaky toy

Kilee

Kilee is a 3.5 month old Lab/Shepherd mix we're rescuing from Shasta County, arriving Saturday, 3/3. More photos and info to come. She weighs about 25-30lbs.

Surf

Surf is a 9-week old pit mix puppy we rescued from Merced along with his siblings Coral and Marina. He's a sweet snuggly boy and is getting along with the dogs (big and small) in his foster home.

He sleeps through the night on his foster's bed, and just loves to be near people. VIDEO: Surf plays

Mulligan

Mulligan is a really sweet, mellow 1-year old Border Collie mix we rescued from Glenn County. He's a very nice, submissive boy and is good with other dogs (including the one he's fostered with). More about "Mulli": Happy guy, with a tail that's always wagging. "Sweetest guy ever" and "really mellow". He melts when you start to pet him. Loves toys (but doesn't destroy them). Loves walks. Gets complimented on his good looks (but doesn't let that go to his head). He'll put his head and on your lap if you're petting him. Quiet when left alone in his crateHe's pretty good on leash, is good about coming when called, but could use some basic training, such as learning commands. He's doing well becoming fully house trained. In his first temp. foster home he learned the doggy door very quickly. Like his name suggests, he's getting a second chance at life thanks to Copper's Dream. He probably weighs between 40-50lbs.

Petey

Petey is an adorable 6-month old Border Collie/Cattle Dog mix we rescued from Glenn County. He's a sweet, loving, friendly guy who has gotten along well with all the dogs and people he's met so far. He had a beach outing where he would have loved to run around more (we ask fosters to keep dogs leashed).

VIDEO: Petey goes to the beach

Sandy

Sandy is a 2-year old mix we rescued from Devore. She is a darling girl, full of love, who has a lot to give her future adopter. While she's a mellow, calm dog, she always jumps for joy when her fosters come home! More about Sandy: A "people" dog, Mellow and calm, Adores affection and companionship, Doesn't need a lot of exercise, Trustworthy left alone uncrated, Takes treats gently, Excellent in her crate, Loves the beach, Knows "sit", "Softest coat ever!", Learned doggy-door right awaySandy would be a great dog for a working family since she doesn't need a lot of exercise and has proven she can be left alone, even uncrated, for many hours without touching a thing. Sandy would do best in a home as the only dog since she hasn't done well with other alpha dogs. She has done well with submissive dogs though. The shelter labeled her as a Shepherd/Pit mix, but we think she's more of a Shepherd/Lab/Akita mix based on her personality, body shape, coat, webbed toes and head/muzzle. VIDEOS: Sandy so happy to play, Sandy gettin' some lovin', Sandy playing with Ryan, More Sandy playing

Joe

Joe is an approx. 1-year old sweetheart Lab mix we rescued from Merced. His fosters say he's a really mellow, extremely affectionate boy. He gets along with the dogs in his foster home and hasn't had any accidents so far in the house. He has slept quietly through the night, too, and walks great on leash.

His fosters want to call him "Gentle Ben" because of his cuddly face and gentle disposition. He weighs only about 35lbs.

Sugar

Sugar is a 4 month old Shepherd mix we rescued from Delano along with her sister Spice (sugar and spice, and everything nice!). Sugar is a very friendly, affectionate, easy-going puppy who loves being close to people. She's on the submissive side and is doing well with the other dogs in her foster home. She will probably grow to be a large dog. VIDEOS: Teddy, Sugar & Spice, More Teddy, Sugar & Spice

Spice

Spice is a 4-month old Shepherd mix we rescued from Delano along with her sister Sugar (sugar and spice, and everything nice!). Spice is a sweet, affectionate puppy who loves people, being close to you, and getting attention. She's more assertive than her sister Sugar. Both are fitting in really well in their foster home with other dogs.

She minds well, is well-behaved, and wants to please. Spice has shown to be very good with other dogs and cats. Spice is pretty calm for a puppy her age and will probably grow to be a large dog. VIDEOS: Teddy, Sugar & Spice, More Teddy, Sugar & Spice

Bandit

Bandit is a 5-month old mixed breed puppy we rescued from Glenn County labeled a Hound mix. He's super sweet and playful. At a recent adoption event he did great with all the dogs, kids, and adults he met. He does well with other dogs but loves people - people are his favorite. He's a pretty mellow guy who likes to hang out on the couch (his foster is teaching him this is where people sit...but if you want a couch buddy, Bandit will be happy to oblige!). He's already learned the command for sit and is a natural at fetch. Out on walks he's enjoying meeting new people and getting petted. When he see birds, he does an excellent "point" so there might be some Pointer in him. He was found abandoned on a rural country road. VIDEOS: Bandit plays fetch, Bandit and Fiona with toys, Bandit and Fiona at adoption event, Bandit and Fiona

Wally

Wally is a very sweet 2-year old medium-size Boxer mix we rescued from Delano. He loves attention and enjoys running and playing. He does well with the people and dogs he meets and will make a great transition into almost any home. He loves going for walks--they make him happy! He's doing great in his foster home and is well behaved during the daytime in yard. He's house trained and will give everyone their distance while eating meals at the table. At night, he'd love to up on the bed with you or nearby, but isn't a fan of his crate. He came into rescue a little unsure of a home environment (he was probably a backyard dog), but he's much more comfortable now and has learned some great house manners. Wally is good with other dogs, but he will chase cats. This handsome guy weighs 53 pounds.

Finnegan

Finnegan is an adorable 6-month old black Wire Hair Pointer/Lab mix we're rescuing from the City of Lake County shelter. He's very sweet, loves people and snuggling with them, and appears to have had some training. He's been great with the little kids he's met and is submissive at the dog park, making friends to play with. He sleeps through the night and knows the command for "sit' and is learning "lay down." He learned to walk well on leash in just a couple of days. He's treat motivated and eager to please. His fosters took him to the beach and he had a grand time playing and dipping his paws into the water. The first day in his foster home he had a couple of accidents in the house but since then, hasn't had any, and it seems like he's on his way to being house trained. He goes outside and to go potty on his own when his foster opens the door. He also looks like he'd make a good running partner. He's a playful happy guy and as a puppy will need exercise and training to be happy and healthy.

Snoopy

To describe Snoopy in one word it would be "gentleman." Shelter volunteers say he's such a calm, polite dog, even with all the activity at shelter. Snoopy is an adorable Beagle mix, approximately 3 years old, who we're rescuing from Oakdale. See how nicely he's sitting in his photo? And he walks on a leash with perfect manners, no pulling, or jumping.

He only weighs about 24 pounds. He has a beagle face, and coloring, but there must be a little Dachshund in his family because his body is long, and low to the ground. What a doll!

Stella

Stella is a darling Shepherd/Cattle Dog mix, about 7-10 months old, that we rescued from Porterville. In the words of her foster, "I Love this dog!" Stella is so cute and sweet, and is doing fine with the cat and dog in her foster home. She's got an adorable bob tail and knows how to play fetch. Stella also rides well in the car and just rests her head on the backseat. She's a very sweet girl and wasn't reactive to any of the dogs at the shelter.

Chloe

Chloe's foster says she's "the sweetest, most affectionate girl." She's is a 1-year old Shepherd mix we rescued from Porterville. Chloe looks to already know how to play "fetch," too! She's an easy-going friendly girl who jumped right into her foster mom's lap when she met her.

Beau

Beau is an adorable 6-month old German Shepherd/Black Lab mix we rescued from Merced. This happy boy is very lovable, snuggly, and gentle. He also has a goofy side and loves to play. Shelter volunteers say he takes treats gently.

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Cody

Cody is a 6-month old Shepherd mix we rescued from Glen County. He's a really sweet boy.

Fiona

Fiona is a 5-month old mixed breed puppy we rescued from Glenn Count labeled as a Hound mix. She's a darling girl and very playful. At a recent adoption event she did great with all the dogs, kids, and adults she met. In her foster home she's doing well with everyone she meets and

She was found abandoned on a country road - no place for a puppy! More photos and info to come. Her adoption fee is $300, which covers her spay and current vaccinations. VIDEOS: Bandit and Fiona with toys, Bandit and Fiona

Jovi

Jovi is a sweet, friendly 2-3-year old mix we rescued from Porterville. She gets along with everybody and is doing great in her foster home, with people, the dog, and cat. On walks she's good on leash and friendly with the other dogs she meets. She's very friendly meeting new people, too.

This compact little lady is the perfect size for any adventure and she does really well in the car. She hasn't had any accidents so far in the house and she sleeps through the night. The shelter labeled her as a Shepherd mix, but we see terrier more than anything. She weighs about 35 lbs. Her adoption fee is $250, which covers her spay and current vaccinations. VIDEO: Jovi on a walk

Roscoe

Roscoe is a cuddly and fun 2-year old Greyhound mix we rescued from the City of Lake County shelter. This sweet boy loves to cuddle and will crawl in your lap if you let him. He rides well in the car and is is good with people and other dogs. He's having a lot of fun playing with the dog in his foster home. In the words of his foster, "This dog is awesome. A total snuggle bunny, high energy but naps a lot, weighs 48 pounds, likes toys, follows commands, knows his name, and is a delight." He slept in his crate after only a minute of fussing. He already knows the commands for sit and lay down, so appears to have had some training. Roscoe's also been good about going potty outside. VIDEOS: Roscoe playing frisbee, Roscoe's first day in rescue

Terry

Terry is a 2-3-year old Australian Kelpie mix we rescued from Delano. Terry is a very sweet, friendly, and loving girl. This mellow girl does great in a bath and is quiet in her crate at night (although isn't a huge fan of it). She does well on leash, although may pull some here and there.

She loves people and loves to please. She enjoys getting hugs, ear rubs, and any sort of affection you can give her. Terry has a loving look she'll give you that will melt your heart. She recently weaned puppies back at the shelter but is now getting her figure back! VIDEO: Terry at the shelter

Captain

Can't decide on the right dog among a sea of potential puppies? Maybe you need a captain to lead the way! Captain is an approx. 4-month old pit mix we rescued from Oakdale, and he weighs about 29 pounds.

He's super social and has a great spunky personality. He gets along great with other dogs and he is a very sweet boy.

Sierra

Sierra is a cute 1-year old Australian Kelpie mix we rescued from Delano. She also looks like she has Border Collie in her. We love her distinctive white spotted left paw! She's a very nice, happy girl with a great doggy smile--she's ready to enjoy life to its fullest! She loves people and being involved with everything going on with them. She's good with other dogs and shelter volunteers told us they think she'd be great with children. This playful gal loves toys and having someone who will enjoy playing with her. She'd enjoy an active adopter who will take her for nice walks and adventures. VIDEO: Sierra at the shelter (then called "Sandy")

Calla

Calla is a 1-2 year old terrier mix we rescued from Devore. We think this cutie has some Brussels Griffon in her because of a little underbite. Her foster says she's such an easy dog. She's house trained and sleeps through the night outside of her crate. This 12-pound girl loves to curl up in the sun. She just quietly follows you around and then will gladly curl up next to you. She loves the big blue pit bull in her foster home and you can find them curled up together or with Calla laying on top of her! They love to play and chase each other down at the beach. Then back at the house she'd love to find your lap for some cuddle time. She can be cautious with new people and in new environments but once comfortable she will gladly hope in your lap for a good cuddle session. VIDEOS: Calla & Bella playing, Calla playing outside, Calla on the beach

Roadie

Roadie is a 6-month old Viszla mix puppy we rescued from Red Bluff. He's a lovable big boy with an amazingly soft coat. Roadie is also an "epic snuggler" and loves to jump in your arms and lay his head in your lap. This treat-motivated boy is doing a good job learning "sit" right now. He really enjoys getting to run and play at the dog park to get his energy out. He's submissive with the dogs he's met and if they're aggressive he'll back down. He also appears to be house trained--not one accident yet in his foster home! Upon meeting the foster home's cat he was very excited and would probably chase as a sporting dog, but he wasn't aggressive and was easily distracted by treats. He loves to find his way into your lap and will give kisses on command (You'll have to ask his foster about that!). Chew toys are a favorite pastime. Roadie loves being around people, and will ride and wait well in the car. He'll play fetch for fun but isn't fixated on it like some dogs can be. He'll go into his crate for a nap on his own and he'll sleep through the night in it without a peep. Vizlas are sporting dogs so Roadie will do best with an active household looking to include him on their adventures. He's got big paws so he has some growing to do. As a puppy, he'll appreciate some basic training.

Zeus

Zeus is a sweet 7-month old Lab max we rescued from Shasta Lake City Shelter. He's the life of the party and loves all the people and dogs he meets. Zeus hops into his crate easily, loves to fetch, and is unphased around the group of young boys at the house. He has seen a cyclist whiz by aside from watching, didn't react. He is easy to walk, listens, doesn't pull. Zeus has a wonderful nature. He's also a quiet guy - making not a peep in his temp. foster home.

As a young pup, he'll need exercise and training to be a happy boy. He weighs about 67 pounds. VIDEOS: Zeus, Zeus playing, Zeus at adoption event

Mae

Mae is a super sweet and social 1-year old Terrier mix we rescued from Glen County. She's doing well with the other dog in her foster home and they enjoy playing with each other. She's also a fan of curling up next to you but doesn't have to be in your lap.

She hasn't had any accidents in the house and sleeps quietly throughout the night in her crate. Mae has also learned how to use the doggie door on her own. She is a curious little girl and hasn't destroyed anything in the house when left alone. She likes to play in the yard with soccer balls, responds well to 'no'.

She's got some cute white patches on her chest and weighs about 15lbs.

Luna

Luna is a 1-year old mix we rescued from Porterville. Luna is the type of dog that needs one to two weeks in a home before her true personality shines through. Once she feels secure in her environment, she is super sweet, loves to cuddle, plays great with dogs big and small, is friendly with cats, and comes when called. However, when Luna first switches homes, she can be defensive towards other dogs, especially when she is walked on leash. As a result, Luna is looking for a family with the patience to help her overcome her insecurities. If you are willing to invest the time to form a bond with this special girl, she will certainly be a faithful, devoted companion for life. Because of Luna's unique personality, it is possible to arrange for a trial period before committing to adoption. Luna has lots of fun with the five dogs in her foster home (of all sizes). When she encounters the cats in her foster home she just gives a sniff and a tail wag and then goes on her way. At a recent visit to a county park, she had fun watching the kids on the playground and the skateboarders whizzing about. She's also done fine walking down very busy streets with lots of car, bicycle, and pedestrian (and surfboard!) traffic. Luna's been left alone in rooms of her foster home and hasn't disturbed a thing. She was kenneled with four Chihuahuas at the shelter and did great with them--shared a bed and was a kind, mother figure. She is listed as a pit/shepherd mix, but we see Shepherd and Cattle Dog.

Bingo

Bingo is an 8lb, 9-month old Jack Russell Terrier-Chihuahua mix we rescued from Delano. Bingo is one of the cutest little guys you will ever see. He's a really nice boy who loves people, gets along with everyone, and has shown to be great with children.

He's so friendly and will run right up to anyone to say "hello." Bingo still has a little puppy in him and loves to have fun. He loves playing with other dogs (games like chase) and enjoys his toys. VIDEOS: Bingo at the shelter, Bingo giving kisses

Darby

Darby is a really sweet and playful 1 to 2-year old, 15lb mix we rescued from Glen County. This friendly girl looks to be part Doxie. Her foster says she's very well behaved and interested in making friends with every other animal she meets (including the cat in the home--walks up and gives him a kiss on the nose and goes down into a play stance).

Darby loves walks and is quiet and calm in the home. She will quietly lay down to chew on her toys. She gets to sleep with her foster family and loves it - giving a joyous "hello" in the morning when you wake up. Although she wasn't a fan of her first post-shelter bath, she stood patiently and quietly until it was over.

Diana

Diana is a smart, happy-go-lucky 1-year old Shepherd mix we rescued from Porterville and weighs about 40 pounds. She's a very sweet dog who looks like she might have a little Sharpei in her as well. She loves people and other dogs, is quiet in her crate, and has a fun-loving and outgoing personality. She learned sit and down in just a few minutes --what a smart cookie! As a puppy still, she can be energetic so she'll enjoy going on adventures and long walks with her new family. Until she mellows out a bit with age, she'd probably do best in a home with older children. She has a lot of fun entertaining herself outside in the yard. She's only really known life in the shelter, coming there when she was a puppy. VIDEO: Diana at the beach

Timon

Timon is a sweet, mellow 16-week old hound/pit mix puppy. He loves everybody, walks well on leash, and has mastered "sit." He found a cat in the yard recently and his response was an excited tail-wag and a lick on the face to say hello. The cat wasn't a fan of this idea, so tried to claw him in the face--Timon got the message and just left him alone. He's a dear soul! He also gets along great with other dogs. When his foster home was undergoing construction work he was unaffected by the noise and hustle/bustle of people. Timon is very gentle about taking treats and is food motivated (he'll gladly take your offer of an extra carrot from the chopping board!). He's not a big fan of his crate, but does well at night outside of it. He's a big growing boy and weighs about 45 pounds. He's doing well with potty training and only has an accident when you miss his signals--understandable with a puppy his age.

Jack

Jack is a 2-3 year old mix we rescued from Glen County. He loves being near you and will crawl into your lap if you let him. Otherwise, he's content to lay next to you wherever you're sitting. He's a great cuddler and is getting along great with the dogs and cat in his foster home (his foster says he's the best foster dog yet with the cat!).

Jack looks like he might be house trained! As for his breed, for some reason his shelter labeled him a pit mix...when to us he's very clearly a cattle dog type of mix, maybe with some Pointer in there because of his tall stature/longer legs. Jack doesn't care about labels though! He just wants a family of his own. VIDEO: Jack saying hi to Calla

Patrick

Patrick is a 10-month old Corgi/Spaniel mix we rescued from Red Bluff along with his best bud Barnaby (who are probably litter mates). Patrick has one stunning blue eye.

Kona

Kona is a very handsome and very sweet 6-month old Chocolate Lab mix we rescued from Red Bluff. He was adopted through his foster-to-adopt family.

Rusty

Rusty is a friendly little 4-month old, 8-9 lb Terrier mix puppy we rescued from Delano. Rusty is a happy little guy who wants to play, play, play (whether it's with the big dogs in his foster home, or just with some toys). He's doing well walking on leash and prances when he gets excited. He likes to follow his foster mom from room to room and is doing well with house training (doing a good job of ringing the bells by the door when he needs to go out). Rusty is a sweet little pup who will stay small. VIDEOS: Rusty, Rusty and his cackling witch toy, Rusty and Casey

Charlie

Charlie is 16-week old mix puppy we rescued along with his sister Lucy from Glen County. Even in a new setting he's a good sport, playing well with new dogs, without whining and barking. He also appears to already be house trained already! The shelter paperwork labels them as pit mixes, but we were originally told Boxer mix, which we see, along with maybe American Bulldog. Charlie doesn't care about labels though! He's just looking for love. Charlie and Lucy were left at a boarding kennel by their owner who never came to get them...their time was up in the shelter until Copper's Dream stepped in. VIDEO: Charlie giving kisses

Lucy

Lucy is a 16-week old mix puppy we rescued along with her brother Charlie from Glen County. Lucy is a bundle of fun! She is super sweet and ready to cuddle on your lap at the drop of a hat. She gets along well with other dogs, but isn't so sure yet about big groups of pups. She loves the dog in her foster home and always wants to give him kisses. She's great with people and seems to love children. She's a tough little cookie and will probably be a confident dog. She's a quick learner and is picking up on potty training and the command "sit." The shelter paperwork labels them as pit mixes, but we were originally told Boxer mix, which we see, along with maybe Bulldog. Lucy doesn't care about labels though! She is just looking for love. Charlie and Lucy were left at a boarding kennel by their owner who never came to get them...their time was up in the shelter until Copper's Dream stepped in.

Shelly

Shelly is a 4-month old Shepherd mix we rescued from Porterville.

Barnaby

Barnaby is a 10-month old Corgi/Spaniel mix we rescued from Red Bluff along with his best bud Patrick (who are probably litter mates). He plays really well with the other dogs in his foster home. He follows his foster mom everywhere and she says, "I don't think I've met a happier dog in my life. He loves other dogs (and they love him), he was excellent during his bath, and he's mindful of his manners." He also loves to play fetch and will bring the ball right back. In short, they say, "This dog ROCKS!" Barnaby looks to have a little sliver of blue in his right eye.

Casey

Casey is a darling 10-month old Catahoula Leopard Hound we rescued from Shasta County. He's a sweet boy with lots of love to give. He wants to please and loves treats, so he'll be a fun one to train. He's quiet and relaxed in his crate, rides well in the car outside a kennel, and is well behaved on walks. Casey loves to play with toys in the yard and tosses the ball for himself. Casey appears to be house trained and hasn't had any accidents in the house. Casey was brought to the shelter by a landlord who found his tenant wasn't caring for the dogs in his home. Casey will be very appreciative to have a loving, caring home--which he so deserves. He weighs 44 pounds. VIDEO: Casey and Rusty

Sydney

Sydney is a sweet 9 month old Hound mix we rescued from Porterville. She's a friendly girl and an expert cuddler. She does great on leash and loves going for walks. She is a friendly gal that enjoys meeting people and dogs and has an easygoing, good-natured temperament. Sydney is a very well adjusted and handled being dropped off in the middle of San Francisco with ease. The cars and noise didn't bother her one bit. Although Sydney is close to adulthood, she still shows her puppy playfulness and will enjoy an active home. Sydney would make a wonderful family dog.

Anton

Anton is a handsome 1-year old German Shepherd-Husky mix we rescued from Delano. He's a friendly boy who loves people. He'll come up to say hello and is always ready for some attention. He loves to be hugged and get his ears rubbed. We adore his expressive face. Anton is a regal fellow--always standing up straight with his head up. We love his Husky tail! This happy guy is also good with other dogs and minds well. He is crate trained, sleeps through the night, and can be left in the yard for hours without touching a thing. VIDEO: Anton at the shelter

Scout

Scout is a 6-month old mixed breed we rescued from Glen County. This shelter photo doesn't do him justice! This sweet guy is looking to bond with someone. He was found in an abandoned house with his siblings and parents and was obviously undersocialized and neglected as a young pup. Scout is still amazingly trusting of humans though and was the friendliest of his litter. It still takes him a few days to warm up to people though, so he is looking for a patient family who will be willing to help him come out of his shell. Initially, Scout probably will not come to you when called, but does let people pick him up and pet him. If you are willing to take the time to form a bond with this adorable guy, he will surely reward your efforts a hundred fold and be your best friend for life.

Copper

Copper is an adorable 2.5-year old Shepherd mix we rescued from Porterville. This sweet boy is good with other dogs.

Riley

Riley is an approximately 4 to 5 year old Manchester Terrier mix we rescued from Red Bluff. This sweet, playful guy really loves people (his tail is ALWAYS wagging), and can spend hours sitting on your lap or playing outside with a ball or toy. Riley is potty trained and does great in his crate (sleeping all night without a peep). In the words of a foster, "He would be great with a family with kids. He loves attention, but can be quiet and mellow when you choose to be. He is an exceptionally happy dog, always wagging his tail and always ready to do whatever you want, play, walk, sleep, cuddle. Really easy dog, lots of very positive energy." Though Riley seems to prefer people over other dogs, he has gotten along great with the dominant female dog in his temporary foster home. Riley has shown some leash reactivity (pulling and barking at other dogs that pass him while he is on leash) so may do best in a home in a quiet neighborhood. Leash reactivity can usually also be resolved with training. VIDEOS: Being good with baby, Playing fetch with big dog, Relaxing inside, Being silly with ball, Loves playing ball, Being patient, In the grass, Jumping and playing, With his ball buddy

Nikki

Nikki is an approximately 2-year old shepherd mix we rescued from Porterville. This pretty girl has a stunning ice blue eye. She's an active and intelligent girl who loves people and other dogs.

She'll scratch at the door to let you know she needs to go out and is learning "heel" quickly. She does okay in her crate, but will whine some. She isn't very food motivated, but repetition and praise work well with her.

Blueberry

Blueberry is a darling 1-1.5 year old Border Collie mix we rescued from Porterville. This shelter photo doesn't do this pretty girl justice! Blueberry stepped off the transport truck and greeted a big crowd of people with her tail wagging. In the words of her foster, "Blueberry is an awesome dog. She is a really sweet and smart girl who really wants to please." She has a calm, self assured temperament and does well in the midst of many dogs and people.

Aaron

Aaron is a sweet 3-month old Australian Shepherd mix we rescued from Shasta County. He's a loving boy who adores a good snuggle and being held. He's quiet in his crate and will sleep through the night. He's getting along with the dogs in his temporary foster home

Chase

He'll be living in Santa Rosa with a young family and their cat. Chase is an approximately 10 month old goofy, overgrown, clumsy pup we rescued from Porterville just in time. Chase loves children and handles toddlers who scream and jump on him without flinching and with his adorable bobbed tail wagging furiously. Chase is a big boy at 60 pounds, but he is all sweetness and love. He even "hugs" people by putting his enormous paws on their hips and squeezing them around the waist. Chase still has a lot of puppy playfulness in him, pouncing around the yard like a jack rabbit and rolling over on his back for belly rubs, but he can also be very calm and relaxed. He loves to snooze in the sunny porch for hours at a time. Chase doesn't appear to be much of a chewer so far. He is also stunningly handsome with his eyespots and beautiful face markings. He looks very much like a stuffed animal and has the fuzzy thick coat of a sheep! VIDEO: Chase in yard

Luke

Luke is a 1-year old Cattle Dog/Terrier mix we rescued from Porterville. He is playful and very good with the kids, dogs, and cat in his foster home. He just follows the cat around and sniffs her. Luke can be a little shy when first meeting people or dogs, but once he warms up, he will follow you around everywhere. His energy level is moderate, and he is very happy strolling around the garden and smelling flowers. He is also crate trained and sleeps quietly through the night until morning. Luke will be a great addition to a family looking for an easygoing, quiet and friendly dog.

Melanie

Melanie is 1-2 year old Labrador mix we rescued from Porterville. This shelter photo doesn't do her justice! This adorable lady is good with other dogs.

Tuck

Tuck is a loving and playful 5-month old, 9 lb. Terrier mix pup we rescued from Delano. He enjoys the outdoors, sleeping in his crate at night, and playing with toys...but his absolute favorite thing is cuddling up for a nap with you! His foster says, "He's an amazing puppy that anyone would be lucky to have." Tuck likes going for walks or visiting dog parks, where he does well with the dogs he meets. His favorite toys are ones with ropes he can chew on or balls--he looks like a little soccer player when he plays with them. He's doing well with the dog in his foster home and didn't show interest in the family cat in their one meeting. Tuck's also done well with the children he's been around. He can be a little shy at first when meeting new people but doesn't mind them petting him. He's doing great with his potty training. This guy will stay small and has very adorable floppy ears. When he gets in your arms or on your lap, he just melts.

Heather

Heather is a very sweet 6-month old pit mix we rescued from Merced. This adorable girl is super friendly to dogs and people. She's also a great "heel" on leash. She doesn't mind getting a bath at all, and in fact, didn't really want to get out when it was over with! As soon as you bring a collar out she knows it's time to go somewhere and will offer up a very nice sit. Heather gets to stay with her fosters for a long, happy life.

Maya

Maya is a loving 5-month old Labrador mix we rescued from Redding. She's got so much love to give, likes to snuggle, and will give sweet kisses if you let her. This gorgeous girl is much cuter in person than her photos suggest! She came to our rescue shy, but she's adjusting to life outside the shelter quickly and is doing well meeting new dogs (including a friendly Boxer who slobbered all over her face), sleeping quietly in her crate throughout the night, and walking politely on leash. She is very patient and gentle with the young kids in her foster home (she loves them!), but if she hasn't see you in a while she'll jump up in excitement, so she's working on that. She has playful puppy bursts of energy but then settles down quickly. She's responsive to "no", listens well, and loves to follow her foster mom around the house.

Juno

Juno is a 5-month old Labrador/Hound mix we rescued from Redding along with her kennel mate Maya, who looks like she could be her sister. She's a snuggler and loves to play.

Ringo

Ringo is 2-year old, 25-30lb terrier mix we rescued from Tehama County. He loves to give hugs and receive back scratches in return--he does a big happy stretch as a sign you're hitting all the right spots! He takes to his crate well and is eager to please. Ringo is friendly with the new people he meets, and a little indifferent so far with other dogs. He did manage to find his way into the pool and enjoy a good swim, so maybe he's got some water dog in him! He'll make for a very loving, loyal, well-behaved companion. This affectionate boy can get a wonderfully happy look on his face when content--like when he's playing with tennis balls! He's fine being picked up and handled, and the shelter staff say he's done well with other dogs.

Zip

Zip is a 10-month old Lab/Border Collie mix we rescued from Tehama County. This happy, playful guy is doing great with the kids and cat in his foster home and is an overall great family dog. In the words of his foster, "He is a really good, happy dog! His fur is so soft and shiny! He goes into his crate without protest and is quiet as a mouse all night long for sleep time." This affectionate boy might sneak in a few kisses if you let him! Zip enjoys a good walk and playing fetch. He's slightly interested in the cat in his foster home, but after sniffing her he moves on. Like any puppy, he'll need some training for his puppy ways, but he already knows "sit", "shake", and "down" commands. He's also doing great with his potty training.

Waldo

Waldo is an 8-10 month old Lab/Hound mix we rescued from Delano. From his foster: "Waldo is doing great in his foster home, getting along with the cats and his doggy foster brother, but his #1 interest is people. Waldo has the fastest tail in the west and uses it often to tell you how happy you make him! He also loves belly rubs." He's sleeping through the night out of his crate without incident. He comes when called and knows "sit." He's still a big puppy, so he'll need what all puppies do--some nice walks and toys to play with! He's eager to please and is responsive to his people. He'd probably love doggy school, according to his foster. He is super friendly and is a happy guy when he gets some attention, but does not jump up or get too excited. He is great on leash and loves to walk. At the shelter Waldo would give other dogs kisses through the gates when he walked by (friendly boy!). He likes to play, but is happiest just sitting and getting his ears rubbed. Shelter volunteers said, "Waldo is one of the nicest, most gentle, easy-going big dogs the shelter has ever worked with."

Lily

Lily is a super sweet and playful 1-year old Cattle Dog/Terrier mix we rescued Porterville. While she came from the shelter very timid, with a little tender love and care, she's started to come out of her shell and really let her personality shine. She's a total love bug and loves to curl up with you. She doesn't have accidents in the house, is great on leash, and she enjoys playing with other dogs. Lily aims to please and learns quickly, so despite not knowing a lot of commands right now, we think she'll be up to speed in no time. In the words of her foster, "Lily deserves a loving and safe home, and she will definitely be an amazing addition to any family!" She's a darling girl--very sweet and friendly with everyone she meets.

Gulliver

Gulliver is a 1-year old Otter Hound/Tibetan Terrier mix we rescued from Red Bluff.

Star

Star, called "North Star" at the shelter, found her forever home just one day after rescue.

Lucky

Lucky is a very handsome 10-month old black Labrador with a great temperament. He was an owner surrender, ordered to be euthanized immediately because he failed as a hunting dog (he was afraid of the shot gun blast). Now, better days are ahead for this sweet boy!

Phoenix

Phoenix is a darling 10-week old black Labrador mix puppy we rescued from Red Bluff.

Venus

Venus is a 4-month old Border Collie mix we rescued from Delano. She's a very friendly, sweet pup with a cute smile, beautiful markings and a sleek brindle coat. She loves people and is very good with other dogs and with cats at the shelter. Venus is still a puppy and needs someone to hold and hug her once in awhile. She minds well and trusts everyone. VIDEO: Venus at the shelter

Gus

Gus is a 3-year old mix the shelter listed as an Australian Shepherd mix, but we see Border Collie/Pointer. He was rescued from Fresno and liked all the dogs he was kenneled with at the shelter, especially the big ones, but did fine with the small ones, too. Gus knows sit, down (well, rolls on his back) and shake. He's also quiet in his crate.

Hannah

Hannah is a 1-year old Lab/Border Collie mix we rescued from Bakersfield. She's a sweetheart who's shown to be playful with other dogs she's met. She loves people and met her fosters with a friendly hello, snuggles and licks. She's also done great with a little 1-year old child she met. She would make a great pup for first time dog people. She was temporarily fostered in Bakersfield before coming into our rescue and they told us she's crate-trained, good with cats and kids (in addition to other dogs).

Ryan

Ryan is a sweet, lovable 1-year old Shepherd mix we rescued from Porterville. He's a big love bug who will crawl into your lap if you let him. He goes into his crate without an issue and is happy to sleep quietly near his temporary foster while she works on the computer. He's been totally fine with the many dogs he's met. He has great manners, and will go right into his crate when you tell him to. VIDEOS: Ryan playing, Ryan playing some more, Ryan the night of his rescue

Patches

Patches is an adorable 9-month old mix we rescued from Porterville. Her shelter paperwork says she's a shepherd mix, but she looks like a heeler/cattle dog to us. She loves people, dogs, cats, and children (though her foster says she may be too exuberent for very little ones). She also enjoys long walks on the beach, going new places, and meeting new people. Her foster says Patches will sit for treats and would love to go to dog school. She walks well on leash without pulling and would be a good jogging companion. Patches enjoys getting exercise but is also happy to curl up and relax with you. At night she's doing well in her crate. She also rides quietly in the car. Before coming to us she really only knew life in a shelter, so she is ever so grateful for a real home.

Cody

Cody is a loving 6-month old Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier)/Labrador Retriever mix we rescued from Shasta County. According to his foster, he's very affectionate and aims to please. He's shown to be potty trained and responds well to a gentle "no". He knows the commands for sit, shake, and lay down (does best with treats)--his foster thinks he'll be easy to train. He actually came into rescue knowing the command for "high five" so he was likely in a home before going to the shelter. He also walks very well on leash and does great with other dogs. He's got a playful, cute personality. Everyone who meets him thinks he's adorable. Cody's been a quiet boy in his foster home and hasn't barked yet. He sleeps through the night in his crate, but is starting to wish he had free reign at night. He is living with a cat in his foster home, and they interact while supervised. Right now he seems more interested than aggressive. Cody weighs about 35-40 pounds.

Rigby

Rigby is a friendly, playful 4-year old Heeler mix we rescued from Fresno. He greets people with a wagging tail and loves rump scratches. He came from the shelter already knowing "sit", responds very well to any kind of "no" or "uh uh" tone, and he takes treats gently. He loves toys, LOVES tennis balls + fetch, and is a playful little guy (in his temp. foster home he'd keep going back to the doggy toy bin to find a new toy to play with, especially squeaky ones). He did really well in his first post-rescue bath, just sitting patiently throughout and then afterwards giving some appreciative licks before snuggling under the towels. He loves his new "Angry Birds" toy (featured in the video below), and will be happy to engage you in a game of tug-o-war. The morning of his rescue he came directly to an adoption event and did well with all the people and dogs he met--greeting everyone with a friendly wagging tail. On the ride to his temporary foster home he just curled up in the backseat of the car. He doesn't seem to mind being crated, either for a quiet nap or bedtime (his first night he's gone in all on his own when you open the door). He has slept through the night in his crate without a peep. He's done well with a dog really getting in face, even when he's got his own toy. He's not a jumpy boy, un-flinching when someone has dropped something near him. If you're eating take-out on the couch, he won't come over and beg--instead will just stay curled up in his bed in the living room. He must have lived in a home before, because he seems to feel at home so easily. He's seen the family cat in his temporary foster home through his crate and didn't have a reaction, but he hasn't been loose with a cat. VIDEOS: Rigby loves fetch, Rigby's first night post-rescue

Grover

Grover is a 12-14 week old terrier mix puppy we rescued from Fresno. He's a confident little guy with a lot of personality who loves to cuddle and be held. He's being fostered with some big adult dogs and has a lot of fun running around with them. He's already learned how to climb up on the couch despite his size, and when it comes to food or a treat, he's going to be the first in line (crawling over or under the big dogs as necessary!). Grover is also a fan of toys and will retriever the smaller ones. He's yet to have an accident in the house, so you could say he's doing well with potty training! He did well at a recent adoption event - just hung out in volunteer's lap and enjoyed getting some lovin'. He's doing great with the big dogs in his foster home--he fits right in and isn't intimidated. VIDEOS: Grover in the yard, Quick little Grover, Grover protects the house...

Minnie

Minnie is a sweet, quiet, and lovable 18-month old terrier mix we rescued from Delano. She's mama to Drea, Daphne, Colby, Jack, and Berto. She's a friendly, happy pup, who loves to play and snuggle--that's a lot of wonderful in a tiny 10lb package! She'd love to curl up in your lap (or next to the family cat, which she did in her first temporary foster home). It's hard to imagine this sweetheart was left in a backyard when her people moved. She was found with Hank and Hardy, also up for adoption through our rescue, who have already been adopted. Minnie is looking forward to a loving family to call her own. We found out just after rescuing Minnie that she was pregnant. She gave birth to 5 healthy puppies (Colby, Jack, Berto, Daphne and Drea), who have all been adopted as well.

Daphne

Daphne is a 6-week old puppy, and one of five from her litter up for adoption when they're weaned in a couple of weeks. Her mother is Minnie, a terrier mix we rescued that came to us pregnant.

Her foster says she's a little sweetie, and a total cuddler. She just wants to be held, get tummy rubs, and play!

Colby

Colby is a 6-week old puppy, and one of five from his litter up for adoption when they're weaned in a couple of weeks. His mother is Minnie, a terrier mix we rescued that came to us pregnant.

His foster says he's so sweet, loving, and will probably be a very mellow, silly guy as he grows up. Like all the pups, they think he'd do amazing with kids. We estimate this litter will be 20-30lbs when full grown.

Jack

Jack is a 6-week old puppy, and one of five from his litter up for adoption when they're weaned in a couple of weeks. His mother is Minnie, a terrier mix we rescued that came to us pregnant. Jack is probably the most reserved of all the puppies, but he is opening up and trusting people more each day. He's just as playful as the rest once he gets to know you. Like all the pups, his foster thinks he'd do well with kids. We estimate this litter will be 20-30lbs when full grown.

Drea

Drea is a 6-week old puppy, and one of five from her litter up for adoption when they're weaned in a couple of weeks. Her mother is Minnie, a terrier mix we rescued that came to us pregnant. Her foster says she's the biggest of the litter and has been the first one out of the gate for everything-- the first to eat solid food, the first to open her eyes and ears. She's the most adventurous in play and would be a lot of fun in her new household. We estimate this litter will be 20-30lbs when full grown.

Berto

Berto is a 6-week old puppy, and one of five from his litter up for adoption when they're weaned in a couple of weeks. His mother is Minnie, a terrier mix we rescued that came to us pregnant. Berto's foster says he's a little love and was the first to show interest in people and giving them kisses. He absolutely loves to be held and is an easy, mello pup you could carry around all day. Like all the pups, his foster thinks he'd do well with kids. We estimate this litter will be 20-30lbs when full grown. VIDEO: All the puppies (6 weeks)

Simba

Simba is a 13-week old hound/pit mix puppy we rescued along with his siblings Kiara, Kovu, Zazu, and Nala. He is doing great with the kids in his foster home (ages 3 & 11). In the words of his foster, "he's got charm!" People are attracted to his sweet puppy face and beautiful coat--they love to stop and say hello to Simba and he happily obliges with a wagging, friendly tail. He's pretty mellow for a puppy, walks well on leash, and listens well when told not to do something. At his recent vet appointment to remove his neuter stitches, he was perfectly behaved and easy going. Simba is affectionate, playful, loves to give kisses, and doesn't nip. If you sit on the floor with him he'll crawl into your lap for some cuddle time. He's met another puppy of a similar age and did great with him--showing no toy or food aggression. He sleeps through the night with access to puppy pads and is doing great overall with his potty training.

Maria

Maria is a 3.5-year old brown Catahoula mix we're rescuing from Fresno. She's a pretty, friendly girl. This shelter photo doesn't do her justice!

Daisy

Daisy is a 2-year old pit/Shepherd mix we rescued from Delano along with her best friend Duke. This shelter photo doesn't do this pretty girl justice. She has a heart as big as Texas and is a very sweet, friendly girl. She gets along really well with the other dogs in her temporary foster home. She loves people and will say "hello" to anyone she meets. She's great with dogs of all sizes (including little buddy, Duke). She's always ready for a hug and a few kisses.
Shelter volunteers believe Daisy and Duke once lived in a home together before they were picked up as strays. VIDEO: Daisy & Duke (formerly named Leo & Casey)

Yancy

Yancy is a 9-month old terrier mix we rescued from Delano. He's sweet and loves people, attention, and treats. He's also great at fetch! He's got a playful personality and will bring a lot of smiles to his new family. He is getting along really well with the big dogs in his foster home. He is wonderful in the house, very trustworthy, and can be left loose at night and he won't touch anything. He also seems to be potty trained and will ring the bells on the door when he wants to go out. Shelter volunteers say he did fine with cats at the shelter. At about 15 pounds, Yancy has a big dog personality in a small dog body.

Zion

Zion is a sweet, mellow 4.5-month old Labrador Retriever mix we rescued from Shasta County. He's a quiet and reserved love bug. As you'll see in the "Zion" video below, he's also playful and patient with the young boy in his temporary foster home.

Sam

Sam is a stunningly handsome 1.5-year old black Labrador mix we rescued from Shasta County. His hair is a little longer than a lab's, suggesting he might be mixed with Golden Retriever. Sam is a large boy at about 70 pounds, but his frame is slender and tall. Sam has shown that he has the temperament that adopters can only dream of - he has been great with dogs, even the unruly and dominant ones! He shrugs off being growled at and continues to wag his tail. Sam also let a toddler bang on his crate without any reaction and just licked her fingers when she stuck them through the gate. Sam is the rare dog that was an owner surrender and so is very used to being in the home and appears house-trained and crate-trained already. A great dog for first time dog owners looking for a large breed.

Gwen

Gwen is a 7-8-month old blue pit mix puppy we rescued from Red Bluff. This playful sweetheart loves toys and prancing around with them joyfully in her mouth. She loves to chase down tennis balls, but is still learning the whole "bring the ball back" part. You can easily take her toys away from her and she does great in her crate.

She is a smart gal, learning sit, down, and walking well on leash quickly. Gwen also takes treats gently--what a good girl! VIDEO: Gwen with toy

Buster

Buster is a 5-month old adorable chihuahua mix we rescued from Merced. He's got a little docked tail.

Harriet

Harriet is a beautiful 8-month old Shepherd mix we rescued from Devore. She's a sweet dog, appears potty-trained, and really enjoys the other dog in her foster home. Her foster says she's "such a great dog". Harriet takes her cues from her people and the other dogs in the family, so the lucky adopter who welcomes Harriet into their home will get a faithful sidekick. She came to us very shy and unsure of herself, but has been coming around wonderfully in her foster home. She will need a patient family willing to work with her to fully blossom. We love her ears and soulful eyes! VIDEOS: Harriet learns sit, Harriet and her new toys, Harriet plays chase

Kovu

Kovu is a happy, calm, 12-week old hound/pit mix puppy we rescuing along with his siblings Zazu, Simba, Kiara and Nala. He is doing great with the dog in his foster home--they're always playing or sleeping together. Given his mellow personality, his foster thinks he'd even do well with an older dog in his new home. He has a sweet, playful personality and loves to be near you. He adores people, cuddling, and hanging out on your lap. He sleeps in his crate quietly through the night. Kovu is doing pretty good on leash (loves walks). He's also doing great with his potty training and only has "excited puppy pees" now. His foster says it's the best young puppy she's had potty training-wise.

Bella - 1st adoption of 2012!

Bella is a super cute terrier mix we rescued from Devore. The shelter listed her as 5 months but given her teeth we think she's closer to 3 months old. In her temporary foster home she's done fine with cats and big dogs.

She's a little bundle of energy, very happy to be safe and out of the shelter! We estimate she's around 5 pounds right now. More photos and info to come! VIDEOS: Bella & Calla playing, Bella says hi to the cat, Bella pawing a big dog