Meet Our Dogs
We have many amazing dogs for adoption, from young pups to seniors. Our adoption fee is $125, which includes the dog being spayed/neutered and fully vaccinated.
Swipe on mobile or scroll to the bottom of the listings and use the arrows to browse our wonderful dogs.
Meet our dogs in person at one of our upcoming adoption events!
Ellijay Farmers and Makers Market:
August 2nd, 8:30 - 12:30
Starbucks Pups and Cups:
September 6th, 12:00 - 3:00
First Annual Vineyard Tails and Tiaras:
September 21st, 1:00 - 6:00
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Add a touch of Kikoman and spice up your life! Kiko is an approximately 2 year old, 56 pound mixed breed love of a dog.
Kiko recently had surgery to correct a broken elbow that had improperly healed, and his fosters report "He’s such a sweet dog. Not one bark, not one accident, sleeps all night, is very tolerant of the cone and is like Velcro when we’re together. He’s going to be a great addition for some family! We absolutely love him!". Kiko loves every person he meets and is being a perfect gentleman with the foster's dogs.
Kiko is: House trained; Leash trained; Good with humans; Good with dogs; Neutered; Vaccinated; Snuggly; Sleeps quietly at night. Let's get him adopted so he doesn't have to come back to the shelter after his recovery period!
If you are interested in meeting this charmer, click on the “I'm interested in Kiko!” button below.
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Miss BeeBee is a firecracker! This approximately 2 year old spayed and vaccinated girl is pure love. Fully grown at 51 pounds, she is a great medium size.
She is fun and funny in the play yard with other dogs, and she absolutely loves her walks (splashing in the creek!) and cuddle time with our volunteers. After spending time in a foster home post-surgery to repair a torn ACL, she is house-trained, crate-trained, and has recently graduated from basic obedience training.
No cats for Miss BeeBee, though - she finds them a little too interesting!
Beebs is truly a little doll, right-sized to be your sidekick and so ready for her forever home.
If you are interested in meeting this little lady, click on the “I’m interested in BeeBee!” button to get started.
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Joe is a neutered, vaccinated 39 pound, approximately 2 year old lovable, affectionate, Treeing Walker Coonhound/Mountain Cur/Rat Terrier mix!
He loves to play, sniff, hike, and just have fun! Joe loves puppies and is teaching our puppies how to play. It's the best! Afternoon Enrichment is his favorite, where he gets to jump in the pool, solve puzzle games, and cuddle with our volunteers.
Joe deserves a loving family and will make someone a wonderful companion. He will thrive in a home with a fenced yard. He's a hound after all!
If you are interested in meeting this very good boy, click on the “I’m interested in Joe!” button to get started.
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Handsome Toby is an approximately 2.5 year old, 56 pound Black Mouth Cur mix who is fully vaccinated, neutered and ready to go home!
Toby loves people and soaks up affection and cuddles from our volunteers. He has done well on outings with volunteers to a winery and the farmers market. He walks well on a leash and with his athletic build, he would make a great hiking partner - as long as he gets sniff breaks! No cats for Toby, though. He just finds them a bit too interesting.
Toby is a distinguished gentleman who will be your loyal sidekick and instant best friend - he's a volunteer favorite and all around great pup with lots of love to give.
If you are interested in meeting this soulful fellow, click on the “I’m interested in Toby!” button to get started.
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Meeko is the best boy! Just look at those soulful eyes. He is approximately 5 years old and weighs around 60 pounds. He is vaccinated and neutered.
He enjoys his walks with our volunteers and is great on a leash. Getting cuddles and affection is the highlight of his day, and belly rubs are his favorite! All this sweet guy needs is a loving home in which to thrive! In return, he will be your loving, loyal ride or die. No cats for Meeko, though!
If you are interested in meeting this good boy, click on the “I’m interested in Meeko!” button to get started.
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Meet Duncan! This handsome fellow is an approximately 5 year old, 60 pound mix of sweetness and joy, and boy is he easy on the eyes! He is vaccinated and neutered.
Duncan is a lovable boy who will make a great companion. He has a playful and loving personality, walks well on a leash, and is a pretty chill fellow. Duncan absolutely loves affection and does well in the car. He also seems to be neutral on cats.
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Mary Catherine Gallagher is indeed a Superstar!
This girl is an approximately 3.5 year old, 52 pound ball of energy. She has the athleticism to be a great hiking companion and would thrive in a household with a fenced yard for her to zoom around in. She loves people and playing with our volunteers.If you are interested in meeting this pretty girl, click on the “I’m interested in Mary Catherine!” button to get started.
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Are you looking for a fantastic companion who wants to do pretty much anything you want to do? Mia is your girl. Hike? Watch movies? Garden? She’s up for all of these things and more.
Mia is an approximately 10 year old, 59 lb spayed, fully vaccinated Shepherd mix. She is gorgeous! Mia is very sweet and she loves to cuddle after a nice walk in the woods. Shelter life is tough on our older residents and we are hopeful Mia will soon find her forever home.If you are interested in meeting this darling girl, click on the “I’m interested in Mia!” button to get started.
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King Leonidas! An approximately 3 year old, 73 pound German Shepherd, Leo truly is a regal boy - so handsome!
He loves his leash walks with our volunteers, and has a couple of girlfriends in the play yard. He absolutely loves playing fetch with a tennis ball. Leo is vaccinated, neutered and his bags are packed!
If you are interested in meeting this great guy, click on the “I’m interested in Leo!” button to get started.
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Fitz is such a handsome boy! He is an estimated 4.5 year old, 74 mixed breed male who is vaccinated and will be neutered as part of his adoption.
Shy and scared when he first arrived, Fitz has warmed up and spreads sunshine with his happy demeanor and sweet smile. He gently requests hugs and is a real love.
If you are interested in meeting this charming fellow, click on the “I’m interested in Fitz!” button to get started.
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Miss Evee is a flirt! She loves people and is very friendly and affectionate. She also has a grand time in the play yard with other puppies and some of the bigger dogs. Did we mention she's a flirt? She loves staring deeply into your eyes while asking for a hug.
Evee is an approximately 8 month old female who is vaccinated and spayed. Her mom is a petite 35 pound Husky mix, so we think she’ll be on the smaller side when she’s full grown.
If you are interested in meeting this cute little girl, click on the “I’m interested in Evee!” button to get started.
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Kiva is an approximately 8 month old spayed and vaccinated puppy. She is Evee’s sister, and she is a sweet and sassy little thing! Her mom is a petite 35 pound Husky mix, so we think she’ll be on the smaller side when she’s full grown.
Kiva is happiest with a stick in her mouth, but she is also an enthusiastic participant in the play groups, and is confident with the other dogs. She is developing leash walking skills, and is always up for a cuddle with our volunteers.
If you are interested in meeting this cute little girl, click on the “I’m interested in Kiva!” button to get started.
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Miss Daisy is an approximately 7 month old, 26 pound female puppy.
This cutie is spunky, loves to talk, loves hugs, and gets the wiggles when she's excited! She is vaccinated and spayed and ready to start her new life outside of the shelter.
If you are interested in meeting this adorable little girl, click on the “I’m interested in Daisy!” button to get started.
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Darling Dollie!
Dollie is an approximately 7 month old, mixed breed female who came in with her three littermates. She currently weighs 26 pounds.
Dollie is on the chiller side, as puppies go. She loves her time in the play yard, and will take all of the loving you want to give her! She is vaccinated and spayed and ready to go home.
If you are interested in meeting this good girl, click on the “I’m interested in Dollie!” button to get started.
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Presenting Odin, a very good boy. Weighing 57 pounds, Odin is a muscular fellow who enjoys his walks and running around the play yard playing with a tug rope of catching a ball during his one on one time with our volunteers.
At 8 years old, Odin is well past the puppy stage. He just wants a comfy bed, some toys to play with, and some yummy snacks. He is a very sweet boy and loves people. We don’t want this sweet senior spending his golden years in the shelter. If you have space in your heart and home, please consider coming to meet this wonderful boy!
If you are interested in meeting this lovable senior, click on the “I’m interested in Odin!” button to get started.
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Puppy power! Introducing Daxon, a darling approximately 7 month old bundle of cuteness. He is vaccinated and neutered and is ready to hop in your car and head home!
Speaking of cars, he does well with car rides, especially if you're on the way to the park. He loves a field trip where he can scout for squirrels and sniff, sniff, sniff. Daxon is a serious flirt who loves to wrestle with his friends in the play yard.
He's good on a walk and come on, those ears!
If you are interested in meeting this adorable little guy, click on the “I’m interested in Daxon!” button to get started.
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Goosey is a 6 month old mixed breed sweetheart who is a bundle of joy wrapped in soft fur! Goosey is expected to grow into a medium-sized dog around 40 pounds.
She’s got the heart of a playful puppy and the grace of a tiny galloping horse—yes, she gallops more than she runs, and it’s the cutest thing ever. Goosey is super social and absolutely loves playing with her three equally lovable siblings. Tug-of-war is her favorite game, but she’s also a champion snuggler when playtime winds down.
Goosey is ready to bring laughter and puppy kisses into someone's life. Could it be yours?
If you are interested in meeting this cute little girl, click on the “I’m interested in Goosey!” button to get started.
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Peep is a 6 month old mixed breed girl with the perfect blend of playfulness and people-loving snuggles. She will likely grow into a medium-sized dog like her 45 lb mom and 41 lb dad.
Peep’s got a playful spirit and a big personality—especially when she’s having fun! She's a little vocal during playtime (it’s all part of her charm!) and she absolutely loves to run and chase. When the zoomies are over, she’s more than happy to settle in for a cuddle session with her humans.
Peep would be a great fit for someone looking for a pup who’s both lively and affectionate—a little firecracker with a soft side.
If you are interested in meeting this cute little girl, click on the “I’m interested in Peep!” button to get started.
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Haven is a 1 yr old, vaccinated, spayed, 42 pound mixed breed female.
She is sweet and very shy, as she came in from a neglect situation with her brother, Knox, where they had almost no contact with humans.
She is most comfortable in the company of other dogs. She is timid with people and needs a family that understands this and can be patient while she settles in and gains confidence.
Given her history, Haven would thrive adopted into a home with a fenced yard at least one other dog, as this is where she really shines.
If you are interested in meeting this cute little girl, click on the “I’m interested in Haven!” button to get started.
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Gentle Yoshi is a sweet and shy approximately 1.5 year old, 53 pound mixed breed male. He is vaccinated and will be neutered as part of his adoption.
Like many of our shy dogs, he truly comes alive in the company of other dogs. Yoshi loves play group! He is getting the hang of leash walking, and is always up for a cuddle with staff and volunteers. While Yoshi might look like a tough guy with his beefy build, he's the sweetest boy and he makes the cutest grunts when he kicks his legs. We love him!
If you are interested in meeting this very good boy, click on the “I’m interested in Yoshi!” button to get started.
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Handsome Buddy is a 5 - 6 year old charmer weighing 56 pounds. He is neutered, vaccinated and ready to go home!
This mellow fellow came to the shelter when his owner could no longer care for him due to a medical situation, and we would love to see him back in a home soon. He walks well on a leash and is an all around good boy.
If you are interested in meeting this good boy, click on the “I’m interested in Buddy!” button to get started.
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Miss Honeydew came to the shelter with a puppy in tow. He was quickly adopted, and now it’s mama’s turn!
She is an approximately 4.5 year old, 67 pound Lab mix. Honeydew was a little shy in the beginning, but she’s coming out of her shell and will be a charming canine companion. She has a grand time playing with her new dog friends and gets along will pretty much every dog she meets.
If you are interested in meeting this sweet lady, click on the “I’m interested in Honeydew!” button to get started.
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Meet Bubbles, an approximately 3 year old, 44 pound mixed breed female. When we say she is sweet, we aren't kidding. She is friendly and loving, and is vaccinated and spayed. On a superficial note, she’s gorgeous!
She loves walks, hikes, and hanging out with the volunteers. She also loves playing with other dogs in the play yards. She is medium energy and is happy walking or lying in the sun…your choice!
Miss Bubbs is a quickly becoming a volunteer favorite, and we would love to see her find her forever home soon.
If you are interested in meeting this good girl, click on the “I’m interested in Bubbles!” button to get started.
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Sweet Rusty is an estimated 6 year old, 59 pound mixed breed male who came into the shelter with his pal, Twitch (since adopted).
Rusty is calm and sweet and walks well on a leash. He is easy to love and eager to please. On a superficial note, this guy is GORGEOUS! His eyes see directly into your soul. Rusty gets along with other dogs in the play yard, but is often content to do his own thing. His new BFF is Mary Catherine. They love to play chase and it’s the best.
If you are interested in meeting this good boy, click on the “I’m interested in Rusty!” button to get started.
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Miss Midge is one of a litter of four adorable Lab mix puppies that were found by a Good Samaritan and brought to the shelter. They are approximately 5.5 months old and Midge currently weighs around 18 pounds.
She is vaccinated and will be spayed as part of her adoption.
If you are interested in meeting this precious little girl, click on the “I’m interested in Midge!” button to get started.
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Like her littermates, Elsie is an absolutely adorable wiggle worm. These Lab mix pups are approximately 5.5 months old and Elsie currently weighs around 18 pounds.
Looking for an instant best friend and unconditional love? Dogs are known for their loyalty and affection, offering companionship and emotional support.
If you are interested in meeting this sweet little girl, click on the “I’m interested in Elsie!” button to get started.
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Cooper is one of those dogs that has become an instant volunteer favorite with his sweet smile and sunny demeanor.
An estimated 2 year old Shepherd/Lab mix, he weighs 48 pounds and is fully grown at a great medium size. He's great on a leash and loves love.
Cooper is fully vaccinated and neutered.
If you are interested in meeting this cutie pie, click on the “I’m interested in Cooper!” button to get started.
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Fargo is approximately 1 year old and weighs 50 pounds. He's very handsome and loves attention from people. Fargo is good on a leash and loves sniffing, belly rubs and loves his time in the play yard with his new pals.
Fargo and his sister Morgan were found at a local bank and cared for by kind community members until there was room at the shelter. The family that was caring for Fargo found out that he is fantastic around farm animals. This good boy is vaccinated and will be neutered as part of his adoption.
If you are interested in meeting this fine, fun fellow, click on the “I’m interested in Fargo!” button to get started.
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Morgan is approximately 1 year old and weighs 35 pounds. She is a sweet, sweet angel girl who loves attention from people and is happy to give kisses in return. This good girl is vaccinated, spayed and ready for her forever home. No cats for Miss Morgan, though!
Morgan recently had an afternoon out with a volunteer, and this is what she had to say: "She could not be more ready for a home. She played, had a bath, played again, cuddled and napped, and played again before I had to return her to the shelter. She warmed up to all three of my dogs quickly. She was easier to bathe than any of my own. She followed myself, my husband and our little pack around the house for a few minutes and then made herself right at home. Someone needs to snatch this little sweetie up!".
If you are interested in meeting this darling girl, click on the “I’m interested in Morgan!” button to get started.
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Meet Taurita - a one-year-old, 66-pound ball of sunshine and zoomies! She’s the perfect combo of sweet and spirited, with enough puppy energy to keep you smiling all day long. Whether it’s a walk, a play session, or just being near her people, Taurita is always ready to bring the joy.
She is a play group rock star, and loves romping with her buddies. Taurita is vaccinated and spayed and ready to find her forever home, preferably one where she can play to her hearts content.
If you are interested in meeting this happy girl, click on the “I’m interested in Taurita!” button to get started.
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Blue is a 2-year-old sweetheart weighing 52 pounds, and he might just be the most lovable dog you’ll ever meet!
Blue is the perfect mix of relaxed and playful. He’s always up for a good time but knows how to wind down when it’s time to relax. Whether you’re looking for a playmate or a cuddle buddy, Blue is your guy!
Blue is neutered, microchipped, and fully vaccinated. He’s ready to bring his sweet and balanced energy to his forever home.
This good boy loves kisses and cuddles, and soaks up human affection. Come meet this darling boy and see if he's one!
If you are interested in meeting this charming fellow, click on the “I’m interested in Blue!” button to get started.
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Approximately 1 year old, and now weighing 45 pounds, Artemis arrived at the shelter in very rough shape. His health issues were accompanied by an extreme fear of humans. Staff and volunteers provided a calm and reassuring presence, and love slowly healed him.
Artemis loves other dogs, and is in his element in a play group. He is still a little timid with people, but he's a sweet and gentle soul who just needs to be handled with patience. He does great riding in a car, and loves sniffing and digging in the woods. Artemis' ideal home will include another dog, as that is where he feels most comfortable. Arty is vaccinated and neutered, and appears to be good with cats.
If you are interested in meeting this special boy, click on the “I’m interested in Artemis!” button to get started.
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Patches! Oh my goodness is this guy a charmer!
He is approximately 2 years old, weighs 50 pounds and is quickly becoming a volunteer favorite. He is happy and friendly and loves his belly rubs! This good boy just wants to love and be loved. Sounds pretty good, huh?
If you are interested in meeting this very good boy, click on the “I’m interested in Patches!” button to get started.
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Pauley is an approximately 4 year old, 56 pound American bulldog mix who is a volunteer favorite due to his charming personality. He loves people!
Pauley is sweet and affectionate. He loves chew toys and playing tug of war with a rope. The best part of his day is romping in the play yard with one of his girlfriends. He is neutered, fully vaccinated, and most of all...ready to go home! Pauley is good with most, but not all, dogs - small dogs are not his thing.
Pauley is a wonderful dog. He is an active guy, so will thrive in an active household preferably with a fenced yard and time to play in it. Beyond that, he really just needs someone to give him time, love, and a chance. He will be the most loyal boy to his people... we just have to find them!
If you are interested in meeting this lovable guy, click on the ”I’m interested in Pauley!” button to get started.
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Hey y'all, I'm Davey! I was found wandering around with my head stuck in a plastic jar. Some nice people set me free, and now I'm hanging out with a very nice foster family. As cool as they are, I need a forever home! I am estimated to be 2 years old, and currently weigh around 65 pounds. My foster mom says I'm a big old hunk of love!
I am:
Neutered
Up to date on shots
Crate trained
Good with other dogs
House trained
Totally handsome
Walks well on leash
Cats are NOT my thingIf you are interested in meeting this good boy, click on the “I'm interested in Davey!” button below.
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Brazil is bringing the joy! This gorgeous girl is a 1 year old, 37 pound mixed breed sweetheart who came into the shelter with her friend Rio, a chihuahua mix who is also available for adoption.
Brazil is proving to be a play group rock star who gets along with every dog she's met so far. She fun and a great medium sized girl who enjoys walks with our volunteers and cuddles and belly rubs. We love her! Brazil is vaccinated and will be spayed as part of her adoption.
If you are interested in meeting this good girl, click on the “I’m interested in Brazil!” button to get started.
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Cutie pie Rio is a possible Chigi (chihuahua/corgi mix) who is fun and friendly! This approximately 9 year old, 16 pound mixed breed male came into the shelter with his pal Brazil.
He has made friends with the smaller dogs at the shelter, and he and Brazil have a ball together. Rio enjoys people and snuggles. He's precious.
If you are interested in this charmer, click on the “I’m interested in Rio!” button to get started.
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Sweet Sally is a smiley, serene senior looking for a soft place to land. Sally is an estimated 11 year old, 45 pound mixed breed gal who came in with her housemate Sarah.
Sally likes a good walk, and is great on a leash. She gets along with dogs of all sizes, and equally enjoys her one on one time with our volunteers. While she's a mature gal, she has plenty of spunk and has no trouble with steps. She just wants a cool, comfy spot to nap. Fun fact: she snores when she's napping. Too cute!
If you are interested in meeting this soulful senior, click on the “I’m interested in Sally!” button to get started.
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Sister Sarah is a sweet and energetic 3 year old, 43 pound mixed breed girl with a zest for life! She came in with her housemate Sally, also a sweetie.
Sarah enjoys a good play yard romp chasing after toys and getting a scratch behind the ears from our volunteers. Sarah has show herself to be one of our play group rock stars who gets along with pretty much every dog she meets.
Sarah is vaccinated, spayed, and ready for her next adventure!
If you are interested in meeting this good girl, click on the “I’m interested in Sarah!” button to get started.
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Introducing Benji...my Foster mom calls me Archie too :) Yes, I am a Goldendoodle! I am approximately 1 yo, 51 pound and was found as a stray with an injured back leg. I have been in Foster since my arrival and after some exemplary wound care, I am on the mend and ready to find my forever home!
If you are an admirer of canine perfection, you have come to the right place. I am a snugly bundle of joy and love playing, cuddling and retrieving the tennis ball. I’m house trained and walk well on a leash. I’m working on my manners and socialization skills with my foster family and will need patience and lots of attention from my future family to be. Oh, and did I mention I will definitely need regular grooming!
I’m looking for the right family who has the energy to keep up with me so if that is you, click on the “I’m interested in Benji!” button to get started.
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Baby Girl is an approximately 2 year old, 33 pound sweetie pie.
She came in with her buddy Brutus, and she is a fun and friendly gal. She is making lots of new friends in the play yard and enjoys her walks with our volunteers.
Baby Girl is vaccinated and will be spayed and microchipped as part of her adoption.
If you are interested in meeting this good girl, click on the “I’m interested in Baby Girl!” button to get started.
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Brutus is an approximately 1 year old, 45 pound darling low rider boy who came in with his friend Baby Girl.
To know his is to love him! He's having tons of fun in play group, and is an all-around good natured little guy. He's good on a leash and is friendly and happy to get all the cuddles he can.
Brutus is vaccinated and will be neutered and micro-chipped as part of his adoption. Brutus is an approximately 1 year old, 45 pound low rider darling of a boy. He came in with his friend Baby Girl.
Brutus is vaccinated and will be neutered and microchipped as part of his adoption.
If you are interested in meeting this friendly fellow, click on the “I’m interested in Brutus!” button to get started.
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Meet Dazy, a 4 year old, 46 lb Black and Tan coonhound mix.
Looking for a sweet, soulful companion? Dazy might be your girl! She’s housebroken, well-mannered indoors, and even sits politely for treats—what a lady!
Dazy has that classic hound nose, which means adventures on the trail are full of sniffing excitement. Just be ready for a little tug on the leash if she catches an interesting scent—her inner explorer can’t resist!
Dazy is a gentle, loving dog looking for a calm and caring home where she can be your loyal sidekick. If you’re ready to share your heart (and maybe a few treats), Dazy is ready to meet you!
If you are interested in meeting this beautiful girl, click on the “I’m interested in Dazy!” button to get started!