Our Dogs: Adoptable Dogs


This is a list of dogs currently available for adoption at Family Dogs New Life Shelter.

BAILEY

Border Collie/Labrador Retriever Mix
1 year old
Female
57 pounds

I am a pretty lady, a Border Collie mix who goes by Bailey. I am a wonderful family pet … only problem is, I’m missing the family. I’m sweet, gentle and a little insecure. I love people, am good with kids and I do great with other dogs too. I am housebroken and crate trained and I know a little obedience. I am fun, active, smart and eager to please my person. I am just a lovely lady looking for an opportunity to show my new family what a wonderful pet I can be!

1 year old-57lbs. My adoption fee is $200 and includes; microchip, spay, reduced cost Training Class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.


CHAD

Dachshund/Pug Mix
2 years old
Male
11 pounds

Who’s looking for a totally rad dog? Well call Chad you new rad dog! I’m 2 years old and just 11 pounds, how rad is that! I love people, kids 5+ and I get along great with other dogs and cats too, totally rad right? I am even crate trained already and I’m learning to walk nicely on leash. I was found as a stray, so there’s not much I can say about my history but I am certain that together we learn lots about Rad Chad!

My adoption fee is $200 and includes; neuter, microchip, 1 month pet health insurance, free vet exam, reduced cost training class, leash/collar, toy & treat packet, food sample.


CINNAMON

Pit Bull Terrier
8 weeks old
Female
8 pounds

*As seen on the hit tv show ‘Leverage’. *
Ha, now how’s that for a headline! Really it’s true…I spent some time on the set this morning-  you know, a little cameo appearance…. ya, I got to hang out with some real tv stars. Can you believe it…I really get to be on TV! ! I can see it now…”Cinnamon the next big thing” so how about you scoop up this soon to be super star and sprinkle a little puppy love on your life? Ok, so I guess you might be a little star struck  but really, no need to be shy,  I am just an adorable baby girl; loving, affectionate and full of life.  I was recently separated from my momma and I am feeling a little lonely right now…..Can you believe such a cute little baby like me is all alone, wandering the streets? But I have a feeling that life will bring me great things….starting with a new family! Are you looking to add a sweet little treat to your life? Are you ready to raise a puppy, ready to give me all the attention and training and guidance that I deserve? Boy o boy I hope so! Let me be the love cinnamon sprinkled on your life! Now hurry on in and meet me, I wouldn’t want the paparazzi to beat you to it!

8 weeks old-8lbs. My adoption fee is $240 and includes; microchip, reduced cost spay and $25 rebate, free training support from Portland Dog eXperts, 1 month pet health insurance, free veterinary exam, leash/collar, toy & treat packet, food sample.

What? You need proof that I’m a star…well ok, here it is. http://www.familydogsnewlife.org/?p=11261


DIEGO

Yorki Mix
3 years old
Male
9 pounds

I am sweet and playful and ready to go home with you. Diego is the name and I am one spectacular little boy! I will make a wonderful lap size pet, I am a total love bug, full of playful energy, am good with other dogs and kids 5+, love to chase kitty cats and I am crate trained already. I am a smart little bugger, even know how to ’sit’ when told.  Why would anyone ever give up an extraordinary boy like me you ask? Who knows really, see I was found as a stray, but all you need to worry about is getting here ASAP so that I can go home with you!

3 years old-9lbs. My adoption fee is $200 and includes; microchip, neuter, reduced cost Training Class, free veterinary exam ,1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.


HARDY

Jack Russell Terrier/Chihuahua Mix
2 years old
Male
9 pounds

Hi hi hi! I’m Hardy…. Think you can pass me by? Hardly! I’m a sweet little pint sized buddy, a true lap dog, a lovable Chihuahua/Jack Russell Mix. At just 9 pounds you’ll hardly notice that I’m around…HA! Hardly! I am so full of love you won’t be able to ignore it… a sweet, gentle and affectionate boy like me is sure to fill any void. I love to play with other dogs and am good with kitty cats too, but I can be a touch shy at first so a family with kids 6+ will be best. Don’t worry though, it hardly takes me any time at all to warm up. I bet you’re thinking that there couldn’t possibly be any more good news… hardly! I am crate trained, walk well on leash and appear to be house-trained too! I bet you can hardly wait to meet me right? Well hurry on in and ask for Hardy!

2 years old-9lbs. My adoption fee is $200 and includes; neuter, microchip, reduced cost training class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.


KARLEA

Cocker Spaniel Mix
2 years old
Female
23 pounds

My name is Karlea, aren’t I a beauty! Well I think so, in fact I am pretty full of myself. So much so that I feel I don’t need to anything that I don’t want to! If you listen up and respect my wishes we’ll be the best of friends! Truth is, I am doing much better with my grumpy attitude towards being corrected, I will do anything you ask as long as you are willing to give me a reward…. Yep, somebody taught me that I only had to listen if I got a treat. No pushing or pulling or yelling, just give me a biscuit and I’ll do anything you ask!  I am very sweet and I love my people, but a new baby came into my home and that meant I had to go…. Probably for the best, since I’m just not too fond of young children. So a family without children is best kind of family, in my opinion. I am housebroken and I am crate trained and promise to be a wonderful addition to any Cocker loving family. Are you searching for cute cute cute little friend with loads of personality, come in and hang out with me I might just fit the bill.

2 years old- 23lbs. My adoption fee is $180 and includes; spay, microchip, 1 month pet health insurance, free vet exam, reduced cost training class, leash/collar, toy & treat packet, food sample.


MIMI

Yellow Labrador Retriever
3 years old
Female
75 pounds

Hey there, need some bubbles and juice to brighten your day? I’m your girl then, Mimosa’s the name! My friends and family call me Mimi. Let’s make this easy, I’ll tell you may sob story, then, you come adopt me, deal? Good. Here’s my story. I’m an AWESOME family dog. I’m super friendly, I love other dogs, and I can even live with cats. I’m even housebroken and know lots of commands too! Oh, did I mention that I’ve shown myself to be the sort of dog that children of any ages can crawl on, poke at and tug on my ears! Not that I want them to pull on my ears…I’m just that type of dog that loves kids so much I let ‘em get away with whatever…Now, how did a gal like me end up in rescue? Well, I had a loving home, but unfortunately their child developed real bad allergies to me, so one of us had to go…and unfortunately they picked the dog over the kid…it always goes that way for canines! Maybe once I get out here I’ll start my own shelter, for children! That way people can keep their dog and re-home their children! Just kidding, just kidding…I’m gonna find a new home this weekend, I just know it!

3 years old-75lbs. My adoption fee is $180 and includes; spay, microchip, 1 month pet health insurance, free vet exam, reduced cost training class, leash/collar, toy & treat packet, food sample.


PRINCESS HELGA

German Shepherd
3 months old
Female
23 pounds

I’m a little Princess named Princess Helga… I‘ll tell ya, I’m no royalty though! I’m a working class down to Earth type of girl! I like everybody, ya know? I love kids, cats, other dogs and life in general. In fact, now that I think about it I’m ready to get out and experience this wonderful like, I just need to find myself a family devoted to raising and training a baby like me….What do you say, can I be your little princess?

3 months old-23lbs.My adoption fee is $260 and includes; spay, microchip, free vet exam, 1 month pet health insurance, reduced cost training class, toy & treat pack, leash/collar, food sample.


PRISSY

German Shepherd/Australian Cattle Dog/Australian Shepherd Mix
10 months old
Female
46 pounds

Hi there. Are you ready for a sad story? Get your tissue…seriously…at 8 weeks old…wait, got your tissue? Bon bons? Shoulder to cry on? OK, good, now, where was I? Oh yeah, at 8 weeks old, my sister, myself, and my mother were crossing a reservation highway…mom got hit and killed by a car…for the next 8 months we were all alone on the reservation surviving on handouts from the local restaurant …Believe it or not, I’m still pretty darn social! Shy of course, but very sweet and eager to trust. Most dogs like me end up totally feral… or worse, but I’m special. So, I was thinking maybe you could give me my first real home with a warm bed and shelter from the cold and rain…what do ya think?

10 months old-46lbs. My adoption fee is $220 and includes; spay, microchip, 1 month pet health insurance, free vet exam, reduced cost training class, leash/collar, toy & treat packet, food sample.


RED DOG

Australian Shepherd/German Shepherd Mix
1 1/2 years old
Male
60 pounds

Dear New Family,
I am fine fella named Red. Handsome on the outside, that’s easy to see! But let me tell you a little bit about the real me…..I was found running the streets, picked up and taken to the local shelter. Whew, safe and sound…soon my family will be coming for me…I thought to myself. But they didn’t show, decided not to come at all. Their loss, not mine….see I know I will find a wonderful new family who will be loving and caring and willing to make a true commitment. You know, a family deserving of a wonderful companion like myself. I am sweet and loving to all that I meet, great with other dogs, always a wagging tail and a smile on my face. So I was hoping that maybe you could come down to Family Dogs and ask to meet me….Hope to see you soon.
Sincerely, Red Dog.

1 ½  years old-60lbs. My adoption fee is $180 and includes; neuter, microchip, 1 month pet health insurance, free vet exam, reduced cost training class, leash/collar, toy & treat packet, food sample.


REX

Australian Kelpie Mix
2 years old
Male
45 pounds

Hey there! I’m Rex! I’m one of those athletic fun types who would love to accompany you on all sorts of adventures. I’m super smart, very, very well trained, and affectionate  too. Sure I get overwhelmed easily, stressful environments like a shelter or vets office make me a little nervous, so we can work on my confidence building together, ok?  I LOVE to play fetch, and I can catch a Frisbee like nobody’s business! What, you think I look a little intense in my photo…ya, well that cause I’m staring right in the face of a bright yellow tennis ball!!!!! Oh my, I wanna catch it, I wanna chase, I wanna feel it in my mouth!!! But, I’m a good boy and I know to sit here patiently…very patiently… until you say ‘ok’! I know your asking yourself ‘How’s a smart, loyal, trained dude like me end up a stray???’ Who knows…I do know one thing! I’m going to find an awesome family soon. The kind person who found me had me in their home for a few days, and they reported that I’m housebroken and played well with their kids ages 7-18. Yup, I’m an awesome dog! I am high energy-nothing out of the ordinary for my breed- but I will need an active family who like to do fun activities all the while continuing my socialization. Sounds pretty good, eh?

2 years old-45lbs. My adoption fee is $180 and includes; neuter, microchip, 1 month pet health insurance, free vet exam, reduced cost training class, leash/collar, toy & treat packet, food sample.


RICKY

Yellow Labrador/Shar Pei/Australian Cattle Dog Mix
1 year old
Male
45 pounds

Howdy! My name’s Ricky, what’s yours? I’m a goofy, fun, and friendly dude that likes to have a good time. I LOVE playing with other dogs, and I love people too. I am a little wary of strangers, and I feel like a family, with kids 10+, that’s willing to be patient and socialize me with lots of new people and new situations would be exactly what I need to become the coolest pooch in town . I’m super smart, and super fun too, so with a little work you should have a perfectly social, happy and well mannered guy! I know a few commands and I’m a quick learner too. A patient person with a firm yet gentle hand will be rewarded greatly with my lifelong companionship!

1 year old-45lbs. My adoption fee is $200 and includes; neuter, microchip, 1 month pet health insurance, free vet exam, reduced cost training class, leash/collar, toy & treat packet, food sample.


SAM

Black Labrador Retriever
5 years old
Male
80 pounds

I’m Sam the man, and what a man I am! Friendly and mild mannered, great on leash, easy to work with and very responsive. Already housebroken, crate trained too. Good with other dogs, wonderful with everyone I meet, alert, happy and a total sweet heart. I guess you could call me a real family man, a true gentle-man. So come right in and ask for Sam the Man!

5 years old-80lbs. My adoption fee is $160 and includes; neuter, microchip, reduced cost training class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.


SASSY

Miniature Dachshund
8 years old
Female
12 pounds

How’s it goin’?! The name’s Sassy! Yeah, I earned my name alright, I am a sassy little thing! You know, like real doxies are supposed to be! I do love people, but I can be a bit touchy and a little slow to warm up to new people. I need someone who’s patient that won’t push me farther than I’m ready to go, OK? See, someone left me sitting in a dog bed outside a Grocery store, then I got bounced from shelter to shelter…I think I have a right to have a few trust issues! Don’t you? So, please help a gal out, I need to start a new life, a life where I will be loved. A family without children that will spoil, pamper and cherish me…

8 years old-12lbs. My adoption fee is $100 and includes; spay, microchip, 1 month pet health insurance, free vet exam, reduced cost training class, leash/collar, toy & treat packet, food sample.


SCOUT

Blue Heeler (Australian Cattle Dog)
4 years old
Male
50 pounds

Hello there, my name is Scout, and I promise to be trustworthy, loyal, helpful, & friendly… just like a real Boy Scout! I am already crate trained, housebroken, well mannered indoors and I ride well in the car… But hey, every dog could benefit from further training! I love playing with the other doggies, am great with children, plus I am good with cats too! I love attention and I’m a real quick learner. The Boy Scout motto is “Be Prepared”. I am prepared to join my new family and give lots of love and devotion, are you prepared for a new best buddy?

4 year old-50lbs. My adoption fee is $180 and includes; neuter, microchip, reduced cost training class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.


TILLY

German Shepherd/Australian Cattle Dog/Australian Shepherd Mix
10 months old
Female
39 pounds

Hi there. Are you ready for a sad story? Get your tissue…seriously…at 8 weeks old…wait, got your tissue? Bon bons? Shoulder to cry on? OK, good, now, where was I? Oh yeah, at 8 weeks old, my sister, myself, and my mother were crossing a reservation highway…mom got hit and killed by a car…for the next 8 months we were all alone on the reservation surviving on handouts from the local restaurant…Most dogs like me end up totally feral …or worse, but I’m special. I still really do like people! I’m just not quite as outgoing as my sister Prissy, so I’ll need a very, very patient and understanding family…So, I was thinking maybe you could give me my first real home with a warm bed and shelter from the cold and rain…what do ya think?

10 months old-39lbs. My adoption fee is $220 and includes; spay, microchip, 1 month pet health insurance, free vet exam, reduced cost training class, leash/collar, toy & treat packet, food sample.


TOMMY

Jack Russell Terrier/Beagle/Chihuahua/Cocker Spaniel Mix (ok,  just call me a mutt already!)
1 1/2 years old
Male
19 pounds

Tommy here, what’s happooooonin’!!! What’s that? I look familiar? Well…I have sold over 100 million records…23 gold singles…9 gold and platinum albums…What? You still don’t know who I am? Tommy James man, of Tommy James and the Shondells! I’m retired from rock and roll now, and decided living the life of a 1 year old mutt sounded like a nice change of pace. I lived well with teens, I’m crate trained, almost all the way housebroken and know lots of commands. I can be a shy, but I warm up fast… I’m just not sure of strangers, ya know? Aren’t we youngins’ told not to talk to strangers?  I’m super smart, but still am a a puppy, so I would like a patient owner willing to take me through class to continue my training and improve my social skills. What do ya think?

18 months old-19lbs. My adoption fee is $200 and includes; neuter, microchip, 1 month pet health insurance, free vet exam, reduced cost training class, leash/collar, toy & treat packet, food sample.


BOOMER

Pit Bull Terrier/Boxer Mix
2 years old
Male
100 pounds

My name is Boomer and I can’t wait to meet you! Look at my big, goofy, gorgeous face and tell me you aren’t in love! I am very eager to please, and catch on to new things real quick. I am already crate trained, and housebroken too. I am eager to love and oh so eager to get a home of my own. I am very friendly and outgoing, great with other dogs of all sizes and wonderful with children too, I have even lived with cats!  If you are looking for a fun, happy, lovable guy I am looking for a home! So come in and meet me, I’ll have you smiling from ear to ear….

2 years old-100lbs. My adoption fee is $160 and includes; neuter, microchip, reduced cost training class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.


DOTTIE

Rat Terrier/Corgi Mix
1 year old
Female
17 pounds

I know what you’re thinkin’… “that Dottie is one little hottie!” And right you are ! I’m hoping to blaze my way right outta this joint! I home is what I need and I want to find it quick! Good looks and a winning personality to match, I shouldn’t have any trouble right? I do wonderfully with other dogs, and I am totally loving with people, a real sweetheart. I wouldn’t mind sharing my home with respectful children 5+, since I am a little shy of new situations…I can just get overwhelmed easily. I’d love to sleep in the bed with you and accompany you on your morning walks. I can picture it now……we’ll be too hot to trot!

1 year old-17lbs. My adoption fee is $200 and includes; microchip, spay, reduced cost Training Class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.


JERRY

Chihuahua
3 years old
Male
5 pounds

Hey there, I’m 5 pounds of feisty they call Jerry! I’m a little lover, a feisty little lover! I like other dogs, and people are great too! Kids? No thanks! I don’t like being poked and prodded, that’s all. It’s nothing personal, but I’m not gonna enjoy trips to the vet either! Don’t you dare think that I am not affectionate, or that I don’t like to be held!  Nice gentle people can pick me up and love on me, and I’ll love them back! Like I said, I don’t like to be poked and prodded and I want you to be gentle with me, so I just need a patient person that will let me adjust, and we can figure out my boundaries together. Hey, big things come in little packages, right? So, c’mon! Spice up your life a little bit with a fun little dude like me!

3 years old-5lbs. My adoption fee is $160 and includes; neuter, microchip, reduced cost Training Class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.


KONA

Catahoula Leopard Dog Mix
1 1/2 years old
Male
60 pounds

I’m, Kona and I need a Homa! Wanna help? I’m a cool dude – smart, goofy, playful and I have a huge heart! I love love love to play with other dogs, but need a home with no kitty cats…I just can’t resist those felines…see I believe they were made for hunting! I am a wonderful housedog, already housebroken and well behaved indoors. I love to ride in the car, hanging my head out the window feeling the breeze through my hair…..ah the fresh air and the freedom! I have even been trough obedience class, and know all kinds of commands already… See, I’m eager to please, very smart and like to learn new things, but I need a lot of structure and consistency in order to feel safe and secure… I get over stimulated easily so a home with kids 10+ will be best for me. What do ya say, help a wilting shelter flower blossom into a beautiful Family Dog???!!!

1 ½  years old-60lbs. My adoption fee is $160 and includes; neuter, microchip, reduced cost Training Class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.


RHYTHM

Dachshund/Terrier Mix
8 months old
Male
10 pounds

Yo! They call me rhythm for obvious reasons! ‘Cause I’m super happy, and I shake my tail to the song of companionship! I’m a young little thang. I’m just 8 months old and about ten pounds. But, I can hang with the big dogs too…in fact I can hang with just about anyone ‘cause I’m so gosh darn sweet! Shy, sure. I am a touch insecure so if you wanna hang with me you’ll need to be gentle and respectful, loving and caring. Guess what? I’m already crate trained and housebroken too! Amazing for such a young guy, eh? So, lemme keep this short and sweet. I’m a total catch, so I don’t need a long description to butter ya up!

My adoption fee is $220 and includes; neuter, microchip, reduced cost Training Class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.


WALTER

Corgi Mix
8 years old
Male
20 pounds

You  saw Grumpy Old Men, right? Ol Walter Matthau really stole the show… He made you laugh and made you smile all the while he wouldn’t let you forget what a grump he could be! I could be your Walter… your grumpy ol man…but I promise to make you smile too. I am so full of personality, really quite charming once you get to know me….. or I guess I should say- once I get to know you. Initially I am not that trusting of new people reaching for me, but after I have a minute of your patience I warm right up into a playful, friendly happy little dude- all smiles and tail wags! Nothing wins me over like a good ol biscuit. Ok, ok, laying it all out to dry… I can be touchy about handling, I’ve got a few ‘no go’ areas for sure…. You know, those places that I just won’t let you touch on the first date! I do really great with other dogs, and am wonderful in my crate, quite and pretty low energy. I will need a home without children, that’s for sure… I’m just not the grandpa type if you know what I mean. You know what would be the perfect home for me? A grumpy old man ! Sure that would be perfect, however I know I can make a wonderful, playful, affection and animated companion for any patient and understanding, low traffic adult family!

8 years old-20lbs. My adoption fee is $120 and includes; neuter, microchip, reduced cost Training Class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.


BOGEY

Chihuahua
3 years old
Male
8 pounds

Hello, I’m Bogey and I am looking for someone who can accept that I am not perfect … but who is right? I just have a history of choosing my company well. So there will be certain things you need to learn about me before we can get along. On the good side; I am housebroken, well mannered indoors and I am crate trained too.  I do ok with other dogs, however they need to know that I am boss…what you think that’s funny? Just because I am only 8 pounds! I am as loyal as they come, very affectionate -the best lap buddy you will ever find. But believe me, I will choose just one lap and with that I will stick….On the not so good side; I will be protective of my person, and I just don’t want to take to anyone new. I’m what you’d call a “1 person dog” and because of this I am looking for a serious adult relationship. I am not really so much searching for rehabilitation as I am acceptance.  I know I am sure am asking for a lot- but that doesn’t mean I don’t deserve a chance. I know I can be the perfect companion for the right kind of home….I sure hope I find it.

3 years old-8lbs. My adoption fee is $120 and includes; neuter, microchip, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, toy & Treat packet, food sample.



SARAH LEE

Pit Bull Terrier
3 years old
Female
48 pounds

I’m Sarah Lee, a playful pound cake with a big smile and a wagging tail! Some may call me ‘exuberant’ but I say it’s just too much love bursting out my seams! Like the warm apple filling oozing out the pie! I am a smart smart smart girl, food motivated and easy to train. I am friendly with all people I meet and I adore children, as long as they can handle my size and energy. I am great with other dogs and I just love to play with toys…sharing toys with my canine playmates, now that is something I could work on. My favorite game is fetch, I am a real pro! I appear to be housebroken and I am wonderfully crate trained already. I even know a couple commands and am trying real hard to walk nicely on leash. In fact, I try real hard at everything I do! So I promise, this sugar cookie will try my hardest when it comes to loving you!

3-4 years old-48lbs. My adoption fee is $100 and includes; microchip, spay, reduced cost Training Class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.



SISTER

Pit Bull Terrier
6 years old
Female
69 pounds

Hey Sister, soul sister, don’t wanna miss a single thing you do tonight! That’s right, don’t wanna miss a single thing you do….I’m a real love, an exceptional companion, a loyal lady and a true sidekick. I am a sweet sister just looking for your approval. I don’t wanna miss out on being your best friend! I do very well with other dogs, I even love to go to the dog park. I am sweet and gentle with people, but very strong too.  My foster mom said I am “very intelligent and very sweet in temperament”, now that’s a shinning referral if you ask me! I am housebroken and crate trained, I know a couple basic commands like ‘sit’, ‘stay’ and ‘wait’. I’m well behaved indoors, you know- I don’t get into the garbage or chew things up and I get off the couch when asked. Like I said, I’m a sweet girl and I just want your approval…..

6 years old-69lbs. My adoption fee is $100 and includes; microchip, spay, reduced cost Training Class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.

PS- Look for my Piteo coming soon!



BRANDON

Labrador Retriever/Greyhound Mix
10 1/2 months old
Male
60 pounds

Brandon Lee may be a stud and Brandon Walsh may be a heart throb ( but he really can’t act). But this Brandon is all that and a bag of chips! I am way more handsome then either of those dudes, I am all legs baby…long luscious legs. Besides my good looks, my acting skills could beat out Mr. Walsh’s any day. I am a great companion, I’ll make you smile, I’ll make you laugh, I’ll keep you company whenever you need. I am good with other dogs here at the shelter, and I have lived with children in the past, but the truth is I need to find a new home without kids. I play too rough and get mouthy when I’m excited. I do get a little stressed and over stimulated easily, so a quiet household will suit me best. I got be honest, I am just not the take to Saturday market, waterfront, dog park type of guy…. I am the play in the back yard, hiking in the woods, jogging in the quiet neighborhood, chill with you on the couch type of guy. I am totally housebroken, crate trained, leash trained, and I even know a few commands. At just 10 ½ months old I have a tone of potential, I just need structure, guidance and TLC.  Do we have another famous Brandon in the making?

10 ½  months old-60lbs. My adoption fee is $200 and includes; neuter, microchip, reduced cost Training Class, 1 month pet health insurance, Free veterinary exam, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.



SNOOKIE

German Spitz/Welsh Corgi Mix
2 years old
Male
16 pounds

Me and my bro Tippy need a new home. Oh, no, don’t worry we don’t have to go home together, in fact it’d be real good if we went our separate ways..See, we are shy and pretty scared here in rescue. It’s just so stressful for lil guys like us, the is a big world and really haven’t had the opportunity to see much of it. I do really like people though, and I’ve been making friends with the staff here really quickly. I’v made a ton of dog buddies too! Boy o-boy I just love to play! I’m also doing really well keeping my crate clean, so any continued training shouldn’t be hard. We came from a home where nobody really cared for us. We where just kind of left to figure everything out for ourselves. I really look forward to someone working with me, taking me to obedience school, and giving me love and respect for the first time in my life… Is that too much to ask from you? Just say so if it is…I understand…it’s a rough world…

2 years old-16lbs. My adoption fee is $180 and includes; neuter, microchip, reduced cost Training Class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.


TIPPY

German Spitz/Welsh Corgi Mix
2 years old
Male
17 pounds

Me and my bro Snookie need a new home. Oh, no, don’t worry we don’t have to go home together, in fact it’d be real good if we went our separate ways..See, we are shy and pretty scared here in rescue. It’s just so stressful for lil guys like us, the is a big world and really haven’t had the opportunity to see much of it. I do really like people though, and I’ve been making friends with the staff here really quickly. I’v made a ton of dog buddies too! Boy o-boy I just love to play! I’m also doing really well keeping my crate clean, so any continued training shouldn’t be hard. We came from a home where nobody really cared for us. We where just kind of left to figure everything out for ourselves. I really look forward to someone working with me, taking me to obedience school, and giving me love and respect for the first time in my life… Is that too much to ask from you? Just say so if it is…I understand…it’s a rough world…

2 years old-17lbs. My adoption fee is $180 and includes; neuter, microchip, reduced cost Training Class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.


WEEBUS

Corgi/Dachshund Mix
3 years old
Female
14 pounds

HEY! DOWN HERE! CHECK ME OUT! I’m a smart little lady named Weebus. I have some pretty tough luck, bounced from home to home….it was always one thing or the other and back into rescue I landed. It is about time I find a forever home, don’t you think? Well, I have come here to Family Dogs in hope that I can find it. Hoping I can find a patient and experienced person willing to make a lifelong commitment to me. I do excellent with the other dogs here, I love to play with them, I’ll even share my food and toys and my bed with them. But apparently I have had some trouble sharing my home with other dogs in the past, but it’s really more about me not wanting to share my person. I do adore children, however since I get possessive of my human it is best that I find a family with no young children, ok. I am totally crate trained, housebroke and I know a bunch of commands-so I’ve really got a great start. Now all I need is a wonderful loving person to guide me and show me the way…..

3 years old-14lbs. My adoption fee is $160 and includes; microchip, spay, reduced cost Training Class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.



HONNA LEE

Bloodhound/Foxhound Mix
2 years old
Female
56 pounds

I know, aren’t I just lovely? Ya I know I am a beautiful lady but don’t worry I am not snooty about it! I am very loving and sweet. It might take me a minute to warm up to someone new, you know, being a hound dog I tend to follow my nose and often times seem a little distracted, but once I focus on you there is not stopping the love I will give you.  I’m just a real nice dog, as a matter of fact I am crate trained already and I am working real hard on my leash manners, but I still need a little more training. I sure am sweet and gentle, plus I do well with other dogs, cats and children. I just love all the attention!  However I have never learned to share my food, and us hound dogs are notorious for our strong love of food! So I do need a family where all members are old enough to understand that I don’t like to share. A lovely gal like me deserves a home of her own don’t you agree? Then come say hi to Honna Lee!

2 years old-56lbs. My adoption fee is $180 and includes; current shots, spay, microchip, reduced cost Training Class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.



PHARO

Chihuahua/Italian Greyhound Mix
6 years old
Male
9 pounds

Ya, I know what you’re thinkin’…”just another Chihuahua mix”. But believe me, I am not your ordinary Chihuahua! I am extraordinary!  Pharo is my name, I’m about 6 years old and a petite 9 pounds. Handsome to boot, sweet as can be and as friendly as they come. I love people, I love attention, I even love to play. I have good house manners, I am already crate trained too. Kids 4+ will suit me just fine and I can totally bond with your other dog. Ha! I bet you’re eatin’ your words now…..just another Chihuahua mix my butt! I’m Pharo and I am extraordinary!

My adoption fee is $120 and includes; neuter, microchip, 1 month pet health insurance, free vet exam, reduced cost training class, leash/collar, toy and treat packet, food sample.


BELL

Labrador Retriever/Foxhound Mix
18 months old
Female
60 pounds

I am a shy girl in search of love. A family of my own and a place that I can call home. Is that asking too much? I am a sweet and gentle girl, I sure deserve it. I am already housebroken and crate trained but I am young and could stand to learn a bit more too. I do really well with other dogs, in fact they make me feel pretty safe and secure… new people on the other hand, they make me feel a little nervous. I have a shy personality, I am soft hearted and it easy to hurt my feelings. I just need to find a family that is very patient, loving and gentle- that shouldn’t be too hard to fine, right?

1 1/2 years old-60lbs. My adoption fee is $180 and includes; spay, microchip, reduced cost Training Class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.


EDDIE

Jack Russell Terrier/Rat Terrier Mix
8 years old
Male
14 pounds

Hi there I am Eddie, a spunky little dude with a wonderful attitude. Friendly and outgoing, just a little shy of being overly handled by people I don’t know…. but if you are polite and respectful of me my heart will be yours in no time. I am loyal like you’ve never seen, so I do tend to protect my human! I do well with other dogs, although I like to get bossy sometimes and I am ok with older gentle children 12+. I gotta tell you though, cats are a no go! I am housebroken already and crate trained too, quite trainable and super food motivated-so nothing gets me going like a biscuit. If you can find space in your heart (and in your lap) for a wonderful dog like me then please, by all means, don’t hesitate to take me home!

8 years old- 14lbs. My adoption fee is $80 and includes; neuter, microchip, reduced cost Training Class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.


LIZZY

English Mastiff
6 years old
Female
180 pounds

Check out these beautiful long legs, gorgeous like a super-model. I am a big, impressive lady, I could prance right on to any runway. I am a social butterfly, I love people and am very friendly. Other dogs are fine by me as long as they don’t mind being bossed around a bit (ok, bossed around a lot! and let me tell ya, most dogs just can;t tolerate being bullied by a 180 pound beauty). I’ve shared my with cats, and that really didn’t work out so well- I just want to chase and chase, and good thing for them I got all size and no speed. I have even lived with children in the past and I do great with them, as long as they can handle my size! I am already housebroken and ride well in the car, I walk nicely on a leash and know my basic commands. I am a huge girl who will need a Big soft bed and plenty of room- don’t you know us super models need to be pampered!

6 years old- 180lbs. My adoption fee is $140 and includes; spay, microchip, reduced cost Training Class, free veterinary exam, 1 month pet health insurance, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.

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LADY

Chesapeak Bay Retriever/German Shepherd Mix
7  years old
Female
75 pounds

You lookin for a sweet Lady? A loyal Lady? A mature but playful, eager to please, ready to lie at your feet type of Lady? Well what do you know…..I’m Lady and I have been waiting for you! Waiting a long time as a matter of fact, I traveled a long way too….just to find you. So come on in and meet me, let get this family life started…I’m ready to share my love with you, your children, even your other dog….as long as they don’t mind me being boss. I am not however willing to share my love or my home with cats or other small critters, no way!  I’m ready to share the bed with you, share the couch with you, share my morning walk with you……

7  years old-75lbs. My adoption fee is $80 and includes; microchip, spay, reduced cost Training Class, 1 month pet health insurance, Free veterinary exam, leash/collar, food sample, toy & Treat packet.


AUBREY

Pit Bull Terrier/Whippet Mix
1 year old
Female
34 pounds

Aubrey, one of the 8 wonderful dogs FDNLS rescued from the Missouri dogfighting bust in Nov 2009, is ready for a home of her own!
Aubrey is a sweet, sensitive, energetic 14 month old Pit Bull Terrier mix pup, an adorable whist of thing weighing only 34 pounds! She is 100% fun and loves to play all the time, but she’s very good about laying down and noshing on her chewies when it’s time to relax.  One of her favorite things is to climb up on your lap for some snuggle time.  She loves people, but she is still quite insecure and nervous in new situations so she does need to find a home without children. She gets along with other dogs but can be quite rambunctious- this girl loves to play, she will do very well with a calm, confident older dog who can teach her the ropes.  Aubrey thinks it’s a blast to chase after cats (she doesn’t want to hurt them, just thinks they’re fun toys) so a cat free home would be best.  Since new situations can overwhelm Aubrey it is important that  she find a patient owner that will take things slow with her at first.  She loves to throw her toys around in the air and thinks squeaky toys are the best thing. Aubrey is an active girl with a lot of drive, she is very very smart and will need an adopter committed to training and socializing her. This pup has loads of potential and is eagerly waiting for a home where she can blossom into a wonderful pet.

If you would like more information about Aubrey or would like to set up a meeting please contact  Karin at karin.britta@yahoo.com

Aubrey’s adoption fee is $120 and includes; spay, microchip, reduced cost training class, 1 month pet health insurance, free vet exam, leash/collar, toy & treat pack, food sample.


Photos by David Childs Photography