Courtesy Postings

The dogs listed here are dogs who are in need of a new home but are not actually available for adoption through Family Dogs New Life shelter. These dogs belong to individuals who are no longer able to keep them.
This is just our way of helping dogs find their way to a new life when we are not able to take them into our care. These dogs have not been evaluated by Family Dogs staff.
If you are interested in adopting one of the dogs listed here please contact their person directly.
If you have a dog that you are looking to re-home and you would like us to place them on our website please send us an email.

Bella

Rehoming our wonderful girl "Bella". She is 6 years old, spayed, female, Border Collie mix. We rescued her as a puppy 5 years ago, but recently she is having a hard time transitioning to family life with our young kids and it's clear she needs to be in a kid-free, dog/cat free home.
We're heartbroken as she's truly an incredible girl who loves to play, keep you company, and is calm and chill as long as she gets her good walk, run, or frisbee in for the day. She is a great guard dog, and you can always rely on her to alert you of your upcoming package delivery ; ) She can heal, sit, stay and very food motivated. 
She can take time to adjust to strangers but in a calm and controlled setting we've had great luck befriending her to guests and dog sitters.
Located in Portland, OR but happy to transport her for the right home. Michellek.mccabe@gmail.com

GIBBS

My name is Gibbs, I am 2.5 years old and you may look at me and see a pretty big size but it is all love, I don’t have an aggressive bone in my body. I get along with cats, other dogs and I absolutely love children! I am a pretty active dog, I always have energy no matter what even after going on walks and hikes. I am fully house broken, kennel trained if needed. I need someone who will be patience who can handle my pulling on my leash but I love my walks. I am looking for my forever home with my forever family. 

541-751-5370 

PEPPER

Pepper is a 6 year old pointer mix and has that pointer energy. He lives for the chase!!! ...of balls. Pepper loves water too. He'll happily spend over an hour at the dog park and still have energy for a good walk or hike the same day. He can be a little aloof with other dogs he doesn't know well. He is not aggressive but he just knows he'd rather play fetch. When he's had his exercise, Pepper is a very mellow cuddly dog. He is good with other dogs and children. He will let you know when he has energy to burn off though. He's smart but also strong willed. Active owners are a must. He's generally quiet but will bark when dogs or people are passing on the street. Pepper is neutered and is up to date with vaccinations. Unfortunately, after a divorce and as a single dad I don't have enough time to give Pepper the activity he needs. If interested, please contact Jens at 503-410-4842  

IRIS

Iris is a 2.5-3 year old pitbull (lab?) mix. She found as a young puppy in a field abandoned but was rescued and provided medical care for vaccinations and heart-worm treatment. She's now a happy and healthy dog. The heart worm may have impacted her interest in intense exercise. She doesn't like to play fetch or run fast with other dogs for long. However, she is usually happy to sit and cuddle. She is is very gentle with children and loves to meet other dogs though she could use some work on her leash manners. She will need a home with people or another dog around most if not all of the day. If interested, please contact Jens at 503-410-4842.   

Ranger

Re-homing Ranger: This handsome boy is needing a new range to roam. I adopted him from Family Dogs New Life shelter in February. He is approximately 5 years old, though I feel he is a puppy in a grown dog’s body. Sweet and cuddly boy, loves to play and gets along very well with my other dog. The entire reason I got him was for her to have a friend. He is not dominating, aggressive or resource guarding at all. He really just needs room to play and be a dog. I live in a rental with a very small backyard. A neighbor hasn’t taken to the adjustment period for him to learn the do’s and don’ts, although he is learning rather quickly. Unfortunately, they have been calling and complaining in late morning and afternoon hours every other day and upped their anti to past quiet hours. They do not play at night, this was in the first 30 days of having him, upon my waking as a first shift baker that works very, very early hours. He is very calm to rest and stays quiet through regular hours. However, this puts me at a reason for cause of eviction and I have to either re-home or surrender him back to the shelter to avoid one more complaint that would leave me 10 days to relocate. I’ve been here 6 years; it’s my home, my garden, my safe place and now I feel unable to let them make a peep worried with anxiety. That’s not fair to him or my other dog. They don’t play too loud, but they do play hard. If you have regular hours this shouldn’t be a problem for you. They do enjoy each other very much so he is an awesome dog for anyone with another dog, as long as he has the space and freedom to be a dog. He’s not getting that here, and it breaks my heart. If you’re local he already has a doggie best friend and dog meetups for energy releases. I am requesting a $100 re-homing fee to ensure a person is financially responsible to meet his veterinary/grooming needs, that fee will be donated to the shelter if referred by this site. AND I am requiring a screening to meet all potential owners and if applicable, other dogs.

If interested please contact Kristi at 971-255-6820

Charlie & Eska

Hello! We are Charlie and Eska, a bonded pair of deeply loving brothers!! Charlie (the black) is 13 years old, and Eska (the brown/tan) is 11. We think they are some sort of Chihuahua and Dockson mix and are about 10-12 lbs each. They have spent their entire lives together and are inseparable. They grew up in a loving home until their mother (my friend's grandmother) passed away unexpectedly last year, and no one in the family could take them. They have been living with my boyfriend and me as fosters since. We would like them to stay together as they are closely bonded and manage their quirky anxiety together so well! They are well-behaved and friendly but can become shy and nervous around new people and places. They will likely hang out mostly in their crate/home until comfortable. We are not asking for a re-homing fee but are particular about finding the right home for them. They need an excellent owner to love on them and is available to spend quality at-home time with them. They will come with their harnesses, dog bowls, crate, and 12 months of diamond naturals food. They are fixed, and we are confident they're vaccinated. Still, their vaccination status is unknown, and we are trying to track down some details with their former family members. They are crate-trained to an extent and are housebroken. These two are adorable and well-mannered dogs, shy around new people, places, and other pets, but they get along well with everyone. They do not, however, enjoy being picked up by surprise suddenly. These senior dogs would make excellent companions!

Relocation Fee: $0

Location: Eugene, OR (Can travel with the dogs for potential meet and greets etc)

Please Contac:t Andrea at ahupp1984@gmail.com

or Nick at thepadsquad@gmail.com

LaLoyd

7 months old
neutered male, up to date with shots
Pit Bull Mix 
Rehome Fee: $300

Forgive my wiggling butt, I'm just so excited to meet a new friend! My name is LaLoyd and I'm 7 months old. I know it's hard to believe that the handsome puppers with ears for years that stands before you is the same lost and injured puppy my foster family saved from the busy road 5 months ago. It seems like a lifetime ago when I was hungry, battered and broken, with not a friend in the world. My foster friends saw me get hit on the road by a car and rushed me to the doctor where I was fixed up properly. Since then, I've healed and grown and learned so much at puppy social school. I've made so many friends and I'm eager to meet more! 

I'm learning my manners when meeting with new people and dogs, even cats! I sleep in my own crate and I'm nearly fully potty trained. What I would really love is to adopt a family who lives in a house with a yard and maybe even an older dog sister to play with, as long as she doesn't mind sharing her toys. Because food was scarce before I came to my foster home, I still get worried about someone taking my food and toys sometimes so I would do best in a home with no young children. My foster home is in a busy area and sometimes that stresses me out. I am still a little weary of loud cars, fast bicycles and barking dogs.That's why I am looking for a family who lives in a quieter neighborhood. I like dog savvy cats, but I admit, I could be tempted to chase one that runs. 

I love learning and would love to adopt a person who is willing to take me to a positive training class to continue my studies. My foster mum is retired but has been working on helping me feel comfortable when I'm home alone and I am able to stay home alone for 4 hours at a time already! It helps me a lot that she has a predictable schedule and I'm looking for that in my forever home. While I love playing with other dogs, I can get overwhelmed and overly excited still so I'm not a dog park dog. I prefer playing in smaller groups with guidance from my handlers so I can continue to develop good doggy manners. 

I even have a personal tutor, who comes to my house to help make sure I'm learning all the things I need to be healthy and happy as I grow. She is going to be the one helping me find my forever home and will be able to support whatever family I adopt too! If you have any questions or think you might like me to adopt you, please email Denise at denise.behave@gmail.com

HERCULES

He’s a muscley chonker of a sweet heart who in typical Velcro Pittie fashion, just wants to be with his person and cuddle. He was found on the streets of Downey by my partner’s brother, escaped euthanasia, and after two months of trying to work with a rescue (they’re all so inundated atm!) we’ve taken it into our own hands and found a temporary foster in Portland for him. He would do best in a home with someone who has a bit of experience with dogs and has the patience and time to work with him on early signs of separation anxiety. He could be the only dog, or go to a home with another dog of similar strength and an owner that once again, will take the time to integrate the dogs slowly and safely. He loves dogs, but is a big strong male and we want to make sure that it is a good fit for all.

-pittie mix

2-3 years old

-59lb - sweet as could be -loves people, and is good with older kids who understand dogs and boundaries. -has his neuter appointment for 4/4 -needs one last shot we’re working on, then up to date! - NO CATS

-reactive to small critters such as crows and squirrels -seemingly crate trained

Contact Jamie at jamicakes@me.com

BUSBY

Hi, do you like cuddles? I like cuddles. If you love a big old dog who thinks he’s a lap dog, then busby is your dog. Lots of energy for being a larger and older dog but loves early morning and late night walks. I’m a very strong dog so please know that. I have a lot of separation anxiety which is great for you if you work from home so we can cuddle all the time. I like to roll in the grass in a nice open yard but not at dog parks. I don’t like other large dogs especially in my yard. Small dogs that don’t growl are cool and so are cats. I LOVE KIDS MORE THAN WALKS!!

contact Jeff at dewittjeff2@gmail.com

BLUE

Hello my name is BLUE I am an almost 3 year old border collie Aussie mix. I am neutered and no all my basic commands very well.i am crate trained even tho i dont like it.  I am also muzzle trained I am full of energy and love my people. Almost as much as my people love me that’s why it has taken my mom this long to write this she loves me so much she’s been lying to her self about being able to give me the life I deserve . I have a lot of energy and am very pray driven.  I love kids but I am very protective of my kids and I don’t like when there friends chase them or play nurf guns so I need a home that has older kids like 13 or adult only household . I also get a long with other dogs I’m used to but it takes a while for me to warm up a trust other dogs.  I would do best being the only dog. I can NOT LIVE WITH CATS . I have never hurt one but I chase them an hold them down with my paws . Some of my fav things to do are talking to you.. going on hikes and runs playing ball and cuddling up for movies I will sit in your lap like a person to get chest rubs. I have been working on my confidence for a while now and  have 3 other fur brothers but I need to be the only dog….. because I get jealous easy. If your looking for a funny protective cuddle best friend I may just be it I have corks but am very smart and with the right family could be the perfect dog .
Call Kay or email for any questions (971)2778874
Sonslove420.kb@gmail.com

THOR

Meet Thor!

Age: 11 months

Breed: Pit/lab mix

Need to rehome good boy. We have a young (about a year old) pit mix that needs a new home. He is a very good boy, good with kids and dogs (we don’t know about cats). He could probably jump a fence but never has, and he has always played very well with our old dog. He is on a grain-free diet , knows basic commands, and crate trained. Thor is still intact but has vaccines. 

He needs a home that will give him the attention and care he deserves, and that just isn’t our home. We have an infant and a toddler and just no room for this guy. I do recommend bigger kids being he is still a puppy, although he does do very well with small kids so far.

Thor seems to learn pretty quickly, and is eager to please. He does cry when you leave, but settles down after a few minutes. He is genuinely a good dog, we just cannot provide him with the attention that he needs. We have an old dog that had a mass removed and Thor is just too much puppy for the old boy now and has had to be kept separated, which just isn’t fair to him. 

We will send his crate and food dish along with him and we ask that you donate $50 to the shelter as the rehoming fee.

Stephanie
9712124572
Goofyquilter@msn.com

Blandon, Eve & Kekis

Three rescue dogs from Mexico!
The puppy from the San Diego shelter is only 3 months old and not spayed so she is not ready for adoption just yet.

It's been raining almost everyday since they got here but they have been doing very well despite the long journey and this rainy weather!

Blandon: 7 months old, neutered, black Lab mix, male. Very sweet and good with other dogs. Playful and love to run! 
Eva: 7 months old, spayed Cattle Dog mix, female. Very affectionate. Love to fetch.
Kekis: 1.5 year old, spayed tan female. Shy at first but warms up if given time.

They are learning not to jump on people and sit to get attention and treats.
They are all shots up to date but not microchipped. Adoption fee is $400.

Please contact Yuki Marsh by email at yukicanbereached@gmail.com

OTIS

We adopted our dog Otis with no known history from the Multnomah County shelter last fall and have provided him with a loving home. He was found by by a good samaritan wandering around Delta Park and was not chipped and had no identification.

He loves us so much, but he's become a bit too protective around our home and children. Otis needs a home without kids and without a lot of new people coming and going. Kids make him nervous and he has nipped - so we made the tough decision to find him a home that is more appropriate and safer for him.
He does love people, but just needs to be introduced in the right way. He's a wonderful, loving dog who will thrive in a calm home - we just have a lot of kids coming and going.
Otis is a playful and very affectionate young pup looking for a quiet, low-traffic home and a new person or family who is experienced with large breeds.

He's smart, obedient, and eager-to-please. He's had basic training and is eager for more. Otis has no health issues, and no naughty behavioral issues like chewing or barking. He is house trained. He loves to snuggle, go for walks, play tug-of-war, keep-away, fetch (working on it!) and any other games you want to teach him!

He's probably about 18 months old.

CONTACT ttleahy@gmail.com FOR INQUIRES

Deets

FREE TO A GOOD HOME-German Shepherd 
ONLY re-homed to a Dedicated Experienced Individual who understands the breed and their propensity for prey drive, and tendencies toward aggression.
Czech Shepherd-Boarder Patrol Breeding
Male
75lbs. 
2 years old Nov. 2023
Papered/Not registered-Parents in North Eastern Washington
Intact 
Up to date on Vaccines/Rabies 
2 years solid training
Trained at Huffman-One on One and Group Training. Climbs, Balanced, focused 
Kennel Trained
Prong Collar/Shock Collar
He’s Dedicated, Sweet, Active.
He needs a job to do and more training on his aggression which comes from fear. He was attacked as a puppy.
Drawback to him is he’s aggressive toward other dogs and mall animals
(New owner will sign a release of liability when re-homed)
This is a sad day for our family. We can no longer keep him with our life situation and changes. With a lot of deliberation it has come down to making this very sad decision.

Please call Jessica at 503-919-1200 for more info

Teeka

6 years old
90 lbs
Husky

Her behavior - Happy, social, active, smart, easy to train, good communicator, not vocal, friendly with all people, loves all dogs, sweet to cats, does have resource guarding issues that we have been working with her on

Her favorite actives - walking, dog parks, hiking, running, skijoring, boating, trips in the car, anything as long as she is with you

Health - needs grain free food (common for huskies), broken hip at 2 years old (it bothers her sometime but doesn’t stop her from being active), up to date on vaccines

What she needs in a home - walks or plenty of outdoor space, someone at home with her (cat or dog) or not being left alone for long, no small children because she communicates with her mouth and paws which could hurt small children, no chickens unless they are very well protected

We have fostered her on and off for 1 year so we have gotten to know her and train her. Unfortunately, our dog doesn't like having another dog in the home so we can not keep Teeka. 

Feel free to give me a call or text at 503-367-2718

-Kaitlin and Teeka

Sarsaparilla

Sarsaparilla (or Sassy, for short!) is a 65 pound spayed female, about 2 years old, who loves running, cuddling, and training. She’s delightfully food motivated and always excited for what’s next.

She’s lived with me (Kenny) and my other dog (Ladybird) ever since she came from MCAS as a stray rescue in January. Unfortunately, she is just too stressed about having to share her home with another dog. Despite mostly getting along fine, she has always been more anxious when the other dog is around and has bitten her.

She’s done well with apartment life! She loves long walks, whether on sidewalks or in the woods. She is more than happy to have a great time running around a field by herself, and is one of the most excited swimmers I’ve ever seen.
The DNA test says she’s an American Bully / Belgian Malinois mix! She acts like it, too – she’s always ready to hop on the couch and lay on me, chase the first squirrel she sees, and is quick to switch into training mode. She’s crate trained and house trained, sleeping in her crate without a problem and she trained herself to eat her meals in there!

We’re still working on her manners. She’s got some reactivity when it comes to strangers, mostly jumping up when people come over and pulling on the leash when she gets surprised by a runner. With care and attention, though, I know she has incredible potential! She needs a home that can give her a safe place to rest and relax, and a human to care for her that can help her to learn she’s got nothing to worry about.

For more info contact Kenny at 251-423-0669

Guiness

Guiness (Like the beer but not spelled the same)
Born May 15 2022
Pitbull Terrier
Tricolor Black/Tan/Cream.

Owner: Chad Gunter
Phone 725-232-5219 prefer text first:

Meet Guiness! He is 1 & 1/2 years old and he is the super sweetest boy ever. He is great with children and other dogs, never tested with cats.

He is:

• Current on all vacs

• crate trained

• leash trained

• house trained

Guess is a very good cuddle buddy he loves to be both outside and inside. He likes walks, but also could just as easily nap next to you for several hours and watch TV. He has been raised 5 year old since he was 3 and is very gentle and handles even the most irritating situations like a pro. He has spent most of his life around a Great Dane, so he is not food aggressive, but he is bone/treat aggressive if he thinks he has something special. Guiness loves things to chew on, so if you don't give him something, he might chew on something you don't want him to.

Please help me give him a new family. He deserves it.

MOLLY

Hello, 

Molly is a seven-year-old pit/lab mix. She is sweet, affectionate, smart, well-trained, and loves people. Her favorite things are cuddles, toys, and pup cups. She is very loved by her previous owners, me and my partner. However, Molly is sadly not able to live in our apartment anymore. Due to stress in the household, Molly became anxious and tore up the carpet and the landlord kicked her out. Molly does not do well with other animals and unfortunately, our roommates had other animals. Because of these issues and barriers, it makes it nearly impossible for us to keep her or rehome her. Every person we’ve reached out to isn’t able to take Molly on because of Molly’s aggression toward household pets, which most have. The trigger of her stress is mostly around food and water which she resource guards. With the right environment, Molly can be very successful. She is never aggressive toward people including children, making her a great family dog. 

We are very desperate to find Molly a place to stay whether that’s at a shelter, foster home, or a forever home. We have exhausted all options and don’t know what to do. Please consider taking our sweet girl who just wants a loving family she can call home. Any help you can provide will be greatly appreciated. Reach out by email or phone. My number is 971-940-9440.

We appreciate you,

Emmeline

CLEO

Meet Cleo,

A sweetheart to her core, that is looking for her forever home.

My partner and I rescued Cleo at just 7 weeks old.

A bit too early to wean, but the people who had her and her litter mates said their mom stopped feeding them & were just giving the pups away in a parking lot down, in Sweet Home, Oregon - so we decided to make sure she went to a good home & brought her back to Portland with us to raise & take care of.

This was during the fires that happened a few years back & we could tell she was relieved to just have a place to rest in our car, where she felt safe.

We would love nothing more than to keep Cleo with us, but unfortunately due to a change in housing that isn't very stable for her, we have decided to make the very difficult decision to try and find her somewhere that she can be loved and feel safe once again.

Cleo loves to play fetch, go for walks, play with other dogs, cuddle like nobodies business & is certified as an Emotional Support Animal(E.S.A).

She loves other dogs & cats, although she tends to be a little uneasy at first around large dogs, she warms up to them quickly.

Cleo weighs 55lbs, is always bathed regularly, up to date on all of her shots & checkups, she is currently unaltered, but has never had a litter & has only not been spayed yet because we wanted to wait for her to fully grow up before we put her through any kind of surgery.

Cleo is loved so much & truly deserves the best in life.

If you would like to know anything else about Cleo at all, please feel free to reach out to us at (503)765-4047

Thank you so much for taking the time to read a little about Cleo's journey so far.

Sincerely,

-Molly