2022 Adoptions

Meet Apollo

Apollo is a sweet 3-year-old boy who loves toys and affection just as much as treats, sometimes even more so! He is a go-with-the-flow kind of dog who is happy walking around meeting new people and dogs but is also happy finding a nice spot outside to roll around in the grass and chill with a ball. He is very loving and enjoys the company of people!

Tips for training

Sometimes Apollo can be a little picky about treats, so you might need to try a few kinds to find one he likes and keep rotating them to keep him interested. Even better, offer a ball, toy, or to meet someone new!

What am I learning?

• I have learned "recall", "sit", and "down"
• I am working on not pulling on my leash and focused walking

Meet Bea

Bea is a 12-year-old, terrier-pitt mix, spayed female. She is a couch potato thats loves being loved! She may be an older lady but definitely has some spunk! Bea does great with short walks, but is not very athletic — would prefer to lounge in the AC on a bed with a chew toy. She will need a meet and greet with other household pets. She has very minor age-related health issues and is perfect for owners who are seeking a more relaxed and loving dog.

Tips for training

Don’t let her age fool you — she is willing to please and learn new tricks with high value rewards!

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit”, “down”, and “touch”
• I'm working on loose leash walking

Meet Bella

Bella is a 1-year and 9-months-old, mixed breed, vaccinated and spayed female. She is sweet, active, smart, very well trained and the perfect size, weighing 42 lbs. She can be extremely active but also knows how to relax with her human (she would be the most amazing hiking partner). Bella can be selective of her furry friends so we would recommend a proper introduction to any potential furry siblings or housemates.

Tips for training

In a short time, Bella has learned: sit, down, stay, touch, leave it and even other cool tricks! 

What am I learning?

• I'm learning everything I can because I love new tricks

Meet Bogart "Boogie"

Bogart is a sweet, handsome man that loves cuddles and kisses! He is neutered and up to date on all vaccines. He is estimated to be around 3-4-years-old and has done well with all dog introductions. He’s an overall happy and playful pup. Boogie is very smart and willing to learn. With a little additional training he’ll make a great companion for anyone! And pictures don't do him justice. He is named Bogart because he is so good-looking.

Tips for training

Boogie is very smart and willing to learn. He is very motivated by food.

What am I learning?

• I'm learning "sit", "down", "up", "heal", and "recall" 
• I love doing tricks and practicing my rolling, sitting pretty, and crawling

Meet Bruce

Bruce is a very energetic, upbeat, 1-year-old, neutered male yellow Labrador. He loves to play catch but will also cuddle if given an opportunity. He loves to tumble with other dogs and is not aggressive.

Tips for training

Sometimes it’s difficult for Bruce to focus, but he is happy to listen if you give him a toy as a reward, even better if it squeaks!

What am I learning?

• I am working on manners and have learned a lot
• I have learned "sit", "lay down", and "paw" 

Meet Chanel

Chanel is an 11-month-old female spayed bull dog-mix and her markings rival any created by a fashion designer! She is up to date on vaccinations and preventatives. Chanel likes walking and running, so give up the time in that stuffy gym and take a stroll with her. She also enjoys lying on the grass with her people and watching others go by. 

Tips for training

Chanel is friendly with other dogs but first encounters should start with a meet and greet to contain her enthusiasm. She is very social and gets distracted in environments with lots of dogs but will do all these commands for cheese (alias dog bling!).  

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit", "down", "stay", "touch", "look", and "heel"
• I get excited so I'm still working on my manners

Meet Charlie

Charlie is incredibly friendly with people and very confident when making new friends. He plays well with other dogs, but is also happy to simply coexist with them. He enjoys chasing toys and is working on bringing them back for another toss. If he could have his pick of any toy, it would be something with a squeaker!

Tips for training

Charlie is highly intelligent and has truly grown throughout his training. He picks up on commands very quickly and is highly motivated by food and your approval.

What am I learning?

• I have mastered "sit", "down", "leave it", "touch", and "recall"
• I am working on stay and loose leash walking
• My favorite trick is roll over — all the belly rubs

Meet Chica and Lady

These two ladies are a bonded pair who are looking for their forever home together! They are 2-years-old spayed female mixed terriers who are people and dog friendly. These ladies are both friendly and relaxed. Chica loves to be held and is the perfect lap dog when she gets attention. 

Tips for training

Lady is very food motivated and loves to learn tricks for a snack. Both walk well on a leash together and love meeting new people.

What are we learning?

• We are proficient with the command "sit" and are working on "lay down"
• I (Lady) am learning "shake" and "look" and helping Chica learn too
• We are still working on "no jump" but we are doing well with "recall"

Meet Cleo

Cleo is one of the sweetest dogs you’ll ever meet. She is the happiest girl, who gets along with every dog and human she meets. She is low-energy and would love nothing more than a home that allows her to lounge in a comfy couch or bed (she is totally a couch potato). Cleo would be an amazing family dog and deserves the most amazing home. If you are looking for the perfect addition to your family, come meet Cleo!

Tips for training

Cleo is extremely smart and excelled in her basic training. Her favorite activity is getting praise, pets, and eating treats (especially boiled chicken).

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit", "down", and "stay"
• I am potty trained, leash trained, and never bark

Meet Daisy Mae

Daisy Mae is a spunky, 1-year-old, beagle mix who would love to join your dog pack. She is energetic, affectionate, loves to play fetch, and gets along with other dogs. Daisy Mae loves long walks and would be a perfect hiking companion. She is excited to meet her new family.

Tips for training

Daisy Mae learns best after a few short activities that allow her to get out energy.

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit", "lay down", "touch", and "come"
• When I meet new people I get excited so I'm working on not jumping
• I am also work on my leash manners

Meet Darla 

Darla is a 5-year-old, spayed female, mixed breed who has a sweet and gentle heart. She is mellow and laid-back, perfect for relaxing walks in the park or being a couch potato. She is also young and healthy and would be a good hiking friend.

Tips for training

Darla is very smart and is always looking to earn love and treats.

What am I learning?

• I am good at loose leash walking
• I have learned "sit", "down", and "touch"

Meet Demi

Demi is a 9-month-old spayed female Terrier cross with a fantastic personality. She is brilliant and desires to please if given the opportunity. Demi plays really well with other dogs and does a great job communicating with humans and her canine friends. Demi loves to go on runs but is also content relaxing by your side.

Demi is a kind, gentle dog with a streak of zoomies tucked in. She continues to show significant improvements and is incredibly quick to learn new tricks. When faced with a new situation, Demi is inquisitive but reserved. She is great with dog-dog interactions. She has been used frequently as a playmate and model for others since she gets along with so many!

Tips for training

Demi is very food motivated and will master new commands fast for some extra treats.

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit", "shake", "heel", and "come" 
• I still need to work on the "down" but I'm a quick learner

Meet Dewie

Dewie is a 3 to 5-year-old neutered male who is fully vaccinated. He is very sweet and very much a pleaser. Dewie would be a great dog in a multiple pet household or all alone!

Tips for training

Dewie will do anything for treats and love! He can be a bit distracted when he is tired of learning, but that is a good time for him to wind down and cuddle.

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit", "down", "paw", "other paw", and "touch"
• I can also roll over

Meet Dexter

Dexter is a quintessential cattle dog — bright, smart, very active, and people focused. He is a lively little fellow who's love of treats is only matched by his love for his ring toy! He is incredibly smart and a quick-learner and can perform a variety of tricks, even several different ones in a row. He is highly motivated to learn new things and earn lots of treats and praise.

Tips for training

Dexter is young and has boundless energy so he benefits from getting frequent commands and little "tug breaks" with his toy to help maintain his attention.

What am I learning?

• I have learned "recall", "sit", "down", and high-fives are easy now
• I am still working on "spin", "wait/okay", "roll over", "drop it", and "touch"
• I love practicing "weave" (going in a figure 8 between legs)

Meet Gavin

Gavin is a 1 to 2-year-old mixed breed neutered male. He loves two things in life: his tennis ball and people! He has never met a stranger and he’s not like those pesky puppies that jump when he meets you; he will calmly sit at your feet awaiting a pet. But don’t let him fool you, when that ball comes out, his spry spirit emerges! Gavin is dog selective, especially when it comes to playing with his ball, so he would most likely do best in a home without other dogs or maybe an older dog that can give him his space.

Tips for training

Gavin loves his ball more than treats! Because of that, you always need to make sure you have two tennis balls when playing! He knows his “drop it” command very well if you have another ball to trade for his.

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit", "lay down", "stay", and "recall"
• I never pull on my leash unless I'm excited to play with my ball

Meet Harper

Harper is a 6-month-old spayed female hound mix who loves meeting new people, new dogs, and just about anyone you want to introduce her to! She is so good-natured; she doesn’t have a mean bone in her body. She does like to play growl, but that just means she’s super happy to be involved!

Tips for training

Harper loves treats, especially cheese, so if you need her to listen, just break out that cheese and all her attention is on you.

What am I learning?

• I am working on "sit", "down", "wait", "touch", and "drop it"
• When I get excited I pull on my leash and jump but I'm working on it

Meet Hattie

Hattie is a 7-month-old mixed breed spayed female who is up to date on vaccinations and preventatives. She loves everyone she has ever met and loves to greet people by wagging her tail so much that her whole body starts to wiggle! Hattie is a very gentle dog who would love to sit and spend time with you, or go for a long walk exploring what nature has to offer. She is very curious on walks and loves to check out new things. You can see her confidence build as she investigates novel items. Hattie is great with other dogs too! It doesn’t matter if the other dogs are large or small, she enjoys having someone to play and share toys with. Hattie is very submissive and does well with dogs whose play can be a bit overpowering. She would do very well in a home with other pets, or as a single dog in the home as long as she gets to go out and exercise. 

Tips for training

Training Hattie has been a breeze! She is very food motivated and willing to please. 

What am I learning?

• I am working on "down", "stay", and "leave it" 
• I know my name as well

Meet Karma

Karma is a spayed female bully-breed with a lot of love to give! She enjoys rolling around in the grass and getting lots of booty scratches! Karma is estimated to be between 3-5-years-old. She loves to lay on soft things and has a lot of energy for a short period of time. Karma can be reactive and would do best in a home without other female dogs but has gotten along well with docile males in short one-on-one play sessions.

Tips for training

Karma benefits from short walks to calm down and focus.

What am I learning?

• I have learned "recall" and "sit" 
• I'm working hard to learn "down", "come", and "stay"

Meet Percy

Percy is a 10-month-old neutered male that appears to be a nearly full-bred, standard sized Party Poodle (“Party” refers to his black and white coloring).  He loves the outdoors and is smart, athletic, and likes to work with people — these qualities might make him a good candidate for agility training.  He is good (but perhaps overly playful) with other dogs, and his attitude towards cats is unknown but he is likely to be accepting.

Tips for training

When Percy first arrived, he was shy and while gentle, he did not have very good manners.  He has responded well to positive training and has gained a great deal of confidence.

What am I learning?

• I know basic commands
• I am house trained

Meet Piper

Piper is a 9-year-old spayed, female, hound mix who is up to date on all her vaccines. She is very friendly with all people, and with other dogs if given the proper introduction and time for her excitement to settle. Piper has a lot of energy and would love to have an owner who allowed her to express it. She would be perfect for a hound-lover. She has a great yodel, is happy every day, and has a lot of miles left on her!

Tips for training

If you have yummy treats, you can get Piper to do just about anything!!

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit", "down", "roll over", and "shake"
• I have almost mastered "wait" and "come"

Meet Potter

Potter is a sweet, 1-year-old, mixed breed, neutered male who is fully vaccinated. He can be timid at first but very playful! He is very unique with beautiful amber eyes and caramel coloring. Potter is good with other dogs and would be the perfect addition to any family, big or small. 

Tips for training

Potter is very attentive to his surroundings, and loves to explore while learning.

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit"
• I'm working on "heel" and "lay down"

Meet Rex

Rex is estimated to be around 5-years-old but has a puppy face! He has been neutered and had his core vaccines. He is just the sweetest and is very well behaved. He does very well around people. Rex grew up on a farm but walks great on a leash and is fully house trained. He gets along with most dogs; however, plan to introduce him slowly and with lots of positive reinforcement. We recommend keeping him on a leash for initial introductions, but with the appropriate approach he will do well with others.

Tips for training

Rex has been working on “no jumping”, and has made much improvement with this. If he does exhibit jumping behavior — do not reward him, rather turn around and end the positive contact, then make sure to reward him near the ground when he stops jumping.

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit", "lay down", and "look"
• I have been working on “no jumping” when I greet someone, and I am excelling

Meet Ruth

Ruth is a 1.5-year-old spayed female Bloodhound who would enjoy having a doggie companion but is also fine as a single, family pet. She is not recommended as a dog for very young children. 

Tips for training

Ruth is still working on keeping all four paws on the ground! She will require more training in this area.

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit", "lay down", "recall", and "shake"
• I am working on "no jumping" and taking treats gently

Meet Sanju

Sanju is 3-year-old energetic Labrador mix who loves to play and be around people. He is a joyous pup that loves the simple things in life, such as belly rubs, treats, walks, and rolling in fresh grass every time he goes outside. Extremely cuddly and adventurous, Sanju would make a great couch buddy or hiking partner. He’s a big fan of running with a toy and then flinging it into the air for him to catch again in between rounds of fetch. Sanju would do best in a household with a large backyard for play and/or people who enjoy daily walks or hikes with him. He enjoys the company of other dogs but is more interested in playing with his human friends. Sanju is exceedingly gentle and would make a great family dog that will do well with kids of any age.

Tips for training

Sanju is a very quick learner, in just 3 weeks he learned many commands, pulls less on walks, and is much less distracted by the activities going on around him. So he is ready to work.

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit", "paw", "down", and "stay"
• I am learning leash manners a doing a great job so far

Meet Scooby-Doo

Scooby-Doo is a 1.5-year-old neutered male mixed breed dog! He is fully vaccinated and plays great with other dogs. Since training began, Scooby-Doo has been exceptional. He would make a great addition to any family.

Tips for training

Scooby-Doo loves to play with balls, but his most wanted reward is love from other people.

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit", "down", and "stay"  
• I am working on "paw/shake"

Meet Skeletor "Skelly"

Skelly is a 2.5-year-old male who is up to date on vaccines and monthly preventatives. He is a very sweet and loving pup! He came to the shelter severely undernourished, which is how he earned his name. During his time with us here at the vet school, he has really grown in more ways than one! He has become an incredible companion for any family! He has some obvious trauma in his past that makes some of his behaviors a little quirky, in that he is hyper-aware of his surroundings — we love him all the more for it, he is such a unique boy. While caring for him, many of us have fallen deeply in love with him! He is very playful and gets along extremely well with every person he meets, and plays very well with the other young dogs.

Tips for training

He is quick to learn, and easy to please! He loves his treats!

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit", "down", and "wait" 
• I am working on "drop it"
• I am also house trained

Meet Slushy

Slushy is a 1-year-old medium-sized, healthy, neutered male who is up to date on his vaccinations. Affectionate and playful, he is adored by his human and dog friends alike. His freckled body and constant happy grin invite the cuddles that he so enjoys. He is fit and athletic — he’d probably play fetch for hours and could keep up with whatever adventures you’d like to have, though he also settles nicely when his trainers are lounging. His goofy expressions and silly antics will draw you in and then his sweet nature will win you over for life. Please consider meeting Slushy and see for yourself what a special, lovable boy he is!

Tips for training

Both toy and food motivated, Slushy learns incredibly quickly. Seriously, this boy is a whiz kid. His trainers have never met a dog so eager and quick to learn whatever trick they threw at him!

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit", "down", "touch", "shake", "bow", and "sit pretty" in just a few sessions
• I know I can learn everything you teach me

Meet Tank

Tank is a 2-year-old German Shepard who is large and would be best suited to live in a house with a backyard rather than an apartment. Friendly and out-going Tank loves meeting new people and, despite his size, is convinced he’s a lap dog. Tank would prefer a home where he is the only free-roaming pet as he likes some, but not all dogs.  He is a handsome boy, and would make a good cuddle friend for the person or family that adopts him.

Tips for training

Tank loves to be praised, petted, and given treats, which he takes very gentle.

What am I learning?

• I have learned a plethora of tricks
• I pick up new tricks easily

Meet Tina

Tina is a 1.5-year-old spayed female who is microchipped and up to date on vaccinations. She is healthy, energetic, and loves to play. Tina loves people and is searching for a human to call her own. She is not looking to settle down with another dog right now but would be open to making it work given the right circumstances.

Tips for training

Tina is eager to please and learns quickly.

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit", "lay down", and "shake"
• I have also learned how to "roll over" and to “touch” your hand with my nose when asked

Meet Tito

Tito is a 1-year-old neutered male. 

Tips for training

Tito is easily trained with food and enjoys quiet snuggles and walks.

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit", "down", "recall", and "paw"
• I am working on "stay", "come", and loose leash walking

Meet Willow

Willow is a 4 to 5-year-old spayed female lab mix. She is a medium sized dog of about 55 lbs. She also has her standard vaccinations and has received her flea, worm, and tick medications. Willow is a smart girl and a quick learner with a one-track mind! She likes to walk and explore as well as playing with a ball! Willow can be excitable when overstimulated by people or other dogs and can jump, so she would likely do best in a home with older children. She has shown, on occasion, reactivity to other dogs, so potential adoptees should watch initial interactions with other dogs in the household. Willow loves meeting new people, being pet, and is an joyous girl who would love nothing more than to have a forever family to love to and call home.

Tips for training

It can take some practice to keep Willow's attention and training is best done with treats and positioning  yourself or your hand in front of her. 

What am I learning?

• I have learned "sit", "down", and "paw/shake" 
• I am working on my leash manners and improving my attention span
• I will obey "come" with some coaxing and good treats