Say hello to our sweet boy CAL, a 1 1/2yr old BC weighing in at around 40lbs. CAL's favorite thing in the world is chasing a ball, or running around with a ball in his mouth. Second favorite would be following his person around the house and doing his best to be helpful. CAL gets along great with other dogs and even cats! He loves to meet new people and always greets everyone with a smile and a wag. CAL is a special needs boy. He was born with what the vets suspect is a congenital defect that caused his hind legs to bow inward. This does not interfere with his ability to run and play and lead a normal life. He gets along really well. CAL has seen several vets and while a reconstruction surgery is an option, he is leading a normal life without surgery. Because the surgery would be so extensive and the long recovery would mean months of crate time, we have chosen not to pursue surgery. We are happy to talk more about his condition and what it means for him, if you’re interested.

Maggie is a petite (33#)  3-year-old border collie mix with a heart of gold.  Even when she was in the shelter, she was smiling, friendly, and wagging her tail with everyone she met.  When she has gone to the vet for exams and vaccines, she has acted as if she was going to Disneyland.  The staff said they have never had a dog come in that seemed so happy and comfortable to be there.  She likes men and women equally and truly does not know a stranger.

ADOPTED - JAX Meet JAX, a sweet 2.5 year-old male beautifully marked smooth coat black and white border collie with inquisitive brown eyes.  He weighs in at a slim and slender 30 pounds.  JAX is looking for a loving and caring home.   He may have been under-socialized as a puppy as JAX is a dog sensitive to change and/or to environments where he feels he has no control.  JAX has a high “flight” complex.  He does not like loud noises and is fearful during thunderstorms.  JAX is also fearful and hyper-sensitive outside after dark.  He wants to trust and loves to play with other dogs, but has a high startle response.  JAX is happiest when he has a consistent, dependable, and calm household, with a very solid routine.  Change in his daily routine will definitely set back his attitude and training.

Say hello to sweet little CINDY. She is a 1yr old, 30lb BC with a smooth coat and lovely spots on her chest and legs. CINDY loves to be with her person. She follows her foster mom around the house or yard and always wants to be close. She will sit companionably by your side and put her head in your lap. She also really loves to play with other dogs who are of a similar energy level.

IKEY is a smart, even tempered little guy who loves to hang with people, other dogs and even wants to play with the kitties. He has a strong desire to be with his people. He enjoys a good round of tug, whether with the foster mom or the other dogs. He loves all toys but those that squeak are especially fun. IKEY is approximately four months and 15 pounds, with a medium silky wavy coat.

My name is DOLLY. I’m a single, “sweet as can be” female and 16-months-old. A lady never tells her weight, but I’m 40-something pounds. Let’s keep that between us. My friends say, “I’m a wild and crazy gal” because I’m always excited to play and often the life of the party. I also love playing in water. I was able to check out a shallow pond recently and had a blast playing and splashing around. Not sure I want to swim, but maybe…but the water wasn’t deep enough to try.