Available Dogs

Petie, ~ 14 weeks Male Spaniel/Collie  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 8/23/10 Apply To Adopt Petie is an adorable puppy who has freckles on his nose and soft white fur. He LOVES the pool!!! He and his littermates, Buddy, Jake, Jenny, Lady, and Tramp were rescued in TN and fostered until past their second puppy booster so they were healthy enough to travel up to Save A Dog to be adopted. The mother dog is a Spaniel, father is unknown, but they have Collie markings so we suspect a Collie or mix. He is friendly and very playful. They were with the family until 6 wks of age. For the last 6 wks they have been fostered by a couple who live near them. The pups like to play in the kiddy pool, chase each other and play with toys and with the couple's male dog. Their dog watches over the pups and herds them if they stray out of the yard! For the last 6 wks they have been eating the Eagle Pack Chicken Holistic Select food. They have had 2 puppy booster shots and have been wormed 3 times. They are available now. Our process is that you fill out an application on our Web site and we will contact you to come meet the puppies. Last Modified: 9/2/2010 2:03:42 PM EST Printable Description

Izzy, 9-10 months Female Chihuahua  Mix   Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 8/23/10 Apply To Adopt Izzy is an adorable red Chihuahua mix who comes up to your ankle. She is a sweet dog who would love to be your companion. She's young, about 10 months old. Her owner had to move and couldn't take her. Izzy is a cuddler. She's a lap dog! Also, she's great in the car. She can be shy at first, especially with men, but then she warms up quickly. She's young enough to acclimate to a household with tweens and up. Other dogs in the household would be fine as she loves dogs AND she's great with cats too and is being fostered in a household with cats. She is pee pad trained and house trained for going outdoors too. She is tiny and available now. She is in a foster home so please fill out an applicaiton first so we can make sure she is here to meet you! Last Modified: 9/2/2010 12:18:45 PM EST Printable Description

Halle, ~3 months Female Lab Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 8/23/10 Apply To Adopt Halle is a 3-4 mo old lab mix pup and is a real cutie pie. She possibly has some Great Dane in her as she is quite tall for 3.5 months and she has some Dane features. Her story: She was tossed out in a rural neighborhood in TN. She has been living inside at a foster home with her 6 own dogs. She is doing really well on house training. Halle is a sweet and playful puppy who loves to retrieve a ball. She loves to play with other dogs, and toys. She is very well behaved and quiet in her kennel, and great with people. She is sweet natured, playful, loves to be petted and to sleep with someone. She has a good appetite and will be a great addition to any family. We require formal obedience training so that she is assured of a permanent home. She is available now. Please fill out an application on our web site. No phone calls, please. Last Modified: 9/2/2010 7:52:42 AM EST Printable Description

Carley, 1-2 years Female Retriever  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/11/10 Apply To Adopt Carley is a 1.5-2 year old Black Labrador female who was adopted in July, but is being returned. She's going to need some leash work and crate training. She is spayed and microchipped. She is great in the car, great with kids (loves kids) and good in the house, walks nicely on leash (doesn't pull). She loves the kiddy pool, loves to chase tennis balls, and is as friendly as they come (has never met a human stranger). She weighs 65 lbs and would love to be an only dog in the home. She may chase cats. She got all As on her temperament test. She is an Indiana dog who we recently rescued and she passed her vet exam with flying colors. History from Indiana: She was adopted out as a pup, and the people loved her, but they lost their home and had to move to an apartment where they could not take her. The lady cried for hours and said she is potty-trained, etc. Please fill out an application so that we can be in touch about Carley as she is in a foster home and we want to make sure she is available to meet you. Last Modified: 9/2/2010 7:22:44 AM EST Printable Description

Sally, ~ 8 months Female Shepherd/Lab/Collie  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 8/23/10 Apply To Adopt Sally is a cute pup from TN who needs a home. Her sister is Brandy. Sally is a sweet and gentle puppy. She plays very well with other dogs, and is very affectionate with people. She loves to race around the yard with Halle, Sugar, and Honey, and is so fast that she is the one who is usually being chased. She's a wonderful, quiet, good-natured puppy. She is quite thin so we're going to fatten her up a bit before sending her home, but we'd still love for you to meet her. It would be easier for us if you filled out an application first and then we'll be in contact with you. As we have a foster program, some of our dogs, including Sally, are in foster care and may not be here if you just drop in. When you come to meet a dog, it is best that you bring all decision makers as we are not in a position to hold dogs or to give multiple showings to one party. We are a volunteer-based organization with limited staff, so please help us to work more efficiently so that more lives can be saved in a timely manner. The online application is available on the link, Apply to Adopt. Last Modified: 8/31/2010 2:25:44 PM EST Printable Description

Jewel, ~ 7 years old Female Pom Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 8/23/2010 Apply To Adopt Jewel is an adorably tiny 7 year old Pom who is full of spunk and attitude. She has that little prance to her step that is the cutest thing to watch. She loves to be held 24/7, what a lap dog. Well, this little gem had a rough start in life so she needed some blood work and a chest xray to make sure she's okay. She has what might be slight allergies and she needs a good dental cleaning as her teeth have lots of tartar. These minor medical issues can be resolved with homeopathy and good herbal supplements, but she does need the cleaning, so we're asking for a few supporters to raise the funds for this. We will only consider a gentle adopter who will keep her as a lap dog and make up to her all the loving she's missed. A holistic home will assure her of a long, healthy life. Adult home only as she was not raised with children that we're aware of. She was fostered by a single woman and did great. Jewel is housebroken and weighs about 6 to 7 pounds, maybe less. She got along great with the other little dogs in the household. She is available now but in a foster home. If you are interested, please fill out an application and we will be in touch if you are a match for this precious dog. Donations to cover the extra medical costs would be sincerely appreciated. Sponsors: Susan Costello Theresa Hamm Marian Disken Virginia Hendry Karen V. stefanini Felicia farber Gervais Last Modified: 8/31/2010 10:18:34 AM EST Printable Description

Kelsie, ~ 1 year Female Basset / Australian Shepherd  Mix   Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 8/23/10 Apply To Adopt Kelsie is a friendly and playful dog. She loves tennis balls, and can retrieve very well. She never meets a stranger and loves all people. She has the cutest short Basset legs and beautiful light brown eyes. Her fur is mottled like an Australian Shepherd. Kelsie was abandoned along with Keesha in rural TN.She loves to chase and return a ball. It is adorable to watch those legs run after a ball. Our process is that you fill out an application first and we will be in contact with you. As we have a foster program, some of our dogs are in foster care and may not be here if you just drop in. When you come to meet a dog, it is best that you bring all decision makers as we are not in a position to hold dogs or to give multiple showings to one party. We are a volunteer-based organization with limited staff, so please help us to work more efficiently so that more lives can be saved in a timely manner. The online application is available on the link, Apply to Adopt. Last Modified: 8/30/2010 9:52:01 PM EST Printable Description

Keesha, ~ 1 year Female Basset/Australian Shepherd  Mix   Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 8/23/10 Apply To Adopt Keesha was abandoned along with her sister, Kelsey, in rural TN. Keesha is a sweet and playful dog. She loves to play with her sister Keesha, and Dagwood, and Brandy. She is very smart and even learned how to open her kennel, so she can go visit her sister in another kennel. She even opened her sister's kennel for her so the two could be together. She is a little shyer than her sister Kelsie, but just as sweet, and very gentle. She is available now. Our process is that you fill out an application first and we will be in contact with you. As we have a foster program, some of our dogs are in foster care and may not be here if you just drop in. When you come to meet a dog, it is best that you bring all decision makers as we are not in a position to hold dogs or to give multiple showings to one party. We are a volunteer-based organization with limited staff, so please help us to work more efficiently so that more lives can be saved in a timely manner. The online application is available on the link, Apply to Adopt. Last Modified: 8/30/2010 10:21:50 AM EST Printable Description

Corgi mixes, 5 mos to 4 years Female Corgi/Chihuahua/Elkhound  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Apply To Adopt Update: We still have 8 or so of the rescued litter who are coming. We're shooting for early September, so please apply if you are interested. They have been at Friends for Life shelter in Lewisburg, WV and have been making great progress, but it is rural so we need to get them soon so we can work with them. They are receiving medical care and are being socialized. These dogs were rescued on Nov. 21st by Friends For Life. They were all living in small quarters and getting along great with each other, also with a golden retriever. Their owner was taken to the hospital and passed away. Much thanks to Pilots 'n Paws for flying them in. They are all sweet dogs, small and friendly, although some are still frightened because of the lack of socialization in their previous home. These are really nice dogs who would be great for an apartment, condo, or home. They all will make nice companions for anyone and could live in multiple dog households and with cats. Sponsors: Ronald Hajec Jean Palmer Sarah Drepanos Julie Hermanny Mary St germain Patricia Patt Thomas Jay Linda Naughton Joan Davenport Jane Weir Lori Papagni Katherine Pomponi Theresa Hamm Michael Wyman Last Modified: 8/29/2010 9:26:28 AM EST Printable Description

Pepper aka Lucky, 3.5 years Male Beagle/Basset  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Apply To Adopt Pepper aka Lucky is an adorable, affectionate, healthy 3½ year old male mixed-breed rescued from Tennessee and raised more recently in a loving home on Boston’s north shore. Lucky’s adoption papers state he is a bagel – Beagle and Bassett Hound – but we’re told by the vet that he is also Corgi, Dachshund and Jack Russell Terrier. He is 30 lbs. and fully grown with short legs and a long body. Just look at the picture of his cute legs and out-turned paws! He has big, brown eyes. His fur is golden tan with a hint of red, and there’s a white stripe down his neck and chest – that happens to be his “sweet spot” for being scratched. He can sit, give paw (both paws) and lie down for a treat; his master calls them cookies. He is also trained to ring a bell that hangs on the back door; he has a fenced yard in which to play. In winter, he enjoys playing in the snow. He is crate-trained and takes his meals by his crate; he can often be found sleeping on his green, fluffy bed in his crate. He has a second, custom-made dog bed in the living room in which he curls up to keep his family company. Lucky enjoys going for walks in the neighborhood and in a nearby state park. He is walked on leash with a harness; he also is trained to run alongside a boy’s scooter! His dogsitter, who is also a trainer, says Lucky would make a great agility dog if someone has time to work with him; he can run fast and jump high. But he is also content to play tug-of-war with a toy and then either nap or settle in by the front door to watch the goings-on. He welcomes visiting dogs into his home. He hasn’t been exposed to cats, however. For the past 2½ years Lucky has been a loyal family member, and Save a Dog is now overseeing Lucky’s re-adoption due to family allergies. Our process is that you fill out an application on our Web site and we will contact you. Please let us know if you are going on vacation as we do not have the luxury of holding dogs for you while you are away. Last Modified: 8/24/2010 11:59:32 PM EST Printable Description

Greer, 7 - 8 months Female Collie  Mix   Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 8/7/2010 Apply To Adopt Greer is a beautiful female (spayed) Blue Merle Collie mix who is looking for a home. She is playful and loving and gets along with all dogs and horses, but not cats. She has shown aggression with cats/kittens so will need to be trained on "leave it" and "drop it". She loves toys and frolicking yet can settle down nicely and loves belly rubs. She loves the outdoors and will make a toy out of anything. Inside, her favorite game is to empty all the toys out of the toy box. She needs someone who would play with her every day or another playful dog to play with. She is fostered with two male dogs and loves to engage them.She is great with kids, but teens or tweens would be fabulous for this playful dog or an adult home where babies are not in the near future. She LOVES to ride in the car and is very well behaved. She loves her crate and goes in willingly. She is well on her way to being housetrained. Please apply on our Web site to express your interest as she is a beautiful girl and will be snapped up quickly. She is available NOW. Her foster mom is in W. Roxbury, so you need to send in your application and make an appointment to meet her. Meeting hours are flexible. Last Modified: 8/24/2010 4:45:30 PM EST Printable Description

Sophie, 4 years Female Jack Russell Terrier  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 2/23/10 Apply To Adopt Sophie is a 4 year old spayed female JRT who needs a new home. Her current family is a working couple with a toddler and just had a baby. She is GREAT with the kids, so might be fine with a couple who have children in their future. When you meet her she will be nervous at first. She is a typical small dog in that she will bark when visitors come and has to smell you first before she lets you pet her. She is very tolerant of the toddler, which is rare for a terrier breed. She knows some commands like sit and shake and has many other good qualities. She would be fine with a working person who can walk her twice a day, morning and night and then show her the world on weekends. We can picture her bonding closely with someone and going for daily walks. She weighs 18 lbs but could slim down to 12-15 with a little exercise. She is okay with cats who are dog-savvy, but if a cat hisses at her, she will bark. She has some male dog friends, but can be afraid of bigger dogs. Please apply online and we will arrange a meeting at Save A Dog at the appropriate time after reviewing your application. Last Modified: 8/24/2010 4:27:18 PM EST Printable Description

Dixie, ~ 10 months Female Australian Shepherd  Mix   Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 4/10/10 Apply To Adopt Dixie is a petite 10 month old VERY SWEET Australian Shepherd mix with a naturally bobbed tail. She weighs about 26 pounds and is a really nice size. She is a delightful, somewhat shy little girl who is coming out of her shell. She really shines when she's with another dog, so she would be great as a pal for another dog (not left outside, though). She would do great in a quiet home with a single woman or adult females as she's a little timid with men. She would be fine with girls too as she likes children. Ideally a one or two person home would be great for her. Here is a note from her foster mom, "She is doing well. She is a puppy and very silly! She is a sweetheart. She plays hard with one of the cats (they both LOVE it). She has the perkiest ears - I love them! And that tail - again, it looks like bumble bee wings! She wags it so fast - it's so funny since it is so short. She is very sweet, attends obedience training at Save A Dog, and is a fast learner." She is in a foster home and we would be able to set up an appointment once an application is received. Sponsors: Colette O'brien Kate Flather Kate Flather Mary Albis Last Modified: 8/12/2010 10:39:34 AM EST Printable Description

Kermit, 4 years Male Pointer/Beagle  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Apply To Adopt Kermit is a 4 year old male mixed breed "bird dog", we think. He's a nice size, 42 lbs and is well-behaved in the house. He needs exercise, so is not a "couch potato" like some dogs his age. He loves taking long walks or, even better, running off leash through the woods. While he loves to be out running, he also does well at home while his family is off at work. He's crate trained (but can be trusted to stay on the couch during the day) as well as invisible fence trained. He's also done several training classes and knows most basic dog commands (sit, down, stay, come.) At night, he likes to relax with his family and enjoy some love and affection. His history: he was adopted from Save A Dog as a pup and returned when the couple had a baby. He was then adopted by a young couple who now have two small children and he is nervous around the toddler. While he's good with older children, he's not a dog for toddlers or babies so we are looking for a forever home for him without small children. Hopefully someone whose kids are grown or someone who does not have children, but who is athletic enough to want to take him for walks and runs on a daily basis. He was well-cared for in his previous home, had regular vet visits, and was kept nice and slim, so he's in great health. He is good with other dogs, went to daycare on a daily basis, but there are some males he doesn't like, so either a female canine companion or as an only dog with play dates would be the ideal situation for him. He's a great dog who deserves a forever home. Please apply and we will arrange for a private appointment for you to meet him. P.S. He will chase a cat, so no cats, please. Last Modified: 7/7/2010 9:46:25 AM EST Printable Description

Mikey, 5 years old Male Beagle  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Apply To Adopt This is a courtesy posting for this lovely special needs dog: Hello, my name is Mikey. I am a 5 year old, neutered male, beagle. I'm a very happy boy and i just love everyone. I am looking for my forever home. I love to play with my toys and i play well with other dogs. I'm in a wheelchair, but with therapy am starting to walk again. If you are interested, please contact my caretakers, Alison, Amanda, or Susan at VESCONE at 781-684-8387. Last Modified: 6/20/2010 10:02:44 AM EST Printable Description

Lucky, ~ 1 year Female Boxer/Lab  Mix   Click on picture to enlarge Adoption Pending Lucky is a one year old Boxer/Lab mix whose family had to move and couldn't take her. She's a darling dog, loves the car, is friendly, and great with kids (teens and above) and dogs. Interested in cats, but not obsessed. She loves to chase and return a ball. She's about 25-30 lbs and is full grown. She's spayed and house trained. She has a nice coat, was well cared for. She is available now. Please fill out an application to express your interest and we will invite you to meet her. Last Modified: 9/1/2010 5:09:15 PM EST Printable Description

Josie, ~ 4 years Female Beagle/Spaniel  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Adoption Pending Josie is a Spaniel/Beagle spayed female mix who is approx. 4 yrs. old and weighs about 20 lbs. She is friendly and walks well on a lead. Very sweet and loves to have her belly rubbed. She's very quiet and clean in her kennel. She's nice but would like to meet any other dogs in the home before being placed, which we do anyway. She had puppies so could have been hormonal at the time she was fussy about other dogs. Josie is just the sweetest girl and one of the shelter favorites! Josie is now ready for her forever home! She's reputedly housetrained too! Sounds like the perfect dog. History: She came from a shelter in rural WV that we've worked with for years, wonderful people so dedicated to finding homes for dogs. She was being fostered with the director of another humane society and is now here. Please apply online at our Apply to Adopt link if you are interested. We can use a few sponsors to pay for her spay and medical costs. Sponsors: Wendy Bossons Last Modified: 9/1/2010 5:08:57 PM EST Printable Description

Jake, ~ 14 weeks Male Spaniel/Collie  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Adoption in Progress Buddy, Jake, Jenny, Petie, Lady, Tramp were rescued in TN. The mother dog is a Spaniel, father is unknown, but they have Collie markings so we suspect a Collie or mix. The pups are cute, friendly and very playful. They were with the family until 6 wks of age. For the last 6 wks they have been fostered by a couple who live near them. The pups like to play in the kiddy pool, chase each other and play with toys and with the couple's male dog. Their dog watches over the pups and herds them if they stray out of the yard! For the last 6 wks they have been eating the Eagle Pack Chicken Holistic Select food. They have had 2 puppy booster shots and have been wormed 3 times. They are available now. Our process is that you fill out an application on our Web site and we will contact you to come meet the puppies. Last Modified: 8/31/2010 4:55:29 PM EST Printable Description

Brandy, ~ 8 months Female Lab/Shep/Collie  Mix   Click on picture to enlarge Adoption in Progress Brandy is a cute pup from TN who needs a home. Her sister is Sally. They are available now. Brandy is a sweet, affectionate and playful girl. She loves toys of all kinds, and loves to play with other dogs. She is very sweet with people and is happy to sit on your lap, and roll over for belly rubs. She's very clean in her kennel. Our process is that you fill out an application on our Web site and then we will contact you. As we have a foster program, some of our dogs are in foster care and may not be here if you just drop in. When you come to meet a dog, it is best that you bring all decision makers as we are not in a position to hold dogs or to give multiple showings to one party. We are a volunteer-based organization with limited staff, so please help us to work more efficiently so that more lives can be saved in a timely manner. The online application is available on the link, Apply to Adopt. Last Modified: 8/30/2010 10:20:37 AM EST Printable Description

Gem, 7 months Female Schnoodle  Mix   Click on picture to enlarge Adoption in Progress Gem is a 7 month old female Poodle/Scnauzer mix "Schnoodle" who was a pet store dog. She was not socialized and spent life in a crate, so when she first arrived, she was terrified and unsocialized. Our volunteers have been working with her for several weeks and she has made amazing progress. She still won't let a stranger pet or pick her up, but will climb in the lap of the volunteers she knows. She's young and will be a different dog with someone willing to work with her. Already she comes up and will put her paws on you, and will eat out of your hand. She now will let us pet her and pick her up!. She loves other dogs and will play with the other dogs at the shelter. She is crate trained and will go on pee pads, and is improving with house training. She loves chicken and will come and gently take it out of your hand. Please be someone experienced with small or shy dogs and be someone who can read her body language. Please fill out an application if you are the right match for her. If you are a rescue group who has a foster home, please contact us. Right now we're looking for someone who has a gentle touch or experience with small, timid dogs. Adult home preferred. Last Modified: 8/27/2010 4:45:31 PM EST Printable Description

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