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Cody

January 15, 2023 by Deb Gibb

Cody Must Have:

  • Someone who is home most of the time and a person or people who love to walk. Adults or a family with kids over 7 please.

Experience Level:

  • Have had dogs as an adult
  • Recent/current dog experience

Hello People,

My name is Cody and I’m a calm, cuddly and charming bichon mix of about six or seven (years old that is) who excels at being a companion. In fact the “C’ in my name is short for COMPANION. I’m LOYAL in capital letters, LOVING (in a very sweet and adoring way) and a very mellow fellow!

My foster Mom says I’m masterful at walks and have learned that they are a fun experience. I get to smell lots of things and see pups and people on our walks. (I’m a very approachable kind of guy and so nice that everyone wants to say ‘Hello’ to me. Mom says I walk really nicely on a leash and could walk forever. I also ‘heel’ when she stops. (Mom says that shows my good manners.) Pups and people seem to like me but I’m also pretty independent and confident, yet cuddly and affectionate.

I’m housebroken which Mom says is a very good thing, and am such a good boy! While I could sleep in the Big People’s Bed I prefer to go under it instead. And you know what? Sleeping in and feeling safe is such a great thing that I’m in no hurry to get up!

Mom also wants you to know that I’m a svelte 21 pounds who is blossoming more and more every day (Silly Mom! I’m not a flower, I’m a FurKid!) and that I respond 1000% to human kindness. I appreciate every (good) thing that happens for and to me. I’m quite content to sit quietly on the couch next to you, happy to accept as many belly rubs as you want to give me. And if you want to brush or groom me, well, I’ll just sit next to you for hours doing what Mom calls “a bichon purr.” I just love (and appreciate) the attention. And looking handsome is a nice, too!

My very favorite thing in the world is to be loved and to give it back. Mom says I am a sweet and happy guy who appreciates attention – but doesn’t demand it. (I especially appreciate all the nice things Mom says about me and how kind she is!) I just need somebody to give me lots of love – and I’ll absolutely positively give it right back!

There is no doubt that I’m a special and loyal boy who is longing to make someone very happy. Mom says I’m wonderful, easy going and sweet. (Can you tell she likes me?) And while I’m close to perfect I will need you to help me understand that going for rides in the car is fun! (Right now I do not associate them with fun so I probably never got to go to fun places before I became a FurKid.)

So if you are looking for that special companion to go where you go, enjoy hanging out and looking for a new best friend please ask for me as I’m applying for the job!

Tail wags and more,

Cuddly and Calm Cody

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Georgie and Gracie

January 13, 2023 by Deb Gibb

Georgei and Gracie Must Have:

  • Someone who is home most of the time and an active family with kids would be great!
  • A family willing to train and further socialize us
  • A consistent and loving environment

Experience Level:

  • Recent experience with young, active pups a plus
  • Previous experience as a doggy parent

Hello World,

We are Georgie and Gracie, two precious bichon pups of one (year old that is.) Our foster parents said to tell you that I, Georgie, am a bundle of love and energy and Gracie is my soulmate. While we look like twins, we are actually from different litters and are three months apart. We weigh 16 – 17 pounds now and are almost fully grown. We have beautiful white hair, beautiful dark brown eyes and smiles that light up a room.

I, Georgie, am happy romping around playing with doggie toys, wrestling with Gracie or my foster doggy brothers or dancing around on my back legs. Dad says sometimes it’s a three or four ring circus at our house. He says that he and Mom call me the Jumping Bean ‘cause I try to jump into their arms whenever I have the chance! I also do this thing where I put my paws on either side of your neck and hug you! Mom says I’m a darling little boy and that you will want to snuggle with me any chance you get –I’m just that cute. (Can you tell she likes me?)

Now as for Gracie, Dad says she is an amazingly athletic, agile and fun pup to have around. She is happy to snuggle on the couch for a few minutes but is very busy the rest of the time playing and having fun. Gracie loves her yak bones and chew toys. Mom says she does have a trait that makes her smile. You see Gracie likes to hide her bones and toys. (She says you can never have too many bones for a rainy day – or whenever you need them!) Gracie also does the Bichon Buzz to perfection! Did I mention that she loves to run in the yard for about half an hour at least once a day? She’s pretty much non-stop. And she plays fetch too. She’s really good at it. (I like to chase the ball and try to get it before Gracie does but we’re pretty evenly matched!) And that goes for wrestling too! The only problem I have is that she has a way of staying clean and white even when it’s raining! I say that’s not fair!

Now about the snuggling part, we love to be cuddled separately and I’m more of a lovebug than Gracie is. On the other hand she sees the kind of attention I’m getting and is starting to think she can stay on the couch and cuddle longer (so she gets as much attention as I do!)

Playing with toys, wrestling with each other and doing the bichon buzz around the house are our favorite past times. We are housebroken, use the doggy door, LOVE to go for walks and are great in the car too. If you think we sound close to perfect, our Aunties agree! We are also very curious about the world and want to please. Every day is another opportunity to learn more ways to make the humans around us smile.

Mom says is that our forever home will be very special — because it will have two of the sweetest FurKids in the world living inside. And Dad agrees. He says anyone who meets us will be a happier person for the experience.

Since we are still quite young we would like to go to training to learn more commands and to become the very best canine companions we can be! So if you are interested in meeting the two of us, (please know that we will only be adopted together) complete our adoption application — and we’ll be in touch really soon.

PLEASE NOTE: If you do NOT meet our criteria you will not be able to meet or adopt us!

Tail wags and cuddles,

Gorgeous and Gleeful Georgie and Gracie

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Chipper

November 27, 2022 by Deb Gibb

Chipper Must Have:

  • Someone who is home most of the time and another active, playful dog. A family with kids would be wonderful!

Experience Level:

  • Have had dogs as an adult
  • Recent/current dog experience

Hello World,

My name is Chipper and I am a coltish and charming bichon boy who is 10 months old and 17 pounds of cuteness and also a very lucky boy. Let’s start with why I am so lucky.

Until the other day I was living on the street and scrounging for food. Then I was picked up and taken to a place called a shelter. It was a loud and intimidating place for a youngster like me and I became quite scared. I rubbed and rubbed my ears on the concrete until they were very swollen and bloody. And while I don’t recommend doing that it did get me ‘rescued’ right away –so that I wouldn’t make things any worse for my poor ears!

My BFK Aunties took me to the nice vet where they shaved and cleaned up my ears and gave me some meds so that my ears would stop hurting me. Thank goodness they did as it worked! I’m already healing and the hair on my ears is already growing back.

Now I have a foster Mom who takes me on walks and rides – and a 9 year old foster sister (the human kind) that I can snuggle with and watch TV. I like to listen to everything she says to me and am doing my best to be her shadow!

There is also a great doggy foster brother who is helping me to become more confident every day. He is doing what Mom calls “showing me the ropes”. I get to meet lots of other dogs and people — and I like them all (Best of all, they like me!) And the greatest news is that I no longer have to be alone (Didn’t I tell you I’m lucky!)

Mom says that I’m very friendly, energetic, loving, cute and playful. I love my doggy foster brother and I love children! Oh and I love ALL toys! While I am happy to play with each and every one, my very favorite toy is my rubber chicken! Oh me, oh my! I love that little guy. (I also like to play fetch!)

Did I mention that I like to go for rides (in the car, of course!) and on walks? Well I do – walks and car rides are the best! And when we are back home, it doesn’t take much to get me into a ‘snuggle mode’. (Mom says I do that well, too!)

Dad says that I am smart, want to please and have already learned the ‘house rules’. Did you know I am already potty trained and that I sleep quietly all night in my crate? I’m also learning commands (although I’d rather be running and playing ‘cause I’ve got what Dad calls ‘puppy energy.’) He says that I am an amazingly happy and active guy who is friendly and full of love. (Gosh, Dad – thanks!)

Oh and one last thing: Mom says my eyes shine and smile because I’m so happy! So if you are looking for a guy who is happy, friendly, playful, enjoys cuddles and snuggles and has tons of love to give, please complete our application as I am waiting to meet you.

Tail wags and kisses,

Cute, Cuddly and Companionable Chipper

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Baby

October 6, 2022 by Deb Gibb


Baby must have:

  • Someone who is home most of the time. Adults or a family with older children. Having another FurKid to play with is fine, but not required.

Experience Level:

  • Have had dogs as an adult
  • Recent/current dog experience a plus

Hello everybody!

My name is Baby and I’m a wee little girl of about 2 who weighs only 8 pounds. I have big brown eyes (that will melt your heart!) a beautiful black and white coat and a very gentle nature. I love to prance around and love to give kisses.

Although I’m somewhat shy, at first, I warm up quickly and become a happy, adorable little girl who wants to please—and wants to be wherever you are, “helping” you do what you need to do.. Mom says that good things come in small packages and, as far as she is concerned, I’m a very, very good thing! (My FurKid sister thinks so too!)

I‘m working on being housebroken (of course!) and I am crate trained. I also really like my walks. I haven’t had a lot of experience going for rides just yet but we are working on that. Mom says I’d probably prefer to drive however I’m not big enough – so I can ride in the front where I can be closest to her.

I like other dogs and even get along with those creatures called ‘cats.’ Everyone who meets me says I’m sweeter than sweet. It’s easy ‘cause I’m happy to be given love and attention. (Mom says a sweet, smart and gentle furkid like me would be welcome in any home- and on any lap!)

There is no doubt that I’m the kind of girl who loves and depends on her people! Because I’m a good girl who wants to please, Mom says I’d be the perfect companion for just about anyone. I promise to
be the most loving companion – and we can be the bestest of friends, too! So if I sound like the
little girl you have been looking for, please fill out an application and ask for me. I’ll be waiting.

Love and snuggles,

Beautiful and Bashful Baby

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Nikki

September 30, 2022 by Deb Gibb


Nikki must have:

  • Someone who is home most of the time and would be happiest as the only dog in the home with adults or a family.

Experience Level:

  • Have had dogs as an adult
  • Recent/current dog experience a plus
  • Rescue dog experience

Hello everybody!

My name is Nikki and I’m an adorable Bichon girl about 4 years old and I weigh about 17 pounds.  I am as precious as I am lovable! Mom says I love big people and small people, and love to be a part of whatever you do! In fact, Mom says I’m one of the cutest dogs she has ever met. I exude cuteness; I epitomize cuteness and I am (drum roll please) amazingly cute!

I have big brown eyes (that smile) and a great personality to match. I dance on my hind legs to show my joy. There is no doubt that I’m a feminine and happy little girl with a great big heart! And did I mention I’m a cuddler and a lover, adoring and affectionate – and, guess what? I’m looking for my forever home.

Want to sit and watchTV? Or read a book? That would be my pleasure! Love to go for a walk? I’m happy to explore the neighborhood with you and enjoy all the sights and smells. How about a ride in the car? I’ll sit nicely and enjoy the scenery. I’m happiest when there are people around to love! Mom says I’m the best companion you could ever ask for and am always happy as long as I can be close to my people.

Also, not to brag, but Dad says that I’m a pretty smart little girl who easily adapted to life at our house. I’ve learned house training (and mastered the doggy door) and am working on commands.

There is no doubt that I’m a feminine and happy little girl with a great big heart! Mom says that I’m an adorable and sweet pup — with so much love to give! If my whole day could be spent playing and then snuggling, and then playing and then snuggling, I would be the happiest FurKid on earth. How does that sound to you? If it sounds good, please complete our application and ask for Nikki?

Tail wags and doggie kisses,

Notably Nice Nikki

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Benny

September 9, 2022 by Deb Gibb

Hello People,

My name is Benny and I’m a sweet, silly and very adorable little puppy I’m 7 weeks old, weigh only 4.6 pounds, have beautiful black and white hair, brown eyebrows and white legs which makes me quite striking!  Everyone who sees me says I’m just as cute as I can be! I’m the most vocal of my siblings. I like to have them around as they help me to feel more confident.

Mom says I try to be tough but I’m not. On the other hand I’m a typical loving little pup who can also be very playful.

Like my siblings, I’m learning new things every day. Why, I’ve already learned about the sun and grass and how to walk and play. Whee! Being a puppy is such fun!

There are three of us (two boys and 1 girl) and we are adorable and adoptable! Our Mom is a terri-chi and Dad was a poodle mix so you could say we are mixed with cuteness. Please be sure to complete an adoption application – so we can get to know one another. You can meet me now — and I can go home with you in early October. In the meantime I will continue to learn as much as I can and get ready for my forever home.

Here are a few more photos of Benny.

Tail wags and puppy kisses,

Blissful Benny

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