adopted

Hello People,

My name is Lively and Loyal Liam –and I’m a handsome, smart and sometimes sassy Bichon of four who is looking for my forever home. I’m one of those rare pups that can either be an ‘only’ pup  (I truly love being with my special person) or I can be with another small pup like me. (I really don’t care for big dogs. They scare me!)

My foster Mom says I’m very intelligent (I know commands including come, stay, sit, down, dance (twirl your finger), go potty, down, and ball. In fact, I will definitely become your new best friend if you play ball with me! My foster Dad says to tell you that I LOVE LOVE LOVE to play ball (did I mention that already? Well I truly do!), LOVE to go on walks, LOVE to ride in the car and LOVE treats. And I LOVE to be petted and will roll over for a belly rub any time and anywhere!

I’m all of 15 pounds, am housebroken (and use the doggy door!) and I love my crate. I do really well with structure as it makes me feel secure. I’m also known as the shadow. Mom says I will follow her (or you!) everywhere– and I’m very vocal. I say that’s because I’m a communicator! You see, I have a lot of different sounds that I make to let you know how I feel. For example, I have this cute growl sound I make when I’m getting petted (Mom says it’s my happy growl) and another growl I make when the big dogs come by (which is my way of telling them to stay away) Mom and Dad know all of my sounds and can tell you all about them.

I love to cuddle on the couch, greet you with great enthusiasm (even if you only go to the mailbox) share everything you are doing with you and am a great watchdog. I will alert you if I hear anything outside, let you know the doorbell was rung or if there is a strange noise in the house. Dad says that’s very helpful. I’m not a barker though – just an ‘alerter’. 

While I am long on good looks and cute as can be, I’m also smart and a bit opinionated. I like to do what I like to do (which is why I need someone who is smarter than I am and will guide me into perfect behaviors.)Dad and Mom have been teaching me the proper way to behave in the world. And I need to continue my ‘training’ with someone who is a super smart and VERY savvy dog person.

My Ideal Home:
*Someone home most of the time
* NO other FurKids required, I like to be the center of attention
* Adults only
* NO children or grandchildren
* Someone committed to continuing my training

Experience level:
*Recent dog experience a must!
*Rescue dog experience a plus!

I’d really like to be someone’s bestest and most loyal companion!  I’m hoping to make up for lost time – and am looking for an adopter who will appreciate my intelligence and my affectionate nature – and will continue to work on my training so I can become the best pup that I can be. Mom says there is no doubt that I’m well worth the effort!

If I sound like the pup you are looking for, please complete our adoption application. It will be a very special home to which I am adopted as I’m a very special kind of pup. 

Tail wags and cuddles,

Lively, Loyal and Loving Liam

Hi everyone!

I’m Petey, a darling little ball of fluff and fun who is 13 weeks old and weighs about 6 pounds. We’re not quite sure what my pedigree is. I do have silky soft black and white hair so my foster Dad teasingly calls me Holstein. (Wait ’til you see how cute I am in person!) My foster mom says I’m a really fun-loving and energetic little bunny. (Did I say bunny – aw, gee! I am known for my ability to hop – and jump – so I guess that makes me bunny-like! )

I love people – and I love other dogs. I also love to play (well, of course, I’m a puppy!) And while I do kind of walk, I definitely do bounce. Oh, and did I mention I am good in the car, learning to be potty trained (already!), and am lots of fun. Dad says I can be quite the entertainer.

My sister Patti and I became FurKids after someone dropped us at a shelter without our mom. We were pretty scared, but fortunately, we didn’t have to stay there very long. Then our foster Mom and Dad picked us up and brought us to their home, where there were several pups, including one that was a Momma dog! She is teaching me all about how to be the best little pup I can be.  My sister Patti was recently adopted, but I am still available!

And (this is an important ‘and’) I’m learning to be socialized. Mom and Dad have fostered many, many FurKids and say I really want to learn and to please! My hobbies include following Mom or Dad around, playing in the yard (I’m learning to play Fetch), sleeping in the sun, and getting belly rubs. Oh, and I also love to snuggle.

So, if you are active, have at least one active, fun-loving young furkid, and are looking for a cute, funny, energetic, and loving little buddy who sounds and looks like me… please complete an application.

Tails wags and puppy kisses,
Playful and Perky Petey

Hello New Friends!

I’m Patti, a darling little ball of fluff and fun who is 7 weeks old and weighs a little more than one pound. We’re not quite sure what my pedigree is. I do have silky soft black hair, brown ‘boots’ and brown eyebrows (Wait til you see how cute I am in person!) My foster mom says I’m a bouncy little girl who is somewhat roly-poly despite my small size and pretty smart! When I’m chased I do the cutest thing! I run really, really fast then do a tuck-and-roll. (It works every time!)

I love people – and I love other dogs. I also love to play (well, of course, I’m a puppy!) (Please check out my video to see me in action!)  Oh and did I mention I am good in the car, learning to be potty trained (already!) and am lots of fun. Dad says I’m cuter than cute and have the most expressive face!

My brother Petey and I became FurKids after someone dropped us at a shelter, without our mom. We were pretty scared but fortunately, we didn’t have to stay there very long. Then our foster Mom and Dad picked us up and brought us to their home where there are several pups, including one that was a Momma! She is teaching us all about how to be the best little pups we can be.

And (this is an important ‘and’) I’m learning to be socialized. Mom and Dad have fostered many, many FurKids and say I really want to learn and to please! My hobbies include following Mom or Dad around, playing with toys, sleeping in the sun and getting belly rubs.  Oh, and I also love to snuggle.

So if you are active, have at least one active, fun-loving young furkid and looking for a cute, funny, energetic and loving little companion that sounds and looks like me… please complete our application. And if you want to adopt two absolutely adorable pups who enjoy one another, well Petey and I would love to be adopted together.

Tails wags and puppy kisses,
Pretty and Precocious Patti

Hello People!

My name is Lovable, Little Lexi. While I may sound like a little Swedish lass, I’m really a sweet bichon girl of four or five.  I weigh a mere 11 pounds (I watch my figure), and I love my foster Mom and the twins, as well as my doggy foster siblings. Mom says I have the cutest face (Aw, thanks Mom) and that I’m the best cuddler in the universe. (I’m not sure what that means – but I think it has something to do with curling up with her on the bed or couch!)

When I first meet new people I’m a bit shy and cautious. I need some time to get to know newcomers. So a gentle and patient approach is best with me. Then I show them the cute little girl that I can be. I’m also amazingly polite (I almost never bark!) and can be playful.

You see I’m just now learning about these things called toys. Once in a while, I have been known to find a random ball and pounce around chasing it by myself, leaping to and fro. And I’m a very smart little girl, too. I’m working on those things called ‘commands’. I’ve already learned to come when my name is called and am working on the ‘sit’ command. Of course, I am ready to learn more!  

I like to go on walks (they are pretty new to me) and long walks would be wonderful. I also like to go for rides in the car! Every day I get to have new experiences and have learned that I am safe and cherished,

While I love to be loved and cuddled, I’m also mellow and sweet. I do, however, need some activity during the day (Mom says the more walks, the better) and someone to help me continue with my socialization and training. At the end of the day, I curl up next to Mom and my doggy siblings in the Big People’s Bed and sleep quietly all night long.

My Ideal Home:
*Someone home most of the time
*An active family
*Someone who likes to walk (daily)
*Kids who are respectful and love to cuddle

Experience level:
*Had dogs as an adult
*Recent/current dog experience a plus

So if you are looking for a be-ute-ee-ful and loyal sweetie and want a pup who will keep you smiling and warm your heart, I am the girl for you.  I’ll be waiting and watching for your adoption application.  

Tail wags and loves,
Loveable Little Lexi

Hi People!

My name is Precious Pixie –and I’m a pretty, sweet, petite and cuddly little bichon puppy about one year old and 11 pounds of playful lovingness! (I’m not sure that’s a word but that’s what I’m all about!)

Dad says that I’m a very happy little girl who is a bit shy at first with new people then warms up and wants to cuddle. I’m learning all about walks and rides in the car (I really like to go in the car but Dad keeps telling me I’m too young and little to drive!) and I’m also learning these things called ‘commands.’ So far I know “come’, ‘sit’, ‘stay’ and ‘no’ (I don’t really like that one!) And since I’m young and curious I did like to take Dad’s shoes from the closet and bring them into my doggy bed. Now I didn’t chew them or anything – I just liked having them in my bed. Well Dad said ‘No’, closed the closet door and that put an end to my “borrowing” his shoes. After that he picked me (so I could lay my head against his chest and snuggle for all I’m worth). And that’s a LOT!

When I’m on my walks and I meet other pups or children I’m sweet and responsive. I sniff the dogs and let the kids pet me. I love to be wherever Dad is or wants to go. I’m as happy to explore everything I see as I am to snuggle and cuddle. There is no doubt that I’m adjusting well to my new surroundings and learning how good it feels to be safe and loved.

My Ideal Home:
*Someone home most of the time
*Another active, playful small pup around my age might be nice- or perhaps I can be an only pup (Dad and my BFK Aunties are not sure)
*Another dog to show me the ropes and help me become a good canine citizen

Experience level:
*Have had dogs as an adult
*Recent/current dog experience a plus
*Rescue dog experience

Above all, I’m a sweet little fluff of a girl who wants to completely devote herself to someone. I would benefit from training, as all young dogs do, and would do best in a home where I can receive lots of love and attention. A home with another furkid could be ideal as I can learn a lot from another pup.

So if you want a little love of a girl with tons of promise, who is adorable, sweet, affectionate and wants to love and be loved, please complete our application as I am waiting to meet you.

Tail wags and waves,

Precious, Petite and Pixyish Pixie

Hi People!

I’m a very cute little bichon pup named Darling Darby who is 13 pounds soaking wet and all of about three years young. (Mom thinks soaking wet is pretty funny ‘cause like most FurKids I’m not thrilled being wet!) But when it comes to being friendly and playful, well I excel at that for sure!

My foster Mom and Dad say I’m loving, affectionate, attentive and VERY smart. I listen and REALLY want to please. Why I’ve already learned to come when I’m called (unlike some of my bichon brethren!) and I’ve learned to ‘sit’. I’m definitely smart and want to learn more. I can also be a bit dominant so I need someone who is savvy and knows how to be in charge. You see, I’m not just only a cute bichon!

You may have read about me as well as I have quite a story to tell. You see, I was wandering around the streets of Orange County, trying to stay safe and find something to eat. I was in survival mode and, though I’m smart, I struggled a lot. I couldn’t find much food and what I scavenged wasn’t good for me. I developed what my BFK Aunties called ‘allergies’ and some of my hair fell out. It was not looking good for this little guy and then I got lucky! I found this really nice lady and her teenage kids. They thought I was cute and were worried about me being on the street! They took me to their vet who gave me a ‘good dog check up’ then I went to their home. Soon after that the nice lady had to go to work so I became a FurKid. Now I have good food to eat all the time, doggy foster brothers and sisters to play with, a foster Mom and Dad who are teaching me things and LIFE is GOOD!

I’ve learned to potty outside and to go on walks and rides in the car. I’ve become quite the cuddler too –and love to give doggy kisses. I like to play with toys, run in the yard and am an energetic pup. After a day of playing and entertaining myself with toys, I like to lie on the couch with my foster Dad and snuggle. At night, when it’s time to go to sleep, I go quietly into my crate and sleep all night long.

My Ideal Home:
*Someone home most of the time
*A non-dominant dog around my age or I may be okay as the only pup with an active family
*Adults or a family with kids who know how to treat a young pup

Experience level:
*Have had dogs as an adult
*Recent/current dog experience a plus
*Rescue dog experience a plus

So if you are looking for a cuddly, smart, playful companion who is energetic and also likes to cuddle, I’m applying for the job. Please ask for me and I’ll be waiting to meet you.

Tail wags and snuggles,

Darling and Dashing Darby