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Hi New Friends!

My name is Susie and I’m a pretty and pretty famous bichon. The pretty part you can see from my photos so now on to the famous part. Well you see I was a little pup (12 pounds) with a huge mass (2½ pounds if you please) who was left at a shelter. I was so sick and scared and ready to give up. I had been living that way for many, many months. At the shelter I then developed this thing called pneumonia. (That’s even scary for a healthy pup) but… here comes the good part: My BFK Aunties swooped in, brought me out of that shelter, arranged for my surgeries and told people about me (that’s the famous part!) I was rescued!

I am now 10 pounds and 8 years old. My foster Mom says since my surgery my tail never stops wagging– and I’m feeling so much better that I really want attention. One of the things I do to get attention is to jump up on my hind legs and ‘gently’ tap you on the arm (It works ‘cause I’m so cute!) I’ve also got my “spirit” back –and I’ve become a bit of a tease. I particularly like finding my doggy foster sister’s favorite toys… and stealing them! I take them to my bed and proudly display them for the world – and her- to see. (She wants to steal them back, of course, so it’s game on!) – However I am a bit of a darling diva so I’d really prefer to have my own toys and no other doggy companions in my home.

Dad says I’ve also become a bit of a social butterfly recently. (I tell him I’m not a butterfly at all – I’m a FurKid!) Well, I was at a party with lots of the people they call adults and I had an amazing time going from person to person and lap to lap. There weren’t any children there however my BFK Aunties don’t believe I will be good with children but I certainly do well with adults.

At 8 years of age I have a lot more adventures and experiences ahead of me and I can’t wait to have them with my forever family.

My Ideal Home MUST Have:
* Someone who is home most of the time
* A dog-savvy owner or owners
* An active family with no other FurKids, please! (I want to be the center of someone’s world!)
* A consistent and loving environment

Experience level:
* Recent experience with a rescue pup a plus
* Previous experience as a doggy parent

So if you are looking for a sweet, sassy, smart and super silly pup to fill your lap and life, please complete our application and ask for me. I’ll be waiting with my tail wagging.

Bichon kisses and cuddles,

Sassy and Sweet Susie

Fostered in San Diego

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Hi People! 

I’m Theo—, and I’m a fabulous four-year-old fluffy pup who is probably part Corgi and part poodle. I have big black eyes and a beautiful three-colored coat: black, white, and grey. I have hair, not fur, and little short legs, so my fosters have nicknamed me Stubbs, but they say it with love.

My foster Dad calls me “Super Glue” because I bonded with him in about two seconds.  

He says I seem to prefer men (although I do fine with some women) and will approach them with love and affection. He says I like to greet him by standing on my hind legs and then waiting for him to pet me. If he’s seated, I rest my paws on his legs and ask to be put on his lap so we can cuddle.

There is no doubt that I can be a real love bug with someone I adore! While I can be a bit quirky, I now love when people come to the house. I also love to ride in the car, run in the yard and take naps, sit on laps, and play with my doggy foster brothers.  

Mom says I am also learning commands. I come to my name and know how to sit for treats. If I were the only pup in the house, I would probably be able to master a lot more commands, as I’d really like to be the center of attention.

Dad says I’m friendly, loving and playful (I really love my toys and bones) – I’m just a bit particular as to who I choose as my forever person. My foster Dad knows a few tricks like how I can be picked up and set down and handled. Once you know those tricks too you will see that I’m dedicated, loyal and show the cutest side of my personality.  

My Ideal Home:

*Someone home most of the time
*A yard would be lovely
*A man or men preferably
*Adults with kids over 10

Experience level:

*Have had dogs as an adult
*Rescue dog experience a plus

If I sound like the kind of FurKid you are looking for, please complete our application. While I’m waiting to meet you, I’m learning new things every day and getting better and better!

Tail wags and dances,
Talented and Trusting Theo

Fostered in San Diego

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Hi new friends,

My name is Jackie and I’m a happy , active and very athletic Bichon mix who is affectionate and adorable. (I’m not bragging! That’s what everyone says about me!)  I’m a friendly two year old boy who tips the scales at 14 pounds (which is the perfect weight for a bichon!). My Mom says I have the most expressive face and listen attentively when she talks. You see I’m really smart and I don’t want to miss a thing!

Dad says I love (I mean LOVE) to play with my toys. I think of them as my best friends (although I do have four-legged friends too). I carry my toys around and sometimes play fetch with them. And after a time playing actively, I love to cuddle.

My BFK Aunties say that I’m an attentive and adoring companion– and that I truly enjoy LIFE. If you want to walk, I’d like to walk. If you want to go for a ride, just say the word. I love going on any outing. (I call them my adventures!) I truly love my walks and rides! Think of me as your bestest companion for anything you want to do!

While I love people and other pups, I’m also independent, energetic and self-reliant! I can be mellow and patient too, as well as loving and eager to please. Of course I will snuggle with you for hours on end if you want to hang out with a book or watch TV. Yes, I’m all that as well!

My Ideal Home:

*Someone home most of the time
*No other dogs required
*Adults without kids or with kids over 10

Experience level:

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

So if you are looking for a sweet boy who is looking to become your best companion, then you’ve come to the right place! And if you are an adult home or one with older children, that would be perfect. I’m also happy to be an ‘only’ pup and be the center of someone’s world. I promise that you will be the center of mine, too!

Tail wags and kisses,

Jovial, Joyful and Jaunty Jackie

Fostered in San Diego

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Hi Everybody.

I’m Rascally and Resilient Remie, a handsome Bichon boy who is friendly, affectionate, cuddly, mellow and beyond all that silly puppy nonsense. I’m more of a man of the world, nine years old and 13 pounds, who is known for loving his walks, enjoying rides, promoting his belly rubs and being a great companion.

Mom and Dad agree that I have managed to maintain all the charms of a Bichon, so don’t think that this boy is past his prime by any means. That being said, I suppose I should mention that I am housebroken, a master cuddler and communicator (More on that in a minute) I love all the things that Bichons do:  treats, cuddles, and naps. In return for all those good things, I am a wealth of quiet affection.

I love to go for walks and rides in the car – and I began to miss them a lot. You see my “Original Mom” had a stroke and couldn’t do those things with me anymore. So she hired some wonderful ladies who took me for walks and spent time with me. As her health continued to fail, Original Mom made the most difficult decision a loving dog mom could make. She knew I had a lot of spirit and spunk and that it wasn’t fair for me to be confined to a house all the time (I would never complain). Mom decided she needed to ‘relinquish me’ so I could be in a home again where I could do the things we used to do together.

So, as difficult as that decision was for Mom, I became a FurKid. I now have these wonderful people called ‘Foster Parents’ who think I’m quite delightful. They say that there are a lot of really cute things about me. I love to be picked up to cuddle. In fact, I’ll stand up patiently next to you and ask to be picked up. (If you don’t get it the first time I’ll continue to wait until you do!) In addition (here comes the communication part), I love to listen to you talk! I want to hear what you’re saying, see what you are doing and be part of everything that’s going on. Mom says I will follow her and Dad around the house like a little lamb, listening intently and being a part of the family.

My BFK Aunties say I am being too modest.  They say I can be curious and funny and know how to get what I want. I’m not into strenuous activity – but I do like and enjoy my walks.  I’m also perfectly happy roaming leisurely around the backyard. And while I don’t do wind sprints like I did when I was a youngster, my heart still beats for love and attention.

My Ideal Home:

*Someone home most of the time
*No other FurKids required
*Adults without preferred

Experience level:

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

I’m hoping that you can appreciate the qualities of a beautiful adult Bichon – and will enfold me into your life.  I have so much love and companionship to give.

If I sound like the buddy you’ve been looking for, and you have a quiet home that we can share, please ask for me!

Tail wags and cuddles,
Resourceful and Respectful Remie

Fostered in Santa Rosa

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Hello World,

My name is Spectacular Stevie and I am an affectionate fluffy pup, about 13 pounds and two years old who is adorable, friendly and a very lucky boy.  Let’s start with why I am so lucky.

Until the other day I was living in the shelter with five other dogs in my ‘cage.’ Now I have  two foster Moms, a bunch of doggy foster siblings (three brothers and three sisters) who think I’m really a great buddy, have a yard to run and play in– and people who like to cuddle with me. (Mom says I’m the one who likes to cuddle but I tell her it takes two!) 

When it comes to playing well I’m the most playful of all the pups. I’m the one most likely to grab the biggest toy in the bunch, start a wrestling match or initiate a game of ‘chase.’ I’m also known for having some very “entertaining” ways. For example, Mom says I like to carry her heavy work shoes down the hall and onto the bed every day – but I’d never think of chewing them. On the other hand I do nibble my doggy foster siblings’ feet (to get them to play with me!)

I’m a laid-back little guy who is well-behaved, listens (and wants to please), is smart, and learns quickly. While I’m quiet and easygoing, I’m also affectionate. I love to sit on someone’s lap when possible but also love the outdoors and my chew bones. Mom says I would probably get along with just about anyone….and I’m happy to say that I have a new best friend named Bijou. We are in the same foster home and have decided we like to play– and play– and play with one another! Mom says we ‘self-selected’ and that’s a good thing. So now I have a new BFF and buddy and we will be waiting for a forever home where we can be together!

My Ideal Home:

*Someone home most of the time
*Another active, playful dog around my age
*Adults or a family with children
*A home where Bijou and I can be together!

Experience level:

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

Mom thinks that we could be great with a family or at least a couple we can love and entertain. So, if you’re interested in two darling little boys who will snuggle their way into your heart, then ask for Bijou and Stevie. We’ll be waiting! 

Tail wags and cuddles,
Sweet and Spectacular Stevie (and Bijou!)

Fostered in San Francisco Bay area

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Hello World,

My name is Darling Danny Boy –and I’m so pleased to meet you. Now, I’m not exactly an Irish lad despite me name (oh! silly me!) I’m a gorgeous little bichon pup of about two who tips the scales at not quite 9 pounds and has quite a story to share.

You see, before I became a FurKid, I led a rather difficult life. I didn’t get to meet people or other pups and was pretty isolated. I probably lived outside (as I was very matted and full of burrs and sticks), didn’t know about toys — or the joys of running, chasing, walking on a leash or riding in a car.

Well, I’m catching up now! I have an amazing doggy foster sister who is willing to teach me lots of things and a foster Mom who takes us to the dog park every morning. When we are there I get to meet other dogs, from the big German Shepherd to the little Chihuahua. I’m always calm and friendly whenever any of the dogs approach me. And I’m good with people wanting to pet me, too. (They usually can’t resist as I’m so little and cute!) I also let the children pet me, although I don’t seek them out.

While I did not know any commands when I first came to my foster home, I quickly learned my name. Then, to show Mom how smart I am, I also learned a few more, namely “sit”, “paw”, and “touch”. (And another thing you might like: I can also pee on command during my walk).

Did I mention that I LOVE riding in the car? I would jump in by myself if I could!  I love the feel of the breeze on my face however my favorite spot is sitting calmly on my person.

My human Grandma says I have the silkiest hair she has ever felt and that my new hair is coming in soft and white. She’s quite pleased that I’m housebroken and wants you to know that I’m crate trained too .

Best of all I have this special doggy foster sister who is a very confident and charismatic pup. She has taken me under her wing (well, more like her paw), and I’m more relaxed when she’s around to show me what to do. (Thanks, Ruby.) Mom says having a confident canine sister (or brother) helps me to feel more secure –and that’s a very good thing. Each day I become more confident– so my Forever Home needs to have a fluffy buddy to help me be the little guy I was always meant to be.

My Ideal Home:

*Someone home most of the time
*Another active, calm, confident and smallish dog around my age
*Another dog to show me the ropes
*Adults or a family with older children

Experience level:

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

So, if you have a kind heart, a FurKid who is mellow and confident and has been waiting for a doggy brother to train, and if you like to go for walks and rides, please ask for me. I’m applying for that job. I’m a little guy with tons of promise. When you look into my beautiful brown eyes, you will know that I’m becoming the amazing pup I was born to be.

Tail wags and cuddles,
Darling and Devoted Danny Boy