adopted

Fostered in Northern California

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Hi People! 

I’m Dickens, a playful and gorgeous Bichon boy of not quite two who loves other dogs and people! I’m intelligent, loving, energetic and inquisitive — and I want everyone to know that Life is Good!  I love my foster Mom!  I love car rides! I love going for walks! And guess what? I love to learn! Every day is filled with new experiences and adventures. I am a very lucky boy!

Mom says that I have the most expressive face, am very smart, and am already housebroken (and that’s not a typo!) I have the cutest way of cocking my head when she talks to me. And I listen intensely because I want to please! While I’m still learning new things, I already respond to my name. (I actually come when anyone calls me) I am learning lots of human words like ‘sit’ and ‘wait.’  

Mom says I’m friendly, happy, exuberant (I don’t know exactly what that means, but she says it’s good), playful, and never aggressive. I’m always patient and ready to undertake any new adventure. You might say I’m ready, willing and able to be your adventure partner.

My BFK Aunties say I’m a ‘man-sized bichon’ (about 20 pounds) who likes to cuddle and give doggy kisses. They say that I’m as sweet as I am handsome! I long for the day that I can sleep in the Big People’s bed and have a family of my own to share my joy and love. If that could include a doggy brother or sister to play with my life would be complete. In return, I will do my best to keep everyone smiling and feeling important and loved.  (That will be easy for me because whatever family adopts me will be my whole world.)

My Ideal Home:

*Someone home most of the time
*Another active, playful dog around my age
*A family with kids would be great!

Experience level:

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

So if you are looking for a best friend who likes to ride, walk, play and cuddle, then look no further — as I am the pup for the job.  Please complete our adoption application so we can meet. In the meantime I’ll be learning new things and practicing how to be the bestest buddy in the world.

Tail wags and bichon kisses,Dapper and Dashing Dickens

Fostered in San Diego County

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Hello World,

I’m Andy, a pint-sized, adorable, gentle, happy, tail-wagging little Bichon guy of about 1½ (years, that is.) My foster Dad says that I’m a kind, gentle and affectionate little guy (I weigh not quite 11 pounds) who is in love with life. I have big brown eyes that look into your soul and a smile that will touch your heart.

My BFK Aunties say I’m a ‘portable’. That means I’m little and you can take me anywhere!

I have a doggy foster sister and several doggy foster brothers but I am happiest when I can be the center of someone’s attention. While I can play and fit in nicely with the other FurKids, I can entertain myself equally well. I’m what you call an ‘only,’ which is pretty rare for a bichon, from what I hear.

There are lots of things in my new life that I truly love. For example I love to ride in the car! And I love to go for walks. These are new experiences for me. Did I mention that I also love learning commands? I’ve already learned my name and now am working on  ‘SIT’ before I eat or get a treat!  Mom says that I am S-M-A-R-T! She has to spell it because she doesn’t want me to get a swelled head. And since I am food-motivated, it’s easy to teach me anything.

But what I love most of all is…cuddling! Why, I have a black belt in cuddling and a blue belt in snuggling. Want to read a book or watch a movie? I will lie quietly near or on you (you won’t know I’m there) and enjoy your company.

My hair is growing back soft and silky and white. Soon I’ll be a little white cotton ball of a bichon. Because I’m very confident, I do well meeting new people, I just wag my tail and say ‘Hello’, ready to make new friends. Dad says I have the cutest way of wiggling when I walk too. I almost look like I’m walking sideways ‘cause I my body wiggles so much. (It’s truly adorable to watch!)

Mom says I’m very loving and very loyal. She says when she or Dad comes home I am very excited and welcoming. (What can I say? I love my Mom and Dad a lot! Their kindness is something I so appreciate!) They are teaching me that there’s a lot of good in the world and that I truly deserve that kind of goodness!

My Ideal Home:

*A loving home
*Someone home most of the time
*Adults or a family
*No other FurKids required (I want to be the center of someone’s world!)

Experience level:

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

So if you are looking for a sweetheart to join your family and be a part of everything you do, I am applying for the job. Dad says you will never find anyone better- and that anyone would be lucky to adopt me.  

Hope we can meet soon!

Absolutely Adorable Andy

Fostered in Orange County

Hello World,

We are Lucy and Desi, 1 and 2 year old pups who are a bonded pair of fluffy puppies. Our foster parents said to tell you that I, Desi, am the younger one, but because I’m the boy, I think I am a ‘bit’ more in charge (of Lucy, that is) and that I’m an attentive, gentle and adorable little brother, while Lucy is a sweet, little ‘wee bit of a girl.’  We weigh about 13 and 12 pounds now– and have big hearts with lots of love to give.

Lucy’s happy sitting (actually, it’s more like lying) around with my Mom or one of my doggy foster sisters. Dad says sometimes it looks like a giant sleepover at our house. He says that he and Mom call her the ‘cute little couch potato’ ‘cause she tries to cuddle in their laps whenever she has the chance! Mom says that you will want to snuggle with her any chance you get, as she’s just that cute.  

As for me, Desi, Mom says I am a sweet, happy, playful little doll with the biggest brown eyes who loves to snuggle in your arms and also ‘explore the grounds.’ While I like to know where Lucy is I’m also a curious little guy with a sense of adventure! I like to engage with my doggy foster sisters and I like to play, too!

Lucy and I also like to lie next to one another wherever we are. I must admit that she is pretty smart and really good at figuring out how to get more attention — but Mom says I am an adoring and gentle little brother with soft brown eyes who watches over her and makes her world a safe place.

Now back to the snuggling part, we love to be cuddled separately of course, but we really love to be held together so we can snuggle with each other and our foster Mom or Dad. (Oh and don’t tell Mom this, but we just love to be held and snuggled by any human.) We personally don’t understand, other than feeding or walking us, why Mom or Dad would want to do anything other than snuggle with us all day long. 

We are both potty trained and crate trained. (Dad calls it my ‘man cave’) and I certainly enjoy spending time with those little people called ‘children’. I’m much better with them than Lucy. She prefers being with the ones called ‘adults’.  We are also very curious about the world– and how things work. Every day is another opportunity to learn more ways to make the humans around us smile.  

Our foster parents have worked very hard to make us feel safe and build our confidence. We are definitely two loving little FurKids who are looking for an amazing home where we can be together.

Our Ideal Home:

*Someone home most of the time
*Recent dog or rescue dog experience
*Adults or adults and older children

Experience level:

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

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 soon.

Snuggles and tail wags,

Loving, Affectionate Lucy and Darling, Devoted Desi

Hello People,

My name is Georgie although Auntie Marti calls me Gorgeous George. She says  I’m a very handsome and delightful guy of about nine who always has a smile on my face because LIFE IS GOOD!! Mom says I am fostered in San Diego and am 9 years young. I’m so gorgeous that people always approach me – and I’m so approachable that it’s a good thing! Besides being handsome and happy, I have a great personality and temperament. Did I mention that I’m also friendly? Sound good? Then please read on!

Dad says to tell you that I’m agile and active – and that I’m also housebroken, love my walks and rides in the car. (I’d really like to drive but he says I’m not big enough.)  Not to brag, but I’m an amazing rider. Why, with the window down and the breeze in my hair, my smile gets even bigger and happier!

Speaking of which, Mom says I love to meet and greet people more than anything in the world! I’m all about being loved by people—big people and little people—and everyone in between. Speaking of little people, when I meet children, I approach them very gently and lick their hands to get attention. Mom says that’s respectful and shows that I’m mellow and well-behaved.

Did I mention that I love to cuddle? Whether it’s in the Big People’s Bed, on the couch, or in the car, whenever I can be near you, that’s my ‘spoiling humans time.’ I will lay my head on your chest or sit in your lap and enjoy showing love to my human. You see, human touch and interaction are what make me happiest. That and being with my foster doggy siblings! I really, really enjoy being in a pack. Then, I can show love to both human and canine friends.

Can you see what a great companion I am?

Dad says I’m smart and already know commands like sit, come, and down. But I’d love to learn more. Will you teach me? I’m ready, willing, and oh-so-able!

Mom thinks I would do well in almost any situation where I can give and receive lots of love and attention! So, if you’re interested in a gorgeous boy who is loving, curious, happy, and mellow, then ask for Georgie. I’ll be waiting!

Wags and hugs,
Gorgeous (and Gentle) Georgie

Hello People,

My name is Charismatic and Cuddly Cody– and I’m a handsome, dashing, adorable, happy and tail-wagging Bichon guy of 18 months being fostered in Los Angeles. My foster mom says that I’m affectionate, playful and smart—and am in love with life and everything it has to offer. I’m grateful to be a FurKid –and I show my appreciation every day!  

Mom says I’m a great walker who loves cool mornings and early evenings. I like to take long walks around the lake –and love meeting people and pups along the way. Going to the dog park is also one of my most special things to do. It truly makes my day! There are always new friends to get to know and both the ones called ‘humans’ and those called ‘pups’ all fall in love with me (The two-legged ones tell Mom and Dad how amazing I am, too!)

I have other things I love (drum roll please) starting with my favorite new toy, a shark! Well, it is stuffed and not real, but it makes a really cool sound when I wrestle with it– and I love making it squeak. I also love car rides (of any length) and getting petted, being cuddled and all the things Bichons truly love and appreciate!!)  

Because I am smart, Mom has been teaching me commands (like ‘sit,’ ‘come,’ and ‘walk’). She says I learn fast and really want to please. Why do I even come when she calls my name? Now, I know a lot of Bichons who don’t do that, but I do! Mom says there are lots of other things I can learn, too! Do you want to teach me? I’ll be the very best student you’ll ever meet!

My Ideal Home MUST Have:
*Someone home most of the time
*Another active, playful dog for me to play with
*Adults or a family with kids

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

I’m just a very happy playful boy whose goal in life is to bring you joy and make you smile! And I do that very well! So if you have a FurKid or two, like to do lots of things and are active and enjoy walks and rides, I’m applying to be your new best friend. Please ask for me by name!

Tail wags and Bichon kisses,
Charming, Cuddly and Charismatic Cody

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