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Hello World!

My name is Winsome and Whimsical Willie and I’m quite the happy and loving little guy. At two years of age and weighing 11 pounds I’m just about the perfect size and age for a bichon. I’m a friendly guy who is charming, sweet, affectionate and cuddly. And did I mention that I LOVE my walks and greet everyone I meet with a happy tail wag (and I don’t bark!) I also LOVE playing with my toys? Well, that’s just the kind of guy I am. You will rarely see me without a toy in my mouth. My foster Mom says I like to empty the entire toy bin daily and pick out a variety of toys to play with –and have near me. Why I will even nap on a pile of my toys, sometimes nodding off while chewing on a plushy toy. My BFK Aunties want you to know that I am not destructive though – I just really only likes soft toys that squeak.

I’ll bet you can figure out that I adore playing fetch too! I will run around after my toys for as long as you want to throw them. I also follow Mom around and like carrying my toy while I check on her. People comment that I am always wagging my tail (because I am happy!) and I love it when you talk to me. Did I mention that I dance on my hind legs for a treat (I do both pirouettes and squeaks) and also have a reputation for doing the most adorable Bichon prance. It’s a reputation I seek to maintain!

Before I became a FurKid I was left in a yard, where I eventually got out and was ‘on the street’. Why I looked like a wayward bichon (which is what I was). Then I found myself living in the shelter with lots of other dogs. I did everything I could think of to get out. I smiled a lot and licked hands a lot and, guess what? It worked! Now I have a foster Mom who likes to do walks, rides and cuddle. (They say I’m the one who likes to cuddle but I know it takes at least two to cuddle!) Grandma says I am a good listener and a great companion! I like to be wherever she or Mom is – but I am not intrusive. If I can lie nearby, that is fine. If I can be in someone’s lap… well that is even better!!! That’s why I’m such good company!

I also get along with the other little white fluffs in our home – and, while I don’t exactly play with them, they do help me to feel more secure. So having both two and four-legged companions are very important to me.

My Ideal Home:
* Someone home most of the time
* A loving home with kids (over 7 please) especially
* People who like to go on walks—and also like to stay home and cuddle
* Another small FurKid would be good for me

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

So if you are looking for a buddy to keep you company, “help” you in the home or yard – and be a wonderful companion, then I’m applying for the job! You will find no one more willing! Mom says I will make a wonderful addition to any family. With my big brown eyes and soft fluffy hair, I look a lot like a stuffed animal and have charmed everyone I have met.

I’m just a happy, mellow and sweet little creature who never complains, has a loving heart, a desire to please and a very gentle nature (except with those creatures called squirrels and cats. And that’s a different story which I will tell you when we meet!)

Tail wags and bichon kisses,

Winsome and Whimsical Willie

Hello World,

My name is Ollie and I am a gorgeous black and white pup, about 20 pounds and three years old who is a very handsome and plucky boy. I love to go for walks, am good in the car and very smart. I’m also a bit of what my Aunties call ‘a diamond in the rough.’ Let me explain.

I was living in a shelter with lots of other dogs in my ‘cage’ and I was scared. I was lucky enough to be rescued and got to live in an amazing foster home where I was part of everything that was going on. I liked that a lot – and I liked playing with my doggy foster sister and brother.

I had, however, developed a few ‘not so social’ behaviors with new people, though, so I got signed up for something called ‘training.’ Now I am living with a wonderful couple (she’s a ‘dog trainer’) have several foster brothers and sisters from whom I can learn and a foster Dad who likes to cuddle. (He says I’m the one who likes to cuddle but I tell him it takes two to cuddle!)

My trainer says that when you have earned my trust I become an affectionate cuddlebug who loves to sit on your lap and be with you. I am not, however, a pushover. When someone new comes over they inevitably want to pet me because I’m so cute and expressive. That doesn’t work for me. I don’t like that kind of attention when I don’t know you — and that means I react fearfully. If we can spend time together and get to know one another, that’s an entirely different situation. After we become buddies you will see the cuddly, loving side of me because we are then friends.

Dad says I’m just great on a leash and even better in the car! I just LOVE to ride in the car! I’m crate trained and working on learning commands. Because I’m smart I can learn them quickly. On the other hand I need lots of reinforcement.

My trainer says I don’t yet have a lot of ‘tools in my tool box’. As a result I am working with her to learn new ways to cope and not be reactive. She is helping me to become more confident and to make better choices. She (and I) hope I can find someone who is willing to get to know me slowly and work with her until I can then go to my forever home. Since my trainer is located in the desert, ideally I would like to meet someone who also lives in the desert and can visit with me to build trust before I get adopted.

My Ideal Home Must Have:
— A patient and dog savvy person or couple
— No children
— Other small pups, especially a female, would be nice
— Someone who lives in the desert

That’s a bit of a tall order but I believe there is someone out there who has faith in my ability to adapt and is willing to manage me and help me be successful. Then I can transition from being a diamond in the rough to being a happy, confident pup.

So if you are looking for a pup who is playful, energetic, a bit barky and reactive —while also smart and willing to learn, let’s start a conversation. With time and patience I am hoping to become the pup I was meant to be.

Tails wags and cuddles,

Optimistic and potentially Omazing Ollie

Hi People,

My name is Casey and I’m a handsome and loving sweetheart of about six or seven (years, that is) who is playful, smart and very loving. My foster Mom says I’m also endearing, irresistible and sweet – a major cuddler who is good with other dogs and thoroughly enjoys his people.

My foster Dad says I’m handsome, playful and eager to please. He says it’s fun watching me learn so many (new) things. For example I recently discovered this really neat toy called a ‘rollerball’. When I roll it the right direction I get special treats. Mom says I’m SO smart that I figured it out in seconds (and you should see me roll it! I’m masterful!) She finds watching me very entertaining!.

I’ve learned about car rides. I’m a pro in the car…. already! And I really REALLY like to go on walks. To say I’m fabulous on a leash is NOT an understatement. I also have good ‘dog walking’ manners. Did I mention (drum roll please) that I’m housebroken EVEN with all this darn rain (!) I’m so good that I get to sleep in the Big People’s bed where I lie quietly all night long, snuggling and happy as can be!

I’m a real lap dog and the world’s best companion! I learn quickly too, am not a chewer or a barker.

Mom says I would be happy in a home with other FurKids or can be an ‘only’ FurKid if I have my people around most of the time. I’m just a happy, friendly, loveable, adaptable and very sweet (Did I mention I’m a love sponge?) little guy with a heart full of love and about as cute as I can be.

If I sound like the kind of fur kid that you are looking for, please fill out an application so we can meet!

Thanks a lot!

Charming and Cuddly Casey

Hi Everyone,

I’m Dexter, a delectable Havanese (mix) with white, black, brown and apricot cuteness who is 18 months young (or do I mean old?).  While the shelter did me no favors when they shaved me, my hair is growing in nicely and I’m still managing to steal hearts with my sweet personality. My foster Mom says her photos don’t do me justice — but when you meet me my happy disposition, loving and playful nature comes shining through!

Did I also mention that I am a lucky pup? Let’s start with why I am so lucky. Until recently I was living on the street, scavenging for food and safety. Then I found myself in the ‘shelter’ where I was surrounded by a lot of barking and noises that scared me. But then I became a FurKid! That meant I was safe and Boy! was I relieved—and lucky!

Mom says I’m an energetic, friendly, loving and smart little guy, capable on standing on my hind legs for an impressive amount of time. Dad says I love to play with my toys and am getting quite good at chasing the ball and (drum roll please!) returning it. I’m also very interested in having new experiences and there are lots of them for me every day: like seeing birds and bikes – and strollers. I have already met and like a 5 year old little human. Babies also intrigue me so I may bark at first but it’s because I don’t know what they are or if they want to play.

I get along with everyone and little pups like me are my favorites. Everyone can become my new best friend! Mom says I’m a perky and active little guy who is very smart and likes to learn. For example, I’m very good about going potty. I haven’t had any accidents since my foster mom is very good with my routine and commands. While I don’t have a doggie door like some FurKids I know I could master that pretty fast. I also know the ‘Come’ command already. Mom and I are working on ‘wait’ (so we can go out the front door together.) That’s the next one on my list!

I try to do lots of things that make Mom smile. How’s that for wanting to please? I love my walks! Of course, we can’t forget the ‘going for a ride in the car’ behavior. Well, let me tell you there is nothing more fun than riding in the car!

If you have a heart for an energetic, active and happy pup then we should definitely meet. I’ll make you proud of all that I can become now that I’m a FurKid. So if you want to be a super hero, please ask for me.

Cuddles and Snuggles,

Deserving and Delightful Dexter