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Alan Jackson

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Adult
Half Moon Bay, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sweet Foster Pup, Alan Jackson is a sweet gentle soul who is officially ready to graduate from his foster home into his permanent family! If you are looking for a loyal, well-behaved companion who loves everyone he meets, Jackson is your boy. He is fully house trained with no messy accidents here! Jackson is 100% potty trained. He knows the command "wait" and has amazing recall, meaning he won't bolt out open doors. He loves a predictable morning and evening walk followed by plenty of couch time with humans. While he loves his chew toys and gets the occasional "zoomies" he is highly motivated by treats, making him incredibly easy and fun to train! He is a neutered 2-year-old, 45 pound, fully vaccinated puppy and so he is looking for a family that will offer him patience and reassurance. Once he knows he is safe, his joyful, loving spirit comes alive. He is perfectly content on his dog bed and respects your boundaries, making him a wonderful fit for a bustling home. Is that your home?? Please note: Alan Jackson does well with cats or dogsAlan Jackson is ok with catsNeeds a securely fenced yardMore information & application [ts=1790492440&src=aap]
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Lil' Bit aka Fred

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium) Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Half Moon Bay, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Lil' Bit (Fred) and his brother Murray were found in a park in Los Banos. The boys came running to the driver's side of the their rescuer' s car. She opened the door and they jumped in. They were covered in fleas, dirt and feces. No one came looking for these young puppies. They are a great pair and are wonderful companions. They are neutered, micro chipped and age appropriate vaccinated.  The boys were returned to us in Jan. '25. Although we asked several times, we were given no reason for the boys being returned and their behavior has given us no reason why they are back with us. We were glad they came back to us but they are now ready to go to their new home. The brothers are very bonded and must be adopted and stay together. The boys are sweethearts. They know how to use a doggie door. The boys love going for walks and being with people. They jump into their crates at night, get their treats and go to sleep for the night. They love people and just want to be cuddled and loved. Is yours the new home and family the boys have been waiting for???? Please note: Lil' Bit aka Fred should be adopted with a littermateNeeds a securely fenced yardMore information & application [ts=1790492440&src=aap]
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Murray

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium) Spaniel (Unknown Type)

Male, Adult
Half Moon Bay, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Lil' Bit (Fred) and his brother Murray were found in a park in Los Banos. The boys came running to the driver's sideL of the their rescuer' s car. She opened the door and they jumped in. They were covered in fleas, dirt and feces. No one came looking for these young puppies. They are a great pair and are wonderful companions. They are neutered, micro chipped and age appropriate vaccinated. The boys were returned to us in Jan. '25.  Although we asked several times, we were give no reason for the boys being returned and their behavior has given us no reason why they are back with us. We were glad they came back to us but they are now ready to go to their new home.  The brothers are very bonded and must be adopted and stay together. The boys are sweethearts. They know how to use a doggie door. The boys love going for walks and being with people. They jump in their crates at night, get their treats, and go to sleep for the night. They love people and just want to be cuddled and loved. Is yours the new new home and family the boys have been waiting for???? Please note: Murray should be adopted with a littermateNeeds a securely fenced yardMore information & application [ts=1790492440&src=aap]
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Taz

American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 9 mos
Half Moon Bay, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Cuteness Alert!!! Are you looking for an energetic, eager to please, handsome staffie-boy-blend who's signature look is the perfect eyeliner morning, noon and night?! He claims its "natural". First hist stats: -2.5 yrs old -Neutered male -Large, ~75 lbs -Energy level - active, mashed-potato after exercise -Healthy, up-to-date on vax, microchipped And a few inside-scoops: -When excited Taz emits tiny, kitten-like squeals - if you're wondering where that noise could possibly be coming from, its coming from all 75 lbs of him, so stop looking for the kitten -He can rock winter sweaters like no other, handsome-est in red -On solitary hikes he will stay close by your side and has excellent recall -Goofy like no other, he will turn up the laugh-factor in the home so get ready to show the doldrums to the door! Taz is good with most dogs (if you have any we'll make sure); and “wuvs his hoomans”. Children in the home should be 10+ since little humans take time, dogs take time and few families have time for both. Big-dog-savy kids could be an exception as we believe Taz was raised with kids. We have no information about our feline friends thus to be respectful of everyone's time, do not suggest them. If you've been thinking about something outside of yourself to pour love and care into, Taz is standing by to return it 10-fold. That's just how he rolls.
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Enzo

American Staffordshire Terrier Dachshund

Male, 1 yr 8 mos
Half Moon Bay, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Enzo - our big dog in a spunky 40 lb package! We'll start with his current nicknames: Mr. Spunk, Lil Man, and Mr. Adorbs. Tipping the scales at 40 lbs (small by PACC standards) Enzo is young (coming up on 1 yr), affectionate, and very curious about the world (seriously—nothing escapes his investigative sniffer). Enzo loves being close to his people and is happiest when sharing cuddles, soaking up attention, or heading out on a new adventure. Enzo is smart, eager to please, and follows human guidance well. He loves to rough and tumble with big dogs so if you have any of those, he'd be a built-in-exerciser. Enzo is treat-motivated, thus responds well to the yummies. He is a social butterfly who gets along with most dogs (can be a little too much for our small/soft/shy types) and can absolutely keep up with the big dogs during playtime. Running, wrestling, zoomies, exploring—if it sounds fun, count Enzo in. He plays hard, naps well, and appreciates cuddles in between. With the perfect mix of energy, intelligence, and affection, Enzo would thrive in an active home excited for a loyal companion and adventure buddy, with a built-in cuteness factor. His classic head-tilt at new sounds is priceless and will fill up your phone quick! Enzo's stats so you have them handy: ~1 yr old, 40 lb, neutered male, healthy, microchipped and up to date on vax. Likely some big dog, small dog type of blend (we're still mulling over the $80 DNA test decision). Children in the home should be 10+ because little humans take time, dogs take time and few families these days have time and energy for both. While he has not been introduced to cats and looks at them fondly from afar, to be respectful of everyone's time we recommend a feline free home. If Enzo sounds like a good fit with your situation: active home, looking to up the cuteness-factor, children 10+, feline-free - fill out the adoption application below and we will be in touch once it's received! NOTE: Adopt A Pet does NOT support live links COPY and PASTE the link below into your browser apply for Enzo https://forms.gle/EWGudg8Entzk6a6B7
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Spark

Australian Cattle Dog German Shepherd Dog

Male, Adult
Belmont, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Spark came to us from a rescue as a puppy and has been with us almost 3 years. He's loyal, gentle, sensitive and protective — cat-like, really. House-trained, doesn't chew, knows basic commands, and just wants to be near his people. He's fearful of other dogs and strangers and can react on leash, but introducing him to new people is easy with our simple routine — it's worked every time, even at a party with 15+ guests, and within 15-20 minutes he's usually playing with them. Once you're "his," he's a big cuddly puppy. He trained with RFRD Academy (San Jose) for 4 months recently to help with his obedience and leash walks. He has been wonderful with our children, but after a single incident with our daughter we've decided we can't take any risk with young kids, so he needs an adult-only home. We'll share every detail openly with anyone serious. If you're interested, please reach out — we're happy to send videos, answer any questions, and arrange a meeting so you can get to know him.

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Partners in Animal Care & Compassion

PO Box, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

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Companions In Waiting

PO Box 212, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

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Coastal Mutts

Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

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Redwood Coast Cattledog Rescue

Redwood City, CA 94002

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Jack Russell Rescue CA - San Carlos

484 E. Los Angeles Ave. Ste. #104, San Jose, CA 94070

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Northern California Bulldog Rescue

Woodside, CA 94062

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A Better Chance Rescue

San Mateo, CA 94403

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NorCal Collie Rescue

274 Redwood Shores Pkwy, PMB 210, Redwood City, CA 94065

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Compassion Animal Rescue

San Mateo, CA 94401

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