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Puppies and dogs in Half Moon Bay, California

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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 brothers are very bonded and must be adopted and stay together. Please note: Lil' Bit aka Fred should be adopted with a littermateNeeds a securely fenced yardMore information & application [ts=1788123641&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 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 brothers are very bonded and must be adopted and stay together. Please note: Murray should be adopted with a littermateNeeds a securely fenced yardMore information & application [ts=1788123641&src=aap]
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Taz

American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 8 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 7 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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Panda

Shiba Inu

Male, Adult
San Carlos, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Panda is a fun-loving 5-year-old Shiba Inu who loves being outdoors, running around, and playing fetch. He is fully house trained, very clean, and is not destructive or messy in the home. One of Panda’s best qualities is how quiet he is—he rarely barks. He is a loyal companion who enjoys spending quality time with his people, though he also values his independence and personal space, giving him a personality that’s a bit like a cat. Panda can be cautious when meeting new people, dogs, or environments, and loud noises can make him anxious at first. But with patience and time, he usually settles in and adapts well.We recently welcomed our first baby into the family, but her arrival seems to have added to his anxiety. We have now come to a difficult conclusion and believe Panda would be able to thrive more if he were re-homed.We are looking for an experienced dog owner who has experience working with sensitive, reactive dogs.
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Scooby

Shepherd (Unknown Type) Labrador Retriever

Male, 5 yrs
San Mateo, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Scooby, neutered male, 2.5 yo, 42-lbs If you would like to give SCOOBY a forever home, please contact abetterchancerescue@gmail.com OR log onto abetterchancerescue.org to fill out online application Meet Scooby! Scooby is a handsome young pup, well-mannered, cuddly and friendly. Scooby is very close to people, and he heeds commands well. He’s very food motivated, so is easy to befriend and thrive in new environment. He is sociable around people of all ages, also good with other dogs and super friendly with cats too. He’s not a chewer or barker, nor would he get into fight with other dogs over food or toy. Please watch Scooby’s videos to learn more about this goofy sweet boy! About Scooby’s rescue: Scooby’s mother and his five puppies wandered to a fishery in central Taiwan suburb. The fishery owner tried many nasty means to drive them away. They were finally wounded up in the shelter. Scooby being playful and pleasant by nature, he was adopted soon. Unfortunately, his owner got into trouble with the police and had to send him back to the shelter. A second owner kept Scooby for a short time but due to his inexperience with dogs, Scooby was given up shortly after. The rescuer decided to place Scooby under the overseas adoption program to give this sweet dog a second chance. Please watch Scooby’s YouTube videos below: Good with cats. http://youtu.be/gateUy1geZ0 Good with strangers. http://youtu.be/MrYv4bdmRVg http://youtu.be/C3Xiao61Etc http://youtu.be/WF5rctwAQrc http://youtu.be/roJ3XBDFbgs Follows the commands well http://youtu.be/HvF4gzc1JIs Has no food aggression with human and dogs. http://youtu.be/z0FPtLKwFAQ http://youtu.be/ze247mAWDow http://youtu.be/wpnsQlIkNCM http://youtu.be/CgGuRFPrMV4 Interact well with dogs. http://youtu.be/pLnDMu4vOSg http://youtu.be/XT9UqG3OIlo Interact well with kids. http://youtu.be/8MOeoKN-hhU Crate trained. http://youtu.be/BQw2BX-H6No Walk leash training well http://youtu.be/6wp0M992TsI http://youtu.be/Wc4GEJUuM8o Scooby is good at vet clinic http://youtu.be/qgMdA5ujd84 Scooby can play fetch. http://youtu.be/F1FSF-j6vus Temperament: Energy level: Medium Ideal home environment: Quiet or active both Is the dog good with strangers: yes The dog is best with children of what age group? Any age Is the dog good with other dogs? yes Is the dog good with cats? ok. Good on leash? ok Housetrained? yes Crate-trained? yes How is the dog with men? friendly Food aggression with people? no Food aggression with dogs? no Has the dog ever bitten anyone? no Medical Information: Vaccination History 1st vaccination:3/30/2023 Rabies Date: 3/30/2023

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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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