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We'll also keep you updated on Samantha's adoption status with email updates.
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Samantha

Shepherd (Unknown Type) Labrador Retriever

Female, 2 yrs 9 mos
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,
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Samantha, spayed female, 2 years & 4 months old, 32-lbs If you would like to give SAMANTHA a forever home, please contact abetterchancerescue@gmail.com OR log onto abetterchancerescue.org to fill out online application Samantha is a sweet young pup, friendly and mellow. She enjoys the company of other dogs and gets along well with cats too. She’s very stable and calm by nature, well behaved inside the house, not a barker. She’s potty trained to go outside, also crate trained to sleep overnight. Her favorite pastime is hang out with doggie pals in the park, her daily walks and riding in the car. With some basic training, Samantha will become a superb companion pet for any type of family. Samantha and her siblings were born to a stray mother dog. The rescuer decided to take care of the youngsters, after the mother dog was brutally poisoned to death. When Samantha was rescued, she was very fearful toward people. But after socializing for a few months with her foster family, she started to open up; could be a little shy when first meet, but warming up quickly. Now she is playful and healthy, and patiently waiting for her forever home! Please watch Samantha’s YouTube videos below: Interact well with kids. http://youtu.be/BHvOARYnIEM Good with strangers. http://youtu.be/fO8u5lvlIy0 https//youtu.be/Fgf45utMjZo http://youtu.be/3ZjgWRMmM7M http://youtu.be/nLI0hv5dorE Follows the commands well http://youtu.be/Kh-htpHq1Oc http://youtu.be/JcATjjWLM3M Has no food aggression with human and dogs. http://youtu.be/bk8UOM_bHvg Good with cats. http://youtu.be/P60SfLzCHA0 Interact well with dogs. http://youtu.be/6zNg55FJfIY http://youtu.be/cfMnv3opRT0 http://youtu.be/W-xuh7aAXaQ Leash walk training well http://youtu.be/subXNfLj6oM http://youtu.be/EERyQHw8pUY http://youtu.be/10MsssxEuVs 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? Elder child Is the dog good with other dogs? yes Is the dog good with cats? OK Good on leash? yes 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: 1/30/2022 2nd vaccination: 2/28/2022 3rd vaccination:3/30/2022 Rabies Date: 3/10/2022
We'll also keep you updated on Scooby's adoption status with email updates.
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Scooby

Shepherd (Unknown Type) Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 yrs 11 mos
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
We'll also keep you updated on Dolly's adoption status with email updates.
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Dolly

Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs 10 mos
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
Dolly, spayed female, 3y-5-m-old, 44-lbs If you would like to give DOLLY a forever home, please contact abetterchancerescue@gmail.com OR log onto abetterchancerescue.org to fill out online application Dolly has an easy-going temperament, very playful and lively. She loves people and is sociable around other dogs and stays calm when meeting cats. She is potty trained and crate trained to sleep overnight; not a chewer or barker. Dolly is most suitable for an outdoor loving family, and/or as an addition to family with dog. Dolly’s rescue story: Driving home during a stormy night, the rescuer spotted a dark moving object in-between the traffic lanes. When she stopped her car to check it out, she found Dolly moving toward her slowly, wagging her tail. She didn’t seem injured but apparently had difficulty moving. Dolly followed the rescuer to her car and off to the hospital they went. The doctor’s diagnostic was that Dolly simply suffered from starvation. Under the care of her foster family, Dolly regained her hearth and received proper training. But being a dog with black color coat has hardly any chance to be adopted by local people. Hopefully Dolly can start her new life aboard. Please watch Dolly’s YouTube videos below: Good with strangers. http://youtu.be/IOet0NJgO-s http://youtu.be/PjWQOutfdRk http://youtu.be/j6TFKxaOtJg http://youtu.be/COyDbrowYdI Follows the commands well http://youtu.be/aggL8Dc7Xpk http://youtu.be/QKhqptJbX6A Has no food aggression with human and dogs. http://youtu.be/IPlsUM55FdI http://youtu.be/wOlhL0SEw3M Good with cats. http://youtu.be/RIl8oIOfB8M Interact well with dogs. http://youtu.be/y61ksv1rWAo http://youtu.be/QiLp2aN63W0 http://youtu.be/3Xgnr5H-c5w Interact well with kids. http://youtu.be/dmWE9ncl_KA Walk leash training well http://youtu.be/NxyAkyhz_WQ http://youtu.be/yy4yCGlI_JE http://youtu.be/ow99zEy8yT4 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: 9/01/2022 2nd vaccination:10/20/2022 Rabies Date: 11/10/2022
We'll also keep you updated on Bobby's adoption status with email updates.
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Bobby

Cattle Dog Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
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
Bobby, neutered male, 13-months old, 42-lbs If you would like to give BOBBY a forever home, please contact abetterchancerescue@gmail.com OR log onto abetterchancerescue.org to fill out online application Bobby is a lively, playful, and happy pup when around familiar environment. He is super mellow and well behaved by nature. He gets along well with other dogs and cats. Bobby adapted and thrived quickly in foster care. He is potty trained and crate trained to sleep overnight. His favorite pastime is his daily walks and hanging out with play pals in the park. Bobby is calm and docile compared to young pups his age. He would be a great candidate for family looking for a companion pet. About Bobby’s rescue: Bobby was deserted at the park, he was around six months old at the time. Volunteer posted his story on social media asking for help, but didn’t get any response. He was friendly to the park visitors and sometimes played with their dogs. During the time the volunteer was looking for foster opportunity for him. Before an organized fair held at the park, Bobby was picked up by the local shelter. Fortunately, the volunteer landed a foster family for Bobby and got him out of the shelter shortly. Bobby got out of the shell and became his old and friendly self soon afterwards. Please view Bobby ’s videos at: Good with strangers. http://youtu.be/EIpUXSIqAqo http://youtu.be/QC4yMM1fvf0 Has no food aggression with human and dogs. http://youtu.be/dLZ_MAwOhIM Good with cats. http://youtu.be/ywx2clL7DSc Interact well with dogs. http://youtu.be/NeF5JmwtQHk http://youtu.be/u8nmkq_J_MI Walk leash training well http://youtu.be/-AqwKv51D2M http://youtu.be/xt-Os34HojE Temperament: Energy level: Medium Ideal home environment: Quiet or active both Is the dog good with strangers: friendly 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:9/20/2023 2nd vaccination:1/03/2024 Rabies Date: 11/20/2023
We'll also keep you updated on Millie's adoption status with email updates.
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Millie

Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
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
Millie, spayed female, 9-months-old, 31-lbs If you would like to give MILLIE a forever home, please contact abetterchancerescue@gmail.com OR log onto abetterchancerescue.org to fill out online application Millie is smart and lively, enjoys outdoor activities; full of puppy energy, like the average young pups. She is loving by nature and aimed to please, can easily adapt to new environment. She is well behaved around adults and kids, also good with other dogs and cats. She follows direction well, and never got into fight for food or toy. She is potty trained and crate trained to sleep overnight. With some basic training, she will become a great family pet and the best walking companion. About Millie’s rescue: Millie was spotted wandering on the streets. A good looking, clean and young one, she was probably deserted by her owner not too long ago. She was at the onset of puberty, it is urgent to have this young girl neutered. When the rescuer was notified, she acted right away, lest she drifted away. Millie was taken to the vet first; no chip was found on her. She was examined by the vet, and got neutered. Millie is a beautiful and healthy young pup. She was placed with a loving foster home while waiting for her forever home! Please watch Millie’s YouTube videos below: Interact well with kids. https://youtu.be/oxBnYl4SThA Good with strangers. http://youtu.be/xgvPiQBrQP8 http://youtu.be/fkyy2rZFyPQ Follows commands well http://youtube.com/shorts/LmFpOvHELF8?feature=share Has no food aggression with human and dogs. http://youtu.be/oKQiUr9EBX8 http://youtu.be/CsTwrktPHLk Good with cats. http://youtu.be/wXDC7HPAESE Interact well with dogs. http://youtu.be/KygIRhAm8eE Leash walk training http://youtube.com/shorts/LmFpOvHELF8?feature=share 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? Elder 8 years up. Is the dog good with other dogs? yes Is the dog good with cats? OK Good on leash? Under training 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: 11/17/2023 2nd vaccination:12/21/2023 Rabies Date:12/25/2023
We'll also keep you updated on Scarlett's adoption status with email updates.
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Scarlett

Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
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
Scarlett, spayed female, 10-months-old, 30-lbs If you would like to give Scarlett a forever home, please contact abetterchancerescue@gmail.com OR log onto abetterchancerescue.org to fill out online application Scarlett is smart, lively, and close to people; full of puppy energy, but calm and obedient if compared to other young pups her age. She always greets everyone with a sweet smile and non-stop wagging tail. She is good with dogs and behaves very well when meeting other dogs outdoors; she is also calm and friendly with cats. Her favorite pastime is taking daily walks and romping around with doggie friends in the park. She is potty trained and crate trained to sleep overnight, with no barking nor chewing issues. Scarlett can fit into any type of family quickly, also can be a great candidate for family looking for sibling to the existing dog. She would make a wonderful companion, and she certainly deserves a loving family! About Scarlett’s rescue: Traveling on a country road the volunteer picked up a stray dog, skinny but heavy into pregnancy. She soon gave birth to five puppies, Scarlett was one of them. Being cute and good looking, Scarlett was soon adopted by a young couple. Even with all their good intention and love, the young couple realized not long afterwards that they did not have enough time to take good care of her; she was only taken for walk once every week on weekends, and when her masters are away on business trips, Scarlett had to stay at the boarding place. So, when the rescuer learned about this situation, she decided to look for better opportunities for Scarlett. Please watch Scarlett’s YouTube videos below: Good with strangers. http://youtu.be/hAMjsRqDW5k http://youtu.be/1WeVDvM1UAo Follows the commands well http://youtu.be/cYQYsqR014U http://youtu.be/ArjoaAmedy8 Stay clam on noisy street http://youtu.be/w3dRqAUjdK8 Respond to recall. http://youtu.be/IdmXWCL6ZZo Has no food aggression with human and dogs. http://youtu.be/HjfT3znpUSQ Good with kids http://youtu.be/o-9oDbpuXA4 http://youtu.be/iBnI-Ykvb3U Interact well with dogs. http://youtu.be/hvLPCMhm6nU http://youtu.be/dgsqq6bVSW8 http://youtu.be/3IqeswKlwB0 Potty trained. http://youtu.be/ZrDvwfxCd50 Leash walk training http://youtu.be/i3egA1jUkmk http://youtu.be/p4f8EM0La_c 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? yes 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: 7/08/2023 2nd vaccination:8/08/2023 3rd vaccination: 9/09/2023 Rabies Date:9/02/2023

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PO Box 212, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

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PO Box, 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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Northern California Bulldog Rescue

na, Woodside, CA 94062

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Afghan Hound Rescue of California

P.O. Box 3508, Redwood CIty, CA 94064

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A Better Chance Rescue

San Mateo, CA 94403

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NorCal Collie Rescue

All Northern California, Redwood City, CA 94065

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