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

Brussels Griffon

Female, 2 yrs 9 mos
Palmdale, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
PLEASE READ ENTIRE POST BEFORE INQUIRING AND PLEASE REFRAIN FROM REACHING OUT UNLESS YOU ARE READY TO COMMIT THESE ANIMALS DESERVE SOMEONE READY TO COMMIT TO THEM! Text or email for direct contact with rescuer located in Palmdale approved for same-day adoption (661)609-2186 memeco635@gmail.com Hello everyone, my name is Bella. Get the tissues ready because my story is a little tragic. I was homeless wandering the streets of Skid Row hoping to find a food drive where I could snag a couple treats from the vendors feeding the homeless when a homeless man’s German Shepherd attacked me out of nowhere! People were standing around yelling when a pitbull came and joined in on attacking me! After what felt like forever they were able to separate both dogs and pick me up but I was limp in shock, fearing I was already dead due to the amount of blood everywhere and my jaw barely hanging off my face I was rushed to an emergency vet who then transported me to Palmdale where I met my rescuer. My jaw was completely broken, and it had to be surgically reattached and wired shut, the person who transported me all the way to Palmdale wasn’t able to get the funds together to handle my surgery so my rescuer stepped in to help. They told her there was a very high chance that I wouldn’t survive the surgery and I would die on the table because I lost so much blood and I wasn’t responsive due to the shock and pain I was clearly in, but if they were determined to fight for me, I was determined to fight as well and I pulled through! I spent the next few weeks having a very difficult time, eating and drinking, and had to be fed with the syringe because I had tubes coming out of my neck and my jaw. My rescuer was determined to help me pull through, and after all the pain medication antibiotic‘s and vet visits I was cleared and I couldn’t stop smiling! I made a full recovery and my favorite thing to do now is follow my rescuer around her house and join in when she has a little dance breaks. I still get skittish around large dogs, but I’m very friendly and I haven’t shown Any signs of aggression because I do want to build bonds with other dogs, cats and children. I am very sweet however I am currently being called a Velcro dog because I want to be around people all the time. I am still on a soft food diet, even though my most severe injuries are healed, but I will have to be weaned into hard kibble overtime so for now I am enjoying wet food and shredded chicken with white rice with soft boiled veggies, and the occasional scrambled egg. My rescuer thinks it’s time for me to find a family of my own. I am very quiet and always wanting to cuddle. I would be a great addition to any family dynamic as I acclimate without issue. I have a very easy-going personality. I have no bad habits I just want love. I may have had a rough start, but I know my future involves a very loving family, a nice warm couch and a yard where I can play and soak in the sun. if you think I sound like the perfect match for your family please contact my rescuer with the information listed above my story to schedule a time to meet with me. I am approved for same-day adoption, and I guarantee you will fall in love with my smile. I really hope to find my forever family soon but until then I look forward to meeting you!
We'll also keep you updated on Florian's adoption status with email updates.
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Florian

Belgian Malinois Australian Kelpie

Male, 2 yrs
Palmdale, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Text or email only located in West Palmdale approved for same-day adoption only reach out if you are serious and ready for the commitment of adoption. Hello everyone, I am Florian. I was taken to a shelter in Shasta County and unfortunately, within a week I was placed on death row. My rescuer agreed to take a couple dogs from that shelter and I was one of the 15 that they dumped on her without her consent, but after looking into my eyes, she knew that I was destined for a better future and couldn’t bear the thought of Not taking me even though she had no space or resources for me. She decided to leave her home and rent a guest house for me and my siblings and friends from that shelter until she could find me a forever home. It has been one whole year since I’ve been in the rescue and everyone that I came with on that transport from that shelter has found their forever home except me I was rejected for the silliest reasons most recently someone didn’t like that my nose wasn’t completely black and that I had a white mark above my nose. I am a very loyal, sweet and dedicated dog and once I bond with you, I’m glued to your hip. I am a very active dog, but as long as you have a backyard or are willing to take me on at least two walks a day I’m perfectly fine. I am potty trained crate trained very well. Socialize with other dogs and children however, the rescue is on a ranch and I have developed a little bit of a prey drive with chickens and other small animals. If you have a wrap problem, I can correct it within a few days I understand commands in both English and Spanish and someone very kind decided to sponsor my adoption so my adoption is completely free to the family who decides to give me my final forever home. I’m a little on the smaller side and I am full grown and will not get any bigger 35 pounds is my peak weight but there’s so much loyalty and love wrapped up in the small package, so if you think I would make a great addition to your family, please contact my rescuer with the information directly above my story and schedule a day to come and meet me again. My adoption is sponsored so my adoption fee is waived and I am completely free, but you still have to sign an adoption contract before taking me home and taking the adoption picture to go on the adoption wall of fame. I really hope I find my forever home soon. Everyone I know has found loving homes and I’m just patiently waiting for my turn, but I look forward to finding you and showing you what unconditional love is really like!
We'll also keep you updated on Marley's adoption status with email updates.
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Marley

Havanese Maltipoo

Male, 1 yr 5 mos
Palmdale, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
PLEASE READ ENTIRE POST BEFORE INQUIRING AND PLEASE REFRAIN FROM REACHING OUT UNLESS YOU ARE READY TO COMMIT THESE ANIMALS DESERVE SOMEONE READY TO COMMIT TO THEM! Text or email for direct contact with rescuer located in Palmdale approved for same-day adoption (661)609-2186 memeco635@gmail.com Hey guys, I’m Marley. I’m a Havanese Maltipoo mix. My brother and I were surrendered by our Previous Owners family. Unfortunately, they got deported and their family didn’t want to take care of us. I’ve spent most of my life outside, but I am potty trained since coming to the rescue. I’ve made a lot of new friends and I’m very social and very sweet. My rescuer thought it would be nice to hire someone who didn’t have much experience to give me a haircut so I’m looking a little funny right now, but when my hair grows back, I promise I’ll look like my original picture. She decided not to allow that person to shave my brother, but I am more social and outgoing and playful, and I would be great as an only dog or a companion for another dog. I’m pretty laid-back. I don’t have any bad habits, but I really love people I would fit almost any family dynamic whether you live in an apartment or a big house I would do great. I do understand most commands in Spanish, but I’m learning to understand English. If you think I would make a great addition to your family, please reach out to my rescuer with the information listed above my story text or email only please as calls do not go through and schedule a time to meet with me I am approved for same-day adoption and I look forward to meeting you!
We'll also keep you updated on Rex's adoption status with email updates.
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Rex

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 5 yrs
Palmdale, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Text or email only approved for same-day adoption. Please do not reach out unless you are seriously interested and ready to commit to adopting. Hello, my name is Rex. I am a retired police dog and unfortunately, I was brought to the rescue from Texas because tragedy struck my Previous Owner. My previous owner was killed in a tragic vehicle accident and the family through their grief and unable to cope with their loss and my anxiety, decided to drive me to California and surrender me to a rescue that my Former Owner knew and trusted. I didn’t settle into the rescue easily because so much happened in such a short amount of time I didn’t know what was going on the only family I knew outside of my owner was leaving me with a stranger. I have never met far from anything that smelled familiar and I was terrified. It Took me a while to settle into the rescue because nothing smelled familiar, but it was a lot easier than expected because it was a home environment instead of an outdoor kennel with barely enough room to move around. I still sleep in a bed or on the floor. I’m always given the choice. I have free roam of the house and I’m a very good boy. I let you know when I have to go potty, I love long walks. I love long hikes and I love just exploring the backyard. I know a lot of tricks and once I get to know you, I will become very protective of you if you show fear with anyone who approaches you, but I wait for your command before engaging with anyone or anything. I still have anxiety being left alone for long periods of time so another companion is ideal, but not mandatory, overtime with patience and understanding I will feel safe to submit to someone new. my rescuer was able to reach me and now I am learning to be more open with new people but it is her dream to find me a forever home with someone who knows my breed well and knows how stubborn we can be or someone who is either retired military or law-enforcement that could remind me of my Former Owner. I still have many years and lots of love to give. I just need someone willing to take a chance on me and if you think that person may be, you feel free to text or email my rescuer to set up a day for us to meet my next home must be my last in fear that I will shut down completely, and never overcome my anxiety and fear of abandonment so please please please be 100% ready to commit to me and I promise if you give me time I will show you how loyal, loving and dedicated I can be to you and your family like I was with my owner until death tore us apart. I look forward to hearing from you!
We'll also keep you updated on Toby's adoption status with email updates.
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Toby

Yorkie Poo

Male, Young
Palmdale, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Needs special attention, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Toby is a very sweet chocolate yorkipoo. Unfortunately, Toby has severe separation anxiety. It has been that way from the first day we met. It has gradually improved over the past year but still can be difficult to manage. Toby would do amazing with someone who can be around a lot. (A family, retired individual, SAHM, work-from-home situation, etc. would definitely be a great fit for Toby.) I live alone and have a busy work schedule. I gave up one of my jobs recently (for various reasons) which has helped Toby to have company. But I can’t do that forever. Toby does amazing with my friend’s family (4 people, several pets) and I think it’s because he always has human contact (someone is usually at home or if everyone is away, it’s very brief). He LOVES to be held and cuddled. In fact, he’ll almost sigh in relief at being held.
We'll also keep you updated on Spirit's adoption status with email updates.
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Spirit

Mutt

Male, Young
Palmdale, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Spirit is a young, energetic dog looking for good new owners. He is full of life and needs lots of attention, love, and care. Best suited for someone who has time to spend with him.

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Antelope Valley Dalmatian Rescue

P.O.Box 5861, Lancaster, CA 93539

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Bugsy's Buddies Foundation

42103 50th Street West #3274, Los Angeles, CA 93586

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Miracle Dog Rescue & Exotics

Palmdale, CA 93551

Pet Types: birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, small animals

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Pulling For Paws (Buster's Barn)

829 W Palmdale Blvd, 176, Palmdale, CA 93551

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals

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Halfway to Home

Palmdale, CA 93550

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Los Angeles County: Palmdale

38550 Sierra Highway, Palmdale, CA 93550

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Victoria’s angels

Palmdale, CA 93550

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Leo's Pet Assistance Fund

4654-B E. Avenue S, PMB #251, Palmdale, CA 93552

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Desert Dames Dog Search and Rescue

Palmdale, CA 93552

Pet Types: dogs

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Secondhand Animals

PO Box 1993, Rosamond, CA 93560

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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