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Kody

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Newark, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Due to an unexpected medical crisis in our family involving a parent's full-time care, our family is stretched incredibly thin. Between managing intensive caregiving, our children, and Kody’s recent medical diagnosis, we simply cannot give her the time, focused attention, and calm environment she truly deserves. We are heartbroken, but we want what is absolute best for her.Kody was recently diagnosed with epilepsy and experiences grand mal seizures. She is currently on a stable routine and managing well, but her new family must be fully prepared to commit to her medical care:Medication: She takes Keppra daily—two pills in the morning and two pills at night. She takes her medication easily.Current Status: Over the last two months, she has averaged about one seizure every two weeks.
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Cleo

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Puppy
Newark, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Cleo birthday is 5/11/25, he is the biggest of his litter mates. He was dumped at a park in San Jose at 5 weeks old by an unhoused couple.Cleo is very chilled. He loves to play with his litter mates. He is good with kisses on the face and hands in his food. He is very gentle when taking a treat from your hand. Cleo, along with his remaining litter mates have been with us for over a year now. Four of the pups have already found their forever homes.Cleo is fixed and has gone through some obedience training. We also did his DNA and were surprised with the results. He is very loving and should probably go to a home with other dogs. He has never been alone as I work nights and my husband works days. If you can find a place in your heart and home to adopt this cutie please reach out to us. We can also provide medical records too.
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Max

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Puppy
Newark, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Max was born on 5/11/25. Max and 5 other litter mates were dumped at a park in San Jose between 3-5 weeks old by an unhoused couple. Max is very playful, he is good with kisses on his face and hands in his food. He is crate trained and has gone through some obedience training. He is also good on a leash and loves his walks, car rides, and belly rubs. Max and his remaining litter mates have been with us for over a year. Four have already found their forever homes. If you have a place in your heart and home please let us know. We are also willing to dog sit for Max, if needed. Please reach out to us if you are interested. We can also provide medical records too.
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Sadie Jane

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Puppy
Newark, 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
Sadie was born on 5/11/25, she was the first of her litter mates to be dumped at a park in San Jose. She was only 3 weeks old and was bottle fed. She has been with us for over a year. She was eventually reunited with her litter mates at around 5 weeks old. Although she is very independent she still loves being with her siblings. Sadie is fully vaccinated. She is crate trained. She is still intact. Sadie is good with kisses on her face and doesn’t t mind hands in her food. She has gone through obedience training. If you can find love in your heart and home to adopt her please reach out to us. Also we are willing to be a dog sitter, if needed, for this cutie. We can also provide medical records too.
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Max D6732 (Milo)

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Senior
Fremont, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Max (watch my video!) was at a distant overcrowded shelter for over a month when his time was up. He had no options left so we rescued him. All the volunteers adore him. Despite having no walks from his shelter kennel once out he is well behaved and great with other large dogs he met at the shelter and volunteers. He needs time to warm up and feel safe then cooperative loves treats and is lovable. Smart and gorgeous. Max did great during his transport car ride but once at a new place he was nervous and confused. Did take treats. Once he knows you he will be your best friend and bodyguard. Max will need an experienced guardian and a home with a yard. For now no kids. More info. to come as he relaxes and learns. 7/1/22: He is now doing great at his foster home with 2 other GSDs. With time he adjusted to new people at home. He is still leary of of strangers. Bonded to his foster mom. Loves his walks/hikes playing ball and relaxing at his foster home. 9/12/21: Sadly when his potential foster home and her 2 GSDs during their two meets her female GSD did not work out with him. The female is less tolerant of new dogs and wants to be the top dog. Max did great with her male dog and social. He loves treats snuggled being petted and enjoyed the attention. Need basic leash training. Poor Max will continue to board until we can find him an experienced foster home that will give him time to warm up and feel safe. Max is boarding until we can find him an experienced and dedicated foster home. Donations needed to help pay for his boarding. To date since 10/20/21 over $4000. 10/1/21: Our volunteers are visiting Max and taking him out for walks and play yard. Doing great and friendly with 2nd visit with female and male with yummy treats and turkey hot dogs. Max goes to male volunteer for hot dogs long walk and fine being petted. Max is a sweetie with people he knows and trust. Max would be a great hiking and home buddy.YouTube: https://youtu.be/veR-UfNMVfgMarch 7, 2026, 12:25 pm
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Neena D7481 (was Tootsie

Husky

Female, Senior
Fremont, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Neena (was Tootsie) was at a distant and very crowded shelter for a long time and her time was running out. When volunteers took her out she was friendly and great with all the dogs on leash and in dog play groups (off leash). Did great with transporter. She is very skinny and needs to put on weight. Once out at her foster home on 11/17/21 she was nervous but warmed up fast to her foster home but not to their female husky. She was guarding and reactive to their dog at home. Got into a few dog fights. They are keeping them separate and giving her time to adjust. 11/28/21 Update: Took about a week but Neena is now doing fine at her foster home and with their other female dog. She is the top dog at their home. They love their walks and hanging out. They do feed in seperate areas. She still need more basic and leash training. 1/12/22 Update: Still working on leash training to teach her to stop pulling and not be so excited when seeing other dogs while on walks. 3/28/22 Update: Foster hasn't attempted to test Neena with cats however they can see Neena has a strong prey drive so if the cat runs it is expected Neena would chase. She is now great with foster home's female husky.March 7, 2026, 12:25 pm

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Furry Friends Rescue

P.O. Box 7270, Fremont, CA 94537

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WOOF Animal Rescue

P.O.Box 1607, Fremont, CA 94536

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Tri-City Animal Shelter

1950 Stevenson Blvd, Fremont, CA 94538

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

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Red Collar Rescue - California

Fremont, CA 94538

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Hi 5 Dog Rescue

Fremont, CA 94539

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Hayward Animal Shelter

16 Barnes Ct, Hayward, CA 94544

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Pack Lyfe Rescue Inc

hayward, CA 94544

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

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Last Chance

Hayward, CA 94544

Pet Types: dogs

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Silicon Valley Animal Rescue

Palo Alto, CA 94303

Pet Types: dogs

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