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Puppies and dogs in Cortez, Colorado

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Cortez, Colorado. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Fluffnugget

Great Pyrenees

Male, 11 mos

Cortez, CO

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Fluffnugget Male | ~10 months old | 28 lbs Fluffnugget is one of our younger pups and is still very much a work-in-progress. He came from a rough start and we believe he may be inbred, which has contributed to his challenges with handling and confidence. At this time, Fluffnugget does not enjoy being handled and will need a significant amount of patient, consistent socialization. Picking him up was a wrestling match, and he made it very clear that hands-on interaction is currently stressful for him. Because of this, a no-kids home is a must. With other dogs, Fluffnugget will likely do okay, though he can be a bit bossy with his littermates — something we often see in young pups who haven’t yet learned appropriate social skills. A calm, confident dog in the home may help guide him, but slow introductions will be important. Fluffnugget is not a beginner dog. He needs an experienced, understanding adopter who is willing to give him the time, structure, and space he needs to build trust at his own pace. With the right environment and a lot of patience, this little guy has the potential to grow — but he will require commitment and realistic expectations. If you’re someone who believes in the underdogs and understands that progress doesn’t happen overnight, Fluffnugget may be the challenge you’re ready for. ##2629282##

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Timber

Alaskan Malamute

Male, Adult

Cortez, CO

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

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Max

Boxer Labrador Retriever

Female, 3 yrs

Cortez, CO

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

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Penelope

Border Collie

Female, 3 yrs 6 mos

Cortez, CO

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Penelope (aka Penny) At just 3 years old, Penelope — lovingly called Penny — is in the prime of her life and ready to find the person she can devote herself to completely. She’s what we lovingly call a “one-person dog.” When she bonds, she bonds deeply — and that loyalty runs strong. Because of that deep attachment, Penny will do best in a calm, consistent home without a lot of people coming and going. In busy or unpredictable environments, she can start to feel protective of her person. She isn’t looking for chaos — she’s looking for stability, routine, and someone she can feel safe with. Penny absolutely loves her people and is affectionate, intelligent, and eager to please. She is housebroken, crate trained, leash trained, and does wonderfully staying home alone during the day. She sleeps quietly in her crate at night, rides well in the car, and is very responsive to direction. She thrives when she knows what’s expected of her. With children, Penny is friendly but can be enthusiastic and a bit pushy due to her size, so a home with older, respectful kids or adults only would be the best fit. When it comes to other dogs, Penny needs slow, thoughtful introductions before being considered friends. She does not appreciate pushy or overly assertive dogs in her space. With proper boundaries and respectful energy, she can coexist — but she may also truly shine as the only dog in the home where she doesn’t feel the need to manage her surroundings. The good stuff: Spayed & up to date on vet care House & crate trained Deeply loyal and affectionate Smart and obedient Thrives with routine and clear structure Penny’s current family cares about her deeply and is willing to foster her while we search for the right match. We are committed to finding her a home where she can feel secure and understood. She won’t be the right fit for every household — but for the person looking for a devoted, steady companion, Penny will be an incredible best friend. Apply to adopt Penelope here: https://www.wagtopia.com/search/pet?id=1707539&name=Penelope+ ##1707539##

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Panda

Border Collie

Female, 1 mo

Cortez, CO

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

What a cuddle bug! Panda is the sweetest little girl! We do believe that she is a border collie mix. She was found alone on the reservation, crawling toward the road and was rescued in that moment thank goodness! Panda will find the nook in your neck, lick you all over with her puppy breath and fall fast asleep. She is the most adorable baby ever! Once Panda is 8 weeks old and has been fully vetted she will be available to adopt. ##2654849##

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Larry

Great Pyrenees

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo

Cortez, CO

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

MEET LARRY AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION Great Pyrenees | Part of the 90-Dog New Mexico Hoarding Case Larry is a survivor of the 90-dog hoarding case in New Mexico, and he carries the deepest emotional scars. Larry is not aggressive — he is fearful and very shut down. He will require an exceptionally patient, experienced home that understands non social to people kind of dogs. Larry is still learning that humans can be safe, and his progress happens slowly — in inches, not yards. This is not a dog for someone looking for quick affection. Larry needs a quiet, low-pressure home where he is allowed to move at his own pace, with no expectations placed on him beyond safety and consistency. Larry needs: Very experienced adopter Quiet, low-stress environment Secure fencing Time — lots of it Not for first-time dog owners Not suitable for busy or high-traffic homes Not a livestock guardian dog Available for adoption, foster-to-adopt, or rescue transfer Apply at www.denkaisanctuary.org/adopt Questions? 970-217-1457 ##2629264##

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Dog shelters and rescues in Cortez, Colorado

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Rescue

Denkai Animal Sanctuary

209 West Main, Cortez, CO 81321

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses

Shelter

Cortez Animal Shelter

2791 E. Main, Cortez, CO 81321

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Obe's Angels Rescue

27100 Hwy 184, Dolores, CO 81323

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Blackhat Humane Society

Durango, CO 81302

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Heidis Rescue

Durango, CO 81302

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Annie's Orphans

1630 CR 214, Durango, CO 81303

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

La Plata County Humane Society

1111 South Camino del Rio, Durango, CO 81303

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

Rescue

PranaDOGS

10 Town Plaza #101, Durango, CO 81301

Pet Types: dogs

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Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd

English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog

German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky

Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo

Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever

Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi

Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund

Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla

Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless

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