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Belle

Great Dane

Female, senior
Lakewood, CO
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Not good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
For more information about this Dane, please visit our website at www.rmgreatdane.org. Adoption Applications can be found on the home page.Ladies and Gentlemen, the Belle of the Ball is in the Rescue!  I am looking for a home with just humans, not other dogs.  You see, at my age, I’m just not that interested in putting up with a lot of puppy shenanigans, no matter how old the other dogs may be. I like some dogs, tolerate others and some I just detest – I’m a bit persnickety on how I choose my friends.  Other than that, Foster Mom says I’m pretty much the perfect Dane.  I take my time getting out of my crate in the morning and just don’t need to be rushed. Sometimes I just like to hang there for a long while and start my day slowly – the advantages of being a senior!   But once up and about, I am very interactive. I like car rides, I am friendly to family and visitors and I love treats and playing with my squeaky toy.  Foster Mom says I have the cutest front foot hop when I bark sometimes, like I’m giving it a little extra to make sure you heard me. I enjoy walks, but 10-15 minutes is about all I can take and then I need to come home and rest.  I recommend walking me on a Gentle Leader – I’m a pretty big and strong girl.  II can climb stairs – but if I don’t have to, I’d rather not take a full flight – I may whine at the bottom of the stairs and take my sweet time getting to the top.  A short 3 stairs in and out of the house is quite manageable. I chase bunnies.  Foster Family does not have a cat, but I’m pretty sure cats and bunnies look alike, so maybe I should not live in a home with cats.  Or bunnies.  Or dogs.  Just humans, they are the best!  I know no basic commands.  There. I said it.  I’m the Perfect Dane and I don’t respond to anything like Sit, Down, Stay, Come, Nothin. I enjoy wandering around the back yard at my own pace, checking things out.  But being on my bed in the same room with you is even better. I don’t get on furniture, just my beds around the house.  I am very sweet and loving and like to use my paw to get attention – but not roughly.  And sometimes I just shake my head to get your attention.  And if I really need to go out, like NOW, I will bark at your face – seems reasonable if you didn’t pick up on any of my other cues, yes? Come on, you know you want me to live with you!  Fill out an application and ask for me!September 16, 2023, 12:15 am
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Bruno

Great Dane

Male, adult
Lakewood, CO
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
For more information about this Dane, please visit our website at www.rmgreatdane.org. Adoption Applications can be found on the home page.Hi Everyone in Rescueland – I’m Bruno and I am looking for a home to call mine forever!  I was found as a stray, so my history is a big secret.  But here is what I can tell you about me: I love following my Foster Mom around Everywhere – I even try to leave with her when she goes to work.  That is a good indication I have some separation anxiety – makes sense since I was wandering around looking for my family when a nice lady took me in and got me to this great Rescue.  I whine a bit when she leaves. I Looooove my squeaky ball and will chew it for hours.  When I get to take it outside, I like to throw it up in the air, bury it in the snow, dig it back up and throw it in the air again – it’s one of my favorite games. I enjoy my daily walks and they help even out my energy.  I do well on a leash, but I’m a pretty strong guy.  I do best on a Gentle Leader or Halti.  I have met a number of new people and have not had any issues – I’ve not been introduced to kids yet while being at my Foster Home.  I get along with the 9 yoa Dane I’m living with and met a neighbor dog and that went well, too.  I like to watch Foster Mom make my meals.  If she is taking too long or gets distracted, I redirect her with a very low whine.  I like to go to bed with her, but am usually on my own dog bed by morning. So here is the bottom line:  I am looking for a home where people are home more than they are away – I need to make up for that time I didn’t have any peeps to take care of me.  I really think I would like to live with another dog to pal around with, especially if the peeps need to go out without me.  And if you could take me on lots of walks or hikes, that would just be Super! Please fill out an application and ask for me, Bruno!September 16, 2023, 12:15 am
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Bubas

Great Dane

Male, young
Lakewood, CO
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
For more information about this Dane, please visit our website at www.rmgreatdane.org. Adoption Applications can be found on the home page.Hi – they call me Bubas.  I spent 4 months in a shelter.  They named me Bubas. I checked out of the vet with a clean bill of health, but they recommended some meds for fear and anxiety.  You see, I was found wandering the streets, so I have a very mysterious background – my little secret.  But I can tell you this:  I am scared of a lot of things, especially men and strangers.  Strange Men are the Worst.    I have latched on to Foster Mom and will not leave her side – I don’t growl at Foster Dad anymore, so that’s a bit of progress. I enjoy playing with other dogs and my toys.  I’m good with middle aged to older kids, but the little ones have as much energy as I do and they make me a bit nervous.  Besides, I’m big enough to knock them down when I’m just trying to play with them. I am slowly learning manners and commands and getting better with time.  I’m learning to walk on a harness and leash – regular collars make me alligator roll to get out of them.  I am house trained and crate trained. Here is my idea of the perfect home:  Great Dane Experience, female only household, my people to be home more than not, lots of patience and love, another big dog to pal around with and whom I can learn from,  interest in helping me to learn how to bring out the Awesomeness that is inside of me, and some more love.  Please fill out an application and ask for me.September 16, 2023, 12:15 am
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Whitney

French Bulldog

Female,
Lakewood, CO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Please contact Constance (connibouchard@gmail.com) for more information about this pet.Rescued dogBiography Important Information Please read! If you are interested in me after reading about me, please visit my site, http://www.breederadoptions.org and follow the instructions. The majority of the dogs we rescue, mostly breeder dogs, have lived their entire lives in less-than-ideal conditions so will need to be socialized, house and leash trained. Most have never lived in a house, walked on a leash, had a treat or sat in a lap. For many of them, their feet have never touched the ground after living for years on wire until they arrive at our main facility where they are evaluated, groomed and given vet care. Most of these dogs are not socialized and need to be cornered to be picked up, so are not suitable for people with physical disabilities or suffer from PTSD. They need folks who will make them the center of their world and help them learn to trust before even attempting to train.  Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the dogs we rescue.  However, they will learn with time, love, patience and most of all, commitment. You must have an ample supply of all of these to reap the rewards of watching these very special dogs become your wonderful companion. We state any known health issues, all are altered unless there is a medical reason not to, which we will advise, any known medical issues addressed, are microchipped, are UTD on all vaccines and have been checked out by at least one veterinarian, usually two. We do not guarantee the health of any of our rescued dogs. The dogs we rescue have lived with other dogs all of their lives and most get along with other dogs. We state if they are dog aggressive. We require a permanent, full-time parent. That means you must be able to spend the majority of your time with your new companion to socialize and train. We do not, under any circumstances, place them in homes with young children as they have not been exposed to children and we do not know how they will react. Please do not waste your time or ours if you are not prepared to adopt within 2 weeks and you are not willing to pick the dog up at its location. Hi! My name is Whitney, and I am a sweet French bulldog girl who is 6 years old, and I weigh 28 pounds. I must have a family who is familiar with the needs of my breed. Children over 7 years old would be oaky with me too. I have a special adoption fee of $595. If you have been waiting for a sweet Frenchie, please ask for me on your application to http://www.breederadoptions.org. Love, Whitney 111922-29  September 27, 2023, 10:07 pm
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Toyota

Poodle (Miniature) Maltese

Male, adult
Lakewood, CO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Please contact Constance (connibouchard@gmail.com) for more information about this pet.Rescued dogIf you are interested in me after reading about me, please visit my site, http://www.breederadoptions.org and follow the instructions. The majority of the dogs we rescue, mostly breeder dogs, have lived their entire lives in less-than-ideal conditions so will need to be socialized, house and leash trained. Most have never lived in a house, walked on a leash, had a treat or sat in a lap. For many of them, their feet have never touched the ground after living for years on wire until they arrive at our main facility where they are evaluated, groomed and given vet care. Most of these dogs are not socialized and need to be cornered to be picked up, so are not suitable for people with physical disabilities or suffer from PTSD. They need folks who will make them the center of their world and help them learn to trust before even attempting to train.  Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the dogs we rescue.  However, they will learn with time, love, patience and most of all, commitment. You must have an ample supply of all of these to reap the rewards of watching these very special dogs become your wonderful companion. We state any known health issues, all are altered unless there is a medical reason not to, which we will advise, any known medical issues addressed, are microchipped, are UTD on all vaccines and have been checked out by at least one veterinarian, usually two. We do not guarantee the health of any of our rescued dogs. The dogs we rescue have lived with other dogs all of their lives and most get along with other dogs. We state if they are dog aggressive. We require a permanent, full-time parent. That means you must be able to spend the majority of your time with your new companion to socialize and train. We do not, under any circumstances, place them in homes with young children as they have not been exposed to children and we do not know how they will react. Please do not waste your time or ours if you are not prepared to adopt within 2 weeks and you are not willing to pick the dog up at its location. Hi! My name is Toyota, and I am a Maltipoo boy who was born 7/15/16, and I weigh 7 pounds. I have been shaved for hygiene, but my hair will grow back, and I will be beautiful. I need aa quiet home and I would love a sibling to play with and learn from. If you have been waiting for a beautiful Maltipoo, please ask for me on your application to http://www.breederadoptions.org. Love, Toyota 031823-34  September 27, 2023, 10:07 pm
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Camille

Bichon Frise Toy Poodle

Female, young
Lakewood, CO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Please contact Constance (connibouchard@gmail.com) for more information about this pet.Biography Important Information Please read! If you are interested in me after reading about me, please visit my site, http://www.breederadoptions.org and follow the instructions. The majority of the dogs we rescue, mostly breeder dogs, have lived their entire lives in less-than-ideal conditions so will need to be socialized, house and leash trained. Most have never lived in a house, walked on a leash, had a treat or sat in a lap. For many of them, their feet have never touched the ground after living for years on wire until they arrive at our main facility where they are evaluated, groomed and given vet care. Most of these dogs are not socialized and need to be cornered to be picked up, so are not suitable for people with physical disabilities or suffer from PTSD. They need folks who will make them the center of their world and help them learn to trust before even attempting to train.  Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the dogs we rescue.  However, they will learn with time, love, patience and most of all, commitment. You must have an ample supply of all of these to reap the rewards of watching these very special dogs become your wonderful companion. We state any known health issues, all are altered unless there is a medical reason not to, which we will advise, any known medical issues addressed, are microchipped, are UTD on all vaccines and have been checked out by at least one veterinarian, usually two. We do not guarantee the health of any of our rescued dogs. The dogs we rescue have lived with other dogs all of their lives and most get along with other dogs. We state if they are dog aggressive. We require a permanent, full-time parent. That means you must be able to spend the majority of your time with your new companion to socialize and train. We do not, under any circumstances, place them in homes with young children as they have not been exposed to children and we do not know how they will react. Please do not waste your time or ours if you are not prepared to adopt within 2 weeks and you are not willing to pick the dog up at its location. Hi! My name is Camille, and I am an adorable Bichonpoo who is 1 year old, and I weigh 8 pounds. I am very sweet and can’t wait for my furever home! A sibling to learn from and play with would be Ideal. If you have been waiting for a young, sweet Bichonpoo, please ask for me on your application to http://www.breederadoptions.org. Love, Camille 050223-09  September 27, 2023, 10:07 pm

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Second Chance Jack Animal Rescue

Golden, CO 80401

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Foothills Animal Shelter

580 McIntyre St., Golden, CO 80401

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Rocky Mountain Great Dane Rescue, Inc

PO Box 280368, Lakewood, CO 80228

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Thunder Puppy K9 Rehabilitation and Rehoming

P.O. Box 7480, Golden, CO 80403

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The Misha May Foundation

PO Box 151166, Lakewood, CO 80215

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BRAS - Denver, CO

Lakewood, CO 80033

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Nikeno's Second Chances

PO Box 1505, Whestridge, CO 80034

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Ratbone Rescues (CO chapter)

Denver, CO 80201

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Best Friends Forever Rescue

PO Box 1799, Arvada, CO 80001

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New Horizons Great Dane Rescue

PO Box 35, Arvada, CO 80001

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