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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Saint Francis, Minnesota. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Remi's adoption status with email updates.
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Remi

Australian Shepherd German Shepherd Dog

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos
Cedar, MN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Remi adores life, people, kids, dogs! He loves a good loving massage and attention! He is calm in the house and playful outside! The new family should appreciate how smart he is and what he is capable of! He has a pretty blue eye and loves to look at you! This breed needs a job to be happy! His favorite toy is a stuffed pheasant! He loves to please and bonds well with his people 😊
We'll also keep you updated on Sundance's adoption status with email updates.
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Sundance

Retriever (Unknown Type)

Male, Adult
Ramsey, MN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Sundance Sundance is an active, loving dog who will be 7 years old on February 12. I adopted him when he was 2, and he has been a loyal companion ever since. He is a great match for someone who enjoys running or staying active, he keeps up well, stays focused, and absolutely lives for playing frisbee, his favorite way to run fast and burn energy. Sundance also loves walks, car rides, pup cups, and his buddy Biscuits. Recent changes in my schedule have made it clear that Sundance needs a home with more consistency and daily companionship than I can currently provide. Please note he is on Prozac. He has some quirky eating habits but does well with a routine and currently eats biscuits in the morning and a full meal at night. Sundance would thrive with a patient, active person or family who can give him the time, structure, and love he deserves.
We'll also keep you updated on RAINEY-THE SUPERMUTT™'s adoption status with email updates.
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RAINEY-THE SUPERMUTT™

Mixed Breed (Large) American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Elk River, MN
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
HI From Picket Fence Poodle Rescue! Yep! Rainey is NOT a Poodle. As you can see, she is a: Supermutt™ This is the information that we just received from Rainey’s “Embark DNA Test“: We analyzed Rainey’s breed ancestry by comparing her DNA to our reference database of 400+ dog breeds, types, and varieties. Her DNA shows that she belongs to this special category reserved for dogs with unique ancestries. Because Rainey descends from other mixed-breed dogs, some of her DNA comes from breeds in her distant past. Over time, that amount of DNA may become too small for us to attribute to any one breed. We classify this DNA as “Supermutt” (though we can tell you some of the breeds that are likely part of that “Supermutt” percentage). We believe that this is the most scientific and transparent way to report the complexity of this ancestry. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * “RAINEY” and her 2 sisters were born on March 3, 2019, at the Tri County Humane Society. Sort of a sad way to start her life, but at 6 weeks old, Rainey was quickly adopted by a wonderful and loving family who deeply loved and cared for her until…… Rainey is a very easy going, gentle, sociable, very smart, loving and a quiet BIG girl. But WILL BARK when someone comes to the door. AKA: Our Security System! Since Rainey has been with us, we found that she just LOVES to be with men, women, and older children. Rainey has always been a house dog, so if we are gone, she has free access to our entire home (housetrained). She then feels the living room couch and our bed is hers to sleep. At night she wants to be near us, so she sleeps on the floor next to our bed. Rainey considers herself a member of our family and NOT a dog. Did I tell you that this is a smart girl? Rainey is just fine with (but mostly ignores) all our gentle and easy-going Poodles. She has been an only dog with cats around her all her life. Yet while on our walks and at various events, she is OK with meeting other older, gentle, and easy-going dogs. Rainey greatly enjoyed going to softball games, meeting people at the Anoka Car Show, attending our recent neighborhood National Night Out, going to the beach, riding in a car, having her coat brushed and loves her food and treats! She will “come” when called, will “sit” upon command and listen to whatever you have to tell her. When Rainey first came to us, she was obesely overweight at 120 pounds. With instructions from our Vet, we have reduced her quality food intake and increased her daily walk to 2 miles a day, which she just LOVES to do. Just grab her leash (or say the w-a-l-k word) and she’s ready to go. She now weights a healthy 115 pounds) which my Vet feels is all muscle. Hmmmm…. Rainey was surrendered to us by a family who we know. Sadly, their special needs child was physically abusing and attacking Rainey even though Rainey did nothing wrong. Finally, it was tearfully decided that for Rainey’s safety, she needed to go to a new home. Rainey has been checked by our Vet and found healthy with no physical or emotional problems. She is spayed, has been recently Heartworm, Lymes and Ehrlichia tested negative, Home Again microchipped and registered. All her vaccinations and worming are up to date. *You must be physically able to handle a 120 pound dog. *Preference will be given to a family with large dog experience. *Rainey has always been an only dog. She is OK with other dogs, but prefers that they go away. BUT PLEASE: *NO young children. *NO cement trucks. (long story there) *Like most rescue groups, we do not adopt our Poodles to homes more than 1 day’s drive (round trip) from our location here in central Minnesota. If you feel Rainey would fit into your family or know of a family who would like to adopt her, the adoption fee will be $200.00 which includes the Minnesota sales tax, her leash and collar, a large bag of quality dog food, a new bag of Dasuquin MSM joint supplement (great for ALL large dogs), her dog food dish, a dog food bin, a large dog pillow, a dog comb and some toys. For LOTS MORE CUTE pictures, information about Rainey's DNA test and our required “Adoption Application”, please visit our website: https://picketspoodles.com/
We'll also keep you updated on TUCKER's adoption status with email updates.
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TUCKER

Poodle (Standard)

Male, Senior
Elk River, MN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
“TUCKER” is a beautiful creamy white AKC Standard Poodle who was born June 23, 2015. He weighs a healthy 71 pounds and measures 25 inches from the floor to his withers. This pretty boy was one of many Poodles who came to us in April of 2024 from a Minnesota breeder who was retiring. She wanted the best homes for her Poodles as they enter their “retirement” years. Tucker was adopted but sadly has been returned to us as his new family had a life-changing event and could no longer keep Tucker. When Tucker first came to us from the breeder, he quickly learned all about being a family dog. He followed us around our home while being a part of our family, knew how to come when called, sat upon command and was always ready for hugs and attention. We had taken him to various public events, including several softball games that our grandchildren were playing in. While there, he had a good time enjoying the noise, commotion, and people all around him. He also received and enjoyed a lot of love, attention and hugs from many of the children at the games. Tucker is still a quiet, soft, gentle, easy-going big boy, a real cream puff. Going for his daily 2-mile walk with Mike and listens to the birds sing, watching the squirrels running around and meeting people, is on the TOP of his list of fun things he loves to do. I would also like to stress that he is a very smart boy and has quickly figured out what to do and when. Example, rattle the Cheerios bag and he knows it’s time for breakfast as Mike sneaks Tucker a few Cheerios from the bag. Did I tell you that he is such a very smart and a very good boy?! While Tucker has been around other dogs all his life, he completely ignores small dogs.  But he really wants to be with other easy-going large dogs, like our Standard Poodle, Lola. He continues to love greeting people who come to visit, is completely housetrained and has full access to our entire home all day, at night and when we are gone.  Such a good boy! *A SECURLY FENCED YARD will be recommended as he has been a kennel dog and used to a fenced yard. *Tucker has always been with other large, easy going dogs.  He has requested that happen in his new  home. *You must be physically able to handle a large Standard Poodle. *Preference will be given to a quiet family with past Standard Poodle experience. BUT PLEASE: *NO puppies or cats. *NO aggressive or assertive dogs (they scare him and me). *NO young children. *Like most all rescue groups, we do NOT adopt our Poodles to homes more than 1 day’s drive (round trip) from our location here in central Minnesota. He has been neutered and at his dental appointments, he had many of his rotting teeth removed. He is now eating a hard kibble, so there is no need for soften or canned dog food. Tucker is such an amazing loving, smart and good boy that we want the best for him. Everyone loves him, including the staff at our Vet’s office as they all wanted to take him home! He has been Vet checked healthy, is up to date on vaccinations, worming, heartworm/lymes/Ehrlich/ Anaplasmosis (4DX) tested negative, placed on a heartworm preventative, and Home Again microchipped. Tucker’s adoption fee is $300.00 which includes $22.00 for our 7.875% Minnesota state sales tax and helps pay for just some of his vet work. Also included is his leash, collar, a bag of quality dog food, a 10-gallon dog food container, treats, a cute toy box, along with a new blanket, a large, soft dog bed and lots of good information to help your Poodle adoption move forward on the right paw! Again, Tucker is a very nice Standard Poodle boy who wants and truly deserves a loving “forever more” home for his “retirement”. For more pictures and information along with our “Adoption Application”, please visit our website: https://picketspoodles.com/
We'll also keep you updated on Lobu's adoption status with email updates.
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Lobu

Maltese Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 3 yrs 1 mo
Andover, MN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Lobu! Lobu is a sweet, silly girl who came to us from a local shelter partner along with her eight adorable puppies. She has been an absolutely amazing mama and is just about finished raising her babies. Now it’s finally her turn to be spoiled and loved! Lobu would thrive in a home where she can cuddle on the couch, go for relaxing walks, and be treated like the princess she is. She’s both crate trained and potty trained, and she’ll politely let you know she needs to go outside with a couple of quick barks. She loves playtime—especially squeaky toys and good chew toys. They’re her favorites so far! She’s a wonderful size for just about any living situation, whether that’s an apartment or a house. While a fenced yard isn’t required, she would certainly enjoy having one. Because she’s been such a devoted mama, Lobu may need a little patience as she adjusts to being away from her puppies. She doesn’t love being separated from them, but everyone is ready to find their own forever families. With time, reassurance, and love, she will blossom. Lobu seems most comfortable with women but has done just fine with her foster dad. She hasn’t yet been around children, so that is still unknown. If you’re looking for a loyal, loving companion who deserves to be cherished after raising her babies so beautifully, Lobu might be your perfect match. Age and breed are based on veterinarian and intake professional’s recommendation and not guaranteed as a rescue animal’s history is often unknown. All companion animals adopted by The Rescue Crew are spayed/neutered, up-to-date on age appropriate vaccinations, tested for FIV/FeLK (cats) or heartworm (dogs), microchipped, dewormed and provided with monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives prior to adoption.   The Rescue Crew is a foster based rescue organization, meaning all of our adoptable pets are located in homes throughout Minnesota. We do not have a physical location where you can stop by to visit the animals - we require the completion of an Adoption Request Form prior to meeting any of our adoptable pets in foster care. For the most complete information regarding this animal, and all of our adoptable pets, please ensure you are visiting our website directly at www.RescueCrew.org. You can also access the necessary online forms here as well.  ##2654322##
We'll also keep you updated on Aaron's adoption status with email updates.
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Aaron

Chihuahua Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 3 mos
Andover, MN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Expected to stay small (around 10–18 lbs), Aaron is a playful little scruffy pup with a curious spirit and a heart full of love. Aaron is one of five adorable siblings rescued from the streets of Mexico and now thriving in foster care while they wait for their forever homes. Safe, healthy, and full of puppy joy, Aaron is discovering just how wonderful life can be when there are toys to chase, people to love, and cozy spots for naps. Aaron has an adorable scruffy terrier-style coat and a playful personality to match. He’s curious about everything around him and loves exploring his world alongside his siblings and foster family. Like most puppies his age, his days are filled with playtime, cuddles, learning new things, and plenty of well-earned naps. His foster family describes him as: Playful and full of puppy energy Curious and eager to explore Affectionate and people-oriented Always ready for a cuddle after playtime Aaron and his siblings are still young and learning about the world, so their future families should be ready for the fun (and occasional chaos!) that comes with raising a puppy. He’s currently working on important skills like potty training, manners, and routine, and will thrive with a family that can provide patience, consistency, and lots of love as he continues to grow. We expect Aaron to grow into a small dog, likely around 10–18 pounds when fully grown, making him a wonderful companion for many types of homes. If you're looking for a small dog with a playful spirit, an adorable scruffy face, and a lifetime of love to give, Aaron might be the perfect match for you. Age and breed are based on veterinarian and intake professional’s recommendation and not guaranteed as a rescue animal’s history is often unknown. All companion animals adopted by The Rescue Crew are spayed/neutered, up-to-date on age appropriate vaccinations, tested for FIV/FeLK (cats) or heartworm (dogs), microchipped, dewormed and provided with monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives prior to adoption.   The Rescue Crew is a foster based rescue organization, meaning all of our adoptable pets are located in homes throughout Minnesota. We do not have a physical location where you can stop by to visit the animals - we require the completion of an Adoption Request Form prior to meeting any of our adoptable pets in foster care. For the most complete information regarding this animal, and all of our adoptable pets, please ensure you are visiting our website directly at www.RescueCrew.org. You can also access the necessary online forms here as well.  ##2665331##

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Borders Without Boundaries Rescue

21401 E. Birchwood Circle NE, Cedar, MN 55011

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Take the Lead Animal Rescue

Cedar, MN 55011

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Minnesota Mixed-Breed Rescue

Anoka, MN 55303

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PICKET FENCE POODLE RESCUE

Elk River, MN 55330

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Northwoods Animal Rehabilitation Sanctuary & Adoption Center "NARS"

Andover, MN 55304

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The Rescue Crew

14033 Round Lake Blvd NW, Andover, MN 55304

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Fur-Ever Home Rescue

Zimmerman, MN 55398

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Midwest Pug Rescue - Minnesota Division

Cambridge, MN 55008

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Angel of Hope Animal Rescue

13601 Balsam Lane North, Dayton, MN 55327

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Paddywack Pooches - A Mary T. Inc. Enliven the Spirit Program (formerly MTI-CARES)

1555 118th Lane NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55448

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