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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 12 yrs 6 mos
LINCOLN, NE
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This gorgeous girl is aptly named Potato due to her spud-like physique. Potato is estimated to be around 12 years old and she came to us after her elderly owner was no longer able to take care of her. Potato came to us at a hefty 45 lbs and is now currently 35 lbs! She's looking for a family who will help her maintain her healthy lifestyle.  Potato is used to having someone home most of the day, so she would greatly benefit from an adopter who is retired or works from home. She loves her people greatly and experiences some separation anxiety when she is left alone. Potato is fostered with children and other dogs and does great. She's a chunky girl who loves her food and would benefit from being separated while feeding (so she doesn't try to fight for her fur siblings' food)!  Watch Potato in action here: https://youtube.com/shorts/gqFwlgUEKOYhttps://youtube.com/shorts/vEdWPdeYqKU House trained: Yes - expect an adjustment period, but she's doing great! Leash trained: Yes. She loves going on walks! She'll get excited if we pass other dogs and try to go towards them. But she really doesn't move to fast and she's easy to control.Kennel trained: No - she does not like her kennel, but she's not destructive.Rides well in a car: Yep, she's happy to go on car rides.Good with other dogs: Yes - she can be a bit of a bully to small dogs but does well with medium/large dogs Good with cats: Not fostered with cats, but we think she'd do fine.Good with young children (under 10): Yes, she's fostered with kids under 5 Shy or confident: Confident. She's not shy with visitors and will approach them for attention.Barks: Yes, if "her person" has left. If "her person" is with her, she's as quiet as a mouseApartment qualified: No due to separation anxiety barking Special needs or health concerns: Potato recently had a dental cleaning and senior bloodwork. Everything looks age-appropriate! She might have some diminished hearing but it doesn't impact her day-to-day. We believe Potato is a small/medium-sized mix and is around 12 years old. She is fostered in a private home in Lincoln. The adoption fee is $200 which helps cover the cost of vetting procedures. Adoptable pets will have received age-appropriate vaccines and dewormings, a microchip, heartworm test (if applicable) and a spay/neuter. If you’re interested in adopting this puppy/dog, please submit an inquiry or email BraveAnimalRescue@gmail.com to ask about our adoption process (please check your spam or junk email if you do not hear back from us within a few business days). We are 100% volunteer staffed and will respond to your email as soon as possible. After you have submitted an and been approved, we will set up a meet and greet between you and the puppy/dog. Please be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram to learn more about Brave Animal Rescue and our mission.  ##2498024##
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CUPCAKE

Shih Tzu

Female, 4 yrs 4 mos
Lincoln, NE
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Cupcake is as sweet as her name, with a spunky spirit and a heart full of love just waiting to share. Though she is mostly blind (seeing figures in bright light, but limited), she doesn’t let that slow her down one bit. True to her Shih Tzu nature, she is a big dog in a little body, full of bravery and a strong desire to explore her world. Cupcake does well with calm, respectful dogs and is happy to meet visiting children, though a home without full-time kids would be the best fit for her. A securely fenced yard is a must to help her safely satisfy her adventurous side. With her fearless attitude and endless affection, Cupcake is ready to find a family who will cheer her on every step of the way. ✅ Does not wish to live full-time with children ✅ Special needs: blind -- fence required Cupcake is a female ShihTzu who was was born approximately 4-17-21 and weighs 13 lbs. She is spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, given flea/tick preventative, dewormed, tested heartworm negative and started on heartworm prevention. She was seen by a veterinary ophthalmologist where it was determined that she has a premature cataract on the left but is not a candidate for surgical repair due to the structure of her eye. She previously had her right eye removed due to an injury. Adoption fee is $450 to help offset the many expenses we have for vetting costs. We rely strictly on adoption fees and donations to continue to save the lives of orphaned & abandoned pets; 100% goes towards their care. ***If you are serious about adopting, you must first complete and submit an application on our website. Our Adoption Team will respond via email from DollysLegacyAdoptions@gmail.com once you have completed an application. If a pet is still listed, it is not yet adopted as we update daily. All information regarding adoption policies are on our website***
We'll also keep you updated on ROSIE's adoption status with email updates.
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ROSIE

Foxhound Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, Adult
Lincoln, NE
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
Rosie is the perfect mix of love, loyalty, and spunk, with a big personality that shines through in everything she does. She’s expressive and affectionate—nudging for attention, curling up beside you on the couch, or even squeezing between your legs for a stand-up snuggle-hug—and she’ll “talk” like Scooby-Doo when she has something on her mind. Smart and eager to please, Rosie learned “sit” right away and is very trainable with food or affection. She’s completely housetrained, can hold her bladder all day, and does well left loose in the home. Rosie enjoys walks and dog-park play, but she likes to be in charge and can resource guard food, water, or toys, so she’ll thrive with an experienced owner who can set clear boundaries. She’ll do best in a cat-free home and with children over 10, since she’s protective of her family and can get mouthy when she plays. Rosie is also a vocal girl—she’ll bark to alert you of visitors and keen for a few minutes when left alone—so she needs a home where her voice won’t be a problem, though her big bark makes her a reassuring walking companion. She is finishing up heartworm treatment and will soon be ready to shower her forever family with devotion, fun, and the warm, wiggly love she brings to everyone she meets. ✅ Loves to play & be active ✅ National Canine Karaoke Champion - no apartments ✅ Fenced yard preferred for ample romp time Rosie was found as a starving young mother dog with four puppies that she was desperately trying to care for. She was brought into rescue along with her beautiful babies who have all been adopted. Now it's mama's turn for her happy ever after! Rosie is a Foxhound who was was born approximately 6-01-23 and weighs 75 lbs. She is spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, given flea/tick preventative, dewormed. Rosie has completed heartworm treatment and must remain on monthly heartworm preventative (as all dogs should) and needs an adopter who will commit to being ontop of that for her. Adoption fee is $400 to help offset the many expenses we have for vetting costs. We rely strictly on adoption fees and donations to continue to save the lives of orphaned & abandoned pets; 100% goes towards their care. ***If you are serious about adopting, you must first complete and submit an application on our website. Our Adoption Team will respond via email from DollysLegacyAdoptions@gmail.com once you have completed an application. If a pet is still listed, it is not yet adopted as we update daily. All information regarding adoption policies are on our website***
We'll also keep you updated on FOGGY's adoption status with email updates.
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FOGGY

Labrador Retriever Husky

Male, Young
Lincoln, NE
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
Hello future family, my name is Foggy! I love the wonderment of the world and always have a smile on my face. I leash walk really well but a backyard would be great for me! I'm the ultimate wingman. I will hit the trails, go to a body of water (which I love to be in), or ride shotgun with the windows down. I'm an adventure-ready, tail-wagging, legend kind of dog who will happily be beside you. I will chill on the couch with you, I will keep watch over you, I just want to be with you! I love the other dogs in my foster home, we do a lot of playing. I am very unsure about those cat creatures, I think I mostly want to chase them. I love to be active and romp and play. Since I'm part Husky, I do use my voice, especially when I want something or someone's not playing with me, so apartment life might not be good for me. I've been totally potty trained in my foster home and I will let you know when I need to go out. I spend the day in my kennel, but when I'm home with a human I have free range of the house. I love squeaky toys and bones to chew on. I have a great personality. I have a long tail that I wag ALOT, I'm a happy boy. I have no special medical needs. I'm easy going, an experienced owner not needed, as long as they will continue to teach me the ropes and take me on lots of fun adventures. I been waiting a LONG time for my forever family....will you be mine? Foggy is a Retriever/Husky mix (our best guess of breeds) who was was born approximately 7-24-24 and weighs 67 lbs. He is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, given flea/tick preventative, dewormed, tested heartworm negative and started on heartworm prevention. Adoption fee is $350 to help offset the many expenses we have for vetting costs. We rely strictly on adoption fees and donations to continue to save the lives of orphaned & abandoned pets; 100% goes towards their care. ***If you are serious about adopting, you must first complete and submit an application on our website. Our Adoption Team will respond via email from DollysLegacyAdoptions@gmail.com once you have completed an application. If a pet is still listed, it is not yet adopted as we update daily. All information regarding adoption policies are on our website***
We'll also keep you updated on MISCHA's adoption status with email updates.
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MISCHA

Black Mouth Cur Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Lincoln, NE
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
Meet Mischa, a sweet and low-maintenance pocket pitty. She was the devoted mama of two pups who have been adopted, and is now ready to enjoy a life all her own. Mischa has a happy-go-lucky, gentle nature and gets along beautifully with every human and dog she meets. Whether she’s relaxing at your feet or making new friends, Mischa’s affectionate personality and quiet charm make her an ideal companion. Micha will need a fenced yard, preferably a quiet neighborhood without a lot of traffic noise (it scares her), and another dog in the home as a companion to help build her confidence. Mischa was sadly bounced from place to place through absolutey no fault of her own and it crushed her spirit. She needs someone dedicated to healing her soul and watching her blossom back into the beautiful spirit she once had. She’s ready to curl up for fall snuggles, and is dreaming of a forever family to call her own. ✅ Fenced yard required, she is timid on a leash with traffic ✅ Needs another dog in the home as a companion Mischa was found as a desperate & scared adolescent puppy who was about to become a new mom. Just days after being rescued, she gave birth to two beautiful pups, Sergei & Katya. Both her pups have been adopted. Mischa is a Black Mouth Cur/Pit Bull Terrier mix who was was born approximately 1-17-24 and weighs 55 lbs. She is spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, given flea/tick preventative, dewormed, tested heartworm negative and started on heartworm prevention. Adoption fee is $350 to help offset the many expenses we have for vetting costs. We rely strictly on adoption fees and donations to continue to save the lives of orphaned & abandoned pets; 100% goes towards their care.  ***If you are serious about adopting, you must first complete and submit an application on our website atwww.DollysLegacyAnimalRescue.org . Our Adoption Team will respond via email from DollysLegacyAdoptions@gmail.com once you have completed an application. If a pet is still listed, it is not yet adopted as we update daily. All information regarding adoption policies are on our website***
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PEACHES

Maltipoo

Female, Adult
Lincoln, NE
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Peaches — Tiny • Timid • Hoping to Trust Peaches is a delicate little lamb of a dog who wants nothing more than to feel safe, included, and loved. She came from a past where people weren’t kind, and now big changes still scare her. She must always see what’s happening around her and prefers having her back tucked against something so no one can surprise her or sitting on a lap with. With patience, she will quietly approach for gentle affection and melt into you like she has been waiting her whole life for that moment. Peaches needs a calm, adult-only home with someone who understands fearful dogs and will celebrate each tiny step forward. She is mostly housebroken, has a soft, long tail that wags gently when she’s feeling brave, and would enjoy a secure fenced yard for stress-free exploring. Peaches is small, sweet, and incredibly resilient — she just needs the right person to help her heart bloom. ✅ Three Important Things to Know • Needs a quiet, trauma-aware home with no kids • Must have a secure fenced yard and time to learn routine • Wants love desperately — but on her own timeline Peaches is a female Maltipoo who was was born approximately 6-6-23 and weighs 6 lbs. She is spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, given flea/tick preventative, dewormed, tested heartworm negative. Adoption fee is $550 to help offset the many expenses we have for vetting costs. We rely strictly on adoption fees and donations to continue to save the lives of orphaned & abandoned pets; 100% goes towards their care. ***If you are serious about adopting, you must first complete and submit an application on our website. Our Adoption Team will respond via email from DollysLegacyAdoptions@gmail.com once you have completed an application. If a pet is still listed, it is not yet adopted as we update daily. All information regarding adoption policies are on our website***

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Revolution Rescue

Lincoln, NE 68512

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Brave Animal Rescue

LINCOLN, NE 68502

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Dolly's Legacy Animal Rescue

P.O. Box 23122, Lincoln, NE 68542

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Capital Humane Society

6500 S 70th St, Lincoln, NE 68516

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Big Red Rescue of the Heartland

2840 South 70th Street Suite # 7-288, Lincoln, NE 68506

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MidAmerica Rottweiler Rescue

PO Box 6221, Lincoln, NE 68506

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Max Raven Animal Rescue

4516 Sherman Street, Lincoln, NE 68506

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Coalition for Pet Protection

Lincoln, NE 68506

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Nebraska No Kill Canine Rescue

Lincoln, NE 68506

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