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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Elmwood Park, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello everyone!! Meet Bruno! This is a special little dude. Bruno's story is a sad one, but you can complete his story and make it wonderful! Bruno was found by a kind soul in a small town in Georgia. He was originally noticed in a small dog crate sitting in someone's back yard. The crate had no roof or cover and he was found in the middle of winter. There was also no floor mat or walls in the crate so he was on the bare ground and exposed to any wind/rain :( The kind soul kept her eye on him and feeling heart broken for him, she decided to sneak into the back yard to see what she could do for the dog. She found that Bruno had no water or food bowl in the crate with him. It had been raining at that time, so it's assumed he was drinking rainwater. She began sneaking into the backyard daily to feed him and give water. She reports that he was basically skin and bones and scared to death. It was a horrible situation. After some time passed and the temperatures kept getting colder and colder, she worked up the nerve to confront the home owner. Turns out, Bruno was originally purchased as an emotional support animal but over time, he was forgotten. She asked the owner to surrender Bruno to her and that's where his happy ending began! He was brought under the fold of Deep South Canine Rescue to a foster home and received a warm kennel with plenty of hay for bedding, plenty of tasty food and treats, toys and clean water each day! No more cold winter nights. No more rain pouring over him. NO more neglect! He was taken to the vet where he was found to be positive for heart worms BUT HAS BEEN TREATED FOR HEARTWORMS ALREADY while at his foster home. BRUNO WILL NEED AN EXPERIENCED ADOPTER WHO UNDERSTANDS HIS BACKGROUND AND HAS PATIENCE. IT IS ALSO RECOMMENDED THAT HE BE PLACED IN A HOME WITH NO SMALL CHILDREN AND PREFERRABLY LIVE IN A SINGLE DOG HOME. This guy is probably one of the smartest dogs we've ever seen! He is SOOOO sweet once he trusts you. With his history, he doesn't trust people easily (can you blame him?) .... but once he does....WOW! JUST WOW! He is the most loving and caring dog. He CRAVES human affection and LOVES to please his "person". However, he is food aggressive. It is recommended that Bruno be allowed to eat by himself. With his history, it's easy to understand why he may be food aggressive but with adequate time and training, this can be corrected. At the foster home, he has never shown aggression towards, bitten or attacked humans at all, but he has curled his lip at other dogs around food. Bruno was evaluated by a highly renowned dog trainer in Georgia and he passed with FLYING COLORS on behavioral issues, activity with other dogs (not around food) and farm animals. He has not been evaluated around cats. At the evaluation, Bruno was very nervous because it was a new area with new people but once he began getting comfortable, he was playing and flirting with the other dogs. It just takes a little more time than usual with Bruno. Once you crack his shell, he is so wonderful and loves like no other. The evaluator recommended no small children only because of his history and to be on the safe side. He is working on his simple commands- sit, stay, heel, down, no, "leave it", etc. He has mastered sit, heel, down and no and is pretty good so far with stay and "leave it". He is also leash trained. This dog is so smart, we just can't let him stop now. With time, attention and adequate training- this is THE DOG you want on your side. Please contact Deep South Canine Rescue for more information and enjoy the attached video!! Thank you!!! Bruno can't wait to meet his new "forever" best friend!!
We'll also keep you updated on Roxie Maya's adoption status with email updates.
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Roxie Maya

Pit Bull Terrier Bulldog

Female, 1 yr 8 mos
Elmwood Park, NJ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi there!! My name is Roxie Maya and I'm 9 months old (as of December 2023)!!! I am available for adoption through Deep South Canine Rescue!! I'm currently house trained, crate trained AND leash trained!!! I've tried my best to be a super good doggo! I would love to have a family to share all of my love with!! I especially love snuggles, games, toys and of course, wet kisses!! Please consider me for adoption! I'd love to fill that missing void (I promise, I'll OVER FILL it!) Thank you and I can't wait to meet you!! Just contact these super cool people at Deep South Canine Rescue for more information about me! They said they'd love to hear from you!
We'll also keep you updated on Dottie's adoption status with email updates.
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Dottie

St. Bernard Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 3 yrs 8 mos
Elmwood Park, NJ
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
Dottie is a sweet St. Bernard mix weighing in around 50 pounds. She is approximately 2-3 years old. Dot Dot as her foster folks affectionately call her was found the first week in October of 2023 along with her 4 pups. She was in sad shape, and it has taken 6 months to get her healthy. She is fully vaccinated to include bordetella, been treated for heart-worms, started on monthly heart-worm preventative, and has been spayed. She is playful, yet also calm. She is good with other dogs. She currently lives with 3 other female dogs. She is house trained and crate trained and has NEVER had an accident in the house. Dot knows the commands “sit”, “kennel” to get in her crate, “stay back” to not rush the door, and “down” when she gets excited and I want her to be calm. Dot comes when called. She enjoys riding in cars and on ATVs. She has never offered to chew on anything that’s not a dog toy. Dot loves the outside and spends most of her time on my front porch. Dot’s only con is that she loves to chase cats, but all 6 of our cats are still alive 6 months later…she just chases them and I haven’t been able to break that habit. She walks well on a leash with a regular collar, but I do use a “pinch collar” when I think we may encounter cats or other wildlife. She doesn’t love a bath, but she gets in the shower to be bathed without much fuss. I believe Dottie was likely just left to her own devices in a pen or on a chain before we found her abandoned on a rural dirt road. So she has had to learn to be a pet, but I think she is really enjoying the process. I would not call her food aggressive, but maybe food possessive…which I believe is a holdover from her not getting regular meals. I feed all the dogs in their own spaces to avoid confrontations and to make sure they all get what they need. Problem solved. She has come a long way and will make someone a loving and loyal pet. However, Dottie is currently being fostered in Georgia. She would love to make her way up north to a forever family.
We'll also keep you updated on Lita's adoption status with email updates.
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Lita

Rottweiler Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos
Elmwood Park, NJ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Lita! She is a very special girl..... She has a great capacity for love. She is crate and leash trained. She was found in Georgia out by the Macon state prison by one of the guards. They took care of her and her son for a time. They were later surrender to us to further her training and help them find permanent homes. Her son has found his forever home, and now it is miss Litas turn. Although she resides in Georgia she would be happy to make the trip up north for her very own furever home. she would love some bigger kids to play with or maybe a big back yard to run in.
We'll also keep you updated on Dave's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Dave

Labrador Retriever American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Elmwood Park, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Dave!!!!!! Dave was found with his buddy Guns at the local Dollar General, in a small town in Georgia. They are part of a bonded pair, and although we could separate them, we would love to keep this goofy duo together. Dave is the outgoing, goofy and fun type of guy. He loves to play fetch, play, run, and get lots of belly rubs from his human. Guns is the shy and reserved type, he can and will open up to you after you have earned his trust. They both have a lot of love to give. Dave and Guns are leash and crate trained. Although they reside in Georgia, they would love to make the trip up north for there furever home. please submit an application if you are interested in Dave and Guns. Thank you for considering adoption.
We'll also keep you updated on Guns's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Guns

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Elmwood Park, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Guns!!!!!! Guns was found with his buddy Dave at the local Dollar General, in a small town in Georgia. They are part of a bonded pair, and although we could separate them, we would love to keep this goofy duo together. Dave is the outgoing, goofy and fun type of guy. He loves to play fetch, play, run, and get lots of belly rubs from his human. Guns is the shy and reserved type, he can and will open up to you after you have earned his trust. They both have a lot of love to give. Dave and Guns are leash and crate trained. Although they reside in Georgia, they would love to make the trip up north for there furever home. please submit an application if you are interested in Dave and Guns. Thank you for considering adoption.

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Rescue Riders Cooperative NY/NJ

Paterson, NJ 07505

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Save A Kitty Rescue -NY/NJ/CT area transport

Patterson, NY 07505

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A Pathway to Hope

North Haledon, NJ 07508

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A3M3, Inc dba CSE (Certified Safe Environments)

10 Robert Street, Paterson, NJ 07503

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Tysons Corner Animal Rescue

22 Maplewood Ave, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407

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Deep South Canine Rescue North East

Elmwood Park, NJ 07407

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Friends of the Shelter

PO Box 4923, Dogpound Road, Clifton, NJ 07015

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Four Paws Animal Welfare Society

P. O. Box 801, Glen Rock, NJ 07452

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Husky Education And Rescue Team - NJ

Glen Rock, NJ 07452

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Pawsitively Furever Dog Rescue

Saddle Brook, NJ 07663

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