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Cami

Schipperke Jindo

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos
Plainfield, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
** Current Location: in a private shelter in South Korea ** Meet Cami: Your Future Best Friend! Name: Cami Gender: Male Age: Approximately 1 year Weight: 15 kg Neutered/Spayed: Yes Vaccinations: Up-to-date on rabies and core vaccinations Health Issues: Cami had some minor injuries upon rescue, including a few small tears on his body and ear, likely from wild animals. These have fully healed. Heartworm and Babesia tests came back negative. Story: Cami was found sleeping in the lobby of an apartment building. Friendly and affectionate, he followed people around and tried to enter homes, leading to a complaint with the management. Despite attempts to find his owner via chip scanning and local advertising, no one came forward. Cami seemed to have been a house dog who either lost his way or was abandoned. After a brief stay in a local elderly woman's yard, he is now in a training center and at our home, where he has been transitioning well. Compatibility with Other Pets: Cats: No interactions yet, so unsure how he will respond. Dogs: Currently living with about 10 other dogs at the training center and gets along well with them. He shows a preference for human interaction over playing with other dogs. Good With Children: Yes, he was friendly with children when found. Has not had recent interactions with kids. Grooming Needs: Moderate shedding (5/10). Walking Manners: Excellent. Cami is well-behaved on walks and follows commands well. Diet and Allergies: Currently eating Royal Canin food and enjoys chicken-based treats. No known allergies or picky eating habits observed. House Training: Outdoors for bathroom needs. Separation Anxiety: None observed, but further observation might be needed. Barking: Quiet indoors but will make some noise when excited or at dog-friendly places. Likes and Dislikes: Likes: Loves people and enjoys spending time indoors with them. Dislikes: Not fond of having his food or toys taken away, will growl if this happens. Personality in Three Words: Affectionate, Energetic, Intelligent Cami is ready to find his forever home where he can shower his new family with love and affection. If you're looking for a sweet, lively companion, Cami might just be the perfect match for you! For more information or to meet Cami, please contact us at 3ft rescue.
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Jinyea (HDS)

German Shepherd Dog Jindo

Female, 3 yrs 3 mos
Plainfield, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
❗Current Location: in a foster home in South Korea❗ • Rescue Story : Meet Jinyea👋 This laid-back sweetheart was found wandering alone on a street in South Korea when she was just three months old. Sadly, she ended up in a high-risk shelter and on the euthanasia list. Thankfully, the rescue team stepped in just in time, giving her a second chance at life. After spending over two years in a private shelter, Jinyea moved into her loving foster home in December 2024. Now, she’s ready to find her forever family! • Personality: Affectionate, Adaptable, Calm Jinyea is a total lovebug—gentle and sweet with everyone she meets. While she might need a little extra time to warm up to men, all she really wants are some good pets! She’s also one of the most easygoing pups you’ll meet, with a mid-to-low energy level. At home, she’s happiest resting and taking it easy. Her resilient nature means she adjusts quickly to new environments, so she’ll likely settle into her forever home without a hitch. • Affinity with -Cats: She's curious about cats when she sees them on walks. -Dogs: Well-mannered and submissive around other dogs. She gets along well with the resident dog in her foster home. -Adults/Kids: Good with adults. For men, she might need a little extra time to warm up. / Not much interested in kids during walks • Housetrained: She's fully housebroken and does her business both indoors (pee pads) and outdoors. • Walking Manner: This girl is a dream on a leash—she walks gently and matches your pace. • Shedding: 5-7 • Food Allergies: No • Car Rides: Good • Barker or Quiet: She's very quiet most of the time except when she hears suspicious sounds outside the door. • Separation Anxiety: She howls for a few minutes right after her most intimate person goes outside and rests calmly. This gets better as she learns the family routine. • Bathing/Brushing: She's a champ when it comes to baths and brushing! • Likes & Dislikes: She likes to play with a ball! She adores snuggling up with cozy blankets and cushions. / Not a fan of being left alone!
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Mallow

Golden Retriever Jindo

Male, 3 yrs 3 mos
Plainfield, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Mallow :) Mallow is a mixed breed, likely a blend of Retriever and Jindo. He currently weighs about 51 lbs. He entered a city shelter when he was around two years old. It's believed he was abandoned because he was highly excitable and barked a lot at the time. I rescued him just one day before his scheduled euthanasia. At that time, he was heartworm positive. Fortunately, he has now completed his treatment and been fully cured! After more than six months of consistent training, Mallow has transformed into a gentle and wonderful dog. He has great leash manners and absolutely adores people, showering them with affection. Mallow also gets along very well with other dogs. However, he can be a bit jealous, so we hope he can find a forever home where he can be the only pet. Fluffy and pure white like a marshmallow, Mallow will make a truly perfect companion. 🐾 Mallow is currently staying at a training center in South Korea, waiting patiently for his forever family. Once he finds an adoptive family, he can travel anywhere across the United States. He is neutered, fully vaccinated, and has even completed a full dental cleaning!
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Henry (HDS)

Corgi Jindo

Male, 3 yrs 8 mos
Plainfield, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
** Current location: in a foster home in South Korea ** Meet Henry👋 an endearing handsome boy with cute unbalanced ears! Henry was found alone on a street in S. Korea at four months old in July 2021 and taken to a high-risk city shelter. Fortunately, having been rescued right before euthanasia by the rescue team, he lived in a crowded private shelter with numerous dogs until July 2023, when he found a foster home. His loving foster family has been taking good care of him since. Henry has learned a lot about how to love and be loved by his people. He is full of charm and can’t wait to show it to his forever family! • Personality: Calm, Curious, Adorable Henry is a calm and independent pup with a strong curiosity! All he needs in the beginning is enough time for him to get himself accustomed to the new environment. He is not a big cuddler, but you can see some of his lovely sides once he warms up to you💕 First of all, his unbalanced ears are absolutely something to adore about him! His energy level is medium-low. He is mostly chill and spends most of his time at home resting. He only gets excited and active when having a walk outside. He is neither a barker nor a destroyer! • Affinity with - Dogs: Generally good with other dogs. He wants to say hi to other dogs on a walk, though he prefers calm friends and tries to ignore barking/hyper dogs. - Cats: No aggression but just excitement & curiosity. - Adults/Kids: Good with adults except loud/aggressive male adults. / He just tries to avoid kids when they approach. • Walking Manners: Well-mannered, pacing with his people without pulling the leash. • Housetrained: Fully housebroken, mainly going potty outdoors but he knows how to use pee-pads indoors when necessary. • Bathing/Brushing: Very good and calm • Car Sickness: in training • Separation Anxiety: None. • Barks/Howls: Almost none. Just a little bit when strangers come inside the house. • Appetite/Food Allergies: No allergies. • Shedding level (1~10): 5-6 • Likes/Dislikes: Henry loves being petted, going for walks, and meat! / He doesn’t like big gestures and sudden loud noise, though he is not sensitive to usual residential noise. If you have an open heart and a loving home for Henry, please don't hesitate to apply!
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Rudy

Corgi Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos
Plainfield, NJ
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
🌟 Meet Rudy – The Sweetest Angel Dog 🌟 📍 Currently looking for a forever home! Just look at that happy face! 😍 Rudy is a 3-year-old neutered male mixed breed, currently weighing in at about 40 lbs (18kg). He may look a little round – that’s because his loving foster mom spoils him with just a bit too much delicious food. 🐷💛 Yup, Rudy’s on a gentle diet journey… but hey, aren’t we all? 😄 🦴 Small frame, big heart – and a few extra love pounds! 🐶 Gets along wonderfully with other dogs 😺 Doesn’t bother cats – lives and lets live! 👧🧒 Amazing with kids – no aggression, only love 🚗 Loves car rides – the perfect road trip buddy! 🏡 Fully potty trained – 100% pee pad at home, and great with outdoor walks too 💖 Sweet, quiet, affectionate – loves being gently petted 🕊️ Friendly and polite with all dogs – even lets others be the boss! Rudy was rescued from a life tied up in a rural field. Now he’s ready to be someone’s beloved family member – soft, loyal, and always smiling.
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Foby

Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Jindo

Male, 1 yr 7 mos
Plainfield, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
** Current location: in a foster home in South Korea ** Phoebe was found on an island called Jeju, South Korea. He was a one-month-old puppy crying alone in a tangerine field. He was rescued by our organization after being placed in a high kill city shelter. He is such a perfect puppy. His current foster parents say he is flawless: smart, healthy, sociable and friendly with both people and other dogs and cats. He's almost done with his baby teeth and has his permanent teeth now, and I'm sure he'll be a great looking dog once he's done shedding. If you're interested in learning more about him, don't hesitate to submit an application today - the family that adopts him will be so lucky :)

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Dog shelters and rescues in Plainfield, New Jersey

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Pawcific Rescue

1764 Sleepy Hollow Ln, Plainfield, NJ 07060

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The Amber House

232 Oneida Place, North Plainfield, NJ 07060

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Whiskers and Wags-4-Adoption

North Plainfield, NJ 07063

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Plainfield Area Humane Society

75 Rock Ave., Plainfield, NJ 07063

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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A New Leash On Life

Green Brook, NJ 08812

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rawhide Pet Rescue

83 Rock Road East, Green Brook, NJ 08812

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Rawhide Rescue

16 Mt. Bethel Rd. Box 360, Warren, NJ 07059

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Pals of Paws

Fanwood, NJ 07023

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New Jersey Schnauzer Rescue Network, Inc.

PO Box 36, Fanwood, NJ 07023

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Happy Paws Rescue, Inc.

P.O. Box 411, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

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