Greyhound puppies and dogs in Oakley, California

Meet Harli & Bear – A Bonded Pair Looking for Their Second Chance Harli (black) and Bear (white) are two sweet 9-year-old pups who’ve known nothing but love—until recently. Their owner, who raised them since they were puppies, sadly passed away in March. Now, they’re in search for a loving home where they can spend their golden years together. These loving “young seniors” are truly a joy to be around. Bear is the playful one as he loves toys. He usually has one that he brings around in his mouth. On the other hand, Harli is a gentle teddy bear and not into toys. Both are affectionate, well-mannered, and get along wonderfully with dogs of all sizes. Currently living with a foster who works from home, Harli and Bear are calm companions in the home office and love nothing more than your company. They love back rubs and to be brushed. They’re curious, easygoing, and will no doubt bring comfort, joy, and loyalty to the right home. These two can’t survive the stress of a shelter. They need a safe, loving environment where they can finally settle. If you or someone you know is open to fostering or adopting this bonded pair, please reach out. You could be the miracle they’ve been waiting for. Both dogs love to play - Harlie loves to cuddle and as you can see, Bear loves toys. Harli and Bear are extremely healthy and have a long life ahead. We feed raw and high grade foods which supports each dog's robust immune system. Please give us a call today and find out more about these two perfect doggies...and the Reunion Rescue/Animals First foster to adopt plan.

Gemma may be a little shy at first, but this sweet girl has so much love to give! She arrived at the shelter with an injury to one of her feet that is still being treated, but even with everything she’s been through, this adorable lady is already stealing hearts left and right. Give her a little time to get comfortable, and you’ll discover a cuddly companion who loves nothing more than being close to her favorite people. Whether she’s quietly following along behind you, snuggling up by your side, or settling down nearby with a squeaky toy when it’s time to relax, Gemma is happiest simply being part of your world. She is looking for a patient adopter who can help her build confidence at her own pace and show her that she’s safe and loved. With the right person by her side, we know this timid girl will discover that the world may be big, but there are so many wonderful things waiting for her to explore! Gemma is currently in a foster home. If you're interested in her, please email kswanson@berkeleyca.gov First, we'll set up a virtual meeting with their current foster family via phone, Zoom, or Facetime, to provide you with more detailed information. Then, if you feel that Gemma might be a good adoption fit, shelter staff will gladly coordinate an up-close and personal meet and greet with your potential family member. Thank you for your support!

BEST WAY TO INQUIRE, EMAIL CONTACT@BAMMRESCUEPDX.ORG from her foster:   Meet Marceline! Marceline, formerly known as Tallulah, is a 64lb, 4-year old Labrador Retriever/Greyhound mix that has just been waiting for you to take her home. This wonderful girl is house trained, crate trained, and loves car rides. She is spayed and current on shots. At 4 years young, she is past the puppy drama, but still has enough energy and mischief to keep life interesting. Marceline can be a bit shy, but once she has warmed up, she is a very sweet and affectionate girl who thrives on attention, pets, and cuddles. TRAINING: Marceline already knows sit, down, and paw! She has a solid foundation of leash manners, but is still working on not pulling when she sees something interesting, so she will need someone who is stable on their feet to keep working with her! She is also working on her manner-manners (no begging, going to her place, waiting at doorways, holding sits/downs) as well as a few fun tricks (riding in a bike carriage, roll over, spin). Marceline is treat-motivated and learns quickly. She is very attuned to her handler and trains well. She would benefit from on-going and consistent training. OTHER DOGS: Marceline does well with other dogs after properly managed slow introductions. She can be a bit timid or over excited when meeting new dogs, but calms down with slow introductions. That being said, she loves her canine friends! She would benefit from a confident and calm resident dog who could play with her and help her learn her new house and routine. She would also do well as your one-and-only, where she could soak up all your love! CATS AND KIDS: As for cats, Marceline has not met any yet while in foster, so they are unknown. She does show interest in squirrels, especially when they dart in front of her, but redirects fairly easily. She may do well with a dog-savvy cat after very slow and monitored introductions. Marceline hasn’t met any children directly, but walked past many kids and families in tight quarters with no reaction. She may do well with older children. A house with younger children may not suit her, if only because she forgets how big she is and could topple smaller children by accident. HANDLING: Handling-wise, Marceline is very tolerant of all-over touch. She will squirm when she doesn’t like something (cleaning ears, brushing teeth, etc), but has not growled or otherwise issued warnings. Marceline can be a bit flighty, especially in new situations that she is uncomfortable with, and will need a handler who is committed to building her confidence with new people, situations, and experiences. WALKS: On walks, Marceline prefers quieter areas with less new people or noises. She really enjoys sniffing and is very happy when she gets a leisurely walk full of stops so she can sniffeverything. Loud streets, busy trails, and too many new things at once overwhelm her and cause her to become more fearful and stressed. She would likely be a good hiking buddy, or just enjoy walks in less populated areas. She tends to not respond to treats or commands once overwhelmed, and needs reassurance that she is ok. Because of her tendency to become overwhelmed, Marceline is not yet ready for restaurant type activities, but with time, patience, and training, this may become an activity that she enjoys. TOYS: As for toys, she doesn’t understand many toys yet. She enjoys her BetterBone chew and toys with treats inside, like her Kong toy or Barnacle toy. Her favorite toy is her Kong Wobbler, which she often gets meals from. Marceline really likes food-puzzles, so slow-feeder type bowls, snuffle matts, or other puzzles would benefit her. DISLIKES: She does not like loud or large overhead things (a smoke alarm went off and she was terrified of it). Marceline has also seen a large vulture flying overhead and barked at it with raised hackles. Marceline may not be the best fit for a farm type environment. She has met a few farm animals through a fence, and was curious but wary of the cows, and did not seem fond of the sheep or llamas. She barked at goats. SEPARATION ANXIETY: Marceline has separation anxiety that we are working on. She settles better after a sniff walk and/or training sessions, but she will bark loudly when left alone. Currently, she is crated when I am unable to watch her, and she will bark/howl/cry for 10-20 minutes before settling, even with a peanut-butter filled Kong to entertain her. When outdoors, Marceline will bark and cry if she is left with other people. When I have asked friends to hold her for a second while I do a quick task, like refilling water bottles, she will bark until I return. Being left with other people, or at the least people that she doesn’t know, will still trigger her separation anxiety. Additionally, Marceline tends to demand-bark when she wants attention. These barks often become very loud and frequent. Because of this, Marceline would do better in a house-setting rather than an apartment, where she is currently living. HOUSE MANNERS: Marceline’s house manners are a work in progress. Marceline is fairly desensitized to everyday sounds, like car doors slamming, the vacuum cleaner, or other similar household noises. She rides well in elevators and is a champ at stairs both ways. She enjoys looking through windows and has not barked at people/things through the windows. She does have a habit of demand barking when she is not being given attention, and she will dig through trash and counter-surf if not watched. She also has a bad habit of begging for people food…being very tall, she can easily rest her head on tables to beg. IDEAL DAY: Marceline’s ideal day would involve relaxed sniff-walks, fun enrichment activities, a few training sessions, and time for zoomies! This girl loves to run and she is VERYfast. A home with a fenced yard would be ideal so she could get her zoomies out, but she would do well without a yard as long as she gets proper exercise and training. She would love to have a long cuddle and pet session anytime during the day. In the evening, she would enjoy curling up in her dog bed–or better yet, your bed or your couch–while you read or relax. Above all, Marceline’s favorite thing to do is be by her person, no matter what they are doing. This girl cannot wait to meet you and love you for the rest of forever. Marceline is currently being fostered in Davis, California. Inquiries should be directed to the rescue. ##2851715##

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ADOPTED. Max is a delightful little guy whose goofy grin and wildly wagging tail get a smile from everyone he meets! He is housetrained and good with other dogs and cats who are tolerant of dogs. Max is about 1-1/2 to 2 years old and about 7 lbs. He is an affectionate, sweet boy. He has blossomed in foster care and has overcome most of his initial shyness at meeting new people. Max thrives in the company of other dogs. He has become play pals with a gentle Aussie and is currently in a foster home with two small dogs. Max has met several horses and was also good with them. He would also do well with younger children as long as they treated him gently. Max absolutely loves his walks! He becomes so excited when he knows that he is going for a walk that he dances on his hind legs (he does the same at mealtime!). He has boundless energy while on walks and is well-behaved on the leash. At home, Max is a calm and happy dog who loves to cuddle. He'll win your heart when he climbs into your lap and takes a nap while you watch TV. He does not seem interested in playing with toys. He does like to sleep with his person at night and sleeps through the night with no problem. Max would do best in a home with another dog (or dogs) or if his person were with him much of the time. He is a special little guy who deserves a stable and loving long-term home. Max’s adoption fee is $275. He is being fostered in Martinez, CA. Arrangements to meet our dogs occur after an application has been received. Please contact us at dogzonerescue@yahoo.com for more information about this great guy or for an application to adopt.