Willa is a sweet and loving gal who was rescued from a high impound shelter in Kern County. She was an extreme matted mess. Willa was never groomed and that causes great pain and discomfort. She must be feeling so much better now. This hasn't happened her spirits at all. Willa is so loving, sweet and even tempered. She is great with other dogs and people. She also walks well on a leash and is under 2 years and weighs 15 pounds All dogs in our program are up to date on all their shots, spayed or neutered, and micro chipped. Our dogs are in foster homes which enables us to learn more about them in a home environment. We do not place dogs on a first come first serve basis, but rather to the home best suited for them. An application, adoption fee and contract are required. Please direct all questions to adopt@crdogrescue.com. All our dogs can be met with an approved application. Thank you for looking at a rescue dog for your next family member.

We got Gus Gus as a 4 month old puppy from a havanese breeder in 2017. With us and known visitors he is extremely loyal, friendly and loves to rest at our feet. However over the years, since having our first kid, he has gotten increasingly protective and difficult to handle on the leash as he lunges at random people, dogs and skateboards. Unfortunately with two kids now we do not have the time and energy to give him the training and attention he deserves. He has received professional training and believe he can relearn quickly with a patient owner who can work with him at home. He is perfectly potty trained, requiring just two short walks daily. Most of the day he is happy to be at our feet or lounging in his bed. We want him to go to a home where he will receive the attention he deserves. We believe he needs to go to someone who is experienced with aggressive dogs and can help him with his behavioral issues. Our main focus is that he goes to a loving home.

Rose is a sweet 9 yr old Havanese Shih Tzu mix. Her previous family used this pretty girl to make puppies for extra cash. When her owner died, she eventually ended up living in a mechanic shop! When we found out about their situation, we immediately sent a volunteer to go and rescue them. Rose is with Rufus, who is possibly her son. Both dogs are very sweet, well behaved and affectionate. Both Rose and Rufus are friendly, and get along well with new people, other dogs and children. Rufus is about 3 yrs old, very sweet, loving and mellow. He gets along well with other dogs, cats and kids. We had him examined by our vet, neutered, fully vaccinated and microchipped. Rose is loving senior, about 9 yrs old, and is possibly Rufus' mother. Rose is a Havanese/ Shih Tzu mix. She is healthy, and we have had her spayed, vaccinated and microchipped. Rose gets along well with other dogs and children, but is very interested in cats, so should go to a home that is cat free. Rose has some previously untreated skin issues, but is otherwise healthy. Both dogs are small, well behaved and extremely loving. They are easy going and don't have any destructive habits like digging, barking or chewing. They are content to just be around someone. They grew up as part of a family and will easily fit into any home. They are low energy and would be perfect for a retired person or someone who works from home. We're looking for an foster or adopter in the Southern California area. Please complete our adoption application found on dexterfoundation.com If you cannot foster or adopt, can you share their story? We need a foster home asap!