Meet Our Pack
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If you’re interested in adopting, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Once approved, you’ll be added to our list of potential adopters for dogs currently in our care.
Pepper
Quick Facts:
Pepper’s Fun Facts
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5 years old, 102 lbs
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Perfect house manners, no chewing or accidents
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Loves learning and showing off her new skills
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Playful, sweet, and deeply loyal
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Loves playing in water
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Building confidence each week and will thrive with continued positive training
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Most at ease in quiet environments with calm routines
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Has a silly streak that appears once she feels safe
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Favorite toy is a giant stuffed octopus
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Takes daily thyroid medication
Meet Pepper
Pepper has been in rescue for almost six months, and we’re excited to share her brand-new update celebrating how far she has come and how much her personality has blossomed.
After being under-cared for and living life on a chain, she has been steadily healing both physically and emotionally. With good food, good medical care, and a whole lot of love, Pepper has healed and now has a sleek, shiny, gorgeous black coat. She knows she looks fabulous now, and honestly, she’s right.
Pepper is a smart, sensitive girl who is deeply loyal. She takes her job of looking out for her humans seriously, so if someone’s at the door, she’ll let you know! She’s also been working with a trainer to help her feel more confident, especially when navigating new or busy environments. She has made a lot of progress and is excited to keep learning with a new family who will cheer her on.
Once Pepper knows she is safe, she warms up and her personality pops out like confetti: goofy wiggles, happy prances, and her favorite game of hide and seek.
Why Pepper is a Gem:
Pepper is the kind of dog who bonds deeply and loves wholeheartedly. She’s sensitive, thoughtful, and full of charm. Her ideal home would be one with loving, patient humans who will continue helping her with confidence training and celebrate her progress along the way.
Pepper would do best in a quieter environment where she can relax, feel secure, and continue to grow. She needs guidance when encountering new situations, but with the right support, she is ready to show off her adorable, goofy, loyal side. Pepper is a medium-to-low-energy dog but she can be strong when she decides to pull on leash. This has already improved significantly through training and should continue to improve with consistent guidance.
If you’re looking for a companion who has blossomed beautifully, loves to learn, and has a whole lot of personality wrapped in a shiny black coat, Pepper might be your perfect match.
Grits
Must Know:
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11 years old | 115 pounds
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Dog Friendly
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No Cats ( does have a prey drive)
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Low energy
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Gentle, calm personality
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Kids 8+
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Fenced Required
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Wonderful companion
Grits – An Easygoing Gentleman Who Loves the Simple Life
Hi, I’m Grits! I’m an 11-year-old gentle soul with a calm, relaxed personality and a heart full of quiet loyalty. I’m the kind of dog who is happy just being part of your day — whether that means hanging out nearby while you relax, or enjoying some peaceful time outside.
I’m a nice balance of independent and social. I enjoy being around my people and my dog friends, but I’m also perfectly content doing my own thing. I really don’t ask for much — just a comfortable place to rest, a few treats, and a family to call my own.
I get along well with other dogs and can be playful at times, but I’m also happy to sit back and watch the younger pups run around and have their fun. One of my favorite places is the yard, where I love to stroll, relax, and soak up the sunshine.
I’m friendly, quiet, and easy to live with. I get around just fine and enjoy life at a comfortable pace. If you’re looking for a sweet, low-key companion who will bring calm and companionship to your home, I might be the perfect match for you.
Axel - Adopted
At a Glance:
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10 years | 88 lbs | Medium Energy
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Dog Friendly: Yes
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Cat Friendly: No
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Kid Recommendations: Has done well with young children; respectful and gentle
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Home Needs: Yard preferred, would enjoy a home with people who are around often and enjoy cuddling
If you've been searching for a loyal companion who believes there is no such thing as too much affection, we'd love to introduce you to Axel.
At 10 years young, Axel is the definition of a well-balanced Labrador gentleman. This handsome 88-pound black Lab has settled into foster care as if he's lived there his entire life, joining a household with four other dogs without missing a beat. Easygoing, confident, and wonderfully calm, Axel brings a peaceful presence wherever he goes.
His favorite place? Right next to his people.
Axel loves attention and affection and will happily lean into you for scratches, cuddles, and quality time. His foster family affectionately describes him as a "weighted blanket with a heartbeat" because he loves being close and makes every snuggle session better. Whether he's hanging out on the deck with his foster dad, relaxing around the house, or curling up beside you at bedtime, Axel is happiest when he's near his humans.
Don't let his age fool you—this senior still enjoys a good game of fetch and can chase after a ball with enthusiasm. He proudly carries his ball around the yard, although returning it is one thing and giving it back is another! A couple of short walks and some playtime each day are plenty to keep him happy.
Axel is house-trained, crate-trained, rides well in the car, walks nicely on leash, and has excellent manners in the home. He knows basic commands, is food-motivated, and has proven to be a very easy foster guest. Aside from some typical age-related arthritis managed with Carprofen, he is healthy and enjoying life.
He gets along well with other dogs and is currently living peacefully with both male and female canine companions. While he's dog-friendly, Axel doesn't need another dog in his forever home. He's independent with other dogs and would be perfectly content as your one-and-only or with a calm, neutral canine sibling.
Axel has met young children and was gentle, relaxed, and respectful. He enjoys their attention but isn't pushy or demanding. Because he does enjoy chasing rabbits and chipmunks in the yard, a home without cats would be best.
After losing his home through no fault of his own, Axel is looking for a family that will give him what he loves most: companionship, affection, and a soft place to land. In return, he'll provide unwavering loyalty, endless cuddles, and the kind of steady friendship that only a wonderful senior Lab can offer.
If your idea of the perfect day includes a devoted best friend by your side, Axel may be the missing piece you've been looking for.
Tanner - Adopted
Must Knows:
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Age: 1–2 years | Weight: 69 lbs | Energy Level: High / Active
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Dog Friendly: Yes! Loves playing with other dogs, especially female dogs.
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Cat Friendly: Unknown
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Kids: Best with children ages 8+ due to his enthusiastic puppy energy.
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Home Needs: Physical Fenced yard, active family, committed to continued training, another playful dog would be a bonus.
This handsome yellow Lab is everything people love about young Labradors—happy, affectionate, athletic, a little goofy, and completely devoted to his people. At just 1–2 years old, Tanner is still very much a puppy at heart, and he approaches life with endless enthusiasm, curiosity, and a tennis ball never far from his mind.
🎾 Speaking of tennis balls... Tanner absolutely lives for fetch. If there's a tennis ball nearby, you've instantly become his favorite person! He'll happily chase, retrieve, and repeat for as long as you're willing to throw. It's his favorite game and one of the easiest ways to bond with him.
Tanner is an active boy who would love a family that enjoys daily walks, backyard games, and outdoor adventures. His foster family currently takes him on two one-mile walks each day, plus several backyard fetch sessions, and Tanner is always ready for more fun. He also enjoys stuffed Kongs, sniffy walks, and exploring everything around him.
Despite all that energy, Tanner has a wonderfully sweet side. Once the excitement settles down, he's perfectly happy curling up beside his people for snuggles. He does a great job matching the energy in the home—joining in when the kids are playing but happily relaxing when everyone else is winding down.
Tanner gets along beautifully with other dogs and has lived successfully with two older female Labs. He reads canine body language well, adjusts his play style to match his friends, and would likely enjoy having a playful canine companion. He could also do well as an only dog if his family is committed to giving him plenty of exercise, enrichment, and attention.
Like many young dogs, Tanner is still learning about the world. He can be a little timid in new situations and sometimes "army crawls" or pancakes when he's unsure. The wonderful news is that his confidence has grown tremendously in foster care, and with patient encouragement, he continues to blossom every day.
Because he's still young, Tanner will benefit from continued training. He's incredibly people-oriented and eager to please, and while he doesn't know many commands yet, he's highly motivated by play—especially tennis balls! As he discovers how great treats can be, training should become even easier.
His future family should know that Tanner is still in his "curious puppy" stage. If left loose while home alone, he may decide that shoes, remotes, toys, or other household items look like perfectly reasonable chew toys. Puppy-proofing the house and providing appropriate toys will set him up for success while he continues to mature. He isn't destructive out of malice—he's simply a young Lab who sometimes makes questionable life choices!
Other things to love about Tanner:
🐾 Affectionate and incredibly loving
🐾 Goofy enough to accidentally run around with a dining room chair stuck on his back while chasing a ball
🐾 Great on car rides once he's inside (he's just a little nervous getting in and out)
🐾 Sleeps quietly on the floor beside your bed all night
🐾 Does well for baths and veterinary visits
🐾 Has made wonderful progress with house training and can comfortably hold it for 6–8 hours
Tanner's ideal home includes an active family, a fenced yard where he can run and play fetch, children ages 8 and older, and people who understand that young Labs need exercise, patience, and guidance. In return, you'll get an endlessly entertaining best friend who will fill your home with laughter, love, and plenty of happy tail wags.
Pluto
Must Knows:
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Dog Friendly: Yes
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Cat Friendly: Unknown
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Kids: Older children recommended (limited exposure)
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Energy Level: Medium
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Affection Level: Affectionate once he trusts you
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Attention Needs: Independent but enjoys being near his people
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Walk Style: Enthusiastic sniffer; leash skills in progress
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Ideal Home: Quiet home with a yard and a patient family
Meet Pluto!
Pluto is a handsome one-year-old Lab mix with a gentle heart and an incredible story. After arriving at the shelter as a stray, he escaped during transport and survived on his own for five hot summer days before finally approaching a family for help. Since joining his foster home, Pluto has been learning that people can be trusted, and watching his confidence grow has been a joy.
At home, Pluto is calm, polite, and wonderfully easy to live with. He's an independent guy who enjoys being close to his people without demanding constant attention, often following his foster mom from room to room before settling down for a nap nearby. He loves ear scratches, belly rubs, and kind words, rarely barks, sleeps through the night, rides well in the car, and has done great at the vet. He's still working on house training and leash manners, but he's eager to learn and responds best to praise and encouragement.
Pluto gets along beautifully with his foster sister and enjoys an occasional game of chase or tug before returning to his favorite activity—sniffing! Walks are the highlight of his day, and he explores the world one fascinating scent at a time. He's curious, affectionate, and playful in short bursts, but overall has a medium energy level that makes him an easy companion.
Pluto would thrive with a patient family that will continue building his confidence and helping him learn what it means to be a beloved family dog. A home with a yard would be ideal, and older children or a quieter household would likely suit him best. If you're looking for a loyal, gentle companion with a sweet soul and so much love to give, Pluto is ready to start the next chapter of his story with you.
Hershey Adopted
Must Knows:
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Dog Friendly: Yes
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Cat Friendly: Unknown
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Kids: Unknown, but his gentle nature suggests he'd likely do well.
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Energy Level: Medium
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Affection Level: Very Affectionate
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Attention Needs: Independent but enjoys being near his people
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Walk Style: Loves walks; still polishing his leash manners.
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Ideal Home: A family looking for a devoted companion. A fenced yard for fetch would be wonderful but isn't required if he'll get daily walks and playtime.
Meet Hershey!
If you've been looking for a loyal best friend with the gentlest heart imaginable, Hershey may be your perfect match. This handsome chocolate Lab is about 3–4 years old and weighs around 60 pounds. While he's still adjusting after some big life changes, his sweet personality shines brighter every day. His favorite place in the world? Right beside his people.
Hershey is the definition of a companion dog. He'll happily follow you from room to room, then settle quietly at your feet while you work, read, or watch TV. He's wonderfully gentle with other dogs and has shown remarkable patience with his energetic foster sister, choosing to simply walk away when play gets a little too rowdy. Outside, though, it's a different story—bring out a tennis ball, and Hershey lights up! He loves to play fetch, enjoys exploring on neighborhood walks, and would make a fantastic hiking buddy once his leash skills continue to improve.
This sweet boy is house-trained, trustworthy when left alone, rides beautifully in the car, and has been a superstar for baths, nail trims, and brushing. He's eager to learn, food and toy motivated, and already knows a few basic commands. Like many dogs who have experienced change, Hershey is working through a little separation anxiety and prefers not to be crated, but he's already making great progress as he settles into foster care.
Hershey would thrive with a family looking for a devoted companion who enjoys both adventure and quiet evenings at home. A fenced yard for endless games of fetch would be a dream, though regular walks and playtime would also keep him happy. If you're looking for a loyal shadow with a heart as big as his chocolate smile, Hershey is waiting to meet you.