Available Pupparoos, Page 2

A note about assisted adoptions for private parties: This is a service that NBCR&P offers to dogs other than those in our care who are in need of homes. While we generally do not take in dogs surrendered by private parties, we do what we can to assist in the placement of the animals. We do, however, strongly encourage people to explore every possible alternative to surrendering their pets.* Please research and clarify any concerns, costs, or anything else that may arise as a problem PRIOR to acquisition of a particular dog. We suggest you do this with all types of rescues/adoptions or (heaven forbid!) purchases from breeders. Our guidelines for assisted adoptions are listed below. For more information about any of the dogs on this page, please email Jean at: sonomarosa@sonic.net
(1/25/03)	Belle and Spanky - Rest in Peace. We are deeply troubled because Belle and Spanky, who were available until recently, were surrendered to the humane society by their owner, who was going on a trip and would no longer care for them. She thought they would be safe at the shelter and that some lovely family would surely adopt them, but they were, in fact, euthanized. This all-too-common optimism is troubling as well. Shelters are not safe places for animals because of the overwhelming number of animals abandoned to them each day. Giving up your "best friends" to a shelter, pound, humane society or animal control facility is not an alternative, it's a potential death sentence. The harsh reality is that there are more animals needing homes than there are homes able to accommodate them, so many die every day, all year long, year after year. If you can no longer keep your pets for any reason, please do all that you can to find them suitable homes before abandoning them to shelters. Unless the facility is specifically a no-kill shelter, leaving them there puts them in great danger, as is the case with Belle and Spanky.
(01/21/07)	Girl is an approximately 6 yr. old spayed, female Blue Merle, Aussie/smooth-coated Collie mix, and weighs about 55 lbs. Girl is housetrained and is great with other dogs, but really loves to be with people. She is mellow and and well-mannered in the home. Girl is responsive and good on the leash. She is okay with cats, but will chase if they run. She is treat and toy possessive, so a home without children would be best. Girl is very eager to please and would be a great dog for someone that wants a loving companion.
(04/12/07)	Lou is a 1 yr old, neutered, male Australian Cattle Dog mix. He was brought as a stray to Merced Animal Control, where he spent 2 months before being rescued by Safe Haven Animal Sanctuary. Lou is very healthy, up to date on shots. He is Heartworm negative, microchipped, crate and house-trained. He is currently in a private foster home and awaiting his perfect forever home. Lou is a very playful adolescent that lives with 2 adult JRT's, where he has learned appropriate play and now attends doggy daycare two times a week to continue his socialization with other animals and people. He needs to continue to work on his meet & greet manners while on leash.
(10/21/07)	Zissou is a 2-3 yr old, male Australian Cattle Dog. He is good with people and other dogs, doesn't chase cats and shows little interest in the chickens at his boarding kennel. Zissou is good on leash, knows sit, heels fairly well, though not consistently. Likewise, 'down'. He is affectionate, and likes to chase thrown balls. He will respond to training and would love to have a home where he can be with people who would enjoy a moderately active dog. Zissou is not as hyper as many of his breed ad he's actually rather mellow, and would enjoy walking with you or playing. He is a good boy, kennel favorite and favorite of his foster mom.
(01/20/08)	Photo is a 4 year old, spayed, black and white female, McNab/Border Collie mix. She is a 45 lb. bright, affectionate girl who needs a new home. Photo is microchipped, current on her shots, and has been to obedience school. She needs to go to a home without children, or small pets such as chickens or cats. Ideally, she should go to someone familiar with Border Collies who lives on a large property where she would have a job-this dog isn't meant to laze around the house. She would be happier working, or at least being with someone that has a lot of time to spend with her.
(12/11/07)	Dottie is a 2 yr old, red and white, spayed female Queensland Heeler (Australian Cattle Dog). She is very-high active and needs training. A volunteer is working with her, but fears she may go kennel crazed before a home comes her way. Dotty is spayed, microchipped and up to date on her shots. She is a great dog but needs training, love and to get out of the kennel. Went to rescue. Waiting for further information.
(04/16/08)	Byron is a 2 yr old, neutered, brown with black, male Australian Cattle Dog/Sheltie mix. He is a sweet, small and very fluffy boy. Byron is a real cutie and is good with other animals, although not too good with cats. He might be a bit less active than other Cattle Dogs, but I'll bet he'd love camping trips and going for short hikes!
(04/16/08)	Riley is a 2 1/2 yr old neutered, white with red, male Australian Cattle Dog. He is very active, strong for his size and can clear a four foot fence. He might be a bit much if your kids are young, so he'd probably do best in a home with older children. He likes people and other dogs, but is not good with cats or fowl. Riley needs an active and affectionate home with a secure yard. We think he might be a good agility candidate once he gets more basic training.
(01/30/08)	Martin is a 1 1/2 yr old, neutered male Border Collie/Labrador Retriever/Akita mix who now weighs about 60 lbs. He has been described as "a lovely dog." Indeed! He is a big boy with a big heart. This pooch did well on his temperament test and could be placed in a home with older children (due to his size) and possibly a cat (with proper management). He appears to like both male and female dogs. Martin is always eager to say hello with the wag of his tail on a walk. He's very attentive to his handler and eager to please. He's pretty strong so training will be in order. Because Martin is so smart and willing to please, he is a good candidate for positive reinforcement training. He already knows "sit" and "down." Martin is housebroken and crate-trained as well. We have high hopes for his chances of flourishing in a new home!
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Available Dogs Table of Contents
Page 1:	NBCR&P Dogs
Page 2:	3rd Party Assisted Adoption Program
Page 3:	Dogs at Shelters