Available Dogs - Midatlantic
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Hold: These dogs in the New Spirit program are currently undergoing medical treatment or behavioral assessment. No applications are being accepted on them at this time. Please check back for updates.
Princess Sheba Princess Sheba is now on medical hold due to her age and medical issues including her arthritis , which we have shortened her walks from 3 to 2 and go with how she is feeling that day. She still enjoys meeting people , but loves her beauty sleep and quiet time to recharge . She does still enjoy being loved on. She also isn't enjoying her grooming as much and resists. She recently went off her food and I readjusted what she eats and how it is prepared and sometimes hand feed her. She used to eat with no problem. We want to insure she doesn't have to make any other adjustments and ensure she gets the care that she needs as a senior dog. Princess Sheba is being fostered in
Spring Grove, PA NS3291
Bailey Blue is a work in progress, learning to trust people. She may have been abused or had some head injury or is just naturally extremely shy of people, but she is great with other dogs. This girl is a flower waiting to bloom and it will take some time to see how much more progress she can make. She may never be a very social dog with people she doesn't know but it's clear she will learn to love and trust at least one or two people. Bailey Blue is fostered in Collegeville PA. NS3780
Mangus - ADOPTION PENDING - is in the 30 pound range and presently on medical hold due to recuperation from an accident. He is approximately 8 years old and semi-velcro. He always wants to know where you are and can hear you move from two rooms away. He is totally trust worthy without a crate, but will slip into his crate periodically for a nap. He experienced some time on his own before being rescued so asks that we keep all garbage can lids closed. He does not play with toys but enjoys belly rubs while in your lap and loves hanging on the deck watching the deer and new fawns on the outside of the fencing. Fostered in Stroudsburg, PA NS3884
Rightie is a 7-month-old, 38 lb, Chocolate Lab-Aussie mix with good traits of both breeds (mom was the aussie). She is active and athletic outside, she loves retrieving but does not insist on it, and is quiet inside, not destructive, attentive but not intrusive.
Rightie is well socialized, good with new people and dogs, has never shown any guarding or aggressive tendency, and regards new visitors calmly before rushing in, not shy, just careful. She is a bit reluctant to jump into cars, but she is good once in, with no fuss or sickness, rides quietly.
She has never challenged the yard fence with digging or jumping,
is good on leash, though we haven't worked on heeling yet.
Rightie is not barky, just a really nice pup who has been overlooked, unfortunately. Rightie is spayed and fully up to date with vaccines.
Rightie will make the perfect pet for a family who wants an easy
going, sweet dog. She is fostered near Gettysburg, PA.
Apply here for Rightie. NS3929
Joisy Boy
Joisy Boy is a red & white Border Collie or Aussie Mix. We believe he is at least 5 years old. He is a shy boy when you first meet him but he's very spunky when he gets to know you. Joisy Boy is great on leash and loves to sniff in a straight line as he walks (he does not go to the bathroom on walks so a yard is a must). He knows commands and was definitely trained in his previous life. He is fairly low energy and loves to cuddle or find a quiet spot to curl up in. (Couch access is mandatory in his opinion) He won't be able to contain his excitement when his people return home though and will bounce about while giving submissive toothy grins and demanding butt scratches.
Joisy Boy gets along with our other dogs but can be a bully and would probably do well in a home without cats or dogs. A submissive dog might be ok but he definitely prefers humans to dogs.
He is shy around new people/situations and scared of the typical stuff (Storms/fireworks/loud noises). He would need a quiet home without small children and not too busy, preferably someone home most of the time. While he doesn't have separation anxiety, he definitely likes his person being around. He does get into things he shouldn't and knows to wait until everyone leaves, this includes bathroom trash, reachable food boxes/bags, paper towels etc. If he can reach it, he will get into it.
Joisy Boy is fostered in Haddon Twp., NJ
Apply here for him. NS3971
Beth the Cowgirl Beth is a dear girl who had a hard start in life, being penned in a barn stall because she wouldn’t stop “herding” the cows. To this day, she gets very animated if she hears cows outside or on the tv so no homes with cows, please! Beth has the normal Aussie reserve upon meeting new people but it lasts all of 5 minutes and then she’d like to crawl into your lap. She’s 3 years old and all white except for a red patch, but has no health problems associated with vision or hearing sometimes seen with Aussies with a lot of white. She was very overweight at intake, but she loves to go for walks so her foster home is having success getting some of the original 67 lbs off already. We recommend a fenced yard so she can run to her heart’s content. After so many years tied in a barn stall, it’s only fair she gets a chance to get out and run, and she loves to run and play with other dogs outside. Beth is great on a leash and doesn’t pull. She tends to walk a little faster at first when taken out and this is her sign that she has to potty. Beth could sit in front of you (or on your lap if you let her) for hours to get rubbed on her head. She loves head rubs, but will accept a body rub as well. The head rubs put her right to sleep. This girl is quite reliable in the house but if you’re not attuned to her signals she may have the very occasional accident indoors so the foster home just keeps her on a schedule and watches for her signals. This cowgirl loves her toys and feels a bit possessive of them but other than a grumble or swiftly grabbing one that gets dropped by another dog, it isn’t a big problem. Beth gets along well with both male and female dogs but does like to be top dog, especially in the house, but a few solid verbal corrections and nothing comes of it other than a little grumble.
Beth does well with men, women and children, but dog savvy children are preferred since it’s important for children to know which toys are theirs and which are hers, though there won’t be anything more than a grumble over it if someone tries to take a toy from her carefully curated collection. Beth does not counter surf, but if food is left at a height that she can reach it, she will help herself to it. She is always interested in what you are eating. She is not much for sharing her food with other dogs and will give a grumble if another dog comes close to her bowl while eating. She does not attack, she just gives a little grumble. Beth loves to sleep on the sofa and will make herself right at home. If allowed, she will also sleep on the bed with you. She isn’t much for dog beds, and would rather sleep on the floor if not allowed on the couch. We’re waiting for an appointment to get Beth spayed so she’s on hold for now. She also has a heart murmur, a grade 2 on a scale of 6, but it’s of no concern for anesthesia and she doesn’t require any regular meds to treat.
Beth is fostered in Gloucester VA. NS3972
Nikko
Nilkko has only one resolution for 2024- to find a forever family! He is a beautiful 3-year-old double merle weighing a very healthy 60 pounds. He is incredibly friendly and loves to snuggle with people and receive belly rubs. Because of his genetics he is mostly deaf. Nikko has developed some tricks to compensate for his hearing- he likes to lay directly touching his people so he knows when they move, he will also lie directly against doors to tell when they are opened and will frequently turn to check on you while on walks. He's a very smart boy and takes direction from hand signs. All these tricks should tell you just how clever he is!
Nikko is comfortable with dogs and cats, but because of his low hearing he can't always hear when other dogs want to stop playing. Because of this we are recommending he be the only dog in the home, and not go to a home with young/small children. He does play well when supervised with other dogs at parks and in yards, and can be around children when closely supervised, but shouldn't be left alone. Nikko is a medium velcro, medium energy dog- he loves to be near people but doesn't mind being left alone, and he likes walks and fetch but doesn't pull at all. Truly, he is a dream to walk on leash.
Other than his hearing, Nikko is a perfectly healthy dog. He has no separation anxiety and is not a Covid puppy- he's got no problem being left at home for an office job. He likes to greet new people by yelling, but he really just can't hear how "enthusiastic" his greetings are. And of course he likes to get into occasional mischief- stealing some cheese off counters or eating some leftover cat food, but he is so easy to redirect and train. Nikko is going to make a wonderful addition to some lucky family!
Nikko is fostered in Philadelphia, PA
Apply here for him. NS3865
Barnabas
Barnabas is a loving 4 mos. old Brown-Tri Aussie Mix. Currently 25 lbs., he's growing every week! And will likely be 45 lbs. when full grown (slender, tall and long).
Barnabas is a wonderful dog! Loves people. Good with other dogs. House trained and doing well learning manners and commands. Barnabas would thrive in an interactive home with lots play, walks, and stimulating activities, like puzzles. He's super curious, eager to romp around, and cherishes a good cuddle! A real sweetie looking for his forever home. Favorite activities currently include hiking, tumbling around the living room floor with his dog friends, and following people into the bathroom. This cutie is up-to-date medically and neutered.
He is being fostered in Pittsburgh, PA
Apply here for him. NS4004
Luna Lu - ADOPTION PENDING is a two year old purebred Aussie with no tail. She recently gave birth to a very healthy liter and is in her Momma Era! She spends most her time tending to her pups but we can already tell she is loving, caring, and a big goof. She is house trained and loves being around humans. She will be available for adoption once her pups are gone and the foster home has time to get to know her better without the pups around. Fostered in Telford, PA NS3955
The Galaxy Pups: Nasa, Galaxia, Cassiopeia, Seraphina, Orion, Cosmos & Astrid The Galaxy Pups are five weeks old and all weigh around 5 pounds. Their hobbies now include; growling at their siblings, chasing each others tails, running around in circles, and climbing on mama. All pups are eating stage two weaning food and love eating/playing in the mush. All will be ready for adoption around the second week of April. Applicants with fully fenced yard and another dog in home strongly preferred. Fostered in Telford, PA
NS4007- 4013
Luna Lou
Luna Lou is only 8 months old and full of puppy happiness and energy. She's about 36 lbs and we think that's where she'll stay. Her coat is super soft and getting a bit longer but may always be shorter-- time will tell. Best bet is she's a border collie mix, with the classic C curved tail with a white tip. She's very muscular and fast and fortunately she is also extremely ready to learn and obey. She sits and waits for release when it's mealtime, or to come out of the crate. This girl is ready to work for you and would be great at trick training and almost any other dog sport you might like to try.
Luna Lou has one health issue to note-- she was born with a defective sphincter between one kidney and the bladder that caused that one kidney to burn out. We had that removed on the advice of our vet and it was a total success. The great news is the other kidney and ureter are performing perfectly. The only caution, which is one you should keep in mind with any dog, is during very hot weather to offer water frequently so she stays hydrated.
This girl is ready to play and run and would love a big fenced yard. She's great with all the other dogs at her foster home, and rolls on her belly to lure the other dogs into playing with her. She's a smart cookie! She's very sweet and respectful of the older dogs and takes a no if they don't want to play when she asks. We haven't done much leash walking but given how fast she picks up new behavior and how ready she is to learn, it shouldn't take much effort to get that down perfectly.
She definitely has an off switch and is great in a crate after a workout: she kicks back and really shuts down, and is very tolerant of longer hours in a crate when that's necessary.
Luna Lou is fostered in Collegeville PA
Apply here for her. NS3990
Fido
This is Fido who came to us with the shelter name of Feisty but wow, just does not fit this dog at all-- he should have been called Sweetie Pie! He is the most loving and submissive and affectionate guy you could imagine. He loves to please you and get sweet talk and petting. He wriggles all over in joy to see you, and also gives a submissive "Aussie grin" if he thinks you're cross with him. But of course you never will be with his sweet personality.
This boy is estimated to be between 1-2 years old, and has a gorgeous blue merle coat and no tail. He's 42 lbs but seems smaller. He will jump up in greeting but is very light on his paws and never really touches you-- he just dances and pirouettes in front of you in joy. He's great with other dogs and quickly became housetrained, and crate trained. He does love a good soft couch to stretch out on though . . .
Fido is fostered in Barclay, MD
Apply here for him. NS4006
Roadie
Roadie is a sweet neutered 2 year old male with a docked tail. Roadie is black and white, but not jet black the black has a tint of chocolate brown. Roadie weighs about 30 pounds. He will probably fill out a little bit more. Roadie is full of energy and will jump up on you when he first meets you. He is a happy boy. Roadie is fine with being held and carried around.
Roadie is not tested with cats. He is great with the resident dogs in the home and just wants to be with them. Roadie has not been annoying and seems to know his place with the resident dogs. He loves running with the resident dogs. He is very velcro and is full of energy and love, but does have an off button and will lay by your feet. Roadie does enjoy exercise every day. Roadie fine with men and women and has not been tested with children. He is house and crate trained. Roadie likes to play with toys and chew on a bone. He will training on the leash, not a big puller but does not know his place around his human.
Roadie does have great recall. He does know sit and down, but not stay. Even though he is small he does counter surf. Have been correcting this with a quick no. Roadie has been fine with eating and taking treats.
Has not shown any resource guarding. Roadie does get car sick (at 2 yrs old he might still grow out of it), he is fine if you don't feed him 2 hours before. Roadie also needs to be crated when left alone in the house. Roadie would be fine in a home as the only dog, but would love having some other dogs in the home. Overall he is a great dog that would make a great friend.
Roadie is fostered in Bangor, PA
Apply here for him. NS4024
Woogie
Woogie is around 45 lbs and 1 year old. He is up to date on shots and neutered. Woogie is an Australian Shepherd mix with such beautiful coloring. His greyish brown and white coloring left a unique patterning on his face that grabs your attention.
Woogie was found as a stray in Kentucky, but before his rescue, someone worked with him. Woogie is housebroken and walks well on a leash. He is smart and knows basic commands like sit, down, and shake. He loves other dogs and gets along well with them. He also loves squeaky toys and to play ball. He is calm and friendly. He is a crowd favorite. No matter where he goes, Woogie's docked tail is wiggling.
He may sound too good to be true, but he is really such a lovely dog!
Woogie is located in Pittsburgh, PA!
Apply here for him. NS4025