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Rusty is a handsome, happy-go-lucky pup looking for a fun family to teach him the ways of the world. He and his brother Frank are good-l... show more
Rusty is a handsome, happy-go-lucky pup looking for a fun family to teach him the ways of the world. He and his brother Frank are good-looking lab-shepherd mixes who have already picked up a few basic commands, and are ready to learn more with their new families. They enjoy each other's company but do not have to be adopted together. They are social guys and would be great either as a second dog or on their own. At 12 weeks old as of the end of December 2015, Rusty and Frank are at a great age to train and grow with their forever families. We believe that given their mix, they will be fairly large, in the 60 to 70 pound range. No guarantees though! And isn't that part of the fun of rescuing a dog? Rusty is up to date on all of his shots and in good health. He's just waiting for the right family to come along and snatch him up. Are you looking to add a new family member to your pack for the new year? Why not Rusty? To meet Rusty or his brother Frank, please fill out an application on the TRD website and an adoption counselor will be in touch to schedule a play date. show less
Alicia and her sister Liane came to TRD from Humane Society of Imperial County (HSOIC) with their mom Gigi when they were just 3 days ol... show more
Alicia and her sister Liane came to TRD from Humane Society of Imperial County (HSOIC) with their mom Gigi when they were just 3 days old. Gigi had come to that shelter as a stray, very pregnant, and had her 2 puppies within days of being taken in at HSOIC. HSOIC asked TRD to take Gigi and her 2 puppies, and how could we refuse? Alicia is the smaller of the 2 puppies, and is very sweet. She is very in tune with people and wants to be where her people are. She is funny and curious, and loves romping with her sister. Both Alicia and Liane are very toy oriented and are full of fun and spunk. Their mom is about 12 pounds full grown, and we estimate that the puppies will grow to be in the 10 to 20 pound range. At 8 weeks old as of mid-January 2016, Alicia and Liane are ready to strike out on their own and find their forever families! If you are interested in meeting Alicia or Liane, please fill out an application on the TRD website and an adoption coordinator will be in touch to schedule a meet and greet. show less
Sweet and snuggly Casey is a special dog looking for a special family. When Casey came to TRD, the femur of her back left leg was shatte... show more
Sweet and snuggly Casey is a special dog looking for a special family. When Casey came to TRD, the femur of her back left leg was shattered, and our vets recommended amputation as the best course of action. After her surgery, Casey bounced back and is living a happy and pain-free life. Casey is deaf, which is not uncommon with white dogs. She will need some special training and a little extra patience to figure out how to navigate through life with her new family. But, having a deaf dog has it's benefits too. Deaf dogs do not bark at noises that simulate most dogs, like the mailman, or doorbells. Deaf dogs are not afraid of fireworks, thunder or the vaccum cleaner. It's 100% worth it though, as Casey is about as loving as sweet as they come. Casey is extremely affectionate and loves meeting new people. Casey has even mastered a few hand signals. And, she loves off leash dog parks. She runs so fast, it's hard to notice she is missing a leg. Casey is a great size at about 28 pounds. She is small enough not to get in the way, and big enough to hold her own in most situations. She loves meeting other dogs and is a fun friend to take to the dog park. At two years young, Casey is ready to share a long life with her forever family. If you would like to meet Casey, please fill out an application on the TRD website and an adoption coordinator will be in touch to schedule a meet and greet. show less
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Sugar Magnolia, or Noli for short, came to TRD from San Bernardino. When she first entered the shelter there, she came in with her 3 ado... show more
Sugar Magnolia, or Noli for short, came to TRD from San Bernardino. When she first entered the shelter there, she came in with her 3 adorable puppies. The puppies got snatched up, but poor Noli stayed behind, patiently waiting for someone to fall in love with her silly pointy ears and her sweet smile. Luckily for her, her TRD friends spotted her and brought her into the fold. Noli is a fun and sporty girl. She is extremely athletic and has a definite boxer spring to her step. She would be fun to try agility with. She would also be a great running partner and hiking companion. Noli is great with other dogs, so she is also fun at the dog park. She is social and ready to run and chase! She would be up for any adventure. She is naturally good on the leash and seems to have some basic training under her belt already. She knows sit, stay, and down, and she has good name recall. Once the fun and adventure is over, Noli is also a champion napper. She loves a good snooze. She is a great balance of sporty and fun when she's out and about, and mellow and easy-going at home. And at around 2 years old as of December 2015, Noli is the perfect age to start her life with her forever people. Noli weighs in at a svelte 38 pounds, but could stand to put on a few more. She is a great size for any living situation. If you would like to meet Noli, please fill out an adoption application and an adoption coordinator will be in touch to schedule a meet and greet. show less
Sweet and soulful Cassie came to TRD from the Humane Society of Imperial County with her mom Eva. We didn't know it when we saved her, b... show more
Sweet and soulful Cassie came to TRD from the Humane Society of Imperial County with her mom Eva. We didn't know it when we saved her, but Cassie had a broken bone in her leg and spent the first 3 months of life as a TRD dog resting and trying to heal up. In early June 2015, Cassie had surgery in which a plate was inserted to try to correct the break. Unfortunately her body rejected the plate and it became obvious that Cassie’s injury was not healing at all. Our trusted vets recommend amputating her broken and useless leg. The surgery was a complete success. Cassie is now looking forward to a happy, pain-free life with her forever family and in the meantime she is enjoying life as a loved foster dog. Cassie is a cool little cattle dog mix. She has a petite but sporty frame. At 22 pounds, she is a great size for most living situations. And at about a year old as of June 2015, she is the perfect age to start some basic training. It seems that this adorable girl has had very little life experience, and meeting new people makes her a little nervous, but she is willing to give it a shot! She is naturally affectionate and friendly, and just needs to grow her confidence. With the right forever family, Cassie will blossom into a go-anywhere, do-anything kind of girl. Cassie's foster family reports that she is a dream on leash walks and also completely house trained, although a little potty-shy. Cassie loves being in open spaces and will be a perfect companion for trail walks, trips to the park, and beach days. Being a tripod hasn't slowed her down a bit! If you would like to meet Cassie, please fill out an application on the TRD website and an adoption coordinator will be in touch to set up a meet and greet. show less
Adorable Pumbaa was a stowaway when we rescued Timone from Oaxaca. The vet who was caring for Timone asked if we could take one more ado... show more
Adorable Pumbaa was a stowaway when we rescued Timone from Oaxaca. The vet who was caring for Timone asked if we could take one more adorable puppy, and how could we resist? Pumbaa and her friend Timone came over the border together, and have been living together with another older, big dog. Pumbaa definitely has good dog manners and would be a great second dog. She is also confident enough to be an only dog. Pumbaa is a smart little girl who has already picked up some basic training and would love to learn more. She knows sit and "touch". We are not exactly sure of Pumbaa's mix, but our best guess is some kind of Australian shepherd mix. She weighs in at about 14 pounds at 4 months (as of the end of December 2015), and we estimate that she will be in the 40 to 50 pound range when she is full grown. Don't hold us to that though! Part of the fun of rescuing dogs is you have no idea about their pasts. You can only help them with their futures! If you would like to meet Pumbaa, please fill out an application at the TRD website and an adoption coordinator will be in touch to schedule a meet and greet. show less
Alister is a pint-sized dreamboat looking for a fun forever family! Alister is about 10 months as of January 2016, which is a great age... show more
Alister is a pint-sized dreamboat looking for a fun forever family! Alister is about 10 months as of January 2016, which is a great age to start training. He already has name recall under his belt, and he is crate trained. His foster family reports that he is almost fully potty trained too! Alister currently lives with other dogs and gets along great with them. He loves to play with his foster siblings. He also lives in a home with a small child and he does well with him too! Alister is an easy going guy who walks well on a leash. He is fun and active, but he also likes to wind down and snuggle once he's had his exercise. Alister is about 8 pounds as of January 2016, and we think he may put on a pound or two more before he is fully grown. Alister is a fun little pup with a lifetime of love to give! If you are interested in meeting Alister, please fill out an application on the TRD website and an adoption coordinator will be in touch to schedule a meet and greet. show less
Gorgeous little Gretchen came to TRD from the Humane Society of Imperial County. They asked us to take her in so that we could make sure... show more
Gorgeous little Gretchen came to TRD from the Humane Society of Imperial County. They asked us to take her in so that we could make sure she got some much-needed dental care before she goes to her forever family. We made sure that Gretchen's dental work was taken care of, and now she is happy, healthy, and ready to find her people! Gretchen is a sweet and easy-going girl. She seems to roll with whatever is going on around her. At TRD's adoption events, she is calm and mellow, taking in the action but content to be by the side of one of her human friends. She is very dog-friendly, however, so she would make a great only "child" or a great buddy for another dog. She is also a snuggler, and doesn't mind hugs and kisses from her human friends. Gretchen does have a tendency to bolt out of an open door given the opportunity (there are so many things to see out there!) so her new family will need to make sure to be cautious about that. Gretchen is a great size at around 15 pounds, and at 4 years young, she is at the perfect age to start her new life with her forever family. She is over all the puppy stuff but still has some spunk and a lifetime of love and fun to share. If you would like to meet Gretchen, please fill out an application on the TRD website and an adoption coordinator will be in touch to schedule a meet and greet. show less
Lovable Lola came to TRD from the San Bernardino County shelter. Lola is about 8 years old, and when we first got her, she needed a majo... show more
Lovable Lola came to TRD from the San Bernardino County shelter. Lola is about 8 years old, and when we first got her, she needed a major dental make over. Once we got her mouth cleaned up, Lola really brightened up (we think she was in a lot of pain!) and now has a lot of pep in her step and a new twinkle in her eye! Lola loves a good walk, and is nice and easy on the leash. She also has some fancy dance moves which she usually busts out at meal times. This fun and perky girl will keep you smiling! Lola is very affectionate with her humans. She currently lives in a home with younger girls and she loves them. Lola also gets along well with other dogs. She has a typical corgi squat and sturdy stance, and weighs in at about 25 pounds. Lola is feeling great and ready to find her forever family so she can live out her golden years in style. If you are interested in meeting Lola, please fill out an application on the TRD website and an adoption coordinator will be in touch to schedule a meet and greet. show less
Sweet Emily is a shy and sensitive girl who came to TRD from Humane Society of Imperial County. Emily is a beauty, and a great combinati... show more
Sweet Emily is a shy and sensitive girl who came to TRD from Humane Society of Imperial County. Emily is a beauty, and a great combination of her breeds--she is smart, patient, sweet, and good looking! Once Emily warms up to new people, she is affectionate and loving. She hasn't had much training, but she is naturally good on the leash and she is eager and willing to learn. Emily currently lives in a foster home with other dogs and she gets along great with everyone. She continues to blossom as she adjusts to life away from the shelter and in a structured home environment. Emily is a petite girl at about 40 pounds, and she is about a year old as of December 2015. If you are looking for a sweet and soulful friend to round out your pack, you should meet Emily! To schedule a play date with Emily, please fill out an adoption application on the TRD website and an adoption coordinator will be in touch to schedule a meet and greet. show less
Frank is a handsome, happy-go-lucky pup looking for a fun family to teach him the ways of the world. He and his brother Rusty are good-l... show more
Frank is a handsome, happy-go-lucky pup looking for a fun family to teach him the ways of the world. He and his brother Rusty are good-looking lab-shepherd mixes who have already picked up a few basic commands, and are ready to learn more with their new families. They enjoy each other's company but do not have to be adopted together. They are social guys and would be great either as a second dog or on their own. At 12 weeks old as of the end of December 2015, Rusty and Frank are at a great age to train and grow with their forever families. We believe that given their mix, they will be fairly large, in the 60 to 70 pound range. No guarantees though! And isn't that part of the fun of rescuing a dog? Frank is up to date on all of his shots and in good health. He's just waiting for the right family to come along and snatch him up. Are you looking to add a new family member to your pack for the new year? Why not Frank? To meet Frank or his brother Rusty, please fill out an application on the TRD website and an adoption counselor will be in touch to schedule a play date. show less
Juno is a beautiful and unique Alaskan Malamute/shepherd mix who came to us from the high-kill shelter in Riverside County. Juno is a ge... show more
Juno is a beautiful and unique Alaskan Malamute/shepherd mix who came to us from the high-kill shelter in Riverside County. Juno is a gentle soul. She is very affectionate and loving, and adjusts her energy depending on her company. She is gentle and patient with children, but can be goofy and playful with her adult human friends and her canine pals. Juno currently lives with another larger dogs and they get along great. Juno wants to chase cats, so a cat-free home is a must. Juno enjoys being active, and is ready to join you on a walk, run, or hike. She doesn't have an overwhelming amount of energy though. A daily walk or other activity is all she needs to feel content. Juno doesn't have much in the way of basic training. Her new family will need to show her the ropes. Training together is a great way to bond and establish positive behaviors. As affectionate and smart as Juno is, training her will be easy and fun. At 1 year old as of November 2015, Juno is the perfect age to start her new life with her forever family. Although Juno is a bigger dog at 70 pounds, with sufficient exercise and attention, she does not need a huge yard. All she needs is some consistent exercise and a lot of love. If you think Juno is the one for you, please fill out an application on the TRD website and an adoption coordinator will be in touch to schedule a meet and greet. show less
Lovely Lulu came to TRD when a fellow rescue organization, The Foundation for the Care of Indigent Animals (FCIA), contacted us about a... show more
Lovely Lulu came to TRD when a fellow rescue organization, The Foundation for the Care of Indigent Animals (FCIA), contacted us about a local hoarding situation, in which 20 chihuahua mixes were being kept in a home in Santee. TRD worked with local animal control and FCIA to take Lulu and her family member Queenie into our fold. Lulu has proven to be a delightful lap dog. She loves her people and enjoys being with her human friends. Lulu can be skittish so we do not think a home with children would be good for Lulu. However, she currently lives with other small dogs and a cat, and would be a great companion for another pet, or fine as a solo pup. As long as she's getting love from her people, she's good to go! Lulu is about 5 years old, which is a great age for a adopting a dog. She's over her puppy stuff but still has plenty of life and love to share. Lulu is a petite 8 pounds, which means she can happily fit into almost any living situation. Lulu clearly hasn't had a lot of life experiences, and can be nervous on leash. But with her humans around, she's willing to give anything a try! If you are looking for a loving, lap-warming friend, please consider Lulu! If you'd like to meet Lulu, please fill out an adoption application on TRD's website and an adoption coordinator will be in touch to schedule a meet and greet. show less
Sweet Sadie came to TRD from the Humane Society of Imperial County. This adorable pocket boxer is looking for the right family who will... show more
Sweet Sadie came to TRD from the Humane Society of Imperial County. This adorable pocket boxer is looking for the right family who will treat her like part of the family, and give her everything she deserves. Before HSOIC and TRD rescued her, Sadie was used for breeding by a backyard breeder and so she has not had much socialization with either people or other dogs. Therefore, she will need a little confidence building with her new people. Sadie can be a little insecure in public, but she has come a long way in the short time that TRD has had her and she is getting more confident all the time. She is good with other dogs, but is a little slow to warm up. Sadie appreciates slow and gentle introductions to her canine buddies. She would do well in a home that already has a confident dog. Once she is comfortable, she is very playful with other dogs. Because she plays like a boxer (they really do box!), she would be a good match for a confident male boxer. Sadie is very affectionate and loves her people. She does need a strong leader to make sure she understands her boundaries, and that she is a dog! She wants to please her people and is food motivated, so she is very trainable. Sadie is crate trained and house trained, and at a petite 40 pounds, she is a great size for most living situations. At one and half years old as of August 2015, Sadie is at a great age to start her new forever life with her new family. If you would like to meet Sadie, please fill out an application on the TRD website and an adoption coordinator will be in touch to schedule a meet and greet. show less
Looking to spice up your life with a little puppy love? Meet Wasabi! Wasabi is a fun and frisky Australian cattle dog/shepherd mix who i... show more
Looking to spice up your life with a little puppy love? Meet Wasabi! Wasabi is a fun and frisky Australian cattle dog/shepherd mix who is ready to join you on a walk, run, hike, or any adventure you have in mind. Wasabi is a fun guy who gets along great with other dogs. Wasabi would be a perfect buddy for your existing pet, or the perfect guy to bring to the dog park and beach as often as possible! Wasabi has not had a lot of training in his life, but in his short time with his foster mom, he has already learned sit, down, and shake, with other skills in progress! He is a super smart guy and is treat motivated, so training him is easy, fun, and rewarding. Wasabi is crate trained and housetrained, and itching to learn more tricks and skills. He would be a fun guy to try agility with. Or, just bring him out for everything you do! Wasabi is happy and friendly, and has never met a person or a dog he doesn't like. Wasabi is a svelte 35 pounds, and at 1 year old as of November 2015, Wasabi is the perfect age to start his new life with his forever family. Are you interested in adding a little spice to your life? It's time to add a little Wasabi! To meet Wasabi, please fill out an application on TRD's website and an adoption coordinator will be in touch to arrange a meet and greet. show less
Meet Emmett, a spunky, fun-loving guy who is ready to join you on all of life's adventures! Emmett came to TRD from the Humane Society o... show more
Meet Emmett, a spunky, fun-loving guy who is ready to join you on all of life's adventures! Emmett came to TRD from the Humane Society of Imperial County. Emmet has a fun and exuberant energy and would be a perfect companion on walks, runs, and hikes. Emmett is getting the hang of walking on the leash, and he will need a little positive reinforcement with this. The longer the walk, the better he gets on the leash. He is a loving guy and eager to please, so training Emmett to walk nicely on the leash should be easy. Once Emmett burns off some energy, he is a snuggle bug. He loves his human friends! He is also pretty playful with his canine foster siblings. Emmett currently lives with a family of 2 dogs, 1 cat, 2 adult humans, and 1 baby human, and he loves everyone. He does need a little reminder every once in awhile that people like their personal space, but overall he does a good job of controlling his exuberance. As of October 2015, Emmett is 1 year old and weighs in at around 50 pounds. He's a great size, and the perfect age to begin his new life with his forever family. If you would like to meet Emmett, please fill out an application on the TRD website and an adoption coordinator will be in touch to schedule a meet and greet. show less
Beautiful Billie came to The Rescued Dog as an owner relinquishment. Her family did not have a fenced yard and she had started to wander... show more
Beautiful Billie came to The Rescued Dog as an owner relinquishment. Her family did not have a fenced yard and she had started to wander far off of their property. Her people decided the best thing for Billie was to be placed with a family who had a better set-up for Billie. We are so glad to have her as a TRD dog! This adora-bull pittie/bull mastiff mix is about as good-natured as they come. She is great with other dogs of all shapes and sizes. Her foster family includes a small chihuahua mix as well as two bigger mutts. She gets along great with everyone. She seems to be happiest when she has dog buddies around. She would make a great second dog, especially if you have a young dog who needs some calming energy. She has a great patient, mellow vibe that other dogs seem to understand. Billie also loves interacting with children. She has been around children her whole life and really loves attention from kids. She has a patient and loving demeanor when she is with them. Billie will be 8 years old in November 2015. She has an old soul quality to her, but she still has plenty of zip left in her step! She loves a good walk and always wants to join her foster mom when she heads out the door. Billie still has a twinkle in her eye and a taste for adventure! Billie is about 60 pounds, and has a beautiful dark brindle and white coat. Billie is great out and about, and has fun at restaurants, soccer games, and wherever her foster mom takes her. As long as she's with her human friends, she is totally content. If you would like to meet Billie, please fill out an application on TRD's website and an adoption coordinator will be in touch to arrange a meet and greet. show less
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